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Photo Creators
Conference

An immersive boutique photography experience

Tucson,

Arizona

June 1-4
2026

2026 Instructors

Canon Explorer of Light

Laretta 

Houston

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Nikon Ambassador

Jerry Ghionis

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Canon Explorer of Light

TBA

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Profoto Expert

Chris

Faine

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Night Class

Michael

Hollender

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Editing Expert

Vanessa Rivera

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Night Class

Vincent

Royer

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Night Class

TBA

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Schedule 

Monday, June 1

Welcome Reception: 3:00 pm – 4:30 pm (The Barn)

Dinner: 4:30 pm – 6:00 pm (The Barn)

Night Classes: 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm

Astrophotography: 9:00 pm – 11:00 pm

Social Hour Doghouse: 9:00 pm – 11:00 pm

Tuesday, June 2

Sunrise Yoga: 6:30 am – 7:30 am  (optional)

Breakfast: 7:30 am – 9:00 am

Class 1: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm 

Lunch: 12:15 pm – 1:45 pm

Class 2: 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Dinner: 5:15 – 6:45 pm

Night Class:  6:30-8:30 pm

Astrophotography: 9:00 pm – 11:00 pm

Social Hour Doghouse: 8:00 pm – 11:00 pm

Wednesday, June 3

Nature Photo Walk : 7:30 am – 8:30 am  (optional)

Breakfast: 7:30 am – 9:00 am

Class 3: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm 

Lunch: 12:30 pm – 2:00 pm

Class 4: 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm
BBQ in Cottonwood Grove: 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm

Karaoke: 8:00 pm – 11:00 pm

Thurday, June 4

Morning Trail Ride (optional): 7:30 – 9:00 am  (optional $)

Cowboy Breakfast 8:30 – 10:00 am

* optional activity    -     $ additional fee required

The Photo Creators Experience

We are grateful for our incomparable community.

It is truly unmatched in the industry.

CONFERENCE INFO

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About Photo Creators

Discover the art of photography through our expert-led sessions. A truly hands-on boutique conference experience where passionate photographers come to level up their skills, connect with industry leaders, and reconnect with their creativity. Grow as a photographer and build lasting connections with industry professionals. Join us at the Photo Creators Conference to immerse yourself in hands-on learning that goes beyond just creating pretty images.  

A major part of the experience is the actual stay at the beautiful Ranch rooms. Please book your rooms at the Tanque Verde Guest Ranch.  The Ranch is fairly isolated and is not conveniently located near any stores or other accommodations. You can view 

Call Mary Ellen at the ranch for possible roommate options (520) 731-5568, or let us know you are looking for a roommate.  You can email info@thephotocreators.com

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WHAT MAKES US UNIQUE

A 250-acre all-inclusive dude ranch resort reserved for you.

Top agency models with professional styling.

World-class, truly hands-on instruction.

Small classes to ensure you get individualized attention. 

You won't find this learning experience anywhere else.

Registration is open

June 1-4 , 2026 

MEET OUR PARTNERS

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SAVE YOUR SPOT

Photo Creators

Conference

June 1-4 , 2026 

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