Photo Conference Coming to Dallas, Texas!
Published: December 11, 2024
Imaging USA is almost here! Get ready to join us in Dallas, Texas, for three exciting days filled with education, inspiration, and networking. Don’t have your All-Access Pass yet? No worries—there’s still time to grab one at a discount!
Education & Inspiration
Immersive Pre-Con Classes
Start your Imaging USA journey early with pre-conference classes from January 30 to February 1. Dive deep into topics like lighting, sales, and Photoshop in small, hands-on sessions where you’ll get personal attention from top instructors. These classes fill up fast, so don’t wait! Try out new skills firsthand, right at the conference.
Learn more about these special hands-on pre-con sessions here.
Kick Off with an Inspiring Keynote
Shola Richards, an expert in workplace happiness and engagement, will open Imaging USA with his keynote, The Courage to Go Together™. This powerful talk will inspire you to embrace your business and make a difference through your work. Don’t miss it—Sunday, February 2, at 10 a.m. in the Tate Ballroom.
Our Green Initiative
PPA Cares
We’re making Imaging USA more sustainable in 2025 with the PPA Cares Initiative! From eco-friendly signage to donating leftover exhibitor items to GRACE Grapevine, we’re reducing waste and giving back. Visit the PPA Cares Garden to shop for reusable water bottles and stickers.
A special thank you to our sponsor, Lockton Affinity, for their generous support.
Networking
Bump Shoulders with the Best
Not big on networking? No problem! Networking Avenue is the perfect place to connect with photographers in your specialty, share ideas, and even snap some photos. Grab a drink at the cash bar and relax with new friends.
Networking Avenue
Sunday, February 2
6:30pm to 8pm CT
Center Prefunction, Convention Center, Level 3
Bridging the Gap Speaker Lounge
Stop by to learn more from Imaging USA Gap Class Speakers, get your questions answered, and meet the folks from H&H Color Lab and N-Vu! View the full schedule on our schedule page!
Stadium Club for SSE Photographers
School, Sports, and Events photographers, this space is just for you! Network with peers and speakers, and explore sessions tailored to your field. Located in the Texas Ballroom 2, Level 3 of the Convention Center, Stadium Club is the place to network with fellow SSE photographers and speakers.
Stadium Club
Sunday: 8-10am & 4-6:30pm
Monday: 8am-12:30pm & 4-7pm
Tuesday: 8am-12:30pm & 2:30-5pm
Special Events
Explore the Imaging USA Expo
Step onto the Expo floor and explore 130+ top brands. From live demos to hands-on experiences, it’s your chance to try new gear and learn from industry experts.
The Imaging USA Theater
Be sure to stop by the Longhorn Marble Foyer to catch a program at the Theater. There, you can enjoy documentaries created by beloved photographers and educational content from PPA Education.
Lifetime Achievement Award: Dan Winters
Renowned photographer Dan Winters will receive PPA’s Lifetime Achievement Award. Catch his presentation during the Award & Degree Ceremony on Tuesday, February 4, from 5-6:30 p.m. The Award & Degree program will be held in the Gaylord Texan’s Tate Ballroom, in the Vineyard Tower, Level 2.
The International Photographic Competition
Come witness history in the making on Saturday and Monday night! Hundreds of photographers are competing for their share of a $26,000 prize pool in a LIVE rapid-fire bracket-style competition. Who will take home the top prize?
Be sure to attend and vote on your favorite images on Monday evening! Dan Winters will also be our guest judge for 2025.
Pack Your Party Clothes & Join Us!
Put on your best Rhinestone Cowboy outfit for Sunday’s Welcome Party and hit the dance floor! Don’t miss the Closing Party, sponsored by PPA, to celebrate the end of an unforgettable conference.
Get Your Discounts Now!
Imaging USA heads to Dallas, Texas in 2025 for a power packed 3 days of everything photography! There’s never a dull moment in Dallas, with its culture, tourist attractions, and opulence of eateries and fine dining! Simply speaking, there will be no shortage of things to do outside the convention center itself.
Grab your camera, get inspired, don’t forget your coat, and explore a city unlike any other! You’ll be happy you brought those walking shoes along.
Save on Registration
And if you haven't already, be sure to register for Imaging USA at a discount! The early bird rate expires on December 18, and you don't want to miss this year's show. You can also bring a buddy and save on your registration with the Buddy Pass.
If you still need convincing on why you should attend the conference, here are 9 reasons why you should make plans to head to Dallas, Texas!
Book Your Room
Stay close to the action at the Gaylord Texan Resort or Embassy Suites, with exclusive PPA discounts. Enjoy easy access to the conference, Grapevine Shuttle Service, and luxurious amenities. Book your room now at a discount!
Save on Airfare
Flying to Imaging USA? Don’t forget to scoop up your Airline Discount from Delta and Southwest Airlines.