THE Associate & Fellowship Awards
The SAPP are recognized as some of the most prestigious in the photographic world. The Associate is the second level of SAPP distinctions and is a significant step up from the first level, the Licentiate. While in the Licentiate we are looking for a basic competence and skill, to be successful at Associate level you need to provide evidence of creative ability and the development of a personal style. You also need to be able to show that you are in complete control of the technical aspects which allows you to produce quality which is entirely ‘fit for purpose’ i.e. it suits the subject. Your photography should be consistent and make a statement of a strong personal style. A high standard of presentation is expected.
When you are awarded the Associate you are entitled to use the letters ASAPP after your name and you will receive a certificate under the Seal of SAPP.
This can be applied for if you have been a member of SAPP for two years, if you were previously a member of PPSA this will count.
ASAPP Associateship, images of exceptional standard. This is a significant step up from the LSAPP. At this stage creative ability and personal style (what makes your work unique to you), along with complete control of the technical aspects of photography must be evident. It is at this level that you can first choose to submit your work to a particular specialist category.
You would need to be a SAPP member for two years before applying for this.
However if you have been a professional photographer for more than five years it is possible to apply for an ASAPP without having first achieved an LSAPP, but we do not recommend this unless you have considerable experience in photography.
FSAPP Fellowship this is our highest level of Distinction. Fellowship submissions are open to Associates of the SAPP . Images must be of an outstanding photographic and creative standard and accompanied by a Statement of Intent. An obvious personal style is expected at this stage. You need to have achieved the ASAPP before you can apply for the FSAPP.
This can be done two years after your receiving your ASAPP.