Schneider Weddings

As a member of PPA, SWPPA, TPPA and PPGH, I adhere to the Codes of Ethics of these organizations.

Professional Photographers of America Code of Ethics

I, as a requirement for admission to and retention of membership and participation in Professional Photographers of America, Inc., agree to strive at all times to upgrade and improve my knowledge and skill of professional photography, marketing and related areas. In all my dealings with users of photography and the general public, I will:

1. Strive to present all photographic services in surroundings and in a manner which reflects the highest levels of professionalism.
2. Use the highest levels of honesty, professionalism and integrity.
3. Not use any marketing or competitive practice which violates any Federal Trade Commission, or other Federal or State regulatory agency rule or regulation, or Federal or State statute or any decision of any Federal or State Court; and
4. In all dealing with fellow professional photographers, students and others who aspire to be professional photographers, I shall share the knowledge and skill of professional photography.
5. Support efforts for and assist in the education of all interested persons the general public in the art and science of professional photography.

Texas Professional Photographers Association Code of Ethics

(Note that the South West Professional Photographers Association defers to the Codes of Ethics
of it’s member state organizations, in this case, TPPA.)

Upon being accepted into membership in the Texas Professional Photographers Association, Inc., an applicant will subscribe without reservation to this Code of Ethics, and will agree to:

1. Endeavor to maintain a dignity of manner in behavior, in the presentation of photography and photographic services, in appearance, and that of the studio or place of business, and in all forms of public contact.
2. Observe the highest standards of honesty in all transactions, avoiding the use of false, confusing, inaccurate or misleading terms, descriptions and claims.
3. At all times endeavor to produce photographs of quality equal or superior to the samples displayed, to apply the best efforts toward providing the best possible photographic services, and to raise the general standard of photographic craftsmanship.
4. Show a friendly spirit of cooperation to fellow professional photographers and assist whenever possible should they be in trouble or difficulty
5. At all times avoid the use of unfair competitive practices as determined by any court of competent jurisdiction, the Federal Antitrust Laws, and related statutes.
6. Assist fellow photographers and share knowledge with them individually and  collectively to achieve and maintain the highest levels of quality.
7. Recognize the authority of this Association in all matters relating to the interpretation of the Code in accordance with the statutes of the United States and State of Texas and decisions of the courts and governmental agencies of competent jurisdiction.

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Professional Photographers Guild of Houston Code of Ethics

I, the undersigned, as a requirement for admission to and retention of membership and participation in the Professional Photographers Guild of Houston agree to strive at all times to conduct myself and my business by the highest professional and ethical standards. In all dealings with the public, fellow professionals and others who aspire to professional image making, I will:

1. Above all, conduct myself with honesty, decency and respect for others.
2. Strive to present all services and products in an atmosphere of integrity and professionalism.
3. Not employ any marketing or competitive practice which appears misleading, untrue or unethical, violates any Federal Trade Commission or other federal or state statutes, rules or regulations or any decision of any federal or state court.
4. Always strive to produce photographic products and services in accordance with the highest levels of skill and professionalism.
5. Gladly share my knowledge and skills so as to constantly elevate the art and science of my profession.
6. Hold the name of fellow professional image makers with the same respect as my own.

I understand that these requirements are the basis of my membership. The Code of Ethics is our foundation for maintaining and elevating the craft of professional photography and its practitioners to people both within and outside the industry. If, in a majority opinion of the PPGH Board of Directors, I breech any part of the Code of Ethics, my continued membership and benefits may be restricted or terminated.

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As an Affiliate Photographer of the Now I Lay Me Down To Sleep Foundation, I adhere to the NILMDTS Photographers Code of Conduct.  This code is too long to reprint here, but is can be read in it’s entirety HERE.

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Greener Photography is a new organization dedicated to using common sense in making the photography industry less impactful on the environment. I believe that we have been given stewardship over all of God’s creation and that we are expected to be good stewards of all things: our selves, our families, our work, our finances, and our physical world. Along with outstanding ecological organizations such as Friends of Texas Wildlife, I heartily endorse Greener Photography and their goals.  I voluntarily adhere to their pledge:

Greener Photography Pledge

We believe that we have a responsibility to protect the environment. As members of Greener Photography, we are committed to environmentally-friendly practices and to encouraging change within our industry. Within our own businesses and in doing business with others, we are committed to these objectives:

1. to comply with all applicable environmental regulations and to strive to exceed compliance
2. to conserve energy, water, and other natural resources
3. to develop and implement practices that prevent pollution and waste
4. to offer products to our clients that are environmentally-friendly, conservation quality, locally-made and/or cruelty-free
5. to be a source for change within our industry by encouraging other photographic businesses to be environmentally responsible

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Additionally, I voluntarily adhere to the Better Business Bureau’s Code of Business Practices (which are quite long and thus not reprinted here).  I am also a member of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce’s Small Business Nation community of small businesses.

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