Irish Photography Front and Centre at the World Photographic Cup
30 August 2026
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One of the Finest: A Tribute to Vincent O’Byrne
18 August 2026
Vincent O’Byrne or Vinnie, as he was affectionately known by many, was a huge presence in photography, both here in Ireland and across Europe.
World Photographic Cup 2027: Could Your Image Represent Ireland?
21 July 2026
The search for images to represent Ireland at the World Photographic Cup 2027 has begun.
Meta’s Muse Image Explained: What Every Instagram User Should Know
10 July 2026
A simple explanation of what has been confirmed, what has been overstated and how to review your Instagram sharing settings.
Important Update: New Customs Duty on Parcels from Outside the EU
6 July 2026
Photographers ordering products, packaging, props or studio supplies from outside the EU should be aware of a new customs charge that may affect the final cost of small orders arriving into Ireland.
Garda Vetting for Photographers in Ireland: What Family and School Photographers Need to Know
18 June 2026
If you are a photographer in Ireland working with families, children, schools, preschools, sports clubs or community groups, Garda vetting is one of those topics that can feel a little unclear.
IPPVA x Capture One Workshop with Paul Reiffer
18 June 2026
Paul Reiffer is a Capture One educator and brand ambassador, and a landscape photographer.
MEET OUR WINNERS – S1 E5 – Grazina Mahon
14 May 2026
Episode 5 of Meet Our Winners was with Grazina Mahon, winner of IPPVA Family Portrait Photographer of the Year 2026, Newborn Contemporary Photographer of the Year and Overall 2026 Photographer of the Year 🏆
MEET OUR WINNERS – S1 E4 – Aisling Deverell
13 May 2026
Episode 4 of Meet Our Winners was with Aisling Deverell, winner of IPPVA Pets & Domestic Animals Photographer of the Year 2026 🏆
Award-Winning Images vs a Qualification Panel: What’s the Difference?
19 April 2026
For many photographers, photography awards and professional qualifications can seem quite similar at first. Both involve submitting your work, both are judged, and both can help build your reputation as a professional photographer. But they are not the same thing.
MEET OUR WINNERS – S1 E3 – Phil Voon
17 April 2026
Episode 3 of Meet Our Winners was with Phil Voon, winner of IPPVA Documentary Wedding Photographer of the Year 2026 🏆
How to Store Fabric Backdrops Properly: Practical Advice for Working Photographers
16 April 2026
For many IPPVA members, fabric backdrops are part of everyday working life. Whether you photograph portraits, pets, food, or products, your backdrops are not just background pieces — they are part of how you shape light, create mood, and deliver a polished final image to your client.