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Education is the key to PPW!  

We have several events yearly that offer incredible speakers on various topics to help the professional photographer.


 The Spring Educational Conference is around April and provides the association's members an event to come together to enjoy old and new friends. The day before this event our Annual Image Competition takes place. Hired judges are brought in to judge and critique our images with the 12 Elements of Merited Print as a guide. 


We hold a Fall Event around October to give a stimulating break from the photographer's busy season of High School seniors and families, for example. 


During the year, each PPW District holds meetings four times a year in the their area. To learn about these events besides here on our website, The Washington Photographer Journal comes out four times a year. Within the pages of the journal, you will also learn about the workings of PPW and informational articles about our industry. 

Involvement improves your business. Here are a few ways to do this:   


Coming Events

Upcoming events

  • Business Advisory Board Meeting

    • 08 Apr 2024
    • 10 Mar 2025
    • 12 sessions
    • via Zoom
    Join waitlist

    The Advisory Board

    The Advisory Board is PPW’s monthly business mastermind program that meets on Zoom, 2nd Monday of each month at 7:00pm. Exchange ideas and tackle the problems that are holding you back. 

    Content will include business discussion, accountability, problem solving, "hot seat" discussion, feedback, quarterly planning, mentorship, and guest speakers.

    Join us to take your business to new heights! You will earn 1 business merit for every 3 meetings you attend. 

    Register today!

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  • ONLINE (zoom) Lightroom Classic - Masking & More w/ Kimberly Olker

    • 12 Sep 2024
    • 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
    • via Zoom
    Register


    Lightroom Classic - Masking & More with Kimberly Olker, M.Photog.M.Wed.Photog.Cr., CPP

    PPW Education Online - Thursday, September 12 2024 @ 6pm on Zoom

    Discover how to revolutionize your editing workflow and create impactful images using Adobe Lightroom Classic's latest AI-driven updates! Learn from Kimberly as she unveils the power of these recent enhancements, designed to streamline your editing process and elevate your photography to new heights.

    In this class, you'll:

    • Harness intelligent masking technology to enhance your images effortlessly, with options tailored to luminance, color range, gradients, radials, and AI-selected elements like subjects, objects, backgrounds, and skies.
    • Master the art of managing mask layers to refine selections and achieve stunning results, with techniques such as addition, subtraction, inversion, and intersection.
    • Implement a step-by-step process to simplify your editing workflow using these new features, including creating presets to optimize your masking techniques.
    • Save valuable time by maximizing your productivity in Lightroom, reducing reliance on external editing software like Photoshop.

    Join Kimberly as she shares her expertise and reveals how these updated features have transformed her editing process, making it faster, simpler, and more enjoyable. Unlock the full potential of Lightroom and take your photography to the next level with these cutting-edge techniques!

    Questions: Contact Chris Wooley

    Register for Zoom Link

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  • SW Dist: UPS Campus Pics and Dinner

    • 19 Sep 2024
    • 4:30 PM - 8:30 PM
    • University of Puget Sound, 1500 N Warner St, Tacoma, WA 98416
    Register


    SW District - UPS Campus Pics and Dinner
    A Fun Photography Hangout at the University of Puget Sound

    Thursday, September 18th, 4:30 – 8:30pm

    This social event will include a lifestyle photo session at the University of Puget Sound. This is a great opportunity to practice lifestyle portrait photography in a beautiful setting. 

     We'll photograph 2-3 models for two hours, then wrap up and head to dinner nearby.

    For more info: click here and a map  of location on campus

    Questions, Contact: Jim Skintuay


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  • SW District Zoom: Coffee, Cameras & Conversation (reoccurring))

    • 24 Sep 2024
    • 26 Aug 2025
    • 12 sessions
    • on Zoom
    Register

     Register for Zoom Link

    for the

    'Coffee, Cameras and Conversation'


    Here in the Southwest District, we believe it is our mission to become better creatives. Join us for a monthly SW PPW (virtual) gathering, ‘Coffee, Cameras and Conversation’ where we can connect and get to know our other PPW members and share on the journey to better. Normally, we meet every fourth Tuesday morning at 9am.

    No pressure to attend, the cost is free – just your time. Plan to join in the fun with Joni Atkinson (simply_statedphotography@wavecable.com) and register today and we will send you the link to join.  You may register at ppw.org/comingevents or click the Register for Zoom Link on this email.

    Everything is better fully caffeinated!

    A confirmation email will be sent with the Zoom Link after you register. You only need to register once for this reoccurring event. The system will send you a reminder just before each monthly event. 

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  • PPA/PPW Edu: 2024 Fall Event

    • 12 Oct 2024
    • 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
    • Battle Ground Community Center, 912 East Main Street, Battle Ground, WA
    • 24
    Register

    2024 PPW Fall Event:

    Innovative Photography Techniques & Image Competition Insights

    Saturday, October 12 – 9am – 4:30
    Battle Ground Community Center, 912 East Main Street, Battle Ground, WA

    Join PPW for a full day with Russell Robinson, CPP and Bryan Welsh, M. Photog., Cr., CPP – share the day for learning how to blend technical skill with creative vision - then take that knowledge and creatively apply it to your images for competition – a day that takes creativity from start to finish!

    Register Today!

    In the morning: Russell Robinson will share Innovative Photography Techniques which will include real-time camera tethering to a laptop, allowing attendees to see the process unfold on a projection screen.

    Whether you're an intermediate photographer looking to expand your skills or an expert seeking fresh ideas, this presentation will offer valuable tips and inspiration for your own creative projects.

    He will demonstrate live:

    • Creating Surreal Underwater Scenes: Learn how to use a fish tank, strobes with colored gels, and everyday items to create a captivating underwater scene.
    • Floating Coffee Cups: Discover how to make coffee cups appear as if they’re floating in mid-air using fishing line and minimal post-processing techniques.
    • Transforming Product Shots with Creative Backgrounds: Explore the art of top-down product photography and learn how to use Photoshop to change the surface background

    In the afternoon: Bryan Welsh will go deep on Image Competition Insights - things to know before you push submit when entering a competition.

    It can feel like there is information only the most experienced photographers know as they prepare their images for competition. Have you ever wanted to know the ins & outs of competition? It’s not about conforming to a particular recipe but understanding the key components you can apply to your images and enhance your chances of doing well.

    • Create images with lasting impact that showcase your creativity and style.
    • Tell the story of your subjects in a way that complements your composition and leads to a defined center of interest.
    • Know the checklist of all-things technical excellence and watch your images not get knocked down over fixable errors.

    This class is for everyone who wants a better, deeper, thorough understanding of how the 12 Elements work together so you can see your best competition work realized.

    When: Saturday October 12 – 9am – 4:30

    Where: Battle Ground Community Center, 912 East Main Street Battle Ground, WA

    Cost: PPW/PPA members $129 and Non-members $229

    PPW Contact: Aaron Hockley

    Suggested hotel with reduced rates Once you are on the hotel site, click "View Prices" in the upper right and choose your days. You should see the group rate of $131.  Must book by September 11th


    Register Today!



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  • Fall Board Meeting

    • 13 Oct 2024
    • 9:00 AM
    • Holiday Inn Express - Salmon Creek 13101 NE 27th Ave, Vancouver, WA 98686.
    Register


    We will be meeting on Oct 13th at 9am at the Holiday Inn Express - Salmon Creek
    13101 NE 27th Ave, Vancouver, WA 98686.

    Board meetings are open to all members. Board members, please, register so we know you are attending.

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  • PPA Edu: f/ Around and Find Out

    • 03 Nov 2024
    • 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
    • 28 W Indiana Ave, STE C, Spokane WA 99205
    Register


    f/ Around and Find Out: Hands-On Photography Workshop 

    Sunday, November 3, 9am - 4:30pm

    Head and Tails Photography, 28 W Indiana Ave, STE C - Spokane, WA 99205

    Join us for "f/ Around and Find Out," a dynamic hands-on photography workshop where you'll explore and experiment with the latest gadgets, accessories, and tools. Bring your camera, dive into creative techniques, and collaborate with fellow photographers as we push boundaries and elevate our craft together. 

    Come ready to learn, play, and grow in a supportive environment designed to ignite your passion for photography!

    Instructors: Rachel Wooley, M.Photog., CPP  + Chris Wooley M.Photog., Cr., CPP 

    PPW/PPA Member: $49
    Non-Member: $59

    Register today!


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PPW Annual Educational Conference

Every year PPW hosts an Annual Educational Conference and Image Competition.  In addition to learning from the masters, we provide fun and fellowship with our Fun Party Auction which raises money to allow PPW to give out scholarships every year. To honor those who earned enough merits, we present them with Membership Medallions at our President's Banquet. At this event we also reveal who won trophies from the Image Competition. Good times and definitely something to not miss! Keep checking back to learn about our upcoming Spring Conference.

PPW  Image Competition

If photography is an important part of your life, don't miss the biggest PPW event of the year!

Entering your state competition is one of the best ways to push yourself to be more. You'll learn where you stand—how your photography matches up with your peers. You'll learn about the 12 Elements of a Merit Image, and start incorporating them into your daily photography. You'll learn what it takes to create a merit image and if you stick with it, you may be a Trophy or Award Winner. To see what they are check them out on Trophy & Award Goals.

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