As a proud member of the Professional Photographer's of America and Certified Professional Photographer, I'm excited to announce my newest degree! Photographic Craftsman! This degree was earned through a combination of continuing photographic education and teaching other photographer the craft and business of photography. I'm energized by this latest accomplishment and I'm really looking forward to applying all my knowledge, skills and creativity in 2021. Here is the official press release below. 

Durham, NC Photographer Earns Craftsman Degree 

Sean True of Sean True Photography recognized for helping to advance the photography industry 

Durham, NC January 17th, 2021— Sean True of Sean True Photography in Durham, NC has earned the Photographic Craftsman degree from Professional Photographers of America (PPA). The degree was presented to Sean True by PPA president Stephen Thetford, M.Photog.Cr., CPP, at the association’s annual convention, Imaging USA, held January 20-22, 2019, in Atlanta, Georgia. 

This degree is not merely a piece of paper. It means that Mr. True has met the standards of excellence set by PPA. He has been awarded the Photographic Craftsman degree in recognition of His service to the photographic profession as an orator, author and mentor. In 2019, He was one of only 73 recipients. 

Mr. True's degree—and all the expertise it requires—illustrates His accomplishments and talent as one of a select few. 

About PPA Professional Photographers of America (PPA) is the largest and longest-standing nonprofit photography trade association with a 150-year history. It currently helps 30,000+ pros elevate their craft and grow their business with resources, protection, and education, all under PPA’s core guiding principle of bridging the gap between photographers and consumers.