ImagingUSA speakers can provide unparalleled access to decades worth of business, personal, and creative insight. Listening to a qualified educator can save years of trial and error, and –even better– these speakers want to provide you with the information you need to succeed! With dozens of amazing speakers at ImagingUSA– listed below is some of our favorites.
Class Topics:
- Boudoir
- Business
- Event
- Headshots
- Newborn
- Portrait
- Sales
- School
- Senior
- Sports
- Technique
- Volume
- Wedding
Boudoir
- Boudoir Option 1 Of 3: Lecture Only – The Boudoir Deep Dive With Kelli Marie, Brittnie Price, Olesha Haskett And Shannon Dougherty
Session Time: Jan 27th 10:00 Am – 5:00 Pm Est
Location: Kicc|M108, Main Concourse
Speakers: Kelli Marie, Brittnie Price, Olesha Haskett And Shannon Dougherty
- Boudoir Option 2 Of 3: Full-Day Boudoir Workshop Featuring Brittnie Price And Shannon Dougherty
Session Time: Jan 27th 10:00 Am – 5:00 Pm Est
Location: Kicc|3rd Street Meeting Rooms, M107, M Level
Speakers: Brittnie Price And Shannon Dougherty
Business
- Branch Out With Volume Photography To Grow Your Business: School And Sports Photography Re-Imaged
Session Time: Jan 27th 10:00 Am – 5:00 Pm Est
Location: Kicc|3rd Street Meeting Rooms, M111, M Level
Speaker: Robert Kenward
- Design A Fresh And Creative Senior Business
Session Time: Jan 27th 10:00 Am – 1:00 Pm Est
Location: Kicc|L014, Lower Concourse
Speaker: Kia Bondurant, M.Photog.Cr.
- Effective Workflows For Positive Cashflow
Session Time: Jan 30th 3:30 Pm – 4:45 Pm Est
Location: Kicc|3rd Street Meeting Rooms, M111, M Level
Speaker: Andre Brown
- Learn To Price And Market Headshots And Get Completely Booked
Session Time: Jan 28th 8:00 Am – 9:30 Am Est
Location: Kicc|Ballroom D, Main Concourse
Speaker: Gary Hughes, M.Photog.Cr., Cpp
- The Ultimate Guide To Team And Event Headshots
Session Time: Jan 26th 9:00 Am – 5:00 Pm Est
Location: Kicc|3rd Street Meeting Rooms, M111, M Level
Speaker: Dave Kalmbach, Cpp
- The Volume Photography Tool Box: From Inquiry To Online Orders
Session Time: Jan 28th 5:00 Pm – 6:15 Pm Est
Location: Marriott|Kentucky Ballroom E
Speaker: Leroy Tademy
Event
- Branch Out With Volume Photography To Grow Your Business: School And Sports Photography Re-Imaged
Session Time: Jan 27th 10:00 Am – 5:00 Pm Est
Location: Kicc|3rd Street Meeting Rooms, M111, M Level
Speaker: Robert Kenward
- Increase Your Revenue! Add Volume Sports To Your Photography Toolbox
Session Time: Jan 29th 10:00 Am – 11:30 Am Est
Location: Marriott|Kentucky Ballroom E
Speaker: Robert Kenward
- Making Money In Dance Photography
Session Time: Jan 29th 5:00 Pm – 6:15 Pm Est
Location: Marriott|Kentucky Ballroom E
Speaker: Adilfa Ford, M.Photog.Cr., Cpp
- The Volume Photography Tool Box: From Inquiry To Online Orders
Session Time: Jan 28th 5:00 Pm – 6:15 Pm Est
Location: Marriott|Kentucky Ballroom E
Speaker: Leroy Tademy
Headshots
- Learn To Price And Market Headshots And Get Completely Booked
Session Time: Jan 28th 8:00 Am – 9:30 Am Est
Location: Kicc|Ballroom D, Main Concourse
Speaker: Gary Hughes, M.Photog.Cr., Cpp
- The Ultimate Guide To Team And Event Headshots
Session Time: Jan 26th 9:00 Am – 5:00 Pm Est
Location: Kicc|3rd Street Meeting Rooms, M111, M Level
Speaker: Dave Kalmbach, Cpp
Newborn
- Next Level Newborn Photography
Session Time: Jan 29th 10:00 Am – 11:30 Am Est
Location: Kicc|3rd Street Meeting Rooms, M103, M Level
Speaker: Christie Newell, M.Photog.Cr., Cpp
Portrait
- Learn To Price And Market Headshots And Get Completely Booked
Session Time: Jan 28th 8:00 Am – 9:30 Am Est
Location: Kicc|Ballroom D, Main Concourse
Speaker: Gary Hughes, M.Photog.Cr., Cpp
- Next Level Newborn Photography
Session Time: Jan 29th 10:00 Am – 11:30 Am Est
Location: Kicc|3rd Street Meeting Rooms, M103, M Level
Speaker: Christie Newell, M.Photog.Cr., Cpp
- “The Umbrella Academy: Create Unique Portraits Using Umbrellas”
Session Time: Jan 30th 10:00 Am – 11:30 Am Est
Location: Kicc|Ballroom D, Main Concourse
Speaker: Cris Duncan, M.Photog.M.Artist.Cr., Cpp
- Ultimate Guide To Creative Portraiture
Session Time: Jan 28th 8:00 Am – 9:30 Am Est
Location: Kicc|3rd Street Meeting Rooms, M103, M Level
Speaker: Gilmar Smith
Sales
- Branch Out With Volume Photography To Grow Your Business: School And Sports Photography Re-Imaged
Session Time: Jan 27th 10:00 Am – 5:00 Pm Est
Location: Kicc|3rd Street Meeting Rooms, M111, M Level
Speaker: Robert Kenward
- Effective Workflows For Positive Cashflow
Session Time: Jan 30th 3:30 Pm – 4:45 Pm Est
Location: Kicc|3rd Street Meeting Rooms, M111, M Level
Speaker: Andre Brown
- The Ultimate Guide To Team And Event Headshots
Session Time: Jan 26th 9:00 Am – 5:00 Pm Est
Location: Kicc|3rd Street Meeting Rooms, M111, M Level
Speaker: Dave Kalmbach, Cpp
School
- Branch Out With Volume Photography To Grow Your Business: School And Sports Photography Re-Imaged
Session Time: Jan 27th 10:00 Am – 5:00 Pm Est
Location: Kicc|3rd Street Meeting Rooms, M111, M Level
Speaker: Robert Kenward
- Increase Your Revenue! Add Volume Sports To Your Photography Toolbox
Session Time: Jan 29th 10:00 Am – 11:30 Am Est
Location: Marriott|Kentucky Ballroom E
Speaker: Robert Kenward
- Making Money In Dance Photography
Session Time: Jan 29th 5:00 Pm – 6:15 Pm Est
Location: Marriott|Kentucky Ballroom E
Speaker: Adilfa Ford, M.Photog.Cr., Cpp
- The Volume Photography Tool Box: From Inquiry To Online Orders
Session Time: Jan 28th 5:00 Pm – 6:15 Pm Est
Location: Marriott|Kentucky Ballroom E
Speaker: Leroy Tademy
Senior
- Design A Fresh And Creative Senior Business
Session Time: Jan 27th 10:00 Am – 1:00 Pm Est
Location: Kicc|L014, Lower Concourse
Speaker: Kia Bondurant, M.Photog.Cr.
Sports
- Branch Out With Volume Photography To Grow Your Business: School And Sports Photography Re-Imaged
Session Time: Jan 27th 10:00 Am – 5:00 Pm Est
Location: Kicc|3rd Street Meeting Rooms, M111, M Level
Speaker: Robert Kenward
- Increase Your Revenue! Add Volume Sports To Your Photography Toolbox
Session Time: Jan 29th 10:00 Am – 11:30 Am Est
Location: Marriott|Kentucky Ballroom E
Speaker: Robert Kenward
- Making Money In Dance Photography
Session Time: Jan 29th 5:00 Pm – 6:15 Pm Est
Location: Marriott|Kentucky Ballroom E
Speaker: Adilfa Ford, M.Photog.Cr., Cpp
- The Volume Photography Tool Box: From Inquiry To Online Orders
Session Time: Jan 28th 5:00 Pm – 6:15 Pm Est
Location: Marriott|Kentucky Ballroom E
Speaker: Leroy Tademy
Technique
- Branch Out With Volume Photography To Grow Your Business: School And Sports Photography Re-Imaged
Session Time: Jan 27th 10:00 Am – 5:00 Pm Est
Location: Kicc|3rd Street Meeting Rooms, M111, M Level
Speaker: Robert Kenward
- Learn To Price And Market Headshots And Get Completely Booked
Session Time: Jan 28th 8:00 Am – 9:30 Am Est
Location: Kicc|Ballroom D, Main Concourse
Speaker: Gary Hughes, M.Photog.Cr., Cpp
- Lighting For Every Part Of The Wedding Day
Session Time: Jan 30th 8:00 Am – 9:30 Am Est
Location: Kicc | Ballroom C, Main Concourse
Speaker: Vanessa Joy, Cr.Photog.
- Mastering Off-Camera Flash For Dramatic Wedding Portraits
Session Time: Jan 27th 10:00 Am – 1:00 Pm Est
Location: Kicc|L011, Lower Concourse
Speaker: Andre Brown
- Next Level Newborn Photography
Session Time: Jan 29th 10:00 Am – 11:30 Am Est
Location: Kicc|3rd Street Meeting Rooms, M103, M Level
Speaker: Christie Newell, M.Photog.Cr., Cpp
- Shutter To Success: Navigating The Transition From Wedding Photographer To Content Producer
Session Time: Jan 30th 5:15 Pm – 6:30 Pm Est
Location: Kicc|3rd Street Meeting Rooms, M111, M Level
Speaker: Joshua Dwain
- The Ultimate Guide To Team And Event Headshots
Session Time: Jan 26th 9:00 Am – 5:00 Pm Est
Location: Kicc|3rd Street Meeting Rooms, M111, M Level
Speaker: Dave Kalmbach, Cpp
- Ultimate Guide To Creative Portraiture
Session Time: Jan 28th 8:00 Am – 9:30 Am Est
Location: Kicc|3rd Street Meeting Rooms, M103, M Level
Speaker: Gilmar Smith
- “The Umbrella Academy: Create Unique Portraits Using Umbrellas”
Session Time: Jan 30th 10:00 Am – 11:30 Am Est
Location: Kicc|Ballroom D, Main Concourse
Speaker: Cris Duncan, M.Photog.M.Artist.Cr., Cpp
Volume
- Increase Your Revenue! Add Volume Sports To Your Photography Toolbox
Session Time: Jan 29th 10:00 Am – 11:30 Am Est
Location: Marriott|Kentucky Ballroom E
Speaker: Robert Kenward
Wedding
- Effective Workflows For Positive Cashflow
Session Time: Jan 30th 3:30 Pm – 4:45 Pm Est
Location: Kicc|3rd Street Meeting Rooms, M111, M Level
Speaker: Andre Brown
- Lighting For Every Part Of The Wedding Day
Session Time: Jan 30th 8:00 Am – 9:30 Am Est
Location: Kicc | Ballroom C, Main Concourse
Speaker: Vanessa Joy, Cr.Photog.
- Mastering Off-Camera Flash For Dramatic Wedding Portraits
Session Time: Jan 27th 10:00 Am – 1:00 Pm Est
Location: Kicc|L011, Lower Concourse
Speaker: Andre Brown
- Shutter To Success: Navigating The Transition From Wedding Photographer To Content Producer
Session Time: Jan 30th 5:15 Pm – 6:30 Pm Est
Location: Kicc|3rd Street Meeting Rooms, M111, M Level
Speaker: Joshua Dwain
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Adilfa Ford, M.Photog.Cr., Cpp
Adilfa Ford Is The Owner And President Of Don Polo Photography Inc., A Volume Dance And Fine Art Portrait Photography Studio In Business For Over 30 Years. Adilfa Prides Herself On Exceptional Customer Service And The Best Quality Product In The Industry. That And Her Exciting And Dynamic Personality Have Made Don Polo Photography One Of The Intermountain Area’s Leading Portrait Studios. Adilfa Is A Past President Of The Intermountain Professional Photographer’s Association (Ippa). She Currently Represents The State Of Utah On The Ppa Council, Was An International Committee Member For 4 Years And Currently Serves On The Ethics And Bylaws Committee.
She Has Served For 16 Years On The Heart Gallery Committee To Promote Adoption Through Professional Photography And Believes Very Strongly In Business Giving Back To The Community Through Service And Charity Events.
Adilfa Was Born On A Farm In La Luz, Venezuela Without Electricity Or Running Water. She Was Raised By Her Grandparents And Named Her Business For Her Grandfather Who Taught Her About Integrity And Honesty In Life And In Business. One Of The Reasons That She Became A Professional Photographer Was To Educate Her Community On The Value Of Professional Portraits.
Making Money In Dance Photography
Session Time: Jan 29th 5:00 Pm – 6:15 Pm Est
Location: Marriott|Kentucky Ballroom E
Sponsored By: Miller’s Professional Imaging
Dance Photography Is One Of My Greatest Photographic Passions But It Is Not Your Typical Volume Sports Photography. It Is The Perfect Blend Of Fine Art In A Volume Workflow. In Our Business Model, About 60% Of Our Income Is Dance Studio Photography From April Through June. This Leaves The Rest Of The Year To Devote To High-End Portraits Of Families, Children, And Seniors. Organization Is Absolutely Essential For Volume Dance Photography. In This Brand-New Program, We Will Teach You The Technologies And Techniques That Make It All Possible. During Covid, We Converted To 100% Online Sales With Custom Ordering Systems For Each School. We Will Teach You How To Work With Studio Owners, Dance Teachers, Parents, And Dancers In A Courteous, Engaging Manner And, Hopefully, Keep Them All Happy. We’ll Talk About Photographing Large Groups, Action Shots, And Individuals. We Have Been Photographing Some Of The Largest Dance Studios In Utah For Over 30 Years. Dance Photography Can Be Extremely Profitable And Rewarding If Done Well. We Will Teach You How To Avoid The Common Mistakes And Pitfalls If You’re Just Starting Out So You Can Avoid The Nightmares And Grow A Profitable Volume Dance Photography Business.
Andre Brown
Sponsored By: H+H Color Lab
Andre Brown Is An Award-Winning Wedding Photographer Based In Atlanta, Ga. His Work Has Been Featured In Several Notable Publications And Has Won Awards From Prestigious Organizations, Including Wppi. Andre Is Also A Speaker And Educator And Host Of Bokeh Academy Retreats, Hands-On Training, And Business Workshops For Photographers And A Brand Ambassador For Westcott, Magmod,Stella Pro, Visual Flow Presets & More.
Mastering Off-Camera Flash For Dramatic Wedding Portraits
Session Time: Jan 27th 10:00 Am – 1:00 Pm Est
Location: Kicc|L011, Lower Concourse
Are You A Wedding Photographer Looking To Elevate Your Craft And Create Breathtaking, Dramatic Portraits That Leave A Lasting Impression?
In This Intensive And Hands-On Workshop, You Will Delve Into The World Of Off-Camera Flash And Discover How To Harness Its Potential To Craft Stunning And Emotive Wedding Portraits. From Intimate Moments To Stunning Environmental Portraits, You Will Learn How To Use Light Creatively And Strategically To Capture The Essence Of Every Wedding With An Artistic Flair.
What You Will Learn:
Essentials Of Off-Camera Flash: Begin By Understanding The Fundamentals Of Off-Camera Flash, Including How To Choose The Right Equipment, Modifiers, And Settings To Achieve Your Desired Effects.
Lighting Techniques For Dramatic Portraits: Explore Various Lighting Setups And Techniques To Create Dramatic, Cinematic, And Emotionally-Charged Wedding Portraits.
Posing And Directing Subjects: Learn How To Direct And Pose Your Subjects Effectively To Complement Your Off-Camera Flash Setups And Bring Out Genuine Emotions In Your Portraits.
Balancing Ambient And Flash Light: Master The Art Of Balancing Ambient Light With Off-Camera Flash To Create Visually Captivating Images That Are Both Natural And Evocative.
Working In Challenging Conditions: Discover Strategies To Handle Difficult Lighting Situations, From Low-Light Environments To Harsh Outdoor Conditions, Ensuring You Can Always Achieve Outstanding Results.
Creative Composition: Understand The Principles Of Composition And How To Use Off-Camera Flash To Emphasize Your Subject And Create Visually Striking Compositions.
Post-Processing Tips: Learn Essential Post-Processing Techniques To Enhance And Fine-Tune Your Dramatic Wedding Portraits For A Polished And Professional Look.
Who Should Attend:
This Class Is Designed For Wedding Photographers Of All Skill Levels Who Have A Solid Understanding Of Their Camera Settings And Basic Lighting Concepts. Whether You Are An Experienced Photographer Or Looking To Expand Your Skills, This Workshop Is Perfect For Anyone Eager To Take Their Wedding Portraits To New Heights.
Mastering Off-Camera Flash For Dramatic Wedding Portraits
Session Time: Jan 27th 2:00 Pm – 5:00 Pm Est
Location: Kicc|L011, Lower Concourse
Are You A Wedding Photographer Looking To Elevate Your Craft And Create Breathtaking, Dramatic Portraits That Leave A Lasting Impression?
In This Intensive And Hands-On Workshop, You Will Delve Into The World Of Off-Camera Flash And Discover How To Harness Its Potential To Craft Stunning And Emotive Wedding Portraits. From Intimate Moments To Stunning Environmental Portraits, You Will Learn How To Use Light Creatively And Strategically To Capture The Essence Of Every Wedding With An Artistic Flair.
What You Will Learn:
Essentials Of Off-Camera Flash: Begin By Understanding The Fundamentals Of Off-Camera Flash, Including How To Choose The Right Equipment, Modifiers, And Settings To Achieve Your Desired Effects.
Lighting Techniques For Dramatic Portraits: Explore Various Lighting Setups And Techniques To Create Dramatic, Cinematic, And Emotionally-Charged Wedding Portraits.
Posing And Directing Subjects: Learn How To Direct And Pose Your Subjects Effectively To Complement Your Off-Camera Flash Setups And Bring Out Genuine Emotions In Your Portraits.
Balancing Ambient And Flash Light: Master The Art Of Balancing Ambient Light With Off-Camera Flash To Create Visually Captivating Images That Are Both Natural And Evocative.
Working In Challenging Conditions: Discover Strategies To Handle Difficult Lighting Situations, From Low-Light Environments To Harsh Outdoor Conditions, Ensuring You Can Always Achieve Outstanding Results.
Creative Composition: Understand The Principles Of Composition And How To Use Off-Camera Flash To Emphasize Your Subject And Create Visually Striking Compositions.
Post-Processing Tips: Learn Essential Post-Processing Techniques To Enhance And Fine-Tune Your Dramatic Wedding Portraits For A Polished And Professional Look.
Who Should Attend:
This Class Is Designed For Wedding Photographers Of All Skill Levels Who Have A Solid Understanding Of Their Camera Settings And Basic Lighting Concepts. Whether You Are An Experienced Photographer Or Looking To Expand Your Skills, This Workshop Is Perfect For Anyone Eager To Take Their Wedding Portraits To New Heights.
Effective Workflows For Positive Cashflow
Session Time: Jan 30th 3:30 Pm – 4:45 Pm Est
Location: Kicc|3rd Street Meeting Rooms, M111, M Level
Sponsored By: H+H Color Lab
As Photographers And Entrepreneurs, We Have To Wear Many Hats To Make Our Business Run Smoothly, Yet There Always Seems To Be A Mountain Of Endless Tasks. In This Lecture, I Will Share With You How I Utilize Processes And Workflows To Streamline Your Business, Give You More Time And Scale Your Business To 3x Your Business Sales With Ease.
Christie Newell, M.Photog.Cr., Cpp
Christie Is A Second-Generation Photographer Operating Out Of Germantown Hills, Ill. Christie’s Passion For Photography Started At An Early Age Working With Her Mother Who Established The Studio In 1977. Christie Took Over The Shooting In 2002 And Became The Owner Of Sonshine Portrait Design In 2015. Growing Up Surrounded By The Love Of Photography, Christie Is Proud To Carry On Her Mother’s Dream. In 2021 Christie Opened Up A New Studio Location Built By Her Husband And Stepdad. Her New Space Was Designed And Built To Cater To Fine Art Maternity, Newborn, And Bold And Beautiful Boudoir. Christie Feels
That By Getting To Know Each Client Individually, She Can Create A Product As Unique As They Are. The End Result Is A Portrait Tailor-Made For Each Client. Christie’s Talent For Design, Light, And Final Composition Sets Her Apart From Her Competition. Her Personality And Attention To Detail Keep Her Clients Coming Back.
Christie, Holds The Professional Of Photographers Of America, “Master Of Photography” Degree, “Craftsmen” Degree, And Is A Certified Professional Photographer. She Is A Member Of Professional Photographers Of America. She Served On The American Society Of Photographers Board Of Directors, The International Photographic Competition Committee, And More. Since 2006, Christie Has Won Numerous Awards For Her Photography On A Local, State, District, And International Level. These Awards Include The Prestigious Fuji Masterpiece Award, 5 Kodak Gallery Awards, 2 Lexjet, 1st Place National Sunset Award, 2 Cpp, 2 District 1st Place, And Others. Her Work Has Been Featured And Published In The Ppa International Loan Collection. She Has Also Been Named In The Top Ten Photographers For Illinois For Multiple Years. Named Top Photographer In Illinois And North Central District Over The Past Couple Of Years.
Christie Is Now Speaking And Sharing Her Success With Other Photographers Across The United States. Giving Back To The Profession That Has Given Her So Much.
Next Level Newborn Photography
Session Time: Jan 29th 10:00 Am – 11:30 Am Est
Location: Kicc|3rd Street Meeting Rooms, M103, M Level
With So Many Styles Of Newborn Photography Available, Christie Wants To Help You Get To The Next Level With Your Newborn Clients. Find Out How Christie Attracts The Right Client, The One You Want To Keep Coming Back. Christie Will Walk You Through Her Process Of Marketing To These Clients, Stylizing Their Sessions, And Creating An Experience To Remember. She’ll Be Going Over All Aspects Of Catering To Your Client From Creating The Concepts To Styling, Posing, And Transitioning. She’ll Even Be Covering Lighting And Fresh Marketing Ideas. Over The Years Christie’s Clients Have Been Coming For Her Unique Vision And Products. What’s Your Unique Perspective And How Can You Create The Clientele You’re Looking For? Let’s Find Out!!
Cris Duncan, M.Photog.M.Artist.Cr., Cpp
Sponsored By: Miller’s Professional Imaging
Cris Duncan, Along With His Wife, Deanna, Owns And Operates C J Duncan Photography In Lubbock, Texas. They Have Had The Honor Of Photographing Everything From Weddings To Families To Corporate Clients And Even Two Presidents. For 20 Years, The Duncans Have Been Published In Numerous National Magazines And Acquired Many Industry Accolades Including Several Gia (Grand Imaging Award)Category Awards. However, What Means The Most Is Their Daughter, Family, And The Life They Lead Working Together In The Art Form They Love. The Duncans Can Be Found Educating Creatives At Events Across North America.
They Are The Founders Of Find Your Focus Education And Host An Annual Retreat For Photographers. Cris Is A Master Photographer Master Artist, A Photographic Craftsman, And A Certified Professional Photographer. In Addition, Cris Is A Regular Instructor At Imaging Usa, Texas School Of Professional Photography, And Is An Approved Certification Instructor.
“The Umbrella Academy: Create Unique Portraits Using Umbrellas”
Session Time: Jan 30th 10:00 Am – 11:30 Am Est
Location: Kicc|Ballroom D, Main Concourse
Sponsored By: Miller’s Professional Imaging
The Variety Of Lighting Tools And Knowing Which One To Use Can Be Overwhelming And Expensive. Meanwhile, Umbrellas Come In All Shapes And Sizes And Are Affordable As Well As Practical, But They Are Often Overlooked. In This Class, You Will Learn To Efficiently Use Umbrellas To Add Diversity And Uniqueness To Your Images. Watch As Cris Creates Several Different Images Ranging From Individual To Group Portraits Using Umbrellas As The Modifier. This Class Is Perfect For Any Photographer That Is Ready To Take Their Lighting Skills And Image Creation To The Next Level.
Dave Kalmbach, Cpp
Sponsored By: 17hats
Dave Is An Expert Problem Solver. After Years Of Senior Leadership In Project Management, And Operating His Photography Business On The Side, Dave Jumped Into Running His Studio Full-Time. Now, Dave And His Wife Katherine Lead The Photography Team At One Tree Studio In Toronto. They’re Busy Providing Business Headshots, Event Photography, And Luxury Photo Booth Services While Raising Their Three Beautiful Daughters. As Well, Dave Is The Lead Educator At Headshot Method, Where He Shares His Knowledge, Tools, And Experience Shooting For Some Of The Biggest Brands In The World.
Photographers Across Several Continents Benefit Greatly From His Coaching. If You Have Taken Any Of Dave’s Classes In The Past, You’ll Know That He Doesn’t Hold Anything Back And Delivers A Wealth Of Knowledge In A Helpful And Approachable Manner.
The Ultimate Guide To Team And Event Headshots
Session Time: Jan 26th 9:00 Am – 5:00 Pm Est
Location: Kicc|3rd Street Meeting Rooms, M111, M Level
Sponsored By: 17hats
Many Photographers Are Unsure How To Organize, Shoot And Deliver Team And Event Headshots. They Pass Up Great Opportunities Or Underprice And Underdeliver On Others.
In This Class, Dave Will Share His Proven Workflows For Team And Event Headshots Used For Brands Including Louis Vuitton, Intel, Air Canada, And Many More.
With Dave’s “Hold Nothing Back” Approach, You’ll Learn About The Best Software Options, What Gear It Takes, And How To Build A Team To Tackle These Lucrative Jobs.
With Your Workflow Challenges Solved, You Can Grow A Profitable Team And Event Headshot Business With Confidence.
Gary Hughes, M.Photog.Cr., Cpp
Sponsored By: White House Custom Colour
Gary Hughes Is A Photographer, Author, And Educator From The Orlando, Fl Area. For Fifteen Years, Gary And His Wife, Julie, Have Run Hughes Fioretti Photography, Specializing In Commercial Portraiture For Executives, Actors, And Models. Aside From Running A Studio In Orlando, Fl, Gary Is Also In Demand As A Photography Educator And Travels Often, Teaching His Methods To Photographers All Over The World. His Main Focus As An Instructor Is To Empower Photographers To Create The Type Of Business That Sets Them Free To Live The Kind Of Life They Want.
Gary’s Work Has Been Featured In Forbes, Rolling Stone, Guitar World, And His Articles Have Appeared In Professional Photographer, Petapixel, And The Huffington Post.
Learn To Price And Market Headshots And Get Completely Booked
Session Time: Jan 28th 8:00 Am – 9:30 Am Est
Location: Kicc|Ballroom D, Main Concourse
Sponsored By: White House Custom Colour
If You Asked 100 Different Photographers How To Price Headshots, You Might Get 100 Different Answers. That’s Because There Are Different Categories Of Headshots And Each One Benefits From A Different Pricing Model. In This Iusa Exclusive Class, Gary Will Share With You Actionable, Practical Information That Will Help You Tap Into The Life-Altering Income Stream That Is Headshot Photography. No Fluff, No Show-And-Tell Slideshows, Just What You Need To Learn How To Fill Your Calendar With Lucrative Headshot Clients. Here’s What You Will Learn:
– The Four Main Categories Of Headshot Photography And The Different Ways To Price Them
– How To Choose The Right Pricing Structure And How To Price For Profit
– How To Leverage Google, Social Media, And Traditional Networking To Generate Leads
– How To Build A Brand And Website That Will Convert Leads Into Clients
Whether You Have Never Shot A Headshot In Your Life Or You Have Been Doing It For Years, There Is Something In This Class That You Do Not Want To Miss.
Gilmar Smith
Gilmar Is A Photographer And Educator Based In Orlando, Florida. She Specializes In Creative Portraiture, Personal Brand Photography, And Photoshop Manipulations With A Spark Of Joy, Humor, And Lots Of Color! Her Work Has Been Featured In Several Publications, Including The New York Times.
Ultimate Guide To Creative Portraiture
Session Time: Jan 28th 8:00 Am – 9:30 Am Est
Location: Kicc|3rd Street Meeting Rooms, M103, M Level
Making Your Photography Stand Out In The Increasingly Crowded World Of Digital Photography Can Be Daunting. You Must Polish Your Craft, Keep Up With New Trends, And Experiment Constantly. In This Class, Gilmar Will Share Practical Tips To Help You Develop An Individualized Aesthetic Approach So That Every Shot You Take Looks Like Something Uniquely Yours.
Joshua Dwain
Joshua Dwain Is A Traveling Award-Winning Photographer And Content Creator Who Specializes In Editorial, Portrait, And Wedding Photography. Based In Brooklyn, Ny Along With His Wife Anyeka, Joshua Enjoys Documenting Relationships And Special Moments For His Clients. He Believes That A Camera Is A Tool That Is Used To Capture Authentic Stories And Evoke Long-Lasting Memories And Emotions.
Shutter To Success: Navigating The Transition From Wedding Photographer To Content Producer
Session Time: Jan 30th 5:15 Pm – 6:30 Pm Est
Location: Kicc|3rd Street Meeting Rooms, M111, M Level
Track(S): Technique
Description
With Over 15 Years Of Expertise In Capturing The Essence Of Weddings, Joshua Dwain Recognized The Opportunity To Expand His Creative Endeavors Beyond Weddings. Embarking On A Path Of Creative Reinvention, He Skillfully Navigated The Challenges And Intricacies Of Transitioning His Photography Skills Into The Realm Of Content Production, Opening Doors To New Creative Opportunities.
Kia Bondurant, M.Photog.Cr.
Sponsored By: H+H Color Lab
Kia Bondurant Has Worked Full-Time For Over 25 Years To Create Several Thriving Portrait Businesses. She Believes Professional Photography Has A Bright Future And Loves Helping Other Photographers Grow.
Design A Fresh And Creative Senior Business
Session Time: Jan 27th 10:00 Am – 1:00 Pm Est
Location: Kicc|L014, Lower Concourse
Sponsored By: H+H Color Lab
Do You Have A Senior Portrait Business, But Want To Freshen It Up? Join Kia Bondurant As She Shares The Current Fashion Trends And How They Impact Backgrounds, Locations, Props, And Wardrobe. Learn The Most Current Posing That Is Fashionable And Age-Appropriate. Find Out What Products High School Seniors And Their Parents Are Excited To Purchase. To Have A Healthy Business, It’s Also Important To Expand Your Market. Kia Will Share How She Has Extended Her Senior Portrait Brand To Include Senior Boys With Her Guys Edition Program And Teens And Tweens With Her Style And Confidence Program.
Leroy Tademy
Sponsored By: Miller’s Professional Imaging
Leroy Tademy Jr. Is A Professional Photographer And Business Owner From Southwest Louisiana. He Owns And Operates Both Tademy Photography (Est. 2011) And Parish Photography Studio (Est. 2023) Alongside His Wife, Chelsea. Leroy Knows His Camera, Gear, And Business Both Backward And Forward, But Still Enjoys Learning New Things About His Craft. If You Need To Brainstorm Ideas, Or Need A Hype Man, Leroy Is The Guy You Want To Have Around!
The Volume Photography Tool Box: From Inquiry To Online Orders
Session Time: Jan 28th 5:00 Pm – 6:15 Pm Est
Location: Marriott|Kentucky Ballroom E
Sponsored By: Miller’s Professional Imaging
In This Comprehensive Course, Delve Into The World Of Volume Photography And Learn Every Step Of The Process, From The Initial Client Inquiry To Setting Up Online Galleries For Clients To Conveniently Place Their Orders. Whether You’re A New Photographer Looking To Expand Your Services Or An Experienced Professional Aiming To Streamline Your Volume Photography Workflow, This Course Has Something For Everyone.
Robert Kenward
Sponsored By: Gotphoto
Bob Kenward Is A Graduate Of The University Of Lowell With A Degree In Electrical Engineering. He Retired In Late 2018, After A 35-Year Career With The Department Of Defense. In 2006, Bob And His Wife Donna Founded Fluvanna Sports Photography, Based Near Charlottesville Virginia.
Originally They Focused Only On Action Photography, But Over The Years, They Expanded Into Team And Individual Photography. Today, They Are The Premier Choice In Their Area For Leagues, Clubs, Travel Teams, All-Star Teams, And Other Athletic Events.
They Pride Themselves On Working With Their Customers To Craft A Picture Day Experience That Is Unmatched. Things Run Smoothly, Things Run On Time, And Parents Love The Products. They Are Also Unmatched In Customer Service!
Fluvanna Sports Photography Specializes In Enhanced Composite Photography Which Allows Them To Work With Only One Athlete At A Time With No Need To Assemble The Team For A Traditional Posed Photo. This Method Ensures That Customers Will No Longer Get Squinting Eyes, Wind-Blown Hair, And Over Or Under-Exposed Photos. It Also Means That The One Player Who Is Always Late Will Still Be In The Team Photo. For Those Organizations That Prefer Traditional Photos, Rest Assured That They Have Years Of Experience In All Types Of Team And Individual Photography.
Increase Your Revenue! Add Volume Sports To Your Photography Toolbox
Session Time: Jan 29th 10:00 Am – 11:30 Am Est
Location: Marriott|Kentucky Ballroom E
Sponsored By: Gotphoto
Would You Like To Increase Your Revenue? Of Course You Would! Join Bob Kenward As He Introduces You To Small-Scale (But Big $$$) Volume Sports Photography. Learn How To Add This To Your Photographic Offerings Without Purchasing Tons Of Equipment Or Hiring Additional Photographers. Bob Will Show You How You Can Excel At Volume Sports Photography And Do It Yourself Without A Huge Time Commitment! Learn How To Gain Accounts And Outsource Part Of The Work So You Still Have Plenty Of Time For Your Other Photography Pursuits. You Already Know How To Take Great Pictures, So Channel That Into Small-Scale Volume Photography And Increase Your Revenue!
Branch Out With Volume Photography To Grow Your Business: School And Sports Photography Re-Imaged
Session Time: Jan 27th 10:00 Am – 5:00 Pm Est
Location: Kicc|3rd Street Meeting Rooms, M111, M Level
Sponsored By: Gotphoto
Interested In Adding Lucrative High-Volume Photography To Your Portrait Business? Already Have Your First Volume Session Booked, But Are Unsure What To Do Next? Join Volume Photography Experts Bob Kenward, Tim Macdonald, And Stephanie Mccauley As They Give You The Tools You Need To Succeed With School And Sports Volume Photography!
This Deep Dive Will Cover:
- Building Successful Price-Lists
- Crafting The Perfect Sales Pitch
- Setting Up And Optimizing Your Picture Day Workflow
- Quickly And Efficiently Posing Subjects Of All Ages
- A Live Demonstration Of The Picture Day Process From Start To Finish
- Maximizing Post-Picture Day Sales
Bob Kenward And Tim Macdonald Bring With Them Years Of Experience Within Both The Volume And Portrait Photography Industries, Covering Multiple Professional Photography Types Such As Volume School, Sports, And Dance Photography, As Well As Mini Sessions, Professional Headshots, And Family Portraiture.
You Won’t Want To Miss This Informative And Practical Session That Promises To Empower You With Not Only Volume Photography Knowledge But The Practical Steps Needed To Move Your Business Forward In The Industry.
Shannon Dougherty
Sponsored By: The Boudoir Album
Shannon K Dougherty Is A Boudoir And Portrait Photographer Based In St. Louis, Missouri. She Started Her Creative Career As A Fine Art Painter Before Falling In Love With Photography. Most Of Her Work Shows Inspiration From Classical Art And Artists With A Touch Of Fashion And Editorial Influences. She Believes That All Of Her Clients Should Have Images Of Themselves That Are Timeless And Look Like They Are Out Of The Pages Of A High Fashion Magazine.
Boudoir Option 1 Of 3: Lecture Only – The Boudoir Deep Dive With Kelli Marie, Brittnie Price, Olesha Haskett And Shannon Dougherty
Session Time: Jan 27th 10:00 Am – 5:00 Pm Est
Location: Kicc|M108, Main Concourse
Sponsored By: The Boudoir Album
Are You Ready For A Deep Dive Into The World Of Boudoir Photography? This Class, Sponsored By The Boudoir Album, Will Drop You Into The Midst Of What’s New And Upcoming In This Evolving And Dynamic Genre. You’ll Be Inspired By These Four Instructors As They Share Their Insights And Experience From The Platform. (This Is A Lecture-Only Class)
10:00 – 11:30 – Kelli Marie – The Business Of Boudoir
In This Class, Kelli Marie Connor Will Teach How She Runs A $700,000+ A Year Boudoir Studio That Keeps Her Clients Coming Back Time And Time Again. Get Insight On Systems And Processes That Help Her And Her 2 Associate Photographers Photograph Over 175 Clients Annually Out Of One Studio Location. Kelli Will Also Be Going Over Her Pricing Sheet And Sales Process That Keeps Her Studios Average Sale Over $5000.
11:30 – 1:00 – Olesha Haskett – Real Talk: Things Your Black Clients Want You To Know
Let’s Get Real About How Race Impacts Boudoir Photography In The Way We Capture, Relate And Cater To Our Black Clients. This Is Will Be A Real Conversation About Hair, Make Up, Colorism, Ethical Retouching And Performative Allyship.
2:00 – 3:30 – Shannon Dougherty – Creating Timeless And Editorial Style Photo Sessions For Your Clients
In This Class, Shannon Will Talk About How To Add Drama And Fashion Influence To Your Boudoir And Portrait Sessions To Create Magazine Worthy Images For Your Clients. In This Class, Shannon Will Talk About Topics Such As How She Creates These Photoshoots For Her Clients, Styling, Working In A Small Space, And More.
3:30 – 5:00 – Brittnie Price – Rebirth: Inspiring Your Artistry & Emotive Portraiture On A Deeper Level
Join La’s Premier Emotive Boudoir Artist And Mentor Brittnie Price For An Illuminating Exploration Of The Magic, Limitless Potential Plus True Impact Of Our Work As Intimate Photographers When We Understand And Nourish Our Relationship With Inspiration. How Do You, The Artist, Dive Deeper Into Your Artistic Identity – Beyond “Bright” Vs. “Moody,’ Memorizing Poses Or Leaning On Posing Guides – And Refine Your Vision To Get To The Heart Of The Matter And Actually Create The Emotive, Scroll-Stopping Artwork You Dream Of Sharing? Trade In The Cycle Of Impostor Syndrome And Looking To Peers For Inspiration And Comparing Your Work, For A More Energetic Approach To Nourishing Your Passion And Channeling Your Magic To Elevate Your Artistry And Create Timeless, Inspired Artwork – The Way Only You Can.
Boudoir Option 2 Of 3: Full-Day Boudoir Workshop Featuring Brittnie Price And Shannon Dougherty
Session Time: Jan 27th 10:00 Am – 5:00 Pm Est
Location: Kicc|3rd Street Meeting Rooms, M107, M Level
Sponsored By: The Boudoir Album
We Are So Excited To Bring You This Dynamic, Full-Day Workshop, Sponsored By The Boudoir Album. You’ll Experience The Best Of Both Worlds – Great Takeaways And Inspiration From The Platform, As Well As The Opportunity To Photograph Alongside These Remarkably Talented Creators. Your Day Will Be Divided Into Two, 3-Hour Segments. You’ll Spend 3 Hours Photographing And Portfolio Building With Instructors Then 3 Hours In A Classroom Setting Learning From Their Knowledge And Experience.
10:00 Am – 1:00 Pm (Demo/Hands-On)
Location – Kicc|M107, Main Concourse
Start Your Day Doing What You Love Most…creating Beautiful Imagery With The Added Support Of Brittnie And Shannon. You’ll Be Divided Into Groups Where You’ll Spend 90 Minutes Photographing The First Two Models With Help From The Instructor. Then The Second 90 Minutes With Two Different Models And Instructor. It Will Be A Great Time To Build Variety Into Your Portfolio.
2:00 – 5:00 Pm (Lecture)
Location – Kicc|M108, Main Concourse
Shannon Takes The Stage From 2:00pm To 3:30pm
Creating Timeless And Editorial Style Photo Sessions For Your Clients
In This Class, Shannon Will Talk About How To Add Drama And Fashion Influence To Your Boudoir And Portrait Sessions To Create Magazine Worthy Images For Your Clients. In This Class, Shannon Will Talk About Topics Such As How She Creates These Photoshoots For Her Clients, Styling, Working In A Small Space, And More.
Brittnie Will Share Her Expertise From 3:30pm – 5:00pm
Rebirth: Inspiring Your Artistry & Emotive Portraiture On A Deeper Level
Join La’s Premier Emotive Boudoir Artist And Mentor Brittnie Price For An Illuminating Exploration Of The Magic, Limitless Potential Plus True Impact Of Our Work As Intimate Photographers When We Understand And Nourish Our Relationship With Inspiration. How Do You, The Artist, Dive Deeper Into Your Artistic Identity – Beyond “Bright” Vs. “Moody,’ Memorizing Poses Or Leaning On Posing Guides – And Refine Your Vision To Get To The Heart Of The Matter And Actually Create The Emotive, Scroll-Stopping Artwork You Dream Of Sharing? Trade In The Cycle Of Impostor Syndrome And Looking To Peers For Inspiration And Comparing Your Work, For A More Energetic Approach To Nourishing Your Passion And Channeling Your Magic To Elevate Your Artistry And Create Timeless, Inspired Artwork – The Way Only You Can.
Vanessa Joy, Cr.Photog.
Vanessa Joy Is A Canon Explorer Of Light That Has Been An Influential Speaker In The Community For Over A Decade. Starting Her Photographic Journey In 1998, She Has Since Branched Into Public Speaking, Earned 5 College Degrees, Received A Ppa Photographic Craftsman Degree, And Been Named A Weddingwire Education Expert, Sponsored By Canon, Profoto, And Animoto To Name A Few. Vanessa Has Spoken At Almost Every Major Convention And Platform In The Event Industry Such As Creativelive, The Wedding School, Clickin’ Moms, Wppi, Shutterfest, Imaging Usa, To Hosting Personal Workshops And Numerous Small Business
And Photography Conventions Around The Globe. Recognized For Her Talent And More So Her Business Sense, Her Clients Love Working With Her, And Industry Peers Love To Learn From Her Tangible, Informative, And Open-Book Style Of Teaching. Find Her At Www.Vanessajoy.Com And Www.Youtube.Com/Vanessajoy.
Lighting For Every Part Of The Wedding Day
Session Time: Jan 30th 8:00 Am – 9:30 Am Est
Location: Kicc | Ballroom C, Main Concourse
From Natural Light To Flash Photography (Both On And Off-Camera!) See How Luxury Wedding Photographer Vanessa Joy Approaches Lighting Each Part Of The Day. Watch As She Photographs:
- Bridal Details
- Couple’s Photos
- Family Photos
- Indoor Ceremonies
- Reception Dancing
- Trendy Flash Techniques
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