BIPP Qualifications at The Flash Centre

Members from all over the UK gathered at The Flash Centre to participate in the British Institute of Professional Photography’s qualification assessment. The atmosphere was buzzing with excitement, and nerves were running high as everyone prepared to showcase their photographic skills.

We are proud to announce that four BIPP members achieved Licentiate qualifications, and three members have achieved Associate qualifications!

The qualifications were Chaired by Dr Paul Wilkinson FBIPP and judged by a panel of six experts in their field: Simon Mackney FBIPP, David Taylor FBIPP, Sean Conboy FBIPP, Saraya Cortaville FBIPP, Panikos

Hajistilly FBIPP and John Parris FBIPP. The atmosphere was supportive and encouraging throughout the day, and we hope those who did not pass the assessment were left with valuable feedback from the judges, which would help them improve.

Dr Wilkinson commented on the members’ achievements, “I am delighted to see these talented photographers achieve their Licentiate and Associate qualifications with the BIPP. Their dedication, passion, and hard work have been reflected in the high standard of their photographic work, and I am very excited to see them come back to a future qualification to take the next”.

“Idecided in February this year to do my qualifications as I wanted to push myself out of my comfort zone. You’ll often hear me say I’m the least technical photographer you’ll meet...I guess I can’t say that anymore! I had loads of help from my mentor Barrie Spence FBIPP who told me everything I needed to know and helped me whenever needed.

I was nervous on the day, but everyone was lovely and made me feel comfortable. The judges were so friendly; I’m so glad I did it. Having the qualifications makes me feel like the real deal now, and it’s another feather in the cap for my business, setting me apart from other photographers in my area.

Thank you to everyone involved! I’ll be back soon for my Fellowship, I’m sure!”

Architecture & Interiors

“My photographic journey has taken a long and scenic route, with skills being gathered and developed through the many varied experiences along the way.

Gaining a BIPP qualification has been a goal of mine for several years, with the aim to achieve professional recognition and accreditation, develop my business, and ultimately aid in my growth as a photographer and businesswoman. To be a member of such an iconic organisation and part of its recognised network of photographers had solidified the 21 years of effort and hard work of which I am so proud, especially when the dreaded imposter syndrome kicks in.”

SIMON JONES LBIPP

General Practise

“What a wonderful feeling it was to hear my panel of images had been approved for qualification! Thank you, judges!

Since my early years in photography (we’re talking about the late 1980s now), one of my ambitions has been to become a qualified member of the BIPP. I just never took the time to organise myself to try. As a full-time professional photographer for 27 years, even if I earn no more than I did before the qualification, the boost and the sense of self-worth it provides are priceless.

To achieve, we each have to prioritise and do the things we know we should at least try to do in life.”

Headshots

“Creating my Licentiateship panel has really allowed me to look critically at my work as a photographer and gain more insight and understanding into what makes me tick.

It’s so fantastic to have passed and to be able to reassure my clients of quality from being qualified with BIPP by using their logo and letters. I think that’s so important in an industry that you need to sort ‘the wood from the trees’. Thanks for all the guidance and support.”