ChatterClient – Axel Breutigam

A few years ago when I was in the process of becoming a semi-professional Fine Art Photographer I came across Chatterbox’s services and I contacted Louisa Curtis. We discussed my then current website, how to curate images and in particular, ways to get recognition.

Louisa had very helpful tips and gave me lots of ideas to make my website more interesting; she also drafted my short bio which became an essential part of my promotion efforts for a long time.

Louisa’s work back then was the first and important step for me to become the full-time professional Fine Art Photographer that I am today.

I had several group and solo shows during the last three years, I have Gallery representation in the US and in Canada now and I published three Fine Art Photography books. Louisa did essential groundwork to achieve this success.

Thanks again, Louisa. 

Axel Breutigam – Vancouver, Canada & Palm Springs, California

ChatterClient – Ron Glassman

When I was ready to market a new line of photography I turned to Louisa to help me through the process. Having heard her speak and knowing her professional reputation I instinctively felt she was the expert who would deftly shape my ideas and images into a strong and convincing look. She did not disappoint!

New Yiddish Rep’s “God of Vengeance” produced in Dec 2016

Louisa understood my concept and then reviewed (and reviewed) images, pulling out the gems, which naturally lead to the particular galleries. One of her many gifts, and what I found most helpful, is her ability to listen and then guide the process. Her focus was always on the core concept – continually thinking about how images related to what I needed to say. Couldn’t have and wouldn’t have done it without her!

Ronald L. Glassman – theater photographer, writer & film producer – Stamford, Connecticut

ChatterClient – Max Singer

Working with Louisa is like having a world-class personal trainer. She is open, generous, and knowledgeable. She has a great eye, gives great advice and has a way of making you look clearly at your own work and creative vision.

Max Singer – Painter/Illustrator – New York City

ChatterClient – Bob Zahn

This is an excerpt from an email I received in 2016 from my client Bob Zahn, whom I first reviewed at Photo Plus Expo back in 2011! At that time he only had a box of prints to show, but there was one particular image that stood out, a wonderful portrait of a couple and I said, “You need to shoot more portraits like this!” And so his “American Gothic” journey began and in 2012 we worked together on setting up a brand new website as well as ideas for expanding the work. Since then both his work and the American Gothic project have come a long way…

When I saw her name listed as a portfolio reviewer for The Palm Springs Photo Festival at Photo Plus Expo, I thought — Bob, you must see or talk with Louisa as she was the very first person to encourage your work as a photographer. Many things have happened since then: I moved to California 9/1/14 because a lifestyle change was necessary to establish myself as a serious fine art photographer, and more importantly, to be close to “Slab City” where the character of “American Gothic II” has been so influential.

Good news — I was published in a full art feature in Issue Magazine, an arts centric publication made in LA — 18 pages, 12 color photographs and an interview with Julia Dean, executive director of the LA Center of Photography.

Louisa, this has been and is a career defining experience. A big Thank You and … smile! Your support was huge, helping to get me where I am today.

Bob Zahn – Calipatria, California

ChatterClient – Debbie Miracolo

My good intuition led me to schedule an appointment with Louisa after attending one of her excellent panel discussions at PhotoExpo. To say the least, it was the right decision. With several bodies of work that seemed disparate along with a minor identity crisis, I couldn’t see a clear way to present myself. Louisa cleared the fog.

She showed me that I didn’t have to choose between fine art and commerce – that it was simply a matter of marketing myself in a way that would appeal to both. In a little over an hour she filled my head not only with inspiration but with brilliant, concrete ideas as well.

Louisa was instrumental in the creation of my website and has been incredibly generous, caring and helpful. I look forward to an ongoing relationship with this sharp lady and recommend her highly!

Debbie Miracolo – Hawthorne, New York

ChatterClient – Debbie Miracolo – Video Interview

A few years ago, my client Debbie Miracolo asked me if I would do a video interview with her at the Ward-Nasse Gallery in Soho, to talk about her latest work that was featured in a group show there. To watch the video click on this link: Debbie Miracolo Interview with Louisa Curtis 1-29-13

ChatterClient – Tony Ventouris

Louisa did for me what I could not do for myself. She edited my images down to a selection that not only made sense but also conveyed our chosen messages to my potential clients. Outcome? Most bookings I’ve ever had. Thank you Louisa!

The long version of the story is that she spent a lot of time listening to me, understanding my goals, browsing my images (over 200 current portfolio candidates were sent to her), and helping rewrite my content to make a unified brand out of me. I honestly felt a new confidence presenting my business to clients after she was done working her magic.

Louisa is a great listener and a great communicator, and she really knows how to get to the core of things and bring out the best. She found connections in my work I had never seen myself. In life everyone seems to have an opinion…my opinion is that Louisa’s opinion is one that matters!

Tony Ventouris – Silver Spring, Maryland

I’ve always said that Client Testimonials are a wonderful way to promote your business, no matter what business you are in. They give your potential clients insight as to how you run your business, and in my case, how I work with my clients and what to expect.

When I read back over my testimonials, it’s not about feeding my ego, instead it reminds me how much I enjoy helping artists and photographers to be the best that they can be, no matter what stage of their career they are in.

Some of them make me feel like a proud mother, who has nurtured her “offspring” before sending them out into the world. My strength is in being able to see where your strengths lie, and how best to present, promote and showcase that.

After reading some of these testimonials, if you would like more information or to book a consultation, please call 646-221-0206 or email me at [email protected]

Thank you!