The World of Inkjet Papers with Eric Joseph

Join us for an engaging session with Eric Joseph as he shares his expertise in inkjet papers! Learn about the latest developments in photographic paper technology and discover how to achieve the best results with your prints.

Talk/Signing Kate Medley

Photojournalist Kate Medley will present her award-winning book “Thank You Please Come Again”, a coffee table book of photographs, for which she was a James Beard finalist.

Kate will be available for book signings following her talk.
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Junior Girl Scout Digital Badge Class

Do you love photography? Be a part of the first Junior Girl Scouts in North Carolina to earn their Digital Camera Badge at the Click! Photography Festival in Durham.
Space is limited to the first 30 scouts
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EXPO 2026

The Click Expo is from 10:00 am to 6:00 pm on Saturday and Sunday, October 3rd and 4th in the Durham Convention Center. Come and see representatives from Freestyle, The Darkroom, Negative Supply, CineStill, Digital Silver Imaging, Southeastern Camera, Holga, Intrepid, PSA, Arista and more! View the latest goods in the analog and printing world. See scanning and inkjet printing demos, and view the latest films, papers, and accessories. You won't want to miss this!

Photo Walk with Bad Flashes (Caleb Knueven) and Trev Lee from The Darkroom

Join us for a free photowalk through downtown Durham, led by Caleb Knueven and Trev Lee of The Darkroom, during Click! Fest 2026!
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Neale Bayly Talk

Join us for an hour of spellbinding storytelling with adventurer Neale Bayly.
If “the most interesting man in the world” were a real person, It would be Neale.
You don't want to miss this!
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Talk/Signing Micah Cash

Documentary photographer will present a talk on his most recent book: "Waffle House Vistas". The narrative threads of poverty, race, and regionalism adjoin those of fast food, economics, and politics. The book, published by The Bitter Southerner, has sold tens of thousands of copies across two editions.
Micah will be available for book signings following his talk.
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CPA Critique Class

This class is reserved for members of the Cary Photographic Artists. For membership details check out their website: https://www.caryphotographicartists.org/

An Analog Conversation with Caleb and Trev

Join Caleb Knueven (Bad Flashes) and Trev Lee from The Darkroom for a fun, lively, and interactive conversation all about analog photography!

The discussion will also be live-streamed on Instagram, so come ready with your questions. Caleb and Trev will answer questions from both the in-person audience and photographers tuning in online. Whether you're new to film or a longtime analog shooter, this is a great opportunity to talk film, share ideas, and hear from two passionate voices in the analog photography community.

Bring your questions—you won't want to miss this!

A Conversation with Dennis Keeley & Pete Coco

"Photographing Music"
Pete Coco and I plan to have a conversation about our different approaches to photographing in the music industry, including songwriters, musicians, bands, clubs, concerts and the business in general.
Our backgrounds as musicians give us interesting insights and a unique understanding of both mediums. Photography and music are about special moments informed by a deep foundation of practice.
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Talk and Book Signing with Henry Horenstein

Henry Horenstein is an American artist, photographer, filmmaker and educator. He has authored over 40 books, including a series of instructional textbooks.
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Processing, Scanning and Printing Demo

Join Negative Supply and Freestyle for a scanning and printing demo. We will show you how to scan your negatives and turn them into an inkjet print. Demo will be on the main floor at the Negative Supply and Freestyle Table.

CineStill Happy Hour

Join CineStill, Southeastern Camera Raleigh/Carrboro, and The Fotoshoppe for a drink at Pour Taproom, just a short walk from the Durham Convention Center. This is a great opportunity to get to know the folks behind your local film processing labs.

Pete Coco Portraits Pt 1

Join us in this interactive workshop where Pete Coco will show you how easy it is to create beautiful, dramatic portraits, using just a few continuous lights.
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How to Turn Your B&W Images into Stunning Silver Gelatin Prints by Eric Luden

Join us for an in-depth look at DSI Digital Silver Prints®—the fusion of digital technology and traditional silver gelatin printing—presented by Eric Luden, founder of Digital Silver Imaging and former Ilford executive with over four decades of experience in photographic printing. This presentation will explore how the DSI Digital Silver Print® process works, from digital file to laser exposure on true silver gelatin paper, and why it remains the only process of its kind in the world. Learn what sets Digital Silver Prints® apart, including their proven archival superiority, completely neutral image tone, and the unmatched richness only a continuous-tone silver print can deliver. Featuring striking examples from photographers who have chosen Digital Silver Prints® for their finest work, this session will give you a deeper appreciation for what makes a true black & white silver gelatin print unlike anything else available today.

FREE FINE ART PRINT OFFER!

If submitting for this Free Print Offer, prints can be picked up at the Digital Silver Imaging table in the Expo Hall on Saturday and Sunday from 12pm - 2pm.

Crappy Camera Photowalk with Dennis Keely

The Crappy Camera Walk on Sunday is an exciting opportunity to bring any camera to a world of possibility. Bring a camera that's been sitting on your shelf or buy a plastic camera from Freestyle. Our group will walk from a pre-determined Point A to a pre-determined Point B. We will explore the street and people, architecture, urban circumstances, personal expression and the potential discovery of your own set of frameworks and engagements with the world. When reduced to their most primal function, all cameras are simple capture devices. Books and Museums of Photography are filled with the history of photography. The photographs and the cameras that made them would be considered junk compared to the materials and devices we use today, but the timeless beauty of these less than perfect images has resonated with those who pay attention for generations. This walk and talk will focus more on the “Why" we make pictures. How our practices speak about us; not just about taking a picture of the world but making something about the world. A city, a moment and perhaps most importantly, what makes us slow down to consider who we are as people, artists, image-makers and storytellers. We will limit this walk and talk to the first 30 people who sign up.
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Zines with Micah Cash

Join Micah for a hands-on zine-making workshop. Cut, sequence, experiment, and create your own photographic publication while exploring the possibilities of the zine as an art form.

To ensure each student receives the maximum amount of instruction, this class will be limited to 10 students.
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Bryce Lankard Smartphone Workshop

Join Bryce Lankard for a deep-dive into the workings of your phone's camera. Android or iPhone, Bryce has you covered.
This workshop will review basic camera phone controls, some filmmaking and basic editing tips. We will also look at a couple of post-production applications, like Hipstamatic and Instagram, that can take images to the next level. Students can bring previous images to work on. Please bring your camera/phone to class.
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Pete Coco Portraits Pt 2

Join us for part 2 of this workshop where Pete Coco will share his techniques on outdoor portraiture and using natural lighting and off-camera flash to create stunning portraits.
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Wreck Your Polaroids with Sarah Shae Roberto

Think Polaroid film is just for standard point-and-shoot snapshots? Think again. Welcome to a workshop where the rules are meant to be broken, and the film is meant to be wrecked.
In this hands-on, experimental 3-hour workshop, we will push the boundaries of instant film far beyond the camera lens. You will learn to treat Polaroid prints not as precious, finished products, but as raw materials for tactile, mixed-media art.

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Sponsored by Polaroid

The Media Today: Narrative vs. Truth

In an era dominated by rapid news cycles, algorithmic feeds, and digital manipulation, where does objective reality end and curated narrative begin? Join us for an essential panel discussion featuring three veteran photojournalists as they pull back the curtain on modern press coverage. Discover how visual storytellers navigate ethics, personal bias, institutional editorial pressure, and the relentless pursuit of truth on the front lines.

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The World of Inkjet Papers with Eric Joseph

Join us for an engaging session with Eric Joseph as he shares his expertise in inkjet papers! Learn about the latest developments in photographic paper technology and discover how to achieve the best results with your prints.

Intro to Artist's Books for Photographers with Janet Guertin

In this workshop we'll look at a variety of structures that lend themselves to presenting photographs in fresh and non-traditional ways, and talk about how materials and photos combined with form and folds can enhance any photography project. We'll also make a Panorama Book, incorporating your own photos into an elegant display.
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Elizabeth Opalenik Keynote Speaker

Wine and beer reception starting at 4:30 with the talk to follow.

In this artist talk, Elizabeth Opalenik explores the deeply personal and evolving nature of photographic practice. Through selected bodies of work and portfolio presentations, she examines questions at the heart of creative expression: Who are you as a photographer? Where does inspiration come from? Why do artists move through different themes, subjects, and visual languages over time?