I (Scott) write this post with my heart and mind still in San Diego. For me, San Diego is home. I absolutely love living in Colorado and Being a Northern Colorado Wedding Photographer, but something about Spanish Arches, the shoreline, and tropical plants just calms me down. I love it.

Back in Northern Colorado going over my 30+ pages of notes, I’m inspired!

So when I found out this year’s Partnercon Convention was going to be in San Diego, I booked my flight immediately (seriously, it was within like 10 minutes). Now I realize the vast majority of people out there don’t know what Partnercon is (and may not care), but here’s my attempt to explain.

Partnercon is a photo convention where Photographers from all over North America come together, educate each other and just have fun.  I’ve always tried to be a life long learner, so continuing  my education as a photographer was just as important as my Degree.

Overall the conference was very, very well put together with excellent speakers, great meals, and a great “Non Rockstar” atmosphere

Enough with the talk. Now to bullet points

• It was awesome to hear legend Photographer Joe McNally talk. Even more special was his salute to my Uncle Carl Mydans at the opening of his speech.
• New friends. I had so much fun meeting everyone, having the “beeriest” beer of all, and creating new words.
• Cruising San Diego downtown and getting yelled at by about 5 police officers. Apparently you can’t use a government building as a backdrop anymore.
• The Hard Rock Hotel. Where else can you find Fergie’s Chain Saw next to boots worn by Janice Joplin?
• Epic classes by Ned Johnson, Jared Platt, Jared Bauman, and more! It’s so nice to see photographers giving back to the community
• Having authentic Mexican food with my Mom. Sorry Colorado, what we call Mexican food doesn’t really cut it.
• Seeing my family’s horses and my dogs. I’m always amazed at how a horse can just give you peace and calm.
• Meeting Leon from Colorati, awesome guy and a great company

You’ll notice these photos are a bit “warmer” than normal. Was inspired by warm weather

Joe McNally giving an all around heartfelt and Epic presentation on the power of imagery.

And a Panel Discussion on Content Marketing and Business Structure

The Hard Rock Hotel

And back to my country roots and time spent at home on the “farm” where I grew up.

Finishing up my time in San Diego in my family’s Dining Room going over my Partnercon notes…while on Facebook…I know. Efficiency killer but I’m addicted

Scott Stebner and Alyssa Stebner are Northern Colorado and Denver Wedding Photographers. Contact Us: 720-266-8008