We know how busy you are and things slip through the cracks. With all the benefits you have at your fingertips, we want to make sure you don't miss another day.

Here's a little reminder of what you'll get:

  • Up to $15,000 of PhotoCare Equipment Insurance
  • Contracts & Business Resources
  • 10-50% Discounts on Favorite Products and Services
  • Malpractice, Negligence & Data Failure Protection
  • Certification, Merits & Degrees

You Belong Here

More than just a network, it's a place where photographers connect, grow their skills, protect their work, and feel truly seen.
Zoe Martin Member Since
"The professionals providing the information are speaking directly to me as a photographer/video producer. It's not a conglomerate of fields sharing general knowledge."
Yaneck Wasiek, M.Photog.Cr. Member Since 2014
"One of my proudest moments as a professional photographer was receiving my master of photography degree from PPA. It was the culmination of years of dedication, continuous learning, and pushing myself to refine my craft. Earning this distinction not only validated my expertise but also reinforced my commitment to providing the highest quality work for my clients."
Melissa Digue, M.Photog., CPP Member Since 2015
“The journey of earning my CPP changed my relationship with lighting. I don't just use light now, I understand it. No matter the situation, I’m able to shape light with purpose and predictability and it's elevated my work to a whole new level.”
Enrique Olivieri Member Since 2022
"I've made many new friendships through PPA. Being mentored by photographers in my genre has helped me understand the business aspect of my craft. PPA is the only place where I could have found this."
Jake Schneider Member Since 2024
“I became a PPA member because of the benefits! The insurance gives me peace of mind when working, and the contract templates have decreased my time spent working on paperwork!”
David Downs, M.Photog., CPP Member Since 2012
“Earning my CPP helped me elevate my headshot work by sharpening my understanding of lighting ratios. I became faster, more consistent, and more confident in producing professional portraits that meet a high standard—every time."
Rohit Gomashe Member Since 2024
"PPA has been essential for protecting my gear while traveling around the world. I became a photographer as a healthy way to escape depression, which is how I started photographing nature on my hiking adventures. I’m inspired deeply by National Geographic Documentaries and Professional Photographer magazine for its features showcasing different photography styles."
Richard John Maidment Member Since
"PhotoVision offers valuable information for photographers at any level. With a diverse selection of educators and subjects, there’s something for everyone to learn from and apply to their own specialty."
Angel Caldera Member Since 2024
"I discovered PPA when I found the Professional Photographer magazine at an airport, and it immediately caught my interest. The articles in there both inspire and educate me."
John Cannon Member Since 2021
Professional Photographers of America is a fantastic organization with some of the most amazing photographers in the world. They offer the CPP certification process that really puts you to the test to be accepted into their professional ranks.