Join us at Wex Photo Video Leeds on Friday 17th July, anytime between 10am and 4pm, for a full day of photography inspiration, hands-on demos, expert advice and exclusive in-store offers. Roadshow | Wex Photo Video

Our in-store roadshow brings together leading camera brands and accessory manufacturers, including Canon, Sony, Fujifilm, Nikon, DJI, Hasselblad, Insta360, Panasonic, Wacom, Kenro, ,Epson, Holdan, Videndum, and more, giving you the chance to explore the latest cameras, lenses, accessories and imaging technology all in one place.

Throughout the day, you’ll be able to meet brand experts, get personalised buying advice, ask technical questions and discover practical shooting tips to help you get more from your kit. There will also be live demonstrations on the shopfloor, showcasing the latest gear and giving you the chance to see key products in action.

Join Glyn Dewis on the shopfloor, throughout the day for No Studio, No Problem: Classic Portraits with Minimal Kit, a practical session showing how to create timeless, professional-looking portraits without a studio, expensive lighting or a van full of gear.

Glyn will demonstrate how he builds his signature classic portraits using minimal kit in a limited space, from choosing the right equipment and setting up the light, through to working with a subject in front of the camera.

Alongside the hands-on experience, we’ll also be hosting a programme of guest speaker seminars and brand talks from professional photographers, filmmakers and industry specialists. These sessions are designed to inspire, educate and help you take your photography or filmmaking further.

Whether you’re looking to upgrade your kit, try something new, learn from the experts or simply enjoy a day surrounded by photography, this is the perfect opportunity to visit your local Wex store.

Exclusive offers will be available on the day for attending customers. Not to be missed!

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Talk schedules:

• 10:00 - 11:00 Ben Kapur | Sponsored by Wex & SONY

From Stills to motion: The gear, stories and skills behind my freelance work.

Join UK-based photographer, videographer and content creator Ben Kapur for an inspiring seminar exploring the transition from stills photography into motion, and how he approaches his work as a freelance creative.

Ben will share the gear, techniques and thought process behind his photography and video projects, offering practical insight into how he builds visual stories for brands, businesses and creative clients. Drawing on his experience across photography, videography, workshops, brand storytelling and content creation, this session will give attendees a real-world look at what it takes to work across both stills and motion.

Perfect for photographers looking to explore video, content creators wanting to strengthen their storytelling, or anyone interested in building a more versatile creative skill set.

• 11:00 - 12:00 Stephanie Thornton | Sponsored by Wex

From Chaos to Control: Studio Dog Photography That Actually Works.

Join photographer Stephanie Thornton for a practical deep dive into studio dog photography, exploring how to create strong, consistent images when working with unpredictable subjects.

Stephanie will share advice on how to control the session, manage movement and behaviour, build reliable lighting setups and create repeatable results in a studio environment. The talk will also look at how to approach dog photography with confidence, patience and structure, helping photographers produce images that feel polished, professional and sellable.

Perfect for photographers interested in pet photography, studio lighting, animal portraiture or building a more commercial approach to their work, this session offers practical techniques you can put into use straight away.

• 12:00 - 13:00 Joe Cornish | Sponsored by Wex

Landscape photography, Practice, principles, philosophy.

Join renowned landscape photographer Joe Cornish for an inspiring talk exploring the practicalities, practice and principles of landscape photography.

Drawing on almost fifty years as a working photographer, Joe will share a wide range of examples from his career, offering insight into how he approaches the landscape, builds images and develops a deeper connection with the natural world.

Underlying the talk is a philosophical approach shaped by observing the practice of artists in other fields, alongside Joe’s lifelong love and fascination for nature, light and place.

Perfect for photographers interested in landscape photography, visual storytelling, composition and developing a more thoughtful creative practice, this session offers a rare opportunity to learn from one of the UK’s most respected landscape photographers.

• 14:00 - 15:00 Canon Guru talks | Sponsored by Canon

Getting the most out of your Canon Mirrorless Cameras.

Unlock the full potential of a Canon Mirrorless Cameras with guidance from a Canon specialist! Learn essential menu settings, time-saving shortcuts, and expert tips that can transform the way you shoot. Whether you already own a Canon camera or are thinking about making the switch to mirrorless, this talk is packed with valuable insights for photographers of all levels.

• 15:00 - 16:00 Amy Bateman | Sponsored by Wex

Shooting the Dame.

Join award-winning photographer, author and RPS Fellow Amy Bateman for an inspiring talk on storytelling in portrait photography, including behind-the-scenes insights from photographing Dame Judi Dench.

Amy will explore how to create portraits that go beyond a simple likeness, looking at how environment, connection, light and timing can all help reveal character and narrative within an image.

Drawing on her own portrait work and the experience of photographing one of Britain’s most celebrated actors, this session offers a rare look at the creative choices, challenges and quiet moments that shape a memorable portrait.

Perfect for photographers interested in portraiture, environmental storytelling, documentary-style image-making and working with people, this talk offers practical inspiration for creating images with depth, honesty and emotional impact.