Mark Your Calendar – PDX Squared Winners & LUMINATE 2025

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Saturday, September 13

Creative Lighting Hands-On
Workshop, with Kate Hailey

10:00AM-2:00PM
Pro Photo Supply Event Space,
1807 NW 18th Ave, Portland, OR 97209
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Register here: https://www.oregonppa.org/event-6217500

Step beyond traditional portraits and into the world of expressive, story-driven imagery.

This immersive 4-hour event is designed for photographers who want to experiment with creative lighting, artistic concepts, and unique visual storytelling.

Through a live demonstration and guided photo stations featuring models, curated lighting setups, and imaginative tools, you’ll explore techniques that elevate your portraits into art. Whether you’re building your portfolio or looking to break creative blocks, this hands-on experience will challenge and inspire your vision.

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Sunday, September 14 & Monday, September 15

Photoshop Basics to Brilliance:

The Ultimate Hands-On Bootcamp,
with Unmesh Dinda of Piximperfect on Youtube

9:00AM-4:00PM | Both Days
Embassy Suites Downtown,
319 SW Pine St, Portland, OR 97204
FREE SECURED VALET PARKING
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Register here: https://www.oregonppa.org/event-6122501

Master Photoshop once and for all with this immersive, hands-on 2-day workshop designed to take you from beginner to confident Photoshop master.

Day 1 focuses on building rock-solid foundations: understanding the interface, mastering essential tools, layers, selections, masks, and more, all through real-time, guided projects.

On Day 2, we move into intermediate and advanced techniques in retouching, color grading, compositing, and even AI tools, helping you elevate your work to a professional level. Whether you’re brand new to Photoshop or have dabbled before, this workshop will finally make every dot connect.

You won’t just watch… you’ll do, create, and walk away with skills, confidence, and edits you’re proud of!

Email president@oregonppa.org with any questions!