Event Guide

Videography Day

Wednesday 26th MARCH 2025

WELCOME

Grab your seat and get comfy for a day jam-packed with inspiration, education and networking.

Elevate Conference is about learning and making connections, so there will be ample time for you to catch up with old friends and make new connections while immersing yourself in photography brilliance.
We can’t wait to see you there.

The Venue

UP Studios, Unit 10 44-48 Wharf Road, London, N1 7UX

The nearest Tube Stations are Angel and Old Street (≈12 min walk)

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About UP Studios

Stylish, open plan, photography, TV/video studios and event spaces in central London. Housed in a former printwork, UP Studios is bright, spacious, and full of character.

Schedule

9:15 Registration / Breakfast / Coffee

Doors open with a warm welcome for breakfast and coffee and registration

9:45 Take your seats // Welcome from your hosts:
Ash Davenport & Mick Shah

Ash and Mick will say hi and point to the fire exits (here, here and here).

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9:55 Pic-Time (Aga Maru)

Why are Pic-Time at a video event I hear you ask…….

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10:00 Monika Frias

Monika will walk us through her journey as a wedding filmmaker, revealing what drives her creativity and how she built her renowned brand, Monika Frias Films. From capturing authentic emotions to mastering the art of editing, Monika will share her secrets to blending artistry and business acumen in the competitive world of wedding videography.

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11:30 – 12:00 Break / Networking / Coffee (30 mins)

Get yourself a coffee and catch up with friends.

12:00 Ana Marina Sanz

Ana Maria will explore her creative evolution and the inspirations that define her unique style at AMS Love in Video. Through stories of her journey, insights into her shooting and editing process, and reflections on building a successful business, Ana Maria will inspire you to elevate your craft and embrace your own artistic voice.

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13:00 Melissa Love

Want a website that attracts your ideal client and makes them compelled to get in touch – this is the session for you.

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13:30 : 14:30 Lunch

We will provide lunch so there is more time to network, have a chat with our partners and speakers.

14:20 Zé & Luísa – OS Pixel

Ze and Luísa will take you on a journey through their experiences as wedding filmmakers, sharing what inspires them and how they have carved out a niche for Ospixel in the wedding video world. They will dive into their approach to shooting and editing, and offer a behind-the-scenes look at building a creative business that thrives in a competitive industry.

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15:50 – 16: 20 Break / Network / Snacks (30 mins)

Take 30 minutes to refresh before our final session.

16:00 – Toby Sleigh-Johnson

Toby will take us behind the lens to share the creative journey that shaped Handcraft Pictures into a leading name in wedding videography. He’ll discuss the inspirations that fuel his passion, his approach to shooting and editing, and the strategies that have helped him craft a thriving business in the wedding video industry. Expect valuable insights and actionable tips from a true artist.

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17:00 – Update on the future of Elevate

A closing message from your hosts and an update on the future of Elevate.

PARTY!

17:15 Bar Opens

Time to digest all the learning, have a drink and relax

Our Partners

Elevate would not be possible without the support of these companies. We are truly very grateful for their support over the past few years. Please visit each of them and say hi.