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Qualified Panoramic Photographer (QPP) Program

Certification Requirements

Upon submitting an application and a $15 fee, passing a written test, judging of prints and completion of service points the designation of QPP will be conferred by the committee. Tests and judging prints are conducted during the International Convention.

The QPP designation will be placed after the photographer‰s name when used by IAPP and in its Membership Directory. The Member who qualifies for the QPP may use this designation on their business stationery, cards and/or any promotional material.

A QPP rating certifies only that a photographer has achieved a level of technical ability to produce quality panoramic photographs. IAPP assumes no liability with regards to the production or sale of photographs by its members.

Effective January 2004 the following categories must be completed to qualify.

Written Test

A written test of approximately 75 questions with a score of 75% or better to pass. Tests are given during the IAPP International Convention.

Print Submissions

Submission of 6 panoramic photographs to the committee for a ya/na judgment. A minimum of 4 of the 6 prints submitted must qualify.

Points

Minimum of 10 service points are needed as part of the certification

Points Awarded Task or Accomplishment
2 points Completion of a Term as an Officer
2 points Presentation at Intl. Convention or Weekend Conference
2 points Publication of an article or image in Panorama or on the website
1 point Participation on an IAPP committee
1 point Attendance at IAPP Intl. Convention or Weekend Conference
1 point Winning print at convention