Imaging USA 2026 Recap

Nashville, New Connections, and Next-Level Portraits

Written on January 23th, 2026 – Viltrox Team

There is no better way to kick off the creative year than at Imaging USA. For three days in Nashville, Booth 639 wasn't just a showroom—it was a meeting ground for old friends, new faces, and a shared love for photography.

 

If you couldn't make it to the Gaylord Opryland Resort this year, here is a look at what went down.

January 11-13, 2025

Kicking off 2026

The energy in Nashville was undeniable. Our goal for this year’s show was simple: get the gear out of the display cases and into your hands. We wanted to create a space where conversation flowed as easily as the creativity.

 

From the moment the doors opened, we were blown away by the turnout. Whether you came to talk specs on the new LAB series, discuss videography setups, or just say hello to the team, thank you. You made the start of our year truly special.

The Workshops

The real heartbeat of the booth was our Creative Portraiture Workshops.

 

We didn't want a passive lecture; we wanted action. We invited three incredible educators—Drue Schnelle (@druephoto), Niah Aldrich (@niahrosephoto), and Eli Infante (@eli_infante_)—to break down their process live.

 

They walked attendees through everything from lighting setups to model direction. It was inspiring to see so many of you with cameras in hand, testing the Pro and EVO lenses in real-time, asking questions, and refining your techniques right there on the show floor.

Created with Viltrox

Talk is cheap—the image is what matters.

 

The best part of the show was seeing what you created. With our lighting setups and professional models, the results speak for themselves. These shots, taken directly at the booth, showcase the sharpness, bokeh, and color rendering of the Viltrox lineup in a real-world shooting scenario.

A Show to Remember: Community, Creativity, and Celebration

We are leaving Tennessee with full memory cards and a lot of inspiration. To everyone who stopped by, thank you for being part of the Viltrox community.

 

Until next time—keep creating.

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