I feel that I conform to the points on this list – I always work to completely outdo my sample works, I am passionate about professional ethics and high quality standards, I network with other professionals, and I do my level best to attend as many photographic education appointments and classes as I can manage – and I enjoy them all. I haven’t joined the PPA here yet, but I will be joining at a future date. I strive to bring the very best to the market in all areas of my work.
I am seeking every definition of Professional in this business and trying to adhere to a standard that will set me apart from the crowd of people who are willing to pick up a camera and take photographs. It’s best to go with someone you trust. And I don’t mean a friend.
Here’s an article that talks about the difference. It’s about an ameteur who had a chance to work with some real, incredible pros.
“I now disagree more than ever with the digital-age adage that “now everyone is a photographer.”
performs to a high standard of conduct in accordance with the code of ethics”
performs to a high standard of conduct in accordance with the code of ethics