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About us
Background
Bert and Cindy Behnke own Behnke Photographers, a studio established in 1956 by Bert’s parents. They have won numerous awards in salon print competitions as well as serving their professional associations. Both are past-presidents of the Associated Professional Photographers of Illinois and Bert was the 1997-98 president of the Professional Photographers of America (PPA) and is a past president of the Frankfort Chamber of Commerce and was the founder of PPA Charities. Cindy has served as a PPA Councilor and is a past director of PPA Charities.
Awards & Honors
Cindy holds the degrees of Master of Photography and Photographic Craftsman from the Professional Photographers of America. She has also earned Photographer of the Year awards from both PPA and APP of Illinois. She has received the prestigious Legacy Award from PPA Charities and has earned the National Award from Illinois. Her photographs have earned numerous Kodak Gallery and Fuji Masterpiece awards.
Bert has been awarded the Master of Photography, Photographic Craftsman and Honorary Master of Photography from PPA as well as the National Award from his state affiliate. In 2000, he was honored as Portrait Photographer of the Year from the International Photographic Council, a non-profit branch of the United Nations. Bert also has received the Legacy Award from PPA Charities and PPA’s International Award.
Together, and individually, they have given programs on portraiture to many state, local, national and international associations. They lead yearly international photographic workshops. Both have attained PPA Juror Emeritus status.
What we want to do for you
Bert and Cindy are looking for a small community of photographers looking to dive into the intricasies of creating a career in our craft. Individuals or couples selected to become a part of this community will embark on a life-changing journey