Warm-Up Workshops
Jump-start your Conference experience. This year, we're supercharging the PMRE Conference with three additional days of learning. These days will be filled with hands-on technical workshops instructed by some of the industry's best, as well as three full days of presentations from some of the most talented real estate media creators in the world. Check them out below, and be sure to register before spots run out!
Note: When registering for the main conference you will be able to select which workshop(s) you want to attend
Implementing Drones for Real Estate: Wow Your Clients and Attract New Business
Drone Launch Academy
$799
One-Day Workshop
With David Young & Dominic Wilkerson
"Manufacturing Light - The Flashy Flashy Brushy Brushy Technique"
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Devon Pastorius is the Creative Director and Principal Photographer of his marketing agency Narwhal Creative.
Over the last decade, he has constantly pushed the creative boundaries of real estate media production, focusing on leveraging listings as an opportunity to expand the visibility of real estate professionals. From rap music videos and cinematic one takes, to over the top sketches on massive estates and magazine worthy imagery, eye-catching creativity is at the forefront of all his real estate productions. Devon’s client list includes hundreds of real estate agents, as well as interior designers, architects, casinos, hotels, and international brands.
"Manufacturing Light - The Flashy Flashy Brushy Brushy Technique"
Learn to master and manufacture light in any situation with a single strobe light. For the very first time, Devon will be pulling back the curtain on his "flashyflashybrushybrushy" technique, and giving workshop attendees the opportunity to learn about the single flash + compositing workflow he uses to create stunning magazine quality images for real estate, architecture, design, and beyond.
This workshop will span over two days, and cover composition, strobe use, lighting theory, tilt-shift lens use, advanced editing techniques, and much more. Attendees will have the opportunity to learn hands-on with direct instruction from Devon for both shooting and editing - all the while creating incredible images for their own portfolio.
This workshop will cover a wide range of topics, aimed specifically at intermediate and advanced photographers, who are looking for ways to improve their final image quality or arm themselves with additional techniques and tools to take on any home with any lighting conditions.
Day 1 Highlights
- Private group instruction at a beautiful home in Las Vegas
- How to think about light within a home
- How to recreate and improve the natural light with a strobe
- Understanding your strobe, and how to control and blend ambient + artificial light
- Shaping the light from your strobe without modifiers
- Shooting to edit
- Composition techniques and thought process
- Mastering your tilt-shift lens
- Breaking out of the UFWA habit
- Letting natural light guide your compositions
- Open shooting time to capture portfolio images with your newly learned skills.
Day 2 Highlights
- Private group instruction on advanced editing and compositing techniques
- Lightroom to Photoshop workflow
- Advanced Masking and Selection techniques
- Hand blending ambient and flash layers
- Improving contrast and separation
- Advanced compositing
- Dodging and burning
- Image finishing and final color
- Opportunity for one on one critique and correction of your editing
- Follow along images provided and edit your own images from the previous day.
Ema holds a Master’s Degree in Art and Applied Photography from the National Academy of Theatre and Film Arts in Sofia, Bulgaria. She started her career as a TV anchor on Bulgarian National TV and then as an intern at Magnum Photo Agency in Paris. She then led one of the largest photography teams in North America at VRX Studios Inc. She was also the lead photographer for ad campaigns at Hilton, Hyatt and Fairmont and was responsible for creating photography standards for some of the world’s top hotel brands.
Capturing Luxury: A Focused Approach to Shooting Luxury Real Estate
Wayne Capili is the primary digital content provider of Interface Visual, a commercial studio based in Monterey California. Wayne's stunning work is sought after by a wide variety of clients including architects, builders, and advertising agencies. For the last decade, Interface Visual has helped change the look and feel of Real Estate Photography. By using techniques of architectural photography and blending them with digital technology, Wayne is a leading expert in applying a modern approach to traditional methods, delivering real estate images that are both dynamic and timeless.
Fraser Almeida is a Las Vegas based photographer specializing in luxury real estate, interiors and architecture. Whether projects are local or nationwide, Fraser is sought out for his creative ability, attention to detail, and professionalism. He is recognized as the premier choice in this evolving industry. Through years of delivering world-class results for his clients, his unique style and vision continues to develop. For Fraser, translating 3 dimensional spaces into a 2 dimensional medium requires understanding that the best images are not just about capturing a space; it's also about reflecting mood, inhabiting a lifestyle, and evoking emotion.
As the founder of Luxury Homes Photography, Fraser leads a team of elite professionals through mentorship, guidance, and ongoing education. Versatility is one of Fraser's greatest strengths, he pushes his team and students to learn new approaches and constantly evolve to stay ahead of the current trends in the industry. Fraser’s ability to adapt and push boundaries is what separates and defines him as a creative visionary.
Tony Colangelo is a successful photographer who shoots for the most notable architects, interior designers and builders in his marketplace. His images have been an integral part of many award winning projects in industry-wide competitions for construction and renovation excellence.
His work has been featured in numerous magazines and feature articles, including his recent feature in Architectural Photography Almanac. Tony is a long-time contributor to the real estate photography community. In 2019, he released his popular video tutorial "The Art & Science of Great Composition." Tony is a highly sought after coach, combining a thirty-year history of coaching/consulting practice, with many years of experience as a senior business executive.
Tony has supported countless photographers, with many of them going on to win PFRE’s Monthly Contests. In fact, three of his clients went on to win PFRE Photographer of the Year, Including Brandon Cooper, Mike Lefebvre, and Garey Gomez.
Capturing Luxury: A Focused Approach to Shooting Luxury Real Estate
Capturing Luxury: A Focused Approach to Shooting Luxury Real Estate
Join renowned photographers and educators, Wayne Capili, Tony Colangelo and Fraser Almeida, for an immersive one-day workshop, with a half-day follow-up learning session, designed to help you excel at photographing luxury real estate at the highest level.
You’ll have the opportunity to witness Wayne,Tony and Fraser sharing and demonstrating their unique perspectives and shooting techniques. Having different approaches in your toolkit will help you elevate your photography and gain confidence in capturing spaces through their expert guidance.
You’ll also have the opportunity to apply your newly acquired knowledge and skills by shooting in a magnificent luxury home with your own gear, allowing you to capture portfolio-worthy images that can expand your website galleries, which will contribute to landing future luxury real estate photoshoots.
Here is a brief overview of some of the topics covered in the workshop:
- Differentiating between core real estate and luxury real estate photography
- Exclusive video Q&A session with luxury real estate agents to learn exactly what they’re looking for in a photographer
- In-depth exploration of composition techniques
- Understanding fundamental lighting considerations for a luxury property
- Several hours of hands-on shoot-time at a luxury property, guided by Wayne, Tony and Fraser
- Preparing for and executing captivating twilight shots, including aerial photography
- Seeing different approaches to editing that can quickly improve your own editing workflow.
- Understanding and refining your brand messaging
- Examining specific tactical and practical approaches to successfully market your photography to luxury real estate agents
- Reviewing different approaches to establishing your fees for luxury real estate photography
This workshop equips you with the knowledge and confidence needed to excel in luxury real estate photography. It’s also important to note that the techniques and skills shared in this workshop are equally valuable for photographers interested in working with interior design and architecture clients.
Register now to take your photography to the next level.
Ema holds a Master’s Degree in Art and Applied Photography from the National Academy of Theatre and Film Arts in Sofia, Bulgaria. She started her career as a TV anchor on Bulgarian National TV and then as an intern at Magnum Photo Agency in Paris. She then led one of the largest photography teams in North America at VRX Studios Inc. She was also the lead photographer for ad campaigns at Hilton, Hyatt and Fairmont and was responsible for creating photography standards for some of the world’s top hotel brands.
Scroll-Stopping Content: How to Make Your Brand Standout on Social Media
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Founder of Northern Spruce Media Inc., Alex Coombs has built a thriving business over the past 8 years, transforming from a solopreneur to the leader of a team of 20+ employees. Her innovative "Full Plate" Theory has been the cornerstone of her success, blending 50% business strategy with 50% creativity. This approach has not only allowed Alex to take bold risks but has empowered her team to develop their own departments and drive growth. Whether you're navigating solo or scaling up to build an empire, applying the "Full Plate" Theory can unlock the growth and success you're striving for.
Maya Chandler is a Content Specialist and videographer who edits against the grain and brings bold, scroll-stopping stories to life. With a fun, youthful energy and a love for trying new things, she helps clients feel confident, comfortable, and completely themselves on camera. Maya’s not here to follow trends—she’s here to reimagine them.
Evin is a social media manager and creative passionate about building brands through compelling content. With a keen eye for visual storytelling and design, he specializes in helping small businesses grow by enhancing their online presence and building strong, authentic brands.
Evin is a social media manager and creative who brings brands to life through compelling content and bold storytelling. With a background in Photography and Design, he blends artistic vision with digital strategy to craft visual and meaningful experiences. Passionate about helping small businesses grow, Evin specializes in building authentic brands and boosting social media presence—one post, reel, and campaign at a time.
Scroll-Stopping Content: How to Make Your Brand Standout on Social Media
Get ready to transform your brand into a social media standout! Join Alex (Founder), Evin (Social Media Specialist), and Maya (Content Specialist)—the creative minds behind Northern Spruce Media and Northern Spruce Creative. In today's crowded digital landscape, it’s essential to create content that captures attention and drives engagement to build your brand's presence. This workshop will teach you how to craft compelling, high-quality content that elevates your brand through social media.
What You’ll Learn:
🎥 On-Camera Content
- The power of showing your face on camera—people connect with people, not generic content.
- How to build authenticity and avoid blending in.
- Directing confidence—helping clients or yourself present as their best selves.
- Scripting tips for clear, concise, and engaging messaging (the 5-second rule).
- Movement and angles that boost energy and engagement.
- Techniques to make your message resonate—relate, educate, entertain, or inspire.
✂️ Editing Techniques
- Quick cuts to maintain audience attention.
- Keeping an asset library to speed up editing and enhance creativity.
- Online tools and resources to elevate your edits.
- Using captions and keywords to increase engagement.
- Sound design for a polished and professional feel.
📸 Filming Techniques
- Experimenting with angles, POV shots, and dynamic movements.
- Shooting in 4K for greater editing flexibility.
- Playing with lenses, aperture, and framing for a unique look.
📲 Social Media Strategy
- Understanding why social media is essential for marketing your brand.
- Maximizing platform features.
- The importance of consistency and content planning (content calendar).
- Crafting a strong, recognizable brand identity.
- How to simplify your message, stand out, and avoid blending in.
- Finding inspiration while maintaining uniqueness in your industry.
Q&A + Exclusive Takeaways for Attendees:
- Downloadable Asset Pack (top templates, video overlays, and LUTs).
- Content Creation Tools (content calendar, Canva templates, Instagram resources).
Ema holds a Master’s Degree in Art and Applied Photography from the National Academy of Theatre and Film Arts in Sofia, Bulgaria. She started her career as a TV anchor on Bulgarian National TV and then as an intern at Magnum Photo Agency in Paris. She then led one of the largest photography teams in North America at VRX Studios Inc. She was also the lead photographer for ad campaigns at Hilton, Hyatt and Fairmont and was responsible for creating photography standards for some of the world’s top hotel brands.
From Conference to Implementation (Complimentary for PMRE Attendees)
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Darryl has spent the past 27 years immersed in real estate media—first behind the camera as a photographer, and now as a business coach helping creatives grow and scale. A returning PMRE speaker, he brings real-world insight into what works, what doesn’t, and how to turn inspiration into results.
You will have spent three days soaking up powerful ideas, strategies and inspiration at PMRE. But the real challenge isn’t learning—it’s turning that knowledge into action once you’re back home. This closing session is designed to help you bridge that gap. Together, we’ll: Identify the top 3–5 takeaways that matter most to your business. Turn them into concrete, actionable steps. Tackle your biggest business questions in an open-floor Q&A, covering pricing, marketing, team building, systems and more. You’ll walk out not only with clarity on what to do next, but also with answers to the questions that matter most right now. Don’t leave with just notes—leave with a plan, confidence, and momentum.
From Conference to Implementation (Complimentary for PMRE Attendees)
Ema holds a Master’s Degree in Art and Applied Photography from the National Academy of Theatre and Film Arts in Sofia, Bulgaria. She started her career as a TV anchor on Bulgarian National TV and then as an intern at Magnum Photo Agency in Paris. She then led one of the largest photography teams in North America at VRX Studios Inc. She was also the lead photographer for ad campaigns at Hilton, Hyatt and Fairmont and was responsible for creating photography standards for some of the world’s top hotel brands.
Past Workshop Gallery
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