Cologne 2018

September 25+26
Residenz Köln
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Event Summary

Our first event in Germany was electric from start to finish. We took a unique approach to the lineup, focusing on quality over quantity, and allowing for more time with the community. With a guest list of 575 people, Residenz Köln provided the perfect backdrop for a wild and unforgettable show. The closing party was particularly memorable, making it the wildest closing party of all Way Up North events up to that point.

Event Theme

INSPIRATION IS FOR AMATEURS

The theme for the show in Cologne 2018 was “INSPIRATION IS FOR AMATEURS”, inspired by the iconic quote by Chuck Close. Presenters delved into the idea that true creativity and innovation come from within, and that inspiration is not something that can be easily found or replicated. Instead, they shared their own stories of perseverance, experimentation, and dedication to their craft, inspiring attendees to tap into their own inner sources of creativity and drive.

Line-Up

We offer two formats for presenters: 45-minute keynote presentation and 10-minute WUNX presentations.

Keynote Presenters

  • Two Mann 1

    Erika + Lanny Mann

    Wedding Photographers
    CA
  • a wild escape

    A Wild Escape

    Wedding Photographers
    DE
  • Zack Arias

    Zack Arias

    Editorial + Commercial Photographer
    US
  • Samm Blake

    Samm Blake

    Wedding Photographer
    US
  • Jen Huang 1

    Jen Huang

    Lifestyle Photographer
    US
  • Brinson Banks

    Brinson + Banks

    Portraiture + Lifestyle Photographers
    US
  • Carmen Ingo 1

    Carmen & Ingo

    Wedding Photographers
    AT
  • Alicia Swedenborg 2

    Alicia Swedenborg

    Wedding Photographer
    SE
  • Jai Long 2

    Jai Long

    Entrepeneur
    AU
  • Kirk Mastin 11

    Kirk Mastin

    Photographer
    US
  • Maciej Suwalowski 237

    Maciej Suwałowski

    YouTuber / Wedding Photographer
    PL

WUNX Presenters

Hosts

  • 1. Anna Rostrom

    Anna Roström

    Photographer + Entrepreneur
    SE

DJs

  • Michael Antonia 322

    Michael Antonia

    Entrepreneur / DJ
    US

News

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What next?

  • Wedding photography conference in spain

    València 2026

    October 13 + 14
    Something is breaking everywhere in this industry. AI making images that never happened. The kid six months in, fully booked. The veteran with twenty years, rewriting the playbook. The aesthetic that didn’t exist last summer, suddenly everywhere. This year, our presenters take it on from every angle. Same theme. Different answers.