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Join APA|DC on the evening of August 24th when we welcome the team behind “Art Shay: An America So Real” at EOD Studio DC - Washington, DC Photo Studio!
The upcoming feature-length documentary introduces viewers to photojournalist Art Shay. Over a remarkable career spanning seven decades, Shay photographed everyone from presidents, celebrities, sports legends and cultural icons to the everyday life of 20th century America. Yet, despite his work appearing on hundreds of covers of major publications including Life, Look, Time, Saturday Evening Post, Forbes and others, he remains relatively unknown outside his hometown Chicago.

See some of Art’s work Art Shay Photography Archive

More information and RSVP at our link in bio! We hope to see you there!

Join American Photographic Artists and Community of Creatives 🌐 for FIT Photographers, an event bringing photographers together for a beginner-friendly boxing class. No experience needed. Just a willingness to move, sweat, and connect with fellow creatives outside the usual gallery walk or portfolio review.

Free entry to the first 20 registrants!

What to expect:
• A beginner-friendly boxing class led by Coach Maxie C. Sprott of HIIT Hard Training
• Gloves required (limited pairs available on-site - first come, first served)
• A room full of photographers ready to connect, move, and show up for themselves

Space is limited. Reserve your spot today!

Come share a giant pretzel with us on August 6th at the The Midlands Beer Garden!

Our next American Photographic Artists Happy Hour is Thursday the 6th, 6-8pm, at The Midlands Beer Garden on Georgia Ave. Happy Hour is open to all ages. We will be outside on the dog friendly patio (unless weather forces us inside) so bring along any two or four legged friends!
The Midlands is a few blocks from the Georgia Ave metro station, and street parking is available in the neighborhood nearby. There are 26 beers on tap as well as a variety of NA beers and cocktails, and tasty food. See you there!

Interested in hearing what it takes to get talent onto a set? Tune in to APA|DC's Expert Series on Tuesday, July 14th at 7pm EST via Zoom to learn more about how Stacie Vanchieri founded Virginia's largest talent agency, Modelogic [MidAtlantic]].

Discover what it takes to cast and prepare talent for success. Join us in listening to Stacie discuss her journey from not just model management, but representing actors and stylists too! Covering Virginia, Maryland, D.C., and North Carolina, her work with talent extends nationally as well. Her talent has booked clients such as Audi, Capital One, Walmart, Givenchy, Calvin Klein, Valentino, and many more!

Sign up via the link in our bio.

Free for all APA members
$10 for General Public + fees

We hope to see you on the call! 📸

Our next Expert Series episode is coming up on July 14th, 7pm est via Zoom, with Stacie Vanchieri, founder of Modelogic [MidAtlantic]]!
Please join us as Stacie sits down with cm + co to discuss how agencies like Modelogic can bring the perfect talent in front of your lens, and tips and tricks for photographers who are navigating the casting process for the first time or the hundredth.
This event is free to APA members and $10 for the general public. Registration and additional information is available via our link in bio. See you there!

Looking for something to do this weekend? Come join us for a casual Coffee Break at Cameo Coffee + Tea at The Roost on Saturday, June 20th, from 12pm-2pm. This is a great chance to connect with the local creative community and grow your network. If you've got industry questions on your mind, bring them along. Your peers and board members are happy to chat!

This is open to the larger photography and creative community. Registration isn't necessary, but we would love to know if you plan on joining us.

Cameo Coffee + Tea is located on Capitol Hill inside The Roost, a culinary food hall that brings together a handful of the district’s best chefs along with a lively & diverse collection of the area’s most compelling food, coffee, beer, wine, and spirits purveyors.

Look for us near Cameo coffee bar with an APA sign!

Registration link can be found in our bio.

See you there!

Hey everyone! APA DC is looking for a new director! This paid part-time position is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to deepen their connection with the professional photography community in the region and create positive change in the industry through education, networking, and support.

Responsibilities include: Assisting in creating social and educational events, maintaining the website, producing a monthly newsletter sharing chapter and industry news, communicating with members on an as needed basis, and generally helping to keep the chapter happy and healthy.

The ideal candidate works well independently, is able to generate fresh ideas, excels in both written and verbal communication, and has great organizational skills. This paid position is approximately 10 hours per week and is largely flexible with the exception of recurring monthly meetings and chapter events.

You can find the application link in our bio.

The 2026 APA Awards are now open for submissions, with a special early bird price for APA members until this Friday! Regular entry is open until June 29th.

This juried competition features prizes, including a new camera for Best-in-Show, and the opportunity to be published amongst a book of the winners. Enter single images in one of 14 categories, or submit a series of images on any subject.

Flyer image featuring our very own , who took first place in the Travel category last year!
Click our link in bio for more information and the official competition entry page!