LEEDS - BATH - MANCHESTER - LONDON - SHEFFIELD - FALMOUTH - NOTTINGHAM - EDINBURGH - FARNHAM - BLACKPOOL - YORK - STAFFORDSHIRE - CHESTER - GLASGOW - LEEDS - BATH - MANCHESTER - LONDON - SHEFFIELD - FALMOUTH - NOTTINGHAM - EDINBURGH - FARNHAM - YORK - STAFFORDSHIRE - CHESTER - GLASGOW - BOURNEMOUTH - NEWCASTLE - BRISTOL - BIRMINGHAM -

Education and Young People.

University Roadshows

Our University Roadshows connect students with photographers, photography organisations and the wider photography industry through talks, portfolio reviews, screenings and careers advice.

Youth Vision

Youth Vision is our new programme for young people aged 18–25, designed to open up opportunities in photography for those who may have limited access to the creative industries.

Launching in 2027, the programme will work with young people across the UK through workshops, mentoring, exhibitions and opportunities to develop and showcase their work.

Enquire

Photography shouldn't be confined to galleries.

Photo North is committed to creating opportunities for the next generation of photographers and helping young people discover, experience and engage with photography.

We bring Photo North to universities, colleges, community venues and public spaces across the UK, delivering talks, exhibitions, workshops, portfolio reviews and creative opportunities — in person or online.

ACROSS THE UK

University

Roadshows.

The Photo North Roadshow tours universities across the UK to inspire, connect, and empower the next generation of talent.

Join award-winning photojournalist and Photo North director Peter Dench, Photo North Curator Sharon Price and guests, for invaluable industry insights, career-launching competitions, and vital tips for showcasing your work.

These engaging sessions provide students an insider's view into the world of photography, from curating exhibitions to breaking into creative industries.

Don’t miss this opportunity to connect, enhance your portfolio, and gain the skills to thrive in the creative world. To book one of our roadshows contact us.

NORTHERN SCHOOL OF ART REVIEW

“Photo North plays a vital role in nurturing the next generation of photographers and supporting photographic educators. Their close collaboration with university photography courses enriches student learning, offering real-world insights and helping students to cross the bridge between university education and the photographic industry. Through their Roadshows, portfolio reviews, exhibitions, mentoring and networking opportunities, they give students a platform to develop confidence and gain visibility in a highly competitive industry. Sharon and Peter’s commitment to photography as an industry and art form, and the individuals who work within it, makes Photo North an invaluable partner for academic institutions and an inspiring catalyst for emerging photographers. Supporting Photo North means investing directly in the future of the visual arts.”

—Joe Miles SFHEA FRSA, Course Director BA (Hons) Photography, Birmingham City University

Table displaying various books and pamphlets, some stacked and some laid flat, with a window in the background.

Group of women at an indoor event, laughing and smiling, some with their hands raised, in a lively and joyful atmosphere.

Group of five people engaging in conversation at an art exhibition or gallery, with photographs and artwork displayed on the wall behind them.

A group of people at an art gallery, engaged in conversation, in front of a wall with various photographs displayed.

Three men are conversing near a table with books and printed materials at an indoor event. One man is facing away from the camera with a black backpack, another has a black hoodie, and the third man, on the opposite side of the table, is wearing a be

People at a registration table exchanging information, with merchandise and pamphlets, during an event.

Five people seated in a row during a panel discussion or meeting indoors, with a woman on the far left speaking or gesturing.

Two young women look at photographs displayed on a wall at an art exhibit, with some artwork visible in the background.

Two men having a conversation inside a photo store, with a red banner that reads "cewe we love photos" behind them. There are laptops and printed photos on the table.

Two women sitting at a table, smiling and talking to two standing women. The table has red and white folded shirts and a glass jar. Behind the women, there is a window and a monitor, with a vase of flowers on a shelf.

A man giving a presentation to an audience. He is standing next to a large screen displaying an image of a person in colorful attire. The audience is seated, facing the speaker, in a room with large windows and green plants.

People sitting and standing in a modern indoor space, possibly a cafe or lounge, with large windows letting in natural light, a display table with books or pamphlets, and a group of people in the background near a counter.

Group of cheerful people at an art exhibition, looking at photographs on display. Two women and one man in the foreground hold small boxes, smiling and engaging with each other. A man stands in the background near a display banner, with framed photos

A woman in a blue striped shirt shaking hands with a young man in a dark jacket at an art exhibit. A woman in black stands and claps nearby. Behind them, white display panels showcase numerous photographs and artworks.

Two people are watching a video on a screen, both wearing headphones. The video shows three people, with one performing a kick on a zebra crossing, in an outdoor setting with an old building in the background. The watchers are seated in front of a di

A woman smiling behind a table at a photography booth with framed pictures, sign boards, and photography books, inside a space with large windows and hanging light bulbs.

A group of people at a photo exhibition conversing in front of a wall displaying various photographs.

Three people, two men and one woman, are standing and talking in front of a photo display at an indoor art exhibition.

Two men standing in front of framed photographs on display at an art gallery, one wearing a brown blazer and glasses, the other in a red shirt with glasses hanging from the collar.

A group of women standing in a room near a presentation screen that reads 'Collecting Rage', with images of six tags. The woman on the left is holding a microphone and smiling, the woman in the middle is smiling and holding papers, and the woman on t

A diverse group of people attending a meeting or seminar, with one woman in the foreground speaking or asking a question.

A woman and two men are talking at a camera display table during an event, with a men's black T-shirt, glasses, and a camera bag.

People socializing at an indoor event, some are talking, others are looking at items on display or at a table, with windows and ceiling lights visible in the background.

Photo North Festival, Live Lounge, Market Stall Area, Indie Traders, Books, Zines, Art Prints

Photo North Festival, Live Lounge, Market Stall Area, Indie Traders, Books, Zines, Art Prints, Talks and Screenings

Photo North Festival, Exhibitions, Live Lounge, Market Stall Area, Indie Traders, Books, Zines, Art Prints, Talks and Screenings

Gurushots. Photo North Festival, Exhibitions, Live Lounge, Market Stall Area, Indie Traders, Books, Zines, Art Prints, Talks and Screenings