We here at PPA recently took a moment to step back and reflect on everything our community has experienced in the last year. Despite all the unexpected challenges, our association remained committed to helping photographers like you. In fact, we believe in that mission now more than ever!

Keep scrolling to see for yourself everything we accomplished in 2021.

In 2021, the photographic industry began its comeback amid the global pandemic. And PPA's community of photographers grew stronger than ever. The year kicked off with a virtual version of Imaging USA, drawing thousands of photographers for 3 days of education and inspiration.  

• 3 Days of Everything Photography
• 57,000 class views
• 10,000+ attendees

Members counted on us to bring them the latest educational content to help them build more profitable businesses.

• 23 Free Webinars
• 26 Facebook Live Sessions
• NEW Pet Photography Curriculum

And Professional Photographer magazine continued its legacy of excellence.

• Winner of 3 Folio Awards
• 1,000+ pages of tips and inspiration
• 110 years of archived issues

We helped members protect their businesses through an improved equipment insurance policy and the Indemnification Trust.

• PhotoCare - Flat Deductibles, Full Replacements
• Over 1,000 Claims Closed
• $968,431 Total Paid in Claims
  

A record number of members became Certified Professional Photographers and declared their candidacy.

• 214 Members Certified
• 670 Members Declared Candidacy

The International Photographic Competition received submissions from around the globe.

• 4,185 Images Submitted
• 4,026 Critiques
• 13 Participating Countries

And we continued our efforts on Capitol Hill to support photographers and small business owners. 

• Relief for Small Businesses
• Fighting for Artists' Rights

It all culminated with PPA receiving the International Photography Museum and Hall of Fame's prestigious Leadership Award.

• “PPA has proven to be a rock for photographers and small business owners.” - IPHF President and CEO Patty Went

Helping photographers grow their businesses is why we exist. With our community stronger than ever, we can't wait to see what our members will do next!

• 32,500+ Members
• 137 Elected Councilors
• 68 Committee Members
• 13 Board of Directors

Thank you!