Happy Holidays to all, we will not be meeting on the December 19th through January 2nd. See you at our next meeting on January 9th, 2025
The Florence
329 Gradle Drive Carmel IN, 46032
NEW DATES
March 15 & 16, 2025
May 3 & 4, 2025
STAY TUNED FOR ARTIST ANNOUNCEMENTS!
Mélange: concoction, mixture, combination. In this new series of performances, audiences will experience art coming to life in front of their eyes in an intimate theatrical setting. Each series will feature a musician (a vocalist or instrumentalist), a dancer (from Gregory Hancock Dance Theatre), and a visual artist. Together they will create art at The Florence (Carmel’s newest black-box theatre space), in a collaborative and organic manner. The musician will present a set of music, while the dancer creates choreography inspired by the music, and the visual artist creates art inspired by the movement of the dancer and the music of the musician. Audiences will experience live art in a new manner, bringing groundbreaking and creative art to Central Indiana.
Meeting: Zoom
Larkin is a professional nature and wildlife photographer.
Fourkiller takes pictures of eagles, bison, hummingbirds, landscapes, and fox. He travels the world including; Florida, California, North Carolina, Indiana, Colorado and more.
Larkin works in and with several fields, including; interior designers, publications, educational centers, wildlife centers, Cherokee language and culture, senior citizens communities and more. Larkin is a professional Keynote speaker in photography, nature and wildlife, and Cherokee and Native Culture.
https://www.facebook.com/p/Larkin-Fourkiller-Cherokee-Culture-100064095602668/
Indigenous in the News with Photographer Larkin Fourkiller 12/09/2024
Save the date. Learn about infrared photography from our own Rick Pranitis
As past president and a board member of Indianapolis Professional Photographers Guild (IPPG), Rick has extensive experience coordinating the annual IN State Fair Photography Competition. An award-winning photographer in his own right, Rick is well qualified to discuss the 12 elements that make an image a winner. This will be a great opportunity to get guidance for preparing your own entries (and club entry submissions) for this year's fair.
More from Rick:
My name is Rick Pranitis, I am an award winning Certified Professional Photographer as designated by the Professional Photographers of America (PPA). Capturing the world in photos has been a passion of mine for over forty years. My images have appeared in magazines, business journals and newsletters, newspapers (on-line and in print), professional photo galleries and personal homes and albums across the country.
As a professional photographer and business owner I'm guided by three core values; Integrity, Service and Excellence. By adhering to these core values I've gained the trust of my clients, created value for their investment in my services, and built a reputation as a professional and reliable business partner.
Providing a personal touch combined with a unique creative flair, I offer a no-pressure, comfortable atmosphere to capture those images you're seeking. I work with an easy-going nature, creating a relaxed environment while responding to your needs and expectations with professionalism at every step.
Member:
• ASMP - American Society of Media Photographers
• IPPG - Indianapolis Professional Photographers Guild (Board Member)
• PSA - Photographic Society of America
• PPA - Professional Photographers of America
The Florence
329 Gradle Drive Carmel IN, 46032
NEW DATES
March 15 & 16, 2025
May 3 & 4, 2025
STAY TUNED FOR ARTIST ANNOUNCEMENTS!
Mélange: concoction, mixture, combination. In this new series of performances, audiences will experience art coming to life in front of their eyes in an intimate theatrical setting. Each series will feature a musician (a vocalist or instrumentalist), a dancer (from Gregory Hancock Dance Theatre), and a visual artist. Together they will create art at The Florence (Carmel’s newest black-box theatre space), in a collaborative and organic manner. The musician will present a set of music, while the dancer creates choreography inspired by the music, and the visual artist creates art inspired by the movement of the dancer and the music of the musician. Audiences will experience live art in a new manner, bringing groundbreaking and creative art to Central Indiana.
Members Only
Please join us for this dress rehearsal photo shoot. More details to follow.
The Florence
329 Gradle Drive Carmel IN, 46032
STAY TUNED FOR ARTIST ANNOUNCEMENTS!
Mélange: concoction, mixture, combination. In this new series of performances, audiences will experience art coming to life in front of their eyes in an intimate theatrical setting. Each series will feature a musician (a vocalist or instrumentalist), a dancer (from Gregory Hancock Dance Theatre), and a visual artist. Together they will create art at The Florence (Carmel’s newest black-box theatre space), in a collaborative and organic manner. The musician will present a set of music, while the dancer creates choreography inspired by the music, and the visual artist creates art inspired by the movement of the dancer and the music of the musician. Audiences will experience live art in a new manner, bringing groundbreaking and creative art to Central Indiana.
(photo by Bill Bubenzer)
SPECIAL NOTE:
Please turn in digital files of the images, on June 5, that you will submit in print form for the Indiana State Fair Club Competition on June 20. You can submit them to pvcccontest@gmail.com If you have any questions, please reach out to Jay van Saten at jay@vscwebgroup.com
Location: Indianapolis Art Center
We’ll gather at 7 pm for informal discussion and then start the formal meeting at 7:30.
Bring your print entries to this meeting
Members will select 5 images, which will then be submitted as a Club entry this year. Members can submit 4 prints of their choice for this competition.
Any member image submitted for competition during the previous 10 months shall be eligible. The image need not have been previously placed to be eligible.
The re-editing and processing of entries is permitted, especially if in response to suggestions made by competition judges. Prints may be re-mounted and/or re-printed.
Or, members can submit new photos in print format for selection.
Previously submitted Indiana State Fair Entry photos are not eligible for selection and will not be considered for entry per the State Fair's rules.
Please bring to the June 13 meeting your prints (8x10" to 16x20" in size).
Members will vote on their choices for the 5 slots, and all submissions must be from different members.
The "top five" selections will be asked to send digital files to the Club competition email address. Eric Schoch has graciously agreed to print and mount all images.
Visit our Competition Rules page for the latest information
Click here for the 2024 Indiana State Fair Entry Book
Our online meetings are limited to paid members, who receive a Zoom link via email each week. If you would like a temporary pass to attend a meeting, contact one of our officers.
WHILE YOU ARE HERE, GO AHEAD AND DOWNLOAD OUR WAIVER OF LIABILITY FORM (REQUIRED FOR ALL FIELD TRIPS).
The club will provide lasagna and drinks; please bring a side dish or dessert to share. If you want to participate in the VERY fun and riotous print exchange, bring a gift wrapped, 8x10 or larger matted print but don't put a name on the package.
Plus ones can also participate in the photo exchange. They may bring their own print or steal one from their partner....depending on who is the better photographer!! 🙂 🙂
Hope you'll join us for an always enjoyable evening!
Registration deadline is December 9
Members Only
"Dress rehearsal for WINTERFEST at The Florence are Dec 4 and 11 at 6:30PM. We would prefer photographers on the 4th, so we can promote quickly.
The 11th would be before the second weekend of performances. But welcome either the 4th or 11th."
Please note, these are Wednesday evenings. As always, come early to set up. This will replace our regular Thursday meeting on the 5th.
Members Only
"Dress rehearsal for WINTERFEST at The Florence are Dec 4 and 11 at 6:30PM. We would prefer photographers on the 4th, so we can promote quickly.
The 11th would be before the second weekend of performances. But welcome either the 4th or 11th."
Please note, these are Wednesday evenings. As always, come early to set up. This will replace our regular Thursday meeting on the 5th.
Happy Thanksgiving to all, we will not be meeting this evening. See you next week at the Gregory Hancock Dance Theatre: Winterfest
Meeting: Zoom
Our judge is Lois Talley
https://photographybylois.com/
LoisJTalley@gmail. Com
Photography By Lois
7 Lowell Ct.
Brownsburg, IN 46112
BIO:
I have been composing photos since age 17 & doing photography for hire for over 25 years. What started out as a passionate hobby somewhere along the way took on a life of its own.
My background in art was a great source of education in lighting & composition while my time as a petite model helped with posing skills.
I have worked hard over many years to hone my photography skills and continue to enjoy “stretching” myself to learn new skills through workshops, meetings and photographic competitions. I enjoy being a member of IPPG (Indianapolis Professional Photographers Guild) & PPA (Professional Photographers of America)
Through Professional Photographers of America, I was awarded my Master of Photography degree --
Earned through education and print competition merits earned through International Photographic Competition.
The Florence
329 Gradle Drive Carmel IN, 46032
NEW DATES
November 16 & 17, 2024
January 11 & 12, 2025
March 15 & 16, 2025
May 3 & 4, 2025
STAY TUNED FOR ARTIST ANNOUNCEMENTS!
Mélange: concoction, mixture, combination. In this new series of performances, audiences will experience art coming to life in front of their eyes in an intimate theatrical setting. Each series will feature a musician (a vocalist or instrumentalist), a dancer (from Gregory Hancock Dance Theatre), and a visual artist. Together they will create art at The Florence (Carmel’s newest black-box theatre space), in a collaborative and organic manner. The musician will present a set of music, while the dancer creates choreography inspired by the music, and the visual artist creates art inspired by the movement of the dancer and the music of the musician. Audiences will experience live art in a new manner, bringing groundbreaking and creative art to Central Indiana.
Meeting: Zoom
It has been awhile since we have had a club photo share!
After lots of FB and Insta stalking on my part, I know you all have been traveling to amazing locations and shooting at the many great club field trips.
Now we hope for you to share them with us in person so we can not only see, but also hear about your amazing trip or adventure!
Share 5-10 of your favorite photos to share with the group. We will determine that night how many we can share once we know how many of you pulled photos to share.
Looking forward to a relaxed night of beautiful photos.
Save the date!
The Indianapolis Monumental Marathon passes by the house of Mat Gerdenich at 4521 N. Illinois Street on Saturday Nov 9 at about the 17 mile mark. Mat's house can be used as a home base. However due to the road closures club members will not be able to drive to Mat's house. Members will need to park outside the course and hike to my house and along the course. Estimating the 1st runners will be in the area at approximately 9 AM. More detailed times and maps will be coming soon. Call Mat at 317.601.0983 with questions.
CNO Financial Indianapolis Monumental Marathon, Half Marathon, & 5K
Approximate Race Start Schedule, subject to change:
● 7:58 a.m. ET – Wheelchair Race Start
● 8:00 a.m. ET – Marathon and Half Marathon Elites and Wave A
● 8:05 a.m. ET – Marathon and Half Marathon Wave B
● 8:10 a.m. ET – Marathon and Half Marathon Wave C
● 8:15 a.m. ET – Marathon and Half Marathon Wave D
● 8:20 a.m. ET – Marathon and Half Marathon Wave E
● 8:35 a.m. ET – 5K Race Start
Meeting: Zoom
In early August, our own Vernon “Jonesy” Jones went to Churchill, Canada on a photographic workshop.
The four photographers and two professionals met in Winnipeg, staying overnight, and then flew to Churchill.
Jonesy will do a short history and share photos and stories of the trip.
Judge is Lois Talley
https://photographybylois.com/
LoisJTalley@gmail. Com
Photography By Lois
7 Lowell Ct.
Brownsburg, IN 46112
BIO:
I have been composing photos since age 17 & doing photography for hire for over 25 years. What started out as a passionate hobby somewhere along the way took on a life of its own.
My background in art was a great source of education in lighting & composition while my time as a petite model helped with posing skills.
I have worked hard over many years to hone my photography skills and continue to enjoy “stretching” myself to learn new skills through workshops, meetings and photographic competitions. I enjoy being a member of IPPG (Indianapolis Professional Photographers Guild) & PPA (Professional Photographers of America)
Through Professional Photographers of America, I was awarded my Master of Photography degree --
Earned through education and print competition merits earned through International Photographic Competition.
TOPIC: MINIMALIST
Minimalist photography is an approach that emphasizes simplicity, focusing on just the essential elements of a composition to create powerful and impactful images.
Here's how to approach minimalist photography:
Simplify the Composition: Strip away unnecessary elements to focus on the core subject.
Embrace Negative Space: Use empty areas to draw attention to your subject and create balance.
Focus on Strong Subjects: Choose subjects that can stand alone and captivate viewers.
Utilize Color Thoughtfully: Work with a limited color palette or consider black and white to enhance simplicity.
Pay Attention to Composition: Use techniques like the Rule of Thirds to create visually appealing images.
Experiment with Lighting: Use light and shadow to add depth and emphasize your subject.
Explore Textures and Details: Highlight interesting patterns or surfaces in your minimalist compositions.
Use a Wide-Angle Lens: This can help capture expansive negative space in landscape shots.
Consider Long Exposures: Smooth out elements like water or clouds for a more minimalist effect.
Useful websites for inspiration:
https://121clicks.com/?s=minimalist
Selected Key Global Minimalist Photographers
1. Michael Kenna (UK/USA): Known for black and white landscapes with long exposures. Website: www.michaelkenna.com Also Francesco Libassi (Italy) https://www.francescolibassi.com/bwportfolio
Fan Ho (China/Hong Kong): Renowned for minimalist street photography. Website: www.fanho-forgetmenot.com
Hengki Koentjoro (Indonesia): Focuses on minimalist seascapes and landscapes in black and white. Website: www.hengki-koentjoro.com
Alan Schaller (UK) https://alanschaller.com/streetphotography
Natalie Christensen (USA): Creates minimalist urban landscapes focusing on color and shadow. Website: www.nataliechristensenphoto.com
Saul Leiter (USA):
Nina Papiore (Germany): https://121clicks.com/inspirations/minimalism-black-and-white-photography-by-nina-papiorek#:~:text=Nina%20Papiorek%2C%20a%20German%20photographer,stark%20simplicity%20with%20profound%20depth.
These photographers demonstrate the power of minimalism across various subjects and styles, from landscapes to architecture and street photography.
Happy Halloween to all, we will not be meeting this evening. See you next week on Zoom for Jonesy’s Church Hill Polar Bear presentation
Join us for a weekend of capturing the Fall colors of the acclaimed Hocking Hills State Park in South Central Ohio.
Those who choose, can gather Friday evening at our hotel in Logan, Ohio for the opportunity of a Milky Way shoot (weather permitting) along with a Saturday morning shoot in Hocking Hills State Park.
We will gather for lunch at a local restaurant, giving the Saturday arrivals a chance to join us. After lunch, we will take a ride on the Hocking Hills scenic railway with a stop at Robbins Crossing Historic Village, a mid 1800’s reenactment village.
Afterwards, we will grab some dinner and set off for some golden hour/sunset photos in the park followed by another opportunity to capture the Milky Way.
Sunday, members can choose to spend more time at the Park before heading home if they wish. Spouses are welcomed to attend.
Cindy Breneman is the field trip organizer, please direct any questions to her
Additional Information:
Park Hours: Half hour before sunrise to half hour after sunset. Visitors are permitted to actively engage in legitimate recreational activities outside these hours, except on trails and in picnic areas. If you have questions, call the park office. Click here for more information
Park Office: (740) 385-6842; 8am-4:30pm Monday-Friday
Manager: Robin Donnelly
Members Only
A note from Gregory:
Photographers - I hope you will join us for the opening of our season. We will have our final dress rehearsal on Thursday, October 24 at 6:30 at The Tarkington. The performance features the premiere of BEYOND THESE GATES THE LAND GROANS, plus THE VISIT and THE SEVEN DEADLY SINS. We also have a dress rehearsal on Wednesday, October 23 at 6:30 if you want to watch without your camera to get an idea of what you would like to capture on Thursday.
WE JUST RECIEVED WORD (10/22/2024) THAT THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELED- THE IAC WILL LET US KNOW ABOUT FUTURE EVENTS
Photo + Digital Event at the Indy Art Center
The Indy Art Center presents ‘Indy Captures’ in partnership with Robert’s Camera and North Indy Magazine.
Let’s bring together the Indianapolis Photo + Digital Community for a night of learning, networking, and creative exploration!
Enjoy our Photo + Digital Studios, where you can attend a live shoot by professional photographers. (Lighting and shooting space will be provided.) Learn more about professional-grade printing from our Artist-In-Residence – Kevin Raber.
This event is FREE and open to the public!
Meeting: Zoom
Our judge for the evening is Joe Vondersaar:
BFA Visual Communications, Ball State University, 1981. Past member ASMP OVC, served as Board Member and Education Liaison. Twenty one years, WMPhotographic Services, Commercial and Fine Art photography. 2003 to present, SRAM/Zipp Speed Weaponry dual roles, product photography 2003 to retired 2021, presently Facility Operations Maintenance Manager.
Joe Vondersaar Photographs, Est, 1991, Indianapolis Arts Council Creative Renewal Fellowship Award Winner, 2001. Producer of traditional landscape imagery conveyed in museum grade archival prints, collected publicly and privately. Active participant in the Arts and Art Fair business. Special attention to imaging for Charitable photographic events and the Cycling industry.
https://www.joevondersaarphotographs.com/Fine-Art-visions
https://www.joevondersaarphotographs.com/Momentum-Indy-2024
https://www.joevondersaarphotographs.com/The Distinguished-Gentlemans-Ride-2024
https://www.joevondersaarphotographs.com/Lake-Superior-Provincial-Park
Adults $15.00
Seniors $10.00
“After a three-year hiatus, we had a successful return of the Indianapolis Scottish Highland Games and Festival last year! The SSI Board of Trustees along with the Scottish Foundation of Indianapolis are happy to announce that the 2024 Indianapolis Highland Scottish Games & Festival will be officially back this year. The event will be taking place on October 12th.”
Highland Athletics
Caber, sheaf, hammer, stone put, weight-over-bar -- the heavy events are what make Highland athletics unique. These events originated from great gatherings held by Highland clans in medieval times where chieftans selected their strongest warriors to compete and inspire others. Some say the games may have even pre-dated Scotland itself!
Entertainment
Pipe bands, traditional and modern celtic bands, dancers, and a talented cast of actors presenting the Scottish Royal Court - all working in concert to bring a lively cultural experience ye'll nae be forgettin.
The tastes
Guests who are of legal age are welcome to come learn about (and sample) fine Scottish whisky. Take in the stories of distilleries and learn about how Scotland's famous Uisge Beatha (water of life) is made and how it may be best enjoyed - with all your friends from the Scottish Society of Indianapolis of course!
The Location
This year, the Indianapolis Scottish Highland Games and Festival will be at the Marion County Fairgrounds. Guests and participants will find ample parking, comfortable facilities, all the food and beverages we love, and plenty of space for showing off just how bonny your knees look in that kilt - and if you dont' have a kilt, you'll find no shortage of suppliers and information to get yourself fully kitted out!
PVCC Members are welcome to to join GHDT for an Open Rehearsal of Autumn Nights.
Get a sneak peak of three exciting repertoire pieces:
The Visit
Beyond These Gates the Land Groans
The Seven Deadly Sins
October 10th @ 11:00 AM
October 11th @11:00 AM
WELCOME FALL! It's that time of the year for shooting fall foliage. Hopefully it will be a beautiful evening with some color change starting at beautiful Holliday park. It is a shoot whatever you want night! The ruins, gardens, playgrounds, hike down to the river. Might see if I know a family or two who might like some family fall photos to practice those amazing park portraits. Please come with some fun ideas.
Time: Early arrival 5:00 pm and Group Meet Up at 5:30 pm
Parking: West Parking lot by the park ruins. Right off Springmill Rd. at the front of the park.
PVCC Members are welcome to to join GHDT for an Open Rehearsal of Autumn Nights.
Get a sneak peak of three exciting repertoire pieces:
The Visit
Beyond These Gates the Land Groans
The Seven Deadly Sins
October 10th @ 11:00 AM
October 11th @11:00 AM
PVCC Paid Members Only
“Soarin Hawk Raptor Rehab” Photo Shoot Sign Up
We are meeting at the Raptor Rehab at 10:30 am.
“Soarin Hawk Raptor Rehab” (Ft Wayne) will bring the raptors, including a Bald Eagle, to the park and set up stations with each bird, hiding the leg straps. They will use low limbs or cut off a branch and stage it on a stand. There will be a half hour lecture about raptors and then we will have about a half hour to take photos. We can get within 4 – 5 feet of the birds.
The program cost is $300.00 for unlimited participants. We will charge $15 per person to attend and the club will pay the balance. Sign up and payment info below.
Afterwards we can eat at the family restaurant The Willows, 1601 W Gump Rd, Huntertown, IN.
Click here to sign up for this event
After the great presentation shared by Charles Yang, we are now going to put his personal approaches to the test! Bring your best camera/lens to get close and personal to Monument Circle and it's spirit. Pick one lens and stick with it! You don't need that large gear bag with stuff you will never use. Lets really see what your view of Indianapolis looks like.
You can spend some time on Instagram, or Google and see what others shoot to get a feel for what appeals to you. People - candid or portrait. Architectural details. Reflections. Chance encounters and Random incidents. Shadows. Black & White or Color. So many options!
Time: Early arrival 5:30 pm and Group Meet Up at 6:00 pm
Parking: Street Parking Meters
Meet up: South Side of Monument Circle on the steps.
Judge is Joe Vondersaar
BIO:
BFA Visual Communications, Ball State University, 1981. Past member ASMP OVC, served as Board Member and Education Liaison. Twenty one years, WMPhotographic Services, Commercial and Fine Art photography. 2003 to present, SRAM/Zipp Speed Weaponry dual roles, product photography 2003 to retired 2021, presently Facility Operations Maintenance Manager.
Joe Vondersaar Photographs, Est, 1991, Indianapolis Arts Council Creative Renewal Fellowship Award Winner, 2001. Producer of traditional landscape imagery conveyed in museum grade archival prints, collected publicly and privately. Active participant in the Arts and Art Fair business. Special attention to imaging for Charitable photographic events and the Cycling industry.
https://www.joevondersaarphotographs.com/Fine-Art-visions
https://www.joevondersaarphotographs.com/Momentum-Indy-2024
https://www.joevondersaarphotographs.com/The Distinguished-Gentlemans-Ride-2024
https://www.joevondersaarphotographs.com/Lake-Superior-Provincial-Park
TOPIC:
Just like our previous topic of ‘Wet’, which is not just about water, our upcoming topic of ‘Yummy’ is not about just food alone. To convey the sensation of "yumminess" in food photography, it's essential to focus on elements that stimulate the viewer's senses and evoke an emotional response. Here are some strategies and tips to achieve this creatively:
Tips to Communicate Yumminess
Use Natural Light: Natural daylight provides the best lighting for food photography, offering a soft, inviting glow that enhances the food's textures and colors.
Focus on Color and Contrast: Bright, vibrant colors can make food appear more appetizing. Use contrasting colors to make the food stand out and appear more dynamic.
Incorporate Movement: Adding elements of movement, such as a drizzle of sauce or a sprinkle of herbs, can make the image more dynamic and engaging.
Textures and Details: Highlight the textures of the food by using close-up shots. This can make the viewer almost "feel" the crispiness or softness of the food.
Create a Story: Use props and backgrounds that complement the food and create a narrative. This could be a rustic setting for a hearty meal or a minimalist backdrop for a modern dish.
Experiment with Angles: Different foods look better from different angles. Experiment with various perspectives to find the most flattering view for your dish.
Some useful reference for ideas:
https://121clicks.com/inspirations/food-photographer-of-the-year-2024-winners
https://youtu.be/9HMAHlqm4GUhttps://www.robingoodlad.com/food-photography/
DUE TO POTENTIALLY BAD WEATHER, THIS EVENT HAS BEEN MOVED TO OCTOBER 5. CONTACT JONESY FOR MORE INFORMATION
PVCC Paid Members Only
“Soarin Hawk Raptor Rehab” Photo Shoot Sign Up
We are meeting at the Raptor Rehab at 10:30 am.
“Soarin Hawk Raptor Rehab” (Ft Wayne) will bring the raptors, including a Bald Eagle, to the park and set up stations with each bird, hiding the leg straps. They will use low limbs or cut off a branch and stage it on a stand. There will be a half hour lecture about raptors and then we will have about a half hour to take photos. We can get within 4 – 5 feet of the birds.
The program cost is $300.00 for unlimited participants. We will charge $15 per person to attend and the club will pay the balance. Sign up and payment info below.
Afterwards we can eat at the family restaurant The Willows, 1601 W Gump Rd, Huntertown, IN.
Click here to sign up for this event
Join us for an evening with our own Charles Yang!
Charles Yang was a Neuroscientist who turned socio-cultural street photographer. His passion for photography began in his teen when his father gave him his old camera, along with a subscription of National Geographic magazine.
Always having a camera on his side, Charles has framed moments in life among diverse cultures during his international academic and biopharmaceutical scientific career paths over the last 5 decades while living and working globally, including Hong Kong, England, Canada, USA, and China.
In 2019, just before COVID hit, Charles took an early retirement to pursuit his other passion – Global Travel Street Photography. Not able to fulfill his plans during COVID, Charles used the lockdown period to sort through his extensive image archives to self-publish two photographic monographs, entitled: "Shanghai: the Pre-COVID Soul of The City (2020-2017)", "On Reading: From Analogue To Digital. And more recently, “Under The Moroccan Winter Sun”. These 3 books are now available to the public on the shelves of the Indianapolis Public Library.
Charles had held solo exhibition of his color and monochrome prints in Darkroom Revelation Gallery (CCIC), and joint print exhibitions with Lesley Ackman in Harrison Art Center, Garfield Park Art Center. Each of Charles’ photographs invites and lures viewers to immerse themselves in his thought-provoking moments frozen in time.
In his upcoming in-person talk at Photo Venture Camera Club, Charles is going to share his personal approaches to the Art and Craft of his Street Photography by illustrating with examples from some of his past and current work.
Board members and Club members are encouraged to attend. The meeting will be held before our Club Assembly meeting.
Click here for a copy of the Club Bylaws
Click here if you have questions you want addressed at the meeting.
Meeting: Zoom
Tonight’s judge is Professor Steve Nyktas
https://stevenyktas.com/series
Prof. Steve Nyktas, an Indianapolis-based artist and Associate Professor of Art at Butler University, brings a wealth of educational experience to his role as our critic and judge for the September photo contest. With an MFA from Northwestern University, an MA from Purdue University, and a BFA from Albion College, his work has been showcased in various prestigious venues worldwide, including Contemplo MX in Mexico and the 22nd International Festival Sarajevo in Bosnia-Herzegovina. Prof. Nyktas has received numerous accolades, including the Phillip C. Curtis Visiting Artist Award, highlighting his significant contributions to the art world.
Prof. Nyktas's artistic practice centers on conceptual and abstract photography, exploring the intersections between domestic and natural spaces. He employs conceptual strategies to reveal aspects of everyday life that often go unnoticed, using simple tasks and processes to produce unexpected, sometimes highly abstract results. His work often begins with ordinary experiences and found objects, transforming them through impulsive and ephemeral acts to uncover deeper meanings. Through his photography, Prof. Nyktas delves into psychological themes, environmental connections, and the nature of images, using the medium's power to turn simple acts of seeing into profound experiences and knowledge.
Gregory Hancock Dance Theatre presents FASHION AT THE FLORENCE: GHDT Costumes Past and Present on the Runway, at The Florence on Saturday, September 14, 2024 at 6:30 pm.
This is a FUNDRAISING GALA to support the company’s new season.
GHDT is known for its costumes that range from simple elegance to fantastic fashion, and often with a global flair. Mr. Hancock makes or curates all the costumes for the company’s performances. This event is an opportunity to hear Mr. Hancock talk about the inspiration behind many of his creations and see them presented as fashion on the runway.
GHDT dancers, Board members, sponsors, and patrons will all be featured as models for this fabulous fashion event.
There will also be a Silent Auction featuring fashions from the show, and artwork by several of GHDT visual artist friends.
Paparazzi needed!
Gregory has invited us (MEMBERS ONLY) to photograph this unique fashion runway event. The program begins at 6:30 so you will need to be there by 6pm. It is a semiformal fundraiser (tickets are $100) so evening attire required. We can have 10-20 photographers. Gregory would like a head count, so please let Sandy know by September 10 if you plan to be there.
Meeting: Zoom
Our speaker this evening is wildlife photographer David Johnston, from Tennessee. Click here to see some of his work!
I started my journey in photography in 2004 when I took a film photography course in high school. It was an amazing experience to shoot with film and then bring those images to life in the darkroom. There is definitely an enormous difference in film and digital photography. Film cameras taught how to get my light correct in-camera as best possible.
However, it was in 2010 that I really became obsessed with photography after I got my first DSLR camera. I decided to put all of my energy into photography to make it my life career. I knew I couldn’t quit my full-time job right away, but I could hustle with photography on the side until I could do photography full-time.
In 2014 I started my first blog and podcast called Photography Roundtable. I had a good run with the podcast and it enabled me to meet some of my best photography friends, teach, and run photography workshops in national parks in the United States.
In 2017 my wife and I had a major life change. We moved to Haiti to become missionaries. My wife runs maternal health programs and I help with logistics and I frequently find myself being her ambulance driver. Even in Haiti I still wanted to do photography and teach in some way. So, I turned to YouTube to share my landscape photography ideas and techniques for people to learn for free.
In 2019, we made the difficult decision to return to our home state of Tennessee which is where we live now. I’m passionate about helping people improve their nature photography with online video. Video content on YouTube, post-processing courses, and video tutorials are my favorite ways of helping people with their photography. One of my favorite ways of talking about landscape photography is through my podcast called The Landscape Photography Show.
PLEASE READ!!! CHANGE IN SETUP LOCATION
September 7, 2024 8:00pm - 12:00am
McCloud Nature Park, 8518 Hughes Rd, North Salem, IN 46165
The forecast apps look like things should be good for night photography at McCloud. Forecasted temp at 8:00 pm is 58* with 44% humidity with temps dropping into the upper 40's.
Sunset is at 8:12 with the waxing crescent moon setting at 8:59. Milky Way Core visibility should be around 9:45-12:45.I would suggest getting there no later than 7:45.
PLEASE NOTE:
Roberts Camera is hosting an astrophotography workshop and will be in the area behind the maintenance building where we were last time until 10:00. So we will be in the field in the center of the Arboretum. This location is just on the other side of the trees that were to our right when we were out there before. There is plenty of space to set up. I would suggest parking at the Nature Center and taking the path to the right of the Nature Center.
I have attached a screen shot from the Photopills Planner as well as a scan of the park map showing the location. There are some features in this area that could prove to make some interesting foregrounds such as park benches, a meandering trail and the bee observation house. We also shouldn't be affected by cars leaving the park.
Gear needed:
camera with wide-angle lens
tripod and ballhead
lens heater or one set of disposable hand warmers (Hot Hands brand or similar) & a
rubber band
chair
water and snacks
Cindy Breneman is the lead for this field trip
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We will have a couple models, so bring your camera.
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