We are looking for five volunteers to join the Board for 2026.  Seven of our members will be continuing into 2026 so you’ll be joining a team with experience.

About the Board

There are a few requirements volunteers must meet:

• This is a volunteer position
• You must indicate your interest by sending email to: Seattle@ASMP.org by midnight, Sunday, October 12, 2025
• Any paid level membership is eligible to volunteer
• We meet monthly  via a  90-minute online call and expect all members to attend (we understand there may sometimes be conflicts in timing)
• Occasionally, other meetings are required for specific projects or events
• You should be willing to plan and lead/co-lead an event* and/or contribute on a regular basis via one of our administrative tasks
• You should attend as many events as possible and be willing to help the event organizer, as needed
• We prefer board members commit for a 2 to 3 year period, but that is not required.  At a minimum 1 year is expected

If you are interested in moving the chapter forward and are willing to commit to the requirements you should volunteer!

Depending on the number of volunteers an official election may be needed. That will be determined on October 13, 2026.

Once volunteers are selected, and if needed,  the committee will choose officers from among themselves.  Officers must have a Professional or Leader ASMP membership.

It would be great to have more representation from the entire chapter (Eastern Washington, Tacoma area, Montana, etc). We are especially interested in recruiting members outside the Seattle area to represent their geographic area, manage satellite events either in conjunction with Seattle events (e.g. the annual slideshow event), or standalone events such as coffee meetups, local pub nights, photowalks.  We also encourage those new to the photography profession to volunteer.

If more than five members volunteer, we may need to schedule a formal voting process but will address that, if needed.

Timeline

• Email sent week of September 14, 2025 to ensure all members are aware of this opportunity
• Members will have 30 days from the date of this post (midnight October 12, 2025) to express interest in joining the Steering Committee
• If five  or fewer members volunteer, we will move forward to establish the Board by meeting soon after the 30-day deadline.
• If more than five members volunteer, we may need to hold an official election. If an election is necessary, we’ll provide additional information about the process and timeline

For more information or questions, look for the email coming next week or send a message to Seattle@asmp.org.

Check out the previous blog posts about the current and past committee members.

* Events can be simple, like a photowalk, or more complex. The committee can help with ideas, so don’t let that hold you back! 

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“If you’re going to San Francisco, be sure to wear some flowers in your hair”... and please consider visiting local ASMP member, Sharon D’Amico’s exhibit at the Museo Italo Americano in San Francisco.

Twenty-eight of her “compelling abstract photographs capturing the everchanging moods of sea and sky” will be on display through October 12th as part of the Museo’s “Echoes” Exhibition.

Congratulations to Sharon on this beautiful body of work!

Museo Italo Americano 

Fort Mason Center

2 Marina Blvd. Building C

San Francisco, CA 94123

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Being a photographer often means working solo, whether you’re editing at home, meeting clients on location, or juggling business tasks. 

ASMP Seattle/NW + NANPA is launching a new rotating event series just for members: Cameras & Coffee and Cameras & Cocktails.

These casual meetups will take place regularly, alternating between coffee shops and pubs. Some gatherings will be weekday mornings or evenings, others on weekends, giving you more flexibility to join when it fits your schedule.

Whether you want to talk business, creative process, gear, burnout, inspiration, or just meet other photographers in the area, these events are designed to be open, supportive, and genuinely fun.

Bring your questions, recent work, your wins, your struggles, or just your curiosity. 

We’re here to connect, collaborate, and build a creative community, one conversation at a time.  

Each event will be led by one or more Board Member.

SCHEDULE:
August 6 – 10 AM | Cameras & Coffee, Grumpy Bean Seattle 

September 10 – 5:30 PM | Cameras & Cocktails, Kangaroo & Kiwi (Ballard)

October 8 – 10 AM | Cameras & Coffee, location info coming soon

November 5 – 5:30 PM | Cameras & Cocktails, location info coming soon

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We want our time, energy and resources used in a way that supports you – so let us know how we can best do that!

The survey is open to current, past, (potential)  future members!

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PCNW is a valuable resource for our community providing workshops, classes, hosting gallery shows and much more.  Those who join during  the  membership drive  will receive a code for 20% off summer quarter workshops and classes.*  The first 30 people to join or renew will receive the mug in the photo at the top of this post.

All memberships come with a list of discounts  which can quickly offset the cost of membership. Check their website for membership levels and associated benefits.

This offer ends on March 16 so don’t miss this opportunity!

* Current members can contact PCNW for the discount code. 

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Our friends at Photocenter Northwest (PCNW) are hosting an alumni event that is open to all.  Print an image and join them!

Join PCNW Alumni to celebrate the work of our community — let’s cover the walls and tables with photography!

• This is all fun, no competition, no judgement, no fee.

• In the PCNW Auditorium, hosted by PCNW Alumni.

• All PCNW students, faculty, staff, alumni and friends are welcome.

• First come, first hang. Bring one print and be ready to clip, pin or hang to the wall. Tables available for zine or maquette.

Questions? Contact: Lisa Ahlberg or Gwen Emminger

More info here.

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Anyone can join the project, with discounted fees for ASMP/NANPA/OPPA members.  There are six categories for your entries in the contest, plus there are four craft categories that reward excellence in craft and technique.  Discounted gear rental is available through Pro Photo Supply (Portland).

To get full details and to sign up to be notified when registration opens read all the information and documentation on the 2025pdxsquared website!

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According to the Summit website, “The 2025 Summit is named “Discover” for a reason… it is a chance to Discover (or Re-Discover) all that NANPA has to offer at its flagship event. This year, the NANPA Summit is bolstered by the team at ASMP, and you will see this renewed commitment to you, photography, and the natural world at every turn.”

For more information or to register check out all the details on the NANPA Summit website.

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