In Pursuit of Excellence through Image Competition

Entering images in photographic competition can seem like a daunting task for many people but it's a journey that, if undertaken, can lead to improved skills, more earning capacity, and better recognition through branding and marketing. Image competition is not all about winning trophies.  It's about getting better at the craft.

During this program, Kristy Steeves, who is an approved PPA juror, will talk about what makes an image merit-worthy.  She will show you how to prepare your images for competition - from coming up with impactful titles to creating presentations - along with upping your game as a visual storyteller.  Kristy will also share her favorite editing techniques to help us refine our images.

Don't let the fear of failure hold you back.  It is the catalyst for learning, growing, and becoming successful photographers!  We all have to start somewhere and this is a great place to begin, or, for those who've already embarked on this journey, it's a way to take your work to the next level.  Image competition is one of the best educational opportunities available in the photography industry.  Here's your chance to reap the benefits! 

Kristy's Bio

Kristy Steeves, M.Photog.M.Artist.Cr, CPP, F-ASP 

Kristy Steeves graduated from Indiana University with two Bachelor of Arts degrees in journalism and political science. She worked as a television news reporter for 25 years before switching careers to become a professional photographer. She specializes in children, high school seniors, corporate headshots, pets, and wildlife. Kristy is actively involved in the photography industry serving as a PPA approved juror and vice president of Professional Photographers of Northeast Ohio. She has also served as an elected council member for PPA and for the Board of Governors with the American Society of Photographers.

Kristy has won various awards including 4 television Emmy awards, PPA Diamond Photographer of the Year, Ohio Photographer of the Year and is a two-time finalist for the IPC Grand Imaging Award. She is also the recipient of the Imaging Excellence award. Kristy is a PPA webinar instructor, an Imaging USA speaker and has earned PPA’s 100EDU speaker bar. She is also the recipient of the ASP Gold Medallion and State Elite awards. She is an ASP Fellow – the highest honor a professional photographer can achieve. Only 133 photographers have earned this designation in the history of photography. 

http://kristysteevesphotography.com/