APA DC

APA|DC is the Washington, D.C. chapter of American Photographic Artists– an organization run by and for professional photographers.

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06/03/2026

Check out some BTS from this year's Assistant Workshop at .Thanks to everyone who came out! Video credit goes to Khang Doan

05/27/2026

Hey everyone! APA DC is looking for a new director! This paid part-time position is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to deepen their connection with the professional photography community in the region and create positive change in the industry through education, networking, and support.

Responsibilities include: Assisting in creating social and educational events, maintaining the website, producing a monthly newsletter sharing chapter and industry news, communicating with members on an as needed basis, and generally helping to keep the chapter happy and healthy.

The ideal candidate works well independently, is able to generate fresh ideas, excels in both written and verbal communication, and has great organizational skills. This paid position is approximately 10 hours per week and is largely flexible with the exception of recurring monthly meetings and chapter events.

You can find the application link in our bio.

05/20/2026

The 2026 APA Awards are now open for submissions, with a special early bird price for APA members until this Friday! Regular entry is open until June 29th.

This juried competition features prizes, including a new camera for Best-in-Show, and the opportunity to be published amongst a book of the winners. Enter single images in one of 14 categories, or submit a series of images on any subject.

Flyer image featuring our very own , who took first place in the Travel category last year!
Click our link in bio for more information and the official competition entry page!

05/15/2026

Look who's joining the board now! It's Jared Soares! 🎉

Jared Soares photographs community and identity. Through portraiture and longform essays he examines how sets of people relate to each other often through the lens of sports and contemporary culture. His fine art prints and books are held in the permanent collections of the Portland Art Museum, Cleveland Museum of Art, the Metropolitan Museum of Art, Virginia Museum of Fine Arts, Sloane Art Library at the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill and the Beinecke Rare Book and Manuscript Library at Yale University. Jared’s images intimately connect readers with subjects for clients such as Adidas Originals, Adobe, Airbnb, The Atlantic, ELLE, The Fader, GQ, National Geographic, Nike, The New Yorker, The New York Times, Square, TIME and WIRED among others. His work has been recognized by the Taylor Wessing Portrait Prize and he contributed to The Marshall Project’s 2020 investigation of K-9 units and the damage that police dogs inflict on Americans, the report earned the 2021 Pulitzer Prize, staff recognition for National Reporting and he was named a prize winner of the Smithsonian National Portrait Gallery's triennial 2025 Outwin Boochever Portrait Competition. When he is not making photographs, he can be found kicking a soccer ball or walking his pet terrier, Holly.

Welcome aboard, Jared! Glad to have you on team APA|DC! 🥳

05/12/2026

Hey everyone, meet another addition to our board, Taylor Monet!

Taylor Monet is a Washington, DC–based commercial photographer specializing in corporate events, conferences, and brand imagery for organizations producing high-visibility events, campaigns, and brand experiences.

As the founder of Taylor Monet Photography, she works with Fortune 500 companies, national nonprofits, policy institutions, and high-growth brands to create strategic visual assets that support communications, marketing, and brand positioning. Her work spans high-level conferences, executive portraiture, brand campaigns, and large-scale live events, with a focus on producing imagery that is both visually compelling and immediately usable across platforms.

Taylor approaches photography through a commercial and storytelling lens, shaped by her background in film, media, and advertising. She is known for her ability to anticipate key moments, navigate fast-paced environments, and deliver work that aligns with both creative direction and business objectives. Her clients range from global corporations and nationally recognized institutions to emerging brands and founders building their visual identity.

As a member of the APA DC Board, Taylor brings firsthand understanding of how community and relationships shape careers, as well as a commitment to ensuring more photographers, particularly those underrepresented in the commercial market, have access to both.

Welcome aboard, ! 🎉

05/08/2026

Please join us in welcoming to the APA|DC board!

Tom Sandner is a photographer currently living in Richmond, Virginia with his wife and daughter. He's driven by his natural sense of wonder, which carries into his work. Tom's photos have been featured in The New York Times, The Washington Post, Inc. Magazine, and other notable publications. Ask him about his beloved hometown of Buffalo, New York and he'll happily strike up a conversation.

We're so happy to have him on the team and can't wait to see what he brings to the table!

Welcome aboard, Tom! 🎉

05/04/2026

After nearly 8 years with APA|DC, Katie Dance () has stepped down from the board. We want to take a moment to thank Katie for the extraordinary impact she’s had on our chapter and the broader DC photo community.

Under Katie’s leadership, our membership grew by over 50%. We raised $12,000 to fund four recipients of the LGBTQIAP+ Photography Grant, launched our Focus on Wellness program with Hannele Lahti, and curated private museum tours featuring Gordon Parks, Devin Allen, Dorothea Lange, and the Photography and the Black Arts Movement exhibition. Katie spearheaded the relaunch of our portfolio reviews, nearly 400 over the past two years, opening doors for our photographers at the LA Times, NBC News, WIRED, and beyond. She led the development our Assistant & Crew list, secured national and local partnerships with PhotoMechanic, Union206, Aperturent, B&H, Think Tank, and ProPhoto DC, and helped launch the Expert Series with Carleen Mitchell that will guide our programming this year.

Katie, thank you for your vision, your dedication, and your friendship. You’ve left a legacy here, and we’re so excited to see what you do next. 📸✨

04/23/2026

There is still time to register for this year's assistant workshop on Saturday! Come join us as we share what it's like to work on shoots and how to get started in the photo industry! Learn the skills, make the connections, and step confidently onto your next set! Registration link is in our bio. See you there!

04/18/2026

One week away from our 2026 APA|DC Assistant Workshop!
As you embark on a career in the photo industry, learning the role of Digitech can be a great way to expand your skill set, attract more clients, and generate more income! As part of our assistant workshop, we welcome veteran digitech .birck.digi to discuss what a digitech does on set and how he got started.
Come join us next Saturday, April 25th! Link to registration and information is in our link in bio. See you there!

04/06/2026

Director/DP and photographer Mohamed Sadek (Mohamed Sadek) started in photojournalism but has expanded to tell stories across commercial and editorial spaces. Working in the states and abroad, he’s collaborated with brands including the NY Times, United Airlines, NPR and Victoria’s Secret.

On our Expert Series, Mo will discuss how he’s adapted to the evolving market. Join us tomorrow, April 7, at 7pm ET for Mo’s talk followed by a Q&A. Link in bio.

Note: please register to gain access to a recording of the discussion, even if you can’t join us live.

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