Member’s Forum: (In-Person) The Beauty of Still Life with Catherine Wang
While practicing still life photography, Catherine has come to appreciate its unique beauty. In her presentation she will share lessons learned from her still life photography, such as how to understand and utilize light sources, how to compose a shot effectively, and how to arrange colors within the frame. Bio Catherine Wang has been living […]
Programs: (Zoom) Creative iPhone Photography with Nick Sinnott
With the iPhone being the most used camera in the United States, it’s important to learn how to take full control of your photography. Join Nick Sinnott for an exploration of all the features and functions your iPhone camera has to offer. We’ll start with the basics and work our way up to more advanced […]
Education & Training – (In-Person) Matting with Bob and Willa Friedman
At this month’s Education and Training session, Bob and Willa will present a how-to/hands-on matting seminar to help members prepare their images for print competition, exhibits or for personal use. After our brief demonstration, there will be several workstations around the room where several experienced members will demonstrate how they cut mat using their equipment. This […]
Competition: (Zoom) with Judge Jim Zuckerman – No Theme, Open
Bio Jim Zuckerman left his medical studies in 1970 to pursue his love of photography and to turn it into a career. He has taught creative photography at many universities and private schools, including UCLA, the Hallmark School of Photography, the Palm Beach Photographic Center, and Kent State University. He currently leads many international photo […]
Member’s Gallery: (In-Person) Prints – People of Pleiku, Vietnam with Wayne Guenther
I was an Army Captain stationed near Pleiku, Vietnam from September 1970 to September 1971. My budding enthusiasm for photography was muted while there because of long workdays and the “Off Limits” designation of the city. I was able to do some photography during my official business travels but those images were captured mostly from […]
Member’s Gallery (Virtual): (Zoom) A Western Road Trip with Thu Huyhn
Description Thu Huyhn recently had a western road trip with her friends for seven days. Her trip began in the state of California. She went through four other states including Nevada, Arizona, New Mexico, and Utah. The group then headed back to California. The slideshow includes pictures she took during this entire trip. There was […]
Member’s Forum: (In Person) Getting the Most from a Photo Tour with John Eppler
Post-COVID, we are all ready to hit the road for all the places we've been dreaming of seeing. John will share some of his recent experiences of getting the most from his tours. His experiences of preparation, enjoying and post tour processing. The discussion will include tours, tour leaders and issues experienced. BIO John retired […]
Field Trips: Tidal Basin
The nearest metro stop, Smithsonian (blue line), is a 1 mile hike. The Tidal Basin is more than a Mecca for spring time photographers. Join us as we explore the Thomas Jefferson Memorial and cherry trees of the Tidal Basin as they strut their golden yellow, orange, and red fall foliage. Stay a little longer […]
Education & Training: (In Person) Preparing Prints for Competition
As we continue to return (gradually) to print competitions, the Fifth Tuesday will be devoted to preparing prints for competition. We’ll have experienced club members who can critique prints and offer suggestions for improvements, as well as other experienced members who can help with matting photographs, including cutting mats if needed. In Person at the […]
Programs: (Zoom) Photography as Conceptual Art with Cat Simmons
Since its conception in 1839, photography has experienced a continual shift in process and functionality. The evolution of the medium has brought us to our current shoreline of artistic definition where we not only can make stunning photographic art but also conceptualize ideas and convey meaning within photographs in unique ways. In this presentation, Cat […]