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Support of Our Divisions
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.
Pictorial Image Division (PID)
PID includes open or general subject photography, there are no limitations on subject matter or techniques used for image capture or post processing.
Nature Division (ND)
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.
Photojournalism Division (PJD)
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.
Photo Travel Division (PTD)
A Photo Travel image can be either print or digital and is a portrayal of the real world we live in, as it is found naturally. There are no geographic limitations. The Photo Travel Division helps photographers improve how they capture
travel memories, achieve more effective competition results, and learn where to travel next for great adventures and photos.
Pictorial Print Division(PPD)
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.
3D Division(3DD)
3DD offers several opportunities to build your skills as a 3D photographer. The subject matter is open.