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J U LY 2 0 2 0
76th Y E A R O F P U B L I C A T I O N
Vol. 76 No. 7
Ramadan Prayer Congregation Charminar at night during Ramadan
VIEWFINDER
Official Organ of The Federation of Indian Photography
Editor in Chief : Hony. Secretary General : FIP
Editor :
Dr. B.K. Sinha
MFIAP, ESFIAP, Hon. FIP, ARPS, Hon. FICS, FAPU
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federationofindianphotography@gmail.com; www.fip.org.in
JULY 2020 Vol. 76 No. 7
CONTENTS
3 EDITORIAL
4 CHARMINAR
7 HOW TO PREPARE PORTFOLIO
10 EFIP GOLD, PLATINUM AND MFIP
11 AMPHAN A SUPER CYCLONIC STORM
13 CLUB NEWS
14 FIAP DISTINCTIONS - 2020
21 CALL FOR FIP DISTINCTIONS - 2020
23 35th FIP INTER CLUB CONTEST (DIGITAL), 2020
25 WORLD NATURAL HERITAGE SPECIAL PHOTOGRAPHIC EXHIBITION
27 RESULT OF THE WE STAY HOME FIAP CONTEST
28 SALONS SAATHI, ENPRINTED, VIVID TALE OF LOFTY IDEAS
29 GUIDELINES
30 ATTENTION, PRIVILEGE AND RIGHT, PROPOSED CALENDAR FOR FIP SALONS & DISTINCTIONS
31 TO ALL THE WEB MASTERS, MANGLAZODI WORKSHOP 2021
32 DISCIPLINE IN FIP– Red List
33 PROVISIONAL CALENDAR, FIP ELECTIONS FOR OFFICE BEARERS AND WC MEMBERS – 2021-2022
35 SALONS
Cover Picture : “Charm of Charminar at night”– M.C. SHEKHAR
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Edit rial
Physicians and photographers
Dr Maurice Van de Wijer ARPS was a physician and closely associated with
Belgian Football Association. He is credited with the creation of International
Football Federetaion. He was also the leading spirit, first President and the creator
of the modern FIAP. Some doubted his ability as a photographer but according to
one Mr Frank R. Trapre , not in any way associated with FIAP, between 1937-41 Dr
Van de Wijer had 545 International acceptances. In comparison our own legend Mr
J.N. Unwalla had 657 acceptances between 1932 -37.
He founded FIAP in 1950 at Bern, Switzerland where 10 delegates from different
countries participated. The main goal was to foster Worldwide photographic
knowledge from an artistic, educational and scientific point of view, in common
with the principles of UNESCO. The objective being that the Art and Science of
Light should spread to all the countries of the world.
Our own FIP founder Dr G Thomas was a renowned physician of his time and his
legacy carries on ….. …..to this date.
Friends, it gives me immense pleasure to share with you the good news that this
year four countries have taken FIP recognition for their own salons. Greece, Sri
Lanka, Bangla Desh and Georgia. Thanks to the efforts undertaken by Mr Narendu
Ghosh and others.
This month we are featuring the iconic Charminar of Hyderabad in our ongoing
series on Heritage of India. Mr Avishek das has kindly provided a photo essay on
Amphan and its trails.
Friends, the election process of FIP is well under way. The list of candidates in the
fray will be published in the VF of August with their respective bio data for you to
chose the best candidates.
Long Live FIP
FIAP CONGRESS 2020 AND FIAP B/W BIENNIAL ARE CANCELLED
FIP CONVENTION 2020 DATES AND VENUE WILL BE NOTIFIED AS SOON AS THE
SITUATION BECOMES CONDUCIVE TO ORGANIZE SUCH A LARGE SCALE GATHERING.
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CHARMINAR
M.C. SHEKHAR
Silent Sentinel
The Charminar (lit. "four minarets"), But all the expansion happened with
constructed in 1591, is a monument and Charminar, the city's renowned landmark,
mosque located in Hyderabad, Telangana, as the central point. Though Golconda was
India. The landmark has become known the seat of power since 1100, infrastructure
globally as a symbol of Hyderabad and is issues led the king to construct the
listed among the most recognized Charminar, from where the city spread out
in all corners. It is different matter that the
structures in India. Iits iconic monument,
city is beset with civic problems and is
Charminar, which is synonymous with the city,
bursting at the seams. Its laid back culture
came under the strobe lights. Unravelling the is slowly being wiped away with modern
myths surrounding the construction of the 56- lifestyle and the ills that come with
metre tall edifice. development taking over.
Thus wrote the founder of Hyderabad, Notwithstanding confounding theories
Muhammed Quli Qutub Shah, the fifth such as the one that Charminar was built to
ruler of Qutub Shahi dynasty. The commemorate the eradication of plague or
founder's wish for the city to be filled with Muhammad Quli Qutub Shah built it for
people as the ocean with fish has come true. his love Bhagmati who was from the area,
Today Hyderabad is among the six major historians believe that Hyderabad was
cities in India with a population over a named after Hyder Mahal, the name
crore. Bhagmati took after getting married to
king Quli Qutub Shah. Even to this day
Charminar, along with the Qutub Shahi people debate animatedly on Charminar.
Monuments of Hyderabad: the Golconda
But all tend to agree on one point that it was
Fort, and the Qutub Shahi Tombs, were
the monument that gets Hyderabad its
included in the "tentative list" of UNESCO identity.
World Heritage Site. The Monument was
The real charm of Charminar, however,
submitted by the Permanent Delegation of
can be witnessed during the month of
India to UNESCO on September 10, 2010.
Ramzan when the one km stretch from
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lace and sherwanis are available. As in all
Indian cities, the one who bargains
unashamedly at bazaars wins and Lad
Bazaar is no different.
How Charminar Survived
Braving the ravages of time and nature's
elements, Charminar still stands tall
though it could have been reduced to a
rubble in 1687 if the Mughal emperor
Aurangazeb had his way as he was on a
mission to blast and destroy all buildings.
During the time of Quli Qutub Shah, who
built the monument in 1591, about 30 to 40
persons used to offer prayers in the masjid,
which is hidden from public view. The
masjid is still intact and the ASI undertakes
minor repairs when needed.
Street Vendor
Bomb blasts close to the monument a few
years ago did give Hyderabadis sleepless
Charminar to Mehbook Chowk is at its nights, but the Charminar survived, yet
mystical best, especially at night. Lad one more time. There was a time when one
Bazaar comes alive as people from all of the four minarets fell due to lightning
walks of life make a trip just to soak in the but was repaired at the cost of Rs. 58,000
atmosphere. The place shimmers during and again in 1824 it was re-plastered at a
the day and glitters at night. In tiny rooms cost of Rs. One Lakh.
above bangle shops, workers get busy
What is striking about Charminar is that it
giving final touches to bangles, the sound
was built in record time, just two years, as
from silversmiths pounding thin strips of
compared to a majestic Mecca Masjid, a
silver nearby, naat (hymns) played in the
stone's throw from Charminar, which took
background and the sweet aroma of
haleem beckons. Beyniaz Edulji, a travel 77 years to complete. Charminar has a
writer says, “Strolling down Charminar is chequered history and has been in the
like taking a lesson in history. The place spotlight as politicians, historians,
oozes with tradition, culture and history”. researchers and the curious tourist make a
beeline to it with their own agenda.
What makes the bazaars around Politicians of every hue make it to
Charminar special is the colour, glitz and Charminar to make grandiose
the energy the place espouses. From glass announcements especially if it is related to
and lacquer bangles, bridal suits, ghungat the old city and books are still written on
(Veil), mehandi (henna), fabrics the monument with people from far away
embroidered with zardozi, magic countries especially England, USA, Turkey
talismans, exquisite beads and the finest and other countries make it to Charminar.
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William Dalrymple, Scotish historian and get direct and in-direct flights to various
writer got a major chunk of information destinations from this airport.
about Hyderabad and for his “White International flights connect this city with
Mughals” from a dingy book shop in Middle East countries. National and
Bazar. international airlines provide regular
Every side of the Charminar is 66 ft with services.
grand arches facing four streets and at each Nearest Airport: Rajiv Gandhi
corner stands a minaret approximately 184 International Airport, Hyderabad
feet. The Second floor is out of bounds for Hyderabad by Railways
public after four suicides over a period of
time. A girl committed suicide by jumping Hyderabad city consists of three main
from the second floor in early 2000 and junctions- Hyderabad Railway Station,
both floors were closed. Due to public Secunderabad Railway Station and
demand now entry to the first floor is Kachiguda Railway Station which are the
allowed. It is 55 steps to the first floor and three important points to board trains for
another 150 steps to the top minaret. different locations. You can get trains to
different location including Mumbai,
How to Reach Hyderabad Chennai, Bangalore, Delhi,
Hyderabad by Air Thiruvananthapuram and Pune. It is also
Hyderabad Airport is about 18 km away considered as one of the convenient ways
from the city center and is accessible with regarding how to reach Hyderabad.
various transportation facilities. You can
Jewellery Shop
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HOW TO PREPARE PORTFOLIO
Shivji Joshi
Portfolio is a series of a cohesive images theme very well, pick up those images
arranged in consistent manner with which suit best to it. Novelty and
unifying theme presenting the style of emotion always pay dividend to
an artist. Portfolio should be backed up participant.
by a rational intent of the artist. The Commonality with moderate but
meaning of 'Rational Intent' is, that the considerable variation is the essential
statement of artist should be put in feature of any kind of portfolio being
such a manner that it justifies effectively submitted for any purpose. Without
the selection of images based on specific considerable variation the portfolio
purpose and/or theme. An irrelevant or becomes boring and loses impact. If
weak statement fails to justify the variation among images of a given
selection. portfolio is lesser, then it becomes
Purpose is the starting point of any challenging for photo artist to make it
portfolio. Before selection of images one strong, interesting, and impressive.
should be well aware about her/his Greater variation may weaken unifying
purpose of submitting the portfolio. thread of commonality resulting in
You may submit your portfolio either weak portfolio with loose and un-
for photographic distinction for unified images. Suppose you are
national body like FIP or for submitting portfolio on studio lighting
international distinctions of institutions portraiture consisting of 20 images of a
like FIAP, RPS, PSA or for participation single person for MFIAP or FRPS. In
in theme based photo –contests. While this situation you have to create 20
applying for photographic distinctions portraits of single person differing
you have options of different genre and considerably in postures, emotions and
sub-genre of photography like visual lighting arrangement to make it
art, art photography, travel, wild life, impressive. It is not necessary to stick
natural history, portraiture, fashion, with single subject alone for submitting
street, documentary, photojournalism a portfolio. There may be variety of
etc,. In order to submit relevant photos, subject with inherent common thread
you must have proper knowledge of unifying in unity. One photo artist
different photographic genres. Your included elephant, monkey, fox, deer,
portfolio should match properly with eagle, owl, lion and cheetah engaged in
particular photography genre for which their different activities in his wild life
you are applying. Submission in photo- portfolio submitted for his SPSA
contests, their theme is main distinction. You may select multiple
determining factor of selection of subjects with multiple activities unified
images. After knowing the nature of
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under single thread of commonality. effectively. Preparing a portfolio is Whatever approach you opt whether essentially as elective process motivated 'unity in diversity' or 'diversity in unity' by purpose and individual vision of an your portfolio should be a 'single artist and a statement of intent helps cohesive unit of multiple images' viewer to understand portfolio from presenting your style with strong artist's perspective properly. impact faithfully. Interestingly intent works in two ways- Go Beyond Subjectivity-While picking 1.It connects viewers to artist's work. images from your stock it is mandatory Intent helps viewers to understand the to rise above your likes/dislikes and given portfolio from artist's select only those which can go together perspective.2. Secondly some images having conformity with the purpose or may be very strong taken individually theme. Selected images should be but fail to fit in unifying thread. In such excellent qualitatively and technically situation intent directs artist to be too. precise and clear in selecting relevant Statement of Intent is defining the images and arranging them in unified work of photo artist making clear the portfolio. Intent should be a precise purpose behind it for viewers/jury answer to 'How' and 'Why'. Unique members. Intent is a verbal bridge style and vision is the answer of 'how' between the artist and viewer and a purpose or theme is a proper narrowing the gap between the two by justification of 'why'. Remember, a making portfolio clear and meaningful. strong portfolio with weak and Two arguments may be given against irrelevant intent is likely to snatch intent-1.Viewer has freedom to award or distinction from the hands of interpret artist's work in his /her own an artist. perspective, 2.A picture being itself Keep statement of intent short, simple vocal does not need verbal explanation and to the point explaining your at all. 'A picture is worth a thousand vision, your unique style and the words', so any additional verbal aid is purpose of portfolio unambiguously. redundant. This may be true for Avoid long sentences, complex individual images. As far as portfolio is ornamental phrases, verbal jargon concerned, the importance of intent which make portfolio obscure to cannot be minimized as it represents the understand. individual philosophy of an artist and We need to know few more important also a specific purpose behind the features required for preparing preparation of any portfolio. Masters or portfolio with impact such as quality, experienced artists do not click 'consistency,' 'cohesiveness', 'start with randomly; a vision or thought process is strong-end with strong','sequencing'and constantly motivating them for what, 'originality & novelty'. where and how to take pictures 8 VIEWFINDER JULY, 2020
Quality- Select only those images which serially could be felt gradually. Abrupt
are qualitatively and technically change produced by misplacing of
superior over others. Under technical photos breaks the viewing-rhythm
excellence take note of exposure, causing annoyance in viewer's mind.
sharpness and compositional Sequence can be of different type like
excellence. colour, tones, mood etc. Suppose you
Consistency-All the images right from have images of different colour then put
first to the last one should maintain first red, then orange, yellow then it's
consistency of quality, of theme and complementary light blue, deep blue
style of artist. Any odd image and purple. With black & white
inconsistent with theme of portfolio or portfolio put first dark tone, next lighter
style of artist may weaken the force of dark, grey, light grey and lastly white.
portfolio as a whole. In portfolio of mood put the image of
sadness first, then move to serious face,
Cohesiveness is a quality of images
to cool and calmness, then smile and
sticking together with commonality and
ending with happiness. There can be
sequence shaping portfolio into a
more sequences based on lighting,
coherent whole.
contrast, movement, composition like
'Start With Strong'-'End With Strong'- balance, perspective etc.
Though selected all 20 images are
Originality And Novelty singles out
excellent in quality, it is possible, some
your portfolio from the herd and
of these may weak in comparison with
presents it as 'a portfolio with
others. So put strong images at the
difference'. Such portfolio emerges as
Beginning and at the End to impress
shining diamond among gems.
viewer/jury psychologically. Let weak
ones fit in middle of both strong ends. Lastly, before submitting search
portfolios of successful photo-artists on
Sequencing plays a major role in
websites of FIAP, RPS, PSA, get
influencing the psychology of viewer by
inspired by them and prepare your
evoking emotions in them. Sequencing
portfolios in your own way with
is placing images one after another in
DIFFERENCE.
such a way that the change happening
“Made for each other” “Light and Shadow” “Dramatic Desert”
VIEWFINDER JULY, 2020 9EFIP Gold, Platinum and MFIP
Barun Sinha
The candidates for the above should realize that these distinctions are entirely different
than any other offered by FIP. Now the artist is not expected to collect any more
acceptances and awards. There is no competition. Rather it is time to showcase their
artistic worth not by showing 2-3 good images but 10, 15 or 20 images where each image
is coherent to the next without being repetitive. One has to understand the philosophy
of coherence.
The most ardent task is to select 10, 15 or 20 images from your cupboard for the selected
portfolio. At the conception stage itself you have to imagine and execute to achieve
your goal to have the required number of images with uniformity without being
repetitive.
If your presentation is in Portrait then all the images should show different emotions or
character of the same or different persons in different indoor or outdoor lighting
conditions.
If your chosen subject is birds with kill then all the different birds should either have the
kill in its beak, talon or they all should be in flight. One image with a kill in beak, another
with kill in its talon and the next one flying off with kill is not a coherent portfolio. If you
have a egret flying with a snake then try to get Ibis in flight or Kite or Purple or Grey
Heron in flight with a kill in your portfolio.
You can showpiece different activities of the same species. But 10 – 20 images of a
mating bird or animal ( single species) is a sequence and not a coherence.
Finally you have to write a letter of intent.
1. A letter of intent which defines the purpose, aims and objects of your work
2. A cohesive collection of images which meets the goals set in your letter
3. The work in totality should show the author's vision
4. High level of technique and technology appropriate to the subject
5. Aesthetically appropriate body of work
Your hanging plan is also equally important. Your 1st image must start with a bang and
your last image should leave a lasting impression. Though you can mix colour and
Monochrome images in your presentation but it should be done aesthetically. Too
much mixing of landscape and portrait format should be avoided as it imparts a jarring
effect.
Aspirants are welcome to submit their work to FIP for advise and assessment prior to
the main event– Hony Secretary General
Good luck to all.
10 VIEWFINDER JULY, 2020AMPHAN a Super Cyclonic Storm
Devastation unprecedented– a photo report
Avishek Das
EFIAP /b, EFIP, SSS/r
Photo Journalist: SOPA Images Limited
AMPHAN a Super Cyclonic Storm which powerful than the previous ones in recent
has caused widespread damage in Eastern times. The major affected areas of West
India, specifically West Bengal and Bengal are specially South & North 24
Bangladesh on 20th May 2020. AMPHAN Parganas, Howrah, Kolkata and a part of
is the first tropical cyclone of the 2020 Bangladesh. The estimated damage
which has hit west Bengal with a speed of reported by West Bengal Government is 1
160 Km/ hr. caused huge destruction of Lakh Crore after the assessment, however
livelihood and 90 deaths have been Indian Prime Minister visited West Bengal
reported so far. on the very next day after this Cyclone and
Every year Bay of Bengal faced several announced to release 1000 Crore as
Cyclonic Storm Like Fani, Bulbul Last year, Advance for Relief Works.
but AMPHAN is recorded as Category 5 The devastation was so powerful that the
Super Cyclonic Storm by Indian State had to seek help from Army, Disaster
Meteorological Department which is more Management Team to restore the
VIEWFINDER JULY, 2020 11Electricity, Water supply Works & clearing families are displaced during this Super
up numerous uprooted Trees throughout Cyclone and they need help to restore their
the entire Bengal. Many major parts of the houses before the Monsoon arrives.
city struggled up to 80 – 100 hours to get The Photo story shot as the aftermath effect
back their Water & Electricity Supply as on the early morning of 21st Morning, 2020
reported by Media Houses. just after the Cyclone Night. Several
The Remote Bengal is still under process of Electric polls, numerous uprooted Trees
development as many of the Non- seen lying on the grounds which Bengal
Government Organisation have stretched has ever observed after 1833 as per the data
their hands with Relief Materials for these from Indian Meteorological Department.
suffered people, as per source almost 50000
FIP SALON STATISTICS TILL 30TH OF JUNE 2020
National Salons 32
National Circuits 13 = 41 Salons
International Salons 32
International Circuits 08 = 24
Foreign Salons/Circuits with FIP Patronage 05
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12 VIEWFINDER JULY, 2020Amphan Relief– Chhayapath Calcutta Team
Malini Dhar Mitra and her friends distributed relief material in Bali Islands on the bank of Bidyadhari river.
The super cyclone Amphan left a devastating trail of distruction along its
path. Several villages took the brunt of devastation and FIP is proud that
several FIP affiliated clubs and individual members pulled up their
resources and voluntarily undertook relief work in different parts of the
state.
CL UB Team Chhayapath, Calcutta under the guidance of Pinaki Ranjan
Talukder distributed relief material to Ramkrishna Mission Rudranagar,
NEWS Sagardwip, (one of the most affected area) Branch, South 24 Parganas.
Our member Rajat Dawn, Arindam Mojumder, Ashim Pandit & Saibal
Mondol also undertook similar relief work in the Sundarbans region of
West Bengal.
Ms Malini Dhar Mitra also visited one of the villages of Sundarban for
relief work.
–Editor Viewfinder
Amphan Relief to Khanpukur Village (Rajat Dawn Team)
VIEWFINDER JULY, 2020 13Federation of Indian Photography
FIAP Distinctions – 2020
General Upto 30th September 2020
We invite all valid FIP members and FIP Corporate Club Members to apply for the AFIAP, EFIAP,
EFIAP LEVELS Distinctions.
2019 FIAP distinction awardees can apply for their next distinction in 2020.
AFIP is mandatory for AFIAP & EFIP/FFIP is mandatory for EFIAP.
Your application must reach the Secretary General of FIP within 30th September 2020 ONLY
through email: fiap.fipdistinctions@gmail.com.
Basic Requirements
1.0. FIAP Photographers Card and FP (FIAP Photographer) Number
All FIAP Distinction applicants are required to have a myfiap login prior to applying for
Distinctions. When setting up this login you will be allocated a FP number, which is your “FIAP
Photographer” number. Your FP number is your username for future login purposes. FIAP
Distinctions applicants are also required to hold a FIAP Photographers Card prior to applying for
Distinctions. This ID styled card identifies the photographer and includes a photo of them. Once a FP
number and FIAP Photographers card are obtained, they are valid for life. Both the FP number and
the FIAP card number are cited on applications for FIAP skill distinctions.
Procedure
- Photographers may access the profile creation page here:
https://www.myfiap.net/user/register/fp
- The creation of the profile is straightforward, and a tutorial video provided on top of the
profile creation page (https://youtu.be/imghsDi8UiQ)
- The provided information will remain confidential and limited to FIAP use only, amongst
others for the card generation and shipping
- Along with personal information, photographers also need to upload a recent high resolution
portrait picture of themselves, to be used for FIAP life cards
IMPORTANT:
When creating their profile, photographers must indicate their current distinction(s):
- If they photographers and/or don't have a distinction yet, they leave this part blank.
- If they already have distinctions, they enter them in their profile. Note that if they are in the
process of applying for a new distinction, they must still enter their actual distinction(s) in
their profile, before the upgrade.
After submitting their profile on myfiap.net:
- Photographers WITHOUT distinctions will be notified by email (check spam filter) that their
account is active, they will also obtain their username (FP-XXXXXXX) required for login, and
will be prompted to set their password. They may then login at any time with the provided
username (FP-XXXXXXX) and personal password on the myfiap.net login page
(www.myfiap.net) and order a FIAP life card online. Online payment, card production and
shipping will be processed via the myfiap.net platform.
- Photographers WITH distinctions will be notified by email (check spam filter) that their
14 VIEWFINDER JULY, 2020account is pending approval. After validation by the FIAP distinction service, they will be
notified that the account is active, obtain their username and set their password. They may
then login at any time with the provided username (FP-XXXXXXX) and personal password on
the myfiap.net login page (www.myfiap.net) and order a FIAP life card with their actual
distinction online. Online payment, card production and shipping will be processed via the
myfiap.net platform.
1.01 How to order a FIAP Photographers Card
- To order a FIAP Photographers Card, you must first register/set up a myfiap login as per point
1.0 above. Having set up your login you can either proceed to order a FIAP Card straight away
via the applicable menu tab or you can login in at anytime via: https://www.myfiap.net/
When applicants order a FIAP Photographer Card the myfiap system will provide the FIAP
Card Number immediately. Record this number carefully. The FIAP Card number, must be
placed on your Distinctions application form. As you are given this number immediately, you
can place it on your Distinctions application immediately. You do not need to wait for the card
itself to arrive in the post. Follow link for Video tutorial - https://youtu.be/imghsDi8UiQ.
2. THE AFIAP DISTINCTION
2.01. The distinction "Artist FIAP" (AFIAP) is the first artistic distinction that can be obtained. It is
awarded to photographic artists whose artistic qualities, technique and production of work
have been acknowledged through their participation in international salons under FIAP
Patronage.
2.02. The candidate for this distinction must:
a) Have taken part with success in international salons under FIAP Patronage for at least 1 year;
i.e. his first FIAP-recognised acceptance must have occurred at least 1 year ago.
b) Have taken part with success in at least 15 international salons under FIAP Patronage in at
least 8 different countries. In this respect a Circuit is to be considered as a single salon.
c) Have obtained at least 40 acceptances with at least 15 different works in international salons
under FIAP Patronage.
d) Include in his works a minimum of 4 different works, which have each received at least one
acceptance in “Print” salons under FIAP Patronage.
2.03. Candidates for AFIAP distinction must submit:
a) A completed application using forms prescribed by FIAP which is available on FIP/FIAP
website.
b) 5 photographic works of the candidate in form of a digital file. All the submitted works must
have obtained 3 FIAP - recognised acceptances in different salons. In this respect a Circuit is
considered to be a single salon.
3. THE EFIAP DISTINCTION
3.1. The distinction "Excellence FIAP" (EFIAP) is awarded to photographic artists who, apart from
having excellent techniques, have significant numbers of their works often accepted in many
international salons under FIAP Patronage
VIEWFINDER JULY, 2020 153.02. The candidate for this distinction must:
a) Be the holder of the AFIAP distinction. An application for the EFIAP distinction can be made
not less than 1 year after the award of the AFIAP distinction, based on the date of the diploma.
b) Have taken part with success in at least 30 international salons under FIAP Patronage in at
least 20 different countries. In this respect a Circuit is considered to be a single salon.
c) Have obtained at least 250 acceptances with at least 50 different works in international salons
under FIAP Patronage.
d) Include in his works a minimum of 12 different works, which have each received at least one
acceptance in “Print” salons under FIAP Patronage.
3.03. Candidates for EFIAP distinction must submit:
a) A completed application using forms prescribed by FIAP which is available on FIP/FIAP
website.
b) 5 photographic works of the candidate in form of a digital file. These works must be different
and not resemble or be similar to those submitted for his/her AFIAP distinction. All the
submitted works must have obtained at least 3 FIAP-recognised acceptances in different
salons and at least 2 works must have obtained an award. These 2 awards must be from
different countries and a Circuit is considered to be a single salon.
4. THE EFIAP LEVELS
4.01. In order to honour photographic artists who, after having received the EFIAP distinction,
continue to actively participate in international salons under FIAP Patronage and, by so doing,
help to promote photography with their new artistic production, FIAP has instituted seven
additional EFIAP levels.
4.02. The candidate for "EFIAP Levels" Distinctions must:
a) Be the have been the holder of the EFIAP Distinction (or previous EFIAP Levels Distinction)
for at least one year from the date of the diploma for that previous distinction
c) and since the date on the applicant's diploma for the EFIAP Distinction have obtained in total
at least in international salons under FIAP Patronage:
For the EFIAP/b 200 acceptances, with 50 different works in 5 different countries
For the EFIAP/s 300 acceptances, with 100 different works in 10 different countries
For the EFIAP/g 500 acceptances, with 150 different works in 15 different countries
For the EFIAP/p 700 acceptances, with 250 different works in 20 different countries
After the date of being award the EFIAP/p distinction or since 1st January 2015, whichever is
the later, have obtained:
For the EFIAP/d1 50 awards with 15 different works in 5 different countries
For the EFIAP/d2 100 awards with 30 different works in 7 different countries
For the EFIAP/d3 200 awards with 50 different works in 10 different countries
4.03. The candidate for an "EFIAP Level" distinction must submit:
a) A completed application using forms prescribed by FIAP which is available on FIP/FIAP
website
b) A number of photographs, which have received awards after the date of the EFIAP distinction
diploma, as indicated here under:
EFIAP Bronze: 4 photographs awarded in 4 different countries and different salons
16 VIEWFINDER JULY, 2020EFIAP Silver: 5 photographs awarded in 5 different countries and different salons
EFIAP Gold: 6 photographs awarded in 6 different countries and different salons
EFIAP Platinum: 7 photographs awarded in 7 different countries and different salons
EFIAP Diamond 1: 5 photographs awarded in 5 different countries and different salons
EFIAP Diamond 2: 6 photographs awarded in 6 different countries and different salons
EFIAP Diamond 3: 7 photographs awarded in 7 different countries and different salons
These photographs must be different and not resemble or be similar to those submitted for
other distinctions. In this respect a Circuit is considered to be a single salon.
4.04. In each year only one EFIAP level can be applied for and each level - Bronze, Silver, Gold,
Platinum, Diamond 1, Diamond 2 or Diamond 3 - must be achieved in this sequential order.
4.05. Distinctions "EFIAP Levels" and MFIAP are cumulative. An author, who holds these two
distinctions, can use the initials of both distinctions after his/her name.
5. THE MFIAP DISTINCTION
5.01. The distinction "Master Photographer of FIAP" (MFIAP) is awarded to a photographic artist in
recognition of his/her entire achievements in the field of artistic photography. MFIAP is the
third step, after AFIAP and EFIAP, in the FIAP distinctions awarded for personal successes in
photography. The candidate must have been the holder of the EFIAP distinction for at least 3
years, based on the date of the diploma.
5.02. The candidate for this distinction must submit:
a) A complete curriculum vitae using forms prescribed by FIAP. The text should be written in
one of the official FIAP languages.
b) A portfolio of 20 images numbered from 1 to 20 (black and white prints or colour prints). The
prints or support must measure 30 x 40 cm or A3. A portfolio-style of presentation is required.
The weight of the complete portfolio should not exceed 2 kilograms.
This collection must be coherent from its conception to its realisation and presentation.
c) An introductory text that describes the subject and the creative concept of the photographic
artist. The text must be written in one of the official FIAP languages.
d) The fee has to be paid to the FIAP Treasurer.
5.03. A list of acceptances and prizes obtained in international salons under FIAP Patronage is not
necessary and these will not be taken into consideration when examining the application.
5.04. Applications for MFIAP (documents of 5.2.) must be sent to the FIAP Distinction Service by
electronic mail ( fiapdistinctions@gmail.com ).
5.05. The works and the CD-ROM (with the digital version of the collection so that FIAP can
reproduce the works to their original quality in case the original images are deteriorate) must
be sent to the person responsible for the MFIAP dossiers together with the pages "A" and "B"
signed and the introductory text.
5.06. The portfolios will be examined at one of the ordinary meetings of the FIAP Board of Directors.
The FIAP Board of Directors may call upon the advice of any qualified person.
The MFIAP distinction is awarded by a simple majority of the members of the FIAP Board of
Directors. If the MFIAP distinction is not awarded, the candidate will receive a written
explanation for the rejection.
5.07. If the portfolio of the author is accepted, it becomes the property of FIAP. The collection of
works of holders of the MFIAP distinction can be used by FIAP for exhibitions or other events
for the benefit of FIAP. The digital images of the accepted MFIAP candidate will be published
on the FIAP Web Site. It must be possible to open this file with Adobe Photoshop software.
- For more information about payment & procedures contact the FIP Distinctions committee.
VIEWFINDER JULY, 2020 176. THE ESFIAP DISTINCTION.
6.01. The distinction "Excellence for Services Rendered" (ESFIAP) is awarded to those persons who
have given exceptional service over a long period for the benefit of FIAP.
6.02. Holders of the photographic distinctions AFIAP, EFIAP and MFIAP may also be nominated
for the ESFIAP distinction if they fulfil the criteria.
6.03. Applications for the ESFIAP distinction must comprise a completed dossier with a curriculum
vitae and a detailed description of the services rendered by the candidate. The application
should be made with the form prescribed by FIAP. The text must be written in one of the
official FIAP languages. The application must be send to the FIAP Distinction Service by
electronic mail (fiapdistinctions@gmail.com).
6.4. Applications for the ESFIAP distinction are handled free of charge.
6.5. The applications for ESFIAP are examined by the FIAP Board of Directors at one of its ordinary
meetings.
7. THE Hon. EFIAP DISTINCTION.
7.01. The "Honorary Excellence FIAP" (Hon. EFIAP) distinction is the highest honour the
International Federation of Photographic Art can award to the holder of the ESFIAP
distinction. The number of living holders of this distinction is limited to a number set by the
FIAP Board of Directors.
7.02. The Hon. EFIAP distinction is awarded by the FIAP Board of Directors. A unanimous vote of
the members of this Board is required.
7.03. Any extraordinary contribution of an international nature to the development of photography
or of photographic art will be taken into account as will be any exceptional service that has
contributed to the progress of FIAP.
7.04. The application for a Hon. EFIAP distinction should comprise a complete curriculum vitae
and a full description of the services that justify the candidacy. A form prescribed by FIAP
should be used. The application, written in one of the official FIAP languages, should be sent
to the FIAP Distinction Service by electronic mail ( fiapdistinctions@gmail.com).
7.05. Applications for the Hon. EFIAP distinction are handled free of charge.
7.06. The applications for Hon. EFIAP are examined by the FIAP Board of Directors at one of its
ordinary meetings.
8. Preparation of Images & Files
a. AFIAP, EFIAP, EFIAP Levels Images submitted to FIAP with these Distinctions applications
are sent as Digital files.
b. Image files must be sized to at least 3600 pixels on the longest dimension and must be JPEG,
compression 10. Within 4 Mb
8.01. Name of the files.
a. Images File naming
UN Code of the Federation (or ILFIAP number) + underscore + First name + underscore +
Name + underscore + Title of the work + .jpg
Example: 356_Barun_Sinha_Sunrise.jpg
18 VIEWFINDER JULY, 2020b. Dossier File naming
UN Code of the Federation (or ILFIAP number) + underscore + First name + underscore +
Name + underscore + Distinction sought + .xlsx
Example: 356_Barun_Sinha_EFIAP GOLD.xlsx
9. List of files to be sent to FIP (AFIAP,EFIAP,EFIAP Levels Only).
a. Soft copy Duly Filled FIAP Dossier
b. Digital Images (Proof of the works) as per distinction criteria
c. Soft copy of Duly filled FIP Form E (Available at FIP Website)
d. Photo copy of last distinction (Both FIP & FIAP) File Size – 1024px longest size, within 1 MB
f. Hard copy of the FIAP Dossier Page A & B, with signature on the Page B . (See note below)
Note: The FIP Distinction in charge will provide the PDF format of the Page A & B of the dossier once
the application is verified. Applicants are requested print the same & send to FIP after Signing on
Page B.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION.
1. For AFIAP/EFIAP/EFIAP Levels, applications NOT to be sent to FIAP directly. FIAP
Document 011/2016E -8.6. Within reasonable limits national federations have the right to add
national requirements for the AFIAP and EFIAP distinctions. If the required number
acceptances are reached, the application for the distinction has to be forwarded to FIAP,
without any supplementary judging of the works.
2. When a distinction application is rejected, the applicant must wait for at least one year before
submitting a new application. If the application of a MFIAP candidate is rejected, the MFIAP
applicant must wait for at least 3 years before submitting a new application. The candidate
must send an updated dossier and, if necessary, other photographic works. In all cases of
rejection, the applicant mustagain pay the application fee. A person may only make a
maximum of 3 applications for MFIAP
3. FIAP uses a computer program to cross check the result totals in your application spreadsheet
against the requirements for that level, e.g. number of salons, number of different images etc.
FIAP also checks the results cited on applications against the FIAP Database. It is VERY
important that you are accurate and consistent with all details,(e.g. Spelling, Salon names,
Country names & Patronage no's). An extra space before a title or spelling, patronage no's
could be enough for a computer program to tally your form inaccurately. You will need access
to a computer with Microsoft Excel installed to be able to complete these forms. It is important
not to use 3rd party software as some corrupt the formatting on these forms
4. Complete the Dossier A page first. The other pages are coded to auto fill the same details on
other pages. Do not attempt to alter these details on the other Dossier pages as it is the auto fill
coding you will modify. Changes to personal details should always be made on Dossier A,
which will then automatically make the same amendments on the other pages.
5. DO NOT alter columns, rows, fonts or alter/add any formatting headings
6. Each judging of a circuit has a different patronage number. Write the correct patronage
number for each judging of circuits. Don't club all patronage numbers
7. EFIAP & EFIAP above applicants Select images such that they are not similar in any way to
those you submitted for previous flap distinction, Similarity is one of the major causes of
rejection of distinction application.
VIEWFINDER JULY, 2020 198. Do not add any text in the Patronage no (FIAP No) Column. The format of the patronage no is
YYYY/XXX.
9. Title of the works in the Dossier A & Dossier C must be in the Alphabetical order.
10. Images submitted (the photos you are sending to FIAP) must have the required, minimum
number of results and awards that applies to the Distinction sought. Where an award is
required for a submitted image, only list one award for that image, and the country in which is
was achieved on Dossier A. Choose an award that fulfils the requirements for the specific
Distinction.
11. Do not send anything which is not asked for.
12. Refer the Specimen copy for more clarification. (Available at FIP Website)
DISTINCTION FEE.
AFIAP, EFIAP, EFIAP Levels – 7000/- inclusive of handling charges.
MFIAP - 2000/- handling charges
All these charges are payable to FIP by DD in the favour of 'Federation of Indian Photography'
payable at KOLKATA.
Or online transfer to the below account.
Federation of Indian Photography
A/c No. 50176190112.
IFS code ALLA0211705.
Allahabad Bank, Beadon Street Branch.
For candidates not already possessing FIAP photographers card a fee for of 50 Euro plus postage
from Europe is payable for a photographers card (Life Card). This fee is paid directly to FIAP via the
my FIAP website through PayPal payment system at the time of ordering the card. This is separate to
the Distinctions application fee which is paid via Federation of Indian photography.
POSTAL ADDRESS.
Dr. Barun Kumar Sinha, Hony Secretary General
Federation of Indian Photography
9A Arya Kumar Road, Rajendra Nagar, Patna-800 016
Email : barunks@hotmail.com
Mobile : 9835021092
FIP Distinctions Committee contacts :
ARNAB CHAKRABORTY, EFIAP
Mobile : 9734084734
E-mail : arnabchakraborty_89@yahoo.com
DIGWAS BELLEMANE, EFIAP, EFIP, EPSA, Hon.MoL
Mobile : 9449152121
E-Mail : digwashegde@hotmail.com
PRAKASH DUDHALKAR, AFIAP
Mobile : 9869541966
E-Mail : dudhalkar@gmail.com
Treasurer :
Suman Saha
Mobile : 9831144551, 9874244551
Email : treasurer.fip@gmail.com
20 VIEWFINDER JULY, 2020Federation of Indian Photography
Call for FIP Distinctions – 2020
Upto 31st August 2020
General
• We invite FIP and FIP Corporate Club Members to apply for the AFIP, EFIP, EFIP GOLD,
EFIP PLATINUM and MFIP Distinctions.
Our overseas members are entitled to apply for FIP Distinctions like AFIP/ EFIP with Fees
of USD 100 and directly for EFIP GOLD and onwards, with Fees of USD 150 if already they
have EFIAP/FPSA/ARPS.
• Your application must reach the Secretary General of FIP within 31st August 2020, ONLY
through email : distinctions.fip@gmail.com.
• Candidates who already have ARPS, PPSA or AFIAP can directly apply for EFIP by
providing proof.
Distinctions.
• AFIP: 150 acceptances from FIP recognised International or National Salons with 20
different works and out of 150 at least 40 must be from FIP recognised NATIONAL Salons.
Out of 150 acceptances 2 awards should be from FIP recognised National or International
Salon.
• EFIP : 350 acceptances from FIP recognised International or National Salons with 40
different works. Out of 350 acceptances 75 must be from FIP recognised NATIONAL
Salons. Out of 350 acceptances 5 awards should be from FIP recognised National or
International Salon. You can apply for EFIP after 1 calendar year of AFIP.
For Overseas Applicants, there will be no requirement of acceptances from Indian National
Salons. Rest of the conditions remain same.
You can submit images in any one of the 3 sections - (A) Pictorial Monochrome, (B) Pictorial
Colour & (C) Nature. Photojournalism and Travel images are part of Pictorial.
Evidence in support of application should be 5 in number and can only be sent by digital file
having pixel dimension of 2400px on the longer side at a resolution of 300 dpi and within 2MB.
Image file should be in JPEG & RGB colour mode.
Name of File/Works : FIP/Corporate membership number _ first letter of surname _ first letter
of first name _ title of work . Example - LM692 _ S _ B _ LION ON HILLOCK.
File Name of the dossier: FIP/Corporate membership number_ First Name_ Last Name_
Distinction sought.
Example: LM692_Barun_Sinha _ AFIP
• EFIP GOLD - One can apply after one year of EFIP/FFIP. No new acceptances required. A
portfolio of 10 digital images with coherence and a statement of intent is required.
• EFIP PLATINUM - One can apply after one year of EFIP GOLD. A portfolio of 15 new
(other than in Gold) digital images with coherence and a statement of intent is required.
Works must be sent by digital file having pixel dimension of 2400px on the longer side at a
resolution of 300 dpi and within 2MB. Image file should be in JPEG & RGB colour mode.
Name of File/Works : FIP/Corporate membership number _ first letter of surname _ first letter
of first name _ title of work . Example - LM692 _ S _ B _ LION ON HILLOCK.
VIEWFINDER JULY, 2020 21File Name of the dossier: FIP/Corporate membership number_ First Name_ Last Name_
Distinction sought.
Example: LM692_Barun_Sinha _ EFIP GOLD
MFIP - One can apply after three years of FFIP or EFIP . A portfolio of 20 new other than
Gold/Platinum digital images with coherence and a statement of intent on dossier B (within 150
words) is required.
File Naming : FIP/Corporate membership number _ first letter of surname _ first letter of first
name _ serial number. Example : LM692 _ S _ B _ 1.
File Name of the dossier: FIP/Corporate membership number_ First Name_ Last Name_
Distinction sought.
Example: LM692_Barun_Sinha _ MFIP.
Jury of 5 senior photographers will decide the outcome. Jury will be looking for excellent
technical quality, pictorial elements, subject handling and strong coherence in the portfolio. In
case of failure, One can apply after ONE year with a handling fee of Rs.1000/-. Failure of 2019
can only apply in 2020.
• ESFIP - This distinction is available to individuals who have rendered distinguished service
to FIP and not to any individual club. A brief note of contribution and proposed and
seconded by two life members of FIP is required. No fees and no handling charge.
• ESFIPC - This is available to FIP Corporate clubs who have rendered distinguished services
to FIP with uninterrupted membership for last 10 years. Proposed and seconded by two
Corporate Clubs along with brief history and letter in support to be sent to Hon. Secretary
General. No fees and no handling charge.
FEES : FEES : For AFIP - Rs. 4000/-, EFIP - Rs. 5000/-, EFIP GOLD - Rs. 7000/-, EFIP
PLATINUM -
Rs. 7000/- and MFIP - Rs. 7500/- Bank Draft payable to Federation of Indian Photography at
Kolkata must reach within 31st August 2020 to following address:
Dr. Barun Kumar Sinha, Hony Secretary General,
Federation of Indian Photography
9A, Arya Kumar Road, Rajendra Nagar, Patna 800016.
Or
Online transfer is allowed to Allahabad Bank, Beadon Street Branch, AC#50176190112, IFS code
ALLA0211705,
Note: We do not accept cheques
Application Requirements.
1. Dully Filled Dossier (excel form)
2. Proof of works as per dimensions (2400px, 300DPI, Below 2MB) as per distinction
criteria.
3. Self Colour Photo (768px on the longest size,300 DPI) Used for ID Card
Note: EFIP & Above Applicants: To provide proof of previous distinctions if asked for
verification.
Contact details for assistance
1. Arnab Chakraborty - 9734084734, arnabchakraborty_89@yahoo.com
2. Digwas Bellemane - 9449152121, digwashegde@hotmail.com
3. Prakash Dudhalkar - 9869541966, dudhalkar@gmail.com
A FIP recognized Salon is a national Salon as long as it has only FIP recognition.
Participation by Foreigners does NOT change the status of the Salon.
22 VIEWFINDER JULY, 202035th FIP INTER CLUB CONTEST (DIGITAL), 2020 (2020/FIP/132/2020)
Panel of Judges : -
1. Dr. B. K. SINHA, MFIAP, ARPS, Es.FIAP, Hon.FIP, Hon.FIVAF
2. Mr. Sudip Roychoudhury, EFIAP, FFIP, Hon.FIVAF, Hon.FICS, AIIPC, Hon. SSS
3. Ms Sharmali Das, GMPSA, EFIAP
4. Ms Sona Beniwal, EFIAP, FBPS, FAPU, FFIP, Hon. FSAP, ESFIP
5. Mr Sudhir Saxena, EFIAP
Calendar :-
Closing Date:- 21.12.2020 Judging Date :- 24 – 29.12.2020
Notification :- 5.01.2021 PDF Catalog & Award dispatch : 12.04.2021
Rules and Regulation : -
1. This contest is open to every corporate club members (CM) of FIP. Before
sending entries to this contest it is requested to all the corporate clubs to renew
their FIP Corporate Membership. While uploading your club entry, please
mention your corporate membership number with validity date in specific
field.
2. There are five Sections :
(A) Monochrome (open)
(B) Nature (Monochrome / colour)
(C) Colour (open)
(D) Photo Journalism (Monochrome/Colour)
(E) Photo Travel (Monochrome/Colour).
3. No manipulations are allowed in the Nature, Photo Journalism & Photo Travel
Sections. Only cropping and enhancement of colour to the original of the
subjects are allowed.
4. Each club is entitled to send not more than 20 images. They can send 20 images
in one particular section or they can send 20 images through different sections
also.
5. One member of a club can submit a maximum number of four photographs in
total.
6. Photographs which have already been accepted in the previous FIP Inter Club
Contests, are not eligible for this contest.
VIEWFINDER JULY, 2020 237. Please mention the TITLE of each and every photographs in specific field.
Untitled images will not be placed in the judging.
8. No individual is allowed to send entries through more than one club.
9. Size and presentation : All works should be uploaded through website in jpg,
300 dpi, having the larger side of maximum 1920 pixels in case of horizontal
images and 1080 pixels in case of vertical images. File size should not be larger
than 2mb.
10. One complete list of entries and the list of members from a club's e-mail should
be sent to the divisional secretary, mentioning the
i) Full name of the authors,
ii) Titles and corrosponding sections
iii) The full postal address of the club with correct pin code,
iv) Corporate membership no. , e-mail address of the club,
v) Mobile no. Of secretary/ president/ representative, should be included.
11. ENTRY FEE : - Rs.600/- per club.
Preferred way of payment is – NEFT/Bank Transfer. Allahabad Bank,
Beadon Street branch, A/c # 50176190112, IFSC Code ALLA0211705,
SWIFT Code ALLAINBB
12. The Best three clubs and the first place winners of each section will be awarded
Medal along with a Certificate of Merit. In addition to that, there are five
Certificate of Merits in each section.
13. Accepted photographs will be considered for the FIP WHO'S WHO & STAR
RATING purposes.
14. Each participant will receive a PDF catalogue.
15. Prints and slides will not be accepted.
16. CLOSING DATE : 21.12.2020
Divisional Secretary –
Sayan Sarkar, EFIAP, FFIP, Hon. FCOS
Mob – 9432117939 E-mail – synsrkr@gmail.com
24 VIEWFINDER JULY, 2020FEDERATION INTERNATIONALE DE L'ART PHOTOGRAPHIQUE
The International Federation of Photographic Art
INFO 153 / 2020
WORLD NATURAL HERITAGE SPECIAL PHOTOGRAPHIC EXHIBITION
hosted by the International Federation of Photographic Art (FIAP)
and China Artistic Photography Society
in conjunction with Photo Beijing 2020
1. INTRODUCTION – PHOTO BEIJING
Photo Beijing, with the auspices of the International Federation of Photographic Art (FIAP), is a
large-scale annual photography event sponsored by:
• Ministry of Culture and Tourism of the People's Republic of China; and
• Beijing Municipal People's Government; and
undertaken by:
• China Artistic Photography Society;
• China Photographers Association;
• China Photojournalists Society;
• China Picture Group; and
• Beijing Gehua Cultural Development Group Co., Ltd.
Cultural festivals and photographic exhibitions have been successfully held at the Photo Beijing for
seven consecutive years since 2013. This year's 8th edition will be held at the China Millennium
Monument and its sub-exhibition venues from 17-25 October 2020.
2. WORLD NATURAL HERITAGE PHOTOGRAPHIC EXHIBITION
An important unit of the Photo Beijing 2020 is the "Belt and Road" thematic photography exhibition
which is hosted by the Federation of International Photographic Art (FIAP) and China Artistic
Photography Society. The theme of this year's special photography exhibition is World Natural
Heritage.
a. Definition
World Natural Heritage refers to the rare and irreplaceable wealth recognized by UNESCO and the
World Heritage Committee. It is a natural landscape with outstanding significance and universal
value recognized by all mankind. As of 2019, a total of 252 natural heritage projects in 107 countries
have been reviewed and approved by UNESCO to be included in the World Natural Heritage List,
including 213 World Natural Heritage and 39 World Cultural and Natural Dual Heritage. These world
natural heritages display unique and wonderful natural scenery, ecosystems, and cherish animal and
plant species everywhere, and are the common treasure of all mankind.
b. Objective
The objective of the World Natural Heritage special photography exhibition is to help raise the
awareness of the protection and inheritance of natural heritage and, using Photo Beijing, to develop
an international exchange and cooperation platform among our societies, professional photography
agencies, curators, and photographers.
3. PARTICIPATION AND CATEGORIES OF WORKS
a. All professional or amateur photographers, curators, and professional photography agencies
from around the world are invited to participate in the Exhibition.
b. The Exhibition is divided into 2 categories:
• Topical subjects in a set of images;
• Single image;
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