Celebrating the best in british and international commercial photography

The BIPP’s BIG BASH 2026

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Join us at White Rabbit | London

Join us for a day celebrating the best in British and International Photography – with workshops, demos and guest speakers from the world of commercial photography, rounding off with an evening celebration.

-> International Print Masters Awards and Exhibition
-> BIPP Photographer of the Year Awards
-> Live workshops / discussions, giveaways and networking
-> Includes light lunch, evening drinks, reception & canapes

  • 26th November 2026
  • 11am – 10pm
  • Tickets starting at: £39
  • If you wish to bring your partner – tickets can be purchased at checkout on the Member / IPM ticket link below

Member / IPM entrant TICKET

Select this ticket if you are a BIPP Member
or a International Print Master (IPM) Competition Entrant

Non Member TICKET

Select this ticket if you are NOT a BIPP Member
or International Print Master (IPM) Competition Entrant

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Speakers

We’re bringing together speakers from across the photography and creative industries for a day designed to inspire, inform and get people talking.

Expect a varied programme of speakers, industry insight and plenty of opportunities to connect with fellow photographers, creatives and leading industry partners throughout the day.

We’ll be revealing our speaker line-up and full programme very soon so watch this space!

Event Schedule

11.00: Welcome + Trade Area Open
12:00: Studio Sessions + Live Demos + Trade Area
17:30: Pre-Awards Drinks
18:00: IPM26 Awards + Photographer of the Year
19:30: Gallery Exhibition + Awards Celebration
22:00: Close

(Note: Times subject to change for operational reasons)

Food & Drink

Arrival Drinks & Light Lunch Bites
Afternoon Tea, Coffee, Soft Drinks
Awards Drinks Reception
Canapés & Evening Grazing Platters

Facilities

Cloakroom & Storage
Toilets (including accessible)
Step-free access across site

The International Print Masters

Be part of a celebration of print, artistry and exceptional photographic craft.

The judging is underway and the International Print Masters 2026 finalists will soon be selected. At the Big Bash, their work moves from the judging room to the walls, brought to life as a stunning print exhibition at White Rabbit Studios.

The evening will see the results revealed and the very best of this year’s competition celebrated, culminating in the announcement of the International Print Master 2026.

With entries from photographers both in the UK and internationally, the Print Masters celebrates the skill, creativity and impact of the printed image, work created to be seen and experienced beyond the screen.

For over 120 years, the BIPP has championed excellence in professional photography, and the International Print Masters continues that tradition by recognising outstanding photographic work and celebrating it amongst peers.

Who will be crowned International Print Master 2026?   

Image(r):  Giorgia Corniola, International Print Master 2025

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The BIPP Photographer of the Year

One of the biggest moments of the Big Bash will be the announcement of the BIPP Photographer of the Year 2026, celebrating outstanding photography from across our membership.

This award is the culmination of a year of creativity, skill and consistency. Throughout 2026, BIPP members have entered their work into our Members’ Monthly Competition, putting their images in front of experienced judges and earning recognition along the way.

Now, the strongest work from across the year comes together one final time.

For more than 120 years, the BIPP has championed professional photography and the photographers behind it. Photographer of the Year continues that tradition, recognising not only an exceptional image, but the talent, dedication and creative vision within our professional community.

At the Big Bash, we’ll bring our members, emerging photographers, industry partners and friends together to celebrate that achievement.

Who will be crowned BIPP Photographer of the Year 2026?

Join us at White Rabbit Studios and be there when we reveal the winner.

Member / IPM entrant TICKET

Select this ticket if you are a BIPP Member
or a International Print Master (IPM) Competition Entrant

Non Member TICKET

Select this ticket if you are NOT a BIPP Member
or International Print Master (IPM) Competition Entrant

We’ll be announcing more sponsors, live workshops, product demos and more in the coming weeks.  Stay tuned for details. 

About our venue

White Rabbit Studio

This year, the Big Bash heads to the heart of Shoreditch, one of London’s most creative neighbourhoods, as we take over White Rabbit Studios for the day.

Set within 10,000 sq ft of transformed Victorian railway arches, White Rabbit is a working photography and creative venue where original industrial character meets modern studio space. Its three interconnected studios have been designed for photography, film, events and creative production, making it a fitting home for a day dedicated to our industry. 

From the impressive scale of Studio One and its 7-metre infinity cove, to the character and natural light of Studio Three, the venue gives us the freedom to create different spaces throughout the Big Bash for learning, conversation, networking, industry partners and, as day turns to night, our awards celebration. 

White Rabbit has welcomed major brands and creative organisations including The North Face, The Guardian, Havas and WPP, and sits right in the Shoreditch Triangle, surrounded by the energy of London’s creative community. 

It’s not a traditional conference venue and that’s exactly why we chose it.

A creative space, for a creative industry, and the perfect setting for the Big Bash 2026.

📍 White Rabbit Studios, 471–473 The Arches, Dereham Place, Shoreditch, London EC2A 3HJ

International Arrivals

  • London City Airport (LCY – 45 min)
    DLR to Shadwell, change to the Windrush line to Shoreditch High Street, then walk.
  • London Stansted Airport (STN – 70 min)
    Stansted Express direct to Liverpool Street, then walk 10 min or take a short taxi
  • London Heathrow Airport (LHR – 60 min)
    Elizabeth line direct to Liverpool Street, then walk 10 min or take a short taxi
  • London Gatwick Airport (LGW – 55 min)
    Thameslink direct to London Bridge, then Northern line to Old Street, 10 min walk

Getting to the Big Bash

Tube / Subway:

  • Liverpool Street Underground (10 min walk)
  • Old Street Underground (10 min walk)
  • Shoreditch High Steet Overground (5 min walk)

 

Mainline Rail:

  • Liverpool Street (10 min walk)
  • King’s Cross (Connect to Old Street or 20 min walk)
  • London Bridge (Connect to Old Street or 20 min walk)
  • Waterloo (Connect to Old Street or 30 min walk)

 

Bus

  • Shoreditch High Street Station, Stop N (2 min walk)
  • Shoreditch Church, Stop P (2 min walk)

On Foot

White Rabbit Studios is located at 471–473 The Arches, Dereham Place, Shoreditch, London EC2A 3HJ, just off Curtain Road and moments from Shoreditch High Street

Parking

  • NCP London Finsbury Square (24 hours, 10 min walk)
  • Broadgate Car Park, Primrose Street (24 hours, 10 min walk)
  • Euro Car Parks, 168 Shoreditch High Street (until 8pm, 5 min walk)

White Rabbit is OUTSIDE Congestion Charge, INSIDE ULEZ

Need accommodation?

Recommended Hotels

We know many of our members who want to attend the Big Bash will come from outside London, so we have provided a number of options to suit all budgets a short walk from The White Rabbit Studios.

You can get all the details here –>

Budget

  • Premier Inn London City Old Street, N1 6DR (10 min walk)
  • Hub London City Shoreditch E1 6SN (8 min walk)

Mid-Range

  • CitizenM Shoreditch, EC2A 3ET (5 min walk)
  • Maldron Hotel Shoreditch, EC2A 4LJ (7 min walk)

Upscale

  • One Hundred Shoreditch, E1 6JQ (1 min walk)
  • The Hoxton Shoreditch, EC2A 3HU (3 min walk)
  • Virgin Hotels London-Shoreditch, EC2A 3PT (6 min walk)