NOTE: The information on this page does not apply to Feedback Only images.
Normally, new members begin as a 1 Star in each category (Digital Projection, Colour Prints and Monochrome Prints). However, new members who are not new to photography may--at their option--self select to start at Level 2 in any category.
When the criteria below are met for a given category the member is promoted to the next Star Level. A promotion certificate is issued.
Star level criteria are as follows:
Star 1 to Star 2: 3 Gold Awards/Certificates of Merit Plus 20 points
Star 2 to Star 3: 6 Gold Awards/Certificates of Merit Plus 40 new points
Star 3 to Star 4: 12 Gold Awards/Certificates of Merit Plus 60 new points
Star 4 to Star 5: 20 Gold Awards/Certificates of Merit Plus 200 new points
Star level evaluations are based on the following criteria:
Star Level 1
- Correct exposure
- Subject in focus
- Basic composition
Star Level 2
Level 1 requirement plus:
- Appropriate depth of field
- No distracting elements
- Competent use of composition and suitable light
Star Level 3
Level 2 requirements plus:
- Critical depth of field
- Correct use of light
Star Level 4
Level 3 requirements plus:
- Creative photographic technique
- Attention to detail
Star Level 5
Level 4 requirements plus:
- High artistic merit
For members who have achieved Level 5, there is an added incentive award: The Honour Roll. A member must receive one Certificate of Merit or 8 gold evaluations within any club-year to obtain Honor Roll status. To remain on The Honour Roll, members must re-qualify each club-year.
Each year the Sharon Allington Trophy is presented to the member who achieves the highest cumulative score, in one category, from the previous season’s submission of images.