Photography Organizations, Associations & Networks for Serious Amateur and Professional Photographers

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umbrella light Have you ever wondered about a specific technique or wished you knew someone to give you the secret behind that effect you so admire? Coming together to share ideas, learn new techniques ... or find out about marketing your photography business or getting health insurance is the focus of photography organizations.

Photographer's organizations, clubs, and associations are also often good places to make contacts when you are starting a photography career. Networking with other professionals or amateurs in your field can helpful for photographers at every skill level. No matter what field of photography you work in or where you live, there are plenty of other people with like-minded interests who love to talk shop.

There are a large number of photography groups out there. Some associations welcome new photographers, some organizations prefer to keep the discussion and resources open only to seasoned pros... discover the ones you need to join...

More about photography associations around the Web:

Craig Goldwyn's Photographers' Associations Links - Besides the extensive links to photography organizations, this site's articles cover many techniques Goldwyn has explored in his career.

Camera Clubs - A big list of local clubs within the US for photographers at any skill level.

The Photographic Society of America (PSA) - For amateurs and pro, this group offers a monthly journal, listing of qualified exhibitions by division, and other perks.

Profotos Online - Organizations are linked from this site for photographers to display work and learn more through articles, galleries, networks and links.

American Society of Picture Professionals - The links to professional organizations are a small part of the resources you'll find here. Membership is for pros only.

PDN Online - Digital magazine with forums and info for networking. plus news, feature articles and resources

Photo.net - Busy forums and limitless information, original articles, tutorials.

Women in Photography International (WIPI) - For amateurs and pros, this group offers a space for women by women with information on seminars, marketing, competitions, focus on artists, book reviews and more...