I’m honoured and delighted to be awarded the distinction Fellow of the Photographic Society of New Zealand for my portfolio of 18 prints: ‘Merchants of Jerusalem’. A successful Fellowship portfolio demonstrates an outstanding ability, a photographic skill with a unique style and a maturity of vision, freshness, individuality, artistry and mastery of the photographic craft. The portfolio must have a theme, a thesis-like approach to a consistent subject matter and the presentation must be of the highest level, displaying excellent arrangement skills so the images hold together cohesively. The letters FPSNZ denote one who stands in the front rank of photography and I can now use these letter after my name.

Portfolio exhibition

Awesome to be awarded a Gold medal from international association of art photographers for ‘The Scholar‘ in the Addiction section of the Open-air Photo Award international photographic competition.

Delighted to be awarded a Gold PSA medal for ‘Watching Through Time’. Belgrade Photo International Salon had 4,588 photos by 321 authors from 62 countries in the City category.
The gargoyle at the Notre-Dame Cathedral is watching the busy city of Paris. It was only on my third visit to the cathedral that I was successful in climbing to the top.

Very honoured to be awarded a Gold UPI medal for ‘The Boulders’. Danube Photo Club had 1,290 photos by 325 authors from 52 countries in the Nature category of the 2nd Digital Circuit. This image was also awarded PSA Gold Medal in the Landscape Category of 1st International Salon of Photography Romanija Photos.

Have just returned from the annual Iris Awards competition which took place in Rotorua this year and so proud to win four Bronze awards and six Silver awards which also earned me the prestigious title: Finalist in the Creative category.

Organised by the New Zealand Institute of Professional Photography [NZIPP], the Iris Awards celebrates the excellence of New Zealand’s professional photographers, providing a platform for recognition within the industry and the wider public. The event also raises the profile of professional photography throughout New Zealand, providing an annual showcase of cutting-edge imagery and creative photographic talent. It provides an excellent opportunity for professional photographers to gain widespread exposure for the fruits of their creative labors. The Iris Awards are open to all professional photographers in New Zealand and to members of approved overseas professional photography organisations by entering up to ten prints across a range of categories. All images are judged in an open forum over a three-day period, the best of which are awarded gold, silver and bronze awards. The judging sessions are open to the public in order to educate, inspire and inform.

“First Time Standing” – Silver Award – Portrait Classic category

 “Eyes wide open” – Silver Award – Portrait Classic category

 “Spikes” – Bronze Award – Creative category

 “The Scholar” – Silver Award – Portrait Classic category

 “Lest we forget” – Silver Award – Portrait Classic category

 “Big Barrel” – Silver Award – Creative category

“The Puzzle” – Silver Award – Creative category

 “Night and Day” – Bronze Award – Landscape category

 “Boulders” – Bronze Award – Landscape category

 “The willow tree” – Bronze Award – Landscape category

Very honoured to win the Best Photojournalism Print: a gold medal and the Shirley Peverill Memorial Trophy for my image: ‘The Scholar’. The Trophy was awarded by The Photographic Society of New Zealand [PSNZ] at national conference in Blenhaim. The Nelson Camera Club is organising the PSNZ National Exhibition [Natex] this year in association with the Marlborough Camera Club which is hosting the 62nd National Convention.

Founded in 1953, PSNZ is the national body for camera clubs and their members throughout New Zealand. With over 3,000 members and more than 60 affiliated photography clubs throughout New Zealand, the aims of the Society are the advancement of photography as a craft and art form, while promoting friendship, cooperation and the exchange of ideas among members. Club members have a wide array of photography skills and knowledge, ranging from the ‘keen to learn’ novice through to the full time professional. Activities include national and regional conventions, photographic competitions and exhibitions, field trips, educational workshops, publications and importantly, the wonderful opportunities to achieve highly respected photographic distinctions.

PSNZ is the exclusive New Zealand affiliate to the worldwide prestigious photographic organisation, La Fédération Internationale de l’Art Photographique (FIAP) so members are given access to their distinctions, salons and events. The annual national convention features world class photographers who inspire and educate through their presentations and workshops, to experience the latest trends, techniques and development of the photographic art.

Delighted and honoured on winning a PSA Gold medal for ‘The Scholar’. The image came first out of 2,128 photos, submitted by 534 authors from 61 countries in the Monochrome category of the “Ecological Truth 2014” exhibition. The competition was held by the Photographic Association of Bosnia and Herzegovina.

The Photographic Society of America [PSA] is an International organisation open to anyone with an interest in photography. Established in 1934, the Society members include ‘shutterbugs’, serious amateurs and professional photographers from over 70 countries. Its mission is to promote and enhance the art and science of photography as a means of communication, image appreciation, and cultural exchange, while providing education, information, inspiration and opportunity. It also fosters personal growth and expression, creativity, excellence, and ethical conduct in all aspects of photographic endeavours.

IAAP Silver medal in the Journalism category of the international exhibition of art photography Paracin with  2797 photos by 213 authors from 51 countries.