If one has been a professional (presumably) through great skill and expertise, then, in retirement, this person (still possessing or showing great skill and expertise) is still a professional - in my opinion. Regards, Bob... -------------------------------------------- "There are rotten people in the world that cannot be cured by magical hippy love." -- Lynda Barry > From: owner-photoforum@listserver.isc.rit.edu > > Question about Professional's. > If a used to be Professional, which at this time receives no > gratuities from > the profession, and is at this time retired, can he or she still > be qualified > as a Professional? > Or have I or we been reduced in status, say at least to an > advanced amateur > status? > At some time in the near future, will I be further reduced to a beginner? > Just wondering. WR
