Strengthen your grasp on a select topic in a learning environment unlike any other!
Interact with expert speakers in small class sizes that allow for in-depth learning.
Pre-conference classes take place in the days leading up to the show, Thursday, January 19 –Saturday, January 21. Our offerings include Multi-Day, Full-Day, Half-Day classes, and specialty classes such as Hands-On and Deep Dive Pre-cons.
Visit the Schedule page to explore all the pre-conference classes.
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Discounted Sensor Cleanings and Lens Calibrations
from Pixel Connection.
Thank you to Pixel Connection,
the official equipment provider of Imaging USA 2023.
Hand-On Classes
Experience expert-led, in-depth instruction and practice your hands-on camerawork. These sessions include:
- Time to practice your new skills and receive personalized guidance from instructors
- Shooting bays with professionally styled models
- Discounts on gear you can purchase at the end of the session
SATURDAY, JANUARY 21
EACH CLASS OFFERED TWICE, 10AM – 1PM AND 2PM – 5PM
Portraiture Workshop
Endia Beal | Sony Artisan of Imagery
The Details of Photographing a Wedding
Jermaine Horton | Sony Artisan of Imagery
When Portraiture and Fashion Collide - Creativity Workshop
Joe Edelman, Cr.Photog.
Keeping Senior Shots Fresh and Sportraits With Peak Action
Patrick Murphy-Racey | Sony Artisan of Imagery
Pro Direction From Shoot to Sale: Transform Uncertain Clients Into High-paying Model Subjects!
Phillip Blum, Cr.Photog.
Each class is $149. You can make the most of your experience (and save some cash) by attending two hands-on pre-cons for only $249!
Deep Dive Classes
Dive below the surface and become educated on all the angles of your subject. Deep Dives draw from the perspectives of multiple speakers and combine their strengths to create Full-day sessions loaded with insight.
SATURDAY, JANUARY 21
10AM – 5PM
Boudoir Deep Dive
Kelli Connor, Andrea Mendoza, Susan Eckert, Kiati Plooksawasdi
Sponsored by:
Branch Out With School & Sports Photography To Grow Your Business
Carl Bott, Heather Crowder, Mitchell Moore
Sponsored by:
Each class is $189.