Registration · April 26–29, 2027

Reserve your place at
MPS 2027.

Registration includes all symposium presentations, two field sessions, evening gatherings, the welcome reception, and the closing session. Attendance is limited to 72 participants.

Registration

Reserve your place at
MPS 2027.

Registration is straightforward. Reserve your place with a $595 initial payment. Your registration includes all presentations, two field sessions, evening gatherings, the welcome reception, and the closing session. Attendance is limited to 72 participants.

72 attendees
Small, personal event
$595 due today
Initial payment applied to your total
Balance charged Dec. 27, 2026
120 days before the event
Early Bird Registration Standard Registration
$1,995 $1,795 $1,995

Available through July 31, 2026. Available now.

Beginning August 1, 2026, the registration rate is $1,995.

Register — Early Bird Register
Initial payment today $595
Remaining balance $1,200 $1,400
Charged Dec. 27, 2026

Early bird registration ended July 31, 2026.

What's included

Your registration includes
everything below.

A single registration covers the full four-day symposium experience — presentations, field sessions, evening gatherings, and the closing session. A few things you'll plan separately are listed alongside, so there are no surprises.

Your registration includes

Everything that makes MPS what it is.

  • All symposium presentations and discussions
  • Two afternoon field sessions, Tuesday and Wednesday
  • Your pick of field-session leaders (earlier sign-ups choose first)
  • Both PhotoJAM evenings — relaxed dinner-and-share gatherings, dinner provided
  • Monday welcome reception with light bites
  • The Closing Process — a collaborative final session on Thursday
Good to know

Plan separately.

These costs are not included in the registration fee.

  • Lodging, with a group rate available at the venue
  • Travel to and from Moab
  • Lunches and meals out — breakfast (venue hotel), the reception, and both PhotoJAM dinners are covered
  • Personal expenses
  • Optional activities outside the symposium
Travel & lodging info →

How registration works

Simple, transparent,
no surprises.

Registration is straightforward. A $595 initial payment confirms your spot, the balance is automatically charged 120 days before the event, and we’ll send a reminder before processing it.

1
Complete the registration form
Your name, contact info, and a few short questions about your photography background help us understand who’s attending and prepare accordingly.
2
Reserve your spot with $595
A $595 initial payment confirms your registration and is applied toward your total. The remaining balance is automatically charged to the same card 120 days before the event begins — we’ll send a reminder before the charge is processed.
3
Choose your field sessions
As soon as your registration is confirmed, you’ll rank your preferred field session leaders right on the confirmation page and get your Tuesday and Wednesday placements immediately. Placements go in registration order, so registering early gives you the best shot at your top choices.
4
Receive planning details
After registration, you’ll receive essential planning information, including lodging details when available. Approximately six weeks before the symposium, we’ll send your final confirmation package with your confirmed field sessions, schedule notes, and arrival details.
5
Complete pre-event forms
Before the event, you’ll receive any required waivers and final preparation notes. These must be completed before arrival.
Cancellation policy

If plans change, here’s how it works.

Your $595 initial payment reserves your place and is applied toward your total. Refunds are subject to a 5% processing fee.

More than 120 days out
Your $595 initial payment is refunded, less the 5% processing fee.
90 – 120 days out
Your initial payment becomes non-refundable. Any additional payments are refunded, less the 5% processing fee.
Within 90 days
Payments are non-refundable. If we’re able to fill your place, we’ll refund payments received, less the 5% processing fee. We’ll make a reasonable effort, but cannot guarantee your place will be filled.

Transfers. If you can’t attend, you may transfer your registration to another person with our written approval. Please contact us before making transfer arrangements.

Participation waiver

All participants are required to complete a waiver before arriving.

MPS requires all registered attendees to sign a standard liability and participation waiver prior to the event. The waiver covers participation in field workshops, outdoor activities, and the symposium generally.

The waiver will be sent digitally with your confirmation package, approximately 6 weeks before the symposium. It must be completed before arrival. If you have questions about the waiver content, email us before registering.

Stay in touch

Not ready for 2027?

If this year's symposium isn't the right fit, join the MPS email list and we'll keep you posted about future events, presenter announcements, and registration openings.

Still deciding?

Browse the presenters, read the FAQ, or just get in touch. We’d rather you ask than wonder.

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