International Photography Association Q &；; A

Where is the headquarters of IPA organization?

The English name of the International Photography Association is International Photography Association, abbreviated as IPA.

She is a legal institution registered with the Hong Kong government and has set up a representative office in Chinese mainland.

What is the nature and purpose of IPA?

International Photography Association (IPA) is an academic, professional, non-political, non-religious global and folk photography organization composed of photographers and photography groups from all over the world. IPA aims to record history, spread civilization, popularize photography, enhance friendship, exchange skills and promote the prosperity and development of international photography.

IPA's institutional setup?

IPA currently has the following institutions:

1. The Standing Council is the leading decision-making body of the International Photography Association.

2. The Secretariat is the executive body and is responsible to the Standing Council.

3. The International Photography Association has seven professional committees.

● Documentary Photography Professional Committee

● Professional Committee of Artistic Photography

● Professional Committee of Advertising Photography

● National Photography Professional Committee

● Military Police Photography Professional Committee

● Professional Committee on Education and Training

● Professional Committee for Technical Review

4. International Photography Network

5. International photo newsletter (newspaper)

6. International Photographer Magazine

7. (Hong Kong) International Photography Academy Limited

8. A liaison office will be established in Chinese mainland, and IPA photography clubs will be established in various cities.

Soon IPA will develop branches in more than 0/00 countries around the world, and tens of thousands of alliance organizations or enterprises will establish cooperative relations with IPA.

What can IPA do?

1, unite photographers and photography agencies all over the world.

2. Actively promote and support photographers and photography organizations in various countries to carry out photography creation, exchange photography skills, study photography theory, and develop photography education and training.

3. Actively develop the photographic culture industry, and build a bridge between producers of photographic equipment, producers and users of photographic works.

4. Carry out photographic cultural exchanges, expand international friendly exchanges, enhance mutual understanding and strengthen photographic information communication.

5. Plan and organize international photography competitions, exhibitions and awards, and collect, edit and publish photography books, periodicals and picture books.

6. Commend and reward those who have made outstanding contributions in photography creation, theoretical research, talent education, organization and planning, editing and publishing, and equipment research and development.

7. Organize the registration of international photographers and international senior photographers.

8. Establish organizations to protect members' rights and interests, and safeguard members' rights and interests according to international law.

9. Organize other affairs related to this Association.

What are the benefits of participating in IPA?

Joining IPA can enhance the influence of photographers in the industry and tap and improve the commercial value of pictures. Being a member of IPA is a photographer's glory, especially becoming a 4-star international photographer. A 5-star international senior photographer should be the photographer's goal.

Services and benefits available to IPA members:

1. Members can actively contribute to the Association, and their works will be published on the official website of the International Photography Association, the International Photography Newsletter and the International Photographer magazine.

2. Obtained the certification of members of the International Photography Association, international photographers or international senior photographers, and souvenirs such as the emblem of the International Photography Association.

3. Assist members to hold solo exhibitions or joint exhibitions abroad.

4. Create conditions to help members publish personal albums, and assist members with unique personalities or outstanding achievements to hold exhibitions and seminars.

5. Edit, publish and distribute quality postcards for outstanding members.

6. Make personal graphic pages for members on the official website of the Association, show their elegant demeanour, introduce their brief life and creative achievements, and publish their information.

7. Participate in the annual selection and various award activities of the Association.

8. Preferential and preferential participation in various activities organized by the association, such as friendship, lectures, creation, soliciting opinions, seminars, training, etc.

9. Members in difficulty will receive financial assistance.

10, providing all kinds of consultation and services for members to visit, give lectures, travel and create abroad.

1 1. Get the latest information of our association for free, release new works of members, and open up a forum for exchange of members.

12, preferential subscription to international photographer magazine.

13. Help members to promote their works to the international market, and the income belongs to members.

14. Enjoy the discounts and concessions on tickets, consumption, etc. provided by the association's alliance organizations or enterprises.

What are the requirements for joining IPA organization?

The slogan of IPA is: IPA is the photographer's home. As long as you like photography and have a certain foundation, you can apply to join. IPA is divided into four levels according to the star rating, and each level has clear conditions and requirements. 2, 3-star general photographers can apply to participate, while 4, 5-star members need high photography skills and performance conditions to join. Click on the "Member Channel" on the website, which has a very detailed introduction and guidance. I am a student who likes photography and has no financial resources. Can I join IPA organization?

Yes, we adopt the way of club network membership, that is, 2-star membership, free of membership fees, and included in IPA organization management. You can apply for a 2-star membership. After obtaining membership, you can enjoy most of the membership benefits. You can apply for a higher level membership when conditions are ripe.

I am a professional photographer. What are the benefits of joining IPA?

IPA has made famous photographers have more followers and admirers here. Your photography experience and achievements can be shared with everyone. IPA can improve your position and influence in the field of photography.

Can I send an interview card?

Of course. After joining the club, you will get a badge, which has two purposes. On the one hand, it is a membership card, which can be used to enjoy membership discounts in franchise stores, and on the other hand, it is an interview card, which can get some support and convenience from the subject when interviewing and shooting. Members above Samsung will also receive exquisite membership certificate and Association badges.