I am very pleased to now add this black and white sticker to my name. I am now an accredited member of the AIPP! What does it mean? well, I can give you the official spiel.. which is:
the AIPP (Australian Institute of Professional Photography) is Australia’s leading membership body for the photography community, being the only professional photography organisation which provides a standard assurance through its ongoing accreditation program. The AIPP is a symbol of one’s professional ability and dedication to the photographic sector and community. Fully accredited members are tested for their expertise in the field and are required to have a minimum of two years working experience as a professional photographer.
But what it means to me? and for my clients? I guess its being in a creative field, wanting to push myself and keep learning, I always want to give my clients more. Also getting involved with the AIPP isn't just seminars and workshops, its meeting and learning from other talented photographers, having friends in the industry means having someone to talk to and direct you and push you to look outside the square. I guess it also means, especially if you don't know me, is that I will provide you with professionalism. This is my job and I value my clients committing their time and money, and just as if you took your car to a mechanic, its nice to say 'hey they are qualified'. Yes, you can and will find cheaper if you get your friend to fix it, and that might work out OK, but in the end if you really want to trust that the job is done, get a professional... and that my friends is what being an accredited AIPP member means to me. Lets be off now, pop some champagne and look forward to making more memories. A personal thanks to my friends and family, and to my wonderful clients for your support over the last few years, it has not gone unappreciated x
the AIPP (Australian Institute of Professional Photography) is Australia’s leading membership body for the photography community, being the only professional photography organisation which provides a standard assurance through its ongoing accreditation program. The AIPP is a symbol of one’s professional ability and dedication to the photographic sector and community. Fully accredited members are tested for their expertise in the field and are required to have a minimum of two years working experience as a professional photographer.
But what it means to me? and for my clients? I guess its being in a creative field, wanting to push myself and keep learning, I always want to give my clients more. Also getting involved with the AIPP isn't just seminars and workshops, its meeting and learning from other talented photographers, having friends in the industry means having someone to talk to and direct you and push you to look outside the square. I guess it also means, especially if you don't know me, is that I will provide you with professionalism. This is my job and I value my clients committing their time and money, and just as if you took your car to a mechanic, its nice to say 'hey they are qualified'. Yes, you can and will find cheaper if you get your friend to fix it, and that might work out OK, but in the end if you really want to trust that the job is done, get a professional... and that my friends is what being an accredited AIPP member means to me. Lets be off now, pop some champagne and look forward to making more memories. A personal thanks to my friends and family, and to my wonderful clients for your support over the last few years, it has not gone unappreciated x
