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Aug

04

2025

Picture This: How SEO Can Help Photographers Get Found – And What to Do With Your Images

Picture This: How SEO Can Help Photographers Get Found – And What to Do With Your ImagesAs a professional photographer, your website is your digital storefront. It’s where potential clients come to view your work, decide if you’re ...

Alexis - Heisa - Dog-Haus-Photography

Aug

03

2025

Member Spotlight - Alexis Heisa -Dog Haus Photography

Welcome to Member Spotlight with Alexis Heisa of Dog Haus Photography To see more of Alexis work, or to connect:Email Address* alexis@doghausphotography.com Phone Number* 760-605-2276 Professional Details  Company Name* Dog ...

Jul

11

2025

Community Is the Key to Confidence in Your Photography Career

Professional Photographers of San Diego County (PPSDC) is more than just a group — it’s where photographers grow, connect, and thrive.If you’ve ever sat alone editing into the night, second-guessing whether your work is good ...

Jun

15

2025

Email Prompts For Photographers

Email Marketing That Works: Prompts to Keep Your Photography Business Thriving Right NowIn a time when digital content is everywhere, email remains one of the most effective tools photographers can use to build relationships, stay top of mind, and ...

May

29

2025

Leading with Heart: The Personal Fulfillment of Lifting Others

Leading with Heart: Friends, Fun, Fulfillment; The Personal Fulfillment of Working TogetherAsk anyone who’s served on the PPSDC board and they’ll tell you — the joy of working together and lifting each other up is what ...

May

19

2025

Stronger Together: The Power of a Creative Brain Trust

Stronger Together: The Power Of A Creative Brain TrustThere’s something magical that happens when creatives collaborate. Ideas multiply, perspectives shift, and innovation flourishes. That’s exactly what happens on the PPSDC board. ...

May

15

2025

Beyond The Lens: How Serving on a Board Elevates Your Life and Career

 When most photographers think of professional development, they imagine workshops, lighting courses, or editing classes. But what if one of the most powerful growth opportunities came not from behind the camera, but around a boardroom table? ...

May

08

2025

Step Into The Unknown-Preparing for our 2nd Image Competition of 2025

Step Into the Unknown: Week 2 Challenge – Experiment with the UnfamiliarWe all LOVE photography! But, sometimes doing the same thing over and over again, well, it gets old. What if your next creative breakthrough lives just beyond the edge of ...

May

05

2025

Be The Go-To Source For Digital Assets & Images

Thinking of Adding a New Tool to Your Tool Belt?In today’s fast-paced business world, standing out isn’t just about offering a great service—it’s about being the go-to source for the digital assets brands need to thrive. More ...

Apr

01

2025

Dan McClanahan Commercial Portrait Workshop

In February 2025, Dan McClanahan brought his signature energy and precision to San Diego, presenting a dynamic workshop on creating high-impact, commercial-style portraits using a five-light setup and bold color gels. Known for blending technical ...

Mar

07

2025

The Twelve Elements Of A Merit Image

What are these Twelve Elements? Where can you find them? And most of all, what do they mean?If you’re new to image competition, this can be overwhelming, after all, how do the judges judge and based on what? That's why PPA has the Twelve ...

Feb

19

2025

Dan McClanahan Workshop Wrap Up

 Photography has to be one of the most demanding professions when it comes to ongoing education. Every aspect of the photographic process has a workshop, online class, or training available to refine and improve skills.I’ve attended ...

Feb

01

2025

Thinking Outside the Box: Staying Relevant, Profitable, and Inspired in a Changing Industry

The photography industry is evolving faster than ever. With rising costs, shifting client expectations, and rapid technological advancements, experienced photographers face a unique challenge: how to stay relevant, profitable, and creatively ...

Jan

15

2025

Mark Your Calendars: 2025 Has New Dates for Our Upcoming Image Competition Season!

Mark Your Calendars: 2025 Has New Dates for Our Upcoming Image Competition Season! Big Changes for 2025: Image Competition Starts in March, and We've added a  January Critique Event!The Board of Directors and our Image Competition ...

Jan

10

2025

Why Professional Photographers are Worth it!

Why Professional Photographers Are Worth It: The Difference Between Good Enough and Professional in PhotographyIn a world where everyone with a smartphone considers themselves a photographer, it’s easy to forget the true artistry and ...

Jan

03

2025

Stop Chasing Dreams and Capture Them

This year, don’t just chase your dreams—capture them. With PPSDC, 2025 can be your best year yet as you:✨ Master Your Craft – Gain new skills and techniques through hands-on workshops, expert speakers, and image competitions ...

Nov

12

2024

Member Spotlight with Thom Vollenweider

Interview by Marketing Chair: Karen Floyd with member, Thom Vollenweider. Thom was the PPSDC General Meeting Speaker sharing his enormous career on August 5, 2024.This is a Q & A style interview.Karen The first question, what do ...

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