Focus

The Association of Photographers was first formed in 1968 as the Association of Fashion and Advertising Photographers and is one of the most prestigious professional photographers’ associations in the world.

Here’s our latest focus.

AOP Events: Deconstructing Portfolios

Join us for this essential talk bringing together MPrint & Lucid Represents with special guest Jacqui Dixon for a live talk and evening reviewing why printed portfolios still matter to commissioners.

AOPf22 Behind The Scenes 2024

In celebration of 30 years of the f22 and International Women’s Day 2024.

An exhibition shot by women photographers also shows in parallel each of the photographers in action behind the lens. See it, be it. By increasing the visibility of women photographers they hope to inspire and encourage the next generation of female image makers rise up and help achieve that magic 50/50.

Jo Sax: Many Tears Rescue

Portraits by Jo Sax Shot for Many Tears Rescue in Wales I shot these portraits for Many Tears Rescue in Wales @manytearsrescue Focusing on the old and

© Louise Hagger, TheEndofAesthetics_panda2

Louise Hagger: End of Aesthetics

End of Aesthetics by Louise Hagger A personal project It’s 2024 and I’ve come to a realisation. There’s so much stuff in our lives. I’m not talking

AOP + MPB Personal Project Masterclass with Aneesa Dawoojee

Join us for an exciting MPB Personal Project Masterclass with Award winning AOP Accredited Photographer Aneesa Dawoojee

Aimed at entry and emerging talent photographers wanting experience with kit for a personal project, this Masterclass is sponsored by MPB, the largest global platform to buy, sell and trade used photo & video gear. There are 25 kit loans of kit available from MPB.com

Women in Motorsport, © Karen Yeomans

AOP’s Inaugural Bursary Fund

AOP’s Inaugral Bursary Fund
With thanks to our review panel, and Accredited Photographer participants who took time to send in their funding proposals, we’re delighted to announce the first recipients of the bursary fund of up to £2,000 each.

See the finalists of this year’s 38th AOP Photography Awards

Why not be part of a huge community of creative image-makers and get the best in support and inspiration?

© Simon Winnall

Upcoming events

AOP Photography Awards

The AOP Photography Awards are known as the ‘Oscars’ of the photography world. They celebrate excellence in the creative photography and image-making industry.
This is your chance to be seen by leading commissioners and names within the photographic industry.
Find out more about our 39th AOP Awards…