In 2022 I reached the Pinnacle of every Photographer's dream - I was awarded the MASTER PHOTOGRAPHER Designation from the Professional Photographers Of Canada.
The Master Of Photographic Arts (MPA) is earned after showcasing Consistent and Elite Photographic Imagery via Competitions; Accreditations, as well as Volunteer Service to the Photography Community.
In 2024 AND 2025 I was blessed to be chosen as WINNIPEG's #1 PHOTOGRAPHER, by the prestigious Consumer Choice Awards.
They have been recognizing Business Excellence since 1987. You can't win by getting your friends to vote. The consumers choose.
This means that if you are selecting my studio for your photographic services - you will receive the VERY BEST in SERVICE and IMAGES.
I am Nationally Accredited with the Professional Photographers Of Canada (PPOC) in 8 Photography Genres, that pretty much cover most aspects of photography. To be accredited in a particular genre means you are regarded as an Expert in that field of photography.
To become Nationally Accredited, a photographer must submit 10 different images with 10 different backgrounds/subjects/setups.
Images are Judged by a Panel of Master Photographers. All 10 images must be Accepted to receive Accreditation.
Craftsman of Photographic Arts (CPA). 2021
Master of Photographic Arts (MPA) - Master Photographer Designation 2022
Designations are earned by submitting consistently Excellent Images in National Competitions as well as providing Community Service to the photography organization (mentoring/volunteering etc).
The PPOC Manitoba Provincial Photography Competition was held in October 2021.
My Product Illustration Image for Nail Polish was titled, "ESSIE MAKES A GRAND ENTRANCE.
It WON the Best In Class Award as:
Includes a variety of Pinup & Vintage Style Magazines, as well as One Cook Book, and a Local Winnipeg Magazine.
I have also been Published Internationally - in over 80 Magazines Worldwide.
Clients tell me this is the Ultimate Ego-Boosting Experience.
See some of my actual Published Pinup Pages BELOW.
More NEWSPAPER and INTERNET Articles:
The Winnipeg Sun Newspaper - Saturday edition, Jan.5th, 2019. Multiple photos & article on PAGE 2 regarding Empowering Pinup Shoot with 2 Women with Disabilities.
Wedding Wire Canada featured our Bachelorette Pinup Photo Parties on their 2018 article: "10 Winnipeg Bachelorette Party Ideas for Every Type of Bride". (full article link).
Numerous local newspaper articles from Wpg. & rural Manitoba) regarding Miss Manitoba World 2017 - My images were used. (Including In Seine Newsletter - June issue).
Steinbachonline.com News - June/2017. Used my images for a report on a Car Crash on Highway #1 east.
Steinbachonline.com News - Nov.25/2016. Used my Event Photography image from my photographic coverage of the Vintage 1940's Entertainment Night at Steinbach Legion.
Dawson Trail Dispatch Newspaper - Dec/2016. Used my image from my Event Photography coverage at Steinbach Legion for a 1940's Themed Night of Entertainment.
The Winnipeg Sun Newspaper - Sunday edition, Sept.25/2016. Full Page Feature article on Vintage WW2 Couple's Photoshoot done at Winnipeg Railway Museum. Online article also was published on their website.
The Daily Dog Tag (U.S. based Pet Blog) - 2016. Featured a series of Pet Photography images for their article.