WE'RE THE
MAIN EVENT
We were exhausted from existing in an industry that primarily focuses on wedding photographers. Family and newborn photographers have been undervalued and overlooked, often dismissed as a low-income subcategory. We know there is really good money, and a really good lifestyle here.
So we created the space we wished we had when we started.
Enter: The business event of the year for family and newborn photographers!
Where we gather together the leaders in our industry, women doing incredible things, to share their wisdom with us.
A Gather to Grow event offers more than just learning, it focuses on soul-success, friendship and community. Providing a space for meaningful connections and support for women like you who just get it.
We're not the side dish to weddings
FINANCIAL INDEPENDENCE
Financial goals look different for everyone,whatever your goals are they can be achieved with the right tools. Big or small, we can help you smash your goals!
our events help
photographers achieve:
CONFIDENCE IN ABUNDANCE
Become completely inspired and feel empowered to confidently ask for what you want. Leave with a newfound sense of confidence that you can carry forward in your business.
MORE WORK-LIFE BALANCE
All you need is clarity and a plan, once you have those things, you can start to build a schedule for yourself that means you no longer have to juggle it all in-between work and home.
REACHING THE right clients
Not everyone is your client and that is more then ok! It's time to dig deep into your own values, what you want from this business and who you want to work with. You'll know exactly who you want to photograph and how to reach them.
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WHAT WE'RE ALL ABOUT
ACCESSIBILITY - See your favourite photographers all in one place
COMMUNITY- Online courses don’t substitute the need for a real community
AWAY TIME FROM YOUR DESK- Finally, something for your business that includes other humans
INVESTMENT IN YOURSELF - Your once-a-year business training conference to help you grow and make more money!
CONTINUED GROWTH - Fresh speakers and topics every year so your business (and you) keep growing
Over two days, you'll hear from amazing speakers sharing practical tips, personal stories, and loads of inspiration to leave you feeling energized and motivated.
We want our industry to keep growing, making an impact, and helping us all live our dream lives.
You've really changed the way I think, feel and see my business...
I will now forever purchase a ticket to attend this event as I have truly felt inspired.
You've really changed the way I think about, feel and see my business. Without your powerful knowledge I would most definitely still be stuck in a rut. I'm making as many fellow photographers book as I can!
GIMMIE THE DEETS
Who is it for?
Maternity, newborn and family photographers at all stages of business
When is it?
Saturday, 11th & Sunday 12th October 2025
Where is it?
The Bugle House, 1A Bugle St, Southampton SO14 2AL
OUR SPEAKER
LINEUP:
day 1
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Kristina Mac
the power of being you - Branding
Gemma Heard
Hanna Ali
Kitty Clark
Mastering your money
Cultivating creativity & surviving burnout
Former attendee turned thriving business owner Hanna, will be sharing how embracing your unique style and personality can help you build a standout photography brand.
Focusing on in-home sessions, she’ll show you how to create authentic, personalized sessions without the need for a studio space.
Kristina will be sharing her expertise on creating an exceptional client experience that helps you reach high end clients. From the details that make a lasting impression to the strategies behind her studio’s success, Kristina will show you how to build an experience that high-end clients trust and ultimately lead to a higher average sale.
As a qualified accountant and financial coach, Gemma will be sharing practical tips on managing your business finances. From budgeting to cash flow and taxes, Gemma will help you get a clear grip on the numbers and help you make more money.
Join Kitty for a raw and honest look at staying creative & the important of self-portraits in your photography business.
She’ll share her struggles with burnout, how she keeps inspiration alive, and why self-portraits are a powerful way to reconnect with yourself & your potential clients. Expect relatable moments and practical tips to spark creativity, even in life’s busiest seasons.
Putting Your Clients First
The after party!
a place where business ambition meets soul success.
step into a CREATIVE career, that sets your heart on fire!
THE mantra
day 2
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The Perfectly Natural Revolution
Keynote speaker:
Mia Davies
Terri Hofford
A Q&A session with the speaker
Body image educator & photographer Terri Hofford will walk you through the ways in which photographers can help clients embrace their bodies.
In an industry where our clients can be self-conscious, Teri uses her proven techniques to help clients feel more at east in their pre and postpartum bodies.
You will leave with an awareness of how your client's body image is formed, the impact your photography has on it & how you can change your strategy to improve your client's experience.
My photography therapy
Mia Davis shares how photography became her therapy through cancer and lockdown, helping her process emotions and document her journey. She channels her experiences into her work, using photography to connect deeply with clients and tell more meaningful stories.
Having faced life’s extremes, she brings empathy to capturing births and end-of-life moments. Join Mia as she helps you discover how to connect more deeply with your clients.
Anna Hardy
Supercharge your SEO
Jodie Mitchell
Discover Jodie's practical guide to using SEO as a powerful marketing tool. SEO can feel overwhelming, but Jodie will break it down step by step, making it easy to understand and implement. There's tonnes of actionable tips to help your photography business get found by the right clients. Turn SEO into your biggest marketing tool and enjoy a full client diary!
The power of a plan- Marketing
Join Anna for a game-changing session on getting organized and making your marketing work for you. She’ll share her proven method for planning your marketing with clarity and purpose, helping you stay focused and in control. You'll leave with practical steps to create structure, a 6 week marketing plan, and confidence in your business going forward.
TICKET SALE ENDS:
THE EVENT:
Whilst online friendships are great, they are no substitute for the real thing. We know how important it is to get out of your everyday life and spend time with friends who are in this industry with you.
Your colleagues are not your competition, they are your biggest resource and comfort. So leet us help you find your people....
DAY TWO
DAY ONE
NIGHT ONE
The after party!
5:00pm
Cultivating creativity & surviving burnout
Mastering your money
Gemma Heard
Arrive: 9:00am
The power of being you
Hanna Ali
Mingle with our sponsors
LUNCH
Putting your clients first
Kristina Mac
Kitty Clark
Finish time and goodbyes 6:00pm
Body image
Supercharge your SEO
Jodie Mitchell
The power of a plan
Anna Hardy
Mingle with our sponsors
LUNCH
Terri Hofford
Personal journey
Mia Davies
Mingle with our sponsors & speakers
* A glass of prosecco & buffet included
From-your-desk Yoga
Sophie Christie
decide on your payment method
Decide if you want to pay in full or pay in installments, click on the option you want to choose below.
How does it work?
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FILL OUT YOUR INFORMATION
Fill out the payment information and purchase your ticket. You can pay by google or apple pay, it's really simple. If you have selected pay in installments, the payment will be deducted from your account at the same time each month.
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SIT BACk and relax, you're in!
Once you've paid, your in!
We will send you a confirmation email and nearer the time to the event, you'll start receiving all of the information you'll need for the event. In the meantime, you can join our Facebook community and start connecting with other photographers!
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three steps to securing your seat
GENERAL ADMISSION:
£595
£795
Goodie bag
2 day admission to all the talks
Event magazine
Lunch on Day 1 and Day 2
Tea's coffee's & snacks
Exclusive discount's from our event sponsors
Included at the Event
Prosecco & Nibbles at the after party
Early bird
Earlybird price
Standard price
OR
DUO TICKET:
£990
£1190
Goodie bag
2 day admission to all the talks
We know everything is more fun with a friend in tow, so why not bring your photographer bestie along with you and make it a date! With our better together ticket, you receive a pair of tickets for Gather To Grow 2025 for you and a friend at discounted rate.
Event magazine
Lunch on Day 1 and Day 2
Tea's coffee's & snacks
Exclusive discount's from our event sponsors
Included at the Event for 2 of you:
Prosecco & Nibbles at the after party
Early bird
Duo ticket price
(Save £200)
Standard price
Where to Stay
Once you've secured your ticket, you'll get access to exclusive discounts to some of the hotels below via private Facebook group!
Another budget-friendly choice. Located just a 5-minute walk away from our venue, this is the closest, budget-friendly option for your stay,
Holiday inn
Southampton
A 5 star hotel and spa. Enjoy the rooftop bar and award-winning seafood dining at The Jetty while you soak up idyllic views of the Solent. Only a 15 minute walk from our venue.
Harbour Hotel
Southampton
Our closest recommendation for your stay. Located just five minutes from Southampton Port and Ocean Cruise Terminal as well. Less then a 4 minute walk from our venue.
Leonardo Royal
Southampton
Your ideal budget-friendly choice. Located just a 9-minute walk away from our venue, this hotel offers convenience without compromising on comfort.
Premier inn West-Quay
To those who feel like you're stuck in a rut with life, get out of your comfort zone!
To those who feel like you're stuck in a rut with life, get out of your comfort zone!
The girls I met are fueled with knowledge, discipline and love. In this industry we have a tonne of 'online' friends, it's tough. No real conversation, no lunch or coffee breaks. To say that I have finally found a bunch of pure hearted sweet loves has well and truly made me soooo happy.
FAQs
As a photographer, you have the power to capture special moments and inspire others through your art. And with Gather to Grow, you can take your skills to the next level by sharing your work, connecting with like minded creatives, and making an impact on the world.
We've put together some answers to the most common questions you might have about our Gather to Grow events:
Whilst accommodation is not included, there are tonnes incredible of places to stay nearby. Including hotels and bed and breakfasts. We would totally recommend joining up with some other attendees and all get an Airbnb!
If you want to grab a hotel for the night, make sure to check for discounts on the Facebook group before you book and we always recommend booking directly with the hotel.
Once ticket sales have ended, all of the attendees will be invited to join our super-secret, pop up Facebook group. This group will be just for those attending Gather to Grow. Here we will post event details, travel suggestions and so much more! You can introduce yourself and meet others that are attending. This way, you'll know at least on person before stepping foot inside the workshop.
Yes! This workshop is specifically tailored to Maternity, newborn and family photographers. Don't worry if you haven't started your business yet, this is the perfect opportunity for you to created your dream portfolio, in just one day!
There will not be any recordings available after the conference. However, every attendee will be supplied with the slides from each speakers talk after the event via email.
We want you to immerse yourself in the experience and not worry about taking photographs of the slides, or recording (which is not permitted) the talks. You are welcome to take notes of particular sections or quotes that the speakers cover, for your future reference.
Gather To Grow is designed as a business conference which focusses on the practical side of running your photography business, vs the creative shooting aspect. While we won’t be offering live demonstrations or hands-on workshops, our speakers will be sharing real-world insights, strategies, and behind-the-scenes knowledge that you can apply directly to your own photography business.
Gather To Grow is a breastfeeding friendly event. If you will be breastfeeding at the time of the event, you are welcome to feed your baby as you need. We suggest having someone nearby with baby, to pop in and out when need be. Due to the nature of the event, we would not be able to accommodate children permanently throughout the weekend.
Claire Symes
Gather to grow has given me a clearer path of what I need to do although I have a big list. It has given me more people to reach out to for help, lots of great notes , and downloads and to know you're not alone and to have these like-minded friends is a big thing for me.
"A clearer path of what I need"
Kim Hardy
I had some reservations that centred around whether it was something I needed to do at this stage in my business & would I gain anything from it. But I left feeling on an absolute high! So pleased that I booked. I'd gained some absolute gems of information, marketing tactics, and revived energy from some incredible women in this business. Wouldn't hesitate to recommend it to anyone at any point in their journey.
"So pleased that I booked"
Melissa Johnson-Peters
The talks were all really clear and structured and kept to their themes which was great. I appreciated that there were actionable steps mentioned at each stage rather than it being wishy washy or vague. It was applicable to people at different stages of their business journey so that everyone could take something from it.
"Everyone could take something"
Holly Caro
The experience was so beautiful and the food was AMAZING! But being surrounded by amazing photographers and hearing your stories was just invaluable. It's given me a boost in confidence and I feel armed with lots of great information and tips to move forwards.
"It's given me a boost in confidence"
Megan Foster
I was nervous to travel up by myself and leave my children. It's also scary when you don't know anyone else going especially for someone like me who keeps to themselves. But I absolutely loved it!! I was so excited just to get back home and start working on my business using all the ideas that the girls had provided. I felt like part of a team and did not feel quite alone anymore.
"I felt like part of a team"
Emma Stones
Gather to Grow has been the investment I knew I needed to elevate me and my brand. A nurturing, yet “no bullshit” approach to running a business – whether you are years into your business, or at the beginning of your journey. Real golden nuggets, that I was able to take away and implement.
"The investment I knew I needed"
Nic T
I’ve been plodding along quite comfortably in my photography business for the last 13 years. Then, Gather To Grow came along… wonderful, powerful, boss women ready to share their knowledge, advice and help catapult photographers to the next level, oh where have you been the last 13 years girls?
"Where have you been the last 13 years? "
Stephanie Jubb
I’m just completely grateful that I attended Gather to Grow. I learnt more than I expected and came away full of adrenaline and resolve. The travel and cost to attend, plus time away from family and organising cover for me while away was absolutely worthwhile.
"I learnt more than I expected"
Kay Dawn
I loved the community, the openness of the speakers, the styling, and the quantity of knowledge shared. It inspired me to up my game.
"It inspired me to up my game"
Natalie Coultas
“Having set up my photography business 8 years ago I wasn't sure if there was any 'new' information I would take away, so was worried the content might be aimed more at beginners in the industry. But It was amazing! I left feeling Inspired, empowered, motivated, and for the first time in a while - self belief!”
"For the first time in a while-self belief!"
Phoebe Gilder
I feel so Inspired! Motivated! Emotional! Gather to Grow has given me the confidence to start charging what I am worth and the knowledge on how to do so and in what ways the price increase can be justified.
"I feel so inspired!"
Tools to make more money
There is going to be so much knowledge dropped (sorry in advance for your head exploding) so let's cover some of the things you will learn at this event...
