Upcoming events

    • August 03, 2025
    • 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    • Online

    The Professional Photographers of Oklahoma (PPOK) annual photographic competition offers two separate divisions for entries. The divisions are Photographic Open and Artist. Participants, also referred to as makers or entrants, can enter cases in one or both divisions. The term “case” consists of the combined 6 top scoring entries entered by that maker for each division. Only digital entries will be judged.  

    Image entry is accepting entries at www.printcompetition.com until 11 PM on August 1, 2025.  The actual competition will be held online August 3rd beginning at 9:00 AM.  The judging may be viewed live on www.printcompetition.com


    GENERAL INFO AND RULES

    ELIGIBILITY

    1.            All members of the Professional Photographers of Oklahoma, Inc. (PPOK) are eligible to enter the Photographic Competition. PPOK members who meet the requirements defined below may enter the General Exhibition or, if qualified, the Masters’ Exhibition.

    2.            Non-resident (out of state) members of the association can compete in the Photographic Competition and are eligible to win any award, under which category they might qualify, as long they have paid registration fees and physically attend the event.

    3.            Participants who are not PPOK members, and who live outside of Oklahoma may enter the Out-of-State Exhibition.

    DEADLINE

    1.            ALL ENTRIES MUST BE UPLOADED ONLINE at www.printcompetition.com BY 11 PM (CST) FRIDAY, AUGUST 1st, 2025. No exceptions will be made except by the Print Chairman, and only in extreme circumstances.

    2.            No changes to your entries are permitted once the entry deadline has passed. No refunds will be issued after the entry fee is paid.

    FEES

    1.  $10.00 per image/album for PPOK members, including PPOK out of state members.

    2.  $15.00 per image/album for non-members of PPOK. Non-member residents of Oklahoma are NOT eligible for awards, but will receive print scores. Non-member out of state entrants are only eligible for the Out of State trophy.


    • August 23, 2025
    • 1:00 PM - 8:00 PM
    • 117 N 2nd St in Guthrie, OK
    Register

    Learn, Shoot, and Explore: A Day of Photography in Historic Guthrie

    Step out of the studio and into the magic of on-location photography with a hands-on workshop and photowalk experience you won’t want to miss. Join us August 23rd for a day filled with creativity, learning, and community—set against the charming backdrop of Oklahoma’s oldest historic district: Guthrie.

    On-Location Lighting with Johnny & Carrie Holland

    Led by the dynamic duo Johnny and Carrie Holland, this outdoor lighting class is packed with practical tips and real-world insight. Together, Johnny and Carrie bring decades of photography experience and teaching expertise to help you tackle the common challenges of outdoor photography.

    Learn how to work with natural light, manage tricky shadows, pose your subjects effectively, and compose impactful outdoor portraits—whether you’re working with golden-hour glow or midday sun. The session begins with a brief Q&A in the studio before heading out to put theory into action.

    Guthrie Photowalk with Heath Shelton

    After the lighting class, grab your camera and join Heath Shelton of Shelton’s Photography & Design—celebrating 29 years in business—as he leads a guided photowalk through the historic streets of downtown Guthrie. With its vintage charm and architectural beauty, Guthrie offers endless opportunities to apply the lighting and composition techniques you just learned.

    It’s a relaxed, creative evening where photographers of all levels come together to create, connect, and capture something truly special.

     Instructors: Johnny & Carrie Holland

     Photowalk Lead: Heath Shelton

     Cost: Free for PPOK members | $49 for non-members

     Register: www.ppok.com

     Schedule:

                     Class begins at 1pm

                    Dinner at 430p

                     Photowalk starts at 5:30 PM

                     Classic Car shot at 630p

    Bonus: Arrive early and enjoy a behind-the-scenes peek inside Shelton’s Photography & Design studio before class begins.


    • September 05, 2025
    • 9:00 AM
    • September 07, 2025
    • 5:00 PM
    • Renaissance Waterford Hotel; 6300 Waterford Blvd; OKC, OK 73118
    Registration is closed

    The 2025 PPOK Convention will be held at the Renaissance Waterford Hotel in Oklahoma City.   The actual address is 6300 Waterford Blvd, OKC, OK 73118.  Our special room rate for a King or Double Queen room is only $114.00 a night.  There is plenty of parking onsite that is FREE.  To book your hotel room online, click on this link (( coming )) or call 405-848-4782. 

    On Friday Night, September 5th from 5 - 7 PM, Jim Felder will be taking and demonstrating headshots for interested individuals.  

    On Saturday, September 6th from 9 - Noon, Dawn Muncy's program will be "Mastering Light & Motion!  The Art of Dance Photography"

    On Saturday, September 6th from 2 - 5 PM, PPA President Mark Campbell's program will be "Where Are You Supposed To Be".

    On Sunday, September 7th from 8:30 AM - Noon and resuming at 1:30 PM until 5 PM, Kelly & Kalina Schneider will present an all day workshop. 

    The Image Awards Banquet will be held on Saturday evening at the hotel.  Your banquet ticket will provide you with a fully catered dinner.

    View or print the complete schedule here!

    Registration PDF can be printed here.

    We hope to see you in OKC that weekend! 


    • September 08, 2025
    • 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    • 111 W Broadway in Muskogee, OK
    Registration is closed

    Kelly & Kalina Schneider will present an all day Boudoir Photography Workshop Monday, September 8th. 


Past events

April 05, 2025 2025 Spring Seminar
January 19, 2025 Welcome 2025 New Years Workshop
September 06, 2024 2024 Expo & Image Awards Dinner
August 04, 2024 PPOK Image Competition
April 05, 2024 2024 Spring Seminar
February 11, 2024 Welcome 2024 New Years Workshop
August 25, 2023 PPOK EXPO & Image Competition
June 30, 2023 PPOK Tulsa Zoo Photo Safari Meet-up
June 25, 2023 PPOK OKC Zoo Photo Safari Meet-up
June 20, 2023 PPOK Great Salt Plains Photo Meet-up
April 01, 2023 PPOK Spring Seminar
January 29, 2023 2023 PhotoEXPOSE Workshop
September 24, 2022 PhotoEXPAND Fall Seminar
September 18, 2022 Mentor Raffle Tickets
March 11, 2022 PPOK's PhotoGear Marketplace Table Reservation
March 11, 2022 PhotoEXPO & Image Competition
January 30, 2022 2022 PhotoEXPOSE Workshop
September 17, 2021 2021 PPOK Seminar and Awards Ceremony
June 27, 2021 Summer Landscape Hands on Workshop
February 27, 2021 2021 PPOK Online Image Competition & Club 79
January 25, 2021 Video Recording of 2021 PhotoEXPOSE Seminar
January 24, 2021 2021 PhotoEXPOSE Semimar
October 14, 2020 (Recording) Santa Portraits That Mean Business w/ Leslie Kitten
October 14, 2020 (Recording) How To Turn Images Into Dollars w/ Gary Box
October 14, 2020 (Recording) The Simplicity & Elegance of the One Light Portrait w/ Tony Corbell
October 14, 2020 (Recording) Photoshop Painting for Everyday Portraits w/ Sandra Pearce
October 12, 2020 Photoshop Painting for Everyday Portraits w/ Sandra Pearce
October 12, 2020 The Simplicity & Elegance of the One Light Portrait w/ Tony Corbell
October 11, 2020 How To Turn Images Into Dollars w/ Gary Box
October 11, 2020 Santa Portraits That Mean Business w/ Leslie Kitten
October 11, 2020 Virtual Zoom PhotoEXPAND Seminar - All 4 Online Programs
September 12, 2020 2020 PhotoEXPAND Fall Seminar
February 28, 2020 2020 PhotoEXPO and Image Competition
January 12, 2020 2020 PhotoEXPOSE Seminar
September 13, 2019 2019 PhotoEXPO and Image Competition
March 23, 2019 2019 PhotoEXPAND Spring Seminar
February 03, 2019 2019 PhotoEXPOSE Seminar - The f22 Super Bowl of Lighting
August 11, 2018 PhotoEXPO and PhotoEXHIBIT 2018
April 07, 2018 PhotoEXPAND Spring Seminar
February 11, 2018 PhotoEXPOSE - Sponsored by the Past Presidents
September 21, 2017 PhotoEXPO and PhotoEXHIBIT
June 10, 2017 Fun in the Sun @ Fort Gibson - June 10th & 11th
March 24, 2017 Southwest Photo Expo & Conference
January 22, 2017 PhotoEXPOSE - Sponsored by the Past Presidents
January 21, 2017 The Next Step for Print Competition & Improving Your Images
September 30, 2016 PhotoEXPO and PhotoEXHIBIT
June 12, 2016 Fun in the Sun @ Lake Eufaula
March 04, 2016 PhotoEXPAND Spring Seminar
January 24, 2016 PhotoEXPOSE (Sponsored by the Past Presidents)
September 18, 2015 PhotoEXPOSITION and PhotoEXHIBIT
August 16, 2015 Taking Your Images to the Next Level!
June 07, 2015 Fun in the Sun @ Bellcow Lake
Professional Photographers of Oklahoma
P.O. Box 1779;  Blanchard, OK  73010
(405) 815-7806
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