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Thirsty Thursday with Metro PPA
Metro PPA Thirsty Thursday
📅 Date:Thursday, November 5, 2026
🕡 Time: 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
📍 Location: Fuzzy Taco Shop-1230 Pawnee Dr, Oklahoma City, OK 73114
Connect. Network. Unwind.
Join Metro Professional Photographers Association for Thirsty Thursday, our casual monthly networking event for photographers of all experience levels.
Whether you’re a full-time professional, hobbyist, or photography student, this is a great opportunity to meet fellow photographers, exchange ideas, ask questions, and build lasting connections—all in a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere.
There’s no formal program or presentation—just great conversation, good food, and plenty of photography talk.
Everyone is welcome! Bring a friend, grab a bite to eat, and enjoy an evening with Oklahoma’s photography community
We look forward to seeing you at the next Thirsty Thursday! 📸🍔
MetroPPA Wedding Photography Workshop | Hands-On Training
Hands-On Learning
This isn’t just a lecture.
You’ll have opportunities to photograph live models while receiving guidance and feedback throughout the day.
Bring your camera and favorite lens—you’ll leave with images for your portfolio and techniques you can immediately put into practice.
Whether you’re photographing your very first wedding or looking to elevate your client experience, this full-day educational workshop is designed to give you the confidence, skills, and workflow needed to create beautiful, consistent wedding imagery.
Join Metro Professional Photographers Association for a 6.5+ hour PPA Educational Workshop packed with live demonstrations, hands-on learning, and real-world techniques you can begin using immediately. We will walk through an entire wedding day from start to finish with actual wedding vendors, models & more! You’ll want to bring basic gear: camera, lenses, & minimal lighting. Wear comfortable shoes & bring water or your own refreshments.
Workshop Includes:
Live models
Hands-on shooting opportunities
Portfolio-building images
Q&A with the instructors
Dinner with the Speaker
Kick off the evening by joining Carrie Reneau Spivey and Amy Schenk of Fox & Vine Weddings for dinner before the MetroPPA guild meeting. This is a great opportunity to connect with fellow photographers, ask questions in a relaxed setting, and get to know our speakers before they present “Say YES to Weddings!”
Say YES to Weddings!
Join MetroPPA on November 9 for “Say YES to Weddings” with Carrie Reneau Spivey and Amy Schenk of Fox & Vine Weddings. Learn wedding timelines, client communication, and how to grow your wedding photography business.
Thirsty Thursday with Metro PPA
Metro PPA Thirsty Thursday
📅 Date:Thursday, December 3, 2026
🕡 Time: 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
📍 Location:To Be Determined
Connect. Network. Unwind.
Join Metro Professional Photographers Association for Thirsty Thursday, our casual monthly networking event for photographers of all experience levels.
Whether you’re a full-time professional, hobbyist, or photography student, this is a great opportunity to meet fellow photographers, exchange ideas, ask questions, and build lasting connections—all in a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere.
There’s no formal program or presentation—just great conversation, good food, and plenty of photography talk.
Everyone is welcome! Bring a friend, grab a bite to eat, and enjoy an evening with Oklahoma’s photography community.
Location details will be announced soon. Check back here or follow Metro PPA on social media for updates.
We look forward to seeing you at the next Thirsty Thursday! 📸🍔
Ditch the Mouse with Josh Dean
Ditch the Mouse
Still Editing with a Mouse?
It might be time for an intervention.
In this beginner-friendly class, photographer Josh Dean will show you how he combines a Wacom tablet and Stream Deck to create a faster, more intuitive editing workflow. We'll strip away the overwhelming settings and focus on what actually matters for photographers - from setting up your tablet and using pen pressure for retouching, masking, brushwork, and navigating Photoshop more efficiently.
Then we'll kick it up a notch.
Josh will show you how he pairs his Wacom with a Stream Deck to put his most-used tools, shortcuts, and actions at his fingertips - cutting down on repetitive clicks and keeping his attention where it belongs: on the image.
BRING YOUR GEAR!
If you already own a Wacom or other pen tablet, bring it with you! Bring your laptop, your tablet, and an image you'd like to work on. We'll leave time for hands-on practice and one-on-one help so you can dial in your tablet settings, ask questions, and actually put what you've learned to use on one of your own images.
Don't own a tablet yet? No problem. Come see what all the fuss is about before you buy one.
No Wacom experience required. No need to memorize 47 keyboard shortcuts. Just bring your curiosity - and maybe prepare to break up with your mouse.
ABOUT JOSH
Josh Dean is a portrait photographer and professional button-pusher based in Stillwater, Oklahoma, serving clients in both Stillwater and Oklahoma City.
For more than 15 years, Josh has built Josh Dean Photography around creating senior portraits, headshots, families, and commercial work - with an equal obsession for finding better, faster ways to get from capture to finished image.
A longtime Wacom user and unapologetic Stream Deck addict, Josh has built an editing workflow around one simple idea: if he has to do something over and over again, there should probably be a button for it.
Josh is actively involved with Professional Photographers of Oklahoma and serves on the PPok Board of Directors. When he isn't behind the camera, retouching with a pen, or adding yet another button to his Stream Deck, he's probably figuring out another way to shave three clicks off something that already worked perfectly fine.
Dinner with the Speaker
Meet Josh Dean of Josh Dean Photography for dinner before the MetroPPA workshop. Join fellow photographers at S&B Burger Joint in Automobile Alley on October 12 at 5:00 PM for networking, great food, and conversation.
Thirsty Thursday with Metro PPA
Metro PPA Thirsty Thursday
📅 Date:Thursday, October 1, 2026
🕡 Time: 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
📍 Location:To Be Determined
Connect. Network. Unwind.
Join Metro Professional Photographers Association for Thirsty Thursday, our casual monthly networking event for photographers of all experience levels.
Whether you’re a full-time professional, hobbyist, or photography student, this is a great opportunity to meet fellow photographers, exchange ideas, ask questions, and build lasting connections—all in a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere.
There’s no formal program or presentation—just great conversation, good food, and plenty of photography talk.
Everyone is welcome! Bring a friend, grab a bite to eat, and enjoy an evening with Oklahoma’s photography community.
Location details will be announced soon. Check back here or follow Metro PPA on social media for updates.
We look forward to seeing you at the next Thirsty Thursday! 📸🍔
Andrea Calvery- Stay Wondrous: The Art of Becoming.
What happens when we stop asking, “What should I photograph?” and start asking, “What do I want to say?”
In Stay Wondrous: The Art of Becoming, Andrea Calvery takes photographers beyond technique and into the heart of creativity—learning to trust their own ideas, find inspiration in unexpected places, and create work that feels personal and meaningful.
Through storytelling, imagery, creative exercises, and a live shooting demonstration, Andrea will share her journey from photographer to multidisciplinary artist and explore how photography can become the starting point for something much bigger.
Attendees will be encouraged to play again, experiment without needing to know the outcome, develop their own visual voice, and begin seeing themselves not simply as photographers—but as artists.
The program will include a live creative shoot using continuous light and a flowing dress, demonstrating how Andrea approaches movement, emotion, composition, and the beginnings of an image that can later become a finished piece of art.
Above all, this program is about giving yourself permission to create.
Dnner with the Speaker
Dinner with the Speaker
📅 Date: Monday, September 14
🕔 Time: 5:00 PM
📍 Location:
S&B’s Burger Joint
20 NW 9th Street
Oklahoma City, OK 73102
Kick Off the Evening with Great Food & Great Conversation
Join Metro Professional Photographers Association for our Dinner with the Speaker before the monthly meeting. This informal gathering is a great opportunity to connect with fellow photographers, meet our guest speaker, and enjoy a relaxed meal together.
Whether you’re a longtime member or attending for the first time, everyone is welcome. Come early, grab a burger, and enjoy networking with photographers from across the metro before we head to the evening program.
Please note: Dinner is optional, and attendees are responsible for purchasing their own meal.
We look forward to seeing you there!
Thirsty Thursday with Metro PPA
Metro PPA Thirsty Thursday
📅 Date: Thursday, September 3, 2026
🕡 Time: 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
📍 Location: To Be Determined
Connect. Network. Unwind.
Join Metro Professional Photographers Association for Thirsty Thursday, our casual monthly networking event for photographers of all experience levels.
Whether you’re a full-time professional, hobbyist, or photography student, this is a great opportunity to meet fellow photographers, exchange ideas, ask questions, and build lasting connections—all in a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere.
There’s no formal program or presentation—just great conversation, good food, and plenty of photography talk.
Everyone is welcome! Bring a friend, grab a bite to eat, and enjoy an evening with Oklahoma’s photography community.
Location details will be announced soon. Check back here or follow Metro PPA on social media for updates.
We look forward to seeing you at the next Thirsty Thursday! 📸🍔
How to Market your Photography in 2026 with Jamie Cobb
Metro PPA Monthly Meeting
Marketing Your Photography in 2026 with Jamie Cobb
📅 Date: Monday, August 10
🕡 Time: 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM
📍 Location:
Dunlap Codding
609 W. Sheridan Ave.
Oklahoma City, OK 73102
Prepare Your Business for Success in 2026
Join Metro Professional Photographers Association for an inspiring evening with Jamie Cobb as she shares practical marketing strategies to help photographers grow their businesses in 2026.
Marketing continues to evolve, and staying visible in a competitive industry requires more than simply posting on social media. Jamie will discuss effective ways to strengthen your brand, attract your ideal clients, create meaningful connections, and develop a marketing plan that works for today’s photography business.
Whether you’re launching your business, looking to increase bookings, or ready to refresh your marketing approach, you’ll leave with actionable ideas you can implement right away.
What You’ll Learn
Building a recognizable photography brand
Marketing strategies that work in today’s market
Attracting and connecting with your ideal clients
Creating a sustainable marketing plan for 2026
Practical tips you can begin using immediately
Members and guests are welcome. Come early, meet fellow photographers, and enjoy an evening of education, networking, and inspiration.
We look forward to seeing you there! 📸
Dinner with the Speaker
Dinner with the Speaker
📅 Date: Monday, August 10
🕔 Time: 5:00 PM
📍 Location:
S&B’s Burger Joint
20 NW 9th Street
Oklahoma City, OK 73102
Kick Off the Evening with Great Food & Great Conversation with Jamie Cobb
Join Metro Professional Photographers Association for our Dinner with the Speaker before the monthly meeting. This informal gathering is a great opportunity to connect with fellow photographers, meet our guest speaker, and enjoy a relaxed meal together.
Whether you’re a longtime member or attending for the first time, everyone is welcome. Come early, grab a burger, and enjoy networking with photographers from across the metro before we head to the evening program.
Please note: Dinner is optional, and attendees are responsible for purchasing their own meal.
We look forward to seeing you there!
Thirsty Thursday with MetroPPA
Join Us for an Evening of Photography & Fellowship!
Join Us for an Evening of Photography & Fellowship!
Looking for a relaxed evening with fellow photographers? Come join Metro Professional Photographers Association for Thirsty Thursday at Interurban Restaurant in Kickingbird Square!
Whether you’re a seasoned professional, just starting your photography journey, or simply love talking about cameras, lighting, business, and creativity, this is the perfect opportunity to connect with others in the local photography community.
Enjoy great food, great conversation, and the chance to build relationships with photographers who share your passion.
Everyone is welcome! There are no presentations or formal agenda—just good company, networking, and plenty of photography talk.
We hope to see you there!
Creating the Perfect Commercial Client Experience
Creating the Perfect Commercial Client Experience with Kenny Richard
This class offers a faith-driven, practical deep dive into the technical and creative decisions that set photographers apart. Kenny shares insights from his Certified Professional Photographer (CPP) journey, camera settings that serve real-world sessions, and what it takes to craft images that score—and serve. You’ll walk through his session workflow from start to finish, explore key moments in image competition, and gain clarity on what elevates a photograph into a merit or loan image.
Understanding Light Painting with Joe Glyda
Painting with Light with Joe Glyda. This class will demonstrate the photographic approach that blends technique, creativity, and a bit of controlled chaos. Light painting is both one of the oldest and most experimental forms of photography. Long before digital cameras, photographers discovered that moving a light source through a dark space during a long exposure, they could draw directly into a frame. Overtime artist, commercial photographers, and visual experimenters have refined, reinvented and reimagined this process into what we now recognize is Light Painting. This will be a hands-on class. You won’t just be learning about light painting you’ll be doing it. I will a walk you through the history of light painting, by showing work from highlighted key photographers who help shape its evolution from the early dark room experiments to contemporary practitioners pushing the boundaries today. You’ll see how the light painting has moved from scientific curiosity to an artistic tool, and in some cases of powerful story telling device. Make sure you bring a flashlight along with you camera and tripod and we’ll have some fun.
Joe Glyda is a seasoned commercial photographer with over 48 years of professional experience, specializing in food and product photography. For 36 years, he served as a staff photographer at Kraft Foods in Chicago, IL, where he created national advertisements, brochures, point-of-sale materials, and countless food-related campaigns across the company. A pioneer in the digital photography arena, Joe introduced digital imaging technology to Kraft in 1993. His leadership in this evolving field led him to co-chair the digital photography section for the FIRST (Flexographic Image Reproduction Specifications & Tolerances) industry guidelines, first published in 2000, setting standards for flexographic printing nationwide. Joe’s expertise in both traditional and digital workflows positioned him as a respected industry educator, leading to teaching roles at top photographic institutions including Professional Photographers of America (PPA) conventions, Texas School, West Coast School, M.A.R.S. School, Lamar School, Image Explorations of Canada, Photoshop World, and Kelby One Training. After retiring from Kraft in 2009, Joe relocated to Tulsa, OK, where he continues to photograph food and products, expanding his portfolio to include aviation photography. In 2015, he joined the WWII Airborne Demonstration Team as a volunteer and has been documenting their parachute operations as well as restoring three vintage aircraft since 2016. Joe holds the prestigious titles of PPA Master Photographer, Photographic Craftsman, and Master Artist, and was awarded the ASP Fellowship in January 2024. He is also the author of two books: Food Photography, creating appetizing images published in 2019 and a WWII aviation art coffee table book, a self-published project released in 2021. Known for his energetic spirit, sharp eye, and sense of adventure, Joe Glyda continues to push his creative boundaries to capture compelling imagery.
Thirsty Thursday
Take a break from the busy season and join Metro PPA for Thirsty Thursday, a relaxed social gathering created for photographers and creatives to connect outside the studio.
This casual meetup is all about community—no program, no presentation, just genuine conversation, networking, and relationship-building with fellow professionals.
Event Details
Date: Thursday, February 5
Time: 6:30 PM
Location: Social Capital
What to Expect
A laid-back environment to connect with other photographers
Meaningful conversations and peer support
Drinks, food, and great company
No RSVP required. Anyone is welcome.
Whether you’re a long-time member, a new photographer, or simply curious about Metro PPA, we’d love to see you there.
We can’t wait to connect with you. 🍹📸
AI for Photographers: Harnessing ChatGPT to Grow Your Business
AI for Photographers: Harnessing ChatGPT to Grow Your Business
AI for Photographers: Harnessing ChatGPT to Grow Your Business Workshop
A 6.5-Hour Workshop Designed to Transform the Way You Work
Annual Christmas Party & Print Auction
Event by Metro Professional Photographers Association
Castle Falls Wedding Venue & Restaurant
Duration: 3 hr
Public · Anyone on or off Facebook
The holiday hustle is almost behind us—come celebrate the season with your Metro PPA family!
Whether you're catching your breath after back-to-back minis or still finding glitter in your car from holiday sessions, we hope you’ll join us for a cozy evening of pasta, laughter, and some well-earned downtime with people who get it.
What’s Happening:
Dinner’s on us for members! Guests/spouses are just $35
Pasta dinner (Alfredo + Marinara), salad, bread
Cookie exchange — bring a dozen to trade!
Bring a mounted/framed 8x10+ print for the Artist Auction
Giveaways and door prizes (Imaging USA, PPOK, website assessments & more!)
Guest tickets → https://checkout.square.site/.../DV35DSJJLRZ6F4HSMFYBKLXD
Let’s wrap the year in good company, good food, and a whole lot of appreciation for the art—and heart—we’ve all shared this season. See you there!
The Legacy Lens: Preserving Your Life in Photographs
The Legacy Lens: Preserving Your Life in Photographs
As photographers, we spend our lives capturing the stories of others — but have you ever stopped to wonder what will happen to your images when you’re gone?
This heartfelt program invites you to look at your work through a new lens: not just as art, but as the visual story of a life well-lived. We’ll explore how to ensure your photographs — both personal and professional — are preserved, protected, and easily found when they matter most.
Thirsty Thursday
📸 Thirsty Thursday with Metro PPA 🍔🍻
Come hang out with fellow photographers for a casual evening of fun, food, and conversation!
📍 S&B’s Burger Joint
📅 Thursday, November 6th
⏰ 6:00 pm
No agenda—just good burgers, drinks, and connecting with your Metro PPA community.
Metro PPA Image Competition
Image Competition Alert!
Metro PPA’s Fall Image Comp is happening October 13th—and it’s time to put your skills to the test.
Judged using PPA’s 12 Elements of a Merit Image, this competition is the perfect opportunity to sharpen your creative and technical eye.
Competition Date: Monday, Oct. 13
Entry Deadline: Oct. 10 at midnight
Submit here: printcompetition.com
Bring your best work and challenge yourself against the full range of elements—from Impact to Composition, Technique, Storytelling and beyond.
#MetroPPA #ImageCompetition #12Elements #PrintCompReady #PPA #PhotographyChallenge #PhotoCritique #PhotographyGoals #CreativeGrowth
Thirsty Thursday
Thirsty Thursday with Metro PPA. S&B’s Burger Joint in Automobile. Alley located at 20 NW 9th St., Oklahoma City, OK 73102
Metro PPA Image Competition Workshop
MetroPPA Image Competition Workshop – This Sunday
MetroPPA’s Image Competition is less than a month away and to help us prepare, MetroPPA is hosting an Image Competition Workshop on Sunday, Sept. 28th from 2–4pm at J. Holland Photography, 1130 W. 15th St, Edmond, OK 73013.
Led by Carrie Holland, this class will explain the process of image preparation, presentation, and entry of images at printcompetition.com. We will discuss the MetroPPA competition process and scoring as well as the 12 elements of a merit image. Carrie will review the PPA merit and degree system, how images are submitted, scored, and credited toward professional recognition.
We want maximum participation and need to know that you're coming, and have images to be critiqued, since the Hollands are being so generous to open their studio.
To help us plan, please sign up by Friday at 7pm using the Genius Sign-Up link below. This ensures we have time to confirm with Curtis.
Sign Up Here - https://forms.gle/BJaWKMwESWubZRuv8
Visit PPA.com to review the 12 elements of a merit image:
https://www.ppa.com/.../the-12-elements-of-a-merit-image-mem
If you have images to be critiqued, please bring them on a flash drive.
Judy Bukowski
You’re invited to our July Metro PPA meeting featuring Judy Bukowski, MP, CPP—a seasoned photographer with a heart for preserving life’s most delicate moments.
This hands-on session is perfect for anyone wanting to master the balance of safety, creativity, and control in newborn photography. Whether you’re new to the field or looking to refine your technique, this evening will leave you inspired.
Monday, July 14
Optional dinner with Judy: 5:00 PM at S&B’s Burger Joint
Meeting: 6:30 PM at Dunlap Codding in OKC
Free for members | Guests welcome to attend their first meeting free.
#PhotographyMeetup #OKCPhotographers#NewbornPhotographySafety #MetroPPA#JudyBukowski #CreativeCommunity#LearnPhotography
The Portrait Photographer’s Guide to Commercial Photography”
We’re thrilled to welcome Cris J. Duncan, award-winning portrait and commercial photographer, as he presents:
“The Portrait Photographer’s Guide to Commercial Photography”
If you’ve ever thought about stepping into the world of commercial work—this is your chance to learn from one of the best. Cris will cover lighting, pricing, design theory, client communication, and everything you need to confidently price and shoot commercial jobs.
Dunlap Codding – June 9 at 6:30 PM
Optional dinner at 5:00 PM at S&B’s Burger Joint – 20 NW 9th St, OKC
Free for members | First meeting free for guest.
Don’t miss this opportunity to grow your skills, your confidence, and your business.
#MetroPPA #PhotographyEducation #CommercialPhotography #CrisJDuncan #OKCPhotographers #ProfessionalDevelopment #CreativeCommunity
Beginners Guide to Mixed Lighting Situations
Beginners Guide to Mixed Lighting Situations
Lighting doesn’t always play by the rules—and that’s exactly what makes it interesting. Mixing different types of light sources—like natural sunlight, flash, continuous light, and ambient room light—can be one of the most challenging aspects of photography. It’s also one of the most rewarding when done right.
Whether you’re shooting on location or indoors, learning how to balance and shape multiple light sources will elevate your work and give you creative control in any environment. Some days it might feel like the sun, the shadows, and your flash are all fighting each other. On April 8th, we’ll tackle that challenge head-on.
Join us at Will Rogers Park for a hands-on session focused on how to see light, control it, and combine it—even when it seems impossible. We’ll cover how to match color temperatures, shape light with modifiers, and use flash with natural light for consistent, professional-looking results.
Bring your camera and a flash (on- or off-camera), and get ready to experiment, problem-solve, and gain confidence with mixed lighting setups. Whether you’re new to artificial light or looking to fine-tune your skills, this class will help you take control of the scene—not the other way around.
Thirsty Thursday
Thirsty Thursday is almost here!
Join us on May 1st at 6:30 PM at Fuzzy’s Chisholm Creek for a relaxed evening of drinks, laughs, and good company. No agenda—just a great chance to connect with fellow creatives and unwind. Come hang out, bring a friend, and let’s toast to community!
#MetroPPA #ThirstyThursday #CreativeCrew#OKCEvents #PhotographyCommunity…
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Mark Moore-Commercial to Africa-A photographers unexpected journey.
Join photographer Mark Moore as he shares his professional journey from the commercial photography world to leading photo safaris in Africa. Mark’s presentation will begin with the how and why of his early career followed by an overview of his 44-year career as a commercial photographer and military photojournalist. Then, the “plot twist” as Mark shares his transformation to a landscape and wildlife photographer, sharing his images and how he applies his commercial experience to this new endeavor.
In Focus: The Balance of Creativity and Partnership
NARRATIVE STRUCTURE
From capture to preservation, we make stories last.
Based in Tulsa, Oklahoma, Narrative Structure is a premier provider of visual storytelling services. We specialize in capturing new imagery and preserving analog and digital media to ensure the stories of families, brands, and institutions remain impactful and enduring.
Co-founded by Lisa Mast and Christopher Bryan, our mission is to help our clients—whether individuals, businesses, or museums—tell their stories in ways that resonate for generations. We achieve this through expert digitizing, digital asset management, and commercial photography services.
We are:
● Photographers, archivists, and preservers of history, legacy, and story.
● Communicators of mission, purpose, and branding.
Digital Marketing Strategy for Photographers with Bertrand van Der Berg
Bertrand van der Berg will share how to get more inquiries for your photography-based business. We will focus on proven growth strategies for your business as well as trends to avoid this year when marketing your business. We cover international best practices to grow your digital influence and help build a brand around your photography business.
Thirsty Thursday
February Thirsty Thursday is at Perets Late-Night Dessert & Coffee Bar located inside the Paramount Building at 701 W. Sheridan Ave. Oklahoma City, OK
Headshot Workshop - January 2025
Member Led Headshot Workshop. You Bring Your Gear and We Provide the Lighting.
Leaders : Brent Fuchs and. Jim Felder
Member Led Headhsot Workshop