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Irish Professional Photographers & Videographers Association The Irish Professional Photographers Association (IPPA) was founded in 1949, and has over 350 practising members located throughout the country.

By ensuring that you are dealing with an IPPA member, you are giving yourself the peace of mind and added security of a professional service provided by a qualified photographer.

EMERGING PHOTOGRAPHY AWARDS 2026The IPPVA Emerging Photography Awards are an opportunity for the next generation of phot...
09/10/2026

EMERGING PHOTOGRAPHY AWARDS 2026

The IPPVA Emerging Photography Awards are an opportunity for the next generation of photographers to put their work forward, gain experience and have their photography recognised.

Open to secondary-school students, homeschooled students and third-level photographers, the awards are designed to encourage emerging talent and give those developing their skills the opportunity to take part in a professional photography competition.

Whether photography is something you’re studying, exploring independently or hoping to pursue as a career, we’d love to see what you’re creating.

Entry is free and submissions close 1 December 2026.

Find out more and enter at ippva.com

MEMBER SPOTLIGHT: Grazina MahonMeet Grazina Photography Trim , a newborn and family photographer based in Trim, Co. Meat...
08/10/2026

MEMBER SPOTLIGHT: Grazina Mahon

Meet Grazina Photography Trim , a newborn and family photographer based in Trim, Co. Meath.

Originally from Lithuania, Grazina has called Ireland home for the past 20 years. Photography wasn’t her first career path - she completed a Masters in Linguistics in Lithuania before moving to Ireland, where she took the opportunity to study photography and eventually build her own business.

Grazina photographed a variety of work in the early years of her career, including weddings, but gradually found herself drawn towards newborn and baby photography. After the birth of her daughter Elana, that became the area she knew she wanted to specialise in.

Today, she describes her style as timeless, natural and authentic, with a particular focus on capturing the connection between parents and their babies.

Her approach goes beyond what happens in front of the camera. From preparing families before their session and listening to what they want, to managing expectations and creating a calm studio environment, Grazina has built her client experience around trust, communication and consistency.

Years of working with babies and children mean she knows sessions don’t always go to plan, and her experience allows parents to relax and trust her to create photographs they’ll love.

For Grazina, that’s one of the best parts of the job – knowing that photography can bring real joy to people’s lives and preserve moments that mean an enormous amount to them.

Grazina joined the IPPVA in 2024, and we’re delighted to have her as part of our professional community.

05/10/2026
We are deeply saddened by the tragic loss of Colin Keegan, and our hearts go out to his family, friends and colleagues.C...
05/10/2026

We are deeply saddened by the tragic loss of Colin Keegan, and our hearts go out to his family, friends and colleagues.

Colin spent many years telling Ireland’s stories through his photographs. The memories being shared by those who worked alongside him speak so warmly of his generosity, his humour and the support he gave to fellow photographers. It is clear how much he meant to so many people.

Our photographic community is a close one, and news like this touches us all.

From everyone at the IPPVA, we send our heartfelt condolences to Colin’s family, his friends, his colleagues at Collins Photo Agency and everyone at Press Photographers Ireland.

We are thinking especially of those closest to Colin as they face the days ahead, and of everyone who will miss his friendship and company.

Rest in peace, Colin. You will be sadly missed.

Canon Print Workshop in DublinIPPVA members — save 25% on Canon’s Pro Print Workshop! Thinking about buying your first p...
02/10/2026

Canon Print Workshop in Dublin

IPPVA members — save 25% on Canon’s Pro Print Workshop!

Thinking about buying your first professional photo printer or upgrading your setup? Get hands-on with Canon Ireland’s professional print range and discover which printer suits your photography.

📅 Tuesday 13th October 2026 | 10am–4pm
📍 Canon Ireland, Citywest, Dublin
Standard ticket: €95 — members save 25% with code IPPVA

Try the PIXMA PRO-200S, imagePROGRAF PRO-310 and PRO-1100, with your own dedicated printer setup and guidance on paper choices, printing techniques and running costs.

All equipment and papers are provided. You’ll take home at least 10 of your own prints on a variety of professional papers, with exclusive printer and paper offers available to attendees.

A practical day to ask questions, compare results and see your photographs in print.

Places are limited — book on Eventbrite and enter IPPVA at checkout to claim your member discount.

Final call for the IPPVA Autumn Awards 2026!There are just 48 hours left to submit your entries for the Autumn Photograp...
02/10/2026

Final call for the IPPVA Autumn Awards 2026!

There are just 48 hours left to submit your entries for the Autumn Photography and Video Competitions.

If you’ve been considering entering, now is the time to make your final selections and get your work submitted.

With categories covering a wide range of photographic and video specialities, the Autumn Awards offer IPPVA members the opportunity to have their work assessed and recognised as part of the 2026 Awards Programme.

Entries close Sunday 4 October 2026.

Don’t miss the deadline.

Enter at ippva.com

Could your image represent Ireland on the world stage?The World Photographic Cup brings professional photographers toget...
01/10/2026

Could your image represent Ireland on the world stage?

The World Photographic Cup brings professional photographers together to represent their countries in an international celebration of photographic excellence.

Through Team Ireland, Irish photographers have the opportunity to showcase their work alongside photographers from across the world, bringing international attention to the talent, creativity and diversity of our professional photography community.

Earlier this year, IPPVA member Julia Dunin achieved third place for Ireland, with her award-winning image subsequently featured as the hero image on the official World Photographic Cup website.

It’s a fantastic example of the opportunities that can come from representing Ireland collectively.

Could your work be part of Team Ireland 2027?

The deadline to submit images for consideration for Team Ireland is 5 October 2026.

There’s a new way to explore Ireland’s photography.Photo Museum Ireland has launched a new online catalogue for its Coll...
29/09/2026

There’s a new way to explore Ireland’s photography.

Photo Museum Ireland has launched a new online catalogue for its Collection – the national collection for contemporary photography.

For the first time, more than 70 works are available to explore through a dedicated online resource, alongside information about the artists and the wider bodies of work they belong to.

Established in 2021, the Collection has a particular focus on portfolio sets rather than individual images, helping to preserve the context of an artist’s work and build a record of how contemporary photography in Ireland has developed.

The catalogue currently includes portfolio sets by artists including Akihiko Okamura, Helen Ho**er O’Malley and Tony O’Shea, with further artists, exhibition histories and related material still to be added.

For photographers, it’s a fascinating opportunity to explore the breadth of photographic practice in Ireland, discover artists you may not have encountered before and spend time with complete bodies of work rather than individual images.

Explore the Collection at photomuseumireland.ie

The countdown is on for the IPPVA Autumn Awards 2026!With just 10 days remaining, now is the time to select your stronge...
24/09/2026

The countdown is on for the IPPVA Autumn Awards 2026!

With just 10 days remaining, now is the time to select your strongest work and put it forward for professional recognition.

The Autumn Photography and Video Competitions are the third round of the 2026 IPPVA Awards Programme, with categories spanning weddings, portraits, commercial, fine art, landscape, wildlife, documentary and more.

Whether you’re entering photography, video or both, don’t leave it until the last minute to prepare your submissions.

Entries close Sunday 4 October 2026.

IPPVA competitions are exclusive to members.

Enter at ippva.com

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MEMBER SPOTLIGHT: Laura GriffinLaura Griffin | Documentary Photographer is a documentary family photographer drawn to th...
21/09/2026

MEMBER SPOTLIGHT: Laura Griffin

Laura Griffin | Documentary Photographer is a documentary family photographer drawn to the moments that are easy to miss.

The subtle interactions, small gestures and fleeting connections that offer a glimpse into who we are, how we experience the world and how we show and receive love.

A Korean adoptee raised in Michigan and now living in Newcastle West, Co. Limerick, Laura’s own experiences have shaped the way she sees and photographs the world. Her work explores themes of connection, identity and belonging, with a style she describes as subtle, layered and unobtrusive.

Laura specialises in candid, unposed family photography, allowing people to be fully themselves rather than directing or manufacturing moments. She looks for the individual ways people connect: how someone gives comfort, how they express affection, what brings them joy and where they find stillness.

Her journey into photography began in her twenties when she picked up a camera while travelling. What started as a way to remember new places and experiences developed into a way of looking more closely at people, relationships and our connection to the environments around us.

For Laura, the aim is to create photographs that go beyond simply remembering what someone or somewhere looked like. She wants her images to offer an insight into the people within them and make those she photographs feel seen.

Based in Newcastle West, Co. Limerick.
Follow Laura’s work Laura Griffin | Documentary Photographer

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