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PSA has six Divisions, each one is unique offering competitions for individuals and clubs, and study groups for individuals. Each Division provides the opportunity of recognition for Members who are entering PSA-recognized
exhibitions and have earned acceptances. Members can apply for Star Ratings and Recognition of Photographic Achievement Distinctions in each Division.
PID includes open or general subject photography, there are no limitations on subject matter or techniques used for image capture or post processing, other than the restrictions described in the PSA Statements on Artificial Intelligence, Image Creation and Authorship, and Subject Matter, which apply to all Divisions.
Individual Member Opportunities Image Evaluation Service | Portrait Competition, Landscape Competition, Still Life Competition, Architecture Competition | Study Groups | Mentoring | Educational Webinars | Image Analysis Online Sessions
Club Opportunities Interclub Competitions - Open Monochrome & Open Color
Exhibition Star Paths - one for PID color and one for PID monochrome.
The Nature Division includes both digital and print photography with the subject restricted to portraying the many aspects of nature - plant and animal life, natural features of land and seas or natural phenomena.
Individual Member Opportunities Subject
Identification | Image Evaluation Service | Study Groups
Club Opportunities Interclub Competition
Exhibition Star Path - one for digital images and prints.
Photojournalism includes both digital and print photography. PJD is devoted to recording current events or situations to preserve both the event and the emotional impact for the future. News, features, man and man's environment,
human interest, and other topics all are included in Photojournalism.
Individual Member Opportunities Image Evaluation Service | Published Picture of the Year | Photo Story | Study Groups | Quarterly
Competition
Club Opportunities Interclub Competition
Exhibition Star Path - one for digital images and prints.
Photo Travel includes both digital and print photography and seeks to portray the world as close to reality as we find it. Photo Travel photography challenges the photographers who enjoy travelling, trip planning, and photography.
Individual Member Opportunities Travel Advisory Service | Image Evaluation Service | Photo Travel Essay | Photo Travel Mini-Essay Study Groups
Club Opportunities Interclub
Competition | Education | Educational Resources
Exhibition Star Path - one for digital images and prints.
PPD includes both color and monochrome prints. Digital capture, film photography, desktop and darkroom processing, and commercial prints are included in the Division's activities.
The subject matter of an image submitted to a PPD program or activity is unrestricted.
Individual Member Opportunities Photo Book Essay Contest | Image Evaluation | Study Groups (American Portfolios) | Image
of the Year
Club Opportunities PPD Interclub Competition
Exhibition Star Paths - one for color prints and one for monochrome prints.
3DD offers several opportunities to build your skills as a 3D photographer. The subject matter is open.
Individual Member Opportunities Sequence or Photo Essay
Club Opportunities 3D Interclub
Competition | Technical Information
Division Study & Discussion Groups
Division Study groups are made up of photographers from all experience levels (beginner to pro) who share an interest in a particular type of photography, such as nature, macro, and/or creative.
A study group is a safe place to get helpful feedback from other photographers and a great place to form lasting friendships.
PID Digital Dialogue Groups
PID Study Groups
Nature Study Groups
PJD Discussion Groups
PTD Image Discussion Groups
PPD Study Groups / American Portfolios (by invitation)
Each division has comprehensive definitions specific to each division. These definitions are important to know and understand when hosting or entering PSA-recognized exhibitions.
