Washington’s Photography Conference
April 18–19, 2026 · Davenport Grand Hotel · Spokane, WA

Washington’s premier photography conference returns to the Inland Empire this spring. Join photographers from across the region for two powerful days of creativity, learning, and connection—plus optional pre- and post-conference programs to take your work even further.

Dive into a lineup designed to grow both your craft and your business:

• The Elevator Pitch Workshop with Curt Stockwell Refine how you talk about your work so you can confidently share what you do and attract the right clients.

• The Creative Lab – Experimental Photography for the Soul with Heidi Swoboda,M.Photog., FP
  Explore experimental, hands-on photography and unique finishing techniques that reconnect you with play, curiosity, and personal expression.

• The Intelligent Muse: Using AI to Spark Photoshop Artistry with Terri Butler, M.Artist, M.Photog., Cr.
  Learn how to use AI as a creative partner to inspire, shape, and enhance your Photoshop artistry.

• The Senior Experience: From Storytelling to Sales with Jessica Robertson, M.Photog., Cr., CPP, FP, SP
  Watch professional techniques in real time as Jessica walks through senior sessions that blend strong storytelling, posing, and sales.

• From Stills to Stories: Smartphone Videography for Photographers with Jeahn Laffitte
  Capture dynamic video stories with the phone you already have, and start adding motion to your client experience and marketing.

Beyond the classroom, INNOVATE is all about community. Enjoy our elegant Awards Banquet, lively parties, and countless opportunities to connect, network, and celebrate this year’s Image Competition winners and member achievements. Every moment is designed to reignite your creativity and remind you why you love photography.

Arrive early for the optional Pre-Conference: “Light Anything” on April 17, a commercial lighting class that will transform how you see and shape light in any situation.

Stay an extra day for the Business Institute on April 20, an optional add-on focused on strengthening your operations, marketing, and long-term business success.

INNOVATE is Washington’s photography conference—bringing education, inspiration, and a community dedicated to excellence in photography.

Register for the entire weekend (5 instructors, Fun Party, Banquet meal) for $249. Come join us this Spring!

Davenport Grand Hotel 

333 West Spokane Falls Boulevard, Spokane, WA, 99201 

Note: During April, hotel rooms are quite limited with all the Spokane events going on that weekend. 

To make reservations - $149/ single or double king 

This deal expires Friday, March 20th at Midnight