Before admission into the Twin Cities Professional Photographers Association, a person, firm, or
institution must agree to the following Code of Ethics.
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Endeavor to maintain a dignity of manner in his/her behavior, in the presentation of his/her
photography and photographic services, and in his/her appearance and that of his/her studio or place
of business, and in all other forms of public contact.
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Observe the highest standard of honesty in all his/her transactions, avoiding the use of false,
confusing, inaccurate and misleading terms, descriptions and claims.
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Endeavor to produce photographs equal or superior in quality to the samples he/she displays, to
apply his/her best efforts toward providing the best possible photographic services and to play his/her
part in raising the general standard of photographic craftsmanship.
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Show a friendly spirit of cooperation to his/her professional photographer colleagues and assist them
whenever possible if they are in trouble or difficulty.
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Avoid the use of unfair competitive practices as determined by any court of competent jurisdiction,
the federal anti-trust laws and related statutes.
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Assist and share his/her knowledge with his/her photographer colleagues and encourage them
individually and collectively to achieve and maintain the highest standard of quality.
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Recognize the authority of the Association in all matters relating to the interpretation of this code.
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