Code of Ethics

Professional Photographers of Nebraska Code of Ethics

I, having been accepted into membership in the Professional Photographers of Nebraska, Inc. do hereby subscribe without reservation to this Code of Ethics and do solemnly agree that:

  1. I will strive at all times to upgrade and improve my knowledge and skill in professional photography, marketing and related areas.

  2. I will strive to present all photography and photographic services in surroundings and in a manner that reflects the highest level of professionalism.

  3. I will treat all clients and the general public with honesty and integrity; I will refrain from discussing any other photographer or photography studio in other than a professional manner and, if I am confronted about the ethical practices of another photographer or photography studio, I will immediately refer to the PPN Ethics Committee.

  4. I will not use any marketing or competitive practice that violates any Federal Trade Commission or other Federal or State regulatory agency rule or regulation, and Federal or State statute or any decision of any Federal or State Court. 

  5. I will strive at all times to produce photography and photographic services in accordance with the highest levels of professionalism.

  6. In all dealings with fellow photographers, students, and others who aspire to be professional photographers, I will gladly share the knowledge and skill in professional photography that I possess.

  7. I will support the efforts for and assist in the education of all interested persons and the general public in the art and science of professional photography.

  8. I will advertise and sell the merits of my services and products and refrain from degrading my competitors.

  9. I will reveal all the material facts avoid concealment of information and refrain from using innuendoes in advertising and selling that might cause consumers to be misled so that the truth about services or products may be fully understood.

  10. I will advertise only bonafide prices and products and refrain from use of ‘bait’ advertising methods.

  11. I will fulfill all contractual obligations, offer a reasonable warranty of products and services, and perform on such warranty, either written or implied, where justifiable claims are in order, and to do this without hesitation.

  12. I will keep confidential all classified or personal information obtained in the course of a professional assignment except, with the consent of the client.

  13. When photographing a wedding, I will make every effort to provide each client with a photographic record of their wedding which exemplifies the best of my artistic abilities; I will be prompt in meeting all schedules on the wedding day and for delivery of photographs; I Will use only high quality, dependable equipment, film, and accessories which are in good working order and carry spare equipment for use in emergencies; I will conduct myself in accordance with the customs and doctrines of each particular house of worship and conform to prevailing regulations regarding the taking of photographs; I will attend each wedding dressed appropriately for the occasion, photographing in a dignified, unobtrusive manner in keeping with the dignity of the occasion and in harmony with the environment; and I will build a rapport with my clients to make the photographic experience as meaningful as possible.

  14. I hereby agree to all conditions and terms as outlined in Appendix III to the by-laws of the Professional

Photographers of Nebraska, Inc., as amended August 1997 or as periodically amended in the future.