2025 is Calling...
Unlock Your Best Year Yet with TCPPA
Our Annual Membership Drive is LIVE!
$50 Early Bird Savings for Studio-Level Membership + 12 Chances to Win Big!
Ready to take your photography business to the next level in 2025? Joining TCPPA is your ticket to a year of unparalleled growth, creativity, and connection. Join TCPPA today as a Studio-level member and save $50 on your annual dues! (regular TCPPA Studio Membership is $349, early bird rate is $299.)
Even better, sign up during our 12 Days of Giveaways* for 12 chances to win a prize valued at $50 or more! We have over $1,700 in prizes to give away including the following (in random order!):
*2025 Studio membership dues must be paid in full by Oct 26 through our website to enter into the 12 Days of Giveaways.
No refunds on any memberships (per TCPPA By-Laws). The earlier you pay your 2025 Studio membership dues, the more chances you have to win in the daily drawings. Must be different recipients for PPA prizes.
1 Full level PPA Membership ($323 value)
ACI Lab Credit $100 loaded to your account
Fuel Card at KwikTrip
Camera Cleaning at Northwest Camera Repair
IMAGING USA 2025 All Access Gift Pass (valued $429)
Lakewood Tavern Gift Card
Machine Shed Gift Card
McKenna $50 Credit loaded to your account
Two National Camera Exchange $50 Gift Cards
Three WHCC 75 Greeting Card Gift Certificates (each valued at over $150)
12 Days of Giveaways Countdown:
Our 2025 Speaker Line-Up will blow you away!
The 2025 TCPPA speaker lineup is out of this world! We've got top industry leaders ready to share their game-changing techniques and strategies with YOU. If there's ever a year to join, 2025 is IT. Don’t take our word for it—watch the video below and see for yourself:
Why join TCPPA?
If our 2025 speaker line-up isn't enough for you, the know this....TCPPA isn’t just an association; it’s a vibrant community that will support your business, sharpen your skills, and introduce you to like-minded professionals who are just as passionate about photography as you are. 2025 is going to be an incredible year, with our best line-up of events, speakers, and workshops yet!
Below are just a few benefits of becoming a member of TCPPA
Monthly education events with industry experts.
Exclusive pricing to workshops for in-depth learning experiences.
Networking with other professional photographers.
Members-only access to our Book Club
Members-only access to vendor discounts.
Peer Reviews of your images for competition.
Certification Support for PPA degrees.
And much more!
Limited Time Offer – Early Bird Special!
Join TCPPA before the deadline and get $50 off a Studio-level membership. This discount is available only for a limited time, so don’t wait!
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Don't miss out on our 12 Days of Giveaways!
Sign up during our 12 Days of Giveaways during October 15-26 and you’ll be entered to win one of 12 amazing prizes, each valued at $50 or more. The earlier you join, the more chances you have to win!
What's holding you back?
As photographers, we all face the same challenges:
Feeling isolated in your business?
It's easy to feel like you're on an island, but with TCPPA, you’ll be connected to a community that understands your struggles.
Want to grow your skills?
Keeping up with the latest trends and technology can feel overwhelming. With TCPPA, you’ll have access to industry-leading education and hands-on learning to keep your skills sharp.
Struggling to grow your business?
Marketing, networking, and business growth can be tough, but TCPPA provides the tools, knowledge, and community to help you thrive
Don't just take our word for it...
Here's what our Studio Members are saying:
“As a TCPPA Studio Member, you feel part of a special photo community. The monthly educational events are from some of the best leaders in our industry. I'm grateful to have access to a photographers group like TCPPA.”
-Monda Tapp
“TCPPA has helped me elevate my professional portrait photography business in every way! The education is top-tier and the community is warm and welcoming.”
-Sarah Chacos
“Simple answer: I wouldn't be where I am without having joined TCPPA over 14 years ago. Having a monthly educational event in our back yard that brings in national speakers from our industry to share their expertise is worth so much more than the membership rates. Literally thousands of dollars worth of education! This can only be achieved through an active membership in quantity and a group of hard working volunteers to put it all together. A single workshop with one educator can cost more than the annual membership due. And if that isn't enough, having a community of like-minded creatives and entrepreneurs gives photographers a network of support and friendship that is indeed priceless.”
-Nate Peterson
“Being part of TCPPA has been one of the biggest factors in my business success for the last 18 years. The education and implementation of what I’ve learned has allowed me to run a profitable business that supports my family and travel goals!”
-Jeannine Pohl
Choose a Membership That Best Fits Your Needs
We offer three levels of membership - Studio, Associate, and Student.
DON'T WAIT!
Our line up for 2025 promises to knock your socks off!
The $50 early bird savings on a Studio-level membership won’t last forever! You don’t want to miss out on your chance to win during our 12 Days of Giveaways!
Join TCPPA now and get ready for a transformative 2025!
TCPPA Membership Code of Ethics
As a member of the PPA Community Network, TCPPA has agreed to support the Professional Photographers of America (PPA)'s Principles of Association. Before admission to membership in the Association, a person, firm, or institution must agree to abide by the following Code of Ethics:
We must:
a. Endeavor to maintain a dignity of manner in his/her behavior, in the presentation of his/her photography and photographic services, and in his/her appearance and that of his/her studio or place of business, and in all other forms of public contact.
b. Observe the highest standard of honesty in all his/her transactions, avoiding the use of false, confusing, inaccurate or misleading terms, descriptions and claims.
c. Endeavor to produce photographs equal or superior in quality to the samples he/she displays, to apply his/her efforts toward providing the best possible photographic services and to play his/her part in raising the general standard of photographic craftsmanship.
d. Show a friendly spirit of cooperation and sportsmanship to his/her professional photographer colleagues and assist them whenever possible, if they are in trouble or difficulty.
e. Avoid the use of unfair competitive practices as determined by any court of competent jurisdiction, the federal anti-trust laws and related statutes.
f. Assist and share his/her knowledge with his/her photographer colleagues and encourage them individually and collectively to achieve and maintain the highest standard of quality.
g. Recognize the authority of TCPPA in all matters relating to the interpretation of this code.
The membership of any person, firm or institution who repudiates or violates this code may be terminated by the Board and Membership Committee. A two-thirds affirmative vote of those present and voting shall be required for termination.
From TCPPA By-Laws ARTICLE III, Sections 1-2
"Twin Cities Professional Photography Association" is a 501(c)6 non-profit organization.