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Welcome to the Kansas Professional Photographers Association
KPPA is an association of photographers and those working within the photography industry. Supporting photography as a profession and an art is one of the primary goals of this organization. Thus we provide mentors, training, KPPA Shutter Expos, and guidance to help members improve their skills. Technical skill, creative artistry, and business management are the essentials of a successful photographer. Association with others in the photography yields growth and experience you cannot gain on your own. Members gain skills from Zoom Coffee and Conversations, Creative Crew Events, merited f:stops, and KPPA Shutter Expos offered every year. Some of those events are even free to members. Technical training from some of the industries best photographers is only part of what we offer. We invite everyone, Members, and NON-members to participate in Our Annual KPPA Shutter Expo State Image Competition and Awards Banquet. We also offer an exclusive benefit to our members of an annual Image Critique event as well as an annual Image Review event to help in preparation for our upcoming State Competition. Members receive accolades for support of the organization and national participation through Our KPPA Fellowship Program.
Upcoming Educational Events
2025 Winter Shutter Expo and 75th Diamond Jubilee
All Things Dogs - Photographing Dogs in Studio and Outdoors
KPPA merited f:stop
Ashley Metler Photography
Saturday March 1st, 2025
9AM - 4PM
Belle Plaine, KS 67013
Meet Your Host
Ashley Metler
Master Photographer and APAI
GIA Finalist 2021
IPC Top 32 Finalist 2024
IPC Finalist 2025
PPA Loan/Imaging Excellence 2020 - 2024
Ashley specializes in animal portraiture and has a love for print competition.
Beginner's Guide to Print Competition and the 12 Elements
KPPA merited f:stop
Ashley Metler Photography
Saturday June 7th, 2025
9AM - 4PM
Belle Plaine, KS 67013
Why KPPA?
Inspire
At KPPA we hope to help inspire our members to create new and exciting art! Professional development for the serious photographer starts with the creative process. Join us in our many different educational opportunities to inspire your creative mind!
Educate
Education is at the core of our photography organization, as we believe in empowering individuals to hone their skills and expand their knowledge in the art of photography. Through a variety of collaborative learning events and experiences, we aim to cultivate a community of informed and skilled photographers who continuously evolve in their craft. We offer a variety of learning opportunities from Zoom Coffee and Conversations, Creative Crew Events, merited f:stops, and KPPA Shutter Expos offered every year.
Community
At KPPA we understand the importance of connections and shared experiences among photographers. We foster a supportive environment where members can exchange ideas, provide feedback, and build lasting relationships. Whether online or in person, our community thrives on the mutual passion for photography that brings us together. Our community runs deep and there is always someone to help answer questions when you're stumped.
Family
Family is a fundamental value that is the groundwork our organization, fostering a sense of belonging and camaraderie among our members. We view our organization as an extended family where individuals are not only colleagues but also friends who share a common love for photography. We prioritize creating a welcoming atmosphere where everyone feels valued and supported. Every year our members gather multiple times to shoot, share and socialize, making us more of a family than an organization. Just like family, we're always here for each other.
KPPA Official Merch
Shop t-shirts, tank tops, tumblers and more!
Ready To Join?
If you’re ready to take your photography to the next level, a membership with Kansas Professional Photographers Association is a great place to start! We’re not only a professional organization, but a family of photographers you can count on whenever you need something.
There’s something for everyone!
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Stay in the loop by signing up.
If you want to stay in the loop about all the educational opportunities KPPA has to offer, simply give us your information and we’ll notify you of upcoming Zoom Coffee and Conversations, Creative Crew Events, merited f:stops, KPPA Shutter Expos, Image Competition, and more.
