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SUMMARY:Competition: (Zoom) No Theme with Lisa Cuchara
DESCRIPTION:Bio\n\n\n\nLisa Cuchara\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\, Master of Artistry\, and 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. \n\n\n\nWith an eye tuned to nature’s quiet beauty\, Lisa finds inspiration in birds\, blossoms\, frogs\, and rusty relics — ordinary things transformed into extraordinary stories through her lens. Whether in the field or the digital darkroom\, her photography is mindfulness in motion — a way to be fully present and to turn fleeting scenes into lasting art. \n\n\n\nLisa and her husband Tom\, a fellow photographer and creative spirit\, co-run a photography studio in Hamden\, CT. Together\, they teach light painting\, macro\, still life\, flower photography\, and post-processing techniques that blend craft with imagination. Their work has been featured in galleries\, on book covers\, and in magazines like Wild Bird\, ABA Birding\, Birder’s World\, and Adirondack Life. \n\n\n\nTheir books — The Frog Whisperer and Create Fine Art Photographs from Historic Places and Rusty Things — celebrate the charm of texture and the beauty of the overlooked. As educators and mentors\, Lisa and Tom share their passion both online and in person\, sparking creativity and vision wherever they go. Their motto? “Creativity is contagious — pass it on.” \n\n\n\nExplore their work\, classes\, events\, and more at www.LisaTom.Photos\, and follow them on Instagram @LisaTom.photos. Learn not just to photograph what it looks like — but what it feels like.
URL:https://nvps.org/home/event/competition-zoom-no-theme-with-lisa-cuchara/
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SUMMARY:Field Trip:  Black Hill Regional Park
DESCRIPTION:NVPS September 2026 Field Trip \n\n\n\nBlack Hill Regional Park \n\n\n\nBlack Hill Regional Park is a Montgomery County park in Boyds\, Maryland. There are views of Little Seneca Lake. Trails provide views of the lake and provide nature and wildlife viewing. Look for scenic vistas\, forest landscapes\, wildlife\, rock and trail details\, and maybe a start of seasonal color. The park is open at Sunrise\, so early morning shots are available for any that wish to venture out early! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPark website: Black Hill Regional Park – Montgomery Parks \n\n\n\nAllTrails (for those that love walks): Explore Black Hill Regional Park | AllTrails \n\n\n\nWhen: \n\n\n\nSaturday September 26th 2026 \, 7:00 AM – 9:30 AMRain date: Sunday September 27th\, 2026\, 7:00 AM – 9:30 AM \n\n\n\nMeeting Location: \n\n\n\nWe will meet at 7:00 AM at or near Picnic Shelter “C”\, where the park website indicates there are also restrooms. \n\n\n\nPost Field Trip Snacks: \n\n\n\nPanera\, 20680 Seneca Meadows Pkwy Suite A-13\, Germantown\, MD 20876 \n\n\n\nWhere: \n\n\n\n20930 Lake Ridge Drive \n\n\n\nBoyds\, Maryland 20841 \n\n\n\nGoogle Maps: Black Hill Regional Park | Google Maps \n\n\n\nApple Maps: Black Hill Regional Park | Apple Maps \n\n\n\nNote: \n\n\n\nCost: \n\n\n\nAdmission is free \n\n\n\nEquipment and Notes: \n\n\n\n\nYou will want to bring a camera and lens that matches your interests. Lenses from wide angle to telephoto. Macro lens if you love getting close to nature.\n\n\n\nTripods are allowed and may be useful for shots close to sunrise.\n\n\n\nIf you enjoy capturing images you find during hikes and walks bring a single camera with normal length\, 35mm to 100mm zoom\, or a 50mm primary lens.\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nSeton Droppers\, Field Trip Coordinator\, 2026-27
URL:https://nvps.org/home/event/field-trip-black-hill-regional-park/
CATEGORIES:Activities,Field Trips
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SUMMARY:Member’s Gallery: (In-Person - Digital) - Two Seasons of Japan with Judy Guenther
DESCRIPTION:Biographical Statement:   \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJudy Guenther joined NVPS in the fall of 2015. She is an avid travel photographer who loves the process of photography from the capture to post-processing. She enjoys a variety of photographic subjects during her travels and is particularly drawn to architecture.  \n\n\n\nJudy is a member of the Art League in Alexandria and the Maryland Federation of Art. Her work has been juried into shows across the country\, published in various journals\, and received awards including grand prize in The Washington Post 2022 Travel Photography Contest and Honorable Mention in the 2023 Contest.   \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHer Member’s Gallery will include images taken in Spring 2024 and Autumn 2025 in Japan. Her spring cherry blossom photo tour was a smorgasbord of locations\, traditional Japanese history\, landscapes\, snow monkeys\, Samurai sword manufacturing\, big cities\, and Sumo wrestlers.  \n\n\n\nJudy returned to Japan last autumn with husband\, Wayne\, who was visiting Japan for the first time. The trip was divided into exploring Japan’s country and culture\, followed by an “Essence of Autumn” small group photo tour to capture gorgeous fall colors and landscapes. Her Member’s Gallery digital presentation will feature images from both trips.  
URL:https://nvps.org/home/event/members-gallery-in-person-digital-two-seasons-of-japan-with-judy-gunter/
CATEGORIES:Member's Gallery
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SUMMARY:Member’s Gallery: (In-Person - Print)  Hawaii with Jim Sinsheimer
DESCRIPTION:As an architect and design/construction manager for the past 45 years\, photography has always been an integral part of Jim’s career\, starting with a small darkroom in the College of Architecture during the early 70’s. Subsequently\, he progressed from a tiny darkroom over a clothes dryer to a fully equipped facility for work; from a 4×5 view camera and finally into the digital age. Jim’s work has been published in several issues of Black and White Magazine and LensWork\, and shown in hanging exhibits in California and Chicago.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAfter moving from southern California to Virginia to be closer to family\, he joined NVPS in 2019 and has enjoyed its comaraderie and friendships. Travel photography has also been and remains a favorite part of the trips he has taken over the years\, of which his five trips to the Hawaiian Islands were most memorable. He spent much of his time there hiking ocean side trails\, exploring the jungle-like forests\, viewing the islands from helicopters\, throwing snowballs at top of Mauna Kea\, and rising at 4:30 am to see a volcano at sunrise. The photographs he is showing depict the great photographic opportunities the islands offer.
URL:https://nvps.org/home/event/members-gallery-in-person-print-hawaii-with-jim-sinsheimer/
CATEGORIES:Member's Gallery
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SUMMARY:Member’s Forum: (In-Person) - Creating a Watercolor Painting Effect in Photoshop with Ilenia Alvarez
DESCRIPTION:Description: \n\n\n\nIlenia Alvarez will transform a regular photograph into a watercolor painting using Adobe Photoshop. The process involves applying a series of editing techniques that simplify photographic details\, create the appearance of brush strokes\, soften edges\, enhance colors\, and add the texture of watercolor paper. Each step is designed to imitate the characteristics of traditional watercolor painting while using Photoshop’s digital tools. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSpeaker’s Bio: \n\n\n\nIn 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\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. In 2025\, Ilenia was awarded by the Sedona Hummingbird Festival: Best Photo taken outside the U.S and People’s Choice Award. \n\n\n\nYou are welcome to check out more of Ilenia’s photography here:  www.ilenia-photography.com
URL:https://nvps.org/home/event/members-forum-in-person-creating-a-watercolor-painting-effect-in-photoshop-with-ilenia-alvarez/
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SUMMARY:Programs (Zoom) - The Power of Colour in Photography with Sharon Tenenbaum
DESCRIPTION:Sharon Tenenbaum\n\n\n\nBio\n\n\n\nSharon Tenenbaum defines herself as an artist working within the medium of photography. The artistic process is paramount in every creation she completes. She always aspires to ‘show reality in a different way’\, creating images rather than capturing them. Sharon is constantly challenging herself: whether experimenting with bicycle parts to create composite cityscapes or painting selective overlays onto her images. She is committed to the artistic process of growth and change in the continuous pursuit of novelty.  \n\n\n\nSharon was educated as a Civil Engineer. Her love for structures is reflected in a vast body of work that celebrates more than mere architecture\, but rather\, the Art of Architecture. \n\n\n\nAs an artist\, Sharon has won numerous international photography awards and has been published in esteemed magazines such as National Geographic. As an educator\, Sharon has taught group workshops from New York to Melbourne\, as well as on-line workshops and courses. She has a variety of video tutorials and  ebooks and is the founder of Talk-&-Learn\, a free one-hour weekly Zoom session for image critique and creation. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nSharon’s info: \n\n\n\nSharon TenenbaumFINE ART PHOTOGRAPHER | EDUCATOR | AUTHOR | ENGINEERsharon@sharontenenbaum.comwww.SharonTenenbaum.comWebsite | Facebook | Instagram– \n\n\n\nDescription\n\n\n\nColour is one of the most powerful storytelling tools available to a photographer. In this presentation\, we’ll explore how colour harmony\, saturation\, and brightness influence the mood\, emotion\, and impact of an image. You’ll learn why some colour combinations feel pleasing while others create tension\, and how subtle adjustments in post-processing can completely transform the way a photograph is perceived. \n\n\n\nThe goal of this presentation is to help participants become more intentional in their use of colour—both in-camera and during post-processing. By the end of the session\, you’ll have a deeper understanding of colour theory\, practical techniques for enhancing your images\, and the confidence to use colour as a creative tool to strengthen your photographic vision. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nChicago 2022
URL:https://nvps.org/home/event/programs-zoom-the-power-of-colour-in-photography-with-sharon-tenenbaum/
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SUMMARY:Education and Training:  (In Person) Photographing History with Roger Lancaster
DESCRIPTION:Bio\n\n\n\nRoger Lancaster\n\n\n\nRoger Lancaster has been a member of NVPS since 2008. He has served in a number of positions with the club\, and also served as President of Nature Visions\, now known as the Mid-Atlantic Photo Visions\, for two terms. \n\n\n\nBased in Waterford\, Virginia\, Roger is known for his nature-focused portfolio that captures the beauty of Northern Virginia and beyond. \n\n\n\nA native of Kamloops\, British Columbia\, Canada\, Lancaster’s interest in photography began at the early age of six. He was introduced to the craft by his grandfather\, a photojournalist who allowed him to experiment with an old folding camera. This early exposure to the mechanics and art of photography laid the foundation for his lifelong pursuit of visual storytelling. \n\n\n\nLancaster has lived in Northern Virginia for several decades and has been a resident of Loudoun County since 2014. His work is deeply connected to his environment\, often featuring: \n\n\n\n\nNature and Wildlife: A significant portion of his portfolio is dedicated to birds\, flowers\, trees\, and regional landscapes.\n\n\n\nRural Heritage: He is recognized for his series on barns\, capturing the historic and rustic character of the local countryside.\n\n\n\nDigital Artistry: Beyond traditional photography\, he identifies as an “image artist\,” utilizing digital techniques to interpret and enhance his subjects.\n\n\n\n\nHis work has been showcased in various exhibits and galleries throughout the region\, including displays at government offices\, community centers and related venues in the DMV. Lancaster has received notable accolades for his contributions\, including being named the winner of the “Best of Loudoun” photo award for two consecutive years at the Waterford Fair\, and for numerous categories with NVPS. His images can be viewed on his website at www.rogerlancaster.photos. Many of his images can be found in private collection in the US and in Canada. \n\n\n\nDescription\n\n\n\nIn his presentation to NVPS\, Photographing History\, Roger will explore how he has illustrated history through images of old barns\, spring houses\, churches\, and other historical structures\, primarily located in the Virginia hunt country. He will also discuss the digital techniques he uses in preparing the images for display. \n\n\n\nAll images by Roger Lancaster:
URL:https://nvps.org/home/event/education-and-training-photographing-history-with-roger-lancaster/
CATEGORIES:Activities,Education & Training
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SUMMARY:Beanetics Exhibit Reception: Coastal Birds of Long Island by Rena Schild
DESCRIPTION:Exhibit Duration: October 13\, 2026 8:00 am to November 17\, 2026 5:00 pm \n\n\n\nLocation: \n\n\n\nBeanetics Coffee Roasters – 7028 Columbia Pike\, Annandale\, VA 22003
URL:https://nvps.org/home/event/beanetics-exhibit-reception-coastal-birds-of-long-island-by-rena-schild/
CATEGORIES:Activities,Exhibits
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SUMMARY:Field Trip:  Bartholdi Fountain at the U.S. Botanic Garden 
DESCRIPTION:Owing to weather conditions predicted for October 11\, this field trip has been re-scheduled for Sunday\, October 18\, 2026. \n\n\n\nThis is a neighborhood photo field trip and the locations mentioned below are generally within a 5–block radius. \n\n\n\nWhen:Sunday\, October 18\, from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. \n\n\n\nWe will meet at 8:00 a.m. at the Bartholdi Fountain at the U.S. Botanic Garden (245 1st Street S.W.\, Washington\, D.C.). \n\n\n\nPost field trip snacks at 10:00 a.m. at Starbucks\, 409 3rd Street S.W.\, Washington\, D.C. (3rd & D Streets\, S.W.\, near the Federal Center SW Metro station) \n\n\n\nWhere:Bartholdi Fountain at the U.S. Botanic Garden245 1st Street S.W. Washington\, D.C. \n\n\n\nStreet parking is free on Sundays in D.C. There are also parking garages at 800 D Street S.W.\, as well as some garages near the International Spy Museum \n\n\n\nLocations (from east to west): \n\n\n\nU.S. Botanic GardenIndependence & Maryland Ave. S.W. \n\n\n\nBartholdi Fountain (Built in 1876\, he later created the Statue of Liberty)1st Street S.W. and Independence Ave. \n\n\n\nAmerican Veterans Disabled for Life Memorial150 Washington Ave SW\, Washington\, DC 20024 · \n\n\n\nNational Museum of the American IndianIndependence Ave. and 3rd Street\, S.W.The building is reminiscent of the Southwest Native American architectural styles. The exterior gardens include an extensive collection of Native American plants. \n\n\n\nDwight D. Eisenhower Memorial540 Independence Ave SW\, Washington\, DC 20004Note: The panels behind are hard to distinguish in daytime—they represent the cliffs at Normandy Beach and are more visible at night. \n\n\n\nThe Smithsonian Castle and the Arts and Industries Building1000 Jefferson Drive S.W. (at Independence and 9th Street) \n\n\n\nThe Enid A. Haupt Garden is located at the Smithsonian Castle. \n\n\n\nInternational Spy Museum700 L’Enfant Plaza\, S.W.For outside photos of building – admission requires advance tickets @ $35 plus) \n\n\n\nSuggested Gear and Notes: \n\n\n\nBring a camera and lens that matches your interests-—lenses from wide angle to telephoto. \n\n\n\nBring a macro lens if you love getting close to nature\, with the most likely opportunities at the Enid A. Haupt Garden at the Smithsonian Castle and the Outdoor Gardens at the National Botanic Garden. There are also a number of native plants at gardens outside the National Museum of the American Indian. \n\n\n\nTripods are allowed in outdoor locations\, and you may find them useful for architectural photos. \n\n\n\nIf you enjoy capturing images you find during hikes and walks\, bring a single camera with normal length\, 35-100mm zoom\, or a 50mm primary lens. \n\n\n\nSeton Droppers and Bill HuddlestonField Trip Coordinators 2026­ —2027 \n\n\n\nImages from the Field Trips may be viewed at NVPS Field Trips Gallery
URL:https://nvps.org/home/event/field-trip-bartholdi-fountain-at-the-u-s-botanic-garden/
CATEGORIES:Activities,Field Trips
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SUMMARY:Competition - (Zoom) No Theme with Judge Tom Cuchara
DESCRIPTION:Tom Cuchara\n\n\n\nBio\n\n\n\nTom Cuchara is an OM SYSTEM Ambassador\, a Photographic Craftsman (PPA)\, and HonNEC honoree who brings heart\, curiosity\, and a keen eye to every frame he captures. Specializing in nature photography—especially birds\, macro\, and night scenes—Tom sees the world as a tapestry of intricate details\, hidden stories\, and fleeting moments worth preserving.  \n\n\n\nHis journey through photography has taken him across varied landscapes and into deep connections with the photographic community. A natural leader and lifelong learner\, Tom has served as President of the New Haven Camera Club\, the Connecticut Association of Photographers\, and currently serves as Vice President of the New England Camera Club Council (NECCC). He’s also co-chaired numerous NECCC conferences\, helping build a vibrant community of photographers who grow through shared experience and creativity.  \n\n\n\nBased in Connecticut\, Tom shares both his life and passion for photography with his wife Lisa—his partner in art and adventure. Together they run LisaTom.Photos\, offering photo tours\, studio workshops\, and one-on-one mentoring. Their teaching spans the artistic spectrum—from light painting and macro work to still life and flower photography—blending technical know-how with heartfelt expression. Tom and Lisa are also published authors\, with two acclaimed books through Amherst Media: “Create Fine Art Photographs from Historic Places and Rusty Things” and “The Frog Whisperer: Portraits and Stories.” Their work has been featured in gallery exhibitions\, on calendars and magazine covers\, and in respected publications like Adirondack Life\, Wild Bird\, and ABA Birding magazine.  \n\n\n\nKnown for his calm presence\, clear instruction\, and passion for helping others grow\, Tom is a trusted mentor and passionate photographer. He and Lisa offer in-person and online classes\, post-processing training\, and destination photo tours designed to inspire and educate photographers at every level. Their motto is simple yet powerful: “Creativity is contagious—pass it on.” And their approach to photography is equally soulful: “Don’t shoot what it looks like. Shoot what it feels like.”  \n\n\n\nExplore Tom’s classes\, workshops\, and photo adventures at www.LisaTom.Photos.  \n\n\n\nSign up for their newsletter here\, and subscribe to their YouTube channel for tips\, techniques\, and a behind-the-scenes look at their creative journey.
URL:https://nvps.org/home/event/competition-zoom-no-theme-with-judge-tom-cuchara/
CATEGORIES:Activities,Competitions
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SUMMARY:Member’s Gallery: (In Person - Digital) - What Do I See with Wayne Guenther
DESCRIPTION:Since joining NVPS in 2015\, Wayne’s multiple presentations of his work has included images in about every genre\, but he remains a fine art photographer at heart.  His images often highlight his interest in patterns\, lines\, and geometric content like curves\, circles\, and triangles.  But there’s more to Wayne’ssubject interests\, which he’ll show in this presentation. It is a collection of work he particularly likes from the past five years\, mixed together on purpose and including a few images he may have shown in digital competitions or on his Facebook feed.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWayne began his photography avocation in the late 1960s and became increasingly involved with Fine Art Photography in the mid-1990s. Membership in two local art galleries and The Art League of Alexandria presented many opportunities to create new work for his pleasure and competitions. Joining NVPS in 2015 added both camaraderie and more opportunities for presenting new work.  He has been fortunate to travel widely with his wife Judy\, which is a trigger to follow his basic photography rule; “Be There; Shoot.” \n\n\n\nWayne has been accepted in many regional juried art competitions/shows over the past 30 years\, including MAPV 2021-2024\, and placed in many NVPS monthly competitions.   He uses two OM System bodies and two Olympus lenses (24-40mm f2.8 and 40-150mm f4) and\, increasingly\, the iPhone camera.  
URL:https://nvps.org/home/event/members-gallery-in-person-digital-what-do-i-see-with-wayne-guenther/
CATEGORIES:Activities,Member's Gallery
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SUMMARY:Member’s Forum: (In-Person) - Photographing the American Trackside with Suzy McIntire
DESCRIPTION:Bio: \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSuzy McIntire joined NVPS in 2019\, and is club secretary for 2026-27. She shoots primarily with a Fuji X-T5\, and loves her 17-40mm f/1.8 Sigma lens. Suzy enjoys street photography— capturing little-noticed moments in everyday life and the humor that sometimes comes with it. She’s also partial to human-created vernacular landscapes. For several years she has been photographing from moving vehicles\, usually trains\, as a way of finding otherwise-inaccessible scenery and higher vantage points\, always to discover what people are doing in their particular worlds.  \n\n\n\nAlabama \n\n\n\nIn her presentation\, Suzy will show landscape photos of the U.S. taken from 18 different Amtrak trains (such as the Empire Builder\, Sunset Limited\, Coast Starlight\, Crescent\, Floridian\, and Southwest Chief) through 35 states\, and answer questions about shooting from moving vehicles. She’ll display a silicone lens hood for keeping reflections off the window glass\, and describe how to deal with dirty windows and motion blur. And\, of course\, there will be a few photos of trains and everyone can ask about long-distance train travel! \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nDescription of the Presentation:  Photographing the American Trackside  \n\n\n\n“You can still see the iconic American landscape from the train\,” Suzy says\, “fantastic agricultural scenes in particular. But much of the trackside is marvelously decayed\, slow to change\, and regional.” She finds it a more interesting\, less-homogenized America.  \n\n\n\n\nArizona\n\n\n\nCalifornia\n\n\n\nFlorida
URL:https://nvps.org/home/event/memebers-forum-in-person-description-of-the-presentationphotographing-the-american-trackside-with-suzy-mcintire/
CATEGORIES:Activities,Member's Forum
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261027T193000
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SUMMARY:Member’s Gallery - (In-Person): Seeking Calmness: My Three-Year Photographic Journey with Siva Vittala
DESCRIPTION:Seeking Calmness: My Three-Year Photographic Journey  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSiva Vittala began his photographic journey during the pandemic\, transforming early observations of his surroundings into a passion. His growth accelerated after joining the Northern Virginia Photographic Society (NVPS) two years ago\, where community mentorship and critique helped refine his eye and build a post-processing workflow. \n\n\n\nSiva looks for simple subjects and clean compositions\, often focusing on details like texture and light. He is currently expanding to macro photography to capture the beauty in natural subjects. \n\n\n\nResiding in Northern Virginia\, Siva integrates photography into both local and international travel\,  His featured gallery\, Seeking Calmness\, showcases his work from 2023 to 2026 as he continues to improve his technical discipline and artistic expression.
URL:https://nvps.org/home/event/members-gallery-in-person-seeking-calmness-my-three-year-photographic-journey-with-siva-vittala/
CATEGORIES:Activities,Member's Gallery
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261103T193000
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SUMMARY:Programs - (Zoom) The Art & Science of Abstraction with Deborah Loeb Bohren
DESCRIPTION:Bio\n\n\n\nDeborah Loeb Bohren\n\n\n\nDeborah Loeb Bohren believes the essence of photography is the art and science of painting with light and she uses her camera like a paintbrush\, the world like a palette. She thinks of her work as visual alchemy: a transformation not of matter into gold but rather of shape\, light\, shadow\, color and line into art. Minimalism\, in-camera multiple exposure and intentional camera movement (ICM) are all essential tools of her alchemy. Deb finds using these techniques are a form of controlled chaos — simultaneously controllable yet unpredictable— allowing her to challenge reality and capture a feeling or impression rather than replicating reality with precision \n\n\n\nHer work has been recognized and exhibited across the country and internationally in solo and group shows\, and is also part of private and corporate collections nationwide. She serves as a judge and guest presenter for camera clubs across the US and England. She teaches a range of photography courses online and at the Silvermine Arts Center in Connecticut. as well as teaching a range of photography courses. Her newest venture — The Traveling Lens — has her leading travel photography workshops in London\, Paris\, Tuscany and New York City. Deb also chronicles her global adventures in words and images for Everett Potter’s Travel Report. \n\n\n\nDescription\n\n\n\nIn this presentation\, Deb will explore the art and science that underlies the creation of successful abstract images. She will look at the role the elements of art and principles of design play in abstraction\, as well as examine how Gestalt psychology influences the way we “see” abstract images. Deb will also discuss how abstraction challenges photographers to think differently\, pushing them beyond traditional ways of seeing and composing images\, as well as talk about using techniques like ICM and multiple exposure for creating abstract images. The goal is for participants to gain a deeper understanding and appreciation of abstraction\, and begin to develop a toolkit for working abstractly with their cameras. \n\n\n\nAll images created by Deborah Loeb Bohren: \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLisbon\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLisbon
URL:https://nvps.org/home/event/programs-zoom-the-art-of-visual-alchemy-with-deborah-loeb-bohren/
CATEGORIES:Activities,Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261110T193000
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SUMMARY:Education & Training - (In Person) Bring Your Camera Night
DESCRIPTION:Our in-person meeting on Tuesday\, November 10\, 2026\, will be “Bring Your Camera Night\,” with several stations set up to encourage you to try something different. \n\n\n\nA first for the club\, we will have access to the firehouse garage and an opportunity to shoot images of the trucks\, equipment and hopefully some firefighters. Let’s plan on gradually filtering through the firehouse rather than visiting en masse. To state the obvious\, if the firehouse gets a call we’ll need to depart. \n\n\n\nThere will also be other opportunities to try your hand at creating images at different activity stations. Exercise your creative side by playing with aspects of still life photography. Feel free to bring your camera\, tripod\, remote trigger or cable release\, lenses (macro if you have one)\, and a smartphone (or iPad). We will supply tools and subjects for abstract photography with oil/water and water droplet refraction. We will also have light tables and product box setups for composing still life subjects. \n\n\n\nAlso\, if you have gear whose time has come which you think others might enjoy\, please bring it! We’ll have tables reserved as a “Swap Meet” area so clean out your camera closet and bring the items you would like to give or sell! \n\n\n\nFurther details will be in an eBlast email.
URL:https://nvps.org/home/event/education-training-in-person-bring-your-camera-night-4/
CATEGORIES:Activities,Education & Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261117T191500
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SUMMARY:Competition: (In-Person) (Digital & Print) No Theme with Judge Frank Van Ripper
DESCRIPTION:BIO:  \n\n\n\nFrank Van Ripper\n\n\n\nFrank Van Riper is an award-winning documentary and fine art photographer\, journalist\, author and lecturer whose work has been published internationally.  \n\n\n\nHis photographs are in the permanent collections of the National Portrait Gallery (Washington\, DC) as well as in the Portland Museum of Art (Portland\, Maine.) His 1998 book of photography and essays\, Down East Maine/A World Apart\, was nominated for a Pulitzer Prize and won the silver award for photography from the Art Director’s Club of Metropolitan Washington.  \n\n\n\nHis latest book is Recovered Memory: New York & Paris 1960-1980\, which immediately became an Amazon bestseller. His previous book\, done in collaboration with his wife and professional partner Judith Goodman\, was Serenissima: Venice in Winter\, a coffee table collection of black and white photographs and essays\, published in 2008 both in the US and Italy.  Their next collaboration—and their first book in color–is The Green Heart of Italy: Umbria and its Ancient Neighbors. (Fall\, 2025) \n\n\n\nVan Riper was a member of the New York Daily News Washington Bureau for 20 years\, serving as White House correspondent\, national political correspondent and Washington Bureau news editor. He was a 1979 Nieman Fellow at Harvard. In 1982 he partnered with his wife in commercial and documentary photography. In 1992\, Van Riper became photography columnist of the Washington Post\, where his column\, “Talking Photography\,” appeared for 19 years. It now is now available at www.TalkingPhotography.com.  \n\n\n\nA popular teacher and lecturer\, Van Riper is on the faculty of PhotoWorks at Glen Echo Park\, Md.\, and has lectured and/or taught in the Smithsonian Resident Associate Program\, the Maine Photographic Workshops\, the University of Maine at Machias and at other colleges and universities in the mid-Atlantic. 
URL:https://nvps.org/home/event/competition-in-person-digital-print-no-theme-with-frank-van-ripper/
CATEGORIES:Activities,Competitions
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261121T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261121T100000
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SUMMARY:Field Trip: Great Falls Park (VA) at Sunrise
DESCRIPTION:Great Falls marks the end of the “piedmont”\, where the Potomac River starts the final descent to the tidal Potomac that runs through Washington DC. After dropping over the falls\, it runs through Mather Gorge. The 800-acre park offers many opportunities to photograph landscape\, nature\, and history. Sunrise is 7:00 AM\, the same time the park gates officially open. We encourage you to arrive right on time to take advantage of the first rays of the sun. \n\n\n\nThis is a “rain or shine” field trip as misty\, rainy mornings have their own unique charm. (We will watch and if heavy rains or storms are expected we will reschedule for the next weekend.) \n\n\n\nOverlooks 1 and 3 provide the best view of the falls themselves. Overlook 2 has a partially obstructed view of the falls but does provide a good view downriver towards Mather Gorge and the rising sun. There is a steep and rocky trail to a fishing and kayak put-in just before Overlook 3. This trail is not always open and can be treacherous when dark or wet. Further south of the overlooks\, as the River Trail enters the forested area there are a few trails that allow access to the riverbed itself. Again\, these trails are very steep and rocky and can be treacherous. \n\n\n\nThe River Trail\, part of the Potomac Heritage National Scenic Trail\, runs next to the river from the Potomac River Dam on the North (where it meets the River Bend Trail) to the Ridge Trail to the South. The River Trail is listed as Moderate to Hard but provides many spectacular views of Mather Gorge. Other trails provide quiet\, forested\, walking where you may encounter wildlife or historical remains such as the Patowmack Canal. \n\n\n\nAs the morning progresses there may be both kayakers and rock climbers. Kayakers are often visible from the overlooks; the rock climbers are further downstream on the River Trail. Past experience is the rock climbers are often not visible from the River Trail itself\, but some of the climbing routes are visible from side trails. Reminder: All side trails from the River Trail are rugged and can be treacherous. \n\n\n\nThe Great Falls Park Web site has trail maps and a great deal of additional information: Great Falls Park (U.S. National Park Service) \n\n\n\nGreat Falls Park is also included in the NPS App: The NPS App – Digital (U.S. National Park Service). \n\n\n\nGreat Falls Park has very poor cell service. Be sure to print any maps from the web site or use the “Download for Offline Use” on the NPS App BEFORE you leave your house. \n\n\n\nEquipment: \n\n\n\n● Your camera and your standard “walk-about” lens \n\n\n\n● A wide-angle lens may be useful \n\n\n\n● A long telephoto if you plan on wildlife photography \n\n\n\n● Neutral Density Filter \n\n\n\n● A headlamp or flashlight for pre-dawn  \n\n\n\n● Sturdy tripod and remote release for long exposures that smooth the falling water \n\n\n\n● Sturdy shoes and hiking staff or sticks if you are shooting at Overlook 1 or any of the side trails \n\n\n\nOther Inspiration: \n\n\n\n● NVPS Field Trip to Great Falls Maryland: Great Falls – November 2020 – Northern Virginia Photographic Society \n\n\n\n● Great Falls Park Photo Gallery (NPS): Photo Gallery – Great Falls Park (U.S. National Park Service) \n\n\n\nWhen: \n\n\n\nSaturday November 21\, 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM. (Rain date is Saturday\, November 28\, 2026) \n\n\n\nSunrise is at 7:00 AM. Park gates open approximately 7:00 AM. Sometimes the gates are open a few minutes before 7:00 AM. \n\n\n\nWhere: \n\n\n\nGreat Falls Park9200 Old Dominion DR\, McLean\, VA 22102 \n\n\n\nWe will meet on the sidewalk just North of the visitor center (the end closest to the main parking lot).We will meet just North of the Visitor Center on the trail that leads from the main parking lot to the Visitor Center and the three Overlooks. This is where the path from the parking lot divides into both an “up” and “down” ramp\, as well as a short stairway. \n\n\n\nThere is a $20.00 admission fee to Great Falls Park. If you have an “America the Beautiful—the National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands Pass”\, admission is free. \n\n\n\nAfter Field Trip Snacks:Roots Café\, 8100 Old Dominion DR\, McLean\, VA 22102 \n\n\n\nSeton Droppers\, Bill Huddleston\, Didem LenzField Trip Coordinators 2026-2027
URL:https://nvps.org/home/event/field-trip-great-falls-park-va-at-sunrise/
CATEGORIES:Activities,Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261124T193000
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SUMMARY:Member's Gallery (In Person) (Prints) - Some of My Favorite Prints with Philip Winters
DESCRIPTION:Bio\n\n\n\nPhilip Winters\n\n\n\nPhil began taking pictures as a kid with an old family camera. Through his teens and after high school\, he had a series of SLRs\, including one of his father’s older rangefinders. Fast forwarding\, Phil has had various digital cameras and now uses a Sony 6300 and 6600\, which he’s very happy with. He also keeps a Nikon point-and-shoot in his car\, just in case\, and of course has his phone ready for any photo emergencies. \n\n\n\nHe is very glad he joined NVPS many years ago—so long ago\, he says\, that it feels like forever\, but in a good way. Through the club\, he has learned a great deal\, including better composition\, enough Lightroom to feel almost comfortable\, and\, thanks to demonstrations at meetings\, how to mat his prints.    \n\n\n\nDescription\n\n\n\nPhil’s prints this evening show his wide range of photographic interests and techniques: reflections\, architecture\, machinery\, ICM\, panning.  He continues to hone his craft. \n\n\n\nAll photos taken by Philip Winters:
URL:https://nvps.org/home/event/members-gallery-some-of-my-favorite-prints-with-philip-winters/
CATEGORIES:Activities,Member's Gallery
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261124T193000
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SUMMARY:Members’ Forum (In Person) - Blur with Gary Perlow
DESCRIPTION:Bio: \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGary Perlow\, an ex-New Yorker\, has been living in the northern Virginia area for over 30 years.  He was a home builder who especially enjoyed designing kitchens and bathrooms.  He is presently actively involved in commercial real estate investment. \n\n\n\nHe began taking photographs seriously around 2013\, and has been a member of NVPS since 2018.  His favorite genres are conceptual\, landscape\, and portrait.  Always looking to grow as a photographer\, he enjoys learning\, studying\, and experimenting with new ways to express ideas visually. \n\n\n\nGary has won awards for his photography\, including a national best-in-show in monochrome in 2024 from the Photographic Society of America\, two best-in-shows from Nature Visions/MAPV in 2019 and 2022 (as well as in a variety of categories)\, and the NVPS’s Ollie Fife award in 2022. \n\n\n\nHe has been exhibiting photographs in galleries around the country and in Barcelona\, Spain. He currently is participating in a group show at the Carter Burden Gallery in Manhattan. \n\n\n\nBlur: \n\n\n\nBlur in photography is something we have always experienced many times – but it is not always a flaw: it can be a powerful tool for expressing emotion and creativity.  By intentionally incorporating blur\, photographers can enhance the storytelling aspect of their images and create mystery\, as well.
URL:https://nvps.org/home/event/members-forum-in-person-blur-with-gary-perlow/
CATEGORIES:Activities,Member's Forum
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261124T194500
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SUMMARY:Member's Gallery  -  (In Person) (Slideshow) A Month in Portugal and Spain with David Kravitz
DESCRIPTION:Bio\n\n\n\nDavvid Kravitz\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nDuring his high school years\, David Kravitz had his own dark room and enjoyed exploring black and white film photography. Then life intervened. After college\, graduate school\, and a 40-year academic career\, he has returned to photography\, as he always intended\, though he has left film for digital. He joined NVPS in 2019 and is immensely grateful for all he has gained from his membership. \n\n\n\nDescription\n\n\n\nDavid and his partner\, Laurie Hall\, flew to Portugal on April 23\, 2025\, and returned from Spain on May 20. They explored Lisbon and visited nearby towns in Portugal and Spain before joining a Smithsonian Journeys tour group in Lisbon on May 2. The tour worked its way north through Portugal and then east through northern Spain before ending in Barcelona. In this slideshow\, David shares the sights\, from cityscapes to playing children\, that caught his attention. \n\n\n\nAll photos by David Kravitz: \n\n\n\nGuggenheim museum\, Bilbao\, Spain\n\n\n\nPraça do Comércio (Commerce Square)\, Lisbon\, Portugal\n\n\n\nTrujillo\, Spain\n\n\n\nView from our hotel (Hotel Ilunion Merida Palace)\, Merida\, Spain
URL:https://nvps.org/home/event/members-gallery-in-person-slideshow-a-month-in-portugal-and-spain-with-david-kravitz/
CATEGORIES:Activities,Member's Gallery
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261201T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261201T210000
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SUMMARY:Programs: (Zoom) -  The Fine Art of Black & White Photography with Jennifer King
DESCRIPTION:Jennifer King is an internationally acclaimed nature photographer known for her distinctive artistry and her passion for teaching photographers around the world. Drawing on her background in fine art and design\, she brings a thoughtful\, creative perspective to landscape and wildlife photography. \n\n\n\nJennifer has earned an international reputation for her award-winning black-and-white work. She was the first woman to receive both Ambassador and Master Photographer distinctions in nature photography and was named the #1 Wildlife Photographer in the United States in 2025. Her honors include Moab Master Photographer\, Singh-Ray Ambassador\, and recognition by 500px as one of “15 Amazing Women to Follow.” Jennifer is also the founder of Photography for the Fight Against Breast Cancer (PFABC)\, an industry-wide organization that brings together some of the most respected names in photography to raise funds for breast cancer research.  \n\n\n\nHer photography\, video tutorials\, and interviews have appeared in Nature Photographers Network\, Outdoor Photographer\, Shutter Magazine\, Camera in the Wild\, PhotographyTalk\, Smoky Mountains Journal of Photography\, Our State\, VIA Magazine\, and more.  \n\n\n\nThe Fine Art of Black & White Photography \n\n\n\nThere is something quite magical about black and white photography. The silver like component that creates a sense of illusion\, the dark tones that produce an emotional response\, and the light that brings each image to life. We will walk through the creative process of capturing your vision\, defining your style and producing dramatic images from concept to processing.
URL:https://nvps.org/home/event/programs-zoom-the-fine-art-of-black-white-photography-with-jennifer-king/
CATEGORIES:Activities,Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261208T193000
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SUMMARY:Education & Training:  (In Person) Anonymous Critique with Judy Guenther\, Bill Millhouser\, and Deb Rose
DESCRIPTION:Description\n\n\n\nLike most NVPS members\, Judy\, Bill and Deb have entered countless photo competitions and have 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\, what it was that caught your eye\, and if you conveyed that vision to the viewer. \n\n\n\nThe NVPS Anonymous Critique is a great opportunity to get feedback on your images. The process is anonymous\, so you have nothing to lose. Examples of the kinds of images you might want to submit for critique include: \n\n\n\n\nImages you think are keepers but may need a little help\n\n\n\nExperiments with new processing techniques\n\n\n\nImages you are considering for competition\n\n\n\nImages you shot on Field Trips or Bring Your Camera Night\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe sole purpose of the anonymous critique is to help you grow as a photographer. You will not be identified unless you identify yourself by making comments or asking questions about your images during the meeting. \n\n\n\nThe firm deadline for image submission is 6 p.m. on Tuesday\, November 24\, to allow time for David Crooks to anonymize the images and for Judy\, Bill and Deb to review them before the December 8 meeting. \n\n\n\nSubmitting Your Images\n\n\n\nYou can submit up to three images. \n\n\n\n–Resize Your Image(s)\n\n\n\nSize images the same way as for our monthly competitions\, that is\, not to exceed 1400 pixels horizontally or 1050 pixels vertically. Image resolution should be set to 127 pixels per inch (PPI). Image format is jpg. Color space is sRGB. \n\n\n\n–Rename Your Image Filename(s)\n\n\n\nFile naming is important. Include the image title preceded with 1-\, 2-\, or 3-. Examples: 1-Fishing Boat.jpg\, 2-Old Dock.jpg\, 3-Hawaiian Sunset.jpg. Files starting with 1- will be highest priority\, 2- medium priority and 3- low priority. Depending on the number of images submitted\, we may not get thru them all so number your most important image with a 1-. Spaces are OK\, but do not use any special characters in the file. \n\n\n\nNote: Since those critiquing will see the filenames\, do not include your name there\, just the number prefix and image title. \n\n\n\n–Drag-and-Drop Your Images into SmugMug\n\n\n\n***Look for the drag-and-drop instructions in an eBlast to all of the current NVPS members.*** \n\n\n\nQuestions?  Contact the Education & Training Coordinator Mark Seklecki\, whose email information can be found at Board Contacts. \n\n\n\nBiographies:\n\n\n\nJudy Guenther\n\n\n\nJudy Guenther\n\n\n\nJudy Guenther\, photographer\, enjoys capturing scenes from her world travels in a variety of styles from storytelling to discovering small details in ordinary scenes. Capturing the beauty and art in nature and the people of the world is a special joy for her. Judy also enjoys photographing details in architecture and looking for abstracts. She has won several awards\, most recently the grand prize in the Washington Post’s 2022 Travel Photography Contest. She is a member of the Northern Virginia Photographic Society and The Art League in Old Town Alexandria. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBill Millhouser\n\n\n\nBill Millhouser\n\n\n\nBill became interested in photography in the early 1970s\, starting with a used Yashica SLR moving on to a series of Canon film SLRs. In 2001\, Bill dove in the digital age and bought the Canon D30\, which had a rather modest 3.25 megapixel sensor and a blazing 3 FPS frame rate. \n\n\n\nSoon after retiring in 2010\, Bill attended his first photographic workshop in Costa Rica\, which exposed him to the wonderful variety and color of tropical birds and the proper use of big telephoto lenses (both on a tripod and handheld)\, the use of fill flash\, and the complexities of multi-flash setups to capture the beauty of the region’s many hummingbirds. His keen interest in wildlife and bird photography has since led him to visit many locations throughout the Mid-Atlantic region\, the West Coast\, New Mexico\, Florida\, Belize\, Central and South America\, as well as several trips to Africa\, \n\n\n\nSince joining NVPS\, Bill has served as the Field Trip Coordinator\, Co-VP of competition\, and President of the Club. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDeb Rose\n\n\n\nDeb Rose\n\n\n\nDeb developed a passion for photography when she transitioned from work life\, and she and her husband\, Art\, began traveling and exploring the world. This passion evolved to include all genres including travel\, street\, landscape\, night sky\, wildlife\, and most recently macro photography with insects. Deb enjoys exploring philosophical and creative elements of capturing and post processing her images.  A member of NVPS since 2017\, she has served as Members Gallery Coordinator\, VP of Competition\, assisted with Portfolio Project\, and most recently served as President. She and Art enjoy sharing their travel and photography experiences on their website Shorewoods Photography\, and travel blog\, Boarding Group 2.
URL:https://nvps.org/home/event/education-training-anonymous-critique-with-judy-guenther-bill-millhouser-and-deb-rose/
CATEGORIES:Activities,Education & Training
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SUMMARY:Competition: (Zoom) Theme: Industrial with Judge Russ Young
DESCRIPTION:I began photography as the high school yearbook photographer using a 4×5 Speed Graphic; the very definition of immersion. My senior year\, I worked after school as the darkroom monkey for a commercial & industrial photographer. These experiences still shape my imagery as I still shoot film and large format. I taught for The University of Texas at Austin and Ohio Wesleyan University. My specialties are the history of Pictorialism and 19th century printing methods. \n\n\n\nSaint Andrews University (Scotland) granted me a Ph.D. in art history for my dissertation on soft focus lenses and Pictorialism. file:///C:/Users/russ/Downloads/WRussellYoungPhDThesis.pdf (warning: reading it has been known to induce narcolepsy).  \n\n\n\nThe Royal Photographic Society denominated me as a Fellow about 20 years ago. \n\n\n\nLiving for 18 years on an isolated farm near The Blue Ridge\, landscapes have been the primary subject of my cameras. Although I capture the landscape with both film and digital\, the vast majority of my images are black & white. Impossible to avoid\, I use PhotoShop and its ilk minimally. My photographs have been viewed in both one-person exhibitions and group shows.
URL:https://nvps.org/home/event/competition-zoom-theme-industrial-with-judge-russyoung/
CATEGORIES:Activities,Competitions
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SUMMARY:Programs (Zoom) - Independent Book Publishing\, Sequencing\, and Image-Making with Jake Benzinger
DESCRIPTION:Biography \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJake Benzinger is a photographer\, book artist\, writer\, and educator based in Providence\, RI. He received his BFA in photography from Lesley University\, College of Art and Design\, and is currently an MFA candidate at Rhode Island School of Design. His work reflects upon how text and image ask for and negotiate with faith\, belief\, and perception\, investigating themes of empathy\, myth\, phenomenology\, and death. \n\n\n\nHis work has been shown nationally and internationally in solo and group exhibitions at institutions including the Griffin Museum of Photography\, Haute Photographie Rotterdam\, Center for Fine Art Photography\, Glasgow Gallery of Photography\, Candela Books + Gallery\, and more. Like Dust Settling in a Dim-Lit Room (Or Starless Forest)\, his debut monograph\, was shortlisted for the 2023 Lucie Photobook Prize and has since sold out of its second edition. His publications are held in collections at the National Gallery of Art\, the School of Visual Arts\, SMFA at Tufts\, and the Griffin Museum of Photography. \n\n\n\nJake is a photography and book arts workshop instructor\, a content editor for Lenscratch\, and the founder/director of wych elm\, an independent imprintcreating small-run photo books\, zines\, and fine art ephemera. \n\n\n\nPresentation Title and Short Description \n\n\n\nIndependent Book Publishing\, Sequencing\, and Image-Making \n\n\n\nExploring Jake’s personal fine-art practice\, independent photobook imprint Wych Elm\, and strategies for transforming work into book form\, this lecture will explore sequencing\, layout design\, and the study of contemporary photography. Jake will talk through how he has navigated self-publishing\, begun independent publishing through Wych Elm\, and speak in depth about the numerous zines and books he has designed and published.
URL:https://nvps.org/home/event/programs-zoom-independent-book-publishing-sequencing-and-image-making-with-jake-benzinger/
CATEGORIES:Activities,Programs
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SUMMARY:Competition: (Zoom) No Theme with Judge Brian Zwit
DESCRIPTION:Brian Zwit\, formerly just a photographer and educator in northern Virginia\, added filmmaker to his resume during the pandemic years.  \n\n\n\nWhile still enthralled with still photography\, he is using video to expand his storytelling options and range of subjects. When shooting stills\, his favorite subject is the elegance and majesty of nature\, particularly landscapes. When filmmaking his favorite subject is the human condition—telling the unique and unusual stories of the everyday person. In addition to his favorite genres\, he dabbles with photographing and filming protests\, dogs\, travel adventures\, and street life. \n\n\n\nBrian has been teaching photography 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. He 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 creativity and other 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 life. Brian’s website is Images by Brian J Zwit.  \n\n\n\nBrian has been a speaker for NVPS and a frequent reviewer for the Portfolio Project’s final reviews.
URL:https://nvps.org/home/event/competition-zoom-no-theme-with-judge-brian-zwit/
CATEGORIES:Activities,Competitions
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SUMMARY:Competition: (Zoom) Theme: Similar with Judge Brian Morton
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URL:https://nvps.org/home/event/competition-zoom-theme-similar-with-judge-brian-morton/
CATEGORIES:Activities,Competitions
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SUMMARY:Member's Forum - (In Person) Travel Photography with Cameras that Fit in Your Pocket with George Hogeman
DESCRIPTION:Bio: \n\n\n\nGeorge Hogeman\n\n\n\nGeorge Hogeman retired in 2019 following 31 years with the Department of State\, including 22 years overseas mainly in Africa and Asia. Earlier he met his wife Geri while serving in the Peace Corps in Kenya. In 2014\, he began shooting mirrorless when he bought an Olympus E-M10 and since acquired an uncomfortably extravagant number of other mirrorless cameras\, lenses and accessories. He enjoys infrared and astrophotography and visits Huntley Meadows at least once a month.  \n\n\n\nDescription of the Presentation: \n\n\n\nGeorge and his wife Geri have had the good fortune to have made several overseas trips since George retired in 2019. Sometimes\, their travel has required them to travel lightly without confirmed access to airline overhead bin space so cameras and personal items had to fit under the seat. Furthermore\, several of these have been group tours where opportunities to slow down and compose an image with an interchangeable lens camera are relatively rare. Despite these challenges\, he has enjoyed taking pictures while traveling and has been pleased with the images he has been able to create. Thus\, he has carefully narrowed his travel cameras to those that are small\, turn on fast and focus quickly\, including the TG-7 from OM Systems (formerly Olympus) and the Ricoh GRIII and GRIIIx. Each of these cameras has particular strengths and weaknesses but they complement each other remarkably well.  \n\n\n\nIn the presentation\, George will show several cameras and share some of the images taken by these cameras from Morocco\, Japan\, France\, Spain\, Portugal\, Italy and elsewhere.All images created by George Hogeman:
URL:https://nvps.org/home/event/members-forum-travel-photography-with-cameras-that-fit-in-your-pocket-with-george-hogeman/
CATEGORIES:Activities,Member's Forum
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SUMMARY:Competition: (In Person - Digital & Print) No Theme with Judge Ed Palaszynski
DESCRIPTION:Ed Palaszynski’s journey has taken him onto many branches of his life tree. Rooted in science as a professional biomedical researcher\, he branched out to teaching and academic administration. Along the way his photography had occupied a special place that blossomed in later years. He enjoys studying a scene or subject to determine how the light will affect shapes\, tones and textures. He has recently completed and exhibited a series of images exploring “Life Forms”. 
Ed’s images have been accepted and placed in national juried shows that include the Circle Gallery in Annapolis\, PhotoWorks\, Washington Art Works\, Delaplaine Arts Center and the Allegany Arts Council. He is a Gaithersburg Camera Club Grand Master and his images have been used for online and print publications.
Ed is past President of the Gaithersburg Camera Club and has served in several Board positions. He is a member of the North American Nature Photography Association\, Nature First\, Photographic Society of America and Maryland Photography Alliance (MPA). He chairs the Judge Committee for MPA Judges and is a MPA Certified Judge. He has developed and taught numerous photography classes at Montgomery College and workshops for private individuals and clients of Mac Business Solutions and Capital Photography. \n\n\n\nMore about Ed can be found at: \n\n\n\nWebsite: edpalphotography.photoshelter.com
YouTube Channel Videos: https://www.youtube.com/@edpalphotography1320/videos

URL:https://nvps.org/home/event/competition-in-person-digital-print-no-theme-with-judge-ed-palaszynski/
CATEGORIES:Activities,Competitions
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SUMMARY:Competition: (Zoom) Theme Seascapes with Judge Sandy Dimke
DESCRIPTION:After more than 30 years specializing in architectural photography in Connecticut\, Sandy Dimke and her husband\, Russ\, relocated to the Lowcountry of South Carolina\, where she now focuses on fine art photography. \n\n\n\nSandy’s passion is capturing moments in creative and unexpected ways—through unique camera angles\, compelling compositions\, and imaginative post-processing techniques. A traveler at heart\, she seeks to convey the beauty\, and excitement of the world around her\, whether photographing locally or destinations across the globe. She has traveled extensively throughout North America and to more than 75 countries. \n\n\n\nSandy is the author of two photography books\, Hands Across the Lowcountry and The Cats of Beaufort. Her photograph Winter Façade was selected for the cover of Charleston Salt and Iron\, while Southern Backseat Drivers appears on the cover of Along Southern Roads. \n\n\n\nHer work has been juried into more than 35 in-person exhibitions throughout the United States. Internationally\, her photographs have been accepted into more than 200 exhibitions in over 25 countries\, earning numerous awards and honors. \n\n\n\nA respected leader in the photographic community\, Sandy recently retired as Chair of the Pictorial Print Division of the Photographic Society of America (PSA) Worldwide and is the incoming Chair of the PSA Honors Committee. She holds the APSA and PPSA distinctions. An accredited photography and art judge\, Sandy has judged photographic competitions throughout the United States for more than 40 years. \n\n\n\nIn 2022\, Sandy was inducted into the Fédération Internationale de l’Art Photographique (FIAP)\, where she earned the AFIAP distinction. She was juried into the National Association of Women Artists in 2019\, received its Annual Photography Award in 2021\, and most recently was honored with the South Carolina Chapter’s Best in Photography Award. \n\n\n\nTo view her portfolio and learn more about her work\, visit www.DimkePhoto.com.
URL:https://nvps.org/home/event/competition-zoom-theme-seascapes-with-judge-sandy-dimke/
CATEGORIES:Activities,Competitions
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