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Union Station provides the perfect backdrop for hands-on learning and spacious classrooms for lecture and live demo classes.
With over 100 classes, there’s something here for everyone!

How do I pick my classes?
You will be able to register for classes IN THE SHUTTERFEST APP two weeks before the event (first come, first serve). The app is released about a month before ShutterFest. READ THE FAQ and/or monitor the private Facebook group for more details.

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How to Hook, Persuade, and Sell Without Selling: Your Road to 6 Figures!

Speaker: Joey Thomas (Website) (Social Media)

Lecture   

Intermediate   

Stop just dreaming about a profitable, 6 Figure + business. You have the power to do something about it.

People don’t just buy photography. They buy feelings, stories, and certainty. This class breaks down how to use proven psychological hooks and story frameworks to create messaging that connects fast and sells naturally. Whether you shoot weddings, portraits, seniors, or any work that requires speaking to another human being, you’ll discover how to position your offer, communicate your value, and close more clients without sounding salesy or lowering your price. If you want to turn attention into income and master the art of high-converting conversations, don’t miss this class!

Primary Topics: Marketing, Sales

Light Fast & Light Smart – Incredible Lighting for Engagements and Weddings

Speaker: Joey Thomas (Website) (Social Media)

Live Demonstration   

Beginner, Intermediate   

Lighting shouldn’t have to be complicated or difficult. I’m going to show you how to create stunning images with minimal gear, maximum speed and zero stress…again…and again. You can’t overthink at a wedding or when photographing a couple unless you want to miss the moment or lose that magic. In this class, you’ll learn how to light like a pro under pressure and deliver stunning images every time…all without being overly complicated.

Primary Topics: Engagements, Lighting – Off-Camera, Weddings

The Conversion Code: Turning Clicks into Clients

Speaker: Joey Thomas (Website) (Social Media)

Lecture   

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced   

If your brand isn’t turning clicks into clients, nothing else matters. In this class, I will show you the biggest mistakes made in photography websites and brand messaging. You’ll also learn the psychology behind how to get clients to clients instantly trust you and remember you even amongst the incredible amount of competition in your area. If you want to stop losing clients to your competition, don’t miss this class.

Primary Topics: Marketing, SEO

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SKILL LEVELS

Beginner: Just starting out or relatively new to a given subject matter. Basics will be covered and the course will move at a slower pace. The instructor will spend a little more time trying to explain concepts to ensure everyone is following. On a scale of 1-10 consider this level a 1-3 on the given topic.

Intermediate: Has a grasp of some basic concepts. This course level will move at a faster pace and assume you have basic knowledge covered on the given subject matter. On a scale of 1-10 consider this level a 4-6 on the given topic.

Advanced: You have working knowledge of the given subject matter, but are looking for more fine-tuning and some advanced topics to take your work to that next level. DO NOT expect instructors to explain basic concepts in this course. On a scale of 1-10 consider this level a 7-10 on the given topic.

Class Types

Hands-On

These are shooting courses. You will be shooting and working. Bring your camera, gear, or whatever you need for the course and to create create images. Expect to have some level of shooting.

Live Demonstration

These are instructor-led courses where you will see a live demonstration of what the instructor is teaching. You can still bring your camera to these courses and you can photograph, but the goal of the course is NOT for you to shoot or to ensure you get a shot. The goal is for you to see how and why the instructor does what he/she does in order to get the final result.

Lecture

These are non-shooting courses. Typically classroom-based, bring your laptop and notepad and focus on learning!