PPOC

First, let’s talk about the PPOC.

The Professional Photographers of Canada is a diversified group of creative artists dedicated to the highest standards in professional imaging. They have members nationwide, with seven Regional chapters across Canada.

PPOC offers photographers the ability to rise to professional status. They offer educational opportunities, along with networking, direct member benefits and the ability to earn awards and designations which assist in growth and economic improvement.

Accreditation

To become an Accredited Photographer, we must submit a set of 10 images in one or more of the 75 categories of photographic specialties identified by PPOC.

The submission is then judged by a panel of qualified judges. Once successfully completed, the photographer is then recognized as a PPOC Accredited Photographer and as such, a specialist in their chosen field.

In assessing Accreditation Submissions, the judges consider the following criteria:

Impact
Creativity
Style
Composition
Presentation
Colour Balance
Centre of Interest
Lighting
Subject Matter
Image file quality
Technique
Story Telling

Attempting to achieve an accreditation in two categories at the same time was a very ambitious challenge, but I am glad I pushed myself through it because I learned so much about my craft through the whole process.

After months of preparation and stress lol, I am very proud to announce that I have achieved my accreditation in both the Animal & Dog Portrait categories. ☺️

Below are the images I submitted for the Animal & Dog Portrait accreditations.

Animal Portrait Accreditation requirements:

Ten (10) images of ten (10) different types of animals taken on ten (10) different sessions.
May include wild, farm or domesticated animals. May include portraits taken indoors, or outdoors.
Photos may range from including the entire animal in the frame to headshots or abstract images of a body part. An animal portrait may include up to three animals.
The photographer should demonstrate an ability to capture personality and character.

Canine / Dog Portrait Accreditation requirements:
Ten (10) images of ten (10) different dogs, in ten (10) different situations where four (4) images must have been made indoors and four (4) images must have been made outdoors. The other two images may be made in either indoors or outdoors.
Must include at least three (3) different dog breeds.
Photos may range from including the entire animal in the frame to headshots.
A dog portrait photograph may include more than one animal.

Why is this important to you?

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 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.

Look for these logo when deciding to hire a professional for your photographic needs:

Magazine Feature

I had the honour of being featured in the Fall 2021 Issue of the Gallerie magazine. 😊

Gallerie is the premier magazine for professional photographers across Canada. each issue features award-winning images, editorial information and more. Gallerie is published three times annually. ( Winter, Summer, Fall).