Confidence!

In this day and age, where anyone can call themselves a ‘Professional Photographer’, how can you be sure? When you make the wise choice to hire a PPOC Accredited Professional Photographer, you can feel confident that they will provide you with the skills and expertise necessary to get the job done and that you will be happy with the results. Accredited photographers possess the experience, knowledge, and equipment to provide you with a quality product in their area of expertise.

 To become Accredited, the Photographer must submit a set of 10 images in one or more of the classes of photographic specialties identified by PPOC. A panel of qualified judges then judges the submission. Once completed, the photographer is then recognized as a PPOC Accredited Photographer and as such, a specialist in their chosen field.

An Accreditation is achieved by submitting ten images in a chosen class to a PPOC Board of Review. This peer-reviewed program challenges candidates to demonstrate their capability of delivering exceptional quality photography in a chosen class. In assessing Accreditation Submissions, the judges consider the following criteria: Vision, Impact, Composition, and Technical merit. 

Craftsman, Master and Service of the Photographic Arts are honours bestowed upon its members by the Professional Photographers of Canada. These designations denote proven photographic ability and commitment to the advancement of professional photography, as well as service to the Association. Members are encouraged to earn print and service merits toward these prestigious designations through their participation and success in Accreditation, National Image Competition, and volunteer service to the Association at both the Regional and National levels.

Returning something to the profession which provides one’s livelihood is part of the badge of distinction which denotes the holder of CPA, MPA and SPA members.