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Gabby SalazarNANPA member since 2001

“NANPA is an organization that I think helps people grow from wherever they are.

We have photo editors, professional photographers, and people that have just picked up a camera.

You can walk up to anyone and talk to them about how passionate you are about photography and they can help you get to the next level. I think that is one of the best things about our organization. We are an organization that shares.”

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Deanne CunninghamNANPA member since 1994

“For me, NANPA has always been motivating and inspiring.

From the very first Summit meeting in Fort Myers to the [2015] Summit in San Diego, I have been inspired and motivated by not only the speakers, but also the editors, pros, and other members I have met and spoken with, some of whom have become very good friends and travel companions over the years.

No matter where you fit, in whatever level of photography, there is always something more you can learn. From articles, webinars, workshops, and Summits, NANPA provides a number of ways to inspire its members. I am a prime example.”

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Melissa GrooNANPA member since 2012

“I like to think that my advocacy work for NANPA has helped build and support its reach and membership.

I definitely seek to inform other photographers about NANPA, and have been pleased to see quite a few become members.”

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Michael CohenNANPA member since 2008

“I have been a member of NANPA for several years and insured under their program with Chubb. As a traveling photographer, I awoke to what may be a common nightmare, theft of the majority of my camera equipment from my van.

I immediately called Kristin, who promptly got the claim process started. Within a day or two I was contacted by an agent from Chubb for a statement. As soon as the police report was filed, I received a check. No fuss. If you own expensive camera equipment, I whole heartedly recommend NANPA’s insurance program.”

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Jim ClarkNANPA member since 1994

“I waited and wished for years for there to be an organization dedicated and focused on nature photography. Then NANPA came along and changed my life. NANPA was instrumental in elevating my career as a professional nature photographer.”

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Clay BoltNANPA member since 2009

“I think there is a great opportunity to use the organization to do a lot of good work for conservation and awareness of the natural world.”