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Center Stage: Building A Profitable Dance Photography Program

Sunday, October 11th, 2026

1PM - 4PM

J&C Imaging

404 Poyntz Ave

Manhattan, Kansas

Learn how to create a successful dance photography program from the ground up. Discover the equipment that produces consistent results, ways to build strong relationships with dance studios, techniques for posing dancers of all ages and skill levels, and pricing strategies that enhance both sales and profitability. Whether you are incorporating dance photography into your business or improving your existing approach, you will leave with practical tools that you can implement immediately.

John La Barge, M. Photog.Cr. Photog.
Cindy La Barge, Cr. Photog.

John and Cindy La Barge opened J&C Imaging in 2001, bringing over 25 years of professional photography experience and a shared passion for the craft, which helps build trust with clients and industry peers. Throughout their careers, John and Cindy have remained committed to both the art and the business of professional photography. Their work combines strong technical skills with a personal approach, whether they are photographing a high school senior, a family, an athlete, or creating images for a commercial client. Professional education and active involvement in the photographic community, including past presidencies of the Kansas Professional Photographers Association, demonstrate their commitment to supporting and inspiring fellow photographers, fostering trust and respect among industry peers. Over the years, J&C Imaging has grown with the industry, but their core philosophy remains: build relationships, take care of people, and create photography with lasting value-fostering confidence and trust in their approach.