The Godards

Building a Sustainable Photography Business

A practical workshop for photographers who want to build a business that lasts.

This workshop is about more than growth for growth’s sake. Silas and Danaea will explore what it really takes to build a creative business that is sustainable, fulfilling, and aligned with the life you actually want.
ARC Conference 2026 — Vancouver, BC
April 16th, 2026
9:00am–1:00pm PST (4 Hours)
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Together, they’ll cover:
• Defining success on your own terms
• Finding and curating your artistic voice - what you have to offer
• Composition as a deliberate tool
• Navigating challenging seasons and the way they shape us
• Improving client care and boundaries 
• Building business systems that support longevity, not burnout
As part of the workshop, each attendee will have the opportunity to submit 5-10 images for a portfolio review

They’ll also share real insight into portfolio curation, client meetings, outsourcing, workflow, burnout, and what it looks like to run a photography business as parents and a married team. 

This workshop is for photographers who want to create meaningful work, serve people well, and build a business that can support and fulfill them for years to come.
Investment
ARC Conference Attendees: $400
Non-Conference Attendees: $600

ARC attendees receive priority access.
Spots are limited.


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