FacebookInstagramXX
Home Page2026-01-30T15:32:54-06:00

OVER 30 CLASSES

View More

A WEEK PACKED WITH
EDUCATION AND FUN

View More

HUGE TRADE SHOW

View More

WORLD CLASS INSTRUCTION

When you attend Texas School, you are in one class with your instructor for the entire week. It is a deep-dive educational experience.

  • Top Industry Instructors – our instructors are at the top of their craft.

  • Small Class Sizes – ensure you get maximum attention from your instructor.

  • Hands-on Learning – classrooms equipped with the latest gear.

Join us at the unrivaled Texas School of Professional Photography.

TEXAS SCHOOL IS VALUE

Small Class Sizes Rock!
Texas School offers 32 classes covering a wide range of photographic study. Choose from classes to help you with creating better images, image editing, expanding your creativity or growing your business. Spend the entire week in one class working closely with your instructor who will guide you through the techniques and the skills you need to become a complete photographer. Plus, we offer plus 8 Saturday Classes on Saturday before Texas School officially gets underway.

Texas School is Fun.  Always has been.  Always will be.
After a full day of photography, it is time to cut loose for a little evening fun and fellowship with 1000 of your closest photographer friends. Our legendary evening events include live music, free refreshments, crazy costumes and amazing door prizes are just part of the evening activities at Texas School.

Vendors Keep Tuition Low
Our amazing vendors go out of their way to make sure you have a great week at Texas School. They provide you with FREE evening meals, loaner equipment for you to try out and free door prizes every time you turn around.

We’re here all week!
Texas School boasts an impressive Trade Show with over 70 vendors offering the BEST prices on equipment anywhere! You will NOT be disappointed! On Wednesday, the trade show swells with additional vendors and instructor specials.  And don’t forget the FREE Door prizes!

When you come to Texas School, expect the unexpected.  You may be surprised to find that you just met your new best friend.  Or maybe you made the right contact who will change everything about your business. You may come to Texas School feeling like you are in it alone, but you will leave with a whole new support group that will help you get where you want to be and keep you on track. The networking at Texas School is priceless, and comes to all attendees at no extra charge!

WHY CHOOSE TEXAS SCHOOL?

The Texas School of Professional Photography is six days of the BEST photographic education in the world. Our classes educate, inspire creativity and invigorate your photography business. We provide first-class instructors in a small class size which ensures more individual attention to meet your needs.

After class, unwind with legendary our FUN and FREE evening events. And don’t forget our impressive Trade Show with over 70 vendors offering the BEST prices on equipment anywhere! You will NOT be disappointed!

Because you will leave full of new ideas, new friends, new vision, we know you will join those who anxiously await Texas School NEXT year! Experience the unrivaled Texas School of Professional Photography: The BEST photographic education at the best price…and SO much more!

TEXAS SCHOOL SATURDAY Classes

Saturday, April 25.

10am-5pm – Texas School Saturday Classes

6pm – Instructor and Staff reception
6:30 – TPPA Awards Ceremony
8:30pm – TPPA Awards Ceremony

SUNDAY SCHOOL Keynote Speakers

We kick off the week with Sunday School and two outstanding all-school presentations.

At 10AM, Allison Tyler Jones presents “The Art of Selling”.

At Noon, don’t miss “The Art Behind the Technique” by Author and Canon Explorer of Light, Roberto Valenzuela.

ONE WEEK: Endless Possibilities

Cris Duncan, Texas School Director

Texas School is back! With 30+ world-class classes, hands-on learning, and the best gear deals of the year, you’ll sharpen your craft in lighting, posing, business, and more.

Stay sharp. Stay inspired. Stay ahead—join us at the 2026 Texas School of Professional Photography for a week of growth, connection, and unforgettable fun!

Countdown to Texas School
April 26 – May 1

Texas School Begins April 26th, 2026
0
0
0
0
Days
0
0
Hrs
0
0
Min
0
0
Sec

Texas School News

Catch the latest news about classes, events, registration and more.

The Texas School of Professional Photography

Educating Photographers for Over 50 Years!

What is the real power behind the camers? YOU! Your brain, your creative insight, your unique way of looking at the world. When you share an image, you share a part of yourself and something that should be treasured. Could you do more? Be more? Create more? Texas School of Professional Photography has you covered. Once a year, close to 1,000 photographers from all across the globe gather for the largest one week continuing education program in the world. It's not like anything elseyou have ever done. You are with one instructor for an entire week--all day to dive deep. With over 30 different instructors all teaching a different class, you can find something that fits your needs a passions. From business building, to creativity expansion to post-processing with photoshop and AI to the mainstay--learning lighting and camera skills, Texas School is YOUR place to grow. Boudoir, architecture, commercial, senior, family, fine art, landscape, nature, animals, newborn, maternity, motherhood, and travel photographers will all find a place at Texas School of Professional Photography. When the sun dips low, the parties and community building start each night. You can find connections and builld your portfolio at Creation Lab with gear, models and building blocks to help you realize your vision. From renting our a Texas Dancehall is mouth watering BBQ to our Signature Closing party to our family meals, your evenings are packed full. Then there is the tradeshow. Major camera brands including Canon, Sony, Fuji, Pansonic and Nikon are all there along with lens manufacturers like Sigma and Tamron. If there is a top gear brand, they have a rep there with Arlington Camera. All the major labs are there to help you curate your offerings and keep you at the top of your game. Visit with reps from Millers Lab, ACI, BWC, H&H and more. Everything you need for a succesful career as a Photographer is at Texas School. April 26-May 1 in Addison, TX Register at texasschool.org
Creativity. It’s something you cultivate. Build. Stretch. Take your understanding of art to the next level at Texas School of Professional Photography as Shannon Squires guides you in creating the art you envision in your heads. From concept to creation, Shannon’s class starts with developing a story, working with models in photographing the story. Lighting tips! The technical made simple. Yeah! Then, using photoshop and other tools, you work alongside Shannon. Time for questions. One on one help. You are not lost tying to follow along on youTube. One full week. Your creativity will skyrocket and you will be capable of earning more money with your photographic art. Texas school of Professional Photography happens once a year in Addison, TX. Join almost 1,000 photographers as they spend a week in small classes learning hands-on in a safe space. Caring instructors, fellow students who cheer you on. This is your place for growth. Register today at texasschool.org #learnphotography #learnphotoshop #createart #texasphotographer #texasschool #texasphotoschool #photography #photoshop #photos #dfwphotography #dfwphotographers #photographyeducation #photographyschool #photographyschools
Can straight out of camera images look amazing? YES when you add in flash. Can it still look natural? YES Elevate your photography and master the skills needed to build a successful business. Learn this and so much more at Texas School of Professional Photography. One week diving deep with one instructor. Choose from over 30 classes including Mastering the Art & Business of Photography with Jamie Hayes and Mary Fisk-Taylor. Link to register in bio #photographyschool #learnphotography
Who Won? Day 3 at Imaging USA.
It’s HERE! The 2026 Texas School Theme Party Announcement! You’re a Shining Star at Texas School!
Texas School—the ONE week each year that changes photographers’ lives. Registration opens Jan 3rd at 11pm CST. Classes sell out in seconds. How will YOUR life be changed? #txschool #photographers #photoeducation #photoschool #learnphotography #texasphotographer #texasphotoschool #texasschool #texasschoolofphotography #dfwphotography #dfwphotographer
JOY to you and yours🌲 Merry Christmas from Texas School. #txschool #texasschoolofphotography
Play Texas School Instructor Roulette!! Tap to pause and reveal your instructor. View the full lineup at the link in bio #photoschool #photoeducation #texasschool #txschool #photography #texasphotoschool #photographyworkshop
The 2026 Texas School instructors have been announced!! Who will you be taking? #txschool #photoschool #texasphotoschool #learnphotography
What class will you be taking? Join us LIVE in the Texas School Facebook group Thursday Sept 4 at 7pm CT for the BIG reveal. #photographer #photoeducation #learnphotography #texasohotographer
One week from today! The 2026 Texas School Instructor reveal. Join us LIVE on the TSPP Facebook page. Link in bio
Copyright 2026 | Texas School of Professional Photography | All Rights Reserved | Texas Professional Photographers Association, Inc.
FacebookInstagramXX
Go to Top