January 24, 2020
Dennis Symons, Jr of Dennis Symons Photographic Arts and MidJersey.news was recognized for superior image making and photographic service with a Master of Photography degree from Professional Photographers of America.
The degree was presented to Dennis Symons, Jr. by PPA President Audrey L. Wancket, M.Photog.Cr., CPP, at the association’s annual convention, Imaging USA, held January 19-21, 2020 in Nashville, Tennessee. The master of photography degree is not merely a piece of paper. It means that Symons has met the standards of excellence set by PPA. He has been awarded this degree in recognition of his superior photographic competence demonstrated through photographic competition, advanced education and service to the profession. Symons’s degrees—and all the expertise they require—illustrate his accomplishments and talent as one of a select few.
Dennis Symons, Jr. is the publisher of Midjersey.news and provides most of the photographs as seen on this website. Symons has been a photojournalist since 1987 and also provides photographic services for weddings and commercial photography.
About PPA: 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. The nonprofit assists 30,000 members through protection, education and resources for their continued success. See how PPA helps photographers be more at PPA.com.
Left to right: PPA President Audrey L. Wancket, M.Photog. Cr., CPP, Dennis Symons, Jr., M.Photog, CPP, Ivan Domazet, M.Photog, Cr., CPP. at Imaging USA in Nashville, TN Jan 20, 2020
All 2020 PPA Degree Recipients