Circle Of Photographers - Photo Laureates ripoff fraud con scam deceptive opportunists Internet

DO NOT BUY ANY SORT OF "MANUSCRIPT" FROM ANY ORGANIZATION ASSOCIATED WITH CIRCLE OF PHOTOGRAPHERS OR PHOTO LAUREATES.

I believe they are the same company with two different names because I received "congratulations" from both of them after entering only one contest. Both said my photo was appreciated for it's "assymetrical composition and light mixed used throughout". I think all entries are appreciated for that because I've seen several complaints with the same terms used.

They will go on to say that they're offering you a "manuscript" for a bargain price of $59 along with some other things like a plaque and biography for the manuscript. Why should I have to pay for being a finalist in a contest.

I wrote them back telling them not to publish my photo. They should send me a free copy at the very least if they want to publish my photo.

While it's very flattering to be considered a finalist in a contest and to have someone want to publish your photo, you shouldn't have to pay them to do it. Please do not send them any money - it's a big scam and I don't think they ever send manuscripts out or award any prize money.

Sallie
Houston, Texas
U.S.A.