Pro isn’t synonymous with famous. They can definitely start a photography business with the right guidance and make a living.
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PPA (Professional Photographers of America) and your StatePPA. Example, VPPA for Virginia. Also, if you plan on getting a degree, major in business and minor in photography. You can join local clubs, but they are mostly hobbyists who are usually great photographers but know very little about business operations, however there might be a pro who is a member. Use this website to find photographers who have a business in your area and reach out to them. I am not a pro, but I went down this road for over two years, even passed the CPP (Certified Professional Photographer) certification, but realized I didn’t want a business and decided to keep photography as a hobby. A career in photography is 10% photography and 90% business.
Perhaps this will help.
Pal2Tec YouTube Channel Video: What is ISO.
Try the following website for a professional.
https://www.findaphotographer.com