Exciting news to share – I’ve been elected Vice President of the Professional Photographers of East Tennessee (PPETN).
This marks my second year on the board of directors, and I couldn’t be more thrilled to contribute to the growth of the local photography industry.
A Personal Commitment to Excellence
PPETN holds a special place as a hub for photographers, providing a wealth of educational resources and networking opportunities. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or an aspiring photographer, PPETN is the go-to spot for fostering growth and success.
“We are delighted to have Betsy as our Vice President. Her passion for photography, business skills, and previous board experience make Betsy
an invaluable asset to the organization,” said Liz Salem, President of PPETN. “Betsy’s willingness to share her knowledge and her dedication to elevating the photography community of East Tennessee is something to be admired.”
Eager to Contribute
I am thrilled to be elected as Vice President of the Professional Photographers of East Tennessee.
PPETN offers an incredible array of educational opportunities for photographers, empowering them to elevate their skills in both photography and business.
I am eager to contribute to the continued growth and evolution of PPETN as we support the ever-changing needs of our photographic community.
For more information about PPETN and its initiatives, please click here.
Betsy Bird, Cr. Photog., CPP, of Ride the Sky Equine Photography spends her days doing insane things to make animals look at her. Clearly, she’s desperate for attention. Outside of acting like a total goofball, she invests in growing her business, mentoring photographers, dealing with her teenagers' angst, and hanging with Nitro, the best dog ever. She also tries to spend some time educating and entertaining aspiring photographers by teaching and blogging about whatever catches her fancy at the moment.
Betsy has earned her Photographic Craftsman degree from the Professional Photographers of America (PPA) which honors photographers who contribute to the photographic industry through speaking, mentoring, and publishing. Betsy is also a Certified Professional Photographer (CPP) with PPA. The CPP designation is held by fewer than 2,500 photographers nationwide and is a hallmark of consistency, technical skill, artistry, and professionalism.
Additionally, she serves on the Board of Directors for the Professional Photographers of East Tennessee (PPETN) and the Tennessee Professional Photographers Association (TNPPA). She is also a professional member of the Equine Photographers Network (EPN).
Betsy's award-winning work has been featured in a variety of publications and is found throughout homes and stables in the United States. She is also the co-author of the book, Equine & Equestrian Photography Poses that Sell: The Ultimate Guide to Posing Horses & Humans. She has also been featured on Scenic Trend, the Profitable Photographer Podcast, The Business Animal Podcast, Chatter Magazine, Cowgirls with Cameras Podcast, the Chattanooga Times Free Press, the Chattanoogan, and the Focal Points Podcast to name a few.
Ride the Sky Equine Photography is based in Chattanooga, TN, Ride the Sky Equine Photography works on location in Tennessee, North Georgia, and beyond. With a strong background in entrepreneurship, brand building, goal setting, time management, and business workflows, Betsy is an expert in her field (which isn’t that surprising given how much time she actually spends outstanding in a field...get it?)