The MPPA is a state photographic organization whose purpose is to provide an environment for its members promoting professional excellence, financial success and personal accomplishment, which will in turn help the professional to provide the finest quality photography and services to both their clients and their communities. The MPPA offers its members opportunities to learn from the experience and knowledge of some of the most talented artists and craftsmen in the entire photographic industry, discover the best and latest in photographic techniques, technology and its applications, and sharpen your competitive edge in increasingly competitive endeavors.