29 August 2025
Klerksdorp Record, Klerksdorp - Three local photographers who are enrolled with the Klerksdorp Photography Club received honorary certificates at the national photography congress that was held in Struisbaai.
These certificates are awarded annually at the PSSA (Photographic Society of SA) congress. Oupa and Karen Coetzee received their LPSSA (licentiateship) and Monique van Rooyen a DPSSA (distinction) certificate. The Coetzees are well-known in photography circles and are the chairperson and vice-chairperson of the local club. They attended the congress. Van Rooyen could not attend due to illness.
To obtain the LPSSA and DPSSA certificates from the PSSA, you must be a member. These awards are made to members in recognition of a high standard of photographic ability.
Klerksdorp Photography Club is a PSSA affiliate club. Photographers looking to sharpen their skills and enjoy fellowship with other enthusiasts are invited to join the club. The annual membership fee is R1100 and the club meets once a month. Phone Coetzee on 082 445 4076 for more information.
