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• CPP Exam Prep Class

  • When
    12 Jul 2026
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    9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
  • Location
    Tim's Place 3434 Oxsheer Drive Austin, TX
  • Registered
    3 registrants

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  Certified Professional Photographer

  Exam Prep Class

  Date: JULY 12, 2026 Location: Tim’s Place – 3434 Oxsheer Drive Time: 9 am – 4:30 p.m. (See below for lunch break plans)   Cost: $99

  
  

  The Austin PPA supports the value of the PPA Certified Professional Photographer program. This class helps students prepare for the CPP examination. Topics include: 

  * Photographic equipment 

  * Exposure and metering 

  * Lighting 

  * Math formulas 

  * Color theory 

  * Composition 

  * Sample test questions 

  The class runs from 9 am – 4:30 pm with a break from noon – 1 pm for lunch. We will likely order pizza.  

  If you’d like to use study materials (optional), you can use Steve Kozak’s “CPP Study Guide” available at this link: https://passthecpp.com/membership-account/membership-checkout/.  

  PPA members who attend this class are eligible to receive one service merit from PPA. 

  The instructor for this class is Tim Babiak, M.Photog.Cr., CPP. Tim has served as a local CPP Liason as well as on the Austin PPA and Texas PPA Boards of Directors. 

  
  

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• Summer Social at Wanderlust Wine & Co on Shady Lane

  • When
    20 Jul 2026
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    6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
  • Location
    Wanderlust Wine Co. - Shady Lane - 702 Shady Ln, Austin, TX 78702

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  APPA Summer Social Happy Hour 

  Mark your calendars! Join us for an evening of networking, creativity, and fun at Wanderlust Winery Co. on Shady Lane! A casual come and go type of event.

  Monday, July 20
  ⏰ 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM 

  This isn't just a social event—it's also a chance to create! Bring your camera and a speedlight or reflector (please keep gear compact—no large lighting setups). We'll have opportunities to photograph models in a relaxed, social environment while connecting with fellow photographers.

  Whether you're looking to practice your lighting skills, create new portfolio images, meet other photographers, or simply enjoy a glass of wine with friends in the industry, this is the perfect summer evening out.

  ✨ Network with local photographers
  ✨ Capture beautiful images
  ✨ Experiment with off-camera lighting
  ✨ Enjoy great company in a unique venue

  Models are currently being arranged, so stay tuned for more details!

  We can't wait to spend a summer evening creating, learning, and connecting with you. See you there!

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• Hope Rising Portraits - Give back opportunity!

  • When
    25 Jul 2026
  •  
    9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
  • Location
    TA Brown Elementary School 7801 Guadalupe St Austin, TX 78752

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  Hope Rising Portraits is a community-driven volunteer event that honors and uplifts local families through the power of photography. This year, we're partnering with the Austin Professional Photographers Guild, the Rotary Club, and Austin ISD to provide professional portrait sessions and printed photographs to 55 families in our community — all at no cost to them.

  Our goal is simple: to create a moment of dignity, beauty, and joy for families who may not otherwise have access to professional portraits. These prints become lasting memories, family heirlooms, and powerful reminders that every story matters.

  Together, we're helping hope rise — one portrait at a time.

  The Austin Professional Photographers Association is excited that you are considering helping us on July 25th at TA Brown Elementary.

  Please review the available slots below and click on the button to sign up.
  We want to contribute to our community. This is a great way to support our community.
  
  Thank you!
  
  SIGN UP TO VOLUNTEER:
  https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C054EADAF2CABFEC25-64585631-volunteers#/

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• August Membership Meeting - At ROUND ROCK STUDIO- Registration opens after July meeting

  • When
    17 Aug 2026
  •  
    6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Location
    Round Rock Studio - 575 Round Rock W Dr Building K, Ste 480B, Round Rock, TX 78681

  

  
  

  
  Have you ever wanted to see a local photography studio that's available for photographers and other creatives to use? This is a meeting you won't want to miss!

  Following our general meeting, we'll take a tour of Round Rock Studio, a versatile creative space designed to support photographers, content creators, and small businesses. The studio offers a variety of shooting areas, professional backdrops, and flexible spaces that can be rented for portrait sessions, branding photography, headshots, and creative projects.

  The best part? We won't just be touring the studio—we'll get to put it to use!

  Bring your camera and join us for a hands-on photography experience. We'll have both a high-key and low-key setup ready, along with a couple of models so you can test out the location, experiment with lighting, and create some great images.
  
  

  Whether you're looking for a future studio rental, a place to host client sessions, or simply want to expand your creative network, this is a fantastic opportunity to see what's available right here in our community.

  Come ready to learn, create, and be inspired. We can't wait to see what you capture!

  
  

  Evening Schedule:

  6:00 PM – Arrive, socialize, and network with fellow photographers

  6:30 PM – APPA General Meeting

  7:00 PM – Quick studio tour of Round Rock Studio

  7:15 PM – Photography opportunities begin
  • High-key and low-key lighting setups
  • Photograph live models
  • Explore the studio space
  • Create new portfolio images

  8:15–8:30 PM – Raffle prizes, final announcements, and conclusion of photography activities

  
  

  
  
  
  

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