Mark Sunday, July 26 in your diary. PhotoLive Expo 2026 is landing at the Novotel on Adelaide Terrace from 9am to 5pm, and it\u2019s shaping up to be the biggest edition yet of Western Australia\u2019s largest photography and videography event. Presented by Camera Electronic, the expo has grown into a full day of hands-on learning, big-name speakers and genuine community. Here are five reasons it deserves a spot on your calendar.<\/p>\n
1. Get hands-on with gear before you buy<\/p>\n
The exhibition floor is the heart of PhotoLive Expo, packed with the latest cameras, lenses, lighting and printing technology from the world\u2019s leading imaging brands. Rather than reading spec sheets online, you can pick up the gear, test it out and talk directly to brand representatives running live demonstrations and product activations. It\u2019s a rare chance to compare systems side by side and walk away confident in your next purchase.<\/p>\n
2. Learn from photographers at the top of their game<\/p>\n
The speaker program is stacked this year, with eight 40-minute sessions covering everything from weddings and documentary storytelling to landscapes and astrophotography. Expect names like luxury wedding photographer Norman Yap, Melbourne documentary photographer Sarah Pannell, landscape specialist Tony Hewitt and Perth astrophotographer Roger Groom, all sharing the techniques and stories behind their best work. Pet photography legend Alex Cearns is back as MC, keeping the speaker room running and the energy high all day.<\/p>\n
3. Explore the city on a guided photowalk<\/p>\n
Some of the best lessons happen outside the venue. Guided photowalks led by professional photographers and brand ambassadors take small groups out around the city to practise composition and technique in real conditions, turning theory into practice with an expert on hand to answer questions as you go.<\/p>\n
4. Skill-building interactive workshops<\/p>\n
Each session is designed to get you shooting alongside a working professional rather than simply watching one. Whether you\u2019re keen to master studio lighting, get to grips with Lightroom editing, or dive into a specific genre like food, maternity or newborn photography, the small group size means you\u2019ll get genuine one-on-one feedback and plenty of time behind the camera.<\/p>\n
5. Score exclusive deals while supporting a great cause<\/p>\n
PhotoLive Expo is also the place to find event-only discounts and offers from Camera Electronic and exhibiting brands that you won\u2019t see anywhere else. Even better, 10 per cent of every ticket sold is donated to Telethon, supporting sick, vulnerable and disadvantaged children across Western Australia. That means a day spent improving your photo skills also does some genuine good.<\/p>\n