What is CMpro?
CMpro is a private forum for professional photographers and accomplished hobbyists who exhibit advanced technical skills and creative vision. Our goal is to foster a community of skilled photographers who can safely share knowledge, advice, and friendship with their peers. We seek members that will uphold and advance industry standards of artistic excellence and professional ethics.

CMpro is primarily business oriented, but working professionals and hobbyists alike are welcome to take advantage of the opportunity to network, participate in peer critiques, and generally interact with other experienced photographers in an environment that is more intimate than the larger Clickin Moms board.

All CMpro members maintain access to regular Clickin Moms forums and are encouraged to initiate discussions, participate in conversation, and contribute to the body of knowledge available there.

CMpro membership is by application only. A review board evaluates all applications and collectively decides whether to admit photographers to CMpro.

What are the evaluation criteria?
Portfolio Evaluation
- Website or Blogsite must have a portfolio with at least 30 polished images. If a blog is used, we will be looking at the first 2-3 pages to evaluate the consistency of the photographer.
- Images are technically proficient and show a mastery of exposure, shutter speed, aperture, color, tonality, and focus.
- Images are aesthetically pleasing and demonstrate an awareness of basic compositional principles and creativity.
- Image style (including processing) appears to be well-defined.
- Images illustrate personal artistic vision.
- Images are memorable.
Business Presence (if a working professional)
- Website/Blogsite is attractive, professional, and easy to navigate.
- Website/Blogsite contains contact information.
- Pricing structure is within a reasonable range for the applicant's market.

How much does it cost?
$25 application fee. You will receive brief feedback if your application is denied. You many only apply once every 90 days.

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$100 per year ($50/year for lifetime members). This includes membership to our regular CM forums, so you can cancel your other subscription.

How do I apply?
1) Submit your application fee here:

2) Submit your application here:
 

3) You will receive notification of acceptance or denial within 2 weeks.