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1
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Jan
8
7:00 PM19:00
Scott Kinzie: "From Vision to the Final Result"
Meeting Location: Zoom
"From Vision to the Final Result"
presenter: Scott Kinzie
“From Vision to the Final Result” is a program Scott presented to the Duneland Photography Club in Valparaiso this past November. Scott will showcase images from his favorite locations and share the story behind each one. He'll explain why he took them, his vision for the final result, and how he processed them.
Scott has been active with Photo Venture Camera Club since November of 2011. "I had just purchased my first digital camera and wanted to learn how to use all the features my camera offered. I also wanted to meet others who enjoyed photography and learn from them as well.
On my very first meeting I knew this was the club for me. Everyone greeted me and I felt comfortable from the beginning. I discovered PVCC through an internet search on local camera clubs. I enjoy the club for several reasons.
The field trips are a learning experience, and I will always remember the field trip we took to the UP of Michigan in October of 2013. We hired Rod and Marlene Planck as tour guides and in spite of the rain, we all enjoyed the scenic north woods of Michigan.
Other highlights of our club are the competitions and critiques. I shoot with a Canon R5 body with several lenses. My favorite lenses are my 100-400 zoom with a 1.4 extender. I also enjoy my macro lens. Both work well with my passion for nature photography. PVCC gave me the confidence to go out on my own to become a gallery member at Art IN Hand in Zionsville, as well as show and sell my images at several art fairs in the Midwest every summer.
At my shows, I encourage new photographers to join a photo club, and I always mention PVCC when talking with them. I think the best part of joining PVCC are the friends I’ve made and the many times we’ve gone out on our own photo ventures."
Jan
15
7:00 PM19:00
Telling the Natural Story: Russell Graves
Meeting Location: Zoom
DESCRIPTION
Telling the Natural Story is a collection of ideas on how you can improve your nature photography by talking a story-telling approach to documenting a subject. In this webinar, Russell will walk you through some practical advice on how you can improve your photography and your story-telling abilities.
BIO
Raised in rural Texas, Russell is the product of a modest, blue-collar upbringing, a stalwart work ethic, and a family who put no bounds on his imagination and creativity. When Russell was a junior in high school, he wrote a research paper for his end-of-year English project. The research paper (which he still has today), titled simply Wildlife Photography, earned him an "A" for the project. Still, more importantly, the mini-tome served as a manifesto of sorts that would define his life's work.
When he was 19, he had his first photographs and article published in a magazine. When he was 20, he earned his first magazine cover. By his own admission, the work now appears marginal and sophomoric. It was the spark, however, that ignited the fire to keep him going and perfect his creative craft.
After earning a degree in agriculture education from East Texas State University, Russell went out to the sparsely populated Texas Panhandle, where he was hired to teach agriculture science for the Childress Independent School District. Upon earning his degree, Russell describes the experience as surreal. He's the first in his family to earn a college degree. Upon the conference of his baccalaureate honors, he witnessed his father cry for the first time in his life. It's a moment of pride that has stuck with Russell and driven him to be the best he can be at whatever he chooses to do. As a result, in his 16-year teaching career, he was named Texas Agriscience Teacher of the Year on three occasions, a finalist for National Agriscience Teacher of the Year twice, and won just about every major award conferred on those in his former profession. He also built a solid reputation as a top Texas photographer and writer during that time.
Upon leaving teaching in 2009, Russell continued his life's work by capturing the people and places outside of city limits in innovative and authentic ways. In the ensuing years, he continued to build on his experience and churn out content for clients through magazine pieces, advertising campaigns, television projects, and numerous books. In addition, he also worked with a small West Texas town to help them develop a marketing strategy and put together development deals that would bring jobs and prosperity to that little corner of rural Texas.
In 2018, Russell started leading photographic workshops and sharing his knowledge and love of the outdoors and photography. Since then, Russell has led nearly 500 guests on adventures worldwide.
Russell says he feels like he's come full circle by combining his love of photography with his teaching ability.
In the media, Russell's been called a rural renaissance man, recognized as one of the top photographers in Texas, and praised by editors, art directors, and audiences alike for his ability to connect people and places through his written, spoken, and photographic stories. He's had nearly a million words published, authored six books, has had thousands of images grace the pages of magazines and advertisements all over the world (including about 600 magazine covers), is an in-demand speaker, has photographed some of the most prominent people in our country, and is the owner of two businesses. Still, he insists that his most significant accomplishments fall under the heading of father, husband, brother, son, and friend.
When he's not in the field teaching or doing projects for one of his clients, Russell is found on his beloved Hackberry Farm driving his tractor and doing tasks that benefit the land and her denizens therein. He now lives a mile from the small stock farm on which he was raised. Black dirt and creek water is a powerful poultice.
His parents are still proud of him.
Russell has been featured several times on B & H Photo's podcasts over the past few years. Here is a link to them. I thought you might find them interesting. I haven't listened to them yet but plan to do so.
https://www.bhphotovideo.com/explora/search?text=Russell%20Graves
Jan
29
7:00 PM19:00
Weekly Meeting: Board meeting -- All Members Welcome
Meeting Location: Zoom
Tonight has been set aside for a meeting of Photo Venture officers and committee chairs. However, any interested club members are welcome to attend.
The final agenda will be posted here.
This will be an in-depth session tackling a broad range of topics -- membership, competitions, programs, new ways to communicate with the club, our Facebook and web pages, field trips, meeting presentations, the works. If you have ideas, we want to hear them
Feb
5
7:00 PM19:00
Can Toksoy - "Using Color Separation in Editing"
Meeting Location: Zoom
Presenter: Can Toksoy
Importance of Color in Photography
Join us for an engaging photography club presentation exploring why color matters in photography. We’ll dive into how colors influence emotion, shape mood, and guide the viewer’s eye. We will uncover some practical color tools in photoshop. From understanding color relationships to seeing how colors interact within a frame, this session may help you better correct, separate and grade colors in your images.
Feb
12
7:00 PM19:00
Karl Zemlin - Panning vs Stop Action
Join us for an evening with our own Karl Zemlin!
Capturing Speed is a lecture and demo led by veteran IndyCar and Indianapolis Motor Speedway photographer Karl Zemlin. Karl has spent years shooting some of the fastest machines on the planet, including 10 runnings of the Indianapolis 500. In this session, he’ll break down how photographers use shutter speeds, filters, lenses, and shooting choices to make motion feel fast. Along the way, Karl shares real trackside experiences, practical tips, and the creative thinking behind capturing both silky motion blur and split‑second freeze frames. It’s an inside look at how a seasoned racing photographer turns raw speed into dynamic, high‑energy images.
Mar
12
7:00 PM19:00
Creating Imaginative Still Life Images: Lisa Bell Jamison
Maybe you’ve thought about trying still life photography but just haven’t dipped your toe in the water or perhaps you’ve already taken the dive. Whether you’re new to still life photography or a seasoned professional, this program will help you with the process of conceptualizing and creating still life photos that resonate with your audience. We’ll cover a range of topics including the types of still life photography, equipment and tools required, where to find props and backdrops, and how to spark inspiration. Additionally, we’ll cover compositional techniques, color, camera angles and lighting and how they all come together to create an impactful visual story.
Still life photography isn’t just for beginners. It’s also a place for pros to test new ideas or hone their craft. Please join us to explore the art of still life. This program promises something for everyone whether you’re interested just for your own growth or to create art to sell.
(Bring your camera and tripod. We will bring some props and set up practice areas.)
Biography:
Lisa Bell Jamison is a lifelong Hoosier having grown up in Indianapolis and still resides in Fishers, Indiana. She is a fine art photographer with a special interest in nature and still life photography. Her still life work has earned top honors including Best of Show in several competitions including Best of Show – Professional Color in the Indiana State Fair and the Indiana On-Line Image competitions. Lisa has twice been named a Top Ten Indiana Photographer.
In addition to being an avid photographer Lisa is an avid reader, a nature-lover, a life-long learner and a perpetual daydreamer. Her passion for photography is unwavering and she is in a perpetual state of learning new skills in her pursuit of excellence in the field. She enjoys being part of the local photography community and hopes to give back for all that it has given her. Photography has shown her there is beauty in everything if you look closely enough.
Apr
30
7:00 PM19:00
Weekly Meeting: Board meeting -- All Members Welcome
Meeting Location: Zoom
Tonight has been set aside for a meeting of Photo Venture officers and committee chairs. However, any interested club members are welcome to attend.
The final agenda will be posted here.
This will be an in-depth session tackling a broad range of topics -- membership, competitions, programs, new ways to communicate with the club, our Facebook and web pages, field trips, meeting presentations, the works. If you have ideas, we want to hear them
Jun
18
7:00 PM19:00
WEEKLY MEETING: PRINT SELECTION-INDIANA STATE FAIR
(photo by Bill Bubenzer)
SPECIAL NOTE:
Please turn in digital files of the images, on June 4, 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).
Jul
30
7:00 PM19:00
Weekly Meeting: Board meeting -- All Members Welcome
Meeting Location: Zoom
Tonight has been set aside for a meeting of Photo Venture officers and committee chairs. However, any interested club members are welcome to attend.
The final agenda will be posted here.
This will be an in-depth session tackling a broad range of topics -- membership, competitions, programs, new ways to communicate with the club, our Facebook and web pages, field trips, meeting presentations, the works. If you have ideas, we want to hear them
Dec
25
7:00 PM19:00
Dec
11
6:00 PM18:00
Carmel Christkindlmarkt Shoot
Join us tonight at the Carmel Christkindlemarkt 6pm - 9pm.
We will meet up on the steps of the Palladium facing the market before splitting up into smaller groups to wander around and through the holiday spirit.
Bring your camera to capture the holiday and to share at the next week's meeting!
Step into the Magic of the Holidays and Experience the Authentic German Tradition of Christkindlmarkt!
Stroll through the market and enjoy delicious German food and beverage offerings from over 60 huts, shop for unique gifts, and enjoy holiday music performed by artists from around the world. Watch in awe as German artisans and craftsmen demonstrate their creations right in front of you or lace up your skates and glide to the sights and sounds of Christmas. Crafts, characters and music await your little ones in the Kinderecke and there are even more brand new features this year, beginning November 23.
Dec
4
6:30 PM18:30
Holiday Party and White Elephant Print Exchange
Please bring an appetizer 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!! 🙂 🙂
Please bring an appetizer or dessert to share. Please bring your own drink. We will have some water and tea on hand, no alcohol
Hope you'll join us for an always enjoyable evening!
Nov
27
12:00 AM00:00
Happy Thanksgiving: No meeting
Happy Thanksgiving to all, we will not be meeting this evening.
Nov
6
7:00 PM19:00
Weekly Meeting: Photo Share
Location: Zoom
Tonight is a great time to share images you have taken at club activities! You can also share “How you did it” or ask for a photo critique.
Let’s limit the images to three per person until everyone has a chance to share
We look forward to seeing you online!
Oct
30
7:00 PM19:00
Weekly Meeting: Board meeting -- All Members Welcome
Meeting Location: Zoom
Tonight has been set aside for a meeting of Photo Venture officers and committee chairs. However, any interested club members are welcome to attend.
The final agenda will be posted here.
This will be an in-depth session tackling a broad range of topics -- membership, competitions, programs, new ways to communicate with the club, our Facebook and web pages, field trips, meeting presentations, the works. If you have ideas, we want to hear them
Oct
9
7:00 PM19:00
Ronda and Ryan in Ecuador
Meeting: Zoom
Join Ronda and Ryan, PVCC Members, as they share their experience traveling to Ecuador including the Galapagos islands and the Amazon rainforest in July.
They visited 8 islands and observed most of the endemic species found there. They will discuss the tour company, preparations, living aboard a yacht, challenging shooting conditions (from a moving zodiac to underwater), the equipment and share stories from their adventures. Most importantly, they will have a few wildlife and landscape images to share with the group.
Oct
2
7:00 PM19:00
Life on the Palouse: Michael Jack
Join us for a visual tour of the beauty of the Palouse region of northwest US. Club member Michael Jack is an award winning landscape and travel photographer. He will share his insights and experiences from his adventure
Sep
11
6:00 PM18:00
Remembering 9/11 and All Who Have Served to Keep Us Free - Memorial Tour
We will be having a Photo Walk along the downtown canal to remember and photograph the 9/11, Medal of Honor memorial, and the USS Indianapolis Memorial.
We are Meeting at the 9/11 Memorial: Indiana 9/11 Memorial: 421 W Ohio St, Indianapolis, IN 46202
Other locations we will visit are:
(9/11 Memorial is next to the IFD Fire House #13: 439 W Ohio St, Indianapolis, IN 46202)
Medal of Honor Memorial: 650 West Washington St, on the canal, Indianapolis
USS Indianapolis Memorial: 692 Ellsworth St, on the canal, Indianapolis
Every American will forever feel the impact of the September 11, 2001 attacks. It is a hallow feeling that still resides in the hearts of us all. In the brief moments it took to execute the attacks, our lives changed forever; we realized our country was not impervious to outsiders, nor were we impervious to pain.
Established in 2010, and expanded for the 20th anniversary in 2021, the Indiana 9/11 Memorial honors those who perished in the 9/11 attacks, and the United States service members who have lost their lives since in the War on Terror. Today we join together to compassionately honor and remember the 2,975 individuals who were killed on September 11, 2001, in the terrorist attacks on America, as well as those who were injured during the attacks, and the many who rose in service in response, the first responders, volunteers, rescue and recovery workers, uniformed safety personnel, and the hundreds of thousands of others who serve, or have served in our armed forces here at home and overseas.
We will also visit the other memorials along the canal: The Medal of Honor Memorial and the USS Indianapolis Memorial. This is the 80th Anniversary of the loss of the USS Indianapolis. I have met several of the survivors and am a close friend Karen Fuller the daughter of Richard Thelen (aka. Pops). His story of survival is amazing and one I will never forget and always be grateful for. Come remember these great heros and honor them with beautiful photographs.
https://www.indianawarmemorials.org/explore/indiana-9-11-memorial/
https://www.indianawarmemorials.org/explore/medal-of-honor-memorial/
https://www.indianawarmemorials.org/explore/uss-indianapolis-memorial/
We are also collecting your photos of the 9/11 Memorial and any other Memorial you wish to share! We will put these into a slideshow to share with the club before the next meeting during social hour. OR if it rains out our canal walk, we will share them during today's meeting. Please send them to me @ jennifer.spence1124@gmail.com.
Aug
28
7:00 PM19:00
Fashion and Portfolio Photography: Steven Brokaw
Join us for an evening with Steven Brokaw!
”Goal of the presentation is to provide an overview of the process I follow for fashion and model agency portfolio photography. The presentation will be broken into 2 parts. A discussion / presentation on the workflow used and then an in-studio photoshoot focusing on lighting and working with an agency model.”
The presentation will consist of:
• The photoshoot preparation and planning
• The photoshoot (meet Steve’s model for this shoot)
• The photoshoot follow-up
• The Do’s and Don’t
This will be an interactive presentation so questions are welcome.
More about Steve:
I'm a professional portrait, beauty and fashion photographer.
I'm based in Indianapolis / Carmel, IN, USA.My focus is commercial & editorial fashion, beauty and portraits / headshots. Studio work is done at Focus On Studio in Carmel, IN (a north-side suburb of Indianapolis).
Available for location photoshoots and travel.
https://stevenbrokawphotography.com/
Aug
14
7:00 PM19:00
Stuart Fabe's Antique Camera Collection
For more than 50 years, Stuart Fabe has been fascinated by early cameras — the elegance of their designs, the precision of their mechanics, and the powerful stories captured through their lenses. Fabe, an accomplished night sky photographer from Greencastle, Ind., has translated that fascination into a comprehensive collection of antique cameras.
You won't want to miss Fabe's fun and informative presentation on the many ways people have dreamed up tools to make photographs. He will have several of his antique and unusual cameras on hand for us to inspect.
Aug
7
4:30 PM16:30
Indianapolis Indians Game: With Adam Pintar
Update from Adam:
Tickets will be printed out and distributed to each person.
For Thursday, I’ll have you all meet outside the suite and administration entrance on the west side of the ballpark and I’ll bring your credentials out all at once and we can enter as a group. I have a short presentation to go over with the group in one of meeting rooms and then we’ll head down to the field.
Regarding lens selection, I personally run a 24-70 2.8, 70-200 2.8, and my 400 2.8. I also sometimes have my 14mm on me and the Indians’ 150-600mm, but the latter isn’t super useful for evening/night games.
PVCC paid members have an opportunity to photograph the Indians game on Thursday, August 7, 2025, the game starts at 6:35 PM.
Registration is limited to the first twelve (12) registrants. You must be a paid member of PVCC, sign the Victory Field and Indianapolis Indians GENERAL RELEASE AND WAIVER, and also have a current PVCC waiver on file. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
Adam Pintar, Senior Director of Brand, Marketing and Communications and head photographer of the Indians will be our host. He will meet with us at 4:30 PM to give us instructions and a brief summary of his go to photography techniques and recommendations.
The tickets are free and we will have great access to photo areas around Victory Field.
You are responsible for your own parking (Government Center, Convention Center, White River Park etc.)
Victory Field is located at 501 W Maryland St, Indianapolis, IN 46225
Jul
31
7:00 PM19:00
No Club Meeting
No meeting tonight. The officers and board are meeting to recap action items from Saturday’s brainstorming session. All members are welcome to attend! We are meeting at Focus On Studio from 7:00-9:00 PM
If we don’t see you on Thursday evening at the board gathering, we will see you at the Indiana State Fair gathering tomorrow night!
It's State Fair Time! Jen's favorite time of the year!
Join us with a visit to the Indiana Arts Building Photography Gallery at 6:00 pm to view all the amazing photographs submitted by fellow Hoosiers....and to see how we did in the 2025 Photo Club Competition. Fingers crossed we can once again obtain the "Best Club of 2025"!
For anyone interested, Bill and Jen traditionally get food before the photo exhibit. Corn on the cob, steak sandwich, and elephant ears...YUM! Jen will post a FB notice for anyone who wants to meet up.
Bring your cameras as many of us will stay to shoot the iconic State Fair Sign and lots of the amusement area.
Jul
24
7:00 PM19:00
Hocking Hills Photo Share
Meeting Location: Zoom
Join Cindy Breneman and others as they share photos from the recent PVCC trip to Hocking Hills last month.
This would be a great way to experience the trip if you were unable to attend and also scout out some shots if you plan on going there in the future.
Jul
24
7:00 PM19:00
Update on the PVCC Photo Critiques Facebook Group
Meeting Location: Zoom
The new version of the "PVCC Photo Critiques Facebook Group" for PAID MEMBERS ONLY is up!
Charles Yang will walk us through the updated version of the PVCC Photo Critiques Facebook Group.
This Facebook Group is for PVCC paid members only. Since we are in the first month of our new fiscal year, members during 2024-25 will receive an invite to joint the group.
Jul
10
6:30 PM18:30
Jul
3
7:00 PM19:00
Fireworks Photography
Location: Zoom
Are you all set for photographing fireworks over Independence Day?
Join PVCC club member Bill Bubenzer as he walks us through the process from beginning to end:
What gear do you need?
Preparing your gear before the shoot
Setting up the right at the right location
Camera settings
Bonus: Can I do all this with my phone?
Jun
26
7:00 PM19:00
Club Information and Photo Share
Meeting: Zoom
Club information and photo share. Bring your questions and photos!
Share 5 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, cool night of beautiful photos.
Jun
19
7:00 PM19:00
Club Elections
According to PVCC Bylaws, a nominating committee shall be established by the President at the last meeting in April.
Nominations shall be presented to the club at the first meeting in June.
Nominations may be accepted from the floor, with the prior concurrence of the nominee. The election shall be the third meeting in June.
Current 2025-26 Officer Nominations:
President: Paul Schoon
Vice President- Jonesy
Secretary- Mark Sachs
Treasurer- Bill Bubenzer
Current 2025-26 Committee Chair Appointments:
Competitions: Jay van Santen and Charles Yang
Field Trips: Jonesy
Historian/ Librarian: Eric Schoch
Membership: Sara Browning
Programs: Mike Pariso
Website: Bill Bubenzer
Jun
19
7:00 PM19:00
WEEKLY MEETING: PRINT SELECTION-INDIANA STATE FAIR
(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).
Jun
12
5:00 PM17:00
Field Trip: Ray Skillman Classic Cars
JOIN US FOR A PRIVATE SHOWING AT RAY SKILLMAN CLASSIC CARS
Ray Skillman Classic Cars in Greenwood, IN treats the needs of each individual customer with paramount concern. We know that you have high expectations, and as a car dealer we enjoy the challenge of meeting and exceeding those standards each and every time. Allow us to demonstrate our commitment to excellence!
CORRECTED ADDRESS LINK: https://maps.app.goo.gl/temfL5zHvLQmWjuNA
Jun
5
7:00 PM19:00
Club Elections: Nominations Due
According to PVCC Bylaws, a nominating committee shall be established by the President at the last meeting in April.
Nominations shall be presented to the club at the first meeting in June.
The bylaws state nominations may be accepted from the floor, with the prior concurrence of the nominee. The election shall be the third meeting in June.
Since we are not meeting in person June 5, please email your nominations to President Jonesy at president@photoventure.org
Current 2025-26 Officer Nominations:
President: Paul Schoon
Vice President- Jonesy
Secretary- Mark Sachs
Treasurer- Bill Bubenzer
Current 2025-26 Committee Chair Appointments:
Competitions: Jay van Santen and Charles Yang
Field Trips: Jonesy
Historian/ Librarian: Eric Schoch
Membership: Sara Browning
Programs: Mike Pariso
Website: Bill Bubenzer
May
29
12:01 AM00:01
No Meeting
We will not be meeting this evening. Please be safe and enjoy your holiday weekend!
May
22
5:30 PM17:30
Weekly Meeting: Benjamin Harrison Presidential Site (CANCELLED)
THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED
Join us for a picture-perfect evening at the Benjamin Harrison Presidential Site. If you missed their Garden Party on Sunday, then here is to 2nd chances. The historic gardens will be in full bloom - including Indiana's state flower (and Jen's), the peony.
If you want, bring some cheese and crackers to share for an impromptu picnic. Bring your own drink. We will have plates and napkins. Bring a chair also.
Photographers are encouraged to share their images with us on social media. Don’t miss this chance to capture a stunning piece of history!
Thanks!
Jen
May
8
7:00 PM19:00
WORKSHOP: Ellie Sophia Brown - Pet Photography
THIS IS A WORKSHOP: Ellie will have some Godox lights set up for us to get some pet photos, if you want to shoot and have your own compatible trigger, please bring it with you.
Join us for an evening with Ellie Sophia Brown - Pet Photographer
From Ellie’s website:
I am still coming to terms with losing my heart dog Sweet Pea, she’s the one pictured to my left. We all miss her, but Jett pictured to my right, hasn’t been the same since. At thirteen his own medical problems crept up as soon as we lost her, and only months later we almost lost him too. I can’t even explain the emotional turmoil I was in while rushing him to the same animal hospital I had driven Sweet Pea to. Even more painful was when they kept him for emergency surgery and told me to go home, alone. The reality of driving away by myself a second time was devastating. My pets are my children and along with my human child, I fiercely protect them, nurture them and love them. As I continue to grieve for Sweet Pea, I am thankful Jett did come home that day, but it got me thinking…
Photography is a second career for me. I worked for two decades in the fields of mental health and counseling, and I have to admit I used to believe that my career change was a selfish one. One that prioritized my own joy over helping others. However no amount of therapy I once provided ever brought the same joy I now capture. No condolences ever offered the same peace as a perfectly captured moment. I always thought I had left behind my more meaningful career path, but when I wiped away the tears as I picked up Jett that day after his surgery, I came to the realization that maybe I was wrong. My images of Sweet Pea are all I have left, and as I anxiously awaited news of Jett I stared at his eyes looking back at me from one of my favorite photographs. I have the unique privilege of providing that, of offering that treasured gift, and I think it might be the most valuable thing I have ever done.
May
1
7:00 PM19:00
Eric in Paris
Zoom Meeting
So you’re in Paris for the first time. And Paris is hosting the Olympics. The City of Light, or the Games of the XXXIII Olympiad? Why not both?
Photo Venture member Eric Schoch will take us through his and his wife’s 10 great and exhausting days of cafes, sports arenas and museums in Paris last August.
Apr
24
7:00 PM19:00
Apr
24
7:00 PM19:00
Club Election Process Begins
According to PVCC Bylaws, a nominating committee shall be established by the President at the last meeting in April.
Nominations shall be presented to the club at the first meeting in June.
Nominations may be accepted from the floor, with the prior concurrence of the nominee. The election shall be the third meeting in June.
Apr
10
7:00 PM19:00
Fast Skates and Fast Frames - How to Shoot Roller Derby
Zoom Meeting
Join us tonight to learn more about Roller Derby and how to capture some amazing photos. To prepare for our Saturday, May 3rd field trip to the Naptown Roller Derby Bout. Our guest speaker, Fire Anne Brimstone (Jennifer Spence) and Tom Klubens who will be sharing her knowledge of the game and tips on shooting it. We will be covering some of the following:
The rules, positions, gear, hit zones and the game in general.
What are some of the key moments to look for and what to shoot.
Fan & photographer etiquette during the bout.
And maybe some camera tips.
Check your calendars to see if you can attend the bout on Sat, May 3rd. The bout has a $10 ticket fee but it is well worth the money!
Mar
27
7:00 PM19:00
Grace Hollars: Visual Journalist
Join us for an evening with Grace Hollars:
My name is Grace. I have an endless amount of energy and I know how to use it to my advantage. I am extremely passionate, quirky, and edgy — a constant burst of joy.
Dream Job: Wonder Woman (superpowers only functional behind a camera)
Current Occupation: Visual Journalist for the Indianapolis Star — USA Today Network (not quite Wonder Woman, but close enough)
For any questions about hiring please feel free to email or text at any time.
Portfolio: www.gracehollars.photography
Email: gracehollarsthephotog@gmail.com
Phone number: 765-749-6827
Instagram: @_gracehollars
Experience
Current position: Visual Journalist (Sports Specialist) at The Indianapolis Star — A USA Today Network. Visual team for USA Today Sports Olympics coverage. Photographed 2020 Tokyo Summer Olympics for USA Today Sports. 2019-present.
Student Photographer, Ball State Creative Services & Communications; Muncie, IN — 2018-2019
Richmond Times-Dispatch; Richmond, VA. 2018 Summer Photo Intern
Olympics Photographer: 2016 Summer Olympics, Rio De Janeiro, Brazil & 2018 Winter Olympics, PyeongChang, South Korea for Ball State at the Games
Photographer, Daily News; Muncie, IN — 2016-2018
Photography Intern, The Star Press; Muncie, IN — Summer of 2013