Are You Ready to Thrive?

Get ready for our two day, all-star wedding photography conference – taught by six phenomenal Speakers.

20-21 October 2026 | Brighton

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THRIVE: WHERE YOUR PHOTOGRAPHY BUSINESS EVOLVES

 

At Thrive, we don’t just talk about reaching the next level – we help you make it happen.

Thrive goes beyond the usual photography conference format. Yes, you’ll hear incredible insights from our speakers, but you can also shoot alongside them, see how they work in real-time, and walk away with stunning portfolio content to showcase.

It’s more than just learning – it’s doing.

WHAT MAKES THRIVE DIFFERENT?

 

  • Inspiration Meets Action: On Day One, you’ll listen to our six mentors share their keynote talks, packed full of inspiration and strategies, as well as valuable insights into their creative processes

 

  • On Day Two, you can take that inspiration into the field, where you can book to shoot alongside the speakers, observing how they direct, compose, and think through each image. We also have a full day’s programme of business talks.

 

  • Diverse Learning Opportunities: Potentially, take part in up to three different shoots with three different mentors in one day. That’s three unique sets of images for your portfolio, social media, and blog posts.

 

  • All-Inclusive, Creative Environment: Thrive is hosted at Leonardos Royal Hotel in the heart of Brighton where everything – learning, shooting, and networking – happens in one relaxed, inspiring space.

 

  • Tailor the Experience to Your Needs: Thrive is over two days but it’s flexible. Stay for both days and fully immerse yourself in the experience, or drop in for the shoots you’re most excited about. Thrive gives you the flexibility to take what you need.
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Image by Rebecca Carpenter at Thrive in Brighton

October 2026

20-21st Leonardo Royal Hotel Brighton

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Six incredible speakers

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THE best industry sponsors

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Small group sessions with the speakers

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Beautiful portfolio content

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Yummy lunch and snacks

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Brighton city vibes

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The best goody bag in the industry

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Hang with your industry peers

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Did we mention the snacks?

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  Image at Thrive by Ginger’s Eyes

 

Lisa Devlin Photography training

What’s New This Thrive?

“I was feeling in some kind of ‘low-battery mode’ and after Thrive I feel renewed.”

Cristina

Our next Thrive wedding photography conference is on the 20-21st October in the heart of sunny Brighton. We are currently in the ‘Trust Phase’ where tickets are at the lowest rate. When that ends, we announce our line-up.

 

  • Day Two Business Sessions: You have fed back to us that you find the business talks from our sponsors and friends on the second day incredibly useful. So we’ve made more space for them.

 

  • Thrive Online: Torn between a shoot and a talk on Day Two or want to revisit one of the business talks? We’ve got you covered. All of our Day Two speakers will host online sessions in the two weeks after the event, and these will be recorded so you can watch at your own pace.

 

wedding edit workflow

Image at Thrive by Tracy Jade

megan lannigan

Honestly cannot thank Lisa Devlin for organising Thrive enough. Still class myself as a newbie to the wedding photography world and this experience was amazing, exactly what I needed. Learned soo much from not only the speakers (thank you to you all, you’re amazing!) but from conversations throughout the two days. Feel so inspired, made loads of new friends and can’t wait to take my business up a gear.

Why You Shouldn’t Miss Thrive

Thrive isn’t just another conference. It’s a unique opportunity to learn from a carefully curated lineup of photographers who aren’t just here to inspire – they’re here to share their business know-how and practical shooting techniques. This combination of real-world business advice and hands-on learning is what sets Thrive apart.

 

Flexible Ticket Options

We understand that not everyone can commit to both days, and that’s okay. You can buy a conference ticket and soak in all the talks, combine talks with shoots or you can just choose specific Day Two shoot sessions with the mentors you’re most excited about. We encourage you to join us for the full experience, but even if you attend just a part, you’ll leave with plenty of value.

 

Join us at Thrive: October 20-21st in Brighton

This is more than just a conference – it’s an opportunity to transform how you shoot weddings and run your business. Whether you’re looking to build your portfolio, fine-tune your business strategy, or simply get inspired, Thrive is your place to grow.

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