NECCC Winter 2019 Electronic Interclub Competition
The Winter 2019 competition, hosted by the Manchester Camera Club, was held on Monday, February 4, 2019 at St. Paul’s Methodist Church, Manchester, NH. The competition was directed by Sally Turner, with assistance provided by June Blake, Karen Hudnall and Marian Boyer. Forty one clubs participated in the Pictorial section (22 from Class A and 19 from Class B) and forty clubs participated in the Nature section (17 from Class A and 23 from Class B). Thanks are extended to the Manchester Camera Club for hosting this second competition of the 2018-19 season.
The judges for the competition were:
• Roger Treadwell, corporate sales representative for Hunt’s Photo and Video.
• Claudia Rippee, owner of Claudia Rippee Photography, LLP.
• Kent Messamore, photography teacher at NH Technical Institute.
You can view the report and see the images here: http://www.neccc.org/p/interclub-competition.html
Tuesday, February 12, 2019
Thursday, February 7, 2019
Join us at NHCC Feb 11th 7pm for the program "Creating Your Photography Book: Design and Publishing" by George Fellner
Feb 11th 7pm NHCC program Creating Your Photography Book: Design and Publishing
Join us at NHCC Feb 11th 7pm for the program "Creating Your Photography Book: Design and Publishing" by George Fellner
NHCC meetings are held on the 2nd and 4th Mondays at 7:00pm (September thru May) at the Whitney Center, Cultural Arts Center, 200 Leeder Hill Drive, Hamden. Come ~6:30 to socialize. For more information please contact Paul Peterson pmjpeterson@sbcglobal.net
NEW MEMBERS: Our meetings are open to the public. Please join us. The best way to meet people is to sign up for field trips and workshops. Workshops are also a great learning tool. Membership Application
Photographers may sometimes ponder the notion of potentially creating a photography book. There are certainly numerous components to consider and many options to evaluate. This presentation explores the initial spark for a book idea, theme and message, along with the development of contents. A review of format, text, image, layout, and associated criteria is presented and the bookmaking process is outlined. Traditional publishing is discussed along with the strategies for submission. In turn, self-publishing is presented with design/layout options, example features, format, content requirements, text specifics, image specifics, and importing information. The mindsets for cover design, book review, and basic strategies are discussed along with a case study. In addition, there is an outlined review of the upload process for both printed books and eBooks, as well as a discussion about selling platforms. Marketing strategies are also reviewed. Ultimately, the intent of this presentation is to demystify the processes and to inspire photographers interested in the design and publishing of a photography book.
George Fellner, photographer and architect, is committed to a dual life-path involving visual discovery and design, relating to both the natural and built environments. He has been presenting photography programs to camera clubs, art guilds, professional organizations, historical societies, community groups, and schools since 2004.
Inspired by his travels as well as his involvement with photo essays, George’s photographic subjects include landscape, architecture, travel, and elements of nature. The prime focus of his work Imaginary Realms reveals an endless exploration of the abstractions of reality and the infinite universe. His process involves the macro photography of stones and crystals, offering limitless material for evocative images and inspirational meaning. His passion for photography was sparked while studying architecture and design. George received his Bachelor of Architecture degree from Virginia Tech and his Master of Architecture degree from the University of Florida. Now, with 30 years as principal of Fellner Associates Architects, he continues to utilize his design sensitivities for creative photography.
George’s photographs have been published in books, journals, magazines, newspapers, and travel guides. INK Publications magazine (Feb 2013) featured the article Photographer George Fellner: Architect for Body and Spirit. The book Artists’ Homes and Studios (2015) by E. Ashley Rooney features George’s studio, art, and creative process. He also recently wrote and published his first book Imaginary Realms: The Visual Language of Stones and Crystals (2016).
George’s limited edition prints have been exhibited in art galleries and museums, both in group shows and solo shows. A series of his images are also exhibited in permanent art collections at the Yale School of Medicine, the Jackson Laboratory at the University of Connecticut, and the NYC offices for Nature Genetics, an international science journal.
George Fellner Photography Contact Information
Name: George Fellner
Address: P.O. Box 119, East Haddam, CT 06423
Phone: 860-638-7121
E-mail: fellnervisions@gmail.com
Website: www.gfellnerphotography.com
George Fellner, Affiliations
Member of East Haddam Art League
Member of New Britain Museum of American Art
Associate Member of Connecticut Academy of Fine Arts
Past President/Program Director of Connecticut Valley Camera Club
Member of Connecticut Valley Camera Club
Registered Architect: States of CT, MA, VT, and NY
Member of the American Institute of Architects: Connecticut Chapter
President of AIA Connecticut
Member of AIA Connecticut Board of Directors
Member of AIA New England Board of Directors
Member of Connecticut Architecture Foundation Board of Directors
Member of AIA Connecticut Committee on the Environment
LEED AP - Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design - Accredited Professional
Member of US Green Building Council
Member of CT Green Building Council
Adjunct Instructor at University of Hartford, College of Engineering, Technology, & Architecture
(2010-2012)
Member of National Council of Architectural Registration Boards
Member of Haddam/East Haddam Chamber of Commerce
Join us at NHCC Feb 11th 7pm for the program "Creating Your Photography Book: Design and Publishing" by George Fellner
NHCC meetings are held on the 2nd and 4th Mondays at 7:00pm (September thru May) at the Whitney Center, Cultural Arts Center, 200 Leeder Hill Drive, Hamden. Come ~6:30 to socialize. For more information please contact Paul Peterson pmjpeterson@sbcglobal.net
NEW MEMBERS: Our meetings are open to the public. Please join us. The best way to meet people is to sign up for field trips and workshops. Workshops are also a great learning tool. Membership Application
Photographers may sometimes ponder the notion of potentially creating a photography book. There are certainly numerous components to consider and many options to evaluate. This presentation explores the initial spark for a book idea, theme and message, along with the development of contents. A review of format, text, image, layout, and associated criteria is presented and the bookmaking process is outlined. Traditional publishing is discussed along with the strategies for submission. In turn, self-publishing is presented with design/layout options, example features, format, content requirements, text specifics, image specifics, and importing information. The mindsets for cover design, book review, and basic strategies are discussed along with a case study. In addition, there is an outlined review of the upload process for both printed books and eBooks, as well as a discussion about selling platforms. Marketing strategies are also reviewed. Ultimately, the intent of this presentation is to demystify the processes and to inspire photographers interested in the design and publishing of a photography book.
George Fellner, photographer and architect, is committed to a dual life-path involving visual discovery and design, relating to both the natural and built environments. He has been presenting photography programs to camera clubs, art guilds, professional organizations, historical societies, community groups, and schools since 2004.
Inspired by his travels as well as his involvement with photo essays, George’s photographic subjects include landscape, architecture, travel, and elements of nature. The prime focus of his work Imaginary Realms reveals an endless exploration of the abstractions of reality and the infinite universe. His process involves the macro photography of stones and crystals, offering limitless material for evocative images and inspirational meaning. His passion for photography was sparked while studying architecture and design. George received his Bachelor of Architecture degree from Virginia Tech and his Master of Architecture degree from the University of Florida. Now, with 30 years as principal of Fellner Associates Architects, he continues to utilize his design sensitivities for creative photography.
George’s photographs have been published in books, journals, magazines, newspapers, and travel guides. INK Publications magazine (Feb 2013) featured the article Photographer George Fellner: Architect for Body and Spirit. The book Artists’ Homes and Studios (2015) by E. Ashley Rooney features George’s studio, art, and creative process. He also recently wrote and published his first book Imaginary Realms: The Visual Language of Stones and Crystals (2016).
George’s limited edition prints have been exhibited in art galleries and museums, both in group shows and solo shows. A series of his images are also exhibited in permanent art collections at the Yale School of Medicine, the Jackson Laboratory at the University of Connecticut, and the NYC offices for Nature Genetics, an international science journal.
George Fellner Photography Contact Information
Name: George Fellner
Address: P.O. Box 119, East Haddam, CT 06423
Phone: 860-638-7121
E-mail: fellnervisions@gmail.com
Website: www.gfellnerphotography.com
Member of East Haddam Art League
Member of New Britain Museum of American Art
Associate Member of Connecticut Academy of Fine Arts
Past President/Program Director of Connecticut Valley Camera Club
Member of Connecticut Valley Camera Club
Registered Architect: States of CT, MA, VT, and NY
Member of the American Institute of Architects: Connecticut Chapter
President of AIA Connecticut
Member of AIA Connecticut Board of Directors
Member of AIA New England Board of Directors
Member of Connecticut Architecture Foundation Board of Directors
Member of AIA Connecticut Committee on the Environment
LEED AP - Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design - Accredited Professional
Member of US Green Building Council
Member of CT Green Building Council
Adjunct Instructor at University of Hartford, College of Engineering, Technology, & Architecture
(2010-2012)
Member of National Council of Architectural Registration Boards
Member of Haddam/East Haddam Chamber of Commerce
The Professional Photographers of Massachusetts Annual Convention SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 9TH, 2019 - NON-MEMBER FREE DAY
The Professional Photographers of Massachusetts Annual Convention SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 9TH, 2019 - NON-MEMBER FREE DAY
All are welcome!FEBRUARY 8TH-11TH, 2019 - PLYMOUTH, MA
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 9TH, 2019 - NON-MEMBER FREE DAY
Register here https://www.evolvephotoevents.com/registration/
Full schedule and meeting details here: https://www.evolvephotoevents.com/
8:00 am - 7:00 pm Evolve Registration Desk Open
8:00 am - 9:00 am Cathy Broderick "Unleashed"
9:30 am - Image Competition - judging until completion
9:30 am - Until completion Club 79 Watch the competition live in another room so you can watch and discuss the process with others.
9:00 am - 10:00 am John Lenis “The Principles of Classic Studio Portrait Lighting”
10:00 am - 11:00 am Gail Lucozzi "Today's High School Senior"
11:00 am - 12:00 pm Stephanie C. Olsen, CPP "Beauty & Boudoir"
12:00 pm - 12:15 pm Member Meeting
12:15 pm - 2:00 pm "Lunch and Vendor Showcase" - Lunch on your own
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm Steve Sedman "Workflow and a few Lightroom tricks, or how to make your life easier and your photos sing!"
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm Daniel Doke "Dynamic Dance"
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Nancy Green "Posing Groups Made Simple"
5:00 pm - 6:00 pm Melvin Guante & Wayne Tarr "Underwater Photography" Melvin will take the class to the pool for a demonstration
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Dinner on your own (Enjoy the great local restaurants)
7:00 pm - 9:30 pm Image Critique Party Sponsored by ACI
Hospitality Suite After Hours
9:30 pm until... Come hang out with others who share the same passion in photography as you
EVOLVE is proud to be part of The Professional Photographers of Massachusetts (PPAM), which is affiliated with the Professional Photographers of America (PPA).
EVOLVE is setting the standard for learning through sharing and giving information in the field of photography. Its goal is to raise the level of all photographers in art, technique, personal growth and in business.
PPA is a worldwide association which exists to assist its members in achieving their professional, artistic and fraternal goals; promote public awareness of the profession; and to advance the making of images in all of its disciplines as an art, a science and a visual recorder of history.
The Massachusetts state affiliate, PPAM is comprised of photographers, suppliers and visual artists.
Tuesday, February 5, 2019
The Professional Photographers of Massachusetts Annual Convention SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 9TH, 2019 - NON-MEMBER FREE DAY
The Professional Photographers of Massachusetts Annual Convention SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 9TH, 2019 - NON-MEMBER FREE DAY
All are welcome!FEBRUARY 8TH-11TH, 2019 - PLYMOUTH, MA
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 9TH, 2019 - NON-MEMBER FREE DAY
Register here https://www.evolvephotoevents.com/registration/
Full schedule and meeting details here: https://www.evolvephotoevents.com/
8:00 am - 7:00 pm Evolve Registration Desk Open
8:00 am - 9:00 am Cathy Broderick "Unleashed"
9:30 am - Image Competition - judging until completion
9:30 am - Until completion Club 79 Watch the competition live in another room so you can watch and discuss the process with others.
9:00 am - 10:00 am John Lenis “The Principles of Classic Studio Portrait Lighting”
10:00 am - 11:00 am Gail Lucozzi "Today's High School Senior"
11:00 am - 12:00 pm Stephanie C. Olsen, CPP "Beauty & Boudoir"
12:00 pm - 12:15 pm Member Meeting
12:15 pm - 2:00 pm "Lunch and Vendor Showcase" - Lunch on your own
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm Steve Sedman "Workflow and a few Lightroom tricks, or how to make your life easier and your photos sing!"
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm Daniel Doke "Dynamic Dance"
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Nancy Green "Posing Groups Made Simple"
5:00 pm - 6:00 pm Melvin Guante & Wayne Tarr "Underwater Photography" Melvin will take the class to the pool for a demonstration
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Dinner on your own (Enjoy the great local restaurants)
7:00 pm - 9:30 pm Image Critique Party Sponsored by ACI
Hospitality Suite After Hours
9:30 pm until... Come hang out with others who share the same passion in photography as you
EVOLVE is proud to be part of The Professional Photographers of Massachusetts (PPAM), which is affiliated with the Professional Photographers of America (PPA).
EVOLVE is setting the standard for learning through sharing and giving information in the field of photography. Its goal is to raise the level of all photographers in art, technique, personal growth and in business.
PPA is a worldwide association which exists to assist its members in achieving their professional, artistic and fraternal goals; promote public awareness of the profession; and to advance the making of images in all of its disciplines as an art, a science and a visual recorder of history.
The Massachusetts state affiliate, PPAM is comprised of photographers, suppliers and visual artists.
Wednesday, January 30, 2019
IMAGES, in its 38th year, is open to professional and avocational photographers and is the oldest juried photography show in the state
IMAGES, in its 38th year, is open to professional and avocational photographers and is the oldest juried photography show in the state. Connecticut artists are invited to submit portfolios for adjudication and approximately 800 photographs are presented annually. Selected works are exhibited in a gallery show held at the Guilford Arts Center representing diverse photographic processes, subjects, and techniques. Interactive activities and special docent tours are offered to increase engagement for attendees of all ages and abilities. The exhibition is free to attend and highlights photography as a way to tell one’s story. Upon the close of the show, about 40 works travel to CT Hospice for a month long exhibition to be enjoyed by staff, patients, and families.
https://www.shorelinearts.org/images
Submission Dates:
Friday, March 15 from 4 - 8 pm
Saturday, March 16 from 10am - 4pm
Sunday, March 17 from 10am - 4pm
Exhibition: Thursday, March 21 through Saturday, April 6. Noon - 4 pm daily, open until 7 pm on Thursdays GAC Gallery.
Awards Reception: Friday, March 22 from 6-8pm. (Snow dates Saturday, March 23 from 4 - 6 pm and Sunday, March 24 from 3 - 5 pm)
Gallery Talk: Thursday March 28, 7pm, GAC Gallery. Our speaker is Paula Tognarelli.
https://www.shorelinearts.org/images
Submission Dates:
Friday, March 15 from 4 - 8 pm
Saturday, March 16 from 10am - 4pm
Sunday, March 17 from 10am - 4pm
Exhibition: Thursday, March 21 through Saturday, April 6. Noon - 4 pm daily, open until 7 pm on Thursdays GAC Gallery.
Awards Reception: Friday, March 22 from 6-8pm. (Snow dates Saturday, March 23 from 4 - 6 pm and Sunday, March 24 from 3 - 5 pm)
Gallery Talk: Thursday March 28, 7pm, GAC Gallery. Our speaker is Paula Tognarelli.
Entries are open for the Falmouth Art Center Open Juried Photography Show - Spring 2019
Entries are open for the Falmouth Art Center Open Juried Photography Show - Spring 2019
Entry for this competition is by website upload only at https://www.smarterentry.com/CallsForEntry/falmouthart
Entries Close on March 4, 2019
Photographs juried into the show will be hung in the art center’s main gallery (the Hermann Gallery).
The Awards Reception at the Falmouth Art Center will be held on Friday May 10th from 5-7 pm.
The Juror for the show is Greg Lessard.
The link for the show prospectus is https://falmouthart.org/open-juried-photography-exhibition-spring-2019/
Carol Ann Knox
Upper Cape Camera Club Publicity
159 Racing Beach Avenue
Falmouth, MA 02540
cknox5964@comcast.net
Entry for this competition is by website upload only at https://www.smarterentry.com/CallsForEntry/falmouthart
Entries Close on March 4, 2019
Photographs juried into the show will be hung in the art center’s main gallery (the Hermann Gallery).
The Awards Reception at the Falmouth Art Center will be held on Friday May 10th from 5-7 pm.
The Juror for the show is Greg Lessard.
The link for the show prospectus is https://falmouthart.org/open-juried-photography-exhibition-spring-2019/
“Sunrise in the Lemaire” by Paul M. Murray, shown above - 2018 Best in Show
Upper Cape Camera Club Publicity
159 Racing Beach Avenue
Falmouth, MA 02540
cknox5964@comcast.net
Friday, January 25, 2019
NECCC has created a new website dedicated to the NECCC Photography Conference at http://NECCCPhotoConference.org.
NECCC has created a new website dedicated to the NECCC Photography Conference at http://NECCCPhotoConference.org.
The site is up and running now. Check it out!
From
the home page, quickly search and access all the conference information
without opening any PDFs. Scroll down to use the powerful interactive
search table. You will see similar tables on most pages. For example, on
a speaker’s page, after the bio and photos, you will see a table with
all of that speaker’s events.
How to use an interactive search table:
- Click links in the Title column --> to view the event details
- Click links in the Categories and Tags columns --> to view a specific list of events
- Or, use the interactive Search box (not supported by Internet Explorer, instead use Google Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge …)
- Enter Jim - see all of Jim's events
- Enter Fri - find the events on Friday
- Enter Fri 8:30 - find the events on Friday that start at 8:30
- Enter Creativity - find all events that include Creativity
- Enter Hands - find all Hands-On events - often you just need a few letters
- Enter Lightroom - you get the idea
Note: specific dates, times and locations for most sessions appear in May.
Visit http://NECCCPhotoConference.org to learn about this year’s 90+ Teaching Programs - 30 Workshops, 13 Photo Walks, 50 Hands-On events …
Register now at http://necccphotoconference.org/necccregister
Have some constructive feedback? Send it to NECCCPhotoConference@neccc.org
Tuesday, January 15, 2019
The Professional Photographers of Massachusetts Annual Convention SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 9TH, 2019 - NON-MEMBER FREE DAY
The Professional Photographers of Massachusetts Annual Convention SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 9TH, 2019 - NON-MEMBER FREE DAY
All are welcome!FEBRUARY 8TH-11TH, 2019 - PLYMOUTH, MA
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 9TH, 2019 - NON-MEMBER FREE DAY
Register here https://www.evolvephotoevents.com/registration/
Full schedule and meeting details here: https://www.evolvephotoevents.com/
8:00 am - 7:00 pm Evolve Registration Desk Open
8:00 am - 9:00 am Cathy Broderick "Unleashed"
9:30 am - Image Competition - judging until completion
9:30 am - Until completion Club 79 Watch the competition live in another room so you can watch and discuss the process with others.
9:00 am - 10:00 am John Lenis “The Principles of Classic Studio Portrait Lighting”
10:00 am - 11:00 am Gail Lucozzi "Today's High School Senior"
11:00 am - 12:00 pm Stephanie C. Olsen, CPP "Beauty & Boudoir"
12:00 pm - 12:15 pm Member Meeting
12:15 pm - 2:00 pm "Lunch and Vendor Showcase" - Lunch on your own
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm Steve Sedman "Workflow and a few Lightroom tricks, or how to make your life easier and your photos sing!"
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm Daniel Doke "Dynamic Dance"
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Nancy Green "Posing Groups Made Simple"
5:00 pm - 6:00 pm Melvin Guante & Wayne Tarr "Underwater Photography" Melvin will take the class to the pool for a demonstration
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Dinner on your own (Enjoy the great local restaurants)
7:00 pm - 9:30 pm Image Critique Party Sponsored by ACI
Hospitality Suite After Hours
9:30 pm until... Come hang out with others who share the same passion in photography as you
EVOLVE is proud to be part of The Professional Photographers of Massachusetts (PPAM), which is affiliated with the Professional Photographers of America (PPA).
EVOLVE is setting the standard for learning through sharing and giving information in the field of photography. Its goal is to raise the level of all photographers in art, technique, personal growth and in business.
PPA is a worldwide association which exists to assist its members in achieving their professional, artistic and fraternal goals; promote public awareness of the profession; and to advance the making of images in all of its disciplines as an art, a science and a visual recorder of history.
The Massachusetts state affiliate, PPAM is comprised of photographers, suppliers and visual artists.
Monday, January 14, 2019
Joe LeFevre's memorial service
It is with deep sorrow that we relay the news of API instructor Joe LeFevre’s passing, on Thursday, January 10th. Joe was a beloved and gifted photographer, consummate teacher, public speaker, and our great friend. He was a devoted family man and a man of great faith. We will miss him dearly. Joe is survived by his immediate family, wife Linda, sons Robert and David, and daughter Joanna. We offer them our continued love and prayers.
As a photographer, Joe was renowned for his compositional skills, and for readily incorporating cutting-edge digital technologies in his imagery. He had a special affinity for creating panoramas, and shooting time-lapse sequences and video. He created instructional DVD’s on numerous photographic topics and a DVD showcasing the Adirondacks.
Joe also cherished sharing his love and knowledge of nature photography through workshops. We know he felt blessed by the many friendships he made through them, and the wonderful experiences shared. To all those he touched, our sincere condolences. One aspect of his enduring legacy will be that he not only made us better photographers, but better people.
We love you Joe.
Please see information below if you would like to attend the memorial service for Joe LeFevre. I know Joe's wife, Linda, would appreciate anyone who would like to celebrate Joe's life with her and her family.
There will be a memorial service for Joe at Fulton Alliance Church (1044 St. Rte. 48, Fulton NY 13069) on Saturday, February 2. Calling hours will be from 10-11 am. Joe's Celebration of Life will be at 11 am, with a luncheon to follow. In lieu of flowers, donations to Operation Heal Our Patriots at Samaritan's Purse would be welcome. We would appreciate your continued prayers for us as we navigate uncharted waters and work through our grief.
As a photographer, Joe was renowned for his compositional skills, and for readily incorporating cutting-edge digital technologies in his imagery. He had a special affinity for creating panoramas, and shooting time-lapse sequences and video. He created instructional DVD’s on numerous photographic topics and a DVD showcasing the Adirondacks.
Joe also cherished sharing his love and knowledge of nature photography through workshops. We know he felt blessed by the many friendships he made through them, and the wonderful experiences shared. To all those he touched, our sincere condolences. One aspect of his enduring legacy will be that he not only made us better photographers, but better people.
We love you Joe.
Please see information below if you would like to attend the memorial service for Joe LeFevre. I know Joe's wife, Linda, would appreciate anyone who would like to celebrate Joe's life with her and her family.
There will be a memorial service for Joe at Fulton Alliance Church (1044 St. Rte. 48, Fulton NY 13069) on Saturday, February 2. Calling hours will be from 10-11 am. Joe's Celebration of Life will be at 11 am, with a luncheon to follow. In lieu of flowers, donations to Operation Heal Our Patriots at Samaritan's Purse would be welcome. We would appreciate your continued prayers for us as we navigate uncharted waters and work through our grief.
Thursday, December 27, 2018
Michael Milicia, Professional Nature Photographer, to speak at CT Valley Camera Club Meeting, January 7, 2019
Michael Milicia, Professional Nature Photographer, to speak at CT Valley Camera Club Meeting, January 7, 2019.
The guest speaker at the Monday, January 7, 2019 meeting of the Connecticut Valley Camera Club (CVCC) will be professional nature photographer Michael Milicia. He will give a presentation titled, “Focus on Sharpness”. The meeting will be held at 7 p.m. at the Lymes’ Senior Center, 26 Town Woods Rd., Old Lyme, Conn. All are welcome. There is no admission charge.
Capturing fine detail is often a critical element of a successful image. This presentation will explore a variety of tools and techniques which help to maximize image sharpness. We will take an in depth look at the many features and tuning options of today’s autofocus (AF) systems and how to best take advantage of them. Other topics will include live view AF, mirrorless AF, back button focus, tripods and heads, long lens technique, handholding, and microfocus adjustment.
Milicia’s love of the outdoors is rooted in his time growing up in the rolling hills of rural Western Pennsylvania. After earning a Computer Science degree at Carnegie-Mellon University, he embarked on a 27 year career as a Software Engineer which included stints at IBM, Digital Equipment Corporation, and Hewlett-Packard, as well as graduate studies at Syracuse University and Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute. In 2005, I left the software industry to pursue a second career as a Nature Photographer specializing in birds and wildlife.
I strive to create images that include an artistic element and have an aesthetic appeal that transcends their role as natural history documentation. I am motivated by a love of nature, a fascination with wildlife, and the never-ending challenge of finding that perfect combination of good light, cooperative subject, attractive setting, and beautiful background that allows me to create an artistically pleasing image.
My passion for photography is rivaled only by my passion for teaching photography. During my years as a Software Engineer, I was continually faced with the need to analyze complex subjects and break them down in a well organized, step by step manner that made them easier to understand and communicate. I find that this approach also works quite well when teaching the technical aspects of photography. I enjoy teaching at all levels, whether it is helping beginners get acquainted with the world of digital photography or helping more experienced photographers take their images to the next level.
About the Connecticut Valley Camera Club (CVCC): The CVCC is dedicated to offering its membership the opportunity to become better photographers. The group offers a variety of presentations and interactive workshops to help members expand their technical and creative skills. Photographers of all levels of experience are welcomed. The club draws members from up and down the river, from Middletown to Old Saybrook; from East Hampton to Old Lyme; and along the shoreline from Guilford to Mystic. For more information, visit the club’s website at https://ctvalleycameraclub.smugmug.com. CVCC meeting dates, speakers/topics, and other notices are also published on the club’s Facebook page at www.facebook.com/CTValleyCameraClubPage.
Contact: Mary Fiorelli, ctvalleycameraclubprograms@gmail.com
Capturing fine detail is often a critical element of a successful image. This presentation will explore a variety of tools and techniques which help to maximize image sharpness. We will take an in depth look at the many features and tuning options of today’s autofocus (AF) systems and how to best take advantage of them. Other topics will include live view AF, mirrorless AF, back button focus, tripods and heads, long lens technique, handholding, and microfocus adjustment.
Milicia’s love of the outdoors is rooted in his time growing up in the rolling hills of rural Western Pennsylvania. After earning a Computer Science degree at Carnegie-Mellon University, he embarked on a 27 year career as a Software Engineer which included stints at IBM, Digital Equipment Corporation, and Hewlett-Packard, as well as graduate studies at Syracuse University and Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute. In 2005, I left the software industry to pursue a second career as a Nature Photographer specializing in birds and wildlife.
I strive to create images that include an artistic element and have an aesthetic appeal that transcends their role as natural history documentation. I am motivated by a love of nature, a fascination with wildlife, and the never-ending challenge of finding that perfect combination of good light, cooperative subject, attractive setting, and beautiful background that allows me to create an artistically pleasing image.
My passion for photography is rivaled only by my passion for teaching photography. During my years as a Software Engineer, I was continually faced with the need to analyze complex subjects and break them down in a well organized, step by step manner that made them easier to understand and communicate. I find that this approach also works quite well when teaching the technical aspects of photography. I enjoy teaching at all levels, whether it is helping beginners get acquainted with the world of digital photography or helping more experienced photographers take their images to the next level.
About the Connecticut Valley Camera Club (CVCC): The CVCC is dedicated to offering its membership the opportunity to become better photographers. The group offers a variety of presentations and interactive workshops to help members expand their technical and creative skills. Photographers of all levels of experience are welcomed. The club draws members from up and down the river, from Middletown to Old Saybrook; from East Hampton to Old Lyme; and along the shoreline from Guilford to Mystic. For more information, visit the club’s website at https://ctvalleycameraclub.smugmug.com. CVCC meeting dates, speakers/topics, and other notices are also published on the club’s Facebook page at www.facebook.com/CTValleyCameraClubPage.
Contact: Mary Fiorelli, ctvalleycameraclubprograms@gmail.com
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