2026 FEBRUARY EVENT
2026 FEBRUARY MONTHLY EVENT
Seniors, Sportraits and Media Day
with Alison Carlino
4:00 - 8:00 pm CST
Check-in begins at 3:30 pm
Woodbury Central Park
8595 Central Park Place | Woodbury, MN 55125
Woodlands A & B Event Space
Free for TCPPA Members | $99 for Guests
Give your high school senior clients an unforgettable multimedia portrait experience.
This presentation with Alison Carlino guides you through the marketing, posing, lighting, and hands-on skill building that today’s high school seniors expect. Alison demonstrates her full workflow, from styled portraits to elite sportraits, and shows you how to elevate your senior offerings with confidence.
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JANUARY MONTHLY EVENT
The Art of Selling
with Allison Tyler Jones
Alison Carlino is sponsored by
Miller's Professional Imaging is a Gold Sponsor in the TCPPA Vendor Partner Network
The Class of 2026 wants an experience for their portrait and sportrait sessions. Your lighting, posing, products, and confidence need to produce a multimedia experience for these young adults.
Alison will show you:
Marketing that reaches today’s seniors
Posing and lighting techniques, including modifiers used
How her studio uses AI in the editing process
The products that are selling well
Sportraits collections and on-site posing
Techniques for coaching athletes
Lighting setups and behind-the-scenes filming for video reel
Full approach in capturing both style and sport for a high school-aged student
Don't miss this event with Alison Carlino!
KEY TAKE-AWAYS FROM THIS EVENT:
Learn the collections, social marketing, and products that attract high school seniors.
Learn the lighting and modern poses students want.
Observe Alison working with a high school-aged student who will be photographed in styled clothing and then in uniform for sports.
Students will be invited to step forward and pose or coach the athlete during the session.
Please Note: all attendees must register to attend! Please indicate if you are a member or guest to start registration below.
Cost:
Free for TCPPA Members
$99 for Guests
Who this Workshop is for:
Whether you’re just starting out or looking to refine your skills, this workshop is designed for photographers at various stages of their journey:
Novice Photographers
If you’re new to newborn photography and feeling overwhelmed by posing and lighting, this workshop will provide you with foundational skills and confidence. Learn how to set up your studio, pose newborns effectively, and achieve beautiful results with practical, step-by-step guidance that will keep your clients coming back for more.
Family Photographers
For those who specialize in family sessions and want to add newborn photography to your offerings, this workshop is perfect for your business. Gain insights into newborn posing workflows, learn how to handle and comfort babies, and understand how to integrate newborn photography into your existing business with ease.
Experienced Photographers
Even if you’re already skilled in photography, mastering the nuances of newborn posing and studio lighting can elevate your work. This workshop will refine your techniques, introduce new methods for handling and directing newborns, and offer advanced tips to enhance your portfolio and client satisfaction.
No matter where you stand in your photography career, this workshop offers valuable knowledge and hands-on experience to help you excel in capturing beautiful newborn portraits.
Whether you specialize in newborns or not, the skills you'll acquire at this event will enhance your photography across the board.
"I've been a member for over 3 years now and I love the diversity of the events! Even if it's not something I typically photograph, I always learn something that will apply to my business!"
- Jeannine P.
TCPPA Member Login
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Guest Registration
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EVENT DETAILS:
Seniors, Sportraits and Media Day
Monday, February 9, 2026
Time:
3:30pm – 8:00 pm
event begins promptly at 4 pm
Location:
Woodbury Central Park
8595 Central Park Place | Woodbury, MN 55125
Woodlands A & B Event Space
Cost:
Free for TCPPA Members
$99 for Non-Members
General Schedule of Events (subject to change):
3:30 - Check-in and Socialize
4:00 - Welcome and Announcements
4:15 - Speaker Presentation
5:15 - Break and Socialize
5:45 - Speaker Presentation
7:00 - "Open Gym" Breakout Discussions, Hands-on, and/or Demo
8:00 - Event Concludes and After Party at nearby establishment
What to Bring:
Notebook & Pen
MEET OUR FEATURED SPEAKER
Alison Carlino
Alison Carlino photographs and educates around the world. As a former master degreed elementary teacher, she relates to students both technically and personally.
Now in her 22nd year of business, Alison hosts single and multi-day workshops on off camera lighting, modern posing, team sports, high school seniors, and night sky photography. She is a member of and teaches/judges for WPPI, PPA/Imaging, SWPP London, PPGH, Texas School of Professional Photography, TxPPA, and SYNC Sports.
Her Alison Faith Fine Art brand showcases her landscape and night sky photography.
Alison is sponsored by Miller’s Professional Imaging and serves as an ambassador for MagMod, Evoto, Elinchrom, and Atmosphere Aerosol.
*Images courtesy of Alison Carlino.
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Did you know TCPPA is also hosting a workshop with Alison Carlino on Tuesday, February 10, 2026? Click the Workshop icon for more details!
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Click the link below to secure your spot in this transformative workshop and start capturing those perfect newborn moments!
Event Location
Woodbury Central Park
8595 Central Park Place | Woodbury, MN 55125
Woodlands A & B Event Space
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