Recent Merit Images at PPSCV print competition in San Jose, Ca - carlosgarciaphoto.com

According to the Professional Photographers of America "PPA"

"The use of these 12 elements connects the modern practice of photography and its photographers to the historical practice of photography begun nearly two centuries ago.
Twelve elements have been defined as necessary for the success of an art piece or image. Any image, art piece, or photograph will reveal some measure of all twelve elements, while a visually superior example will reveal obvious consideration of each one."









These are the 12 elements of a Merit Image.
1. Impact
2. Creativity
3. Style
4. Composition
5. Print Presentation
6. Color Balance
7. Center of Interest
8. Lighting
9. Subject Matter
10. Print Quality
11. Technique
12. Storytelling

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