British Professional Photographic Associates
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| SWPP and BPPA | |
|---|---|
| Type | Photographic Trade Association |
| Founded | 1988 |
| Headquarters |  Rhyl, Denbighshire, UK |
| Industry | Photography |
| Website | www.swpp.co.uk |
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[edit] Society of Wedding and Portrait Photographers
Established in 1988 under the Chairmanship of Derek Avery, the Society of Wedding and Portrait Photographers was founded to service the needs of professional wedding and portrait photographers, whether in full or part time occupations.
[edit] British Professional Photographic Associates
British Professional Photographic Associates was established in the 1980s under the leadership of Nigel Greenstreet. The trade association's aim was to set up a professional body to encourage high professional standards and ethics in photography market. They soon developed the saying "All photographers are not alike!" as their motto.
One of its roles is to encourages the development and discussion about all aspects of the business of photography and promotes the interests of photographers. This is conducted through seminars, workshops, road shows and even by offering its members industry recognised qualifications.
The group provides lists of recognised and qualified professional photographer through out the world. All of them meeting strict standards of conduct as laid down in the groups rules. It's commitment to improving already high standards meant that the public could trust that the photographer they booked would deliver the results they required.
In January 2000 the BPPA and the Chief Executive of SWPP Philip Jones announced the merger between the Society of Wedding and Portrait Photographers and the BPPA. This merger meant the two prominent organisations would be under the umbrella of the SWPP and known as the SWPP - BPPA. In a joint statement they believed that the new society would form one of the strongest photographic organisations in the UK and still keep the high standards that both groups had become known for.
The SWPP – BPPA Society has seen its membership grow rapidly since, with not only UK members, but international photographers joining the fold. Many are keen to be associated with the Society as a whole due to its success.
2005 saw the start of major changes within the society and in late 2006 new systems were implemented to help promote it's members and inform the general public about the benefits a professional photographer can offer.
[edit] Professional Imagemaker
Professional Imagemaker is published six times each year with regular contributions.
Professional Imagemaker is seen as one of the most informative magazines in the photographic business.
Magazine Contents: Equipment Reviews Digital Capture Tutorials Photographer Profiles Techniques Architectural Photography Marketing Tips Wedding and Portrait Tutorials Industry News High End Capture Articles Print Competition
In order to reflect the change in the membership and the way the professional photography industry has changed, the broad aims for our magazine title are as follows:–
To enhance the prestige of the SWPP & BPPA and to educate and inform its members in the matter of photographic technology technique, business matters and creativity. Digital technology is a key element in today’s professional photography and the content is biased toward the use of that technology in professional practice. To keep the membership abreast of developments in this rapidly changing area of activity. To provide a focussed assessment of photographic and allied products which are of specific interest to those who earn money from their photography. To provide educational and informative articles beneficial to the continuous professional development of the members. To showcase the work of members in order to encourage, inspire, educate and enthuse the readership.
