Tuesday 13^th July, 2010 – The state’s most talented photographers are currently preparing their finest images to compete for the coveted title of 2010 Epson Western Australian Professional Photographer of the Year (‘WAPPY’).

Entries will close on Wednesday 18^th August with judging and seminars held at City West Function Centre from 23^rd-27^th August 2010. Best Print judging is open to the public on Tuesday 24^th August and is free of charge.

Last year 111 portfolios comprising around 320 images competed for the esteemed title.  The Awards are held annually by the Western Australian division of Australia’s leading professional photography industry body, the Australian Institute of Professional Photography (AIPP).  The winner will walk away with $2,000 in cash and prizes, trophy and a certificate as well as the title of WAPPY.

The stunning works of art will be on display in a free exhibition to the public which kicks off on Friday 27^th August through to Saturday 11^th September in Perth.

Award categories include portrait, landscape, commercial, illustrative and wedding photography.  There are additional categories for Student Photographer of the Year as well as an Emerging Member Award.  Additional print awards (Fine Art Curator’s Award, John Whitfield-King Award, Print Handler’s Award and Best Individual Print Award) will also be given to highest scoring prints.

In 2010 there will be a number of additional categories including Portrait (Family) and Wedding Album.

Recognised leaders in the industry will facilitate the judging process including visiting photographers Adam Finch (Brisbane), Kylie Lyons (New South Wales), Ian van der Wolde (Victoria) and Andrew and Robyn Campbell (Victoria).

The Epson WAPPAs are a celebration of photographic excellence and represent the best of the best in the state’s professional photography.  

For further information, visit http://wa.aipp.com.au/.

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About Australian Institute of Professional Photography (AIPP)
Founded in 1963, the AIPP is a not-for-profit organisation run voluntarily for and by professional photographers and industry representatives who seek to set a standard of excellence within the photographic industry. The AIPP strives to promote and maintain the highest standards of professional competence and business ethics in the industry. By maintaining rigorous entry criteria and a binding Code of Ethics for members, as well as providing ongoing education via seminars, workshops and events, the AIPP is a brand of trust in the photographic industry. AIPP Committees represent members on important issues such as copyright; taxation, legal and business matters; insurance; digital imaging and work practices.