Don't be HOME ALONe Holiday Party
Work from home? Run a business from your laptop? Create content from your couch? This one’s for you.
We’re throwing a Chicago holiday party for the brands, businesses, and creators who don’t have an office to go to. The holiday season is about giving back, so we’re also opening up a low-cost professional photoshoot to Chicago businesses, brands, communities, and creatives!
If content isn’t your thing, come anyway! It’s a big, cozy holiday party for everyone. All ages are welcome!
We are taking it back to the 90s where we got to be kids running around 🎁
See what a content shoot looks like
A short workshop (about 30 minutes). See what a professional content shoot looks like through a marketing lens, including ROI and KPIs
Live photoshoots. Watch real professional shoots happen, ask questions, and walk around the set. A live interactive holiday shoot will be available as well!
New collaborators. Meet Chicago creatives, brands, and photographers.
LILOPRO will also share platform features that help you find exactly the people you’re looking for.
HEXXO provides color to our community and helps you take the first step in bringing your vision to life
Not into content? Enjoy a 90s holiday party 🎄
An open market. Shop local Chicago artisans and brands. Get your Christmas shopping done!
Gingerbread everythaaaang. Cookie decor + gingerbread house building (not made to eat) with a friendly competition. A great excuse to meet new people
Face painting and other throwback holiday activities we all loved as kids
The awkward holiday shoot. Think JCPenney and Sears portrait studios, with a classic backdrop. Bring your friends, partner, and family
Food and drinks. Alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks are available, along with food and snacks from the VJOSA cafe
What your ticket includes
General admission gets you:
The 30-minute workshop
The holiday party
Gingerbread making and cookie decorating
The gingerbread making competition
Other holiday fun!
Food, drinks, and market purchases are separate.
Add-on: the awkward holiday shoot ($20)
Add it to your ticket for $20 at checkout. Supply is limited, so grab it when you buy. A few spots will also be available at the event on a first come, first served basis
Want a pro photoshoot? Apply with the link below!
We’re selecting 5 to 6 Chicago businesses for a 45-to-60-minute shoot at VJOSA. The shoot is low cost, not free. Your fee covers everything you’d normally pay a lot more for:
A professional photographer
A studio space
Professional lighting and camera equipment
A strategy meeting to shape your content and marketing plan
IRL Engagement from the event
Application fee: $350
Pick your backdrop:
The white studio room. A clean backdrop you can get creative with.
The blue room. Dark blue aesthetic and dark furniture, with more room for movement.
How it works:
Buy your ticket. Everyone who purchases a ticket gets the application link.
Apply from November 12 to November 20. The short form asks about your creative vision, your shot list, any inspiration or mood boards, and a quick overview of your marketing plan.
Get selected. You’ll have a one-on-one strategy meeting with the event hosts who founded their own businesses and community. They’ll go over your marketing plan and ROI, and ensure your creative vision comes to life.
Here is the application link: https://chicagocurated.com/holiday-shoot/
Schedule and time and pricing details on additional materials are discussed on the strategy call and emailed. Stay tuned!
Agenda
6:00–6:30 PM | Welcome + Happy Hour
6:30–7:00 PM | Lilopro Intro + Workshop with LaSalle Smith + HEXXO
7:00–9:00 PM | Holiday party, photoshoots, and Christmas fun!
This night is for you if you are:
A photographer (any skill or interest level)
Holiday Enthusiast
Work from home
Someone who wants a reason to put on real pants and see humans 🎄
A content creator
A founder or brand
A creative or a serious hobbyist
Looking to build a creative income stream
Looking to meet creative, outgoing friends
Looking for a photographer to work with
A local Chicago artisan (or love shopping from them)
Just want a good old holiday party, no content skills needed. Bring the family, all ages are welcome!
You'll feel right at home if you:
See photography as art
Are comfortable being photographed, there will be live photoshoots and an awkward holiday shoot, after all!
Bring curiosity instead of judgment
Are ready to get a little awkward and a lot silly (gingerbread competition, we’re looking at you)
Bring good vibes and holiday cheer!