Definitions
FIAP and PAGB Definitions of Black & White/Monochrome Images
PAGB – Extract from rules for prints - www.pagb-photography-uk.co.uk
Appendix A page 22
Throughout this document the terms Monochrome and Colour have the following meanings
(Based on the definitions issued by the FIAP in 1991)
(A) Monochrome Prints
1. All black and white and monochrome images are included.
2. A black and white image which has been modified by the addition of a single tone to the
entire image is defined as a Monochrome Print.
(B) Colour Prints
1. All images other than those in (A) above are defined as colour images.
2. A black and white image which has been modified by the addition of partial toning or by the addition of one colour to any part of the image is a Colour Print
FIAP - The following is taken from the FIAP website.
This definition supersedes Document 223 and the INFO 1991/12.
A black and white work flitting from the very dark grey (black) to the very clear grey (white)
is a monochrome work with various shades of grey.
A black and white work toned entirely in a single colour will remain a monochrome work able to stand in the black and white category; such a work can be reproduced in black and white in the catalogue of a salon under FIAP Patronage.
On the other hand, a black and white work modified by a partial toning or by the addition of one colour becomes a colour work (polychrome) to stand in the colour category; such a work requires colour reproduction in the catalogue of a salon under FIAP Patronage.
The diagram below is intended to illustrate the FIAP criteria for Monochrome and Colour.
Appendix A page 22
Throughout this document the terms Monochrome and Colour have the following meanings
(Based on the definitions issued by the FIAP in 1991)
(A) Monochrome Prints
1. All black and white and monochrome images are included.
2. A black and white image which has been modified by the addition of a single tone to the
entire image is defined as a Monochrome Print.
(B) Colour Prints
1. All images other than those in (A) above are defined as colour images.
2. A black and white image which has been modified by the addition of partial toning or by the addition of one colour to any part of the image is a Colour Print
FIAP - The following is taken from the FIAP website.
This definition supersedes Document 223 and the INFO 1991/12.
A black and white work flitting from the very dark grey (black) to the very clear grey (white)
is a monochrome work with various shades of grey.
A black and white work toned entirely in a single colour will remain a monochrome work able to stand in the black and white category; such a work can be reproduced in black and white in the catalogue of a salon under FIAP Patronage.
On the other hand, a black and white work modified by a partial toning or by the addition of one colour becomes a colour work (polychrome) to stand in the colour category; such a work requires colour reproduction in the catalogue of a salon under FIAP Patronage.
The diagram below is intended to illustrate the FIAP criteria for Monochrome and Colour.
In a FIAP-defined Monochrome image, the R, G and B values at all points are in the same ratios, resulting in R, G and B histograms that look identical apart from their heights. In a grey scale image these three heights would be identical. A FIAP-defined Monochrome image seen through a coloured filter would generally look darker, and perhaps differently coloured, but different areas would retain the same relative brightness. This would not be the case with a FIAP-defined Coloured image.
Definition of nature to be used in Competitions.
Note that images already meeting the separate FIAP Definition of Nature will satisfy this less restrictive definition.
Nature photography means Images where living organisms are the primary subject matter. The story telling value of an Image will normally be weighed more than the pictorial quality.
Nature includes:
1. Images taken with subjects in controlled conditions such as zoos, game parks, botanic gardens, aquariums and enclosures where the subjects are dependent on man for food. Scientific bands, tags or collars are permissible.
Nature excludes:
1. Images where people are included.
2. Images where the subjects are obviously domestic animals or plants.
3, Images where an obviously artistic treatment has been applied.
Processing of the captured image, by cropping, exposure adjustment, colour correction, noise minimisation, dodging/burning, HDR, focus stacking and sharpening, is permitted, as is cloning of image defects and minor distractions including overlapping elements.
Montage is permitted, provided that the finished image looks natural and has not been manipulated “artistically”.
In a Nature Event or Category, an Image appearing to meet this Nature definition will be accepted as Nature. The Judges will normally assume that any Image presented to them does meet this Nature definition.
Access to some biological subjects may be restricted. Where that is relevant, then Photographers warrant that they have followed relevant codes of practices and hold any necessary licences.
Wildlife
There are no Wildlife Events or Categories in PAGB competitions. Within a Nature Event or Category, an Image may be considered for a Wildlife Award. Before confirming any Award, the Chair of the Organisers will seek assurance that the Image meets the following definition.
Wildlife is defined as one or more living organisms free and unrestrained in a natural or adopted habitat, photographed as a single Image. There must be no additions or removals of any component part within the Image as it is presented. The Photographer may be required to supply the original Image file.
