Terry Donnelly FSWPP Phil-Peat LSISLP Alan Jones LSIMPP Pedro Luis Ajuriaguerra

Dave Stanbury The Society of International Sport and Leisure Photographers (SISLP) welcomes photographers whose work covers all areas of sport and leisure photography. Both enthusiastic amateurs and working professionals are invited to join, whatever your sporting interest or level of experience.

Sports photography is one of the most demanding disciplines. Capturing fast-moving action, emotion, and defining moments often comes down to a split second, with no second chances. It requires anticipation, timing, and consistent technical skill under pressure.

Because of this, structured support and guidance can make a real difference to a photographer’s development. SISLP provides access to expert mentoring and constructive feedback designed to help members improve their work and build confidence in their shooting.

Members are supported through a clear qualification and progression structure, helping photographers develop their skills and gain recognition within the industry.

Alongside this, SISLP offers opportunities to share work with fellow photographers, gain feedback from a professional community, and stay informed through regular newsletters and Professional Imagemaker Digital magazine.

Membership also includes access to competitions, an interactive online communities, and a range of benefits designed to support photographers at every stage of their journey.

Whatever your sport or level, SISLP provides a welcoming community focused on improvement, support, and professional growth.

Want to find out more? Request a free information pack today.

Become a member of the Society of International Sport and Leisure Photographers and get the benefits today.

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Photo Webinars

Webinars

Take your photography to the next level with our exclusive webinars. From building your photo business, making the most out of your social media profiles, learning new lighting techniques to colour management. We have a webinar to help you develop your skills.

Photographic Mentoring

Mentoring

Feedback on your work can be insightful and help move your photography on to the next level. Our mentoring team will give you advice that you can implement in to your sports photography, that will ultimately help you improve your craft.

Find out how we can help improve your photography

Network with photographers

Networking

If you want to talk photography with fellow photographers, then there is no better place than The Society of Photographers' Photography Forum.

Chat, socialise and keep up to speed with the latest business and photographic trends in the privacy of a members' only forum.

Photographer of the Year

Competitions

Compete with fellow photographers and benefit from seeing your work standing shoulder to shoulder with some of the world's greatest images. We run competitions in many genres from Sport, Press and PR right through to Event photography.

London Photo Convention

Convention

The Society Convention is set to become the most memorable gathering of worldwide professional photography with a stunning array of speakers from all over the world and over 200 of the most influential companies.

Qualifications for photographers

Qualifications

The SISLP has a number of levels of qualifications/distinctions, which are awarded: Licentiate, Associate and Fellowship

Latest Sports Photographers to Join

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What the members say

  • Without the support of the Society and its great team, I would never have had the confidence to do this. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

    Karen Fitzsimmons
  • ...invaluable in helping me progress both creatively and professionally. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

    Davina
  • I would definitely recommend The Society to photographers of all levels, I have always found them to be very friendly, supportive, and helpful. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

    Shiralee Swan
  • As a member to The Society of Photographers I have access to a wealth of knowledge, expertise & support. This, alongside the opportunity to grow friendships with 'like minded' people, really helps my professional & personal development. Excellent online learning & sharing is uplifting. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

    Kevin Greene
  • Excellent organisation for anyone interested in photography. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

    Phil Melia


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