Join us at the London Photo & Video Trade Show, for a sensational line-up of speakers, providing hours of free education and demos.
Some of the UK’s best photographers are scheduled to share their secrets to creating high-end photography, and brands ready to showcase the products and services that will put you ahead of the game in 2026.
10.30 –
11.30 – Nurturing Leads: Turning Enquiries into Paid Clients – Ian Martindale
One of the biggest challenges photographers face is converting enquiries into confirmed bookings. In this practical session, Ian from Light Blue shares actionable strategies that really make a difference.
You’ll learn how to:
• Respond efficiently and follow up effectively
• Build trust and rapport with potential clients
• Make the booking process simple and seamless
• Save time and reduce administrative stress
Packed with practical tips, quick wins, and real-world examples, this talk will give you clear steps you can implement immediately to turn more enquiries into paid clients.
Proudly sponsored by Light Blue Software
12.30 – GFX Challenge Grant Award Project – ‘If The Land Could Speak’ – Gavin Maxwell
I explore our relationship with the natural world through photography and film, documenting landscapes, people, and traditions across the globe. My current project is inspired by the growing number of “Rights of Nature” environmental cases worldwide — the idea that nature has the right to exist, thrive, and remain unharmed by human activity.
This complex relationship is especially visible in the Hindu Kush Himalaya, where two billion people depend on water that flows from these mountains. In a time of dramatic climate change, my project seeks to portray the natural world as a central character — one with feelings, memory, and even a soul. The concept of nature’s “personhood” has been integral to many cultures throughout history, and I hope this exploration resonates today.
My work has been exhibited in the RPS International Print Exhibition and the BJP Portrait of Britain, and my TV experience as a Producer & Director includes the triple-Emmy-winning BBC series Wild China, as well as Japan: Earth’s Enchanted Islands, Nile, and A Real Bug’s Life. I have lectured on filmmaking, photography, and environmental storytelling at the Royal Geographical Society, SOAS, and the RGS in Hong Kong.
13:30 – TBA
14.30 – What Is Intellectual Property (IP)? – Angela Jackson
The Intellectual Property Office (IPO) is an executive agency of the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology.
Every business owns intellectual property—whether through patents, trademarks, designs, or copyright—and understanding how to protect and leverage these assets is essential. In this session, Angela Jackson from the IPO will explain how IP can add real value to your business and provide guidance on protecting your work both in the UK and overseas.
Perfect for photographers and creatives looking to safeguard their ideas, brand, and creative output.
Proudly sponsored by The Intellectual Property Office
15:30 –
Live Stage Sponsors 2026
*Pre-register before 1 January 2026 for FREE and avoid the £10 entry fee to the Trade Show.
