The Arkansas Professional Photographers (APPA) recently presented former Log Cabin Democrat photojournalist Mike Kemp with the Professional Photographers of America (PPA) National Award at its annual convention.

“Each year, PPA makes this prestigious award available to state, regional, national and international affiliates – who then present it to deserving individuals,” PPA President Kira Derryberry said at the ceremony, per a news release provided to the Log Cabin on Wednesday. “The highest honor granted by a PPA Affiliate, it recognizes those whose support for photography goes far beyond any regular expectations or contributions.”