FAQ's
PPA is a non-profit photography organization that was created by photographers for photographers in order to help those who want to take photography and entrepreneurship to the next level and develop profitable and sustainable businesses.
When you become a member of PPA, you’re given the opportunity to elevate your photography career through:
A free account only lets you scrape the surface of PPA. You’re able to experience:
- New video tutorials, each month
- The Copyright Starter Kit
- Useful Model Release Guide
- A 3- Day Expo Pass for Imaging USA
- Drone Knowledge Center
Full membership, you’re able to access all PPA resources:
- 24/7 access to all of the educational resources
- Image evaluation through monthly Merit Image Review and the chance to compete amongst the best with the International Photographic Competition.
- The ability to connect with other photographers on theLoop
- The chance to broadcast your photography to thousands of clients through Find-a-Photographer
- Being able to save tons of money on your craft
- All of the contracts and forms a professional photographer could need
- The opportunity to use insurance solutions created by PPA and its partner that are designed to protect you and your business
- The chance to elevate your photography skills and credibility through CPP certification
- Relevant insights on the latest tech, profiles of the biggest names in professional photography, lessons in cutting edge techniques and business advice through the PPA magazine
When you become a member of PPA, you are given the chance to become a certified professional photographer. You are also able to take part in face-to-face in-person learning workshops to improve your photography skills. Our education is also provided by credible photographers with years of documented experience in the field.
CPP stands for Certified Professional Photographer.
Becoming a certified photographer is the best way to stand out among your competitors because it will help boost your photography skills and confidence. On top of that, the program will empower photographers to be more knowledgeable, successful, and technically equipped professionals in the industry which means you can charge more for your services.
If you want to enter a state/ local competition, check with your local Community Network association to see what their competition rules are. To enter into the International Photographic Competition, you have to be a PPA member. After you join PPA, head over to the IPC Rules and keep an eye on the registration deadlines. IPC includes 16 competition categories. Each category winner will receive a $1,000 cash prize and the final winner out of all entrants will receive the grand prize of $10,000.
Once you join PPA, Find-a-Photographer lets you create your online profile for the directory. To be listed within the Find-a-Photographer database, access the “Find-a-Photographer” section of your myPPA profile and make sure that you select “Enable Your Profile”. This allows prospective customers to browse your name when searching for a photographer from PPA. It also makes it easy for customers to view samples of your images, understand what you’re capable of, and contact you for work. If you want a higher chance of drawing in clients to your profile, add a photo of yourself or studio. People click on photos 10 times more than a blank image icon.
PPA could help you Bridge the Gap between you and your target audience. Here’s how:
- PPA Education will give you access to all of the information from seasoned professionals on business, marketing, and client relationships that you need for your business to soar
- theLoop will help you connect with over 35,000 other photographers who have experienced the same situation that you have. If you have a question, the answer is just a message away
- Insurance will make it easier for you to grow your business by providing protection for your equipment and flat rate deductibles for any necessary repairs and replacements.