Mid-America Photography Symposium

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MAPSym in a Nutshell

Workshops & Presentations with acclaimed photographers
Keynote dinner
Vendor fair with equipment check out
Photo tour to Black Bass Lake
Model sessions in the Historic Downtown
Astrophotography at Lake Leatherwood & Beaver Bridge
Breakfast and 2 lunches included!

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Takin’ it to the Streets

Join us for the next Mid-America Photography Symposium, May 5, 6 & 7, 2023, in historic Eureka Springs, Arkansas![/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”2.5em” mobile_hide=”yes”][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][vc_column_text]

About MAPSym

The MidAmerica Photography Symposium is organized by a volunteer committee with the intent to provide a well balanced weekend of fun and education. Top photographers will give presentations on photography projects and practices designed for all levels of photography enthusiasts.[vc_empty_space height=”2.5em”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][om_reduce_space height=”1em”][vc_cta h2=”Don’t miss this unique opportunity!” h4=”Join us in historic Eureka Springs for a fun weekend of Photography!” remove_margins=”yes” add_button=”right” btn_title=”Registration” btn_link=”url:http%3A%2F%2Fmli.wxt.mybluehost.me/mapsym%2Fregistration%2F||”][om_reduce_space height=”1em”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_custom_heading text=”Our (color1)World Class(/color1) Speakers” uppercase=”yes” text_additional=”Just a few of our speakers below, see a full list on the speakers page.” add_shadow_text=”yes” font_container=”tag:h1|text_align:center” css_animation=”custom” shadow_text=”Speakers”][om_reduce_space height=”1em”][om_speakers filter=”category” description=”next” categories=”30″ margin_top=”0″ margin_bottom=”0″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row bg_type=”gradient” gradient_type=”diagonal2″ bg_color=”#676767″ bg_color2=”#313131″ font_color=”#ffffff”][vc_column][om_testimonials filter=”category” categories=”group-1″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space height=”3em”][vc_custom_heading text=”(color1)Some(/color1) Conference Activities” uppercase=”yes” text_additional=”Select the agenda item to expand for more details.” add_shadow_text=”yes” font_container=”tag:h1|text_align:center” css_animation=”custom” shadow_text=”Schedule”][om_reduce_space height=”2em”][om_agenda description_expand=”yes”]

[om_agenda_day title=”Day 1″ date=”5 May 2023″][om_agenda_item time=”7:00 am” room=”Turpentine Creek Wildlife Refuge” speaker_ids=”116″ title=”Optional Photo Tour of Turpentine Creek Wildlife Refuge” link=”url:http%3A%2F%2Fmli.wxt.mybluehost.me/mapsym%2Fturpentine-creek-wildlife-refuge%2F|||”]Arrive early to Eureka Springs for this amazing pre-symposium opportunity to photography the animals of Turpentine Creek Wildlife Refuge during this special photographers tour._{(Separate Fee Required)}[/om_agenda_item][om_agenda_item time=”1:00 – 4:00″ room=”Basin Park” speaker_ids=”116″ title=”Pre-symposium Photowalk” link=”url:http%3A%2F%2Fmli.wxt.mybluehost.me/mapsym%2Fphotowalk%2F|||”]Join MAPSym early birds for a photowalk and chances to win prizes[/om_agenda_item][om_agenda_item time=”7:00 – 9:00″ room=” Jack Rabbitt’s – Basin Park Hotel” speaker_ids=”116″ title=”Pre-symposium Mixer” link=”url:http%3A%2F%2Fmli.wxt.mybluehost.me/mapsym%2Fmapsym-mixer%2F|||”]Planning to be in Eureka Springs for Friday Night? Join us for a fun evening of drinks and photography in historic Eureka Springs.[/om_agenda_item][om_agenda_item time=”8:30 – 10:30″ room=”Beaver, AR” speaker_ids=”116″ title=”Pre-Symposium Excursion to Beaver Suspension Bridge” link=”url:http%3A%2F%2Fmli.wxt.mybluehost.me/mapsym%2Fbeaver-bridge-at-night%2F|||”]Join us for a full moon night shoot at the historic Beaver Suspension Bridge.[/om_agenda_item][/om_agenda_day]

[om_agenda_day title=”Day 2″ date=”6 May 2023″][om_agenda_item time=”8:00 – 11:30″ room=”Conference Center” speaker_ids=”113″ title=”Optional Pre-Symposium Workshops” link=”url:http%3A%2F%2Fmli.wxt.mybluehost.me/mapsym%2Fworkshops%2F|||”]Get more out of your time in Eureka Springs by registering for an optional workshop with one of the top photographers in town for MAPSym._{(Separate Fee Required)}[/om_agenda_item][om_agenda_item time=”8:00 – 3:00″ room=”Conference Center” speaker_ids=”112″ title=”Personal Portfolio Critiques- Bring Your Portfolio” link=”url:http%3A%2F%2Fmli.wxt.mybluehost.me/mapsym%2Fportfolio_review%2F|||”]Personal critiques and suggests from professional photography instructors.[/om_agenda_item][om_agenda_item time=”11:00 – 6:30″ room=”Conference Center” speaker_ids=”112″ title=”Expo Opens” link=”url:http%3A%2F%2Fmli.wxt.mybluehost.me/mapsym%2Fmapsym-fees%2F|||”]Vendor booths to browse and special event pricing on the latest camera gear![/om_agenda_item][om_agenda_item time=”11:30 – 12:30″ room=”Conference Center” speaker_ids=”112″ title=”Lunch (Included With Registration)” “]Sandwich buffet complements of your MAPSym registration.[/om_agenda_item][om_agenda_item time=”12:30 – 2:00″ speaker_ids=”114″ title=”Opening Session – Dixie Dixon Keynote” room=”Conference Center” link=”url:http%3A%2F%2Fmli.wxt.mybluehost.me/mapsym%2Fdixey-dickson-keynote%2F|||”]Start MAPSym with an inspiring and educational sessions by Dixie Dixon a nationally acclaimed speaker![/om_agenda_item][om_agenda_item time=”2:00 – 5:30″ speaker_ids=”114″ title=”Breakout Sessions” room=”Conference Center” link=”url:http%3A%2F%2Fmli.wxt.mybluehost.me/mapsym%2Fbreakout-sessions%2F|||”]Your choice of sessions lead by talented photographers on a varity of photographic topics![/om_agenda_item][om_agenda_item time=”5:30 – 6:30″ room=”Conference Center” speaker_ids=”112″ title=”Ozark Photo Challenge Reception” link=”url:http%3A%2F%2Fmli.wxt.mybluehost.me/mapsym%2Fozark-photo-challenge%2F|||”]Join us for a viewing and reception for the top images from the Ozark Photographers Challenge.[/om_agenda_item][om_agenda_item time=”6:30 – 8:30″ room=”Conference Center” speaker_ids=”112″ title=”Keynote Dinner with Jack Fusco” link=”url:http%3A%2F%2Fmli.wxt.mybluehost.me/mapsym%2Fkeynote-dinner-with-jack-fusco%2F|||”]Join us for an evening honoring the work of a nationally acclaimed photographer, Jack Fusco, as he shares his images, stories, and tips._{(Separate Fee Required)}[/om_agenda_item][om_agenda_item time=”9:30 – 12:00″ room=”Lake Leatherwood” speaker_ids=”112″ title=”Astrophotography Photography” link=”url:http%3A%2F%2Fmli.wxt.mybluehost.me/mapsym%2Fstar-trails-at-lake-leatherwood%2F|||”]The stars shine over nearby Lake Leatherwood, casting reflections in the water. Take a break and enjoy photographing nature in the dark.[/om_agenda_item][om_agenda_item time=”9:30 – 12:00″ room=”Downtown Eureka Springs” speaker_ids=”112″ title=”Late Night Model Session” link=”url:http%3A%2F%2Fmli.wxt.mybluehost.me/mapsym%2Flate-night-model-session-on-the-historic-loop%2F|||”]The moon and stars aren’t the only things worth taking pictures of when the sun goes down. Join us in Historic Downtown Eureka Springs for a fun shoot with models by the ambient street light.[/om_agenda_item][/om_agenda_day]

[om_agenda_day title=”Day 3″ date=”7 May 2023″][om_agenda_item speaker_links=”” time=”5:30 – 8:00″ room=”Black Bass Lake” speaker_ids=”113″ title=”Sunrise Photography Hike” link=”url:http%3A%2F%2Fmli.wxt.mybluehost.me/mapsym%2Fsunday-morning-at-black-bass-lake%2F|||”]Get up early and join us for a photo shoot to capture the nature along the trails of Black Bass Lake.[/om_agenda_item][om_agenda_item time=”7:30 – 9:00″ room=”Conference Center” speaker_ids=”112″ title=” Breakfast (Included With Registration)”]Breakfast bar – complements of your MAPSym registration.[/om_agenda_item][om_agenda_item time=”8:00 – 3:30″ room=”Conference Center” speaker_ids=”112″ title=”Expo Open” link=”url:http%3A%2F%2Fmli.wxt.mybluehost.me/mapsym%2Fmapsym-fees%2F|||”]Vendor booths to browse and special event pricing on the latest camera gear![/om_agenda_item][om_agenda_item time=”8:00 – 3:00″ room=”Conference Center” speaker_ids=”112″ title=”Personal Portfolio Critiques- Bring Your Portfolio” link=”url:http%3A%2F%2Fmli.wxt.mybluehost.me/mapsym%2Fportfolio_review%2F|||”]Personal critiques and suggests from professional photography instructors.[/om_agenda_item][om_agenda_item speaker_links=”” time=”8:30 – 10:00″ speaker_ids=”114″ title=”Patrick Murphy-Racey – Keynote Speaker” room=”Conference Center” link=”url:http%3A%2F%2Fmli.wxt.mybluehost.me/mapsym%2Fpatrick-murphy-racey-keynote%2F|||”]Sony Artisan of Imagery Patrick Murphy-Racey talks about Photography.[/om_agenda_item][om_agenda_item speaker_links=”” time=”10:30 – 12:00″ speaker_ids=”114″ title=”Breakout Seasons” room=”Conference Center” link=”url:http%3A%2F%2Fmli.wxt.mybluehost.me/mapsym%2Fbreakout-sessions%2F|||”]Choose from many sessions by top photographers on a variety of interesting subjects.[/om_agenda_item][om_agenda_item time=”12:00 – 1:00″ room=”Conference Center” speaker_ids=”112″ title=”Lunch (Included With Registration)” “]Sandwich buffet complements of your MAPSym registration.[/om_agenda_item][om_agenda_item speaker_links=”” time=”1:00 – 4:30″ speaker_ids=”114″ title=”Breakout Seasons” room=”Conference Center” link=”url:http%3A%2F%2Fmli.wxt.mybluehost.me/mapsym%2Fbreakout-sessions%2F|||”]Choose from many sessions by top photographers on a variety of interesting subjects.[/om_agenda_item][om_agenda_item time=”5:00 – 7:00″ room=”Downtown Eureka Springs” speaker_ids=”112″ title=”Haute Couture Model Session” link=”url:http%3A%2F%2Fmli.wxt.mybluehost.me/mapsym%2Fhaute-couture%2F|||”]During this fun photo shoot we will explore haute couture posing and costuming to create unique images for your portfolio.[/om_agenda_item][/om_agenda_day][/om_agenda][om_reduce_space height=”26px”][vc_cta h2=”Number of participants is limited!” h4=”Don’t miss your seat. Join us in Eureka Springs!” remove_margins=”yes” add_button=”right” btn_title=”Registration” btn_link=”url:http%3A%2F%2Fmli.wxt.mybluehost.me/mapsym%2Fregistration%2F||”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space height=”2em”][vc_custom_heading text=”Our (color1)Sponsors(/color1) and Partners” uppercase=”yes” font_container=”tag:h1|text_align:center”][vc_empty_space height=”1em”][om_logos images=”2288,713,2133,714,715,609,1507,1708,2144,2147,2142,2139,2137,4043,4042″ img_size=”300″][om_logos images=”4039″ img_size=”600″][vc_empty_space height=”2em”][/vc_column][/vc_row]