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Pre-Cons Are Too Good to Pass Up!

Published: July 12, 2024
Pre-Cons Are Too Good to Pass Up!

Pre-conference classes are a big draw for photographers looking to maximize their conference experience. Whether you're a wedding, portrait, or dog photographer, taking pre-con classes is highly recommended by all those that attend. Pre-con classes are great for professional photographers looking to implement new photography techniques, learn business foundations, or simply learn new photography tips. 

Set yourself up for success as a professional photographer and plan on arriving to the conference early! 

Pre-con classes come in the form of Deep Dives and Hands-On Classes. Photographers can expect to learn from multiple speakers with different strengths in the Deep Dive class format. Expect to fully exploring a topic from multiple angles with a variety of instructors. 

In the Hands-On classes, you'll experience expert-led, in-depth instruction and get the chance to practice with hands-on camerawork. These sessions include time to practice new skills, personalized guidance from instructors, and shooting bays with professionally styled models. Photographers will also get discounts on gear that you can purchase at the end of your session!

A large selection of full-day, half-day, and multi-day classes are available, including a 3-day CPP prep class. Please note that there is a limit on class size. Pre-cons typically sell out well in advance, so we advise early registration! Keep reading for a look at our classes on wedding photography, pet photography, fine art photography, and more!
 

Thursday

Lighting for Impact: Shape Your Story with Light
Jan 30, 9am–5pm
Joe McNally

 

2 Day Business Intensive for Portrait Photographers
Jan 30, 9am–5pm
Lindsay Betz & Scott Kurkian

 

Create Captivating Fine Art Images: A 2 Day Photoshop Editing Workshop
Jan 30–31, 9am–5pm
Shannon Squires

 

The Making Bank System: Mindset, Pricing, Session Structure, Tactics, LinkedIn for Client Acquisition
Jan 30, 9am–5pm
Jon Meadows

 

Friday

Unveiling the Soul: Mastering the Art of Emotional Portraits
Jan 31, 9am–5pm
Kalina Schneider & Kelly Schneider

 

MIR - Pursue Your Degree Through Image Evaluation
Jan 31, 9am–5pm
Gary Hughes

 

Posing Family Portraits: The Good the Bad and the Ugly
Jan 31, 9am–5pm
Michele Celentano 

 

Saturday

Finding the Expresions of Wildlife Photography
Feb 1, 10am–1pm
Kevin Dooley

 

Dogtography: Building a Pet Brand
Feb 1, 10am–1pm
Jennifer Hillenga 

 

One is Enough 
Feb 1, 2pm–5pm
Cris Duncan

 

Register Today and Save! 

And that's just a small selection of all the pre-con classes we have on offer at Imaging USA 2025! Visit the Schedule page and filter by session type to find a pre-con that’s right for you.

Don't forget to register for your all-access pass now through December 6 to take advantage of early-bird pricing.

Join us at the Gaylord Texan Resort & Convention Center from February 2-4, 2025 for Imaging USA. Get ready for a three-day photography event in 2025 with lots of inspiration, learning opportunities, and networking. 

Imaging USA is the nation's top photography conference and expo. You can attend classes led by experts, network with others, and explore a large expo with photography vendors. Whether you've been in the business for years or you're just starting a photography business, these classes are sure to give you the photography education you've been looking for! Learn more about Imaging USA and register today at a discount!