Field Trip: Fireworks & Old Town at Night
Want to enjoy shooting fireworks without fighting crowds or heat? This field trip will give you that opportunity. Every Saturday through the end of the year there is a fireworks show at National Harbor. The show, which begins at 5:30 p.m., lasts 5-10 minutes, and will give all levels of fireworks photographers a chance to […]
Competition: (Zoom) Theme – Motion with Judge Deborah Loeb Bohren
The offspring of two photographers, I’m convinced my passion for photography is imprinted on my DNA and I can’t remember when photography wasn’t a part of my life. For me, the essence of photography is the art and science of painting with light. I wield my camera like a paintbrush and think of my work as visual […]
Program – (Zoom) Celebrating Wildlife and Photographing for Impact with Kristi Odom
Description: Join Nikon Ambassador, Kristi Odom, as she takes you on a journey around the world exploring wildlife and into the cosmic expanse beyond, not just learning about wildlife and wildspaces, but with expert tips on how to create impactful visuals that celebrate our planet and wildlife. Photography is a tool to unlock the secret […]
Education & Training: (In Person) Storytelling in Portrait Photography with Catherine Wang
Description: Storytelling in portrait photography is the art of conveying a narrative or emotion through a single image. It involves capturing more than just the subject's appearance--using expressions, body language, environment, lighting, and props to create a deeper meaningful connection. Each element in the photograph works together to evoke a sense of story, inviting the […]
Competition – (Zoom): No Theme with Judge Mary Louise Ravese
Mary Louise is founder and owner of Bella Vista Photography in Raleigh, NC. For over 25 years, Mary Louise has specialized in photography from locations across the U.S. and throughout the world. Her favorite subject matter includes country landscapes, nature close-ups, interesting architectural details and abstracts. She draws inspiration from a variety of visual arts […]
Field Trip: U.S. Botanical Garden
NVPS January 2025 Field Trip In January, NVPS will visit the tropical conditions inside the U.S. Botanical Garden located at the foot of Capital Hill on Independence Ave. Exhibits at the Garden range from roses to orchids, the rain forest of the Mid-Atlantic, endangered plants and the latest in home gardening. The indoor galleries display […]
Member’s Gallery (In Person): Laos Through My Lens with Didem Lenz
Description: This presentation features photographs captured in Laos between 2012 and 2014, offering a glimpse into the charm of this Buddhist nation in Southeast Asia. Known historically as the "Land of a Thousand Elephants," Laos is celebrated for its breathtaking natural landscapes, warm-hearted people, and flavorful cuisine. Life here unfolds with a calm simplicity, where […]
Member’s Gallery (In-Person): Historic Cape May, New Jersey with Janice Kane
Cape May, New Jersey is a quaint, historic town located at the southern tip of New Jersey. It was founded in 1609, originallyas hunting grounds. It soon became a hub for the East Coast whaling industry. In 1761, it became the first seashore resort in our country. After a fire swept through the town in the late 1800’s, new buildings were constructed in the “modern” Victorian Style. It […]
Member’s Forum: (In-Person) – Planes, Trains, and Automobiles (but mostly Planes) with Jeff Hancock
Enjoy an evening of tips, tricks, and photography as Jeff Hancock shares his love for transportation options enjoyed by John Candy and Steve Martin in the 1987 comedy. Don’t worry, you won’t miss any holidays with your family as we visit airshows, train museums, drift events, and more. Jeff Hancock has been a detachable lens […]
Program – (Zoom) Diptychs and Triptychs with Kai McBride
Description: There is something deceptively simple about the creation of a diptych: just put any two photographs next to each other. Add a third photograph and you can call it a triptych. But is that all there is? If you take one photograph and cut it into three parts and present it together, is that […]