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A featured focus highlights the CPP certification program designed for flexibility: the Certified Professional Photographer exam is organized into six independent modules, each testable separately at the learner’s pace. The document further emphasizes on-demand proctored testing and CPP curriculum support through video content, study guides, and practice quizzes.","PROFESSIONAL PHOTOGRAPHER • APRIL 2026 PROFESS IONAL PHOTOGRAPHERS OF AMERICA INC VOL 153 NO 2567  \nP.30  \nUP  \nSlow  \nWHEN IT’S DOWN Season Savvy  \nP.34  \nNIKON ZR  \nCinema You Can Afford  \nP.66  \nGREAT OUTDOORS Celebrating Nature Photography  \n©PETERSON PIERRE  \nCelestial  \nAPRIL 2026  \nAchieve Your CPP—Your Way  \nThe Certification Program Designed with You in Mind  \nThe Certified Professional Photographer (CPP) exam is divided into six distinct modules, allowing you to focus on one topic at a time. You can take each module’s test individually and at your own pace.  \nPlus, with on-demand proctored exam access, you can take your test on your computer—anywhere, anytime.  \nThe CPP Curriculum also includes:  \n• Engaging Video Content: Dive into helpful tutorials for each module.  \n• Study Guides: Master key concepts in each module.  \n• Practice Quizzes: Test your knowledge and track your progress.  \nStart planning your journey to becoming a Certified Professional Photographer today. With the flexibility to learn, study, and test on your terms, success has never been more achievable!  \n[PPA.com/CPP](PPA.com/CPP)  \nTHE OFFICIAL JOURNAL OF PROFESSIONAL PHOTOGRAPHERS OF AMERICA  \nDirector of Publications Melanie Lasoff Levs, [mlevs@ppa.com](mlevs@ppa.com)[ ](mlevs@ppa.com)Senior Editor Joan Sherwood, [jsherwood@ppa.com](jsherwood@ppa.com)  \nSenior Editor Amanda Arnold, [aarnold@ppa.com](aarnold@ppa.com)[ ](aarnold@ppa.com)Art Director/Production Manager Eryn March, [emarch@ppa.com](emarch@ppa.com)[ ](emarch@ppa.com)Editor-at-Large Jeff Kent, [jkent@ppa.com](jkent@ppa.com)  \nContributing Editor Ellis Vener  \nDirector of Sales & Strategic Alliances Kalia Bonner, [kbonner@ppa.com](kbonner@ppa.com),(404) 522-8600 x248 Account Manager Jasmine Butler, [jbutler@ppa.com](jbutler@ppa.com),(404) 522-8600 x215 Advertising Sales Specialist Melat Tezera, [mtezera@ppa.com](mtezera@ppa.com),(404) 522-8600 x223  \n\n| PROFESSIONAL PHOTOGRAPHERS OF AMERICA\u003Cbr>BOARD OF DIRECTORS\u003Cbr>President Makayla Harris, Cr. 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