---
title: Texas Photographic Society
description: Texas-based photography society hosting juried exhibitions and supporting photographers statewide.
url: https://www.artsume.com/o/texas-photographic-society
type: organization
createdAt: "2026-05-28"
updatedAt: "2026-09-30"
organizationType: Professional association
location: Odessa, TX, United States
website: https://texasphoto.org/watershed
yearFounded: 1984
---

# Texas Photographic Society

*Professional association • Odessa, TX, United States*

## About

Texas-based photography society hosting juried exhibitions and supporting photographers statewide.

Texas Photographic Society (TPS) is a membership-based photography organization based in Fort Worth, Texas, dedicated to supporting and promoting photographers of all levels. TPS organizes juried exhibitions held at galleries and museums across Texas, offering competitive awards and opportunities for photographers working in all styles and processes. The society provides member benefits including a Members' Gallery, Member Spotlight, social media features, an E-Zine, and discounted entry fees to competitions.

TPS partners with established Texas arts venues such as the Arlington Museum of Art and the Center for Contemporary Arts to exhibit member and juried work. The organization is funded through membership fees and grants from bodies such as the Texas Commission on the Arts.

## Details

- **Founded:** 1984
- **Location:** Odessa, TX, United States
- **Website:** https://texasphoto.org/watershed
- **Social Media:** facebook: https://www.facebook.com/texasphotographicsociety, instagram: http://instagram.com/texasphotosociety, linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/3837586

## Programs

View current programs from Texas Photographic Society on Artsume: https://www.artsume.com/o/texas-photographic-society