Photographer’s Conference 2025

3 Days. Endless Inspiration.

Chicago, Illinois

July, 23 – 26, 2025

About Event

Gittings Global three days of learning, networking, and growth with industry leaders!

The Gittings Photographers’ Conference is where leading global photographers meet to network, perfect their workflow and headshot skills with hands-on experiences and workshops and get inspired by world class speakers.  The Photographers Conference is two day and half days of inspiration, camaraderie, and fun with a supportive community of business owners who share your passion.

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Event Schedule

A view of Chicago's skyline during the day
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Event Details
  • Where: Chicago, Illinois
  • Hotel: 21c Museum Hotel Chicago
  • When: July, 23 to 26, 2025
  • Time Zone: UTC -5 / Central Daylight Time (CDT)
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Event Schedule

  • Wednesday, 23 July – Dinner Reception – Drinks and hors d’oeuvres for all attendees and guests
  • Thursday, 24 July – Full Day – Dinner on your own
  • Friday, 25 July – Full Day – Big group dinner together
  • Saturday, 26 July – Half day – Ends at lunch

Creative Spotlights

01 Robin Sloan

Robin Sloan brings decades of experience creating high-impact visual content for brands, entrepreneurs, and individuals who want to stand out.
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Portrait of Dirk Beichert

02 Dirk Beichert

Dirk has served thousands of people in the Rhein-Main area.
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03 Michael Schwarz

Michael is an award-winning photographer with over 30 years of experience.
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Portrait of Adrienne Battistella

04 Adrienne Battistella

Adrienne’s knowledge of New Orleans and photography combine to help her clients.

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Get Ready for the Full Experience

Access everything you need to make the most of Photographer’s Conference 2025—agenda, schedule, hotel info, local activities, and transportation.

Attendees

All Attendees and Staff Participants
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Agenda and full Schedule 

Full schedule, sessions, speakers, and more
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Hotel & Local Activities 

Hotel details plus local gems just for you
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Transportation & Parking
Transit tips and parking options to keep you moving
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Capture the Light. Define the Moment

Past Events

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01 Gittings Global 2024 Photographer Conference Recap
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02 Gittings Legal Event Highlight Video

FAQs & Resources 

From emergency details to PDF downloads, sponsor perks, and FAQs—it’s all here.

Emergency Contact Info & Hospitals

Michel Leroy

+1 212-475-4110

michel@gittingsblobal.com

Debra Benton

+1 (214) 325-0020

deb@gittingsglobal.com

Local Hospitals:

Northwestern Memorial

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Photographer Bio Submissions

Conference Take Aways PDF Downloads
Conference Slides - TEAM PHOTO

Conference Slides - ATTENDEES

Conference Slides - STATE of the AGENCY

Conference Slides - SALES

Conference Slides - CLIENT SUCCESS

Conference Slides - PROJECTS

Conference Slides - STANDARD RETOUCHING

Conference Slides - PORTRAIT DEMO

Conference Slides - CREATIVE LEADERS

Conference Slides - SOCIAL MEDIA with Robin Sloan

Conference Slides - CREATIVE SPOTLIGHT with Michael Schwarz

Conference Slides - CREATIVE SPOTLIGHT with Dirk Dirk Beichert

Conference Slides - CREATIVE SPOTLIGHT with Adrienne Battistella