Steeped in the richness of tradition, the Professional School Photographers Association International (PSPA^™) advances the business of school photography. Through education, research, and events, PSPA honors generations of professional photographers and labs who established the time-honored value of capturing memories, elevating professional standards, and discovering new business strategies.

NEW LESSONS - PSPA 2009 attendees learn about new technologies,
trends at annual convention.

 PSPA Programs

PSPA UK Code of Practice
The Code of Practice for Schools Photographers and labs in the UK has been established after consultation with representatives from all interested parties, including photographers, labs, schools and the UK Government Department for Children, Schools and Families. The Code serves to explain the working practices of the photographer in relation to negotiations with schools and LEA’s before the photo session, with the school and pupils on the day(s) of the photo session and in the use and handling of images afterwards. It highlights best practice as well as setting guidelines for operating.

Maximize the Success of Picture Day
Help parents prepare their children for picture day, ensuring a successful shoot for you and a photo that parents will cherish forever. Available exclusively to PSPA members are downloadable PDF files that outline 10 tips for a successful picture day and draw awareness to the importance of legal compliance regarding copyright. Customize with your store name and logo to make it easier than ever for parents to order additional prints from you.

PSPA Grass Roots PR Program
One can't put a price tag on solid Public Relations for your school photography operation. Yes, consumer awareness of your company's products/services can be accomplished with the often hefty price of purchasing advertising. But good old fashion PR is not only either free or has minimal cost involved, it has much more credibility behind it than advertising. Learn the ends and outs via our PSPA Grass Roots PR Program.

PSPA Grass Roots Public Relations MS PowerPoint Presentation- 517K

PSPA Digital Data & Image Format Guidelines
For School Photography and Yearbook Publication for the 2009/2010 school year. Changes between the 08/09 and 09/10 school years are highlighted in yellow.