Kim Messmer, 20-year resident of Santa Clara, Calif., received the Photographer of the Year award for 2004 from the Professional Photographers of Santa Clara Valley (PPSCV) at their annual awards banquet. She also received the Print of the Year for 2004, and first place in the unclassified category. Ms. Messmer specializes in fine art and portraiture. PPSCV is a local affiliate of the Professional Photographers of America.