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South Central Chapter

SPE South Central Chapter includes:
Alabama, Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Oklahoma, Tennessee, Texas

Chair Jennifer Robison
Vice Chair/Secretary Michael Mulvey
Treasurer Humna Raza
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Message from the Chair

Welcome to the South Central Chapter! We cover a huge area, including Alabama, Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Oklahoma, Tennessee, and Texas. Our members include students, educators, curators, and independent artists, and we would love to count you among our number. 

CHAPTER LEADERSHIP & VOLUNTEERS

  • Jennifer Robison, Chair (2025-2027)
  • Michael Mulvey, Vice-Chair/Secretary (2026-2028)
  • Humna Raza, Treasurer (2023-2025)

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  • Want to host a conference? Please email us at southcentral@spenational.org if you and your host institution are interested.
  • Member News - We want to share your news. Send us your news, relevant images, and links for us to share on social media and our newsletter.
  • Instagram Takeovers - Ask us about doing an Instagram takeover. 

Contact us: southcentral@spenational.org

Upcoming Conference

Visual Currents

2026 SPESC Photography Conference

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock - Little Rock, Arkansas   |   October 23 - October 24, 2026

We're thrilled to announce that the University of Arkansas at Little Rock will host the 2026 SPE South Central Chapter Conference! Join us for two days of talks, exhibitions, and community events celebrating photography and education in the region.

This year's conference will feature acclaimed photographer Todd Hido as keynote speaker, along with an exhibition of his work and that of Angela Strassheim, plus a juried members and student exhibition at UA Little Rock.

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What do editors actually look for in a portfolio review? Watch the full recording of our webinar with @spenational at our link in bio. Applications close May 24.

Panelists ⬇️

• @elizkrist Founding Member, Visual Thinking Collective & Former Senior Photo Editor, National Geographic
• @corinne.perkins North America Editor, Reuters Pictures
• @heather_casey Photo Editor at The New York Times
• @olivierclaurent Senior Photo Editor at The Washington Post

Moderators ⬇️

• @roseleen Founder, Visual Thinking Collective & Former Director of Photography, National Geographic
• @nikon_warrior Visual Media Producer, U.S. Marshals Service

6 days ago via Instagram

What do editors actually look for in a portfolio review? Watch the full recording of our webinar with @spenational at our link in bio. Applications close May 24. Panelists ⬇️ • @elizkrist Founding Member, Visual Thinking Collective & Former Senior Photo Editor, National Geographic • @corinne.perkins North America Editor, Reuters Pictures • @heather_casey Photo...

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