Whether you’re taking your first steps, or an established professional looking to raise your profile this membership has everything you need.
Through our journals, awards, exhibitions and competitions, as well as regular talks from World-class photographers, we’ve been inspiring photographers of all levels for over 170 years.
We recognise 1,000s of photographers every year through distinctions, Journal features, competitions, exhibitions, awards, and financial support through bursaries.
With hundreds of workshops and learning experiences every year, a huge archive of training materials as well as monthly critiques, our members trust us to develop their skills and knowledge.
Connect with other professionals in "The Hive" – a dedicated community platform and companion app that gives you access to a wealth of information including an archive of instructional videos, live training, hybrid meetings and webinars, topical articles and community discussions.
When you become an RPS Pro Member you are not just joining a community of passionate professional photographers, you are also becoming part of the Royal Photographic Society, with its unparalleled heritage and unsurpassed photographic knowledge.
Not sure if RPS Pro is right for you? Book a tour of "The Hive" community platform, and we'll show you around, for free. An online tour will take about 15 minutes and give you a chance to see what’s available and ask questions.
It's a great way to see the amazing value and resources that you will have at your finger tips.
Our commitment as an educational charity is to bring photography to everyone. As a member, you’ll support an organisation that provides a platform for photographers at all levels while following in the footsteps of thousands of photographers.
The RPS is the earliest established international photographic society, and as the interests and needs of our members have evolved, so too has The RPS. However, our original aims of promoting the art and science of photography are as relevant today as they were back when we first formed.
Members benefit from inspiration, community, recognition, and the opportunity to develop their skills and knowledge. Don’t just take it from us!
A very supportive and inclusive association for Professional photographers and I love the way that they are constantly looking for new ways to delight their members with the range of services they offer. Their mentoring for qualifications is fabulous.
Helen Rushton
Running a small photography studio on your own can be very lonely. The MPA is an amazing association with a fantastic 'family' feel. This was even more obvious during lockdown and beyond. I would highly recommend it to any professional photographer.
Sarah Baldock
An incredible photographic association to be a member of. In the past 18 months since joining I have honed in on my skills and improved as a photographer, absorbed so much more knowledge from the other amazing members and mentors.
Dan Akerman
Great for mentoring, qualifications obviously, support and community and also a range of discounted products and services. The only Pro Body / Association I belong to or feel I need to. Just fantastic.
Martin Lewis
The RPS aims to reach pro photographers of all levels, supporting them as they develop their business.
