Upstart Careers in Photography and Film

Join us for a day of talks, workshops, portfolio reviews, and networking. Be inspired by incredible practitioners, build your community, and gain an insight into the multiple ways to develop your creative career. 

Talks
Explore how and where to show your work, and ways to carve your own creative path.  Through these talks we hope to expand your understanding of the practice through talks with: Maia Ardalla (BFI), Simon Wheatley, Liz Johnson Artur, Aisha Seriki and Zaineb Abelque.

Workshops
Experiment in analogue practices with Kimiā Collective. Learn new Adobe Photoshop skills with Kladi. Set yourself creative briefs with Adobe Creative Resident Michael Akuagwu. Immerse yourself in photojournalism with KC NWakalor. Learn how to embark on your freelance career with Creative Access. 

Screenings 

Watch celebrated new short film by artist Elizabeth Gabrielle Lee and have a chance to ask the artist about their process. 

Advice and Networking
Explore inspiring spaces at the V&A: the National Art Library and Photography Centre. Get the chance to have your portfolio reviewed by practitioners in the field and meet people from a variety of areas in the film and photography industry to inspire and guide you. And much more!

Free food served by En Root

Full programme downloadable on the right of this page

Additional Information:
All events are free

Some workshops are bookable on the day (from 10.30) 
Places for events will be designated on a first come first served basis. Arrive early to avoid disappointment.