Charles Morris of KSSP Photographic Studios in Fillmore has earned the Certified Professional Photographers (CPP) designation from the Professional Photographic Certification Commission.

Morris earned this designation after meeting rigorous requirements measuring his artistic and technical competence. This included passing a comprehensive written exam, having a portfolio of images judged on photographic excellence, and adhere to a stringent code of conduct. The Professional Photographic Certification Commission currently recognizes less than 2,000 Certified Professional Photographers. There are less than 100 CPPs in California and only 3 in Ventura County. There are no other Certified Professional Photographers in Fillmore or Santa Paula.

“Unlike other professions, photography does not require any type of education or proof that you actually know what you are doing. Because of digital cameras, almost anyone can call themselves a professional photographer these days. Unfortunately, the quality of photography that is produced by many so-called professional photographers is quite poor” Morris explained, “Completing the certification process demonstrates excellence in photographic techniques and gives our clients confidence that they will only get the highest quality results”

Principal photographers at KSSP are Carmelita Miranda and Charles Morris. KSSP is a full service photography studio specializing in portraits and weddings. KSSP Photographic Studios is the school photographer for Fillmore High School, but photographs high school seniors from all over Ventura County. For further information, please contact KSSP Photographic Studios at 524-6400 or visit http://ksspphotostudios.com.