If you’ve ever wanted to be a photographer, all it takes is a good eye … and a little advice from the pros. Allison Marie Wollenhaupt, wedding photographer, has plenty of tricks she’s willing to share. The owner of Allison Marie Photography in Briarcliff has published work in major wedding publications. In a relatively short time, she’s built a reputation as one of Kansas City’s most successful wedding shutterbugs. Now, she’s taking the next step: helping others who want to do what she does.

Allison Marie’s Core Workshop will launch November 1-2 at the photographer’s in-home studio. Described as a “two-day business and photography workshop,” the program will offer both artistic and nuts-and-bolts advice for starting (or growing) a photography studio. Aimed at photographers with a range of professional experience–from working artists to hobbyists trying to break in–topics will include lighting, posing, branding, workflow, studio organization, client experience, and pricing for a profit.

Wollenhaupt hopes photographers will leave with “a notebook full of techniques, ideas and action steps, as well as connections with other photographers.” Because the networking piece is so important, space is limited in order to create a small-group environment. Equally important is an opportunity for participants to build their portfolio by participating in a styled shoot at the Villa of Kansas City. “There will be a styled reception table, brimming with garden-themed details, as well as a gorgeous bride and groom,” Wollenhaupt says.

Cost for the two-day workshop is $900, which includes instruction, the styled wedding shoot, lunch, dinner  and snacks both days, a workshop notebook and giveaways. Participants from outside the Kansas City Metro will need to provide lodging and transportation. Everyone should bring a laptop with editing software, SLR camera, one to two lenses, and a flash.

For more information or to sign up, visit the workshop website. Registration ends Oct. 1.