Photo Palooza on the Pacific Northwest Coast

Photography Conference
on the Pacific Northwest Coast

Hosted Near the Canadian Border in Blaine, WA

May 31–June 3, 2026
Learn - Create - Grow

Photo Palooza PNW

Two immersive days at a stunning waterfront resort with guided shooting, styled environments, and a creative outlet designed for photographers ready for a different experience.

Limited group sizes • Coastal resort experience

“This experience changed how I shoot. I left with portfolio-ready images and real confidence.”

Photographer • Photo Palooza Attendee

A conference that delivers.

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Francisco Joel Hernandez
Francisco Joel Hernandez
Creating Depth with Flash

Cleaner light and depth you can apply immediately.

Sondra LaRay Miltenberger
Sondra LaRay Miltenberger
Wedding Workflow + Real-World Problem Solving

Real wedding scenarios + confident direction under pressure.

Simon Diez
Simon Diez
The Art Behind the Portraiture Business Portraits

Turn Creativity into Consistent Profit

Paulina Gwaltney
Paulina Gwaltney
Styling on a Budget

Luxury Looks without Luxury Costs.

DESIGNED FOR PHOTOGRAPHERS WHO WANT:
✓Photographers seeking guidance and growth
✓Intermediates ready to level up
✓Hands-on direction from leading photographers
✓Real connections. Not just networking.
YOU’LL LEAVE WITH:
✓Kick ass images
✓Shoot confidently in any environment
✓Confidently direct and pose models
✓Real growth. Real confidence.
Elle Sanders
Elle Sanders
Boudoir Photographer
Hands-on + Live Demo
Sales without the Sleaze
The 15-image formula behind five-figure boudoir sales.
Joe Baker
Joe Baker
High School Senior Photographer
Hands-on + Live Demo
Seniors + OCF: From Demo to Do-It-Yourself
Simple off-camera flash setups you can repeat immediately.
Iven Holt
Iven Holt
AI & Photography Educator
Hands-on + Live Demo
AI for Photographers: Practical Workflows That Save Time
Streamline your workflow — without losing your style.
Chris & Brandy Gronde
Chris & Brandy Gronde
High School Senior Photographers
Hands-on + Live Demo
Mood Board to Money: Executing Styled Senior Sessions That Sell
Plan, style, and execute senior sessions that look editorial — and sell.
Rabih Madi
Rabih Madi
Wedding Photographer
Hands-on + Live Demo
Hard Light… Made Easy! Turning Chaos into Creative Control
Take control of harsh light and unpredictable conditions — and still deliver polished images.
Ray Alvarez
Ray Alvarez
Lighting Educator
Hands-on + Live Demo
Conquer Lighting Anywhere: Color, Creativity, and Confidence
Lighting decisions on the fly.
Ready to Join?
WHAT YOU’LL EXPERIENCE

Destination energy + real shooting + real community — with VIP upgrades available.

Semiahmoo Resort aerial view
RESORT WEEKEND
A destination worth traveling for
Semiahmoo Resort + waterfront views + a full creative reset.
Hands-on shooting and direction
HANDS-ON SHOOTING
Two full days of shooting + direction
Live demos, guided shooting, and portfolio-ready takeaways.
Connect and create with photographers
CONNECT + CREATE
You won’t do this alone
Meet photographers, shoot together, and leave inspired.
VIP experiences at Photo Palooza
VIP EXPERIENCES
Elevated moments + limited upgrades
Exclusive shoots and premium add-ons (VIP only).
Dates
May 31–June 2
Location
Semiahmoo Resort
Blaine, WA
Included
Models, guided shooting, direction
Group Size
Intentionally limited
Lodging
Discounted room block
Reserve Your Spot
Two women on a beach under a pier, one holding a camera, both casually dressed.
Photographer directing a model in a studio, with a lighting reflector and a tennis ball on the floor.
Person in a white shirt standing in shallow water under a pier, facing away.
Woman in a white dress playing a guitar, sitting outdoors on a sunny day, with a basket nearby.

What You’ll Learn

Building a Profitable Photography Business

Learn how to price, position, and create work that attracts better clients and consistent bookings.

Boudoir Lighting & Posing

Shape flattering light, guide body angles, and create confident, elegant boudoir images.

Wedding-Style Portraits

Practice clean, timeless posing and lighting for couples, bridal, and editorial work.

Lighting Made Simple

Control direction, softness, and contrast using natural light and simple setups.

Posing & Styling That Sells

Use wardrobe, fabric, color, and posing to elevate the final image.

AI for Photographers

Learn practical AI tools for culling, editing speed, and workflow efficiency.

Brief instructions → Live demos → Guided shooting → Real-time feedback.
Two people on a sandy beach under a pier, engaged in conversation. Sunlight creates striped patterns on the sand.
Woman in red swimsuit lying on a mat under a pier, with sunlight filtering through the wooden beams.
What You’ll Create
Portfolio-ready work — not practice shots.
Finished Images
Usable portfolio pieces you can post, pitch, and print.
Lighting Confidence
Hands-on time to dial in lighting with expert guidance.
Direction + Posing
Real-time coaching while you shoot.
A Clear Portfolio Story
Work that feels intentional, elevated, and on-brand.

“This was the best investment I’ve made in my photography journey so far. The location was beautiful, we had plenty of time to shoot, and Kyla provided clear, hands-on instruction while we experimented with lighting and equipment.”

— Past Photo Palooza Attendee

Silhouettes of people holding cameras against a sunset over a calm ocean.