Oregon Professional Photographers Association upcoming events

The Whys and Hows of Self-Portraits (08/02/2026)

Sun, 02 Aug 2026 17:00:00 GMT

The Whys and Hows of

Self-Portraits

What better way to journey through self-expression and self-discovery than self-portraiture?

with Julie Jacob

Date: Sunday, August 2, 2026 (PLUS an online group review, the following week)
Time: 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM PST
Location: Franklin Foto in N Portland/ In Person Only

Get inspired! We’ll discuss working with the best model you have: yourself.

We’ll discuss the rich history of self-portraits (beyond the smartphone selfie!)--the inherent human desire for self-reflection, introspection, and self-representation. We’ll also explore various themes and inspirations for taking your own picture.

You’ll learn about tactics, techniques, and tools to begin creating your own images.

This is a hands-on workshop, so bring a camera! (If you don’t have a ‘real’ camera, your phone will work great.) We will practice some of the techniques and you’ll walk away with a few different self-portraits to get your own journey started.
*Digital camera preferred for review/practice, but film cameras are okay too.

About the Speaker:

Julie Jacob

M. Photog, CPP, FP-OR

Julie began her photography journey with self-portraiture and she believes everyone should try it! She is a portrait photographer focused on businesses, schools, seniors, and families. www.juliethephotographer.com

Demystifying Image Competition (08/26/2026)

Wed, 26 Aug 2026 22:00:00 GMT

Demystifying Image Competition

With Lisa Dillon, CPP, M.Photog., DF-OR

Does Image Competition or Merit Image Review mystify you? Do you really understand how it all works? What *is* the difference between Competition and Merit Image Review anyway? And what happened to IPC? These are just a few of the questions I’ll be answering in my program. I’ll explain how the programs work and why you should care about them in the first place. I’ll also teach you how images are judged so you’ll be able to participate with confidence. I’ll teach you a new way to look at the framework PPA uses to evaluate images. I’ll teach you how to look at your images with a judge’s eye so you can select the best images for competition and image review and get you on your way to your degree and competition success!

Date: Wednesday, August 26, 2026
Time: 6pm-8pm PDT

This workshop will be VIRTUAL.

About the Speaker:

Lisa Dillon

CPP, M.Photog., DF-OR

Lisa Dillon is a Master Craftsman Photographer and CPP from Portland Oregon. She is a Diamond Fellow of Photography in Oregon. She is in her 22st year of business and specializes in high school senior, executive headshots and family photography. She is a 3-time president of Oregon Professional Photographers of Oregon and past president of the Professional Photographers of Oregon as well as an approved PPA juror. In addition to judging, Lisa teaches classes on image competition and business. She also mentors young photographers. She is a mother and a grandmother and loves to travel the world. A long time competitor, Lisa uses Image Competition as a way to explore new ideas and build on personal projects.

2026 Suds and Shots (09/13/2026)

Sun, 13 Sep 2026 23:00:00 GMT

Suds and Shots

Social! Fun! Photos! Food! Drinks! Free!

It's time for resurrect our "Suds and Shots" get-togethers! It's a wonderful way to build community and connection with fellow photographers.

This is a casual event. Bring up to five photos in either a print, on an iPad/tablet or even a phone! We'll share photos and discuss photography, while we enjoy delicious food and cold frosty beverages. You're welcome to bring a friend!

Date: Sunday, September 13, 2026
Time: 4:00-6:00pm
Location: Steeplejack Brewing, 2400 NE Broadway

(Note: each person will need to order food and drinks on their own; it will not be covered by OPPA.)

No cost! But please register so we know how many to expect.