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THE SOCIETY OF PHOTOGRAPHERS
2025 ROADSHOWS

Join us at The Society of Photographers Roadshow events taking place across the UK. Find out more information about Canon’s involvement at the events below.

Join Canon at The Societies’ Roadshow events as we travel across the UK, bringing you the very lastest technology to help inspire you – whatever journey you are on.

The Canon team will be on hand to answer any questions you may have and help show you around the latest products. Plus, we're working with Permajet and Camera Centre UK to bring you exclusive discounts on purchases made at the show.

EVENTS

15th April

Alona Hotel, North Lanarkshire

16th April

Castle Green Hotel, Kendal

17th April

Walsall FC, Walsall

13th May

Wetherby Racecourse, Wetherby

14th May

Colwick Hall, Nottingham

15th May

Bank House Hotel, Spa & Golf Club, Worcester

16th September

Webbington Hotel & Spa, Somerset

17th September

Green Park Conference Centre, Reading

18th September

Priestfield Stadium, Kent

CANON SPEAKER SESSIONS

New for this year’s roadshow – learn how to master your lighting set-up at our Canon Speaker Sessions. Our expert photographer will guide you through all you need to know to enhance your skills and knowledge.
Canon Camera

Mastering Light: Hard & Soft Lighting for Wedding & Portrait Photography

Lighting can make or break a portrait, especially in challenging environments. Join professional photographer Raj Khepar for an indepth presentation and live demonstration on mastering both hard and soft light to create dynamic, compelling portraits.

Discover how to use motivated lighting and speedlights, combined with the Canon mirrorless system, to elevate your work. Featuring a live model, this practical session will provide expert insights and is perfect for anyone looking to enhance their lighting skills and workflow.

Sessions:
• 15th May – Worcester
• 16th September – Somerset
• 17th September – Reading
• 18th September - Kent

Mastering Light & Storytelling in Wedding & Portrait Photography

Great photography isn’t just about technique—it’s about storytelling. In this inspiring talk, professional photographer Raj Khepar will share his insights on using light, location, and composition to create captivating wedding and portrait images.

Focusing on both hard and soft light, Raj will discuss how to adapt to outdoor locations, utilise motivated lighting, and maximize available light sources. Through real-world examples, behind-the-scenes insights, and practical takeaways, this session will help you elevate your visual storytelling and approach lighting with confidence.

Sessions:
• 13th May – Wetherby
• 14th May – Nottingham

Canon Camera

EOS R5 Mark II

Superb all-round performance from a hybrid camera that excels in every genre. From wildlife, reportage and portrait photography to filmmaking, interviewing and documentaries – the EOS R5 Mark II masters it all and lets you conquer your creative ambitions.

RF 35mm F1.4L VCM

For compelling stills and cinematic video, choose the RF 35mm F1.4L VCM to bring your worlds together. Thanks to its dedicated iris control for video and Nano USM and VCM focusing for rapid and silent AF, this wide-angle hybrid prime puts you in control of creative storytelling.

EOS R8

Step up to full-frame photography and video and realise your creative ambitions. With better bokeh, wider angles of view and incredible image quality, the EOS R8 has an ideal balance of detail, speed and low-light performance, whether you’re shooting photos or video.

EOS R6 Mark II

Stills or video, action or portrait – the EOS R6 Mark II’s blend of performance and image quality lets your creativity thrive.

RF 70-200mm F2.8L IS USM Z

Smooth, agile and practical, this versatile lens is ideal for hybrid shooting professionals looking for extra flexibility and reach. Along with a focal length range of 70-200mm, its constant f/2.8 aperture and dedicated iris ring makes it the best telephoto lens for your videos and stills cameras.

RF 35mm F1.4L VCM

For compelling stills and cinematic video, choose the RF 35mm F1.4L VCM to bring your worlds together. Thanks to its dedicated iris control for video and Nano USM and VCM focusing for rapid and silent AF, this wide-angle hybrid prime puts you in control of creative storytelling.

imagePROGRAF PRO-310

Take your printing to a brandnew level with a beautifully compact professional A3+ printer that has all the qualities of the imagePROGRAF PRO range, rewarding you with rich, vibrant and exquisite gallery quality prints every time.

imagePROGRAF PRO-1100

Deeper blacks, richer blues, and impeccable detail - elevate your artwork prints with the imagePROGRAF PRO-1100. This professional A2 printer is equipped with industry-leading light and abrasion resistance to deliver gallery quality and enduring results.

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