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Santa Clarita Newborn Photographer Named Double Diamond Medalist at International Print Competition
- At November 03, 2021
- By farrahwelch
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I am excited to share the results from this year’s Professional Photographer’s of America International Print Competition (IPC)! This was my fifth year entering. I have been competing in two separate categories – the photographic open and the artist competition. I was really hoping that one of my cases would go diamond, but instead, both of them did! Double diamond has been a dream of mine! All eight of my images were accepted into the esteemed Imaging Excellence Collection (previously known as the Loan Collection), and I am thrilled! Here are my images, and below is the official press release.
Magic in the Waiting -130th Annual Exhibition – Imaging Excellence Collection
Adventure Takes Flight – 130th Annual Exhibition – Imaging Excellence Collection
We’ll Leave the Lights On For You -130th Annual Exhibition – Imaging Excellence Collection
What Kind of Dragon Are You? – 130th Annual Exhibition – Imaging Excellence Collection
Windswept -130th Annual Exhibition – Imaging Excellence Collection
Elven Mischief – 130th Annual Exhibition – Imaging Excellence Collection
Lost in Thought – 130th Annual Exhibition – Imaging Excellence Collection
Sheer Delight – 130th Annual Exhibition – Imaging Excellence Collection
Official Press Release
Santa Clarita Photographer Named Diamond Medalist, twice, at International Photographic Competition
Farrah Welch of Farrah Welch Photography is honored by peers and jurors for high-quality photography.
Santa Clarita, California– Farrah Welch of Farrah Welch Photography in Santa Clarita, California was named a Diamond Medalist in both the artist competition and photographic open during the Professional Photographers of America’s 2021 International Photographic Competition. Farrah’s work will be on display at the upcoming Imaging USA, held January 16-18, 2022 in National Harbor, Maryland. Imaging USA is one of the largest annual conventions and expos for professional photographers.
A panel of 36 eminent jurors from across the United States selected the top photographs from over 5,000 total submitted entries at PPA headquarters in Atlanta. Judged against a standard of excellence, 1,926 images were selected for the Merit Collection and 1,225 (roughly 24 percent) were selected for the esteemed Imaging Excellence Collection—the best of the best. The Imaging Excellence Collection images will all be published in the much-anticipated ” Excellence Collection” book by Marathon Press.
The level of the award is determined by how many of those four images receive the highest possible honor: acceptance into the PPA Imaging Excellence Collection, which is displayed at photographic exhibitions, conventions, and other photography events. Farrah was named a Double Diamond Medalist, meaning that all four of their merited images entered the PPA Imaging Excellence Collection. In 2021, Farrah was one of only 58 Diamond Photographers of the Year.
About PPA:
Founded in 1868, Professional Photographers of America (PPA) is the largest and longest-standing nonprofit photography trade association. It currently helps 30,000 professionals 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.
Santa Clarita Photographer Farrah Welch Earns Master of Photography
- At January 17, 2021
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Santa Clarita Photographer Farrah Welch Earns Master of Photography
Farrah Welch of Farrah Welch Photography is recognized for superior image making and photographic service with a degree from Professional Photographers of America.
Santa Clarita, January 17th, 2021 – Farrah Welch of Farrah Welch Photography in Valencia, California, has earned the Master of PHotography degree from Professional Photographers of America (PPA). The degree was presented to Farrah by PPA presedent Gregory Daniel, M.Photog.Cr., CPP, F-ASP, at the association’s annual convention, Imagin USA, held virtually January 17th, 2021.
The Master of Photography degree is not merely a piece of paper. It means that Farrah has met the standars of excellence set by PPA. She has been awarded this degree in reocgnition of her superior photographic competence demonstrated throughp hotograhic competition, advanced education, and service to the profession. In 2021, she was one of only 65 recipients.
Farrah’s degree, and all the expertise required, illustrated her accomplishments and talen as one of a select few.
Farrah is award-winning baby photographer and mixed media artist who is currently focusing on the art of the painted portraits. Contact her to book a session or to comission an heirloom mixed-media portrait.
About PPA
Professional Photographers of America (PPA) is the largest and longest-standing non profit phoography trade association. Founded in 1868, PPA currently helps 30,000 pros elevate their craft and grow their business with resources and education, all under PPA’s core guiding priciple of briding the gap beween photographers and consumers.
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Santa Clarita Newborn Photographer Named 2020 Bronze Medalist at International Photographic Competition
- At November 11, 2020
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I’m excited to share this year’s results from the Professional Photographer’s of America Internation Print Competition (IPC)! I compete to push myself, and to grow as an artist. I really enjoy it, and this is my fourth year entering. This year, four of my images were accepted into the General Collection, three of which will be published in this year’s showcase book. Three of my images were accepted into the esteemed Loan Collection and will be published in this years loan book. I also received a bronze medal for my artist case.
A huge thank you to Michelle Parsley for always pushing me to be a better artist! Here are my images.
Professor Simian – 129th Annual Exhibition – Loan Collection
Radience in Obscurity – 129th Annual Exhibition – Loan Collection
Up, Up, and Away! – 129th Annual Exhibition – Loan Collection
Oh, There you are, Mommy! – 129th Annual Exhibition – Showcase
Embracing New Beginnings – 129th Annual Exhibition – Showcase
Granny’s Pride and Joy – 129th Annual Exhibition – Showcase
Magesty of her Imagination – 129th Annual Exhibition – General Collection
Official Press Release
Santa Clarita Photographer Named Bronze Medalist at International Photographic Competition
Farrah Welch of Farrah Welch Photography is honored by peers and jurors for high-quality photography.
Santa Clarita, California – Farrah Welch of Farrah Welch Photography in Valencia, California was named a Bronze Medalist during Professional Photographers of America’s 2020 International Photographic Competition. Farrah’s work will be on display at the upcoming Imaging USA, held virtually January 17-19, 2021. Imaging USA is one of the largest annual conventions and expos for professional photographers.
A panel of 36 eminent jurors from across the United States selected the top photographs from over 5,000 total submitted entries at PPA headquarters in Atlanta. Judged against a standard of excellence, 1,706 images were selected for the General Collection and 865 (roughly 17 percent) were selected for the esteemed Loan Collection—the best of the best. The Loan Collection images will all be published in the much-anticipated “Loan Collection” book by Marathon Press.
The level of the award is determined by how many of those four images receive the highest possible honor: acceptance into the PPA Loan Collection, which is displayed at photographic exhibitions, conventions, and other photography events. Farrah was named a Bronze Medalist by earning a merit—a mark of quality and honor—for each of the four images included in their entry case to the International Photographic Competition. This is the most prestigious competition of its kind, where images are judged based on a standard of artistic excellence, not against each other. In 2020, they were one of only 170 Bronze Medalists.
About PPA:
Founded in 1868, Professional Photographers of America (PPA) is the largest and longest-standing nonprofit photography trade association. It currently helps 30,000 professionals 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.
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Farrah Welch Photography
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Santa Clarita Newborn Photographer Named Double Silver Medalist at International Photographic Competition 2019
- At June 28, 2020
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I have very exciting news to share!
I have been entering print competition in order to grow as an artist. This is my third year entering the Professional Photographer’s of America print competition. I entered both the district competition (which includes the Western US and Canada) as well as the international competition. In the district competition, I won three category awards– First and Third place in the Artist category and first place Children’s portrait! In the international competition, six of my 8 images entered the general collection, and two of them entered the loan collection and will be published in this year’s loan book. I received two silver medals for each of my cases, both photographic and artist.
It was an exciting year! A huge thank you to Michelle Parsley for your amazing instruction and pushing me to be a better artist.
Official Press Release
Farrah Welch of Farrah Welch Photography is honored by peers and jurors for high-quality photography
Santa Clarita, California – Farrah Welch of Farrah Welch Photography in Valencia, California was named a Silver Medalist twice during Professional Photographers of America’s 2019 International Photographic Competition. Farrah’s work will be on display at the Gaylord Opryland Convention Center in Nashville, Tennessee, January 19-21, 2020. This International Photographic Exhibit is held in conjunction with Imaging USA, an annual convention and expo for professional photographers.
A panel of 36 eminent jurors from across the United States selected the top photographs from over 5,200 total submitted entries at PPA headquarters in Atlanta. Judged against a standard of excellence, 2,654 images were selected for the General Collection and 625 (roughly 12 percent) were selected for the esteemed Loan Collection—the best of the best. The Loan Collection images will all be published in the much-anticipated “Loan Collection” book by Marathon Press.
The level of the award is determined by how many of those four images receive the highest possible honor: acceptance into the PPA Loan Collection, which is displayed at photographic exhibitions, conventions and other photography events. Farrah was named a Silver Medalist, twice, in both the Artist competition and the Photographic open, meaning that one of her four merited images from each of those entered the PPA Loan Collection, while the others became part of the General Collection. In 2019, she was one of only 128 Silver Medalists.
About PPA:
Founded in 1868, Professional Photographers of America (PPA) is the largest and longest-standing nonprofit photography trade association. 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.
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Farrah Welch Photography
www.farrahwelchphotography.com
Lost in a Fairytale – 128th Annual Exhibition – Loan Collection, Western District First Place Artist Category, IPC Silver Medal Case
Contemplating a Moment in Time – 128th Annual Exhibition – Loan Collection, IPC Silver Medal Case
Where Dreams Begin – 128th Annual Exhibition – Merit Collection, Western District 3rd Place Artist Category, IPC Silver Medal Case
Na-na, Na-na, Boo-boo – 128th Annual Exhibition – Merit Collection, Western District First Place Children’s Portrait, IPC Silver Medal Case
Baby Blue – 128th Annual Exhibition – Merit Collection, IPC Silver Medal Case
Reflection of Innocence – 128th Annual Exhibition – Merit Collection, IPC Silver Medal Case
Dreaming of Butterflies – 128th Annual Exhibition – Merit Collection, IPC Silver Medal Case
Watch Over Me – 128th Annual Exhibition – Merit Collection, IPC Silver Medal Case
2019 PPA Western District Competition – Santa Clarita Award Winning Photographer – Farrah Welch
- At May 05, 2019
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So excited to announce that I placed in three category awards for the PPA 2019 Western District Competition! First place children’s portrait, first place artist open, and third place children’s portrait!
Santa Clarita Newborn Photographer Named Bronze Medalist at International Photographic Competition 2018
- At September 12, 2018
- By farrahwelch
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A while back, I posted that one of my photos had won second place in the children’s portrait category for the PPA Western District Competition. I couldn’t post the photo at the time, because it still had to be judged at international. Well, I can finally share the photo along with the results from The Professional Photographer’s of America 127th International Photo Competition!
This year I entered two separate cases– one into photographic open, which focuses on photography, and one into the artist competition, which focuses on the artistry and post-processing of the image. This was my second year for photographic open, and first year for artist. Each case has four entries. My photographic open case got a bronze medal, each of them going into the PPA General collection (each one of these earned a merit). One of the images in that case, Glee, is the one that got second place at districts and it will be published in this years PPA Showcase Book). From my artist case, two of my images were accepted into the loan collection after receiving very high scores (each earning two merits). Both of these will be published in this year’s PPA Loan Book. It was super exciting, and working on these images for competition really helps me to refine my craft and create better images for my clients!
Here is the official press release for my bronze case, and all the images!
Santa Clarita Photographer Named Bronze Medalist at International Photographic Competition 2018
Farrah Welch of Farrah Welch Photography is honored by peers and jurors for high-quality photography.
Santa Clarita, California – Farrah Welch of Farrah Welch Photography in Santa Clarita California was named a Bronze Medalist during Professional Photographers of America’s 2018 International Photographic Competition. Welch’s work will be on display at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta, Georgia, Jan. 20-22, 2019. This International Photographic Exhibit is held in conjunction with Imaging USA, an annual convention and expo for professional photographers.
The level of the award is determined by how many of those four images receive the highest possible honor: acceptance into the PPA Loan Collection, which is displayed at photographic exhibitions, conventions and other photography events. Farrah Welch was named a Bronze Medalist by earning a merit—a mark of quality and honor—for each of the four images included in her entry case to the International Photographic Competition. This is the most prestigious competition of its kind, where images are judged based on a standard of artistic excellence. Professional Photographers of America (PPA) is the largest international nonprofit association created by professional photographers, for professional photographers. Almost as long-lived as photography itself, PPA’s roots date back to 1869. It assists 30,000 members through protection, education and resources for their continued success.
IPC Bronze Medal
Second Place PPA Western District Competition 2018 – Children’s Portrait
Life’s Greatest Gift – 127th Annual Exhibition – Loan Collection
Blue Without You – 127th Annual Exhibition – Loan Collection
Let’s Play – 127th Annual Exhibition – General Collection, BRONZE CASE
The New Prince – 127th Annual Exhibition – General Collection, BRONZE CASE
Her World – PPA 127th Annual Exhibition – General Collection, BRONZE Case
Glee – Second Place in Children’s Portrait for PPA Western District Competition 2018; PPA 127th Annual Exhibition – General Collection, BRONZE Case
PPA Western District – Second Place Children’s Portrait – Farrah Welch
- At March 09, 2018
- By farrahwelch
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This is my second year entering the Professional Photographers of America (PPA) Western District Photographic Competition. I’m super excited (and a little shocked!) to announce that I got second place in the Children’s Portrait category for one of my baby photos. In fact, I never would have checked to see… luckily someone noticed and tagged me in the announcement! I can’t share the photo yet, because it will go on to be judged for IPC (PPA’s International Print Competition), but I’m very excited about this particular image. My whole case sealed too! (which means they will all go on to win merits at IPC). I will share it as soon as the results come in for IPC!
Congratulations to all of the other award winners! There were some amazing images this year and it was so fun to take part and watch the judging!
3DbluelovesME!<3
Santa Clarita Best Newborn Photographers – Farrah Welch Photography
- At March 08, 2018
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I’m thankful once again to be selected as one of the best newborn photographers of Santa Clarita by Expertise in 2018! Choosing a photographer is a very personal decision. You have to find the perfect one for you! There are so many factors to take into account, and while budget is one of them, I understand how important style, quality, safety, and experience play into capturing this very important time in your life. I am always honored when my clients choose me, and strive to provide each and every one with the best experience possible.
Farrah Welch Photography was Selected as One of the Best Newborn Photographers in Santa Clarita.
Here is the list https://www.expertise.com/ca/santa-clarita/newborn-photography
Here is their write up below:
Farrah Welch Photography – Best Newborn Photographers in Santa Clarita
Farrah Welch Photography is a newborn, maternity, and baby’s first-year photography business in Valencia that focuses on crafting a soft and dreamy style with an organic feel. A special feature of Farrah Welch photography is the cake smash photo. Farrah is a mother herself and likes to incorporate nature, soft fibers, and organic textures into her photography. She wants her customers to come away recalling details of different aspects of life when they glance at one of her photographs. Farrah’s philosophy is that taking pictures should be fun and that people look their best when they are relaxed and comfortable, rather than rushed and antsy. Farrah seeks to build relationships with families and document memories that generations to come will cherish. Farrah offers individual digital files, and many of her packages include them. She also helps customers generate ideas on different ways to display their photos, such as using a canvas on a wall above the fireplace or creating an album for the coffee table. Customers can contact Farrah for a copy of her welcome guide to get started.
PPA International Print Competition – Santa Clarita Award Winning Photographer – Farrah Welch
- At August 23, 2017
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This year, 2017, was my first entering the Professional Photographer’s of America (PPA) International Print Competition (IPC). I decided to start my journey toward my PPA Master of Photographer Degree, a journey toward improving my skills and my art, a journey for myself and for my clients. It was fun, it was exciting, and it was an incredible learning experience. And the result? Three of my images merited and one loaned! I even got interviewed on IPC Live during the competition, which was a great opportunity!
It is such an honor to have my images selected by my peers and PPA jurors for high-quality photography. These images will be on display at the Gaylord Opryland Convention Center in Nashville, Tennessee, Jan. 14-16, 2018. This International Photographic Exhibition is held in conjunction with Imaging USA, an annual convention and expo for professional photographers. “A Mother’s Love,” “Inquisitive Charm,” and “Inseparable” will be displayed in the International Photographic Exhibition alongside other top photographic works from the competition and traveling and special invitational displays. These images constitute one of the world’s largest annual exhibits of professional photography gathered simultaneously under one roof. “Inseparable” was selected for the esteemed Loan Collection—the best of the best, and will be published in the much-anticipated “Loan Collection” book by Marathon Press.
Thank you to Julia Kelleher and to Michelle Parsely, for sparking my interest in print competition and starting me on this journey. Thank you to Christie Newall for your wealth of information and your passion for sharing it with photographers like me who are jumping in to print competition. Thank you to Janel Pahl for taking the time to mentor me, help me sort out the twelve elements as they applied to my own body of work, and for your honest and invaluable critiques. Thank you to my husband, Arthur Vail, for always being willing to take “just one more look.” Finally, thank you to Richard Newall and Booray Perry for having me as a guest on IPC Live! You are each a star that aligned, with perfect timing, and led me down a captivating path through my first International Print Competition. Thank your for your inspiration, your time, and your energy. I can’t wait for next year!
Here are my images with their official gold seals.
