As one of the few modern masters of posing, Jerry Ghionis will share his posing techniques with live demonstrations that will keep you from never running out of poses ever again. He will demonstrate how he directs his clients to achieve fun and fashionable images including specific poses for men, women, couples, plus size subjects, odd height couples and couples who don't want to be posed.

Jerry will show you how to create cool and relaxed portraits of men and how to make your female subjects shine brighter than ever before. This workshop is a must for beginners and experienced professionals alike to refine and finesse their posing skills... Learn More

Join Tamron Image Master Charley Voorhis and learn his professional tips and tricks for capturing action sports and adventures of all kinds, including skateboarding, ice climbing, and dirt biking! Topics include gear, settings to freeze the action, composing, timing, and more... Learn More

In Lightroom, the Library module is where you view, sort, manage, organize, compare, and rate the photos in your catalog. It’s your home base for working with photos after importing them into Lightroom. Adobe Certified Instructor Blake Taylor will cover the basic aspects of this module in Lightroom Classic CC and demonstrate how to utilize and navigate through it effectively!.. Learn More

Have you been frustrated with your flashes? Have you been stuck creatively with your photography? If you've always wanted to get better results with your lighting but were fearful of the process, Westcott's JC Carey will help demystify lighting into the simplest steps possible so that anyone with a basic understanding of camera functions can start producing more dynamic images immediately.

With tips and tricks that can be used with any lights you add to your creative arsenal, JC will talk about the basics and dive into some more advanced concepts. In three easy steps, he will take you from Fear to Flash... Learn More

Dancers express their art through the precision, power and moving poetry. This gives a photographer a unique opportunity to work with momentum, composition and storytelling all at the same time. We'll learn how to anticipate movements, light muscular bodies, and compose powerful shots full of energy and passion with the help of our featured ballerinas... Learn More

Jerry Ghionis, Nikon Ambassador and the most awarded photographer of WPPI, will teach you how to understand light in the simplest way you've ever heard and seen it explained. He will show you how you can understand it by likening it to water, even if it's a light source you've never used before. He will share his creative process of adding more drama to your photos.

Whether you’re a wedding, portrait, fashion or boudoir photographer, this seminar will help simplify your approach and help realize that technically, lighting is not the most important entity in a photo but the subtraction of light. Jerry will also teach you how to recognize good light, create good light and how to turn so-called bad light into lighting that has depth, dimension and drama... Learn More

Join SIGMA Ambassador Martina Abreu to learn how to find and photograph wildlife and beautiful naturescapes, wherever you might wander in the great outdoors. From the forest to the seashore, birds to backyard critters. You'll learn how to look at scenes differently, use natural light to your advantage, which gear to use, what to pack for a long day in the field, and what techniques will help you capture amazing photos of animals no matter where you explore. Learn how to capture all things wild and free!

Martina will also go over wildlife photography ethics and best practices, so your photography will have minimal impact on the environment and its inhabitants. If you love nature and want to capture the best of what it has to offer, join Martina and SIGMA for this informative and fun presentation!.. Learn More

If you're still relatively new to Adobe Photoshop CC and its interface, join Adobe Certified Instructor Blake Taylor for a lesson on the tools palette/panel! He'll go through the tools one by one, from selection and cropping to painting, retouching, and much more... Learn More

Join Westcott's Dani Mack for a hands-on shoot featuring BMX athletes from the Dialed Action Sports team! You'll learn the fundamentals of sports portraiture, including how to freeze the action in time with the perfect exposure and shutter speed settings... Learn More

Join Unique University Head Instructor Michael Downey for a fun outdoor shoot featuring disc dogs! Learn how to capture these furry athletes in action, including camera settings, how to freeze and show motion, and more shooting techniques and tips... Learn More

Ever wanted to see through the viewfinder of an experienced pro? Watch Nikon Ambassador, and whom PDN named as one of the top photography instructors in the world, Jerry Ghionis as he presents a live demonstration showing you how to wow!

This is the perfect complement to Jerry’s posing and lighting seminars. Jerry will demonstrate how he brings out the best in his subjects and how to recognize creative triggers in your environment. You will witness Jerry create amazing pictures in front of your eyes with live models as he shows you how to pose purposefully and create luxurious light. He will articulate his thought process, technique and complete his vision as he proves his in camera artistry. Witness and learn the art that comes before Photoshop... Learn More

Whether he's photographing a local on the street, working with talent on an ad campaign, or a superstar onstage - Ricky Shoebio is immersed in the moment and making connections.

Join Ricky as he recounts his photographic journey thus far! From why he first became interested in photography, to learning how to shoot with strobes, to developing a personal style and everything in between. Ricky will offer his valuable insight into the thought processes and constant practice you'll need to break into the photography business... Learn More

Lightroom's Develop module includes controls for globally adjusting the color and tonal scale of your photos, as well as for making local adjustments. Adobe Certified Instructor Blake Taylor will go over the editing options found in the module of Lightroom Classic CC and how to make non-destructive adjustments and edits!.. Learn More

Have you been frustrated with your flashes? Have you been stuck creatively with your photography? If you've always wanted to get better results with your lighting but were fearful of the process, Westcott's JC Carey will help demystify lighting into the simplest steps possible so that anyone with a basic understanding of camera functions can start producing more dynamic images immediately.

With tips and tricks that can be used with any lights you add to your creative arsenal, JC will talk about the basics and dive into some more advanced concepts. In three easy steps, he will take you from Fear to Flash... Learn More

Are you looking to get started shooting weddings and engagements professionally and not know where to begin? Don't miss this unique opportunity to learn from Carlos Alvarado, the "Top Photographer and Videographer for 2021" (selected by IAOTP – International Association Of Top Professionals).

Learn about Carlos's essential gear, how to get new business, how to showcase and edit your work, and the most importantly, how to TELL STORIES. He'll share stories from both his successes and failures that will help you in your journey to work professionally in the competitive market of wedding and engagement photography. This class will help you gain the confidence you need when you decide it's time to step into the marketplace... Learn More

If you're still relatively new to Adobe Photoshop CC, join Adobe Certified Instructor Blake Taylor for a lesson! He'll go over the basics of layers (what they are, how to create / move / duplicate / delete them, styles, and more) and filters (blur, sharpening, distorting, etc... and how to use them effectively)... Learn More

Learn how to capture the movement, athleticism, and grace of dance with photographer Steve Vaccariello!

Dancers express their art through precision, power, and moving poetry. It's a unique opportunity to work with momentum, composition, and storytelling all at the same time. Steve will teach you how to anticipate movements, capture light, muscular bodies, and compose powerful shots full of energy and passion with the help of two experienced ballerinas... Learn More

Join Will Cadena and Canon for an exhilarating fitness shoot where we'll celebrate the beauty of strength and dedication! Get ready to flex your photography muscles and teach your clients how to strike powerful poses as we capture the essence of athleticism and determination.

Whether you're photographing a seasoned bodybuilder or someone who just wants to feel empowered in the skin they’re in, this workshop will help you showcase their physique with confidence. Let's sculpt muscle and confidence with lights and shadows, and empower our clients to feel incredible, no matter the stage of their journey... Learn More

Join Tamron Image Master Charley Voorhis and learn how to build dynamic sequences for action sports and adventures of all kinds, including skateboarding, ice climbing, dirt biking, and more!.. Learn More

Join Unique University Head Instructor Michael Downey and get familiar with drones! Learn how they work, how to fly them safely as a confident and proficient pilot, and how to utilize them for both photography and videography.

‍Additional topics include:
‍• F.A.A. regulations, registrations, certifications.
• Components of a drone: motors, flight controller, global positioning systems, obstacle avoidance, remote controller.
• Drone applications: aerial mapping, remote sensing, industrial inspection.
• Flight exercises and basic maneuvering.
• Camera & drone accessories.

*Weather permitting, there will be an outdoor demo from 11:45am - 12:30pm. Feel free to bring your drones!.. Learn More

Learn how to capture the movement, athleticism, and grace of dance with photographer Steve Vaccariello!

Dancers express their art through precision, power, and moving poetry. It's a unique opportunity to work with momentum, composition, and storytelling all at the same time. Steve will teach you how to anticipate movements, capture light, muscular bodies, and compose powerful shots full of energy and passion with the help of two experienced ballerinas... Learn More

Portraits Unplugged is all about natural light – nothing technical or mechanical. Bobbi Lane and Lee Varis will show you how to make outstanding studio quality portraits with just that. The backyard studio consists of a 10x10 white canopy, some sheets or any kind of background to hang, and a couple of reflectors to catch and bounce the light on your subject. We'll have a couple models to help create different kinds of moods. You'll learn how to create beautiful and flattering portraits, as well as more dramatic and edgy ones. It’s easy and fun!.. Learn More

Join photojournalist and filmmaker Joanna Lentini as she takes you on a visual journey through the lens of conservation photography. Through captivating stories and stunning images captured from far-flung corners of the globe to the landscapes closer to home, Lentini shares her encounters with imperiled species and ecosystems. From the breathtaking beauty of distant locales to the poignant realities in our own backyards, she underscores the urgent need for more local conservation storytellers. Through her lens, Lentini illuminates the vital role each of us plays in preserving the natural world and inspires action towards coexistence and thriving for all... Learn More

Lightroom CC's Library Module is where you view, sort, manage, organize, compare, and rate the photos in your catalog. It’s your home base to work on photos after importing them into Lightroom. Join Adobe Certified Instructor Blake Taylor to learn the basic aspects of this module and see a demonstration on how to utilize and navigate through it effectively... Learn More

Join Bobbi Lane and Lee Varis for an exciting loading dock shoot! There will be strobes on our featured Expo models and LED lights on the backgrounds. The strobes will “freeze” our models while the continuous background light can be blurred by shaking, spinning, and zooming the camera with a long exposure. Bobbi and Lee help you shoot these interesting and creative techniques!.. Learn More

The number one way to progress form someone that takes photos to someone that makes them is to add lighting. Join Dani Mack as she details how she went from "Sports Mom" to Sports Photographer. If you understand ISO, Aperture, and shutter speed you can take these techniques and add them to your own toolbox to create the perfect balance of light on-location.

You'll learn the fundamentals of sports portraiture, including how to effectively use lighting to create dynamic and dramatic images. Discover how to capture the energy of children's sports, freezing them in time with the perfect exposure and shutter speed, and more. With Dani's guidance and the versatility of Westcott’s FJ Wireless System, you'll be able to overcome any obstacle and produce exceptionally creative portraits... Learn More

Learn how to capture the movement, athleticism, and grace of dance with photographer Steve Vaccariello!

Dancers express their art through precision, power, and moving poetry. It's a unique opportunity to work with momentum, composition, and storytelling all at the same time. Steve will teach you how to anticipate movements, capture light, muscular bodies, and compose powerful shots full of energy and passion with the help of two experienced ballerinas... Learn More

Learn how to create stunning flower portraits with Padma Inguva! Techniques include using a lightbox, utilizing multiple exposures both in-camera and via photoshop, applying textures to floral images, selective focus, blurred backgrounds, compositional elements, backlighting, and bokeh! Padma will also give tips on processing colors that are considered difficult to photograph, like reds and purples.. Learn More

Are you thinking about getting into film photography? Maybe you used to use a film camera, but forgot everything that you knew! Or maybe you want to learn what options there are for a film photographer in 2024? Join Unique University's Todd Lauther and learn how to begin again with analog in a digital age.

‍Some highlights include:
‍• Buying a film camera
• What film stock should I use?
• What formats are available?
• Aperture, Shutter Speed, ISO
• Why Metering MATTERS
• How do I process film?
• Do I need a darkroom?
... Learn More

If you're still relatively new to Adobe Photoshop CC, join Adobe Certified Instructor Blake Taylor for a lesson! He'll go over the basics of layers (what they are, how to create / move / duplicate / delete them, styles, and more) and filters (blur, sharpening, distorting, etc... and how to use them effectively)... Learn More

Learn lighting techniques from Ricky Shoebio in this fun, 70s themed photoshoot with Philly Create! See firsthand how Ricky goes to work in creating his signature style of imagery. He'll provide a short demo and then you'll have the opportunity to work with professional models yourself while using the latest lighting and modifiers that Nanlite has to offer... Learn More

Discover the timeless magic of pinhole photography in this immersive lecture that delves into the world of homemade cameras, offering insights into photo history and showcasing a diverse array of artists who are pushing the boundaries of this medium. Prepare to be inspired as you explore the endless possibilities of pinhole photography with Heather Palecek! By the end of the seminar, you'll craft your very own pinhole camera to take home, where you can begin your creative journey...Learn More

As your business evolves, are you striving for inclusivity and welcoming your clients as they are? Rylan (they/he), an openly queer and trans photographer from NJ will be speaking about how to get (or stay) on the right track! This class will cover things from the basics all the way through supporting your clients throughout your workflow. Learn about the community, allyship, building trust and authenticity, and posing... Learn More

Lightroom's Develop module includes controls for globally adjusting the color and tonal scale of your photos, as well as for making local adjustments. Adobe Certified Instructor Blake Taylor will go over the editing options found in the module of Lightroom Classic CC and how to make non-destructive adjustments and edits!.. Learn More