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Orlando Photographer Earns Master of Photography Degree

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Rich Johnson of Spectacle Photo recognized for superior image making and photographic service

Orlando, FL — Rich Johnson of Spectacle Photo in Orlando has earned the Master of Photography degree from Professional Photographers of America (PPA). The degree was presented to Johnson by PPA President Mark Campbell, M.Photog.Hon.M.Photog.Cr., CPP, API, at the association’s annual convention, Imaging USA, held in Nashville, Tennessee, in January 2026.

The Master of Photography degree is an achievement of the highest caliber. It signifies that Johnson has met the standards of excellence set by PPA. He has been awarded this degree in recognition of his superior photographic aptitude, demonstrated through image excellence, advanced education, and service to the photographic profession.

Johnson’s degrees—and the expertise they represent—illustrate his accomplishments and talent as one of a select group of photographers who have achieved this level of professional distinction.

Rich Johnson is the founder of Spectacle Photo, a full-service photography and video production studio based in Orlando, Florida. With more than twenty years of professional experience, Johnson specializes in commercial, entertainment, and event photography. His work has been recognized nationally and internationally, and he has received two Emmy Awards for his contributions to visual storytelling. In addition to his work behind the camera, Johnson actively contributes to the photography community through education, mentorship, and leadership as President of the Professional Photographers of Central Florida (PPCF).

About PPA

Professional Photographers of America (PPA) is the largest and longest-standing nonprofit photography trade association. Founded in 1868, PPA currently helps 35,000 professionals elevate their craft and grow their business with resources and education, all under PPA’s core guiding principle of bridging the gap between photographers and consumers.

Contact:
Rich Johnson
Spectacle Photo
407-719-9723
rich@spectaclephoto.com
https://www.spectaclephoto.com

Orlando Photographer Earns Photographic Craftsman Degree

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Rich Johnson of Spectacle Photo recognized for helping to advance the photography industry

Orlando, FL — Rich Johnson of Spectacle Photo in Orlando has earned the Photographic Craftsman degree from Professional Photographers of America (PPA). The degree will be presented to Johnson by PPA President Makayla Jade Harris, Cr.Photog., CPP, at the association’s annual convention, Imaging USA, to be held in Charlotte, North Carolina, in February 2027.

The Photographic Craftsman degree is an achievement of the highest caliber. It signifies that Johnson has met the rigorous standards of excellence set by PPA. He has been awarded the Photographic Craftsman degree in recognition of his service to the photographic profession as an educator, speaker, and mentor, contributing to the growth and advancement of fellow photographers.

Johnson’s degree—and the expertise it represents—illustrates his accomplishments and talent as one of a select group of professionals dedicated not only to creating powerful imagery but also to elevating the industry through education and leadership.

Rich Johnson is the founder of Spectacle Photo, a full-service photography and video production studio based in Orlando, Florida. With more than two decades of experience behind the camera, Johnson has built a reputation for creating dynamic imagery for commercial brands, entertainers, athletes, and events across the country. His work has earned numerous industry honors, including two Emmy Awards, and he currently serves as President of the Professional Photographers of Central Florida (PPCF). Johnson is passionate about mentoring other photographers and helping creative professionals develop both their artistic voice and their businesses.

About PPA

Professional Photographers of America (PPA) is the largest and longest-standing nonprofit photography trade association. Founded in 1868, PPA currently helps 35,000 professionals elevate their craft and grow their business with resources and education, all under PPA’s core guiding principle of bridging the gap between photographers and consumers.

Contact:
Rich Johnson
Spectacle Photo
407-719-9723
rich@spectaclephoto.com
https://www.spectaclephoto.com

Spectacle Photo Wins Big at the FPP Awards

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This year at the Florida Professional Photographers (FPP) Awards, I was honored to take home multiple recognitions that celebrate not just the art of photography, but the stories and lives behind every image. The FPP Awards bring together some of the most talented photographers in the state, and to be recognized among them is both humbling and energizing. These wins are a reflection of the countless hours poured into refining my craft, the trust my clients place in me, and the belief that photography can be more than a picture — it can be an experience, a memory, and sometimes even a legacy.

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You’ve Got to Hand it to me!

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I hear it all the time: “I can’t find a job in this economy!” “No one is hiring!” I realized during my job hunt that this could very well be true, but didn’t look at it as an excuse to give up and not try. This climate presented an opportunity for me to flex my marketing skills and show my future employer just how creative I can be.

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5 Ways to Avoid a Terrible Headshot

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A business headshot is more important than you probably realize. It's what people see before they meet you. It's what they look at to gauge trust. It's a photo that's often the deciding factor between you and your competition. Yet, despite the importance of the business headshot, it's treated like

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Captain Kid

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About a month ago, Rich Johnson took his family to Disney, so naturally, they hit up the Pirates of the Caribbean ride. If you've ever been to a Disney park you know that every ride dumps you out in a gift shop, and if you've ever been on the Pirates ride you know that it has the best gift shop Disney has to offer. It's full of

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Photographers: The Digital Storage War

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The biggest struggle our photography studio had this past year was figuring out a digital storage system that allowed us to actively work on, share, view, and archive our photos. Once you hit a certain storage point, buying invididual WD external drives just doesn't cut it. We got

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Fitness Models: 5 Photoshoot Tips!

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Image is everything when it comes to fitness, especially if you're trying to brand yourself as a professional within that industry. It's really important that you represent yourself with photos that show off your hard work, and get the point across that you mean business. Selfies in a gym mirror are

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Rey Cosplay

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I feel like there's a real shortage of quality female heroes these days throughout our entertainment media. They always seem to be flawed in one way or another by the system that produces them. They're either a distressed, incapable damsel, or an obnoxious, loud-and-proud feminist who

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Ace Noguera, Lifestyle Photographer

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The photography industry is a tough arena. It's all about survival, so I think it's important to give shoutouts to those photographers who work hard at being good at what they do, and constantly strive to be the best. Good photographers in our industry are

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8 Live Streaming Tips!

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Live streaming is huge. Whether you're a photographer, model, or want to promote business of any kind, you need to get into it. It's a quick way to reach out to your fans and followers, and it gives them a realtime look into what you're doing. Live streaming has been mostly

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