TICKETS ARE LIVE

TICKETS ARE LIVE

November 10-11, 2026

Charleston, SC

EVENT

TICKETS ARE LIVE

TICKETS ARE LIVE

Step beyond what’s been done to death in Charleston.

We’re building intentional, lived-in experiences to push what is possible — the kind creative wedding photographers, videographers, and content creators have been quietly starving for.

And let’s be clear — A Canon Event is not just a portfolio-building experience.

This is an awakening.
An interruption to autopilot.
A recalibration of your eye.

A Canon Event is a playground to reconnect your work to feeling.
To tension.
To chemistry.
To community.

Two days.
Multiple storylines.
An improvising cast.
Top Tier vendors.
A creative community shaping the narrative together.

Charleston—meet Canon Event.

Only 12 Spots Available

“I would RUN, not walk, to buy tickets. as a photographer, videographer, or content creator in the wedding space,

— Erin Elliot, Canon Event Charlotte

Young woman in red sequined dress smiling and eating snack, seated outside under a large cream-colored umbrella, with two older women nearby, one with gray hair and sunglasses covering her mouth, the other with blond hair in a black outfit, on a bric
A woman and a man arranging yellow citrus fruits next to a large decorative flowerpot filled with colorful flowers, outdoors during twilight.
A woman wearing a purple, crystal-embellished dress and white high-heeled sandals being lifted or held up by another person. The dress is sparkly and shiny, with rhinestones or sequins.
A vibrant bouquet of flowers with orange, pink, yellow, and green hues held against a white feathered fabric backdrop.
A woman in a strapless dress with ruffled fabric, wearing a necklace and earrings, is shown in a close-up black and white photo, with her side profile visible and looking away.
Makeup artist applying makeup to a woman seated on a couch in a room with wooden walls and a large window.
A man and woman dressed in formal attire standing in a cozy, vintage-style room. The man is in a black tuxedo with a bow tie, and the woman is wearing a white off-the-shoulder dress with a large, fluffy white jacket. They are smiling and looking at e
A woman in a white outfit and fluffy jacket holding a bouquet walking outdoors on a brick patio, with trees and a blue sky in the background.
Three women standing outdoors, laughing and enjoying a moment together. One woman holds a folder, another has a tablet, and they appear to be sharing a joyful experience.
A newlywed couple is close with their foreheads and noses touching, smiling tenderly outdoors during daytime. The groom is wearing a black tuxedo and has short hair and a tattoo on his neck. The bride is wearing a white dress with tulle and jewelry,
A group of people standing outdoors on a lawn, seen through a window with multiple panes.
People celebrating at an outdoor wedding during fall, with a blue sky and trees with autumn leaves in the background.
A bar or drink station with four martini glasses, a framed sign reading 'Drink Up', a small potted plant, limes, and decorative candles on a wooden surface.
A man in a glittery suit and tie dancing and smiling at a party with a DJ setup and brick walls in the background.
A man in a brown suit is dancing energetically at a party, surrounded by a group of women and men watching and enjoying the moment.
People gathered at an outdoor evening event or party, standing on a brick patio with decorations, some taking photos, with a DJ at a turntable in the foreground.
People dancing and taking photos at a lively outdoor celebration during the evening.
A woman in a white wedding dress with a veil holding a bouquet of flowers poses outdoors, illuminated by sunlight against a brick wall background.
Group of women celebrating outdoors, raising glasses in a toast, sitting at a floral tablecloth-covered table on a brick patio with trees in the background.
Woman smiling and dancing at a party, wearing multiple pearl necklaces, gloves, and a stylish white outfit, with a brick wall background and others celebrating around her.
A man and woman in formal attire sharing a playful, intimate moment on a green couch at night, with string lights and flowers in the background.

rules are dismantled.

and your artistry is challenged in ways that shock, delight, and awaken something dormant in your work.

VIEW THIS YEAR’S INSPIRATION BELOW.

This round we’re leaning HARD into immersive MEDIA &
art form reference materials.


This year is for the theatre kid, the movie buff, the art critic, the multi-hyphen.

Tuesday, Nov 10, 2026
1:30-5:00pm

Iconic Historic Charleston Landmark | 2 Scenes

Media / Visual Influences and References:
The Princess Bride, Game of Thrones, Sleeping Beauty, The Knight’s Tale

Act 1: Rehearsal Dinner
Act 2: Couple’s Portraits

Wednesday, Nov 11, 2026
9:30am-6:30pm

The Gadsden House | 6 Scenes

Media / Visual Influences and References:
Michelangelo’s Sculpture Work, Death on the Nile, Chicago the Musical, Singin’ in the Rain, The Ballet “The Red Shoes”, The Parent Trap 1998, David Harber Sculpture Work, The White Lotus, Julie & Julia

Act 1: Couple’s Portraits & Free-Play Details
Act 2: Intimate Reception

Act 1: Wedding Party Getting Ready
Act 2: Cocktail Hour

Act 1: Intimate Elopement Ceremony
Act 2: Guest Entertainment

INTRIGUED YET?

“The team createS an atmosphere where creativity feELS sacred — where every detail, every direction, and every moment makes you feel seen, valued, and inspired.

— Kim Lazic, Canon Event Charlotte

Two-Day Access [Early Bird Price] Two-Day Access [Early Bird Price]
Sale
Two-Day Access [Early Bird Price]

[ Only 5 Two-Day Tickets Available] to photographers, videographers, and content creators. Afterpay available.

Tuesday, November 10, 2026 – 3-Hour Afternoon Shoot Experience & Private Dinner
*Only five attendees will have access to Tuesday’s Canon Event Experience.

  • Pre-Event Behind the Scenes Access to Creative Direction of A Canon Event, Charleston

  • Exclusive Access to 3-Hour Full Immersive Live-Action Wedding Rehearsal Dinner and Portrait Narrative Shoot with a 8+ person cast

  • Private 2-Hour Dinner Q&A with core Canon Event Team (Anna, Sarah, and Becca)

Wednesday, November 11, 2026 – Full-Day Immersive Multi-Scene Canon Event Experience
*Only twelve attendees total will have access to Wednesday’s Canon Event experience.

  • Welcome Gift

  • Pastries, Fruit and Coffee

  • Rotations of Six (6) Fully Immersive Wedding Weekend Scenes following three couples plus supporting cast

  • Lunch and Snacks Provided

  • Access to Entire Cast & Crew Social Hour, Light Appetizers Provided

Post Canon Event

  • Access to ongoing Canon Event Contact Rolodex

  • Discounts, Early Access & Sneak Peeks on Future Events

Transportation and lodging are not included. Tickets are non-refundable, non-transferable, and admit one attendee only. You will be required to sign a contract to attend this event.

Choose your experience

One-Day Access [Early Bird Price] One-Day Access [Early Bird Price]
Sale
One-Day Access [Early Bird Price]

[Only 7 One-Day Tickets Available] to photographers, videographers, and content creators. Afterpay available.

Wednesday, November 11, 2026 – Full-Day Immersive Multi-Scene Canon Event Experience
*Only twelve attendees total will have access to Wednesday’s Canon Event experience.

  • Welcome Gift

  • Pastries, Fruit and Coffee

  • Rotations of Six (6) Fully Immersive Wedding Weekend Scenes following three couples plus supporting cast

  • Lunch and Snacks Provided

  • Access to Entire Cast & Crew Social Hour, Light Appetizers Provided

Post Canon Event

  • Access to ongoing Canon Event Contact Rolodex

  • Discounts, Early Access & Sneak Peeks on Future Events

Transportation and lodging are not included. Tickets are non-refundable, non-transferable, and admit one attendee only. You will be required to sign a contract to attend this event.

LIMITED TICKETS

  • LOCATION: HISTORIC CHURCH
    *exclusive intimate group of only 5 attendees with two-day access tickets

    1:30pm | Attendee arrival
    2:00pm | Rehearsal Dinner Scene
    4:00pm | Couple’s Portraits
    5:00pm | Break
    7:00pm-9:00pm | Private Q&A Dinner with Hosts

  • LOCATION: THE GADSDEN HOUSE
    *intimate group of 12 attendees total; rotation groups of 4

    9:30am | Attendee Arrival & Welcome
    ACT 1
    10:00am | Rotation Scene #1
    11:00am | Rotation Scene #2
    12:00pm | Rotation Scene #3
    1:00pm-2:00pm | Lunch Break
    ACT 2
    2:00pm | Rotation Scene #4
    3:00pm | Rotation Scene #5
    4:00pm | Rotation Scene #6
    5:00pm | Break
    5:30-6:30pm | Social Hour with Light Appetizers

PREVIEW
THE SCHEDULE

LIMITED TICKETS

“It's an intentional day that's way more than just a styled shoot. It's a community and an experience that you HAVE to try if your bored of what everyone else is doing.”

— Sydney Lykins, Canon Event Charlotte

Young woman in red sequined dress smiling and eating snack, seated outside under a large cream-colored umbrella, with two older women nearby, one with gray hair and sunglasses covering her mouth, the other with blond hair in a black outfit, on a bric
A woman and a man arranging yellow citrus fruits next to a large decorative flowerpot filled with colorful flowers, outdoors during twilight.
A woman wearing a purple, crystal-embellished dress and white high-heeled sandals being lifted or held up by another person. The dress is sparkly and shiny, with rhinestones or sequins.
A vibrant bouquet of flowers with orange, pink, yellow, and green hues held against a white feathered fabric backdrop.
A woman in a strapless dress with ruffled fabric, wearing a necklace and earrings, is shown in a close-up black and white photo, with her side profile visible and looking away.
Makeup artist applying makeup to a woman seated on a couch in a room with wooden walls and a large window.
A man and woman dressed in formal attire standing in a cozy, vintage-style room. The man is in a black tuxedo with a bow tie, and the woman is wearing a white off-the-shoulder dress with a large, fluffy white jacket. They are smiling and looking at e
A woman in a white outfit and fluffy jacket holding a bouquet walking outdoors on a brick patio, with trees and a blue sky in the background.
Three women standing outdoors, laughing and enjoying a moment together. One woman holds a folder, another has a tablet, and they appear to be sharing a joyful experience.
A newlywed couple is close with their foreheads and noses touching, smiling tenderly outdoors during daytime. The groom is wearing a black tuxedo and has short hair and a tattoo on his neck. The bride is wearing a white dress with tulle and jewelry,
A group of people standing outdoors on a lawn, seen through a window with multiple panes.
People celebrating at an outdoor wedding during fall, with a blue sky and trees with autumn leaves in the background.
A bar or drink station with four martini glasses, a framed sign reading 'Drink Up', a small potted plant, limes, and decorative candles on a wooden surface.
A man in a glittery suit and tie dancing and smiling at a party with a DJ setup and brick walls in the background.
A man in a brown suit is dancing energetically at a party, surrounded by a group of women and men watching and enjoying the moment.
People gathered at an outdoor evening event or party, standing on a brick patio with decorations, some taking photos, with a DJ at a turntable in the foreground.
People dancing and taking photos at a lively outdoor celebration during the evening.
A woman in a white wedding dress with a veil holding a bouquet of flowers poses outdoors, illuminated by sunlight against a brick wall background.
Group of women celebrating outdoors, raising glasses in a toast, sitting at a floral tablecloth-covered table on a brick patio with trees in the background.
Woman smiling and dancing at a party, wearing multiple pearl necklaces, gloves, and a stylish white outfit, with a brick wall background and others celebrating around her.
A man and woman in formal attire sharing a playful, intimate moment on a green couch at night, with string lights and flowers in the background.

A canon event prioritizes an intentional, empowered artist experience…

from our production team
to our vendors
to our cast
to our attendees

EVERYONE is important here.

EXPERIENCE A CANON EVENT CHARLOTTE

EXPERIENCE A CANON EVENT HOUSTON

LIMITED TICKETS

meet the team

A young woman with long, wavy red hair and blue eyes smiling outdoors, wearing a white textured blazer over a black top, with a leaf pendant necklace, standing in a park with trees and a brick walkway in the background.

Sarah
Curfman

Wedding Photographer Based in Charleston, SC

Shooting Style: CINEMATIC, SOFT, ROMANTIC & DOCUMENTARY

Sarah is the owner of Sarah Elizabeth Photography is a full time wedding photographer based in Charleston, SC. Sarah loves to be creative and to think outside the traditional wedding norms and bring a new spin to the traditional Charleston wedding industry. A Canon Event was born out of a desire to bring life, creativity, and collaboration to the content event and retreat community, and to be so much more than a pretty portfolio building event. At A Canon Event Charlotte, Sarah is primarily in the role of event management and attendee coordination to connect with all the attendees to make each event a collaborative and community-driven.

Sarah will be your hype-girl, make sure you're well hydrated and fed, and make sure everyone gets a say and to be able to get creative during the event. Sarah is so excited to connect and create at Canon Event Charleston this fall!

Coffee Order: French press black OR iced lavender latte with oat milk.

IG: @sarah_elizabethphotog
W: sarahelizabeth.photography

A woman with long brown hair sitting on a concrete floor in front of a white wall with window shadows, wearing a black tank top and black pants, looking contemplative in sunlight.

Anna
Bullock

Creative Director based in Greenville, SC

Shooting Style: EDITORIAL, FLASH HEAVY, & PHOTO JOURNALISTIC

Since founding Anna Katherine Creative in 2020, Anna has carved out a niche as a full-service creative agency dedicated to building powerful brand identities, photography, and websites for fellow creatives. Her wedding photography style resonates with couples who identify as creatives themselves and are looking to hire an artist who will celebrate their choices & encourage their own presence throughout the day.

As a creative director and story-writer at Canon Events, Anna’s passion for crafting compelling narratives and complex experience working with creatives globally drives her creative process for these events, ensuring that each experience tells a concise unique story. From initial conception to locations to ensuring all of the vendors, attendees and creatives are on the same page from start to finish while still inviting creative freedom from each person involved, Anna is committed to fostering an environment where creativity thrives — boldly.

Coffee Order: Strong and black.

IG: @annakatherine.creative
W: annakatherinecreative.com

A woman with red hair wearing a denim jacket standing outdoors on a cloudy day.

Becca
Pressley

Wedding Event Designer & Planner based in Charlotte, NC

Becca is the owner and creative director of Wildflower Events, a boutique event planning firm based in Charlotte, NC. Inspired by nature and driven by unique individualism, Becca aims to create one of a kind designs that beautifully reflect the couple they are inspired by. With a calm and kind demeanor and a passion for perfectly crafted events, the Wildflower Events team aims to create a detail-oriented and seamlessly organized event experience. 

The role of Becca and the Wildflower Events team for A Canon Event is to direct and design a unique, detailed, and organized event for the attendees. From the design colors and floral inspiration, to the layouts, timelines, and vendor coordination - the Wildflower Events team is thrilled to work with such an incredible team of vendors to help envision this one of a kind event! 

Coffee Order: Will take a latte (especially something fruity) any day of the week.

IG: @wildflowerevents_nc
W: wildflower-events.com

“[Anna and Sarah] both allowed the event to be a safe space for learning and growth which felt super welcoming for me to try new things and learn more about myself as a photographer!”

— Allie Jones, Canon Event Houston

Group of people standing on a wide stone staircase outside a large white building with arched windows and decorative stone details.
A woman sitting in front of a large ornate mirror, applying lipstick while looking at herself. She has long, blonde hair and is wearing a silk robe. The room has elegant decor with chandeliers, wall moldings, and other people in the background.
A window decorated with sheer white fabric draped along the wall, with a partial view of a mannequin wearing a dress inside the room.
A woman in blue tights and high heels, wearing a light-colored jacket, smiling and looking over her shoulder in a well-lit, elegant room with a chandelier, carpeted floor, and pink and red chairs, while others in the background chat and prepare.
Two men dressed in Western attire, wearing cowboy hats, stand next to a pool table, holding pool cues, in a room with dark wood paneling, bookshelves, and a fireplace.
Two women are smiling and talking in a room with elegant curtains and a chandelier. One woman holds a water bottle and has a microphone clipped to her black dress, while the other wears glasses and a black strapless top with white pants. There is a t
A woman dressed in a white lace wedding gown, sitting on the floor in a room with large windows, wood floors, and ornate furnishings.
A white classical-style statue of a woman holding a basket, decorated with a cascading arrangement of colorful flowers, standing on steps outside a building with arched window.
A bride in a white lace dress and wide-brimmed hat holding a colorful bouquet stands indoors, with a man in a black suit standing behind her in a European-style elegant hall with vaulted ceilings and chandeliers.

“your Advertising 100% matched what actually happened on event day!

expectations ARE through the ROOF after the masterpiece you put together!”

— Nikki Harris, Canon Event Houston

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