AIBP Retreat Boston 2025

Friday, Nov. 7th, 2025 - Monday, Nov 10th, 2025

Join us in Boston & Salem MA for another fantastic experience to Create, Learn & Connect.

Topics to include:
Studio & Natural Lighting
Posing
Marketing
Client Experience
IPS / Selling
And More....

Roberto Valenzuela

Roberto Valenzuela is a world-renowned wedding, portrait, and fashion photographer, celebrated for his dynamic artistry and practical teaching style. A Canon Explorer of Light and former classical guitarist, he channels creativity and precision into his craft. Author of the bestselling Picture Perfect series and The Wedding Storyteller, Roberto’s expertise has made him a sought-after speaker at global photography events, inspiring photographers to elevate their work to extraordinary heights..

Andrew Hiorth

Andrew Hiorth is a prominent figure in the creative industry with 15 years of experience as a
producer, director and photographer. He is a renowned multi-award-winning photographer
specializing in branding, commercial, and fashion photography. Andrew is an ICON Master and
is an accredited Boudoir Photographer by the Professional Photographers of Canada (PPOC).
In 2024, Andrew achieved the esteemed Best in Class awards for Figure Study and Wedding
categories at the National Image Salon in Canada.

His notable roles include Director of Photography for the Toronto Art of Fashion and lead
photographer for events such as America’s Next Top Model Live. His photography has landed
the covers of prominent magazines including Sunwing, Wedding Vacations, and Elegant
Wedding.

Andrew serves as a judge in the portrait and creative divisions of WPPI and ICON Awards, is a
Portrait Masters Associate, speaker for Graphi Studios, and an ambassador for Lead Savage.
As the owner FABLE Studios; a successful multi-seven-figure boudoir studio in Toronto,
Canada, Andrew’s true success lies in establishing a studio with over 20 team members that
empowers over 2,000 women annually, focused on enhancing their confidence and self-esteem.

Sarah Witherington

Own Boudoir

Pratik Naik

Pratik Naik is a high-end retoucher based out of the United States, specializing in commercial and editorial work. With over 15 years of experience, he retains a deep passion for mastering the art of retouching in Photoshop.

His background in fine art fuels his passion for retouching. Naik believes in a streamlined, seamless approach that respects the photographer's original vision while striving for flawless results. His ultimate goal is to preserve the natural essence of an image while elevating it to the photographer's exacting standards.

Alongside his retouching work, Naik finds great satisfaction in teaching. He enjoys simplifying complex techniques, making them accessible for aspiring retouchers. Witnessing the "aha!" moment when concepts become clear for a student brings him immense fulfillment.

Additionally, Naik is the founder of Infinite Color, a leading Photoshop color grading extension.

Rachel Brenke

TheLawTog

Rachel Brenke is the head attorney and photographer behind TheLawTog - the legal resource for photographers.

As an MBA, business consultant, and multi-state licensed attorney, she knows the ins and outs of what goes into running a photography business AND how to legally protect yourself. Not only does Brenke have real world photography entrepreneurship experience, but she combines this with her intellectual property law and business knowledge to provide a one-stop resource to help protect your photography business.

Her resource is currently helping creative industry professionals all over the world initiate, strategize and implement strategic business and marketing plans through various mediums of consulting resources and legal direction.

With hundreds of thousands of visitors a year, TheLawTog.com has become the go-to legal resource in the industry. Pair this with the international stages that have held TheLawTog’s teachings, you’re sure to learn a lot from Brenke. Brenke’s experience and teachings have been featured on CreativeLIVE, WPPI, Professional Photographers of America, Business Insider, TedX, International Business Times, and more.

As a mother of five, Army Veteran spouse and Team USA Athlete - she understands that life is busy, and we don’t have time to mess around.

See more: http://www.thelawtog.com/

Disclaimer: I am a lawyer but I'm not your lawyer! View my entire disclaimer here

RETREAT PRICING

EARLY BIRD PRICING NOW AVAILABLE (limited seats available at this rate)

Retreat Seat Paid in Full: $2100
Retreat Seat Payment Plan: $2160 - 4 payments of $540 spilt equally.  Details in registration form.

AIBP MEMBERS: Log into your account to get your personal code for $150 off.

Purchase Ticket

**Limited number of seats available.

Lodging

Closest & Recommended Hotels - Rates & Policies may vary, please check sites for details.
Address of events is 58 Pulaski Street, Peabody MA.

A LIMITED room block has been set up at the Boston Peabody Marriott

Boston Peabody Marriott
8A Centennial Drive
Peabody, MA 01960
Phone +1 978-977-9700

Booking details:
CLICK HERE TO BOOK YOUR HOTEL RESERVATION
Dates Available: Nov 7, 2025 - Nov 10, 2025
LAST DAY TO BOOK: Thursday Oct 10th 2025
Group Rate: Starting at $172 USD + applicable taxes per night
Check-In: 4pm
Check-out: 12pm
Limited rooms available, secure your room before the block if full

Other Area Hotels:
Hampton Inn Salem Boston
11 Dodge Street
Salem, MA 01970
Phone+1 978-414-3100

Salem Waterfront Hotel & Suites
225 Derby Street
Salem, MA 01970
Phone +1 978-740-8788

AirBnB options have been popular
Address of main event is
58 Pulaski Street
Peabody, MA 01960

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