The Master Photographers Association (MPA) was established in 1952 by a breakaway group from the Institute of British Photographers, now the British Institute of Professional Photography, keen to establish a trade body to promote business. It was led for many years by Dr Roger Saunders. Today the MPA has over 1700 members and is the United Kingdom's only organisation for full time, qualified and professional photographers. The MPA offers members a variety of membership benefits, including education, qualifications, informative regional meetings, national seminars, business building promotions and marketing support. The MPA publishes The Master Photographer magazine for members and runs an annual awards scheme for photographic work in a variety of categories.