The PPGH Fellowship Award

ASSOCIATE FELLOWSHIP DEGREE

To earn the Associate Fellowship Degree, an individual must earn fifty (50) points by participating on committees, holding office, and helping with various projects necessary to operate the PPGH each year. This degree does not require that any of these points come from print competition ribbons. This degree can be earned by an individual not engaged in the photo creation process, making it possible for all PPGH members to participate in the program. This includes but is not limited to, photographer’s spouse, studio staff, lab personnel, videographers or artists. This degree shall be represented by a silver plated medallion on a solid red ribbon.

FELLOWSHIP DEGREE

The second phase of the program is the full Fellowship Degree. This is designed for the active PPGH member involved in the total photographic process. The requirement for this degree is to earn an additional fifty (50) points, of which a minimum of ten (10) points must be earned from print competition ribbons. Any ribbons won during monthly print competition or trophies won for year end awards count toward the required ten (10) points. This degree shall be represented by a gold plated medallion on a red and twin black striped ribbon.

HONORARY FELLOWSHIP DEGREE

This degree may be presented to an individual whose years of dedication and contributions to professional photography have reached far beyond the bounds of the PPGH. This degree shall be represented by an antiqued bronze medallion on a solid white ribbon.

“PLUS XXV” RIBBON BARS

After earning a degree, individuals may earn a silver plated ribbon bar for each twenty five (25) points earned. Points used to earn a bar may not be returned and applied later toward a full fellowship.

FELLOWSHIP DEGREE PROGRAM

The PPGH Fellowship Program was designed as a means of rewarding those individuals who have given freely of their time and talents in service to their fellow members. It also serves as encouragement for members who have always volunteered in the past to continue to give to the progression of the membership. The Fellowship Degree is earned in two phases, each phase requiring the member to earn fifty (50) points, for a total of one hundred (100) points. In order to collect these points, a member must fill out an official form and submit it to the Membership Director by the November general membership meeting each year. Forms may be obtained from the Membership Director. Points are not credited unless they are submitted on the proper form by the specified date. Tabulation, final confirmation and approval of any degree or bar presentation is the responsibility of the Board of Directors. Points earned after the November meeting will apply to the following year. There will be no exceptions.

GRANDFATHER CLAUSE

Throughout this brochure, the term “Grandfather Clause” appears. This is designed for members to claim points for awards, offices and degrees already served or earned that cannot be duplicated.

1. Executive Board 2 Points

Any member of the PPGH who serves as Chairman of the Board, Vice-President, Secretary, Treasurer or Director, earns two (2) points for each term served in that particular office. The “Grandfather Clause” applies to points earned for the offices.

2. President 5 Points

Service as President of the PPGH earns the member five (5) points per year. The “Grandfather Clause” applies to points

earned for this office.

3. Committee Chairperson 2 Points

Committee Worker 1 Point

Any member serving as a Committee Chairperson or those who work as a designated worker on any approved committee, earn points as indicated above. There is no limit to the number of workers a chairman may assign to assist during the year. This includes but is not limited to the following committees:

Advertising Liaison Holiday Gala

Business Roundtable Door Prize

Judging Marketing

Membership Mini Workshop

Guild Photographer Picnic

Print Competition Pro Houston Display

Props Telephone

Trade Show & Exhibits Videographer

Viewfinder Editor Welcoming

The President may also appoint with board approval any special committee. Points cannot be earned if chairmanship responsibilities are included with duties of Board of Directors office responsibilities (Exception—Viewfinder editor) Points are collectable only in year earned.

4. Master of Photography 5 Points

Master of Electronic Imaging 5 Points

Any member who receives his/her Master of photography or Electronic imaging degree from the PPA is eligible to collect five (5) points. The “Grandfather Clause” applies to points earned for this degree.

5. Photographic Craftsman 3 Points

Any member who receives his/her Photographic Craftsman degree from the PPA is eligible to collect three (3) points. The

“Grandfather Clause” applies to points earned for this degree.

6. Certified Professional Photographer 2 Points

Any member who receives his/her CPP (Certified Professional Photographer) qualification from the PPA is eligible

to collect two (2) points. The “Grandfather Clause” applies to points earned for this accomplishment. r />< ;br />7. CPP Continued National Compliance 1 Poin t

Members who maintain his/her CPP status by compliance with annual PPA qualificat ion guidelines are eligible to collect one (1) point per year. The “Grandfather Clause” applies to points

earned for this.

8. PPGH Continued Paid Membership 1 Point

“On Time” paid membership dues within the PPGH will earn members one (1) point each year. This point is collectable

only in the year earned.

9. TPPA Continued Paid Membership 1 Point

Paid membership dues in Texas PPA. Must supply membership number. Collectable only in year earned.

10. PPGH General Program Presentation 3 Points

Luncheon or Workshop Presentation 1 Point

Sharing your knowledge with fellow members is one of the most rewarding experiences in your career. Members who pre-sent a program at a PPGH monthly general membership meeting may earn three (3) points. Hosting a Mini-Workshop or Roundtable Luncheon, earns one (1) point. This point is collectible only in the year earned.

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Continuing education is essential to the improvement and growth of the association’s members. Collec tible only in year earned.

PPGH full day seminar 1 Point

Texas School 1 Point

PPA National Convention 1 Point

TPPA Kerrville Summer Seminar 1 Point

TPPA Fall Seminar 1 Point

TPPA/SWPA Regional Convention 1 Point

*proof of at tendance is required

12. Pro Houston Display 1 Point

Any member qualifying a print or prints for display in the PPGH annual Pro Houston traveling display can collect one (1) point. Members may collect only one point per year, regardless of the number of prints displayed and must be claimed in the year earned.

13. Pro Houston Move 1 Point

Any member who helps move the Pro Houston traveling display can collect one (1) point for each move. There is no limit. Points must be confirmed by Pro Houston Committee Chairperson. Collectible only in the year earned.

14. Photo Showcase Online Participation 1 Point

Any member who participates in the photo showcase online is eligible for one (1) point. Payment must be current. Point must be collected in the year it is earned.

15. Article Written for Monthly News/

Viewfinder

Illustrated 2 Points

Non-Illustrated 1 Point

Members who author an article which is accepted and published in the “Viewfinder” may claim points as described above. Such article must be of a learning or “how to” nature or of an upcoming PPGH function. The text must be at least one third page long published. Monthly columns may be considered for one (1) point. Maximum points allowed each year for writing articles is four (4).

16. Monthly Print Competition 1 Point

Members may collect one (1) point for each print competition ribbon won or for each entry scoring 80 or above during a calendar year. This applies to both regular monthly competition and special categories. The “Grandfather Clause” applies to points earned for ribbons since they may only by won one time for any given print. Points will be con-firmed by print chairman. * only points for print ribbons will be applied for Full Fellowship.

17. Year End Trophies and Awards 1 Point

When the Print Competition Chairman compiles the results from the monthly print competitions, all participating members may earn additional points is they win any of the following year end trophies at the Awards Banquet/Holiday Gala. The “Grandfather Clause” applies to points earned for these awards and there is no limit to the number of points obtainable.

Photographer of the Year 3 Points

Master Photographer of the Year 3 Points

Videographer of the Year 3 Points

1st, 2nd, or 3rd Best Print Award 2 Points

President’s Award 2 Points

Any other Photographic Trophy or Award 1 Point

18. Awards Banquet/Holiday Gala 1 Point

Members attending this banquet may collect one (1) point for attendance. This point is collectible only in the year

following the actual banquet.

19. New Member Sponsor 1 Point

Any member sponsoring a new applicant who is accepted as a new member into the guild will earn one (1) point each. These points are collectible only in the year when the applicant joins. (Student members excluded)

20. Supplemental Meeting Attendance 1 Point

Any member who attends any combination of Business Roundtable Luncheons or Mini-Workshops totaling three, will qualify for one (1) point. A maximum of two (2) points per year is obtainable.

21. Mentor 2 Points

Any member who volunteers for and is approved by the Board of Directors to serve as a mentor for a year with a designated member (mentee), shall earn (2) points. Points may only be claimed during the year when the mentorship is provided.

22. President of PPA, TPPA, or SWPA 5 Points

Any member of the PPGH who serves the needs of the national, regional or state association by serving as President, earn five (5) additional points. The “Grandfather Clause” applies to points earned for this office held.

23. Serving on Board of PPA, TPPA, or SWPA

1 Point

Any member of the PPGH who serves the needs of the national or state association by serving as an active board member is eligible to receive one (1) point per year office held.

24. Judging Monthly Print Competition 1 Point

Members serving as a judge for the normal monthly print competition during a general membership meeting shall earn

one (1) fellowship each time served. Points must be confirmed by the Print Competition Chairman.

25. Earning National F-ASP Award 10 Points

Earning National A-Asp Award 5 Points

Any member of the PPGH who earns the Associate or Fellowship Award from the American Society of Photographers,

shall earn the designated points as listed. The “Grandfather Clause” applies to points earned from previous receipt of this degree.

TAP — Revised 7/16/01