20–21 October 2026 · Brighton
Are you ready to thrive?
A two-day, all-star wedding photography conference — taught by six phenomenal speakers.
Where your photography business evolves
Thrive: where your photography business evolves
At Thrive, we don’t just talk about reaching the next level — we help you make it happen. You’ll hear incredible insights from our speakers, then 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.
Tickets from £495
What makes Thrive different?
Inspiration meets action
On Day One you’ll hear our six mentors share keynote talks packed with inspiration, strategy and insight into their creative processes.
Hands-on on Day Two
Take that inspiration into the field — book to shoot alongside the speakers and watch how they direct, compose and think through each image, plus a full day of business talks.
Diverse learning
Take part in up to three different shoots with three different mentors in a day — three unique sets of images for your portfolio, socials and blog.
All-inclusive environment
Hosted at the Leonardo Royal Hotel in the heart of Brighton, where learning, shooting and networking all happen in one relaxed, inspiring space.
Tailor it to you
Stay for both days and fully immerse yourself, or drop in for the shoots you’re most excited about — Thrive gives you the flexibility to take what you need.
Our incredible photographer line-up
What’s the plan?
Two days, two modes
Day One — talks to transform your business
Six of the industry’s top photographers share real, actionable insights that make a tangible difference to your business. Expect a balance of inspiration and practical advice you can implement right away.
Day Two — hands-on shoots & business talks
Get hands-on with up to three optional shoot sessions and see exactly how our mentors work — plus a full day of short business talks to keep your momentum going. Can’t choose? Day Two talks are recorded to watch later.
October 2026
20–21 October · Leonardo Royal Hotel, Brighton
✓ Six incredible speakers
✓ The best industry sponsors
✓ Small-group sessions with the speakers
✓ Beautiful portfolio content
✓ Yummy lunch and snacks
✓ Brighton city vibes
✓ The best goody bag in the industry
✓ Time to hang with your industry peers
What’s unique about Thrive?
We don’t just listen — we implement
Two days of learning, inspiration and growing in the heart of sunny Brighton. Day One is six inspiring keynotes created especially for Thrive. Day Two, you grab your camera and book onto a shoot with any of our main speakers — plus a full programme of business talks, all recorded so you can watch at your own pace.
What photographers say
“I was feeling in some kind of ‘low-battery mode’, and after Thrive I feel renewed.”
Cristina
“Honestly cannot thank Lisa Devlin for organising Thrive enough. I still class myself as a newbie and this was exactly what I needed — I learned so much from the speakers and the conversations, made loads of new friends and feel so inspired to take my business up a level.”
Megan Lannigan
Tune in
Get to know the speakers on the podcast
Love something playing while you edit? Tune in to our Perspective podcast to hear Gregg and Simon chat with all six mentors about their backgrounds and what they’ll be covering at Thrive — the best way to get to know them ahead of the event.
Why you shouldn’t miss it
Flexible ticket options
Thrive isn’t just another conference — it’s a carefully curated line-up of photographers here to share real business know-how and practical shooting techniques.
Not everyone can commit to both days, and that’s okay. Buy a conference ticket and soak up all the talks, combine talks with shoots, or pick specific Day Two shoot sessions with the speakers you’re most excited about.
Meet the sponsors
Join us in Brighton
Ready to thrive?
Thrive Brighton 2026 · 20–21 October · Leonardo Royal Hotel. Two days of learning, shooting and growing alongside six of the industry’s best. Grab your ticket and we’ll see you there.
