Frequently Asked Questions
Why should you attend?
After Dark is for photographers who are serious about improving their art and business in a fun and creative environment.
After Dark's value added approach to education empowers photographers of all levels to choose what they want to learn, and from whom they want to learn it.
Come work with the industry's top specialists who are there to share their knowledge.
You'll work, play and practice with 35 top mentors in fully equipped studio bays, on location and in small business learning pods. You'll go home and immediately apply what you've learned to improve your studio and office.
And you’ll leave as part of a community that forms when people work, learn and play together and develop lasting friendships and networks. That's the After Dark Family.
Who should attend?
After Dark is for photographers of all levels who wish to elevate their art and businesses by learning hands-on beside some of the best photographers and educators in the portrait business.
What will we learn?
That's for you to decide. Our educational offerings cover everything your studio needs.
Each mentor specializes in an area of the photography business -- lighting, posing, babies, weddings, seniors, PhotoShop ProSelect, workflow, sales, design, marketing and more.
You select five or seven areas you want to improve and concentrate learning with mentors you want to work and play with.
After Dark is designed to help you troubleshoot you. You’ll focus on the issues you face as a photographer and, using the power of small group creativity, seek solutions.
You will work using the latest tools, working with models from the locales we visit on your quest to grow in your craft.
How much does it cost?
$500
How many people attend After Dark events?
Registration is capped at 300 guests.
Does After Dark only take place after dark?
No. After Dark is the brand name of our events. There are events and activities during daylight. But major sessions will take place between 6 p.m. and 2 a.m.
I have more questions - Who do I contact?
To get answers for your questions, comments, and/or concerns, feel free to visit us at facebook and leave your question there. You can also e-mail us at buzz@afterdarkedu.com.
