I do hereby make application for membership in the Maine Professional Photographers Association with payment of dues (as indicated by the dues scale) to be submitted online or paid via check within 1 week of application.

Upon being accepted into membership in the Maine Professional Photographers Association, I will subscribe without reservation to this code of ethics, and solemnly agree to:
1. Endeavor to maintain a dignity of manner in behavior, in the presence of photography and photographic services, in appearance in that studio or place of business and in all other forms of public contact.
2. Observe the highest standards of honesty in all transactions, avoiding the use of false, confusing, inaccurate and misleading terms, descriptions and claims.
3. At all times endeavor to produce photographs of quality equal to the samples displayed, to apply the best efforts towards 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 time avoid the use of unfair competitive practices as determined by any court of competent jurisdiction, the Federal anti-trust laws, and related statues.
6. Assist fellow photographers and share knowledge with them and encourage them individually and collectively to achieve and maintain the highest standards of quality.
7. Recognize the authority of the Association in all matters relating to the interpretation of the Code of Ethics in accordance with the statues of the United States and the State of Maine and the decisions of courts and government agencies of competent jurisdiction.

It is understood that if my application is not accepted the accompanying remittance will be refunded. In the event of cancellation or lapse of membership, I agree to discontinue immediately the use of this Association’s name, emblem, and trademarks.