Resource Directory
Suggested resources for project photographers and others interested in learning about project photography
Photography Organizations
Publications
Photography Schools
Funding
Indigenous Peoples Organizations
Miscellaneous
Organizations
Advertising Photographers of America
Professional association of advertising photographers offering resources and educational programs.
African-American Photographers Guild
Organization for photographers working in the African-American community.
American Society of Media Photographers
Founded in 1944, the ASMP is a professional organization and foundation supporting educational programming and advocacy.
American Society of Picture Professionals
Association of professionals working with all aspects of commercial image production, from photography and editing to publishing.
Associacao Brasileira dos Fotografos de Publicidade
Photography organization based in Brazil.
Associazione Nazionale Fotografi Professionisti
Photography organization based in Italy.
Australian Commercial & Media Photographers
Organization for professional photographers extensively involved in lobbying the Australian government.
British Association of Picture Libraries and Agencies
Trade association providing promotional services and advocacy on behalf of approximately 400 corporate members.
British Institute of Professional Photography
Professional association offering members benefits including insurance, training, and legal helpline.
Bund Freischaffender Foto-Designer
Photography organization based in Germany.
Canadian Association for Photographic Art
Association of photographers with local chapters across Canada sponsoring workshops and competitions.
Commercial Industrial Photographers of New England
Nonprofit supporting regional, commercial photographers providing workshops and an annual conference.
Commercial Photographers International
Professional association of photographers offering direct benefits to members, a marketplace, and sponsorship of the P3 Competition.
A California based association promoting commercial photography.
Nonprofit organization that nurtures and supports contemporary fine art and documentary photographers of diverse cultures.
Evidence Photographers International Council
Organization of forensic photographers sponsoring workshops and offering a certification program.
International Association of Panoramic Photographers
Focused upon promoting panoramic photography, the organization sponsors an annual conference and competition.
International Federation of Journalists
Influential international association, with over half a million members, working to promote freedom of the press and human rights across the globe.
National Association of Photoshop Professionals
Publisher of Photoshop User magazine offering Adobe Photoshop training and resources.
National Press Photographers Association
Professional organization promoting the interests of photojournalists, including member services and advocacy for freedom of the press.
North American Nature Photographers Association
Non-profit organization and foundation promoting nature photography and providing educational resources, scholarships, as well as member benefits including insurance.
Trade association providing support to photo imaging businesses.
Photographic Society of America
Organization of amateur and professional photographers sponsoring competition, study groups, and an annual conference.
Picture Archive Council of America
Trade association of over 100 companies promoting the interests of image stock archive businesses.
British professional organization for photo researchers and editors offering university level as well as part time courses.
Professional Photographers Association of New England
Regional professional organization sponsoring competitions, workshops, and an annual convention.
Professional Photographers of America
Professional association promoting the industry by providing educational resources as well as advocacy by lobbying the US Congress and government offices.
Professional Photographers of Canada
Umbrella association of several constituent organizations in Canada offering competitions, accreditation, and exhibitions.
Professional Women Photographers
New York based organization of women photographers providing monthly meetings, educational resources, and group exhibitions.
Rocky Mountain Outdoor Writers and Photographers
Founded in 1973, this regional organization of professionals and amateurs sponsors workshops, conferences, and an annual contest.
Samenwerkende Vakfotografen Nederland
Photography organization based in the Netherlands.
Society for Photographic Education
Organization of fine art photographers, educators, curators as well as others interested in photographic education, offering regional conferences and educational resources.
Society of American Travel Writers
Professional association of individuals working in the writers, photographers, producers, and others in the travel industry.
Society of Environmental Journalists
Professional association working to promote the coverage of environmental issues by providing story tips, discussion forums, and monitoring media outlets.
Society of Professional Journalists
Century old professional association of US journalists working to promote freedom of the press and to assist journalists by providing trainings, legal resources, and industry connections.
Trade association providing legal resources, advocacy, and other membership benefits.
Photography organization based in Sweden.
The Association of Photographers
British trade association promoting the industry through lobbying and legal resources.
Non-profit organization focusing on image management in commercial and educational settings offering professional networking, educational resources, and an annual conference.
White House News Photographers Association
Professional organization providing small grants, traveling exhibitions, and an annual contest.
Women in Photography International
Founded in 1981, the organization works to highlight and promote the work of women photographers through exhibitions and juried competitions.