Activities
Members Forum (In Person): Bird Photography Basics and Much More with Bill Corbet
Covering equipment, exposure, autofocus, craft and flash, Bill will share what's he learned and what you might need to know. Whether you are getting started or getting juried with your bird images, this update of Bill's 2020 presentation will offer useful tips and information. There will be a few nice pictures, too. BIO A photographer […]
Members Gallery (Print) (In Person): Yard Birds with Stan Bysshe
Stan has been a member of NVPS since 2010-2011. He has served on multiple Board positions and is a past President. For the last ten years he has helped with photo workshops in Washington State, New Mexico, Alaska and Montana. For the past few years he has been working for the Smithsonian North American Songbird […]
Member’s Gallery (In-Person) – Digital: My Favorite Nature Photos with Mike Whalen
Program Description Mike enjoys a wide variety of photography subjects. In this video presentation he will show some of his favorite nature photos, past and present. These still images will be shown in four groups: Some examples are shown below. The presentation will be a short video slide-show (approx. 10 minutes) with background music. The video […]
Programs: (Zoom) The Art of Fog with Michelle Sons
Join me for The Art of Fog! Together, we will explore the magic of this moody weather phenomenon. Spanning both art and science, The Art of Fog will review selected topics such as the types of fog and the meteorological elements necessary for formation, forecasting tools, symbolism and the ways in which its emotional […]
Field Trip – Meadowlark Botanical Gardens
Meadowlark Botanical Gardens offers a wide variety of photographic possibilities. Participants will have the opportunity to capture landscapes and colorful images of flowers blooming in one of a dozen garden beds in this ever expanding park operated by the Northern Virginia Park Authority. There's even something for bird photographers as this park attracts small songbirds […]
Portfolio Project – (In Person) Final Review, Group 1 with Alain Lazaro Gutierrez Almeida
The first final review of the Portfolio Project will be held with Alain Lazaro Gutierrez Almeida. Alain has served as a judge for NVPS competitions, and now as a reviewer for NVPS Portfolio Projects. Alain Lázaro Gutiérrez Almeda is a professional photographer with more than 20 years of experience. He was born and raised in […]
Competition: (Zoom) with Judge Lisa Cuchara – No Theme, Open
Competition Theme: Open within the last three (3) years, No Theme Bio Lisa Cuchara, PhD, OM SYSTEM Ambassador, Master Craftsman (PPA), Master of Artistry (PPA), Master of Photography (PPA), HonNEC, is very passionate about photography and enjoys both being behind the lens and in the digital darkroom. She loves to photograph nature but finds many […]
Member’s Gallery (Print) (In Person) – “Images: Real and Imagined” with Gary Perlow
Gary, an ex-New Yorker, has been living in the northern Virginia area for nearly 30 years. He was a home builder who especially enjoyed designing kitchens, bathrooms, and choosing paint colors. He is presently involved in commercial real estate investment. He started taking photographs of his daughter’s sporting events about 12 years ago, and discovered […]
Member’s Gallery (In Person) (Virtual): The Magic of Hummingbirds with Ilenia Alvarez
In 2016, Ilenia began a photographic voyage, initially captivated by the dynamic energy of urban landscapes and the candid moments found in street photography. Through her lens, Ilenia has captured life's spontaneous moments, crafting images that tell stories of time and place. Yet, as her journey unfolded, a transformation occurred, leading Ilenia to the delicate […]
Member’s Forum: (In Person) Focusing On Nature with James Fatemi
Showing a selection of nature photos, James will explain how he approached them, both in the field and during post-processing. James will cover the way he set up his camera and why he chose certain angles. He will compare old versions of photos and compare them to newer photos, better photos and show how he […]