Canadian Association of Photographic Art Atlantic Camera Conference

Remember all prices are in Canadian dollars.  When Canadian dollars are converted to US dollars there is about a 25% discount.  This is a great chance to attend a great conference and then travel around Nova Scotia or New Brunswick or Prince Edward Island for a charming and photographic vacation. 

Canadian Association of Photographic Art Atlantic Camera Conference

Saturday, June 25, 2016
Sunday, June 26, 2016

Canadian Association of Photographic Art Atlantic Camera Conference 

June 25 & 26, Mount Allison University Sackville  (Southern New Brunswick Province,  a long day’s drive from Boston or two day more leisurely drive)

CAPA Atlantic Zone is pleased to host the Atlantic Camera Conference 2016 at Mount Allison University in Sackville, New Brunswick. Centrally located for P.E.I, Nova Scotia, and New Brunswick, Sackville is a small picturesque town with a population of 5,500. On the beautiful campus of Mount Allison University, you will see stone buildings, a chapel, a newly built Purdy Crawford Centre for the Arts, and Owens Art Gallery (Canada's first university art gallery).

The conference is open to the public. All photo-enthusiasts are welcome!

The 2 full day conference includes presentations on various topics, hands-on / demo, field tours to the Waterfowl Park and around the campus, and a model shooting session. This educational event will be an opportunity for photo-enthusiasts to gather, learn and share photo experiences. Whether it is improving your portraiture skills, nature photography, perfecting your digital printing or learning how to critically evaluate your own work there will be something for everyone.

BBQ Social is available on Saturday where you will have an opportunity to talk with the presenters and other photo-enthusiasts from different places.

For the conference fees and registration information, please go to the Registration page. http://www.photoguild.ns.ca/capa_reg/

 

More detailed information such as the conference room, parking places, will be sent by email a week before the conference to all who completed the registration.

For questions, please contact Michiko Nishijima, the Atlantic Zone Director, at atlantic@capacanada.ca.

We look forward to seeing you at the conference in June!

CAPA Atlantic Zone Team

Topaz Plugins on sale! Ends today 5/22

Topaz Plugins on sale!

Have you been waiting for a great time to buy the Topaz Photography Collection? Well, it's here! Spring into action today and get all 17 Topaz products at one of the lowest prices of the year! Just enter the code SPRINGSUMMER2016 to purchase the full Collection for only $299.99 until 5/22/16 (originally $500). Do you already own some Topaz products? If so, we think you'll be very happy with your unique upgrade price for the Collection. (Just make sure to log into your account to see your special price.)

Tripping the Light Fantastic: Excellence in Photography – an international juried photography exhibit

I'm on the Curatorial Committee of the Cotuit Center for the Arts and wanted to let your members know about a juried art exhibition we are hosting in July with a submission deadline coming up on June 1st.

The show includes $5500 in cash prizes and will be juried by Roland Scherman, the first photographer for the Peace Corps in 1961, and chronicler of many of the iconic musical, cultural and political events of the 60’s including the 1963 Newport Folk Festival, the March on Washington, DC, the Beatles first US concert and Woodstock. In 1968 he won a Grammy Award for the cover photo of "Bob Dylan’s Greatest Hits." His photographs have appeared in Life, Look, National Geographic, Time, Paris Match, and Playboy among many others. 

Tripping the Light Fantastic: Excellence in Photography – an international juried photography exhibit

The first international juried photography exhibition presented by Cotuit Center for the Arts.

Juror: Rowland Scherman
Deadline for entries June 1, 2016
Gallery exhibition July 23 – August 28, 2016
Opening reception July 23  5-7pm
$5500 in cash prizes ($2500 grand prize and $1000 prize in each category to be announced at opening reception)
3 categories: People. Places. Things.

Professional and Amateur submissions accepted

$35 for 3 entries, $10 each additional entry

30 works to be hung in gallery
All work will be shown in digital gallery

Submitting Your Images
We are accepting online submissions via onlinejuriedshows.com, or callforentry.org.  Please visit one of these pages and create an artist account to submit entries.

Michael Ernst, Curatorial Committee, Cotuit Center for the Arts, 508-733-3972 http://www.cotuitcenterforthearts.org/

Popular speaker at NECCC conferences Boston Professional Photographer Lou Jones is asking for your help in a very large photographic project

Popular speaker at NECCC conferences Boston Professional Photographer Lou Jones is asking for your help in a very large photographic project.

panAFRICAproject redefines western media’s portrayal of continental African culture

NECCC conference schedule posted!

The NECCC conference schedule has been posted!

• Click on the PDF or the EXCEL schedule
• Find out about all things conference related here:  www.neccc.org/p/next-conference.html

2016 Berks Photographic Society Annual Photographic Conference

2016 Berks Photographic Society Annual Photographic Conference

The 57th Annual Berks Photographic Society's Photographic Conference will be held June 10, 11, and 12, 2016 at the deFranscesco Building, campus of Kutztown University, Kutztown, Pennsylvania. 

We have an exciting line-up of featured presentations: 

Sculpting with Light [program and how to] presented by Harold Ross

Iphoneography presented by Richard Lewis

Photographing Abandoned Buildings presented by Richard Lewis

Composition: Basics to Advanced Concepts presented by R. Andrew Hoff,

Cuba:A Moment In Time presented by Frank Smith,

Explaining Camera Functions presented by Marty Malgieri

Flash for Capturing Nocturnal Wildlife Using Triggers and Remotes presented by Joe and Mary Ann McDonald

Panoramic Photo Frenzie presented by Kathy Peoples

Getting Started with Food Photography presented by Brian Evans,

Saturday evening Showcase speakers: Joe and Mary Ann McDonald presenting The Tale of Seven Tails: Our Quest to Photograph the Seven Big Cats of the World

Plus amazing door prizes from our sponsors, including Wacom, Photodex, and Red River Paper, photo contests, hands on sessions, table top displays and more!
For complete information and registration go to: http://www.berksphotocon.com/

We hope to see you in Kutztown Pennsylvania this June.

PPANE Creative Challenge

PPANE Creative Challenge: A Shot in the Dark
Have some fun! Create something new. Join the challenge.

Deadline June 25th
http://members.ppane.com/event-2229600

Eddie Tapp – May 22, 2016 : Photo Connection of Colchester

Don’t miss this rare opportunity to learn from one of photography’s digital pioneers – Eddie Tapp.

During this all-day seminar Eddie will provide you with essential tools and techniques to help you enhance your photography, image processing and photo printing. Using a live model he will demonstrate and discuss light quality and color control in camera. Eddie will then teach about workflow setups and edits along with image processing and color space control.

In addition, Eddie will present “Lighting Tips” covering topics from exploring twilight, something called the “20 degree rule”, using moon light, finding a “pocket of light”, cookie light, and more along with the Top 10 tips that will improve your imaging. There will also be an image critiquing session for images submitted by attendees.

Eddie Tapp – May 22, 2016 : Photo Connection of Colchester

Eddie Tapp – May 22, 2016 : Photo Connection of Colchester

2 Lil Owls -- Textures, another Retirement sale going on now. Texture Sets - ONLY $8! Sale ends May 16th

2 Lil Owls -- Textures, another Retirement sale going on now. 

Texture Sets - ONLY $8! Sale ends May 16th

2 Lil Owls -- Textures, Templates, Brushes Retirement sale going on now. Retiring Sale!! Texture Sets - ONLY $8! Sale ends May16th on these and then they are being pulled from the server!

Retiring collections

"I have been working on the back end of my website some more this week and I have a few more texture collections I am retiring to make some room! This week you can grab these sets for an incredible price - only $8 per set!! *Ends May 16. Be sure to check out the sale sets below and 2 brand new sets on intro pricing - Drifter and Explorer... they are to die for! "

2 Lil Owls -- Textures, Templates, Brushes 

 http://tinyurl.com/2lilowls

Is the texture set you are drooling over not on sale? Buy 2 items and take 20% off your purchase – Discount code: take 20 or Buy 3 or more items and take 30% off your entire purchase!!  Discount code:  take30  -- Enter this code when you check out. 

Texture sets 40% off!

3 Beautiful sets on sale at 40% off!

Brand new Texture Collections

Introducing 2 BRAND NEW texture sets! These sets add some super beautiful texture goodness to your photos! Both sets are on intro pricing this week!

CAPA Atlantic Camera Conference 2016

CAPA Atlantic Camera Conference 2016
We planned a regional conference this year as CAPA does not have a national conference until 2017 in Ottawa. This is the first Atlantic zone conference after 2008. We launched the conference website with all details. Please go to www.photoguild.ns.ca/capa_acc2016 and see what the conference is like.

NECCC Annual Photography Conference Door Prize Extravaganza Update

NECCC Annual Photography Conference Door Prize Extravaganza Update

The NECCC Door Prize Extravaganza prize pool now tops over 100 items and a value of over $11,000. 

Some of our newest donations include:

Alpine Labs donated 20 sets of their Micron time-lapse camera controller with the winner’s choice of camera cable.

Maha Energy donated their MH-C801D charger with 8 Powerex AA 2700 mAh batteries. These high capacity batteries provide plenty of energy for flashes and recharge quickly.

You can see the full list of door prize donors with links to their websites at Door Prize Extravaganza.

Sensor Cleaning Service

I typically clean our sensor ourselves, and once a year we have Canon do it since we are CPS members. But people often ask me where to get their sensor cleaned...

Sensor Cleaning Service $75, rush service optional

Is your sensor dirty and full of dust particles? Well, then this service is for you! We will clean your digital SLR camera sensor spotless so you can get back to shooting crystal clear images once again.

Is your sensor dirty and full of dust particles? Well, then this service is for you! We will clean your digital SLR camera sensor spotless so you can get back to shooting crystal clear images once again.

*Note: If you are aware of any sensor scratches or damage and still would like the cleaning service please be sure to note of such damage when placing your order. Otherwise if upon receipt and inspection of your camera we find your sensor is scratched or damaged in some way, we will return your camera and payment, less shipping without performing the cleaning service.

After you place your order you will receive an email with instructions on how to send us your camera.

More Retiring Texture Sets and a few Brand New ones!

2 Lil Owls -- Textures, another Retirement sale going on now. 

Texture Sets - ONLY $8! Sale ends May 16th

2 Lil Owls -- Textures, Templates, Brushes Retirement sale going on now. Retiring Sale!! Texture Sets - ONLY $8! Sale ends May16th on these and then they are being pulled from the server!

Retiring collections

"I have been working on the back end of my website some more this week and I have a few more texture collections I am retiring to make some room! This week you can grab these sets for an incredible price - only $8 per set!! *Ends May 16. Be sure to check out the sale sets below and 2 brand new sets on intro pricing - Drifter and Explorer... they are to die for! "

2 Lil Owls -- Textures, Templates, Brushes 

 http://tinyurl.com/2lilowls

Is the texture set you are drooling over not on sale? Buy 2 items and take 20% off your purchase – Discount code: take 20 or Buy 3 or more items and take 30% off your entire purchase!!  Discount code:  take30  -- Enter this code when you check out. 

Texture sets 40% off!

3 Beautiful sets on sale at 40% off!

Brand new Texture Collections

Introducing 2 BRAND NEW texture sets! These sets add some super beautiful texture goodness to your photos! Both sets are on intro pricing this week!

News items from Quechee Area Camera Club

WORKSHOP WITH KURT BUDLIGER AND LISA LACASSE 

http://greenmtnphotoworkshops.com/?workshops=spring-in-vermont-photography-workshop 

Spring in Vermont, May 27-29, 2016 - email Kurt ASAP if you are interested in attending (see website link below) 

Spring in Vermont is one of the most magical times to be outdoors exploring the landscape with a camera. The streams are full, leaves bursting with near fluorescent greens and a variety of spring wildflowers blanket the forest floor. During this intensive weekend photography workshop we'll explore and photograph some of the most stunning Vermont landscapes as they burst with spring color. 

Workshops are fun...and a fabulous way to take your photography to the next level - learn so many things - ask any question you may have.   Learn to use your wide angle lens, learn how to shoot moving water/waterfalls - slow water, learn how to compose landscapes and intimate landscapes - shoot 2 sunsets and 2 sunrises with time in between to shoot as well - plenty of time to learn what you want to know to take your photography to the next level.   

When: May 27-29, 2016  Where: Montpelier Vermont area     Price: $595

Additional Info - More workshop info

The workshop will kick off on Friday afternoon, May 27, 2016 at 3:30 PM at the Comfort Inn & Suites at Maplewood in Montpelier, VT with a short reception, introductions and slideshow.  We'll spend the next two days out photographing the beautiful Vermont landscape.  We will also spend some time indoors learning about post processing workflow and techniques, as well as time for image critique.  We'll end the workshop in the late afternoon on Sunday May 29, with plenty of time to get on the road home.

Key Features:

Gain a strong technical foundation in outdoor photography.  

Learn the importance of “seeing the light”

Learn how to use filters

Composition and Design

Advanced field techniques

Photograph intimate ponds, woodlands and streams as they burst with spring green

Photograph sunrise and sunsets from rolling mountains and along country roads and farmland

Bring your images to life using Adobe Lightroom and Photoshop

Physical Difficulty:There will be no strenuous hiking involved during the workshop and most locations will be close to the road.  Some locations, however may involve a short hike of less than a mile with no serious elevation gains.  We will be spending a lot of time shooting along streams and waterfalls that will require scrambling over rocks and down hillsides.  The terrain in the mountains can be very uneven and sometimes slippery along streams and rivers.  Hiking boots and a modest level of health and fitness will greatly enhance your experience.

Accommodations:

Participants are responsible for their own lodging, transportation and meals.  Carpooling is encouraged during the workshop to minimize our footprint as well as foster camaraderie.  A block of rooms has been reserved at the Comfort Inn & Suites at Maplewood 213 Paine Turnpike N., Montpelier, VT, US, 05602 Phone: (802) 229-2222.

Booking:(on Kurts website) 

A deposit of 200.00 USD is required to secure a space on this workshop.  Final payment is due 60 days prior to the start of this workshop.  There is no refund after the final payment has been made (unless we can fill your spot).  Please see our cancellation policy for more detailed information.

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Lupines at Sugar Hill, NH 

This Photo Op is open for the month of June - the lupines bloom all month . 

On June 11 & 12 is the Annual Open Air Market - so if you want to do some photography and be a part of the festival events as well this is the weekend to go.  The facebook link below posts photos and pics so you can see when they are blooming . 

This is the start of the month long Lupine Festival.  The Annual Open Air Market  is on both Saturday and Sunday.  

The Lupine Festival goes the entire month of June - fields and fields of lupines make for great photo opportunities - anything in blue is a link to a website where you can gather more information - if you want to go on your own,  just keep checking their facebook page - Facebook Page Lupine Festival 

Fro $5 you can pick up a booklet of the where to take photos  - pick it up at Harman's Cheese and Country Store or at Polly's Pancake House. 

Link for:Yankee Magazine article on Lupine Festival

 Article by Jim Salge on photographing the Lupines

Franconia Notch events 

TICKS - in past years the ticks have been awful so be sure to wear plenty of protective clothing and check yourself carefully.  If you choose to use a bug spray with DEET be careful - it will eat the plastic off your camera so wash your hands well before picking up your camera

there are several places to take photos from - I have listed Polly's Pancake Parlor as one location and you can also go Harman's Cheese & Country Store Link - great photo ops and a fun place to visit -  The lupines below the church are great too - 

You can google where to take photos and can find some great spots with foregrounds and vistas and plenty of lupines to add color to your scene.

Polly's Pancake House link  is THE place to have breakfast - incredible views and fabulous food!  It's an experience and plenty of lupines to take photos of and they are just finishing renovating their building. 

Fields Of Lupines Photo Contest - consider submitting your best image to the contest 

Be careful and respectful of where you walk and set up your tripods so that the lupines will be there for others to enjoy

lisa lacasse photography  quechee |  vermont  |  v 802.295.7378  |  c 603.448.7920  |  www.lisalacassephotography.com

Photo Op - Post Mills Experimental Hot Air Balloons and Funky Museum 

Post Mills, VT - The Experimental Hot Air Balloon Launch is fun!  Lots of creative ideas and people  from around the country gather here to launch their version of a hot air balloon - some are quite large - others smaller.  There is also a very funky MUSEUMon site and it's open this weekend - eclectic - stuffed - fun - and great for photography so check it out. 

If you are looking for someone to go with - make a note in the comments section below and meet at the museum.  

The event starts on Friday and goes thru Sunday morning - launches are usually early am (6am)  or in the evening when the wind has died down.  Call for more details. 

Experimental Balloon and Airship Meet

May 20-22, 2016

Post Mills Airport 
Post Mills, VT United States 05058 
3rd Weekend in May 
Number of balloons: 30 
Year began: 1997

Gathering of homebuilt and experimental balloons and airships. Share ideas, techniques, discoveries, material sources. Learn from Brian Boland the Zen Master of light weight home built flying machines. The Museum is open for visitors.

  Post Mills Airport (802-333-9254 or  balloons@vermontel.net

 Directions:  From the South interstate 91, Exit 14 left 6 miles to Post Mills, Right past Bakers Store Airport is on the right

CLICK HERE for:  Photos from 2014 that I found on line 

Excellent article on this hot air balloon festival:  http://www.nephotographyguild.com/2016/05/ballooning-vermont-post-mills-style/