Local Photographer receives coveted Craftsman of Photographic Art Award

June 11, 2011 - PRLog -- CRAFTSMAN OF PHOTOGRAPHIC ARTS

As part of its continuing program of Honours & Awards, the Professional Photographers of Canada are pleased to announce that:

KAREN LEARMONTH

is a recipient of the coveted

CRAFTSMAN OF PHOTOGRAPHIC ARTS.

This honor came after she had 3 prints accepted for National Salon, with one Architectural print gaining Merit status in both BC and Canada, and one gaining Best in Class in Figure Study, and one other being accepted to hang in the National Salon.

The honours and awards bestowed upon its members by the PPOC are in recognition of the contributions made by them to the Association and to photography in Canada. These photographers have proven their photographic abilities by participating in the Association's National Print Competition and have confirmed their dedication to the profession by serving the Association.

Returning something to the profession that provides their livelihood is part of the
badge of distinction that denotes holders of these awards. The Professional Photographers of Canada is a not-for-profit organization which represents portrait, wedding, commercial, military and digital photographers from across the country. The Association promotes photographic excellence through education and exploration of image artistry and establishes standards of professional performance.

The Award will be presented to Ms. Learmonth at the upcoming Association's annual Awards Banquet in British Columbia.

For any additional information contact:
Karen Learmonth
Amber Light Photography & Design
(778) 840-5676
e-mail: karen@amberlightphoto.com

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Karen is an award winning Professional Portrait & Commercial Photographer. Karen's photographic art is a fusion of photography, painting & illustration, & has been published nationally & internationally.
On the web: http://www.amberlightphoto.com