Sony Alpha Collab
About this Event
Sony Alpha Collab is a one-day immersive photography experience bringing together education, creativity, hands-on learning, and community. The event will take attendees inside the worlds of Nature + Wildlife, Portrait + Studio, and Sports photography, learning from accomplished local professionals through inspirational talks, live demonstrations, interactive shooting experiences, and engaging conversation.
From capturing unpredictable wildlife and building a studio image from the ground up to anticipating the decisive moment on the sidelines, the day explores how working photographers approach very different creative challenges—and what photographers of any experience level can take from their process. Attendees will have opportunities to learn from professionals, get behind the camera, experiment with Sony Alpha gear, and connect with Seattle’s creative community.
Programming will include an exploration of the natural world, The Anatomy of a Portrait hands-on studio experience, and a closing sports photography panel focused on the stories and strategies behind capturing peak action.
A dedicated Sony gear-loan station will give attendees the opportunity to get hands-on with a wide range of Sony Alpha cameras and lenses throughout the day. Admission includes all educational sessions and hands-on experiences, morning coffee and pastries, lunch, and access to the Sony gear-loan station.
Attendance will be intentionally limited to create an engaging environment with meaningful access to the educators, gear, and experiences throughout the day.
One day. One community. Endless inspiration.
YOUR TICKET INCLUDES
- Morning coffee, tea, fresh fruit + pastries to start the day
- Taco bar lunch to keep you fueled between sessions
- Sony Alpha gear-loan station with a selection of cameras and lenses to try throughout the day
- All educational sessions + hands-on experiences, including wildlife, portrait + studio, and sports photography programming
- Access to experienced photographers and industry professionals throughout the event
- A chance to shoot, experiment, ask questions, and try something new
- Community + connection with fellow photographers and Seattle’s creative community
WHO THIS IS FOR
Sony Alpha Collab is for photographers who want to grow their skills, try something new, and see how working professionals approach the craft. Whether you’re just getting started, looking to take your photography to the next level, or already shooting professionally, there’s something to take away from each experience.
Come with a specific genre in mind or use the day to explore something completely outside your usual photography. You’ll have the opportunity to learn from experienced photographers, ask questions, experiment with Sony Alpha gear, and get hands-on with real-world shooting scenarios—all in a welcoming environment built around creativity and community.
You don’t need to be a Sony shooter, and you don’t need to specialize in wildlife, portraits, or sports. Just bring your curiosity, your camera, and a willingness to try something new.
WHAT TO BRING
- Camera (mirrorless or DSLR)
- Preferred lenses
- Memory cards + fully charged batteries
- An open mind and a willingness to experiment
LOANER GEAR
Sony will have a selection of cameras & lenses available to use during the workshop. Please make sure to bring your own as there are a limited amount of loaner gear and you may need to share throughout the workshop.
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PRICING, FEES & REFUNDS
In the event of a refund, Eventbrite Fees are not refundable. Eventbrite fees are only refunded if an event is canceled.
We will issue a full refund up to 9 days before the event date. No-shows will not be refunded. Refunds are unavailable post-event date.
Agenda
🕑: 08:30 AM - 09:30 AM
Doors Open • Registration • Coffee & Pastries
Info: Check in, grab some coffee and pastries, meet fellow attendees, and get settled for the day. The Sony gear-loan desk will also be available throughout the event, with a range of Sony Alpha cameras and lenses to explore.
🕑: 09:30 AM - 10:45 AM
SESSION 1 — WILDLIFE + NATURE | In the Wild
Host: Daniel Fowler
Info:
Start the day with nature and wildlife photographer Daniel Fowler for an inspiring look at photographing the natural world. Daniel will share his approach to finding compelling subjects, working in unpredictable environments, and creating images that go beyond simply documenting what’s in front of the camera.
🕑: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
SESSION 2 — PORTRAIT + STUDIO | Build the Scene
Host: Nicholas & Ashley
Info: Go behind the scenes of a studio shoot and see how a simple idea develops into a finished set. Explore composition, prop placement, depth, color, and the small creative decisions that make an image feel intentional before the shutter is ever pressed.
🕑: 12:00 PM - 01:00 PM
LUNCH + SONY GEAR EXPERIENCE
Info: Lunch is on us! Take a break, connect with other photographers and spend some time at the Sony gear-loan desk. Get hands-on with Sony Alpha cameras and lenses, talk with the Sony team, and find something new to try during the afternoon sessions.
🕑: 01:00 PM - 02:00 PM
SESSION 3 — PORTRAIT + STUDIO | Shape the Light
Host: Nicholas & Ashley
Info: See how dramatically a scene can change through light alone. Starting with warm, natural-feeling fall light, we’ll transform the same set into a more dramatic, Old Hollywood-inspired look while breaking down the lighting choices, modifiers, placement, and creative decisions behind each setup.
🕑: 02:00 PM - 03:30 PM
SESSION 4 — HANDS-ON PORTRAIT EXPERIENCE | Direct the Frame
Host: Nicholas & Ashley
Info: Now it’s your turn. Explore how posing, expression, camera angle, composition, and photographer direction can completely change the final image. Watch the process unfold, then step behind the camera and put those ideas into practice during a hands-on shooting experience.
🕑: 03:30 PM - 05:00 PM
SESSION 5 — SPORTS PHOTOGRAPHY PANE | Stories from the Sidelines
Host: Liv Lyons
Info: What does it take to anticipate the game-winning moment?
Join a panel of professional sports photographers working across completely different worlds—from professional soccer and hockey to rodeo and equine competition. While their subjects may differ, they face many of the same challenges: anticipating peak action, working under pressure, navigating access and credentials, and creating images that tell the story beyond the final score.
Hear how these photographers approach their craft, the gear and techniques they rely on, how they built careers in sports photography, and what photographers in any genre can learn from thinking like a sports shooter.
The conversation will wrap with an audience Q&A.
Where is it happening?
Event Location & Nearby Stays:
USD 82.91
