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05/15/2026

On Friday, May 15th we’re heading to the Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego (MCASD) to tour their new exhibition, Giants, which includes art from the Dean Collection of Swizz Beatz and Alicia Keys.

This casual gathering is a perfect opportunity to connect with fellow members and local photographers in a world-class setting. After the tour, we’ll stick around for coffee and conversation—a great way to share ideas, learn more about APA, and find out how to get involved with your local chapter.

If you missed this event, check back for future gatherings or sign up for newsletters on apanational.org

05/13/2026

Feelings.
May they come and may they go.

May 16, 2026
1-4P
One Day Only. Los Angeles

RSVP Link: on Maya’s bio page

‘Feelings’ is a series of self-portraits that attempt to make the invisible visible. To take feelings that go unspoken, and give them shape, texture, and form.

The first public exhibition of Maya Guice’s self-portrait work, the photographs are an invitation to sit with feelings that often go undetected in daily life: freedom, fear, guilt, shame, ecstasy, confidence, jealousy, pain.

Like the emotions themselves, these images don’t aim to resolve. They represent the tension between how we present ourselves and what we protect; What we hold on to and what we need to let go. They’re about emotion in its raw, layered, and often contradictory forms — how it shapes us, hides in us, and aches to be seen, if only for a moment, as we transform.

ABOUT MAYA
Maya Guice is a Los Angeles-based visual storyteller and brand strategist, her work has spanned the State Department, experiential storytelling, and the fine art photography world. A 2025 APA Award recipient, SXSW speaker, and Signal Award winner, she brings fifteen years of multidisciplinary experience to work that refuses the boundaries between art, strategy, and story.

05/04/2026

Tune it to Adorama Coffee with Creators, May 6 - 11am Eastern

Seth Mirands interviews Karen Haberberg

Karen Haberberg is a New York–based, award-winning photographer/director specializing in health, wellness, and lifestyle brands.

Karen serves on the board of American Photographic Artists (APA) NY and teaches at the International Center for Photography (ICP)

The conversation will include insights into her night photography series

Link in bio

05/01/2026

In celebration of Peace Through Photography, The Universal Language

APA will be attending 2026 IPC Awards Luncheon at the United Nations on May 6.

The event brings together leading photographers, associations, and photo industry luminaries to highlight photography’s power to connect cultures and promote understanding.

APA member Tal Shpantzer will be honored with IPC’s Gold Medal of Achievement.

Congratulations to Tal and all the honored photographers.

04/21/2026

APA will be at CONNECTIONS in Miami April 22, 2026

Hosted by - the event provides curated showcases and presentations that ignite inspiration and foster fresh ideas, enabling attendees and our jurors to discover exceptional talent and forge meaningful partnerships.

Jill Broussard will be attending for APA and will showcase APA photographers.

Our nomination for the creative award is by Anahelan Natera, a series called The *Perks” of Autism.
This photo is from the series.

If you are attending Connections, stop by and say hello to Jill and Anahelena
Photographers can meet Jill and Anahelena April 21st in Miami.
Find it and all events on apanational.og

04/13/2026

APA LA Women in Photography 2026: Expanding Vision

Join us!

Saturday, April 25th 11 a.m to 4:00 p.m at

Link in Bio!

The event will feature two panels, one with top photographers in their respective fields and the second with leading creative directors, advertising executives and photo producers.

An informal lunch will provide a networking opportunity between the panels.

THIS IS NOT A WOMEN ONLY EVENT - EVERYONE IS WELCOME AND ENCOURAGED TO ATTEND!

GUEST PANELISTS (so far):

Chloe Aftel

Brittany Bravo

Angella Choe

Lauren Crew

Emily Shur

Angana Barathur - Executive Director, Conscious Minds Studio

Siri Berting - Art Director, United Airlines

Erin Kalkauski - Photography Producer, Apple TV+

Laura Kramer - Creative Director, OPI

Candice Lawler - Owner, Alchemy Artists Management

* Watch this space for more updates!

A big thank you to our sponsors for this event:

03/26/2026

DOUBLE EXPOSURE 01 LIVE

Join us for an exclusive conversation with Jill Broussard and Eva Woolridge as we dive into the work and voices shaping the future of APA.

🗓 March 31
⏰ 7PM EST
📍 Live on APA Circle

This is more than a talk. It is a space for insight, perspective, and connection within our creative community.

✨ APA Members can watch directly on Circle
✨ Not a member yet? Register and get access

🔗 Register now: bit.ly/apadoubleexposure
🔗 Watch on Circle: apacircle.org/feed

Let’s build the future of APA together.

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03/20/2026

Introducing Double Exposure. A new digital series illuminating the work and careers of the people shaping the future of APA.

Join us live on Circle on March 31 at 7 PM EST for an inspiring conversation with APA National board members Jill Broussard and Eva Woolridge as they share their creative journeys, leadership perspectives, and vision for our photographic community.

Register now at bit.ly/apadoubleexposure and be part of the experience.

03/11/2026

Join on Wednesday, March 18th, they’re holding a panel discussion examining the state of the commercial photography industry. We’ve secured seven (7) industry veterans from various backgrounds to share their experiences. The goal: to learn about the structural transformations taking place inside creative departments and discern what you can do to not only adapt but thrive in this new business environment.

Join us at Columbia College Chicago ( ) on March 18th at 7:00 PM. For ticketing information, visit our website.

03/07/2026

Join this Sunday for their first Peer Reviews! Bring what you want to share and get some feedback - it can be on your phone, your website, a physical portfolio, a pile of prints, even sketches for ideas - whatever makes sense for you. There’s also no obligation to share! Come raise a glass from 4 to 6pm at Club Tee Gee in Atwater Village - hope to see you there!

03/04/2026

APA Sourcebook submissions are officially open.

This is your chance to place your work directly in front of art buyers, producers, and photo editors who hire photographers. If you are an APA ProPlus or Professional member, your one page feature is already included. You can also upgrade to a two page spread for even more impact.

Deadline to submit is March 6, 2026. Do not miss the opportunity to expand your visibility and grow your creative business through the power of the APA network.

Submit through your MyAPA account and make sure your image follows the official guidelines.

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