The Fastest Growing Worldwide Association for Professional Photographers.

Welcome to the Society of Wedding and Portrait Photographers. If you are looking for a photographer for your wedding or family portrait then visit our members directory to find a member near you. Our members photograph thousands of weddings and can provide beautiful lasting memories of your 'special day'.

When there is such a choice of representative organisations out there you may ask yourself, why the SWPP?

To us the answer is very simple. If you are a newcomer to the industry or considering a career change then we offer the most comprehensive range of educational seminars by inspirational speakers.

The profile of our membership contains many individuals who have enjoyed active careers in many of the traditional 'professions' and to whom 'professionalism' is second nature.

We are dedicated to providing quality training and mentoring to all that ask and want to progress in Professional Photography without prejudice or discrimination.

If you are already in practice and want to gain that all important edge over your competitors, then we can help you too. And what is more, your qualifications will be accredited in respect of your past achievements.

Our invaluable 'Mentor Me' programme enables our members to receive a one to one appraisal of their work and advice for progression. All evaluation reports include recommendations for participation in training programmes pertinent to personal professional development and it doesn't just stop at reaching Licentiateship. In fact, that is only the beginning on a journey of lifelong learning.

As we look to the future, the SWPP Convention January 2011 is set to become the most memorable gathering in the history of worldwide Professional Photography with a stunning array of speakers from all over the world.

We have attracted the support of over 200 of the most influential companies supplying goods and services to professionals worldwide in a trade show that promises to deliver face to face contact with an energetic and aspiring market.

Read the latest articles from professional Imagemaker

On top down under - by Gordon Jovic who looks at wedding photography in 2009

Award-winning portrait photography - is it all in the genes? Looks at award winning mother a daughter team of Eileen Mason and Laura Johnson

The Societies 2010 Convention was an outstanding success,
we have 123 days to get ready for the 2011 convention - which starts on January 11, 2011

What our members say
Why I like the Societies: Ability to share ideas and learn from very talented peers in the weddings and portraiture business. - Ryan J
Find out more about the Societies here

Photo Quote: I never question what to do, it tells me what to do. The photographs make themselves with my help - Ruth Bernhard

Convention testimonials Information overload by end of 1st day of business school. Wonderfully organised by a great team, plaudits to all - Roy
Find out more about the Convention here

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