Back from SPAC & Imaging USA 2026: Here’s What You Might Have Missed
January flew by in a flash of booth chats, product demos, and coffee-fueled conversations! If you stopped by to see us at SPAC 2026 or Imaging USA 2026, thank you! We loved meeting so many talented volume photographers, studio owners, and industry friends.
Didn’t make it to the shows this year? We’ve got you covered. Here’s a quick recap of what we shared, what photographers were buzzing about, and what’s coming next for GotPhoto!
Inside the Guide
Hot off the tradeshow floor: What’s New with GotPhoto?
We brought some exciting updates to this year’s shows, focused on making your workflow faster, smarter, and more profitable.
Here are the updates everyone was talking about.
Smarter Protection Against Image Theft
Image theft is a real challenge in volume photograph, and while no solution is 100% foolproof, we’re investing into creating tools that reduce risk without hurting sales.
What’s new:
- Evolving watermarks are updated each season based on real-world usage
- Screenshot blocking on desktop, rolling out this spring (see the demo)
- Clearer copyright messaging to educate buyers and deter misuse
- Continued exploration of mobile-friendly protection options
You put a lot of work into every picture day, and your photos deserve to be treated with respect. That’s why we’re building features that help discourage image theft, while keeping the buying experience smooth and conversion-friendly.
“Online by Dinner Time” is going strong
Same-day delivery isn’t just a dream; it’s becoming the new standard. With real-time uploads from SpotMyPhotos, editing at upload, and new tethering options, photographers are getting images online faster than ever. No, it’s not magic. It’s just a better workflow. From capture to checkout, faster sales equal higher conversions.
Recognition-Based Tagging with SpotMyPhotos
Tagging doesn’t have to be painful. With SpotMyPhotos, subject tagging is fully automated using secure links and facial recognition. No more manual sorting or re-scanning QR cards. And yes, it works seamlessly with GotPhoto.
Perfect for sports, dance, multi-day volume jobs, and graduations, SpotMyPhotos lets you:
- Tag once and reuse all season
- Pre-tag subjects before you even start shooting
- Instantly sync to GotPhoto for ultra-fast delivery
Available now: $60/month or $360/year (iOS required). Use code GPSPAC2026 to get 10% off -exclusively for GotPhoto customers. Valid until 03/31/26.
Editing at Upload
Our AI-powered editing at upload feature applies automatic color and exposure correction as you upload images, saving you hours of manual work and getting you closer to “Online by Dinner Time.”
Try it out today!
Launch offer: Your first 100 images are free!
New Partnerships We’re Excited About
Tethering & ID Studio from Haslys Ltd.
For photographers offering tethered shooting and onsite ID printing, this integration delivers:
- Effortless syncing
- Dynamic templates
- Plug-and-play setup
Starting at $399/year per license (volume discounts available)
Airstudio
Airstudio is a powerful studio management platform that integrates directly with GotPhoto to unify scheduling, communication, and job execution—so studios can run smoother, faster, and with less manual work.
Built for scale-up studios, this partnership suppports
- Better team coordination
- Cleaner operations
- Stronger margin protection
Special Offer: GotPhoto users get 20% off Airstudio pricing!
GotPhoto’s Powerful Online Shop
Our new online shop is the heart of our e-commerce engine. It’s built around one goal: helping professional photographers like you generate the highest sales per subject in the industry – through a fast, mobile-first buying experience, modern product presentation, and smarter upsell mechanics that lift every order.
What’s inside:
- Personalized product offers
- Bundled product options
- Post-sale retouching add-ons
- Abandoned cart emails
- And more ways to boost average order value
Flexible, customizable, and designed with your buyers in mind.
Communication Performance Manager
Ever wonder how your emails are actually performing?
Now you can see it all, from open rates to real sales, in one dashboard. Better insights = smarter decisions = better results.
Tradeshow Promotions Recap
Missed the show but still want in on the action? You’re in luck! Some of our tradeshow promotions are still active:
- Airstudio – 20% off for GotPhoto users. Sign up here.
- SpotMyPhotos – Starts at $60/month. GotPhoto customers get 10% off using code: GPSPAC2026
- Editing at Upload – Free first 100 images
- Halsys ID Studio – Volume discounts for licenses
- Entagged – Only $149 (was $199). Claim your offer now – discount appears in cart.
Thanks again to everyone who made SPAC 2026 and IUSA 2026 such a success. We’re excited to see what you create this year, and we’ll be right here, cheering you on every step of the way!
What’s Next: Summer Camp 2026
GotPhoto Summer Camp is back this June 17th-20th, bringing photographers together for hands-on learning, real talk, and expert insights in a laid-back, summer-camp-style setting.
📆 Early bird pricing is still available
Grab your ticket here!
Why You Should Go:
- Learn from leading pros in workshops and interactive sessions.
- Test out tools like live ID printing and time-saving automation features.
- Build lasting connections with other photographers while trading tips and stories.
Why Choose GotPhoto for Your Photography Business?
At GotPhoto, we don’t just build tools—we create solutions for school photography, sports photography, and other high-volume photographers who want to grow their businesses. By combining intuitive, powerful features with top-notch customer support, we make it easy to save time, boost your sales, and keep your clients happy.
GotPhoto at a Glance:
- Save up to 50% of your admin time with workflow automation.
- Increase profitability with features designed for high-volume photography.
- Offer seamless, hassle-free experiences for parents, schools, and clients.
Take Your Photography Business Growth to the Next Level
This year reminded us how creative, driven, and talented photographers are. It’s an honor to be part of your story—and we’re here to help you achieve even more.
What’s Next?
1. Register for Summer Camp and grow your skills this June.
2. Sign up for a free trial to see how our platform can help you meet your goals.
Together, we can make 2026 a year of serious growth, happier clients, and way less admin. We’ll see you at Summer Camp—or celebrating your next big win!