NCPP Membership

NCPP Membership is open by invitation to professional photographers and those who
will become professional within one year of applying. Please read the NCPP
Prospective Member Timeline below. To request membership application use the
Contact Us link to the left. All requests go to Ann Gordon- Membership Chair. Please
indicate if you are looking for Professional Active status or Apprentice status.

• Pay Fees and Dues Online
  
  Prospective Member Timeline
  
  Attend a Meeting
  Join us for a meeting. Meetings are held every month except December on the 2nd
  Thursday at 7:00PM. Meetings are held in the lower meeting rooms at the Marriott
  Walnut Creek - 2355 North Main Street (Marriott Walnut Creek Website) Guests are $20
  which can be applied to your application if the application is received by the following
  meeting.
  
  Find a Sponsor
  It’s a good idea to get to know some NCPP members. Find someone you feel
  comfortable with who can become your sponsor . A sponsor will help to make sure you
  know about all the educational activities available at NCPP, and help you become an
  involved and active member. If you don't know anyone, Ann will introduce you to another
  photographer that shares your enthusiasm and specialty.
  
  Apply for Membership
  There are two types of membership - Professional and Apprentice.
  To apply for Professional status you must have your business license and resale
  license. Apprentice is for those ramping up their business. Business license and
  resale license are expected within one year of induction. If you are uncertain which
  status you should apply for, or if you have more than one photographer applying, email
  Ann Gordon at membership@ncpponline.org.
  
  
  Focal Point Announcement
  If your application is received before the 20th of the month, you will be listed in the
  following month’s Focal Point (NCPP’s membership newsletter which you will receive).
  ** **Applications received after the 20th will move the next steps ahead one month.
  
  Meeting Introduction
  At the next monthly meeting you will be asked to stand up and introduce yourself. Give
  your name, how many years in the business and specialty (portraits, weddings, etc.).
  
  Induction
  At the following monthly meeting, you will be inducted as a new member.
  Congratulations!