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  • Business Advisory Board Meeting

    • 14 Apr 2025
    • 09 Mar 2026
    • 12 sessions
    • via Zoom
    Register

    The Advisory Board

    The Advisory Board is PPW’s monthly business mastermind program that meets on Zoom, 2nd Monday of each month at 10:00am. Exchange ideas and tackle the problems that are holding you back. 

    Content will be member-driven, and guided by the 5 proficiency areas needed to earn your Fellow of Business degree.

    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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  • Coffee, Cameras and Conversation Zoom

    • 25 Nov 2025
    • 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
    • on Zoom
    Register

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    '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 Jim Skintauy (jim@angeldogphotographpy.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.

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  • Make the Most of your Membership - ZOOM meeting

    • 30 Nov 2025
    • via Zoom

    SAVE THE DATE!

    Join Faye Johnson on ZOOM to learn all about what PPW has to offer - and how to get the most out of your membership.

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  • End of the year celebration - Northwest District

    • 20 Dec 2025
    • 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
    Register

    nw district end of year party

    Take a break from the holiday crazies and hang out with your PPW friends over lunch at Lara Grauer Photography. Register by December 12th so we can make arrangements for food. See you there! 

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  • Quarterly Business Planning - Q4/1

    • 05 Jan 2026
    • 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM
    • Zoom

    SAVE THE DATE!

    Quarterly Business Planning for Professional Photographers

    Get focused. Get clear. Get ahead.

    Join us for a powerful, productivity-focused business review session designed specifically for working photographers. This quarterly planning event is your opportunity to reflect, refocus, and set intentional goals for the next 90 days—with guidance, structure, and the support of your professional community.

    What to Expect:

    Led by photographer and facilitator Lara Grauer, this all-day virtual session will walk you through a proven quarterly review process. You’ll examine key areas of your business—sales, bookings, and marketing—and use that data to celebrate wins, identify growth opportunities, and set achievable, strategic goals for the next quarter.

    This is not a passive webinar or lecture. You’ll engage in a series of guided reflections and focused work blocks, alternating between small-group discussion and solo planning time.

    Whether you’re a portrait, wedding, or specialty photographer, this session will help you:

    * Reflect on what worked (and what didn’t) in the last quarter
    * Pinpoint trends and insights from your own business data
    * Create a clear, customized action plan for the next 3 months
    * Reconnect with your “why” and boost your momentum
    Event Details:

    Date & Time:  January 5, 2026, 9:30AM–4:30 PM (Pacific) - with a break for lunch
    Location: Zoom (link provided upon registration)

    Who Should Attend: Professional photographers at any stage—new or established—who are serious about building a thriving, sustainable business

    What to Bring: Access to your sales, bookings, and marketing data from the last 3 months


    Bonus: PPW Advisory Board members earn 1 Business Merit for attending. Other attendees may earn 1 Business Merit with their paid registration. Otherwise, this event is free to attend.

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  • Hang out with PPW friends at ImagingUSA

    • 11 Jan 2026
    • 13 Jan 2026

    ImagingUSA is happening in Nashville, TN, and many of your PPW colleagues will be attending. Learn more and register here.

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  • DEADLINE: PPA Photo Workshop Teacher Applications

    • 18 Feb 2026

    Teaching a Photography Workshop for PPA? Make sure you submit your application  today! 

    Information from PPA is available here. 

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  • PPW State Image Competition

    • 29 Mar 2026
    • 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    • via Zoom


    Our 2026 State Image Competition is set for Sunday, March 29th starting at 9am PST.

    Deadlines:

    Early registration January 1, 2026 @ 12:00 AM PST until March 15, 2026 @ 11:59 PM PST
    Late registration March 16, 2026 until March 22, 2026 @ 11:59 PM PST

    Fees: 

    Entrant Type            Entry Fee          Late Entry Fee
    PPW Member          $20 / Image        $30 / Image
    Non-Member            $25 / Image        $35 / Image

    The 2026 Jurors are Ella Carlson, Thea Martin, Ivan Domazet, Julie Savage, David Downs and lead by Chris Wooley.


    New to print competition? A seasoned competitor? Check out our resources, competition details, explanation videos and all the rules for all categories (There are new rules and categories for 2026!) on our website by going to 2026 Image Competition Info.


    Submit Images Here!

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  • Quarterly Business Planning - Q1/2

    • 06 Apr 2026
    • 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM
    • Zoom

    SAVE THE DATE!

    Quarterly Business Planning for Professional Photographers

    Get focused. Get clear. Get ahead.

    Join us for a powerful, productivity-focused business review session designed specifically for working photographers. This quarterly planning event is your opportunity to reflect, refocus, and set intentional goals for the next 90 days—with guidance, structure, and the support of your professional community.

    What to Expect:

    Led by photographer and facilitator Lara Grauer, this all-day virtual session will walk you through a proven quarterly review process. You’ll examine key areas of your business—sales, bookings, and marketing—and use that data to celebrate wins, identify growth opportunities, and set achievable, strategic goals for the next quarter.

    This is not a passive webinar or lecture. You’ll engage in a series of guided reflections and focused work blocks, alternating between small-group discussion and solo planning time.

    Whether you’re a portrait, wedding, or specialty photographer, this session will help you:

    * Reflect on what worked (and what didn’t) in the last quarter
    * Pinpoint trends and insights from your own business data
    * Create a clear, customized action plan for the next 3 months
    * Reconnect with your “why” and boost your momentum
    Event Details:

    Date & Time:  April 6, 2026, 9:30AM–4:30 PM (Pacific) - with a break for lunch
    Location: Zoom (link provided upon registration)

    Who Should Attend: Professional photographers at any stage—new or established—who are serious about building a thriving, sustainable business

    What to Bring: Access to your sales, bookings, and marketing data from the last 3 months


    Bonus: PPW Advisory Board members earn 1 Business Merit for attending. Other attendees may earn 1 Business Merit with their paid registration. Otherwise, this event is free to attend.

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  • 2026-2027 Business Advisory Board

    • 13 Apr 2026
    • 08 Mar 2027
    • 12 sessions
    • Zoom
    Registration is closed

    The Advisory Board 2026-2027

    The Advisory Board is PPW’s monthly business mastermind program that meets on Zoom, 2nd Monday of each month at 10:00am. Exchange ideas and tackle the problems that are holding you back. 

    Content will be member-driven, and guided by the 5 proficiency areas needed to earn your Fellow of Business degree.

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

    Registration opens January 1st!

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  • 2026 INNOVATE - Washington's Photo Conference

    • 18 Apr 2026
    • 8:30 AM
    • 19 Apr 2026
    • 11:00 PM
    • Davenport Grand Hotel, Spokane WA
    Register


    Get ready to INNOVATE!

    Washington’s premier photography conference returns April 18–19, 2026 at the Davenport Grand Hotel in Spokane, WA.

    Join photographers from across the region for two incredible days of creativity, learning, and connection.

    Experience The Creative Lab, where experimental photography meets personal expression through hands-on exercises and unique finishing techniques. Explore The Intelligent Muse, using AI to spark Photoshop artistry and push your creative boundaries. Refine your storytelling in Elevator Pitch, capture dynamic moments in Smartphone Videography, and watch professional techniques come to life during the Seniors Live Demo.

    Beyond the classes, enjoy the elegant awards banquet, lively parties, and endless opportunities to connect, network, and celebrate this year’s image competition winners. Every moment is designed to reignite your creativity and remind you why you love photography.

    Arrive early for the optional Pre-Conference: “Light Anything” on April 17, a Commercial Lighting Class that will transform the way you see and shape light.

    Stay an extra day for the Business Institute on April 20, an optional add-on to strengthen your photography business and elevate your success.

    Innovate 2026. Creativity. Community. Connection.

    Registration Fees:

    PPW/PPA Member - Early Bird (today to 12-31-2025) $249.00    
    PPW/PPA Member - Regular Price (02-1-2026 to 2-28-2026) $299.00    
    PPW/PPA Member - Late fee (03-1-2026 to 04-5-2026) $329.00    
    Non-Member (today to 04-5-2026) $349.00
    New Member (requires $200 membership dues pd) $174    
    Banquet Meal Only - $75
    Life Members call Faye to register

    Pre Con "Lighting Anything" w/Jeahn Laffitte - Add $139

    Post Con "The Business Institute" - Add $159

    Davenport Grand Hotel 
    333 West Spokane Falls Boulevard, Spokane, WA, 99201 

    Note: During April, hotel rooms are quite limited with all the Spokane events going on that weekend. 

    To make reservations - $149/ single or double king plus $6/night parking

    This deal expires Friday, March 20th at Midnight

    INNOVATE is sponsored by the Professional Photographers of Washington, a Community Network of PPA.

    Program Refund/Cancellation Policies: Withdrawal from attending may be made by written request no later than 30 calendar days prior to the event and is subject to a $50 administration fee. Withdrawal fewer than 30 calendar days prior to the event is non-refundable. PPW reserves the right to cancel courses or refuse admission to any attendee. In case of a cancellation by PPW, the attendee will receive a full refund. Returned checks incur a $25 service fee. 

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  • Post-Con PPAEdu Class: The 2026 Business Institute

    • 20 Apr 2026
    • 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    • Breshears Photography 3911 N. Monroe, Spokane 99205
    Register

    The 2026 Business Institute

    Monday, April 20, 2026, 9am - 5:00pm

    PPW/PPA members $179
    Non-Members $229

    Where: Breshears Photography 3911 N. Monroe, Spokane 99205 

    Are you an aspiring photographer or wanting to take your business to the next level? Have you ever wondered what people mean when they say "know your numbers?" This is the place to find out!

    Your day will start with understanding business metrics. Learn about key numbers to track and how you can use them to plan for success. 

    Next, you'll dive into pricing so you can finally be confident when you hear that age-old question, "How much do you charge?"

    Finally, you'll explore the strategy behind sales & define a process that gets you to your goals.

    This is not a lecture - it's a guided session designed to help you actively work ON your business!

    To learn more about The Business Program.

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  • DEADLINE: Register to take PPA Photography Workshops

    • 03 May 2026

    Interested in taking a PPA Photography Workshop? Today is the last day to register online.

    Information from PPA is available here. 

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  • Quarterly Business Planning - Q2/3

    • 06 Jul 2026
    • 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM
    • Zoom

    SAVE THE DATE!

    Quarterly Business Planning for Professional Photographers

    Get focused. Get clear. Get ahead.

    Join us for a powerful, productivity-focused business review session designed specifically for working photographers. This quarterly planning event is your opportunity to reflect, refocus, and set intentional goals for the next 90 days—with guidance, structure, and the support of your professional community.

    What to Expect:

    Led by photographer and facilitator Lara Grauer, this all-day virtual session will walk you through a proven quarterly review process. You’ll examine key areas of your business—sales, bookings, and marketing—and use that data to celebrate wins, identify growth opportunities, and set achievable, strategic goals for the next quarter.

    This is not a passive webinar or lecture. You’ll engage in a series of guided reflections and focused work blocks, alternating between small-group discussion and solo planning time.

    Whether you’re a portrait, wedding, or specialty photographer, this session will help you:

    * Reflect on what worked (and what didn’t) in the last quarter
    * Pinpoint trends and insights from your own business data
    * Create a clear, customized action plan for the next 3 months
    * Reconnect with your “why” and boost your momentum
    Event Details:

    Date & Time:  July 6, 2026, 9:30AM–4:30 PM (Pacific) - with a break for lunch
    Location: Zoom (link provided upon registration)

    Who Should Attend: Professional photographers at any stage—new or established—who are serious about building a thriving, sustainable business

    What to Bring: Access to your sales, bookings, and marketing data from the last 3 months


    Bonus: PPW Advisory Board members earn 1 Business Merit for attending. Other attendees may earn 1 Business Merit with their paid registration. Otherwise, this event is free to attend.

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  • DEADLINE: PPA Photo Workshop Teacher Applications

    • 17 Jul 2026

    Teaching a Photography Workshop for PPA? Make sure you submit your application  today! 

    Information from PPA is available here. 

    Show details

  • DEADLINE: Register to take PPA Photography Workshops

    • 31 Aug 2026

    Interested in taking a PPA Photography Workshop? Today is the last day to register online.

    Information from PPA is available here. 

    Show details

  • Quarterly Business Planning - Q3/4

    • 05 Oct 2026
    • 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM
    • Zoom

    SAVE THE DATE!

    Quarterly Business Planning for Professional Photographers

    Get focused. Get clear. Get ahead.

    Join us for a powerful, productivity-focused business review session designed specifically for working photographers. This quarterly planning event is your opportunity to reflect, refocus, and set intentional goals for the next 90 days—with guidance, structure, and the support of your professional community.

    What to Expect:

    Led by photographer and facilitator Lara Grauer, this all-day virtual session will walk you through a proven quarterly review process. You’ll examine key areas of your business—sales, bookings, and marketing—and use that data to celebrate wins, identify growth opportunities, and set achievable, strategic goals for the next quarter.

    This is not a passive webinar or lecture. You’ll engage in a series of guided reflections and focused work blocks, alternating between small-group discussion and solo planning time.

    Whether you’re a portrait, wedding, or specialty photographer, this session will help you:

    * Reflect on what worked (and what didn’t) in the last quarter
    * Pinpoint trends and insights from your own business data
    * Create a clear, customized action plan for the next 3 months
    * Reconnect with your “why” and boost your momentum
    Event Details:

    Date & Time:  October 5, 2026, 9:30AM–4:30 PM (Pacific) - with a break for lunch
    Location: Zoom (link provided upon registration)

    Who Should Attend: Professional photographers at any stage—new or established—who are serious about building a thriving, sustainable business

    What to Bring: Access to your sales, bookings, and marketing data from the last 3 months


    Bonus: PPW Advisory Board members earn 1 Business Merit for attending. Other attendees may earn 1 Business Merit with their paid registration. Otherwise, this event is free to attend.

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  • Hang out with PPW friends at ImagingUSA

    • 31 Jan 2027
    • 02 Feb 2027

    ImagingUSA is happening in Charlotte, NC, and many of your PPW colleagues will be attending. Learn more and register here.

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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:   


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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