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PPA teams up with NYIP to offer CPP exam

PPA teams up with New York Institute of Photography to offer CPP certification exam to students

PPA seeks association artifacts for 150th anniversary

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Devastating data loss reveals a resource

One day, in a split second, the computer hard drive came crashing down—literally. What photographers can do when their systems fail.

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Why small claims is essential for copyright reform

For pro photographers to have real copyright protection, there has to be reform. A small claims copyright infringement process is the first step.

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PPA Board member to the rescue

In the wilds of Washington state to supervise a Boy Scout camping trip, PPA Vice President Rob Behm aids injured hiker.

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Accidents happen: Insure your drone

General liability insurance protects photographers if their drone does harm while working.

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It’s official: Professional Photographer is among the best

PPA's member magazine is named a finalist for six publishing excellence awards.

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Get certified from home

It's now possible to become a PPA certified professional photographer (CPP) by taking the test at home. Certification is a credential consumers value.

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6 ways to show the difference

6 free marketing tools from Professional Photographers of America

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Breakthrough in copyright reform

Small claims process gains traction. . In June, PPA received news that U.S. lawmakers were finally drafting copyright legislation to design a small claims process

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Copyright law that works for you

You can help make the changes in U.S. copyright law that will aid professional photographers.

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Want to stick it to copyright infringers? Here’s how

Copyright protects your photographs, but not as much as you think

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Pumping up the volume

High-volume photography can be a profitable sideline to portrait or wedding work

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Redressing copyright wrongs

Professional Photographers of America seeks copyright reform to benefit photographers.

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A story to tell

Famed baby photographer Anne Geddes promotes Professional Photographers of America

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Reinventing copyright

PPA educates lawmakers. . In November, PPA led a coalition of visual artist organizations to host a copyright briefing for lawmakers in Washington, D.C. “Visual

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Member magazine ranks high

Professional Photographer earns accolades. . PPA member magazine Professional Photographer is among the country’s best in terms of both editorial content and

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Case study: Finding validation

Tracy Page was new to professional photography and she struggled until she found mentors.

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