Cover Contest Winner Announced

Thank you to all the PPSNYS members who entered the June Facebook Cover Contest. 

By popular vote, our winner this month is Sara Hendrix, PPSNYS Member from Fort Drum, NY.

Our July Contest theme is "SUMMER SCENES" and is open to all PPSNYS Members. You can read the guidelines for submission HERE and then start uploading your images on the Page.

Good luck!

Hanson Fong presents a FREE Seminar for PPSNYS and PPANJ Members

The following flyer has all the details you need to register for the Day Long Program on 

September 22, 2014 at the Woodcliff Lake Hilton Hotel. 

A $25 check will hold your spot and will be returned to you when you attend the program. Registration is open now so download the program and send it yours in today!

PPSNYS' 110th President Takes Office

President's Welcome

Welcome to the Professional Photographers' Society of New York State (PPSNYS).

Thank you to all who are taking the time to read this, the first of my President’s Messages. First of all, I want to thank Honey for all of her hard work and dedication throughout her years as an officer and as President. She was ever present setting up and maintaining our Facebook presence, which has really increased the public’s exposure to professional photography. I would also like to thank the members of PPSNYS for having the confidence in me to elect me as President. PPSNYS has been a huge part of my life since 1985 and the relationships I have made through my involvement are the most precious. In fact, I met my husband, Ray, through PPSNYS. It doesn’t get better than that!

Being your President is a responsibility I don’t take lightly. It is my intention to visit each section and discuss with members on a local level their concerns and ideas, to make PPSNYS a thriving organization once again. I kind of feel like I am preaching to the choir, but the most valuable benefits of membership, camaraderie and friendship, come from being involved - attending convention, working on committees, serving as a section or state officer. In an effort to expand the pool of participating members, I will be calling on the general membership to serve on a variety of committees to help move PPSNYS forward in these challenging times. I’m sure I can count on each of you to support me in my efforts!
During the PNE Convention, I spoke with members from across New York State and the most exciting thing to me is that we have many young, talented members with energy and ideas. I can’t wait to pick their brains and implement their wonderful ideas!
It is very important to me that everyone knows that I am always available. Please never hesitate to pick up the phone or drop an email if there is a question or concern. I haven’t been very involved in the Facebook environment, but I’m trying and I promise to work harder at that.
I’m so excited about our upcoming PPSNYS Workshop. I will be in Jane Connor-ziser’s class. There is always so much to learn and you can’t find a better instructor than Jane. If you have already registered, I’m looking forward to spending the week together. If you have not - don’t wait any longer. It is the best investment you can make in your photographic education!
I’m looking forward to a wonderful, rewarding year. Let’s make it fabulous together!
Chris

PPSNYS Workshop Early Registration Deadline

It's that time again when you get the bad news about how much you owe in taxes. However, it's also time to register for the PPSNYS Summer Workshop and, if you do so before April 15, you receive a $100 discount! That's a much better offer than you'll get from Uncle Sam.  

Details about the Instructors, location and registration can be found on the Workshop website.

Join us for Photographers' Summer Camp! 

We know you'll have a great experience.

PHOTO NORTH EAST REGISTRATION IS OPEN!

Full Registration includes: All Speakers, Parties, Award Banquet & Trade Show.

*** Registration is now Open ***

PhotoNorthEast presents the following Speaker Lineup  for the upcoming 2014 Convention & Trade Show!
Sat., April 5th - Mon., April 7th

Visit the website for Speaker Details
Photo North East


We have returned to New Jersey at the Hilton Woodcliff Lake.
The rate for the Hotel is $109/night and is only available
thru March 5th - Mention you are attending the
Professional Photographers' Conference 2014

• Saturday
• All Day - Image Competition  
• Registration Opens at Noon  
• 1:00pm - Jane Conner Ziser  
• 1:00pm - Tab Morgan  
• 3:30pm - Two mini-programs  
• 4:30pm - Two mini-programs 
• Dinner on your own  
• 7:00pm - Jim Cunningham  
• 7:00pm - Jen Rozenbaum  
• 9:00pm - Two Night Owl mini-programs  
• 10:00pm - Two Night Owl mini-programs 
• Sunday
• 9:00am - Canon Explorer of Light Darrel Gulin
• 11:00am - 4:00pm - Trade Show
• 4:30pm - Jen Rozenbaum
• 4:30pm - Darrell Gulin
• 4:30pm - Suzette Allen
• Dinner on your own
• 9:00pm - Conference Party
• Monday
• 9:00am - Jim LaSala
• 9:00am - Jim Roselli
• 11:00am - 2:00pm Trade Show
• 2:30pm - Rebecca & Jason Weavers
• 5:30pm - Cocktails
• 6:30pm - Banquet followed by Awards
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 This just in . . .

Register for Full Registration and pay in three (3) easy payments!**

* Members (single) - $55.00/ea
* Non-Members (single) - $68.00/ea
* Buddy +1 (member/member) - $100.85/ea
* Buddy +1 (member/non-member) - $112.50/ea
* Buddy +1 (non-member/non-member) - $125.85/ea

**You must contact Leslie at 866.292.6065 to set up the 3 payment option. Payments over 3 consecutive months by Credit Card.

Visit our Website for more information 

Photo North East

Conference Savings Extended

The PNE Convention Hotel Room Discount Extended!

You still have the chance to get hotel rooms for PNE Convention at a discounted rate of only $129! The deadline has been extended until next Friday, March 29th. This is over a 50% discount from regular rates at the Tarrytown Marriott, don't miss out on this offer!
Reservations can be made calling 1-914-631-2200 and asking for the “Professional Photographers Conference” rate or referencing the Group/Convention Code: PHE.
Register for the Conference Today! 

This is your chance to meeting photographers from all over the region!  Busy? You can also purchase individual day tickets! Also, be sure to purchase your tickets for the April 8th Four Course Awards Dinner with State Awards and Installation of Officers by March 25th at the latest!
 
If you booked a room at any rate other than $129, or were told that the block was sold out, please contact Michael Valle at the Marriott to get the appropriate rate for the conference.
 

Spring Means Conference Time!

It's almost here and everyone is getting very excited. Members of PPSNYS and PPANJ are preparing to meet and learn. And... you don't have to be a member of an organization to join in the fun!

The Photo North East Conference will be held April 6 - 9, 2013 at the Westchester Marriott Hotel. The speakers are excellent and the Trade Show will be full of wonderful new items for you to see in person. There is nothing like holding that camera in your hands and clicking the shutter before you purchase! The vendors will be on hand to answer your questions about equipment, albums, prints/enlargements and everything you need to run your photography business. There will be specials galore!

Make sure you visit the exhibit of images from the PPA Northeast Regional Competition which is taking place late in March. The awards for this competition will be given out on Monday, April 8th at the Conference. 

Added to all this are the fantastic parties that will be hosted during the Conference. This is an exciting event and you still have time to register and reserve your room at the hotel. All the details can be found on the CONFERENCE WEBSITE.  We hope to see you all there!