What's New !!

May 18, 2018

Hello Vladimir,

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Distinctions

You have outstanding images. You've probably been involved with Camera Club and/or other competitions. Why not learn more and perhaps gain worldwide recognition for your hard work? You learn more by entering PSA-recognized exhibitions. Images that are "accepted" for inclusion in an exhibition are eligible to be used by PSA members when applying for a PSA Star Rating. Star Ratings Certificates may be converted into Recognition of Photographis Achievement (ROPA) distinctions, based on the number of Certificates earned. There are more than ten ROPA levels starting with the new "QPSA" requiring only 54 acceptances. What's stopping you? Get on it!!! Details

New Titling Rule

A motion was passed dealing with the titling of monochrome and color images from the same original capture.  That motion was specific to exhibitors.  Since then, the Board has passed a new motion applicable to all PSA members, competitions and activities.

NEW:  Images meeting the Monochrome Definition and non-manipulated color images from the same original capture shall be considered the same image and must be given the same title. This rule shall apply to all images used in any PSA competition or activity. 

PSA members working on Galaxy and Diamond Star Ratings shall be allowed to continue using different titles of monochrome versions and color versions of the same image in exhibitions without FIAP patronage if both versions have been accepted prior to August 1, 2018 until the required number of titles for those images has been completed. 

Elena McTighe, FPSA, MPSA

President of the Photographic Society of America

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Learn More About PSA and Photography -Volunteer!!

Volunteering Can Be Fun!

Constant Contact Coordinator – with ability to upload .csv files; familiarity with analytics; to write, edit, proofread articles intended to increase value to and retention of members. Work with PRVP to ensure consistency with PSA PRVP strategies.

Editor/writer (Temporary) – Edit, proofread, update existing articles to be used on new landing page for marketing to the public. Articles will be provided. Must work with PRVP to ensure consistency with PSA PRVP strategies.

Videographer – Familiarity with Animoto or similar software for creating professional-looking videos. Assist with creating ads using inserted videos, graphics. Works with PRVP for messages and strategies.

Social Media Analytics Coordinator – to measure, track, evaluate PSA performance using Google Analytics and Facebook Pixels on all channels of PSA SM. Works with PRVP to translate performance with changes required and consistency with PSA plans and strategies.

Press Release Coordinator – to upload up to 6 prepared press releases provided by PRVP, including videos, to the press release distribution service being used. Must be computer savvy and willing to learn the press release services’ upload process. 

Content Writer – loves to write, edit, create, research material for Social Media Marketing consistent with PRVP Plan. Proficiency with computer software required. Will work with the PRVP for ideas and strategies.

Please contact the Public Relations Vice President,  This email address is being protected from spam bots, you need Javascript enabled to view it  if interested in any of the above positions.

Conference Editor 2018 - responsible for the compilation of the printed Conference Program. Experience is necessary in Microsoft Word and Excel. This will consist of gathering information for the program, typing, formatting and editing. There will be a template provided from past conferences. Contact Twila Bourlon  This email address is being protected from spam bots, you need Javascript enabled to view it .

Honors Banquet Program Editor - responsible for the compilation of the printed Honors Banquet Program.  Experience necessary in Microsoft Word and Excel. A template to be provided from past conferences. Contact Twila Bourlon  This email address is being protected from spam bots, you need Javascript enabled to view it

Registration Assistants for 2018 - needed to help work different shifts in the Registration area. This is to help members with their registration packets, questions or needs. There will be short shifts available as not to conflict with your busy schedule! Contact Twila Bourlon  This email address is being protected from spam bots, you need Javascript enabled to view it  .

Tour Assistant Hosts 2018 - to help make the tours in Salt Lake City extra special. This volunteer needs to be an experienced photographer who can provide educational tips. Contact Twila Bourlon  This email address is being protected from spam bots, you need Javascript enabled to view it .

Assistant Conference Coordinator - volunteer experienced with Excel and Microsoft Word to develop and update the templates for the functioning of the annual conference. Contact  This email address is being protected from spam bots, you need Javascript enabled to view it

Education: Digital Programs - Committee Chairperson and Members 

Lead the committee members to develop instructional and educational digital programs for use by members and member clubs. Contact  This email address is being protected from spam bots, you need Javascript enabled to view it

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Please submit input** for the next E-News to:

Gerrie Vergona, Public Relations VP

Photographic Society of America

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**include images and links to the PSA website location you want to use.

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