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The Photographic Society of Malaysia

Promoting the Art of Photography since 1956.

The Photographic Society of Malaysia was founded in 1956 to promote photography as an art form. Membership is open to everyone, and as members, you grow with us as photographers and discover the exciting and varied world of photography.

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Open for entries

Competitions & salons to enter now

From our international salon to free regional circuits and members-only contests, there is always something to enter.

All competitions

Since 1956 we have promoted photography as an art, helping people of every level grow as photographers and explore the varied world of the image.

1956Founded, and active ever since
500+Members across Malaysia
30+International salons held
FIAPNational body, with PSA & RPS

From our members

Member portfolios and recent contest winners. The gallery holds dozens of photographers' collections.

Explore the gallery
Member photograph
Harry Woo Hong Sang
Featured portfolio
Winning photograph
Teh Eng Guan
First prize
Winning photograph
Andy Phua
Second prize
Winning photograph
Wong Wai Sun
Third prize
Member photograph
Philip Cheang
Member portfolio
Recognition

Earn your PSM distinction

PSM confers its own lifetime distinctions, recognised by the Registrar of Societies since 1990. A clear ladder from Associate to Honorary Fellow.

Successful portfolios
Level 1

Associateship

APSM

For members and non-members with high proficiency. Submit a coherent body of work with a written statement and hanging plan.

Portfolio of 12 works

Level 2

Fellowship

FPSM

For existing Associates or ARPS / FRPS holders, showing high achievement combined with service such as lecturing or publication.

Portfolio of 18 works

Honorary

Honorary Fellowship

Hon.FPSM

Conferred by the Council to recognise distinguished contributions to photography or to the Society. By nomination only.

By nomination of members

All distinctions are awarded for life. In 2014, 27 photographers from several countries were conferred Hon.FPSM. Members may also pursue FIAP (AFIAP, EFIAP) and PSA honours.

News & events

The latest from the society

All news
Membership

Join a society that has nurtured Malaysian photography since 1956

Open to beginners and experienced photographers of all ages. Grow with us through competitions, outings, talks and the path to distinctions.

  • Members-only competitions
  • Photography outings & travel
  • Talks, study groups & gatherings
  • Pathway to PSM distinctions
Life member
RM600
One-time. RM400 for senior citizens.
Join for life
Ordinary member
RM50 / year
Two-year minimum, plus one-time entrance fee.
Become a member
Contact

Get in touch

Questions about membership, our salons, competitions or distinctions? Send a message and the committee will get back to you.

AddressKuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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