Associations and Accreditations
Why do associations and certifications matter? Because they demonstrate quality and a desire to improve. They also demonstrate an ability to present good work to a body of peers, who confirm a standard of knowledge, professionalism and excellence.
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Hiring a "Certified" and "Accredited" professional means that you don't have to take their word for it that they will do a great job for you!
In 2020, a new association was created for Ontario Wedding Vendors and Gary became one of the first members to join.
Cary has been a member of the Wedding and Portrait Professionals International since 2016 and became a Certified Photographer in 2017. They are an international forum of Professional photographers in a wide range of photographic disciplines.
Cary has been a member of the Professional Photographers of America since 2012 - an organization that aids in the continued growth and development of photographers.
Striving for excellence, Cary gained his first Accreditation with PPOC in 2019, making him an official member. To be accredited with the PPOC, a photographer has to demonstrate that they are capable of delivering above average quality photography. In assessing Accreditation Submissions, judges consider Impact, Creativity, Style, Composition, Presentation, Color Balance, Centre of Interest, Lighting, Subject Matter, Image file quality, Technique and Story Telling. And they don't go easy on you.
Cary received a Certificate of Graduation from The New York Institute of Photography for completion of the "Complete Course in Professional Photography" in 2013 - creating a strong foundation in all types of photography.
Cary has been flying a drone for some time now and holds a proper Canadian UAV (Drone) Pilot Certificate.
Of course the journey is a lifelong one. Before things became "official" as a full time photographer, Cary was involved with wedding photography and videography for many years. He even had a time when he was also the officiant!