Upcoming Webinars
Please note – these are LIVE events and may or may not be recorded*.
September
Do you want to hone your creative skills and learn how to master portrait photography? Florida-based photographer and Disney artist, Rick Ferro, will show you how to create stunning imagery that sells. Rick’s weeklong class at MARS will be one of the best hands-on, instructional classes in lighting and posing that you’ve ever taken, and will help you discover the methods to attain outstanding images. This webinar is but a glimpse of Rick’s weeklong class during MARS 2026. Do not miss your opportunity to study with this legend!
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In 1993, Walt Disney World in Orlando, Florida, approached Rick to create for Disney a wedding photography department. Rick became the Senior Wedding Photographer for Disney and trained their photographers. Rick was a photographer for ABC’s “Weddings of a Lifetime” and the “Regis & Kathie Lee Show”. Rick currently has photographed “Weddings of a Lifetime” for Disney’s “Free Form” channel. Rick is a Lifetime Member of WPPI, Wedding & Portrait Photographers International, and is a member of PPA, Professional Photographers of America. Rick has an Associate of Science Degree and is a WPPI Master Photographer. Rick has received his PPA Master Photographer & Craftsman degree. He has also earned the honor of his images meriting the PPA Loan Collection and Showcase Collection. In 2006 Rick received, along with his wife, the United Nations Leadership Award from the International Photographic Council at the United Nations in New York City. Currently Rick is a Lead Photographer and Trainer for Walt Disney World’s Fine Art Department.
October
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Michele Celentano’s journey in photography spans nearly 30 years, fueled by a deep-seated passion for capturing the essence of family and transforming photographs into cherished heirlooms. Her dedication to her craft has not only enriched the lives of countless families but has also established her as a preeminent authority in the field. As a respected educator and author, Michele penned “Photographing Families – Tips for Capturing Timeless Images,” a guide that has empowered photographers to elevate their work. Michele’s expertise is recognized by her esteemed positions as a judge and chairman for the WPPI international print competition, where she plays a crucial role in shaping the standards of excellence in the industry. Her remarkable talent and influence have earned her a place among the elite as a Canon USA Explorer of Light Legend, an honor bestowed upon only 24 photographers nationwide. Her images and insights are regularly featured in Canon advertisements, and she is a popular and engaging presenter at Canon trade shows throughout the country. Her commitment to professional growth is demonstrated by her attainment of the Craftsmen Degree from the Professional Photographers of America and the Accolade of Photographic Mastery from Wedding and Portrait Photographers International. Her artistic vision and technical prowess have been showcased in renowned publications such as Rangefinder, American Photographer, Shutterbug, and Studio Photography, as well as in numerous books on the art of photography.
January 2026
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M. Photog., Cr., CPP, API. EA-ASP, FP-OR, HFP-OR Both his clients and peers recognize Bryan Welsh, a second-generation photographer, for his creative stylized photography. He has received numerous merits and awards in image competitions, PPA Loan Collections, Fuji MASTERPIECE awards, Kodak Gallery awards and the ASP State Elite award. His images and articles have appeared in national publications as well as used in Nikon’s National advertising. Bryan has the Master of Photography Degree & Photographic Craftsman Degree from Professional Photographers of America. He is a PPA Certified Professional Photographer and has both the Fel-low of Photography Degree and Honorary Fellow of Photography Degree from the Oregon Professional Photographers Association. He also holds the Educational Associate Degree from the American Society of Photographers. Bryan is a national speaker with 300+ PPA Speaker Merits and is a PPA Approved International Juror. Additional honors include the PPA National Award and the PPA 2020 Directors Award. Bryan is recognized as a Certified Guide by Phil M Jones and the “Exactly What to Say” principles and an alumnus of the Jeffrey Shaw Self-Employed Business Institute.
February 2026
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With over 20 years of experience as a creative artist, Richard Sturdevant brings a unique eye to the world of photographic education. As a leading expert in photographic artistry and creative composites, his award winning work, style, and techniques have earned him high praise in the photographic industry. Sturdevant’s fluid combination of photography with fine art skills stems from his original artistic roots. Prior to becoming a photographer, Richard made his living as a classic and award-winning artist and also was a national art instructor and a published subject matter expert. Using airbrush and oil, his unique but photorealistic style made for a natural transition to photography. Today his passion for painting comes alive in his creations of photographic art. Richard is also known for an impressive track record in PPA print competition – receiving 17 prints with a perfect 100 point score in both state, regional and district competitions. He also made history with PPA at SWPPA District competition in September 2010 for the highest print case ever scored in the USA, Receiving a 100 print score on all four of his prints. He is the Overall Grand Imaging Award (GIA) Winner for 2011 and 2012 with best print in PPA. In 2013 he received 1st and second place in the GIA Awards for best Master artist Image and 3rd Place in Portrait. In 2014 he was Named as a finalist in the First World Cup and Also won Grand Imaging Awards 1st Place in Illustrative and Second Place in Master Artist held at Imaging USA in Phoenix, Arizona. Richard is the only Photographer in PPA History to go Double Diamond four times 2012, 2013, 2015 and 2016. He’s has been awarded Diamond Photographer of the year 11 times with Diamond and Platinum awarded at Imaging USA 2011 and 2014. In 2013 Richard also became a PPA international Juror. Richard has been featured on the cover of Professional Photographer, and Rangefinder magazines. Richard is a member of PPA, ASP, WPPI, TPPA, DPPA and is PPA Master of Photography, Master Artist of Photography and Photographic Craftsman.
March 2026
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Rick is a Tamron Pro and a Profoto Ambassador, and has been a photojournalist, portrait and travel photographer for over 4 decades. Based in Boston, he travels the world for numerous publications, corporations, advertising assignments and film and television productions. His published work has appeared in Time, National Geographic, Newsweek, New York Times, Washington Post, Boston Globe, Nature, USA Today, The Guardian, Der Spiegel, Stern, Discover, and on ABC, CBS, CNN NBC, Discovery Channel, Saturday Night Live, The Late Show and many other publications and productions around the globe. He has produced over 75 book and magazine covers and has worked on 20 film productions. Rick, known for his practical, creative lighting, has been teaching “Location Lighting” for the past 20 years. He has taught workshops at PhotoPlus, WPPI, Imaging USA, SWPP(London), Xposure (UAE), PPoC (Canada), White House News Photographers Association, CanAm Photo Expo, numerous PPA events, and many other workshops.