david_gard Posted July 10, 2007 Share Posted July 10, 2007 What is the best, reputable NPPA-like organization for wedding/event/corporate photographers? I am a 15 year newspaper photographer and I am beginning to dip my toes in this area. I need to learn about the ins and outs of this side of the business and I do not want to waste my time with sub-standard groups. I also want to go to a trade show and, again, do not want to waste my time and money by going to the wrong one. Thanks for the advice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
annealmasy Posted July 10, 2007 Share Posted July 10, 2007 I'd venture that there aren't any. Consumer photography is not regulated and licensed the way news photography is. You'll be hard-pressed to find an organization equal to NPPA. That said, you might find WPJA to be a good match for you, and PPA has a solid structure from a legal standpoint (and they offer certification). You'll really just have to poke around and find a network/organization that works for you. Because this side of the industry isn't really regulated, it's kind of a dice-roll. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
david_schilling___chicago_ Posted July 10, 2007 Share Posted July 10, 2007 PPA, WPPI, and NAPP......... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
annealmasy Posted July 10, 2007 Share Posted July 10, 2007 Oh, yeh, NAPP is a good one if you take advantage of all their awesome workshops and stuff. They offer a lot of discounts to their members if you travel, too. Good addition, David. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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