NAPCP Gatherings

Growing and strengthening the global NAPCP community through inspired local connections

NAPCP brings together child photographers from all over the world, and strives to build thriving communities of artists committed to growing their skills, their artistry, and their businesses. We have found that our members yearn for ways to make in-person connections with local photographers — and that is how NAPCP Gatherings was born.

NAPCP Gatherings are formed and guided by NAPCP Ambassadors who are literally the eyes, ears, and face of our global association. Our Ambassadors endeavor to create personal relationships and networks on a local level and foster the collaboration that is a hallmark of NAPCP. Please check back to find a Gathering in your area!

OUR 2025 GATHERINGS DATES ARE AS FOLLOWS:

April 14th – 20th | September 1st – 7th

Albuquerque, NM

Bridging the Gap Between Photography Genres
WHEN: Tuesday, April 15
TIME: 6:00PM – 8:00PM MST
WHERE: Sawmill Market
1909 Bellamah Ave NW
Albuquerque, NM 87104
HOST: Julie Hamlin

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Asheville, NC

Inspiration & Creating a Business for Longevity
with Rachael McIntosh Photography
WHEN: Tuesday, April 8
TIME: 9:30AM – 11:00AM EST
WHERE: Engaged Asheville
41 N Merrimon Ave #107
Asheville, NC 28804
HOST: Valerie Eidson

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Ashland, MA

OCF for Natural Light Lovers
with Lyndsay McNiff
WHEN: Friday, April 11
TIME: 10:00AM EST
WHERE: Bagel Table
21 Main St
Ashland, MA 01721
HOST: Sara Maida

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Ashland, VA

Marketing – Success Stories
WHEN: Wednesday, April 16
TIME: 10:30AM EST
WHERE: Kristie Bradley Photography Studio
305 Ashcake Rd, Suite J
Ashland, VA 23005
HOST: Kristie Bradley

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Atlanta, GA

Photo Walk and Scooter Tour Along the Beltline
WHEN: Wednesday, April 16
TIME: 10:00AM – 12:30PM EST
WHERE: Ponce City Market
HOSTS: KariBeth Kemeys, Octavia Elease and Sara Harper

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Calgary, Alberta Canada

How Blogging Can Transform Your Photography Business
WHEN: Tuesday, April 15
TIME: 10:00AM – 11:30AM
WHERE: The Commons at ATCO Park
5302 Forand St SW,
Calgary, AB
HOST: Jillian Faulkner

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Charlotte, NC

Lunch and Artist’s Day
WHEN: Tuesday, April 22
TIME: 1:00PM EST
WHERE: Salted Melon Market & Eatery
100 West Worthington Ave, #Suite 107
Charlotte, NC 28203
HOSTS: Carolyn Ann Ryan and Jeannie DeSena

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Cocoa, FL

Headshot Swap
WHEN: Tuesday, April 22
TIME: 6:00 PM EST
WHERE: Porcher House
434 Delannoy Ave
Cocoa, FL
HOST: Kim Tank

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Coral Sprigs, FL

Headshots/Branding
WHEN: Friday, May 2
TIME: 11:00AM – 1:00PM EST
WHERE: The Studio Room
7522 Wiles Road Suite 112
Coral Springs, FL 33067
HOST: Nicki Lucas

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Dedham, MA

Social Media Tips & Tricks for Photographers, SEO Success
WHEN: Friday, April 11
TIME: 11:00AM – 1:00PM EST
WHERE: Temazcal Tequila Cantina
660 Legacy Pl
Dedham, MA 02026
HOST: Helena Goessens

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Denver, CO

Volunteer Senior Portraits/Giving Back to the Community
WHEN: Wednesday, April 9
TIME: 1:30PM MDT
WHERE: Stanley Beer Hall
2501 Dallas St #100
Aurora, CO 80010
HOST: Willy Wilson

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Eagle, CO

Headshot Exchange & Lighting
WHEN: Thursday, April 17
TIME: 10:00AM MDT
WHERE: Yeti’s Grind
330 Broadway
Eagle, CO 81631
HOST: EJ Dilley

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Fernandina Beach, FL

Spring NAPCP Gathering
WHEN: Monday, April 14
TIME: 6:00PM – 8:00PM EST
WHERE: Fernandina Beach, FL
416 Centre Street,
Fernandina Beach, FL 32034
HOST: Pam Bell

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Fort Myers, Fl

NAPCP Spring Gathering
WHEN: Wednesday, April 16
TIME: 10:00AM
WHERE: Seed & Bean Market
1520 Broadway #107
Fort Myers, FL 33901
HOST: Monica Alvarez

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Fort Wayne, IN

Photography and AI
WHEN: Thursday, April 17
TIME: 6:00PM – 8:00PM EST
WHERE: Orchard Ridge Country Club
4531 Lower Huntington Rd
Fort Wayne, IN 46809
HOST: Heather Bienz

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Kailua, HI

Open Chat for Photographers
WHEN: Wednesday, April 16
TIME: 11:00AM – 1:00PM HST
WHERE: Sunrise Shack Kailua
130 Kailua Rd, Unit 109
Kailua, HI 96734
HOST: Alison Bell

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Kailua, HI

AI and Photography
WHEN: Friday, April 11
TIME: 10:00AM HST
WHERE: Heather Eijzenga’s Home Studio
1353 Akaiki St
Kailua, HI
HOST: Heather Eijzenga

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Ledgewood, NJ

Creative Marketing Mastery: Storytelling, Strategies, and Streamlining Your Workflow
WHEN: Wednesday, April 16
TIME: 9:30AM EST
WHERE: Roosters Coffee House
202 Main St.
Ledgewood, NJ 07852
HOST: Kristine Esposito

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Minneapolis, MN

Tips for a Successful Busy Season and Complimentary Headshots for Your Business
WHEN: Wednesday, May 7
TIME: 10:00AM CST
WHERE: AMG Photography’s Studio
451 Taft Street N.E. Suite 15
Minneapolis, MN 55413
HOSTS: Ann Marie Grocholski and Giliane Mansfeldt

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Orlando, FL

Using AI (Evoto & Imagen) in Your Editing Workflow
with Amanda Kossina, Amanda Turner & Laura Turner
WHEN: Wednesday, April 16
TIME: 10:00AM – 1:00PM EST
WHERE: Simply Shelby Photography
5163 Dorwin Place
Orlando, Florida 32814
HOST: Shelby Finkelstein

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Palatka, FL

Family Session Shoot Out
WHEN: Friday, April 18
TIME: 10:00AM – 12:00PM
WHERE: Ravine Gardens State Park
1600 Twig St
Palatka, FL
HOST: Reanna Negron

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Pittsburgh PA

Spring NAPCP Gathering
WHEN: Tuesday, April 22
TIME: 12:00PM EST
WHERE: Bravo Italian Kitchen
1500 Washington Road
Pittsburgh, PA 15228
HOST: Kristin Meck

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Portland, OR

Shooting in Harsh Light
WHEN: Saturday, April 19
TIME: 10:00AM PST
WHERE: Hoyt Arboretum
4000 SW Fairview Blvd
Portland, OR 97205
HOST: Evelynne Gomes Greenberg

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Fort Rapid City, SD

A Photography Meetup for Goals, Growth, and Community
WHEN: Tuesday, April 15
TIME: 9:30AM MST
WHERE: MC Coffee House
7201 Mount Rushmore Road Suite 500
Rapid City, SD 57702
HOST: Kristi Foreman

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Richmond, VA

SEO & Blogging
WHEN: Wednesday, April 16
TIME: 12:00PM EST
WHERE: Brambly Park
1708 Belleville St
Richmond, VA 23230
HOST: Melissa Arlena Jeffcoat

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Ridgewood, NJ

Community Building
WHEN: Thursday, April 24
TIME: 10:00AM EST
WHERE: Live Love Laugh Photos Studio
580 North Maple Ave 2nd Floor
Ridgewood, NJ 07450
HOSTS: Lena Antaramian and Louisa Vilardi

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Saint Johns, FL

Spring NAPCP Gathering
WHEN: Monday, April 14
TIME: 10:00AM EST
WHERE: Mike’s Pour House
1515 County Rd 210 Suite 101
St Johns, FL 32259
HOST: Tracy Cepelak

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Fort San Diego, CA

Meet Up & Connect
WHEN: Thursday, April 17
TIME: 10:00AM PST
WHERE: Georges Camera
7475 Clairemont Mesa Drive
San Diego, CA 92111
HOSTS: Robin Lintrenta and Robyn Scherer

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Tacoma, WA

Headshot Swap & Networking Hour
WHEN: Saturday, April 12
TIME: 10:00AM – 12:00PM PDT
WHERE: Studio 253
739 St. Helens Ave
Tacoma, WA 98402
HOST: Julie Thomas Wagner

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York, SC

How to Style a Family
with April Cannon
WHEN: Thursday, April 17
TIME: 6:00PM – 7:30PM EST
WHERE: Yorkville Marketplace
108 N Congress St.
York, SC 29745
HOSTS: April Cannon and Erika Holifield

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