Master classes
As well as the many free features and talks available at the show, we have several master classes suited to all levels that are well worth signing up for…
Beginners’ Masterclass
Saturday, 17 March and Sunday, 18 March (repeated), Toute Suite £10
Start your photography journey by learning some essential lessons from the experts. There’s a charge of £10 for this four-part programme, in addition to the show entry fee – choose either Saturday or Sunday morning. The Toute Suite is located just outside Hall 5 (see map on p19).
10:30-11:05 What camera should I buy?
Advantages and disadvantages of the different types of camera available.
Richard Sibley
11:05-11:40 Everything you need to know about lenses
All you need to know about focal length, zoom and aperture.
Rod Lawton
11:40-11:50
Break
11:50-12:25 Image editing: The seven wonders of curves
Using software to create stunning results.
Ben Brain
12:25-13:00 Designing a photograph
Using elements of design to create effective compositions.
Nat Coalson
turning Pro Masterclass
Saturday, 17 March and Sunday, 18 March (repeated) Toute Suite £10
Looking to make the jump from enthusiast to professional? This half-day masterclass will help you to understand the benefits of going pro and what to watch out for. There’s a small charge of £10 for this afternoon programme, which is held in the Toute Suite located just outside Hall 5 (see p19). Choose either Saturday or Sunday afternoon.
14:00-14:35 The ultimate marketing strategy
Why becoming a ‘Master Marketer’ is more important than becoming a ‘Master Photographer’.
Richard Bradbury
14:35-15:10 Turning personal work into a diverse business
Creating personal work to get the job you want.
Tommy Reynolds
15:10-15:15
Break
15:15-15:50 Finding commercial work and making it pay
Getting a foot in the door and making an impression.
R. Cleveland Aaron
15:50-16:20 Expand your business with the red button
Offer video and become more of an asset to your clients.
Jim Marks
16:20-16:45 Survival tips for photographers starting in business
How to survive your first year as a pro.
Holly Wren, Jacob James, Tesni Ward
student Plus
Tuesday, 20 March Toute Suite £10*
Looking to make the jump from enthusiast to professional? This half-day conference will help you to understand the benefits of going pro and what to watch out for. There’s a small charge of £10 for the Student Plus programme. The conference is held in the Toute Suite located just outside Hall 5 (see map on p19).
13:30-14:00 Breaking into the photography business
Hear from a panel of pros on how they got started in business.
Hannah Couzens, Nicholas JR White, Chi o Fern andez
14:05-14:35 What NOT to do!
Join Dench talking about the realities of being a photographer in the commercial world.
Peter Dench
14:40-15:25 A day in the life: Commercial shoot workshop
What is it actually it like day-to-day as a commercial photographer?
Amit & Naroop
15:15-16:15 Special access: Meet the pros
Your chance to talk to successful pros.
*student Plus ticket includes free show guide, £2 off any super stage session + show offers