Festival of Photography

Travel the world through creative photography & learn how to get the shots

Our first TPOTY Festival has now ended but we plan to return next year with another lively and interesting programme of events at the Royal Geographical Society (with IBG) in London. Attending photographers have been entertained and informed by some of the world's leading photographers and travellers at our events in 2011. The festival is highly interactive, giving you a chance to meet and learn from the speakers in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere.

The dates of the 2012 festival will be announced shortly. If you'd like us to keep you up to date then please click here to register for the TPOTY e-newsletter and send us your contact details. You'll also find the latest news about TPOTY, its entrants and sponsors on our blog.

What you said about the Festival....

"I liked the choice of the lectures and topics, and the fact that people delivering them came from different backgrounds. It was all very inspiring!"

"Fantastic talks, very friendly and approachable speakers and organisers."

"The talks were all excellent, inspiring and visually stunning. Great line-up."

"Loved the variety of topics and speakers, and the pace of the day."

"What did I like? Everything!"

How to book a place

Simply choose the day you want to come to the Festival and click on the drop down booking menu which will appear next to each day when we announce the dates of the 2012 Festival. RGS member and student discounts are also available using the same drop down booking menus.

Are you eligible for a discounted ticket?

If you've entered the TPOTY awards (either this year or in the past), participated in a Photo Iconic photography course or have a TPOTY sponsors' code then you are eligible for discounted ticket prices. Please use the booking box at the bottom of this page instead and select your preferred option from the drop down menu. If you are eligible but don't have a discount code then please contact Karen by email or telephone to obtain your code prior to booking.

Portfolio reviews

You can also treat yourself to a 15 minute one-to-one portfolio review for just £15 – a fantastic chance to get your work reviewed by the experts! To book a portfolio review please email the TPOTY office.

If you want to find out more about the festival, the speakers and the proghramme of talks and workshops, take a look at the information about the last festival below:

Exploring Photography & Travel Day

Here's what you missed!

Nick Meers gives a fascinating talk of panoramic photography

Sunday 25th September 09.30 - 16.30

Travelling Wild - Award winning photographer, Steve Bloom, talks about his work as a travel & wildlife photographer
River Deep, Mountain High - Michelle Jana Chan talks about filming some of her more intrepid adventures
Addicted to Light - Lighting expert Jeremy Hoare shows you how to use light to get the most from your images.
You Should Have Been Here Yesterday! - Advertising & travel photographer, Philip Lee Harvey, explores the the world of travel photography in both stills & HD video
Stretch - Panoramic photographer, Nick Meers, takes you on a tour of the fascinating world of panoramic photography which will change the way you think about time & light
The Antarctic Experience - Julian Paren talks about photography in this amazing continent
Hiram Bingham & the Camera: The Rediscovery of Machu Picchu - Charles Chadwyck-Healey celebrates the centenary of that epic expedition
Women in Travel - panel discussion on the achievements of contemporary women travellers
Sustainable Travel: Why It Matters - Amanda Marks on travel, people & environment
Digital image manipulation workshops - Richard West shows you how to get to grips with image retouching, creating B&W images & printing your own images

Wild Day

A day about adventure & photographing our planet; its landscapes, wildlife, nature & adventure photography with tips and discussions on how to photograph them

Craig Churchill ©. Winning image from TPOTY 2008

Sunday 2nd October 09.30 - 16.30

Adventure & Extreme Photography - expedition photographer, Martin Hartley talks about the challenges of photography in the harshest places
Being There; Right Place, Right Time - David Noton talks about the craft of photography & how he gets his travel & stock shots
Wild & Natural - Craig Churchill on photographing wildlife & nature
On The Edge Of Danger - BBC Human Planet photographer, Timothy Allen, talks about his hardest shots & riskiest moments
The World of Pinhole Photography - film maker, Nick Livesey explores one of the earliest & most intriguing ways to capture an image
From Above - Britain From Above photographer, Jason Hawkes talks about shooting aerial images
Shooting for Stock & Publication - Stock photography expert, Colin Finlay, & Conde Nast Director of Photography, Caroline Metcalfe, join TPOTY founder, Chris Coe, for a panel discussion
Wild Photography - panel discussion on photographing everything from wildlife to the most extreme adventures
Chasing The Light - David Noton explores the essentials of location photography, location finding, previsualisation, understanding natural light, composition & colour
Digital image manipulation workshops - Richard West shows you how to get to grips with image retouching, creating B&W images & printing your own images

People & Cultures Day

A day about photographing human beings, their cultures & their interactions with the world around them

Sunday 16th October 09.30 - 16.30

People On Pages- multi-award winning photographer and former Guardian picture editor, Eamonn McCabe talks about his work photographing people
A Cultural Journey Through Africa - Award winning photographer, Steve Bloom, talks about his travels & photography in Africa
Focus on the Human Planet - Series producer, Dale Templar, talks about the BBC's Human Planet & how the project came to fruition
Photography Question Time - Chris Coe chairs a panel of photographers answering your questions on anything photographic. Panel includes Mary Robert, Nick Meers & Steve Bloom
A Funny Thing Happened On The Way To The Bazaar - Mary Robert tells how a trip to Turkey & a chance encounter turned into a fascinating photographic project
Winning Images - Ever wondered how the winning images are chosen when you enter a photography competition? Colin Finlay, organiser of Wildlife Photographer of the Year, & TPOTY judge, Nick Meers, discuss the way awards are judged and what catches the judges' eye.

Light Fantastic - TPOTY founder, Chris Coe, looks at light, composition & what gives an image impact
John Thomson: Photographic Pioneer - James Ryan explores the photography of one of its early exponents from the days of the lantern slide
Digital image manipulation workshops - Richard West shows you how to get to grips with image retouching, creating B&W images & printing your own images

If you have any questions about the Festival please call the TPOTY office - tel: +44 (0)1728 669185

Or email: Festivall enquiries & bookings

Refund policy: Refunds on purchased ticket will only be made 7 days or prior to each festival day. No refunds will be made within 7 days of the date on the ticket.