Classes

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 register for a class?
You will be able to select classes 
IN THE SHUTTERFEST APP two weeks before the event (first come, first serve). READ THE FAQ and/or monitor the private Facebook group for more details.

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Specialty: The Business of Photography

Convert Leads Like a Boss and DOUBLE your sales!

Speaker: Joey Thomas (Website) (Social Media)

Lecture   

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced   

Transform your leads into loyal clients with my dynamic class, “Convert Leads Like a Boss and DOUBLE your sales!” Dive into the fascinating world of psychological triggers and learn the art of persuasive communication. This session is packed with actionable insights, real-world examples, and interactive activities that make learning fun and impactful. Whether you’re a seasoned photographer or just starting out, you’ll walk away with the skills and confidence to elevate your communication game. Don’t miss this opportunity to turn your conversations into conversions!

Specialty: The Business of Photography

Trade Show success for Wedding, Boudoir and Portrait Photographers

Speaker: Joey Thomas (Website) (Social Media)

Lecture   

Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced   

Trade shows, open houses, and charity events are hit and miss for most photographers. Very few love it but most give up on it way too early.
This class is for you if you’ve been thinking about setting up a booth at an event or just feel frustrated with your past attempts.
If you want to convert curious attendees into loyal clients, you can’t miss this class.
Learn how to create an irresistible booth, perfect your pitch, and turn every interaction into a viable, high quality opportunity. Don’t just attend trade shows—own them!

Specialty: The Business of Photography

Your website is killing your business!

Speaker: Joey Thomas (Website) (Social Media)

Lecture   

Beginner, Intermediate   

Is your website silently sabotaging your success?
Back by popular demand, I’m diving deep into the psychology of websites with a focus on converting your leads. Join me for “Your Website is Killing Your Business!” and discover how to turn your online presence from a liability into your biggest asset.
When someone asks you for your website and your response is “well, it’s a work in progress but here you go…” you need this class! You know who you are.
Learn the critical do’s and don’ts of web design, brand story, user experience, and persuasive copy. Stop losing potential clients and start winning them over—sign up now and watch your business thrive!

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April 22-25 2024 | St. Louis MO.

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!