Upcoming Events
ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING
Date/Time: June, 5th 2024 at 11 am
Location: Online Zoom
We cannot wait to see all our members at our annual general meeting. All our members are very welcome to attend. This is your chance to engage within the IPPVA. We will select our new council members, who will elect the new president. This is important, please log on and have your vote!
WORKSHOP : Tax & Accounting with Siobhan Coyne
Date/Time: Monday, April 22nd 2024 at 1pm
Location: The Connacht Hotel, Old Dublin Road, Galway, H91 K5DD
Cost: FREE
An in-depth workshop into the various taxes facing photographers, what each tax category means for your business, how to account for it and when.
– What to give to your Accountant at tax time
– Keeping proper books and records to satisfy Revenue
– The differences between sole trader and limited company and what they mean for you.
Open to IPPVA Members only
Limited Numbers
Please check the FB Members Page for the link to tickets
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WEBINAR : Streamline your business with Studio Ninja
Date/Time: Tuesday, April 2nd 2024 at 10am
Online Zoom Webinar
Cost: FREE
with Chris Garbacz Head Honcho @ Studio Ninja
( The world’s highest rated photography business management app )
If you’re an existing user of Studio Ninja or looking at investing in a business management software, then don’t miss this one hour session with Chris as he goes through Studio Ninja and the Features that make it easier for clients to work with you.
He’ll be talking about streamlining and automating the boring admin tasks that everyone hates doing in their photography business, while sharing marketing tips, funny horror stories and lots of ways to improve their client journey to book more shoots and become more referable.
Please note: This event is open to IPPVA members ONLY
please check the FB Members Page for the link to tickets
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ATHLONE BUSINESS SEMINAR : Making the most of your Business
hosted by Neil Warner
Date: 12th March
Location: Athlone Springs Hotel, N37 F9T3
Professional Photography is a business. At times a lonely business.
That’s why we have organised a “Making the most of your Business” Seminar.
You will hear and meet four sets of speakers who will inspire you with their experience and successes. Each speaker will discuss their approach to developing their business and their approach to marketing.
- John Gillooley
- A prize winning Photographer who is a wonderful communicator. His wedding photography is out standing as is his entertaining and enlightening blog. He is a powerful speaker and a great inspiration.
- NonFictionLove
- Aoife and Emily are high end wedding filmmakers who have relocated from Canada to the wilds of Connemara . They cover all of Ireland and have established a successful business in a relatively short time. They show that quality can drive a business no matter where you are situated . They will show the exciting journey that has brought them success.
- Richard Mc Carthy
- The President Richard Mc Carthy , president of the IPPVA runs a successful practice from Co.Sligo . His practice has successfully added Fine portraiture to his Wedding practice. He also is able to mix commercial photography to his work and combines the disciplines to run a very successful practice.
- Lidi Lima Conlon
- Lidi, who was the IPPVA 2022 photographer of the year , a dynamic marketer who has developed a newborn practice and was New-born photographer of the year 2022. She is a popular educator and source of great wisdom. She runs her practice in Combination with her husband Gareth .
After the presentations you are invited to meet the speakers over coffee and light refreshments .
Ticket Cost: €15
Limited Numbers of tickets available so make sure to book early
Please note: This event is for IPPVA members only
Click here to book your ticket.
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WEBINAR : Using a Business Management Software to deliver the best client experience and improve sales
Date/Time: Monday, Mar 11th 2024 at 11am
Online Zoom Webinar
Cost: FREE
With Business Management Software Export, Tom Catchesides
If you’re an existing user of Light Blue or looking at investing in a business management software, then don’t miss this one hour session with Tom as he goes through light Blue and the Features that make it easier for clients to work with you.
Tom will be showing how you can use Light Blue to …
- Making the Enquiry process simple and effective.
- Obtaining useful information with Contact forms
- Filling your diary using Online bookings
- Protecting your work with Online Contracts
- Getting paid using an Online invoice payment
- Post Shoot Sales Integration with 3rd Party apps
- Automating Tasks, Messages & Emails.
- Analyse your business using Charts & Reporting
Please note: This event is open to IPPVA members ONLY
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WEBINAR : Navigating SEO with Nina Mace
Date/Time: Wednesday, Mar 6th 2024 at 1:30pm
Online Zoom Webinar
Cost: FREE
With SEO Expert Nina Mace
The family photographer behind the SEO for photographers Visibility Bootcamp. Recognised throughout the industry as one of the very best people to turn to for photographer training and mentoring for both aspiring and Professional Photographers She has helped hundreds of people with passion grow their brands, find their ideal model in their chosen industry and clear a path towards running a small business in a way that works for them
Please note: This event is open to IPPVA members ONLY
Harry Potter and Halloween Session Studio Tour and Workflow including a Model shoot hosted by R&R Photography
Date/Time: Sunday, Oct 1st 2023 at 3 pm – 5.30pm
Location: Youghal, Co.Cork
Key Points:
- ➡️ Studio Tour
- ➡️ Setting up for a mini session in tiny spaces
- ➡️ Making the most out of the session in a small amount of time
- ➡️ Selling them as family photos not just a kids session
- ➡️ One model shoot on the day.
Please note: This event is for IPPVA members only
If you are a member wishing to register, please email info@ippva.com & we will provide you with the registration link
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In-person OFF Camera flash + Magmod for beginners workshop with Irina Duane Magmod ambassador
Date/Time: Sunday, Nov 26th 2023 at 11am for approx 4 hours
Location: Dungarvan Park Hotel in Dungarvan X35 CC97
FEE: IPPVA MEMBERS – FREE / NON MEMBERS – €40
Register HERE
This is a great opportunity if you struggle to use flash on your shots. Irina Duane, an amazing and very talented wedding photographer, will be hosting a workshop on how to use camera flash off the camera. She will also be demonstrating how to use the Magmod modifiers.
If you’ve ever struggled with using flash in your shots, this workshop is perfect for you. Irina is known for her expertise in this area and she will be sharing her knowledge and techniques with participants. It’s a great chance to learn from the best.
Key Points:
- ➡️ How to shape and control light with Magmod modifiers.
- ➡️ Off camera flash for beginners.
- ➡️ Magmod modifiers to create dramatic portraits.
- ➡️ Live demo
Please note: This event is open to IPPVA members & Non Members
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PAST EVENTS
Online IPS and the Art of Respectful Selling with Lidi Lima-Conlon
Happening on Wednesday, Sept 27th at 11am, for IPPVA Members only. This workshop will happen online through zoom and is focused specifically for family and portrait photographers but all of our members are welcome to attend.
If you are a member wishing to register, please email info@ippva.com
Key Points that will be covered in the Workshop are as follows:
➡️ Managing clients expectations so you can sell without ‘selling’
➡️ Online IPS: How to make it work
➡️ Mindset Shift for Greater Earnings
THIS EVENT IS NOW FULLY BOOKED
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Sunday, 26th March 2023 – DUBLIN: Annual Gala Dinner
Clontarf Castle Hotel, D03 W5NO
Announcing IPPVA Irish Professional Photographer and IPPVA Irish Professional Videographer of the Year 2023 as well as all of the category winners.
Open to IPPVA members and non-members.
Red carpet and Prosecco Arrival 6.30pm, Dinner, Exhibition, Awards, and Dancing until late.
Dress to impress!
Winner prizes provided by our sponsor Bermingham Cameras.
Member Ticket €70 – Non-members Ticket €80
Book before 11.55pm on Friday 3rd for an early bird €10 discount.
IPPVA WINTER EVENTS PROGRAMME – 2023
Tuesday, 21st March 2023 – KILKENNY: Studio visit/Sales tips & Demo
Hosted by Maria Dunphy
Kilkenny City – 10.30am to 1pm at 94 High Street , Kilkenny, R95 H974
Refreshments provided. Members only. Limited numbers.
Wednesday, 29th March 2023 – ONLINE: IPPVA Annual General Meeting
Online zoom AGM for all members – 4pm – 6pm
Further details coming soon.
Further events to be announced for Spring/Summer 2023
Further events to be announced for Spring/Summer 2023
Contact info@ippva.com if you are interested in hosting an event for your fellow members.
Monday, 16th January 2023 – ATHLONE: Educational and Social event
Hosted by Neil Warner
Hudson Bay Hotel, N37 XR82
For more information, please follow the booking link underneath
Refreshments provided. Opened to Members & Non members. Limited numbers.
Booking essential HERE
CORK: Studio Visit/Headshot Swap – EVENT rescheduled – NEW Date TBD
Hosted by John Sexton
John Sexton Photography, Knocknabehy, Cork, T23 T662
Refreshments provided. Limited numbers.
WICKLOW MOUNTAINS: Photowalk – EVENT rescheduled – NEW Date TBD
Hosted by Pauric McGroder
Cloughleagh Bridge – 10am – 1pm. – Car pool from The Square, Tallaght
Bring your own flask. Limited numbers.
Booking essential here