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SUMMARY:Programs:  (Zoom) Wabi Sabi with Lisa Cuchara
DESCRIPTION:Description\n\n\n\nThis program will explore the beauty of imperfect and/or unconventional subjects. As nature photographers we often seek out the flowers\, leaves and such that are perfect\, with no blemishes or defects. This program highlights subjects that are not perfect\, such as flowers that have character\, double headed flowers\, decaying fall leaves\, the deformed coneflower that stands out as flawed and hence different and beautiful\, rust as it creates abstract patterns amidst the decay\, etc. We will also explore the concept of slowing down and appreciating the beauty of everyday life\, things that might be overlooked. As purveyors of rust and decay we appreciate the perseverance and beauty of “life after humans” as cars and equipment falls apart and succumbs to oxidation and decay. Wabi-Sabi teaches us to find beauty in everyday life. It is a kind of anti-aesthetic\, an alternative to the dominating discriminatory ideas we hold about beauty. “Wabi means a beauty of elegant imperfection. Sabi means aloneness. Together\, they suggest the beauty of ‘the withered\, weathered\, tarnished\, scarred\, intimate\, coarse\, earthly\, evanescent\, tentative\, ephemeral.’ ~ Crispin Sartwell\, Six Names of Beauty. It is a way of honoring that everything is impermanent\, and we are always in a state of both becoming and falling away. It is used to describe a particular philosophy that beauty can be found in the old\, the everyday\, the imperfect. Wabi Sabi applies to more than nature and the seasons of change and decay\, but it also to the “Life after Humans” arena or UrbEx (urban exploration). As a side note\, the term Wabi Sabi can also be part of the social movement of embracing imperfection of your physical traits as a human being\, especially with respect to self-perception and celebrating imperfection in a society that encourages people to be perfect and pressures people to be flawless.  \n\n\n\nBio\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLisa Cuchara\, PhD — OM SYSTEM Ambassador\, Seeker of Light\, Time\, Pixels\, and Creativity.In a world that rushes by in blinks and heartbeats\, Lisa Cuchara slows time with her lens. A Master Craftsman\, a Master of Artistry\, and a Master of Photography (PPA)\, she weaves wonder from pixels and light\, balancing science and soul as only a true alchemist of imagery can. With a heart tuned to nature’s quiet chorus\, Lisa sees beyond the obvious — catching the iridescent flutter of a hummingbird’s wing\, the secret stillness of dew-kissed flowers\, the noble decay of forgotten places. Birds and blossoms\, rusty relics\, frogs with stories in their eyes — all become muses for her storytelling soul. Whether in the hush of a forest or the echo of an abandoned space\, she doesn’t just catpure photographs of what things looks like — she captures what they feels like. A fieldwork sage and a digital darkroom poet\, Lisa transforms ordinary moments into storytelling landscapes. Photography\, for her\, is mindfulness in motion — a way to inhale the world slowly and exhale its beauty through art. Her eyes catch what others miss; her camera remembers what time forgets.Alongside her husband Tom\, a fellow kindred creative spirit she met through photography\, Lisa co-runs a studio sanctuary in Hamden\, CT. Together they teach light painting\, macro\, still life\, flowers\, and the magic of post-processing — blending technique with imagination\, offering not just instruction but inspiration. Their work has graced galleries\, calendars\, magazines like Wild Bird\, ABA Birding magazine\, Birder’s World\, and Adirondack Life\, and even the cover of a novel. Their books — Create Fine Art Photographs from Historic Places and Rusty Things and The Frog Whisperer — celebrate both texture and tenderness in photography\, urging readers to see the world as a canvas of marvels. Lisa and Tom are tireless educators and generous mentors\, presenting across the globe in person and online. Their motto — “Creativity is contagious\, pass it on” — speaks to their mission to spark joy\, curiosity\, and vision in others. Subscribe to their YouTube channel\, sign up for photo tips and photo event announcements\, and explore more offerings at www.LisaTom.Photos. So whether you’re looking to capture the shimmer of a dragonfly’s wing\, the fleeting movement of a bird catching a fish\, or master the mysteries of light and shadow\, Lisa welcomes you to a journey where creativity blooms and pixels dance. Because when you learn to see the unseen — like Lisa — every day becomes a work of art.
URL:https://nvps.org/home/event/programs-zoom-wabi-sabi-with-lisa-cuchara/
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SUMMARY:Education & Training (In Person):  Five Minutes to Better Photos with Jeff Hancock
DESCRIPTION:Jeff Hancock\n\n\n\nBio\n\n\n\nJeff Hancock has been a detachable lens photographer since 1987. His first professional gig was for a Surfer in Hawaii who paid him $20 for a roll of film\, and he’s been underpaid ever since. He’s now the official photographer for the Office of Historic Alexandria\, The Mike O’Meara Show Podcast\, Die Laughing Productions\, and Dangerboy\, a rock and roll cover band.   \n\n\n\nNone of this pays enough for him to quit his day job in Data Visualization. He photographs everything in front of him that looks interesting and sometimes seeks out interesting things to stand in front of to make photographs. He’s been a member of NVPS since 2007.   \n\n\n\nYou can see his work\, paid and otherwise\, at https://www.jeffhancockphotography.com/. \n\n\n\nDescription\n\n\n\nDo you spend too much time editing your images?  Would you like to get great (ok\, acceptable) results in five minutes or less per photo? Come to NVPS on Tuesday\, October 14th\, to see how Jeff makes the magic happen. Send in some RAW\, unprocessed images.  Jeff will import them into Lightroom (explaining his workflow process while he does it) and will edit them with Lightroom and Topaz Photo AI (where necessary). Jeff has to process hundreds of event photos\, and he usually finishes editing them the next day. He’s not crafting each one into art\, but they are usually much better than they were straight out of the camera. Time is money when you’re getting paid a flat fee\, so the less time you spend processing photos\, the higher your hourly rate. Even if you don’t need to edit hundreds of photos\, saving time processing will give you time to shoot more photos. \n\n\n\nTo Submit Photos\n\n\n\nIf you have some images that you would like Jeff to edit during the October 14 session\, please submit RAW out–of–the camera images (no jpegs) no later than October 14 at 4 PM (yes\, the day of the event!) by following the instructions at NVPS Dropbox.  Dropbox will ask for your name and an email address.  The email address will be used to notify you that the upload of your file was successful.  Though we can not configure Dropbox to refrain from asking for your email address\, it appears Dropbox does not validate email addresses.  \n\n\n\nNote that Jeff might not be able to get to all the submitted images. \n\n\n\nPhotos taken by Jeff Hancock:
URL:https://nvps.org/home/event/education-training-in-person-five-minutes-to-better-photos-with-jeff-hancock/
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SUMMARY:Competition:  (Zoom - Digital) No Theme with Judge Anja Hitzenberger
DESCRIPTION:Anja Hitzenberger\n\n\n\nBio\n\n\n\nAnja Hitzenberger is a photographer\, filmmaker\, consultant\, and educator. She is the founder of StrudelmediaLive\, an educational platform that offers live online photography classes and more to people around the world. Anja studied in the Creative Practice full–time program at the International Center of Photography (ICP) in New York City and has been on the faculty there since 2009. She is dedicated to working with people from different cultures across the globe. \n\n\n\nHer work has been exhibited in solo and group shows\, film festivals\, and on theater stages throughout Europe\, the United States\, South America\, and Asia. Her photography has been published internationally\, and is a part of both private and institutional collections\, including the International Center of Photography. She has received numerous artistic grants\, and has been awarded residencies in Rome\, Paris\, Warsaw\, Beijing\, and Tainan (Taiwan). A focus of her activities has been working with live performance\, including producing a multimedia piece that toured in New York City\, Austria\, and Korea. \n\n\n\nAnja has been teaching live online photography classes since 2015\, as well as in–person workshops at organizations in New York\, Europe\, China\, and Taiwan\, including C/O Berlin\, Three Shadows (Beijing)\, Westlicht Museum (Vienna)\, and FJUM (Forum for Journalism and Media–Vienna). Originally from Salzburg\, Austria\, she divides her time between New York and Vienna. \n\n\n\nYou can see examples of Anja’s work at Anja Hitzenberger Photography.
URL:https://nvps.org/home/event/competition-zoom-digital-no-theme-with-judge-anja-hitzenberger/
CATEGORIES:Activities,Competitions
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SUMMARY:Field Trip:  Mason Neck State Park(VA) at Sunrise
DESCRIPTION:Updated Tue 21-Oct-2925 with new location! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNestled on a tranquil peninsula in Lorton\, Virginia\, Mason Neck State Park offers photographers a rich tapestry of natural beauty and wildlife. The park’s diverse ecosystems and scenic vistas provide endless inspiration. Whether you’re chasing the perfect wildlife shot or composing tranquil landscapes\, Mason Neck State Park invites you to explore\, create\, and connect with nature through your lens. \n\n\n\nMason Neck State Park features these and other photo opportunities: \n\n\n\n• Wetlands\, forests\, and open fields create dynamic compositions with shifting light and seasonal colors.• Belmont Bay and Kane’s Creek offer serene water reflections\, perfect for golden hour shots.• Bay View Trail is a favorite for nature walks with your camera\, offering varied terrain and intimate nature scenes.• American bald eagles are a highlight—frequent sightings make this a prime location for bird photography.• Other wildlife includes deer\, foxes\, herons\, and turtles\, often spotted along trails and waterways.• Early morning mist over the wetlands and late afternoon sun filtering through the forest canopy create magical lighting conditions.• The park’s quiet ambiance makes it ideal for contemplative\, slow-paced shooting. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n(Photo Credits: All images\, Seton Droppers) \n\n\n\nThe Mason Neck Park description is available on the Virginia State Parks web site – Mason Neck State Park \n\n\n\nEquipment:\n\n\n\n\nYour camera and your standard “walk-about” lens\n\n\n\nA wide-angle lens may be useful\n\n\n\nA long telephoto if you plan on wildlife photography\n\n\n\nSturdy tripod and remote release for longer exposures\, if desired\n\n\n\nSturdy shoes for walking the various trails\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nOther Inspiration:\n\n\n\n\nNVPS Field Trip to Mason Neck State Park\, 2013: Mason Neck – January 2013 – Northern Virginia Photographic Society\n\n\n\nMason Neck State Park Photo Gallery: Mason Neck SP | Flickr\n\n\n\n\nWhen:\n\n\n\nSunday October 26\, 2025\, 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM. (Rain date is Saturday\, October 25\, 2025) \n\n\n\nSunrise is at 7:30 AM. Park gates open at 7:00 AM. During a pre-field trip check the gates were not open until 7:00 AM and there was no convenient parking near the gates to wait for the gates to open. \n\n\n\nWhere:\n\n\n\nMason Neck State Park \n\n\n\n7301 High Point Rd.\, Lorton\, VA 22079 \n\n\n\nThere is a $10.00 parking fee to Mason Neck State Park\, payable at the contact station (use the self-pay envelope provided at the contact station). You may also enter if you have a current annual pass. \n\n\n\nWe will meet in the parking lot of the Picnic ground. This provides access to the Bayview trail\, with views across a small bay and around a large marsh. You can also easily walk from the picnic parking area to the visitor center (which will be closed this early in the morning) and access other trails. \n\n\n\nYou may wish to review and print the PDF map available on the Mason Neck State Park web site (above). \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAfter Field Trip Snacks:\n\n\n\nPanera Bread\, 9402 Lorton Market St\, Lorton\, VA 22079 \n\n\n\nNOTE: from Lorton Market ST\, heading toward Lorton Road is ONLY available via the “Carwash” entrance. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSeton Droppers and Christopher Fedorchak \n\n\n\nField Trip Coordinators 2025-2026
URL:https://nvps.org/home/event/field-trip-mason-neck-state-parkva-at-sunrise/
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SUMMARY:Member's Gallery (In Person) (Print) - Sports Action Photography with Gary Rubin
DESCRIPTION:Bio/Description:  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGary Rubin’s photography journey began in middle school with his dad’s Minolta SRT-101. He shot primarily black-and-white film through high school and into college\, where he was a photographer and photo editor for his college yearbook. He set photography aside for a few years after college and made the move to digital photography about 20 years ago to document and share his kids’ activities and adventures with family members. About 10 years ago\, Gary began to return to photography as a hobby\, shooting wherever family activities and vacations took him. He started getting more serious about sports photography thanks to his kids’ involvement in a variety of sports. He found in particular that watching his son’s wrestling matches through a DSLR eyepiece provided emotional distance and made the matches much less stressful. While he continues to shoot a variety of subjects and genres\, the vast majority of his shutter clicks are spent capturing sports. \n\n\n\nGary is currently a freelance and volunteer sports action photographer. He can often be found at Falls Church High School\, where he volunteers on behalf of the Athletic Boosters and also provides sports action photos for sale as team fundraisers. A highlight of his sports photography experience was being classified as a staff member during the post-COVID return to sports when spectators were still unable to attend games. During those shortened seasons he photographed every sport at FCHS and allowed the Boosters to provide parents and family members with images of their athletes competing. Gary’s preferred style is to shoot and crop tight to give viewers a feeling of being in the midst of the action and to provide a perspective that can’t be seen from the bleachers. He primarily shoots on a Nikon Z6iii and D5. His current favorite lens is a Sigma 120-300mm f/2.8. He is a 2nd-year member of NVPS.   \n\n\n\nThe photos selected for this Members’ Gallery span a variety of sports and are representative of Gary’s style\, bringing the audience into the action while balancing peak-of-action with story-telling and emotion. More of Gary’s sports photography can be seen at www.grsportsphotography.com.
URL:https://nvps.org/home/event/members-gallery-in-person-print-sports-action-photography-with-gary-rubin/
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SUMMARY:Member’s Forum: (In Person) Creative Ways to Enhance Ordinary Photos With Ed Marion
DESCRIPTION:Ed hopes you will enjoy a presentation on “Creative Ways to Enhance Ordinary Photos\,” sharing these discoveries and inviting others to see the extraordinary potential in everyday photography.    \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMedical Photographer   \n\n\n\nDuring his 45-year medical career\, Ed Marion consistently used photography documenting patient records and preparing visual materials for teaching purposes. Prior to the advent of YouTube and digital cameras\, he developed expertise in efficiently setting up 35 mm slide cameras and adapting to challenging lighting conditions presented by microscopes\, endoscopes\, and otoscopes\, utilizing a range of film cameras. \n\n\n\nTransition to Creativity After Retirement \n\n\n\nAfter retiring in 2012\, an entirely new skill set became necessary. This period marked a journey into exploring and discovering imaginative approaches to building composites and abstracts. \n\n\n\nA New Artistic Direction \n\n\n\nThe pursuit of creative techniques led to the development of innovative ways to transform ordinary photos. Emphasis was placed on finding fresh perspectives and methods to enhance images beyond their original form.
URL:https://nvps.org/home/event/members-forum-in-person-creative-ways-to-enhance-ordinary-photos-with-ed-marion/
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SUMMARY:Member's Gallery (In Person) (Digital) - Flowers and Gardens with Joan Barker
DESCRIPTION:Description:\n\n\n\nJoan Barker\n\n\n\nJoan Barker offers a kaleidoscope of her time with flowers in the last three years. She shares a wonderful adventure of beauty. \n\n\n\nBio:\n\n\n\nJoan joined NVPS in 2015.   \n\n\n\nAlthough she has always enjoyed photographing family and places she visited\, she was not sure that she would enjoy being a part of a photography club. Joan was using a point and shoot camera at the time and knew nothing about F stop\, Shutter Speed\, or ISO.  Needless to say Joan has learned a lot in the past 10 years and now shoots with the mirrorless Fuji X-T3. \n\n\n\nShe enjoys shooting landscapes\, flowers\, and abstracts. She loves doing post processing on the computer as it encourages her creative juices. Four years ago she joined St. Stephens United Methodist Church’s photography ministry enabling her to branch out in photography as well as offering assistance in documenting happenings at the church.  \n\n\n\nJoan was an educator and taught elementary school before her children were born. After kids\, she chose part time teaching and eventually administration in Early Childhood.  \n\n\n\nYes\, Joan is happy she joined NVPS as the group has inspired her to try new techniques and enabled her to enjoy the works of so many excellent photographers. \n\n\n\nPhotos taken by Joan Barker:
URL:https://nvps.org/home/event/members-gallery-in-person-digital-flowers-and-gardens-with-joan-barker/
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