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SUMMARY:Education & Training: (In-Person) Here Comes the Judge with Stan Bysshe
DESCRIPTION:Stan Bysshe will offer thoughts on selecting and processing images that you are considering for entry in competitions and illustrate those ideas by working on some anonymous images submitted by club members. \n\n\n\nLike most NVPS members\, Stan has entered countless photo competitions and has had numerous favorite images shot down by judges.  It is important to pay attention to detail when taking a photo and processing it.  But it is also important to remember the reason why you took the photo and what it was that caught your eye; did you successfully convey that vision to the viewer?   \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nIf you have an image that you would like Stan to anonymously review\, please send a RAW out-of-the camera file no later than October 1. A separate email with upload instructions will be sent to members.  Note that he might not be able to get to all the submitted images. \n\n\n\nBio: \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nStan’s photographic journey started in the 1960s with a hand-me-down Nikkormat.  But because of his love for scuba diving and marine tropical reef ecology\, his equipment and images became dedicated too underwater nature.  By 2010 it was time to hang up the scuba gear and when he joined NVPS\, Stan was exposed to a whole new world of land-based photography.  Still nature remained a driving force behind his images.  Since joining the club\, Stan has “volunteered” for Field Trips (twice)\, Competitions\, and Mentoring and is a past President.  For the past decade he has helped lead photo tours in Washington State\, Alaska\, Yellowstone National Park\, New Mexico\, and Florida.  
URL:https://nvps.org/home/event/education-training-in-person-here-comes-the-judge-with-stan-bysshe/
CATEGORIES:Activities,Education & Training
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SUMMARY:Member's Forum: (In-Person) - Sitka Alaska for Bubble Netting Whales with Ginger Werz-Petricka
DESCRIPTION:Ginger will talk about her two trips to Sitka Alaska to photograph humpback whales practicing bubble netting to feed on the herring that gather along the coast of Baranof Island each year in March to spawn.  She will talk about the logistics of photographing the whales\, other wildlife opportunities in the area for that time of year\, the human fishing industry\, and the beautiful landscapes of the area. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nBIO:  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGinger joined NVPS in 2009 at a point in her life when she really needed to find a creative outlet.  She has been interested in photography since high school after receiving a Minolta SRT-101 for Christmas.  Her first DSLR was a Canon 6D that she still loves\, but for travel in particular the weight has become a problem.  Today she carries two Olympus mirrorless bodies\, the OMD mark 11 and the OM-1. \n\n\n\n“One of the first questions I always seem to get is ‘What kind of photography do you do?’    My answer is ‘all kinds’.  Any subject is fair game if it’s interesting to me.  That said\, and as much as I love all kinds of wildlife\, I just started seeking out animals as my subjects a few years ago…and I’m still not a bird photographer.  I greatly admire all my friends in NVPS who take such amazing wildlife shots.  I think it’s been seeing your images through the years that opened my up to giving it a try.  Now\, I’d be willing to go to Sitka every year to see the whales.”
URL:https://nvps.org/home/event/members-forum-in-person-ginger-werz-petricka-sitka-alaska-for-bubble-netting-whales/
CATEGORIES:Activities,Member's Forum
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SUMMARY:Member’s Gallery: (In-Person) (Digital) Wildlife\, Landscape\, Macro: My Photo Journey with Nancy Galib
DESCRIPTION:I’ve been taking photographs for most of my life\, but much more so in the past 7 or so years.  I started out with a Kodak Instamatic camera when I was a teenager\, and moved on to a rangefinder\, and then an SLR during the film-only era.  But digital photography and post-production tools were game changers.  It’s so much easier to experiment without the expenses of getting rolls of film developed.  My photography really took off after a photo trip to Alaska in the winter of 2017\, when I learned about shooting raw files and post-processing with Lightroom and Photoshop. I love the creativity that it gives me to convey what I feel. I’ve taken several photography trips since then — to places like Yellowstone\, the Southwest\, and most recently Botswana.  Each trip brings new skills\, new ways of seeing the world around me\, and new friends.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMy photography doesn’t yet have a particular style\, and I am not drawn to one particular genre. I see photography as a journey of learning\, seeing\, and connecting with the world around me. My photos encompass wildlife\, landscape\, macro\, abstract\, and everything in between.  The wildlife photos will be primarily of the incredible birds and animals I saw along the Chobe River and in the Okavango Delta last fall\, but will also include birds and animals a little closer to home.  I was captivated by the colors and patterns in Alaska and U.S. national parks\, and my landscape photos from these places will include both beautiful mountain scenery as well as the abstract patterns I saw around me.  Flowers and insects will make up most of the macro images\, many of which were taken in my neighborhood or in local parks.  \n\n\n\nI look forward to continuing this journey!
URL:https://nvps.org/home/event/members-gallery-in-person-digital-wildlife-landscape-macro-my-photo-journey-with-nancy-galib/
CATEGORIES:Activities,Member's Gallery
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SUMMARY:Members’ Gallery - (In-Person) (Print):  The Fun of Handmade Books with Tana Ebbole 
DESCRIPTION:We seldom think of making  our own photography books from scratch.  It is wonderful to be able to make a book with an online company and get back a lovely final product. \n\n\n\nBut leaning and making your own by hand is also fun and fascinating. It allows the photographer to have complete control over the entire process.  This opens many possibilities for various types and styles.  As well as having choices of the binding materials and designs.  Not to mention the paper used for the images to be displayed upon. \n\n\n\nI’m not an expert but have enjoyed taking classes and making several books.  \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGaetana (Tana) Ebbole\, an Arlingtonbased photographer\, seeks interesting flowers\, plants\, landscapes\, architecture and interior scenes to photograph.  She finds the solitude and peace of being outside in nature\, interesting architecture or working in her ad hoc studio help her to achieve total focus and a place of total enjoyment.  Her goal is to capture an image in such a way that others will be excited and touched as she was by what she saw in that moment. She finds the creative process of finding the scenes to capture through producing a printed image fascinating.  Her interests include landscapes\, flora\, rural and urban settings\, and scenes created in her ad hoc studio.   \n\n\n\nShe has been selected in juried national\, regional and local competitions and is a member of NVPS and the Art League’s Gallery 75. \n\n\n\nAll images are printed with archival ink on archival paper. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nWebsite: Tanaebbolephotography.com \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nInstagram: TanaEbbole
URL:https://nvps.org/home/event/members-gallery-in-person-print-the-fun-of-handmade-books-with-tana-ebbole/
CATEGORIES:Activities,Member's Gallery
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SUMMARY:Field Trip: National Capital Trolley Museum
DESCRIPTION:In October we’re visiting the National Capital Trolley Museum where we can photograph streetcars from DC and other cities.  At the visitor center we can see exhibits and presentations on the streetcar system as well as board an historic streetcar for a ride around a one mile track.  And of course we can photograph the many streetcars – from six different nations – on display.   \n\n\n\nMore information about the Trolley Museum can be found here: https://www.dctrolley.org \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhen:Saturday October 19\, 2024 from 11:45 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.  (the museum is open from 12 – 5 p.m. on Saturdays\, so feel free to stay late) \n\n\n\nNo rain date \n\n\n\nWhere: \n\n\n\n1313 Bonifant RoadColesville\, MD 20905(301) 384-6352 \n\n\n\nNational Capital Trolley Museum \n\n\n\nEquipment and Notes: \n\n\n\nA 24-70mm lens and a wide angle lens are both good choices for the streetcars\, details and streetcar tracks.   \n\n\n\nAdmission to the museum is $12 ($10 for seniors and those under 18).  The museum strongly recommends purchasing tickets online (the website shows 30 tickets are sold online for each date) but says that walk-ins are welcome.     \n\n\n\nTickets can be purchased here:  https://www.etix.com/ticket/mvc/online/upcomingEvents/venue?venue_id=16854&orderBy=1&pageNumber=2 \n\n\n\nThere is free parking for visitors\, and it is also a ten minute ride from the Glenmont Metro station (red line).   \n\n\n\nWe hope you can join us!Rena Schild and Steven GlintzField Trip Coordinators 2024-2025
URL:https://nvps.org/home/event/field-trip-national-capital-trolley-museum/
CATEGORIES:Activities,Field Trips
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SUMMARY:Competition: (Zoom) - No Theme with Judge Samantha Stephens
DESCRIPTION:Samantha Stephens is a biologist–turned–photographer for science and conservation. She uses visual storytelling to communicate scientific research\, \n\n\n\nespecially when that research is relevant to conservation issues. Through her work she hopes to foster appreciation for the natural world and the work that helps us understand and protect our shared home. \n\n\n\nSamantha is a graduate of the Environmental Visual Communication program offered by the Royal Ontario Museum and Fleming College. She is a National Geographic Explorer\, an Emerging League Member of the International League of Conservation Photographers\, and a Girls Who Click Ambassador. Her work has appeared in bioGraphic\, National Wildlife Magazine\, National Geographic\, and Photo Life Magazine. Samantha currently spends most of her \n\n\n\ntime in Algonquin Provincial Park (Ontario\, Canada)\, where she documents various wildlife research projects at the Algonquin Wildlife Research Station.
URL:https://nvps.org/home/event/competition-zoom-no-theme-with-judge-samantha-stephens/
CATEGORIES:Activities,Competitions
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SUMMARY:Education & Training: (In-Person) - Bring Your Camera and Prints
DESCRIPTION:Mixing things up a bit\, our regular Education and Training meeting on October 8 will be an in-person\, “Bring Your Camera and Prints” meeting at the firehouse.  Let’s do shots! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNow that you have printed your best images for competition\, we will start with a 10-minute presentation on matting by Bob and Willa Friedman.  After that\, it is all hands-on (deck)!  We will have mat cutters\, so bring your pints and mat board and get those prints matted and ready for competition. \n\n\n\nWe will also have several stations set up to encourage you to try something different with your camera\, including bringing out the texture in common items (e.g.\, fossils\, corks\, fabrics\, and shells) and photographing water in motion.  If you have something that you think others in the club might enjoy photographing\, please bring it!  We will have lights\, but bring your flash too\, as it may come in handy. \n\n\n\nNotes: \n\n\n\nDuring the 5th Tuesday Education and Training meeting on October 29\, Stan Bysshe will offer thoughts on selecting and processing images that you are considering for entry in competitions and illustrate those ideas by working on some anonymous images submitted by club members.  If you have an image that you would like Stan to anonymously review\, please send a RAW out-of-the camera file no later than October 1.  A separate email with instructions will be sent to members. Note that he might not be able to get to all the submitted images.
URL:https://nvps.org/home/event/education-training-in-person-bring-your-camera-and-prints/
CATEGORIES:Activities,Education & Training
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SUMMARY:Program: (Zoom) - Lightroom Workflow with Nick Sinnott
DESCRIPTION:Prior to October 2023\, Lightroom was solely cloud based and I personally never used it. Now\, Lightroom can also access local files\, completely changing workflows so much that after 13 years of being a Lightroom Classic user\, I now solely use Lightroom…and loving it!  Learn my workflow and reasons why it works for me. \n\n\n\nBio: \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNick Sinnott is the Owner and Director of Chicago Photography Classes. With over a decade of experience in teaching photography\, Nick has mastered the art of guiding students of all levels to capture their creative visions. He has meticulously crafted the curriculum for numerous popular courses\, including the highly acclaimed “Drips\, Drops and Illusions Workshop\,” “Macro Photography\,” and comprehensive “Lightroom and Photoshop” classes. \n\n\n\nNick’s passion for photography extends beyond the classroom. He is an avid photographer who loves capturing the beauty of landscapes\, the excitement of sports\, the elegance of architecture\, and the intricacies of real estate.  \n\n\n\nAt home\, he cherishes documenting the everyday moments of his vibrant family life with his four children and wonderful wife. \n\n\n\nAs a recognized Calibrite Ambassador\, Nick stays at the forefront of the photography industry\, continually exploring new techniques and sharing his knowledge with a community of enthusiastic photographers. Whether you are just starting out or looking to refine your skills\, Nick’s expertise and approachable teaching style make him an invaluable resource for every photography enthusiast.
URL:https://nvps.org/home/event/program-zoom-lightroom-workflow-with-nick-sinnott/
CATEGORIES:Activities,Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240928T080000
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SUMMARY:Field Trip: The Old Town Farmers' Market
DESCRIPTION:The Old Town Farmers’ Market held in front of city hall is the oldest farmers’ market held continuously at one site in the country.  The market as well as the block around City Hall offers lots of photographic opportunities for the street and urban photographer.  Vendors will be tending to their stalls\, shoppers will be scrutinizing the wares\, and others will be out for a stroll making this area a fun and target rich environment.  There’s even more to see as you walk down King Street to the waterfront. \n\n\n\nWe’ll meet at the South East corner of the market (intersection of King St. and N.Fairfax St.) for our usual meet and greet.  We’ll explore the area around the market for a bit and then take a break at a nearby restaurant\, la Madeleine (one block to the West).  Once rested\, you’ll have a choice between venturing down to the waterfront or staying around the market.  Feel free to join the trek or stay as long as you like. \n\n\n\nOur club had a wonderful time when we last attended the market back in September 2019. \n\n\n\nhttps://nvps.smugmug.com/NVPSGallery/Field-Trips/2019-2020-Field-Trips/Old-Town-Alexandria-Sep-2019 \n\n\n\nWhere:301 King St.\, Alexandria\, VA \n\n\n\nFree underground parking is available at the Market Square Garage until 12:30pm.  Access the garage at 108 N. Fairfax St. between Cameron and King St. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAdditional parking options are outlined on the Alexandria City website.  (https://www.alexandriava.gov/sites/default/files/2022-08/OldTownParkingMap2022Update.pdf) \n\n\n\nWhen:Saturday\, September 28\, 2024 from 8a.m. – 11a.m.  (Rain date / no market: Sunday\, September 29\, 2024 from 8a.m. – 11a.m.) \n\n\n\nEquipment: \n\n\n\n\nMost subjects won’t be that far away.  Lenses around 24-70mm will provide excellent results.\n\n\n\nConsider bringing a longer lens in the range of 70-200mm if you want more candid shots from a distance\n\n\n\nDon’t forget your polarizer \n\n\n\nTripods may be helpful as a creative tool but are not necessary\n\n\n\nWear comfortable shoes\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nWe hope you can join us!Rena Schild and Steven GlintzField Trip Coordinators 2024-2025 
URL:https://nvps.org/home/event/field-trip-the-old-town-farmers-market/
CATEGORIES:Activities,Field Trips
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SUMMARY:Member’s Forum: (In-Person) - Kyoto Gardens: Tips for Fall Foliage Photography with Don Smith
DESCRIPTION:Don Smith spent his first 18 years in Omaha but has since lived in most parts of the United States and several countries in Asia and Europe. He was a journalist and taught Japanese and Korean history before taking a government job that allowed plenty of travel (and photography) opportunities. Mr. Smith first picked up a camera in grade school and dabbled in picture-taking over the years but gradually got serious about photography after buying his first DSLR in Bangkok in about 2004. He has been to Kyoto several times before but last year was his first chance to visit with a decent camera (and without small children). Don and his wife\, Tomoco\, will be heading far west into retirement in 2025. \n\n\n\nDon Smith will share suggestions on local travel and photography logistics\, and discuss his favorite autumn gardens based on a trip to Kyoto he made November 23 – December 7 2023. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMr. Smith was a Canon shooter until he found his DSLR getting heavier every year and switched to the mirrorless Fujifilm system\, and he now shoots an XH-2. He loves travel photography\, landscapes\, and everything interesting. He has benefited tremendously from the education and fellowship that NVPS offers since joining the club in 2014. He has managed to lose his files from China and Australia\, but a sampling of his work from East\, South\, and Southeast Asia; Western\, Central\, and Eastern Europe; Israel; and North America is available at https://donsmith.smugmug.com/.
URL:https://nvps.org/home/event/members-forum-in-person-kyoto-gardens-tips-for-fall-foliage-photography-with-don-smith/
CATEGORIES:Activities,Member's Forum
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SUMMARY:Member's Gallery - (In-Person): A Little Bit of Everything with Lidia Slominski
DESCRIPTION:I Am \n\n\n\nby Lidia Slominski \n\n\n\nI am a mother\, a wife\, a daughter\, \n\n\n\nDevoted to my Family. \n\n\n\nI am a speck of dust in the immensity \n\n\n\nof \n\n\n\nthe Universe. \n\n\n\nI am an artist\, a writer\, \n\n\n\nan Army professional\, loyal to my country. \n\n\n\nI am a name on an endless list. \n\n\n\nI am All\, and Nothing. \n\n\n\nI Am. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAs an artist\, I am self-taught. Art is my way to express my views of the world around me without using words. I always loved taking photos; I feel inspired every time I look around\, whether alone\, with my family or at work\, by anything and everything.  I create stories around the photographs that I take. I look at them as life scenes and use them as inspiration for my paintings. When I create photograph series\, I sometimes tell the story in a poem. My first painting was inspired by my professional mentor calling me a “tall poppy “and by childhood memories. Creating my first painting inspired a series of photographs that feature poppies.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAs far as showcasing my work\, I usually give my photographs or paintings as gifts to friends\, as a memento of a memory we share. However\, I have participated in a few events where I sold my art or raised funding for events. Most recently\, I was the featured artist of May 2023 at the Darbytown Art Studio in Fredericksburg. I also earned awards and various photography group recognitions\, such as Top Image of the Month with the NOVA Macro/Nature Photography VA – DC – MD\, January 2021 (run by Lori Lankford)\, Second Place\, two Honorable Mentions and a Merit Award at the 2022 Annual Fredericksburg Photography Show\, and most recently Second Place at the NVPS intermediate Color Monthly Competition of April 2024 (I joined NVPS in March 2024). \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nThe Window \n\n\n\nBy Lidia Slominski \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nA dark gloomy room\,  \n\n\n\nPaint peeling off the walls. \n\n\n\nOpen doors\, of closets and cabinets. \n\n\n\nEmpty now…Bearing memories of things\, \n\n\n\nAnd the people that the things belonged to. \n\n\n\nA dirty\, worn-out rug across the floor\, \n\n\n\nWith stains of times past\, and a musty odor. \n\n\n\nAn empty\, abandoned room. \n\n\n\nIn an empty\, abandoned building. \n\n\n\nCold and dark. A sanitarium\, more precisely. \n\n\n\nSuddenly\, I feel the burden. \n\n\n\nA burden of many\, that now becomes mine… \n\n\n\nOverwhelming and distant at the same time. \n\n\n\nAnd then\, I see the light seeping through. \n\n\n\nComing through a window\, \n\n\n\nThat seems blocked by a brick wall. \n\n\n\nAs I walk past the door\, the light becomes brighter.  \n\n\n\nThe brick wall is fading\, and my soul feels lighter. \n\n\n\nA feeling of hope has taken over. \n\n\n\nAnd I can go on…
URL:https://nvps.org/home/event/members-gallery-in-person-i-am-with-lidia-slominski/
CATEGORIES:Activities,Member's Gallery
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SUMMARY:Member’s Gallery (In-Person) – Prints: Dance and Architecture with Catherine Wang
DESCRIPTION:Dance and Architecture are two distinct yet profoundly interconnected subjects in photography\, each offering unique challenges and opportunities for creative expression. Capturing dance in photography involves freezing moments of fluid motion\, translating the grace\, power\, and emotion of the dance into a still image\, while Architectural photography focuses on capturing the design\, form\, and aesthetic of buildings and structures. It emphasizes lines\, shapes\, patterns\, and the relationship between different elements of the design. Can we find something in common between these two? Yes\, it’s “ART”\,  Both dance and architecture photography require a strong artistic vision. Photographers need to see beyond the obvious and capture unique perspectives that showcase their subjects in new and artistic ways. In my “Dance and Architecture” presentation\, I hope the audience will find the unique connection hidden behind the photos.  \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCatherine Wang is an International award-winning photographer based in DMV area (DC\, Maryland\, Virginia)\, specializing in still life\, architecture\, portrait and dance photography. Her work also exhibited in many countries\, such as UK\, Switzerland\, Japan etc.   \n\n\n\nWith 8 years of experience\, Catherine has developed a unique style that blends contemporary aesthetics with classic techniques.   \n\n\n\nCatherine’s journey into photography began in 2016\, when she got her first Nikon DSLR camera. Her skills took off in 2020 when COVID-19 started\, allowing her to work remotely and giving her more time to dive into photography. Her work has been featured in numerous magazines\, including Photo Vogue\, 1x.com etc.  \n\n\n\nWhen she’s not behind the camera\, Catherine enjoys reading\, teaching photography workshops and mentoring aspiring photographers. She believes in the power of photography to tell stories and evoke emotions\, and she is dedicated to pushing the boundaries of her craft. \n\n\n\nAwards: \n\n\n\nSony World Photography Awards 2024  — Overall Winner\, Alpha Female AwardsSony World Photography Awards 2023  — Shortlist\, Object categoryInternational Black & White Photography Contest 2022 — 3rd place\, Fine ArtTokyo International Foto Awards 2022 — Bronze\, Fine Art \n\n\n\nContact: \n\n\n\nWebsite: https://www.cwangphoto.com Instagram: @catherinewang.photo
URL:https://nvps.org/home/event/members-gallery-in-person-prints-dance-and-architecture-with-catherine-wang/
CATEGORIES:Activities,Member's Gallery
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SUMMARY:Competition: (Zoom) - No Theme with Judge Lisa Cuchara
DESCRIPTION: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 subjects equally intriguing. She appreciates the world around her and embraces the challenge of interpreting what her eyes see\, and her heart feels\, via her photographs. \n\n\n\nLisa met her husband Tom through photography\, and they are both very active in many local\, national\, and international photography organizations. They have a photography studio for teaching photography as well as for portraits. They have had many successful gallery exhibitions\, their work has been accepted into numerous juried exhibitions\, and their images have won awards at the local\, state\, national\, and international levels. Their photographs have appeared in Adirondack Life\, Wild Bird\, Birder’s World\, on calendar pages and covers\, and on the cover of a fictional paperback novel. They have published two books with Amherst Media— “Create Fine Art Photographs from Historic Places and Rusty Things” which is about their HDR and light painted images and “The Frog Whisperer.” \n\n\n\nThey have presented a wide variety of motivational and instructional programs in person and via zoom to many photography groups/conventions. They also teach photography and post–processing and lead photo tours. They would love to have an opportunity to inspire you with their “Creativity is contagious\, pass it on” philosophy and their “Don’t shoot what it looks like\, shoot what it feels like” approach. They love to teach\, mentor\, motivate\, and inspire\, and hope that their passion and creativity will inspire you to capture beautiful photons and manipulate pixels with impact. Check them out at PhotographyByLisaAndTom and join their email list.
URL:https://nvps.org/home/event/competition-zoom-no-theme-with-judge-lisa-cuchara/
CATEGORIES:Activities,Competitions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240910T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240910T210000
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SUMMARY:Education & Training: (In-Person) - Before You Print with Wayne Guenther
DESCRIPTION:The overwhelming volume of photographs these days are viewed digitally on a screen. You upload to social media yourself without much thought of file size (around 1000px) and resolution (72dpi) because it looks fine on the screen. If you want to print\, however\, you must consider many more things from capture to editing\, and matting and framing\, to create a digital file that will print beautifully for competition or decoration. This is a costly endeavor whether you print yourself or use a commercial service\, but the key to cost control is standardization. We will discuss how to select two or three image sizes that will scale to fit two or three standard mats and frames\, allowing for purchase of precut mats and backing\, glass\, and frame rails.  Once the event that required the print is over and if the piece is returned to you\, remove the print from the mat and reuse the mat/backing for the next requirement.  I will demonstrate how I place prints in mats and safely remove them later\, and a way to attach information about you and the print that can be removed without damaging the backing. Lastly\, I will talk about commercial printing service\, pros and cons of buying a printer\, and display different papers with the same printed image. \n\n\n\nWayne Guenther began his photography avocation in the late 1960s and became increasingly involved with Art Photography in the mid-1990s. Membership in Gallery West and the Art League (both in Alexandria) nudged him to regularly create new work and develop a style. In 2009 he was a charter member and President of the Workhouse Photography Group (Lorton) and remained active there until 2012 when he fully retired. Wayne joined NVPS in 2015. He has been accepted in many regional juried art competitions/shows over the past 25 years and has placed in numerous NVPS monthly competitions.    \n\n\n\nWayne shot with Nikon equipment for many years until the aggregate weight on his back and shoulders became problematic. He switched to the micro-four-thirds system in 2014 and uses Olympus System and Olympus lenses. His web site is www.wayneguentherphotography.com.
URL:https://nvps.org/home/event/education-training-in-person-before-you-print-with-wayne-guenther/
CATEGORIES:Activities,Education & Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240903T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240903T210000
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SUMMARY:Program: (Zoom) - Rediscover Your Creative Core with Mollie Isaacs
DESCRIPTION:Great images require more than just tripping the shutter at the right time. They come from inside of YOU – your skills\, your talents\, and your creativity. Every child is creative\, but somehow we lose some of that creativity as we grow up. This program will help you rediscover that creative child that lives within you.  \n\n\n\nMollie will help you learn how to: \n\n\n\n– become more observant and look at the world around you with fresh eyes \n\n\n\n– use Light as a creative tool \n\n\n\n– use Shutter Speeds and Camera Angles as creative tools \n\n\n\n– always be ready for the unusual or unique \n\n\n\n– make simple post-processing techniques your best friend \n\n\n\nRegardless of what you enjoy photographing – flowers\, birds\, abstracts\, wildlife\, landscapes\, macro\, or any other subjects – this program will help you be more creative in your approaches.  \n\n\n\nYou will come away with easy yet powerful techniques to help elevate your photography to a higher level\, whether you are an experienced photographer or a novice. \n\n\n\nBIO  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMollie Isaacs is a professional photographer who specializes in Nature\, Wildlife\, Flowers\, Birds\, and Abstracts. She is passionate about photography\, and loves to share that passion by teaching others. Early in her career she studied with Ansel Adams and Joyce Tenneson. She has won the Kodak Gallery Award 14 times\, considered by some to be the “Oscar” of photography. Her work is in the Permanent Collection of the International Photography Hall of Fame\, and has been exhibited at Epcot Center in Disney World\, and Grand Central Terminal in NYC. She runs Awake The Light Photo Workshops & Tours\, offers online Webinars\, and personally leads photo workshops around the country and beyond. Read more about her and see her work on www.awakethelight.com 
URL:https://nvps.org/home/event/program-zoom-rediscover-your-creative-core-with-mollie-isaacs/
CATEGORIES:Activities,Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240813T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240813T220000
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SUMMARY:Field Trip:  The Montgomery County Fair
DESCRIPTION:The Montgomery County Fair is a great end-of-summer event and club members have enjoyed it in the past.  This year we will be going on a weekday and will concentrate on the midway and rides after dark.  The fair gives us the opportunity to photograph not only the bright lights and action of the rides\, but the many carnival games\, concession stands and the people enjoying the fair\, eating the food and carrying the prizes they have won.  \n\n\n\nWe will meet just inside the main entrance at 7 p.m..  Look/walk right when you’ve passed through the main entrance for your field trip coordinators and members either standing or sitting at picnic tables.  We’ll arrive in daylight so we can survey the midway; the sun will set about an hour later.   \n\n\n\nMore information about the fair can be found here:  https://mcagfair.com \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhen:Tuesday\, August 13\, 2024 from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. \n\n\n\nWednesday\, August 14\, 2024 from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. (rain date) \n\n\n\nThe fair hours are noon to 11 p.m. so you are welcome to come early and/or stay later \n\n\n\nWhere: \n\n\n\nMontgomery County Fairgrounds.   \n\n\n\n501 Perry ParkwayGaithersburg\, MD 20877 \n\n\n\nParking and tickets: \n\n\n\nOnsite parking (which does not include fair admission) is $15 per car.  There should be plenty of parking\, but anticipate some heavy traffic as you near the fair.  Carpooling is a good option. \n\n\n\nFree parking with free shuttle service is available from (1) the Rockville Campus of Montgomery College; and (2) Lakeforest Mall.   \n\n\n\nTickets to the fair are $12 online\, $15 at the gate. \n\n\n\nEquipment and Notes: \n\n\n\n• Tripods are essential for after dark photography.  Find spots that are not heavy in pedestrian traffic to avoid patrons tripping over your gear. \n\n\n\n• Wide angle lenses (24-70mm or wider) will work great\, but you will also want to bring something with a little extra reach (70-200mm) for longer range candid photography. \n\n\n\n• Wear comfortable walking shoes. \n\n\n\n• Bring extra cash for drinks and snacks. \n\n\n\nWe hope you can join us!Rena Schild and Steven GlintzField Trip Coordinators 2023-2024 \n\n\n\nPhotographs from our 2021/2022 field trip to the fair can be seen here: https://nvps.smugmug.com/NVPSGallery/Field-Trips/2021-2022-Field-Trips/Montgomery-County-Fair
URL:https://nvps.org/home/event/field-trip-the-montgomery-county-fair/
CATEGORIES:Activities,Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240706T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240706T220000
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SUMMARY:Field Trip:  Green Springs Gardens
DESCRIPTION:We’re returning to Green Spring Gardens for our field trip in early July. Green Spring Gardens offers so much with only a fraction of the crowds. The gardens around the gazebo and the winding paths between the parking lot and the lawn will be showing their blooms. In addition to the flowers\, you will also hopefully find birds\, butterflies\, bees\, dragonflies\, and maybe even a hummingbird or two. \n\n\n\nIn the far end of the park\, you will find several garden vignettes including a children’s garden. \n\n\n\nThe lower gardens is where you will find another gazebo and two ponds where you can capture water lilies and lotus flowers towering out of the water. This area is also home to great blue and green herons. These gardens are accessible from either a paved path leading down from the parking lot or the wooded stream valley path on the far end. \n\n\n\nPeople walking the park and otherwise enjoying nature will also provide for unique photographic opportunities around the park. \n\n\n\nMore information about the park and its events can be reviewed online\, https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/greenspring \n\n\n\nWhere: \n\n\n\nGreen Spring Gardens \n\n\n\n4603 Green Spring Rd. \n\n\n\nAlexandria\, VA \n\n\n\nPlease note that while the grounds are open from dawn to dusk\, the gate to the parking lot will probably be closed when we arrive. There are two options for parking: (1) in the parking spaces on Witch Hazel Road (accessed from Braddock Rd.) leading to the parking lot; and (2) on Green Spring Road (accessed from Little River Turnpike) across from the Salvation Army. Parking is permitted there where noted from 7 a.m. on.                 \n\n\n\nWhen:Saturday\, July 6\, 2024 from 7:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.  \n\n\n\n(Rain date: Sunday\, July 7\, 2024 from 7:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.) \n\n\n\nEquipment: \n\n\n\n\nFor the flora\, lenses in the 24-70 range and macro lenses will work well.  If you have a Lensbaby or other creative lenses\, bring them out for some fun and sun.\n\n\n\nDon’t forget your polarizer\n\n\n\nTripods are helpful and permitted but not necessary\n\n\n\nFor bird photography\, bring the longest lens you have\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nNotes: \n\n\n\nWe will meet at the gazebo on the main level\, i.e.\, the level with the parking lot\, at 7:30 a.m. \n\n\n\nSunrise will be at 5:49 a.m.  If you want to start shooting before the meetup time you can return to the gazebo at 7:30 a.m. or look for us in the park.  If you arrive late and there is no one at the gazebo\, you should be able to find us:  it’s a small park. \n\n\n\nThe visitor center\, which has restrooms\, will open at 9 a.m. \n\n\n\nWe hope you can join us! \n\n\n\nRena Schild and Steven Glintz \n\n\n\nField Trip Coordinators 2023-2024
URL:https://nvps.org/home/event/field-trip-green-springs-gardens/
CATEGORIES:Activities,Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240614T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240614T210000
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SUMMARY:End-of-Year Banquet and Awards Ceremony
DESCRIPTION:Did someone say End-of-Year Banquet and Awards?! After four years of “virtual”banquets and awards\, with the last two followed by Burke Lake picnics\, we’re headingback indoors for a combined Banquet and Awards ceremony. Yea!So\, let’s celebrate our club’s 2023-2024 accomplishments. Come socialize and enjoy afantastic catered meal with fellow members. Bring your family and friends! We’llrecognize the artists who created the many wonderful competition photos of the pastyear\, and review all of the wining digital and print images. Also\, we will welcome theelected and appointed members of 20 24-2025 NVPS Board.When: Friday\, June 14\, 2024 from 6:00 to 9::00 PMSocial hour: 6:00-7:00 PM.  Hors de oeuvres\, soft drinks\, water and ice tea.Dinner: 7:00 PMChoice of steak\, salmon\, chicken carving board\, or vegetarian and vegan entrees; light desertsand coffee.Awards Presentation after dinner.Where: Dunn Loring Firehouse.  2148 Gallows Rd\, Dunn Loring\, VA 22027Tickets.Tickets are $25.00 per person (due by May 31). Please make checks payable toNorthern Virginia Photographic Society. The payment methods are: \n\n\n\n\nPay by cash or check at any Tuesday Club meeting (preferred method). For cashpayments\, please bring exact change.\n\n\n\nMail check to our Treasurer\, Tom Brett at 4216 Wynnwood Dr.\, Annandale\, VA22003\n\n\n\n\nI look forward to seeing you all at the Firehouse.Ginger Werz-PetrickaNVPS President\, 2023-2024
URL:https://nvps.org/home/event/end-of-year-banquet-and-awards-ceremony/
CATEGORIES:Activities,End-Of-Year Banquet
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240609T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240609T140000
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SUMMARY:Field Trip:  Upperville Colt & Horse Show
DESCRIPTION:This event was so much fun last year that we’re doing it again!  Please join us in the beautiful Virginia countryside for the Upperville Colt & Horse Show.  Established in 1853\, it is the oldest horse show in America. There are multiple areas of competition with beautiful horses and riders of all ages. In addition to the main attraction there are artisans and other vendors and great people-watching. And on Sunday there will be a car show with antique cars and muscle cars.  \n\n\n\nThere is pretty much something for everyone to photograph.  Food is available and there are outdoor tables at which to enjoy it. And parking and admission are free! \n\n\n\nMore information about the show can be found here: https://www.upperville.com \n\n\n\nWhen:Sunday June 9\, 2024 from 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. (Event starts at 7:30 a.m. and generally goes until late in the afternoon\, so feel free to arrive early and/or stay late.) \n\n\n\nRain date: Saturday\, June 8\, 2024 from 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. \n\n\n\nWhere: \n\n\n\nUpperville Colt & Horse Show \n\n\n\n8300 John S. Mosby Highway \n\n\n\nUpperville\, VA \n\n\n\nParking is at the far end of the showgrounds. See the map below for the parking marked as “General Admission.” There should be law enforcement on the street to direct you if needed. We will meet near Gate 2 (also marked on the map). \n\n\n\nEquipment and Notes: \n\n\n\nYou will be shooting subjects both near and far\, so either a long-range lens (28-300\, for example) or two lenses (24-70 and 70-200\, or ideally 300mm+\, for example) would serve you well. \n\n\n\n*No flash photography is permitted. \n\n\n\nIt may be hot and sunny\, so bring water and sun protection. \n\n\n\nThere are porta-potties throughout the showgrounds. \n\n\n\nHere is a map of the showgrounds:
URL:https://nvps.org/home/event/field-trip-upperville-colt-horse-show/
CATEGORIES:Activities,Field Trips
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240528T200000
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SUMMARY:Members Gallery:  (In-Person) – Digital: "People Watching" with Kirk Johnson
DESCRIPTION:Program Description \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nKirk Johnson’s presentation is titled People Watching and he will exhibit some of his favorite photographs of people he has met locally and abroad. Tonight’s presentation was influenced by James Prochnik’s recent NVPS program titled Picturing Strangers: Facing Fears\, Finding Connections\, & Having Fun. \n\n\n\nBio \n\n\n\nKirk became interested in digital photography in 2012 when he joined NVPS. He has been recognized internationally\, nationally\, and locally with a variety of photographic awards including numerous photo sun creations on CBS Sunday Morning (2021 thru 2023)\, Annual Photography Award (APA)— Honorable Mention\, International Fine Arts Photography Award (FAPA)—Nominee Award\, Great American Country (GAC)—Hunt for Americana Photo Contest\, and NVPS monthly and end–of–year competition awards. Additionally\, his photographs have been juried into the 2020 Mid–Atlantic Photo Visions competition and a People’s Choice finalist. \n\n\n\nFinally\, his photographs (photo sun mandala creations) have appeared on CBS Sunday Morning (2021 thru 2023)\, in Outdoor Photography.com\, Bliss Magazine\, twice in Shutterbug.com “Photo of the Day\,” in the Willing Warriors Retreat at Bull Run\, and in the 2020 Burke and Herbert calendar. \n\n\n\nKirk has volunteered his time in NVPS as a Member’s Forum Coordinator\, Member’s Gallery Coordinator\, Vice President for Programs\, and most recently as President. Kirk’s website is Kirk Johnson Photography. \n\n\n\nPlease take a look at Kirk’s website which can be found here:  kirkjohnsonphotography.squarespace.com \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIn Person at the Dunn Loring Firehouse
URL:https://nvps.org/home/event/members-gallery-in-person-digital-people-watching-with-kirk-johnson/
CATEGORIES:Activities,Member's Gallery
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240528T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240528T200000
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CREATED:20240301T172829Z
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SUMMARY:Members Forum: (In Person) Seeing and capturing everyday life.  My approach to street photography with Debra Mastronardi
DESCRIPTION:In her presentation\, Debra will discuss how she approaches street photography. She will discuss techniques and considerations to making a good street shot with examples and stories. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nBio \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDebra was introduced to photography by a classmate while in college\, and was instantly hooked.  She is inspired by the endless possibilities when looking through the lens.  Raised in the vibrant backdrop of New York City and fueled by her passion for travel\, she delved into various photographic genres\, ranging from cityscapes\, landscapes\, architectural  and most recently\, street photography.  She discovered she has always been a street photographer at heart but never realized that until she digitized all her photos.  Debra enjoys exploring new genres of photography and honing her street photography skills. She joined NVPS in 2021.  More of Debra’s photos can be viewed here: https://www.debramastronardi.com
URL:https://nvps.org/home/event/members-forum-seeing-and-capturing-everyday-life-my-approach-to-street-photography-with-debra-mastronardi/
CATEGORIES:Activities,Member's Forum
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240528T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240528T194500
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SUMMARY:Members Gallery:  (In Person) Bring Your Prints Day!
DESCRIPTION:We have a special event for everyone on May 28\, the last meeting of the year. Instead of one member displaying their prints (usually of a single theme and with uniform mats and/or frames)\, we invite all members to bring in up to four prints or photo projects prepared in any manner you’d like. We hope to see examples of all sizes\, decorative frame styles\, and prints on alternative materials like metal\, canvas\, acrylic\, and wood\, as well as work done for competition presentations. We’d also like to see examples of photo books and special projects like calendars\, photo cards\, mouse pads\, scarves\, and other gifts. \n\n\n\nInstructions:   Bring your printed items to the Firehouse before the meeting starts and lay them out on the tables in the back of the room at the direction of the helpers. They will assist in marking off your space and ask you to put your name on a Name Tent that will connect you to your displayed items. The meeting will start with a digital slide show and then at the break the members will be encouraged to look at the printed items\, so it would be helpful to be in the vicinity of your materials. \n\n\n\nThanks for helping to make this a Special Event! \n\n\n\nIn Person at the Dunn Loring Firehouse
URL:https://nvps.org/home/event/education-training-in-person-bring-your-prints-day/
CATEGORIES:Activities,Education & Training,Member's Gallery
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240521T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240521T210000
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SUMMARY:Portfolio Project – (In Person) Final Review\, Group 2 with Brian Zwit
DESCRIPTION:Brian Zwit\n\n\n\nThe second final review of the Portfolio Project will be held with Brian Zwit\, a frequent reviewer for NVPS Portfolio Projects. \n\n\n\nBrian Zwit\, formerly just a photographer and educator in northern Virginia\, added filmmaker to his resume during the pandemic years. While still enthralled with still photography\, he is using video to expand his storytelling options and range of subjects. \n\n\n\nWhen shooting stills\, his favorite subject is the elegance and majesty of nature\, particularly landscapes. When filmmaking\, his favorite subject turns to the human condition\, telling the unique and unusual stories of the everyday person. While having his favorite genres\, he dabbles with photographing and filming protests\, dogs\, travel adventures\, and street life. \n\n\n\nBrian has been teaching photography for more than ten years for workshop companies and non-profits\, including the Ward Museum\, Chincoteague Bay Field Station\, and camera clubs in the mid-Atlantic region. Brian is an exceptional Lightroom instructor\, and he has had more than 1\,000 students attend his Lightroom training. Brian also speaks to camera clubs\, schools\, and other organizations on the topics of creativity and photographic techniques. He is well known for his ability to distill complex topics to their essence and explain them in simple\, easy-to-understand ways. \n\n\n\nBrian’s favorite assistant is Dingo\, a Parson Russell terrier\, who really is not very helpful\, but is always ready for a walk in the woods. She also reminds him not to get too obsessed with work\, photography\, and filmmaking\, and just enjoy paying attention to her. \n\n\n\nIn Person at the Dunn Loring Firehouse
URL:https://nvps.org/home/event/portfolio-project-final-review-group-2-with-brian-zwit/
CATEGORIES:Activities,Portfolio Project
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SUMMARY:Competition with Prints:  (In Person) with Judge Tim Coburn - No Time Limit\, No Theme\, Open
DESCRIPTION:Competition Theme:  No Theme\, No Time Limit\, Open\n\n\n\nTom Coburn\n\n\n\nBio\n\n\n\nA DC native\, Tim Coburn is an accomplished photographer known for capturing the essence of his subjects. With over two decades of experience\, Tim brings his well-honed sense of style\, design\, color\, and light to every shoot. The resulting images are a testament to his skill and artistry. \n\n\n\nTim began his career as a local morning radio personality where he entertained listeners with his early morning antics. From interviewing celebrities and daring stunts\, Tim’s infectious energy and creativity continue to shine through his work. His upbeat personality and ability to bring out the best in his subjects continues to be the secret to his success. Tim’s strength lies in making his subjects feel comfortable in front of the lens\, turning every photo shoot into a collaborative experience that celebrates authenticity. \n\n\n\nTim started his photography business in the fast-paced world of fashion in New York and Miami. His portfolio highlights his versatility\, featuring A-listers like Tina Fey\, Jerry Seinfeld\, Steven Colbert\, and Nancy Pelosi.  \n\n\n\nNow based in Fairfax\, Virginia\, Tim Coburn Photography operates out of a warm\, inviting studio. Equally at home shooting elevated personal portraits to corporate branding images\, his clients run the gamut from up and coming local talent\, to Dell\, Facebook\, GM\, and Amtrak. His 5 star client reviews and professional awards speak for themselves.  \n\n\n\nOutside of the studio\, Tim is an avid skier and world traveler. He has volunteered his skills in Africa and South America\, creating image libraries for nonprofits serving local community and educational needs.  \n\n\n\ntimcoburnphoto.com \n\n\n\ndcheadshots.com \n\n\n\nIn Person at the Dunn Loring Firehouse
URL:https://nvps.org/home/event/competition-in-person-with-judge-tom-coburn-no-time-limit-no-theme-open/
CATEGORIES:Activities,Competitions
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SUMMARY:Field Trip - Fredericksburg
DESCRIPTION:Fredericksburg will be offering a wide variety of photographic opportunities on the day our visit.  We’ll start our trip with Cars and Coffee held at the Gari Melchers museum.  This is a free monthly event held on the second Saturday of each month between 8am and 10am where members of the community drive in and display their antique cars.  Admission to the Gari Melchers museum costs $12\, but you may find more subjects around the nearby grounds.  Stay as long as you like\, but consider joining us at our next stop. \n\n\n\nEven if cars aren’t your thing\, everyone is welcome to meet up a short drive away at Chatham Manor.  The Georgian-style mansion stands overlooking the Rappahannock River and the city of Fredericksburg. Even though the interior of the mansion is undergoing renovations\, the grounds of the former Union headquarters and field hospital offers today’s photographers plenty of colonial style gardens and exhibits. \n\n\n\nAs lunch approaches and if there is interest\, we can meetup in Old Town Fredericksburg for a bite to eat before heading home.  When visiting downtown\, you will find colorful storefronts and other historical hot spots including the Hugh Mercer Apothecary Shop\, the Rising Sun Tavern\, and the Mary Washington House and Gardens.  Each of these museums costs $10 to enter ($8 senior/military) individually or for $24 you can visit all of them.  Feel free to explore these resources on your own. \n\n\n\nEquipment and Notes: \n\n\n\n* This field trip should offer lots of opportunities to capture subjects with a typical mid-range lens.  Bring a longer lens if you want to capture details in people or landscapes.  A macro lens may also be particularly useful in the gardens at Chatham Manor.* Flash\, tripods\, and monopods are permitted outdoors provided they stay out of the garden beds and do not present a danger to others.* Most or our walking will involve flat gravel and paved paths.  Wear comfortable walking shoes.* Restrooms are available starting at 9am in the Chatham Manor’s Visitor Center.* Parking in downtown Fredericksburg should cost no more than $8 if you decide to go. \n\n\n\nWhen:Saturday\, May 11\, 2024 from 8:30am – 11:30am(Rain date: Sunday\, May 12\, 2024 from 8:30am – 11:30am) \n\n\n\nWhere:We’ll meet at 8:30am outside the Visitor’s Center lot at Gari Melchers Home and Studio.  You can access the facility from Washington St. which intersects with the Southbound lanes of Warrenton Rd (US Rt.17 Business). \n\n\n\nDirections:Take 95-South to exit 133A\, US Route-17 Business / Warrenton Rd. South \n\n\n\nWashington Street will be on your right in about 1.5 miles.  If you reach US Route-1\, you’ve gone too far\, turn around and make another attempt. \n\n\n\n224 Washington StreetFalmouth\, VA 22405  \n\n\n\nWe hope you can join us! Rena Schild and Steven GlintzField Trip Coordinators 2023-2024
URL:https://nvps.org/home/event/field-trip-fredericksburg/
CATEGORIES:Activities,Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240507T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240507T210000
DTSTAMP:20260411T183424
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SUMMARY:Programs: (Zoom) In Praise of Shadows with Jim Welninski
DESCRIPTION:You’ve worked hard to develop your skills. You have all the right equipment. You’ve studied all the right things and mastered all the necessary software. You’ve spent countless hours behind the camera and in front of the computer\, so you have solid technique and you’re technically proficient. \n\n\n\nYou’ve definitely put in the time\, and you absolutely know what to do. And yet\, you find that you’re still asking yourself the same old questions: \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n– Why can’t I make the photographs I want to make?  \n\n\n\n– I want my photographs to reflect my own vision and style\, but I’m not even sure I can tell you what those things are. How do I figure that out? \n\n\n\n– I know these things exist and I know they’re important because I’ve seen them in the work of other photographers. But how do I get from here to there? \n\n\n\n – Have I been wasting my time learning the wrong things?                                                                                                     \n\n\n\n  – How will I ever get to where I want to be? \n\n\n\nIf that describes you\, you can relax a bit because you’re already 80 percent of the way there. The good news is that you don’t need to learn any new skills to get that last 20 percent. You already know everything you need to know. The bad news is that you’ve crossed the border and left the reservation. You’ve entered the wilderness and are now in the realm of The Artist. You’re on your own out here\, so you need a new plan because the old rules no longer apply. In fact\, there are no rules at all in this wilderness\, so photography education can no longer provide you with the answers you need. Fortunately\, there is a well-trodden path that can lead you forward. You can begin your journey on it by pondering these questions: \n\n\n\nHow do I stop working with the camera? \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHow do I begin creating through the camera? \n\n\n\nThere is a monumental difference between these two ways of seeing and working. If the only thing you see is what’s in front of you\, then that’s all you’ll ever be able to shoot. Truly seeing your work begins long before you point a camera at anything. It begins even before your visual system is engaged. This kind of seeing is an inner act that reaches outward\, and it allows you to consciously participate in the act of creation before it even begins. There is a way to do that. It’s simple\, but it’s not easy. You’ll also have to work at it\, but it’s more than worth the effort. I didn’t find my best work. It found me. It showed up after I worked out a practical way to bring my brain and my heart together. That was the key to unlocking it. Join me and I’ll show you how I did it.Then I’ll show you how to do it yourself.Jim Welninski  \n\n\n\nBio: \n\n\n\nJim has been a working artist for more than 50 years. Thousands of photographers from all over the world have studied his courses and teaching\, and he’s run lots of workshops in both the US and UK. He’s been told that his international award-winning photographs are instantly recognizable as being his. Some of his students will even tell you that he’s responsible for both the amazing work they make and for their general craziness. His response to all of that is\, “I’m just a guy with a camera and a guitar\, and this is just my work. Your photographs are your own. You made them\, not me. And if you think you’re crazy\, welcome home. ” \n\n\n\nHe lives in Chicago with his wife\, Liz. Their cat Maddy allows them to serve her
URL:https://nvps.org/home/event/programs-zoom-in-praise-of-shadows-with-jim-welninski/
CATEGORIES:Activities,Programs
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SUMMARY:Education & Training:  (Zoom) Post-Processing "Your" Photo with Gary Perlow
DESCRIPTION:Do you have a photograph that you just can’t figure out how to post-process to bring out the image that inspired you to push the shutter? We’ll have a chance at the April 30 meeting to see how to use Photoshop and Adobe Camera Raw to bring out the best in your photographs! Gary Perlow\, one of the club’s most experienced photographers\, will take several photographs and walk through the process he’d follow in post-processing. We need your photographs\, and your thoughts on what the photos need.  \n\n\n\nBy April 24\, please submit your photos\, in camera RAW format\, to a special NVPS Dropbox folder. \n\n\n\nSee the upload instructions for the Dropbox folder in the NVPS eBlast sent April 19 at 4:58 PM with the subject “NVPS: Members’ Galleries and Forum\, Willing Warriors\, Special E&T.”  \n\n\n\nThen please send a short message to Jim McDermott (see email address below)\, describing what caught your eye and inspired the photograph\, and what you’d like to handle in post. (We’ll be using RAW images since a lot of processing is “baked into” JPG files\, limiting what changes are possible.) Any type of photography will be welcome – we’d really like to see some portraits\, though!If you have questions or if you encounter problems uploading images\, please contact Jim McDermott at the NVPS Education & Training email address. The NVPS E&T email address is available on the password-protected Board Contacts page under “Education & Training.”   \n\n\n\nOn Zoom.
URL:https://nvps.org/home/event/education-training-in-person-post-processing-your-photo-with-gary-perlow-2/
CATEGORIES:Activities,Education & Training
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SUMMARY:Member's Forum: (In Person) Focusing On Nature with  James Fatemi
DESCRIPTION: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 improved and learned over time and how you can too. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nBio: \n\n\n\nJames has four years of experience in photography starting in middle school and has won multiple national awards at a youth level. He is a youth nature photographer based in Northern Virginia\, and is currently in high school.  He specialize in bird photography and is often tries to find uncommon angles to show off common subjects. 
URL:https://nvps.org/home/event/members-forum-in-person-focusing-on-nature-with-james-fatemi/
CATEGORIES:Activities,Member's Forum
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SUMMARY:Member's Gallery (In Person) (Virtual): The Magic of Hummingbirds with Ilenia Alvarez
DESCRIPTION: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 and mesmerizing world of bird photography. \n\n\n\nIn her latest collection\, Ilenia invites viewers to witness the enchanting world of hummingbirds up close. From the vibrant hues of their plumage to the fleeting elegance of their flight\, each photograph is a testament to her dedication to capturing the extraordinary in the seemingly ordinary. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin Ilenia on this captivating visual journey and experience the magic of hummingbirds through her lens. Explore her portfolio and immerse yourself in the captivating world of avian photography. \n\n\n\nIlenia joined NVPS in 2018. In the 2019-2020 club year\, Ilenia was awarded Digital Photographer of the Year in the Novice category. In the 2022-2023 club year\, Ilenia was awarded Color Digital Intermediate Photographer of the Year.  \n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\nYou are welcome to check more of Ilenia’s photography here:  \n\n\n\n www.ilenia-photography.com
URL:https://nvps.org/home/event/members-gallery-in-person-virtual-the-magic-of-hummingbirds-with-ilenia-alvarez/
CATEGORIES:Activities,Member's Gallery
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SUMMARY:Member's Gallery (Print) (In Person) - "Images:  Real and Imagined" with Gary Perlow
DESCRIPTION: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. \n\n\n\nHe started taking photographs of his daughter’s sporting events about 12 years ago\, and discovered that post-processing the images provided a welcome creative outlet.  Then and today\, he has never stopped being an ardent student of Photoshop.  Its potential never ceases to amaze.  \n\n\n\nHe received the Best in Show award at Nature Visions in 2019\, Best in Show (Photo Art Division) at Mid-Atlantic Photo Visions in 2022\, and the Ollie Fife Award in 2022 from the NVPS.  His photographs of Civil War battlefields have appeared in Hallowed Ground\, a publication of the American Battlefield Trust. \n\n\n\nHis other hobby is powerlifting where he has competed nationally – but due to aches and pains\, no longer competes. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIn Person at the Dunn Loring Firehouse
URL:https://nvps.org/home/event/members-gallery-print-in-person-various-images-with-gary-perlow/
CATEGORIES:Activities,Member's Gallery
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