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The Cape Cod Professional Photographers hope you'll join us!

Become a Member

We're glad you're here!

Welcome to The Professional Photographers of Cape Cod, the largest organization of experienced Cape Cod professional photographers and videographers specializing in all areas of photography.

PPOCC's primary goal is to promote the continual education of its members. This, coupled with a code of ethics, helps to ensure that clients will have a rewarding and satisfying experience with the professional of their choice.

The dual purpose of the Professional Photographers of Cape Cod is to help clients find qualified professionals while also providing an enriching experience for PPOCC members by providing professional development and networking opportunities

More about the beginnings of PPOCC here

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VagabondView Studio 
PPOCC-JBK Photography - Cape Cod
JBK Photography

You should join us!

What's included with your PPOCC Membership . . .
Membership shall be extended to any individual/studio who is engaged in the business of professional image making.

Dues start at only $70 to be an Associate PPOCC Member.

See optional membership tiers below

This includes one additional employee/staff/spouse/partner from your studio. Additional persons from the same studio may join for $25 each. includes all general meetings, winter workshops and educational programs.

For questions concerning membership please contact Christine Hochkeppel at christine@capecodsaltybroad.com

The Cape Cod Professional Photographers hope you'll join us soon!

What's Included

Membership Requirements

●  All members must agree to adhere to the Code of Ethics of the Association and shall execute a written acknowledgment thereto.

●  A Cape Cod Pro member must attend a minimum of 3 events per year in order to stay a member in good standing.

●  Any member that resides full time* on Cape Cod wishing to take advantage of the marketing opportunities of our public website must have attended at least 3 meetings/events during the year they wish to be on the public website. 

PPOCC-You Ought to Be in Pictures - Cape Cod
You Ought To Be in Pictures
Requirements
Member Fees

Membership Tiers

ASSOCIATE

$70/yr

Yearly Membership Includes

 

  • General Meetings

  • Winter Workshops

  • Educational Programs

  • Many Social Gatherings

  • Directory Listing on Website

  • No Meeting Requirement

$70/yr

BUSINESS ASSOCIATE

Yearly Membership Includes

 

  • General Meetings - Winter Workshops - Educational Programs - Many Social Gatherings

  • We welcome and appreciate  Photographic Related Services to help support our association

CAPE COD PRO

$120/yr

Yearly Membership Includes

 

  • General Meetings

  • Winter Workshops

  • Educational Programs

  • Many Social Gatherings

  • Premier Directory Listing on Website*

  • Exclusive Referral List Notifications*

  • Voting Rights

  • Ability to invite guests to meetings

* requires 3 meetings per year attendance

*      Must reside and operate business on Cape Cod to be eligible for Professional membership. Must be registered in a town on Cape Cod and associated with a MA tax ID number

PART-TIME RESIDENT PRO

$250/yr

Yearly Membership Includes

 

  • General Meetings

  • Winter Workshops

  • Educational Programs

  • Many Social Gatherings

  • Premier Directory Listing on Website*

  • Exclusive Referral List Notifications*

 

  • No Meeting Requirement

*Part-time Residents must show proof of part-time residency (local mailing address) and have a MA tax ID number

PPOCC-Susan Jensen Photography - Cape Cod
Susan Jensen Photography

Code of Ethics

“ I, as a requirement for admission to and retention of membership and participation in Professional Photographers Association of Cape Cod, agree to strive at all times to upgrade and improve my knowledge and skill of professional photography, marketing and related areas. In all my dealings with users of photography and general public, I will:
• Strive to present all photographic services in surroundings and in a manner which reflects the highest levels of professionalism.
• Deal with all users of photography and the general public with honesty and integrity.
• Not use any marketing or competitive practice which violates any Federal Trade Commission, or other Federal or State regulatory agency rule or regulation, or Federal or State statute or any decision of any Federal or State Court; and
• Strive at all times to produce photography and photographic services in accordance with the highest levels of professionalism.
• In all dealings with fellow professional photographers, I shall share the knowledge and skill of professional photography.
• Support efforts for and assist in the education of all interested persons and the general public in the art and science of professional photography.”

Code of Ethics
Join Online / Mail

JOIN ONLINE

Complete our online form.


It's fast and easy!

JOIN US BY MAIL

Apply by Mail using a Check or Money Order

Download a printable application and mail it to us
with your check or money order.

 

Leadership

Many of our fine member studios can help you with your photographic needs. If you have some questions, concerns, or information that require the attention of our board of directors, feel free to contact us.
Leadership

CURRENT MEMBERSHIP

See our list of current members

UPCOMING EVENTS

What's Happening at PPOCC?

Current Members
Events
Denise Pressman

Denise Pressman

President

Fleeting Moments Photography
West Dennis, MA 02670
(203) 394-2234
Cassandra Sullivan

Cassandra Sullivan

Treasurer

Cassandra's Photography
Wareham, MA 02571
(508) 335-2369
Mark O'Connell

Mark O'Connell

Web Design

Mark O'Connell Photography
Pembroke, MA 02359
(781) 826-8189
Ewerton Decastro

Ewerton Decastro

Vice President

Decastro Photography
West Hyannisport, MA, 02672
(508) 280-8060
Eileen Powers

Eileen Powers

Membership

Javatime Design
Centerville, Massachusetts
(508) 790 0517
Christine Hochkeppel

Christine Hochkeppel

Past President/Board Advisor

Salty Broad Studios
Osterville, MA 02655
(508) 776-7606

    We'd love to have you join us for a meeting to get a feel if being a part of the Professional Photographers of Cape Cod is right for you.

    You'll get an opportunity to meet many of our members

(some you might already know!), and to listen to one of our top notch speaker programs or attend a social event without any obligation on your part.

Come for the program, stay for the camaraderie!

    Take a couple of minutes to complete our "Be Our Guest" contact form and a member of our board will be back in touch to give you all the details for your visit.

    We do hope you will join us, we are a Great group of professionals!

Upcoming Events
Yes, I want to join you for a meeting!

Be Our Guest!

Be Our Guest!
10/11/23, 10:00 PM
In Person Workshop - Reception Lighting that Rocks with Christine Hochkeppel
Pelham House Resort in beautiful Dennisport
11/8/23, 11:30 PM
Board Elections
Zoom
12/14/23, 10:00 PM
Board Meeting - Board Members only - Time TBD
Zoom
1/18/24, 11:00 PM
January Holiday Party at the Roller skate rink at the Pelham House in Dennis 6 pm
Roller skate rink at the Pelham House in Dennis
2/20/24, 11:00 PM
Annual Business Meeting and Mike Moats-The Properly Equipped Macro Photographer
Zoom and In Person at Fleeting Moments Photography Studio at 862 Main Street in West Dennis
3/19/24, 10:00 PM
Cassandra Sullivan - Lightroom Tips and Tricks
Zoom
4/23/24, 10:00 PM
DeCastro Photo - Workflow and Incorporating Ai Into Your Everyday Editing
Zoom
5/15/24, 4:00 AM
Nantucket Lighthouse Tour - In Person ( Rain Date 5/16 ) Time TBD
Nantucket Lighthouse Tour
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