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As an IFPO Member, you can share your stories, and get published! Today’s Photographer International (TPI) showcases photographers who turn their passion into success. Our mission is to inspire, instruct, and inform through real experiences from members of the International Freelance Photographers Organization (IFPO).
- TPI is IFPO’s member-driven magazine showcasing real stories, business insights, and practical inspiration from IFPO photographers around the world.
- TPI Magazine brings photographers together by sharing authentic stories, tips, and experiences that help freelancers grow, get published, and succeed in the business of photography.
- TPI is the voice of the IFPO community, created by members for members, offering inspiration, visibility, guidance and support for photographers at every stage.
Who Can Submit?
TPI publishes work from IFPO Members only. If you are not yet a member, you may include your membership dues with your submission. TPI does not pay for published photos. Publication is one of the most valuable benefits of membership and an excellent way to gain exposure and recognition.
Your submission should tell a factual story about your work as a photographer or journalist—how you make money, find clients, get assignments, gain recognition, or anything else useful to other photographers or journalists. Shooting tips and technical insights are also welcome.
What Makes a Good Submission?
We want to hear about your journey as a photographer, how do you:
• Build your business or find clients
• Land assignments or gain recognition
• Earn money with your camera
• Develop techniques or creative approaches
Keep the focus on your work and experiences as a photographer, not on your subjects.
Possible Editorial Categories:
Feature Articles – Success stories or noteworthy achievements
On Assignment – Business insights, client work, or professional practices
Tech Tips – Equipment, techniques, or processes that help you create better images
Side Trips – Travel photography experiences and advice (not travelogues)
Reader Tips – Short, practical tips that work for you.
Have a unique idea? Send it in—you might inspire others.
Submission Checklist
Include the following with your submission:
• Name, IFPO member number, address, and phone number
• A photo of yourself (preferably with your camera)
• A caption for each photo: Who, what, where, when, how or why
• A typed or clearly written story
• Inventory list of photos (image numbers) with captions
• A brief biography (awards, publications, etc.)
• Your camera equipment list and processing preferences
Where Can You Send Your Submission?
Email: homeoffice@ainewsservice.org
(No more than 6 of your best photos per submission please)
Traditional Mail: TPI Magazine
PO Box 42, Hamptonville, NC 27020
• Include a self-addressed, stamped envelope if you want materials returned
(Otherwise, submissions may be kept on file for future consideration.)
* Submitting your story and photos grants Today’s Photographer International one-time publication rights.
More Tips & Tricks:
Do not submit stories about the subjects of your photos (e.g., war victims’ lives or how a band became famous). Keep the focus on your work — how or why you captured a particular photo.
Quality photos are essential. Their subjects may help shape your story: if they feature sports action, explain how or why you shot it, how you gained access, or how you secured the best position. The technical details behind these photos can also become a Tech Tip about special equipment, materials, or processes.
Captions for each photo must be included with your submission. That’s the who, what, when where and why of each photo. Without a caption the greatest photo in the world is not worthy of publication. Each caption should reference the photo image number: IMG_00001.JPG: John Doe Crosses the Finish Line to Win the 2025 Race
Feature articles usually address how to make money, gain access, get published, or other notable aspects of the profession. This is your chance to share expertise and demonstrate business savvy.
Reader Tips are for effective, “too good to keep” ideas. These might include how to get backstage or an interview with a member of a sports team.
Side Trips may include travel photography advice—not travelogues. Travel photography can be done anywhere, even at home. Every place has unique subjects. If you have a fresh angle, send it—we may even broaden our editorial scope.
Tech Tips include shooting tips, special equipment, materials, or processes.