Competition Prep Night: Image Review & Critique Party
Getting ready for competition? Bring your laptop and your images—yes, even the ones you’re unsure about.
Join us for an interactive image review session where a panel of PPA Master Photographers will help you evaluate, refine, and strengthen your competition entries. Whether you're selecting your final images or deciding which photographs have the most potential, you'll receive valuable feedback and insights from experienced competitors and judges.
Together, we'll explore the key elements that create an award-worthy image, including:
This is a supportive, educational environment designed to help you gain confidence, improve your work, and submit your strongest images possible.
Bring your questions, your creativity, and your best images—we can't wait to see what you've been working on!
On Location:
Forgotten Spaces: Storytelling & Long Exposure Photography Workshop
Step beyond the public tour and into the hidden corners of history during this exclusive 5-hour photography workshop and private tripod tour.
Hosted within the historic buildings of The Village (formerly the Traverse City State Hospital), this semi-guided experience gives photographers rare access to unrestored spaces that are seldom open to the public—including basements, attics, and the remarkable 1883 underground steam tunnel.
Working in small groups, you'll have plenty of time to explore, compose, and photograph the architectural details, textures, and atmosphere that make these forgotten spaces so captivating.
What You'll Learn Throughout the workshop, you'll discover techniques for creating more compelling and atmospheric images, including:
Whether you're passionate about architectural photography, historic preservation, fine art imagery, or simply enjoy exploring places few people ever get to see, this workshop offers a truly unique opportunity to photograph hidden spaces while expanding your creative skills.
Workshop Details Date: October 9, 2026Duration: 5-Hour Workshop & Private Tripod Tour Location: The Village (Formerly the Traverse City State Hospital), Traverse City, Michigan
DPPA Member Registration Exclusive Member Registration (Register by July 28): $100Early Bird (July 29 – August 28): $100Regular Registration (August 29 – September 18): $115
Non-Member RegistrationEarly Bird (July 29 – August 28): $140Regular Registration (August 29 – September 18): $155
Space is Limited.
To provide a comfortable shooting environment and plenty of opportunities for hands-on instruction, attendance is limited.
A minimum enrollment is required for this workshop. If the minimum number of participants is not reached by September 18, 2026, all registered participants will receive a full refund.
