With excitement, we are elated to present you with the semifinalists of our 2017 Best New Emerging Child Photographer Contest! NAPCP is seeking our industry's newest stars, and thanks to you the photographers below made it to the second round of our contest. These child...
The National Association of Professional Child Photographers (NAPCP) is ecstatic to announce our third Best New Emerging Child Photographer Contest! NAPCP admires the spirit and tenacity of the upcoming greats in our professional child and family photography community, and aims to recognize brilliant newcomers who...
Summer is officially upon us folks! Time to soak up some sun, enjoy the longer days and hunker down for the wave of birthday invites to soon flood your inbox. But fear not! If you have been tasked with planning an epic summer fling, it just...
The annual NAPCP Mother's Day feature shows off the moms of NAPCP -- and the amazing relationships formed between NAPCP members. You'll find inspiration for your next photo shoot, along with many talented photographers with whom you can book your session, right here ...
Recently, photographer Kathy Locke, of Child's Play Photography, took some time away from her typical client sessions to photograph a dozen families whose lives were impacted by a nonprofit children's social service agency, Baby TALK. Kathy was overwhelmed and overjoyed when her project came together...
Hello friends! After much excitement and anticipation, we are absolutely thrilled to announce the winners of our Inspired by NAPCP Gallery Event. In contrast to our bi-annual International Image Competitions, the NAPCP Inspired Gallery Event was creative in nature and gave both members and non-members the...
Hello friends! After much excitement and anticipation, we are absolutely thrilled to announce the winners of our First Half 2017 NAPCP International Image Competition. Uniquely focused on child photography, the NAPCP International Image Competition features a range of image categories, including Babies, Newborn, Children, Family, Maternity,...
We consider ourselves professional photographers, right? I know I do. I have a great full frame camera, decent lighting, amazing backdrops and some fun props. I have great relationships with my vendors as well as my sponsors. I am a proud member of multiple associations...
Whether it’s a mini maternity shoot with a toddler in tow or family minis for a special event or holiday, mini sessions with kids pose a whole different set of challenges than standard sessions. Because you don’t have as much time with the family, it...
*UPDATED* There's nothing quite like a print competition. And we're giving photographers the opportunity to experience a new aspect of their artistry in this way. Announcing the Inspired NAPCP Gallery Event! A creative competition and gallery reception followed by a business-focused Day of Learning. Through this event...