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About SVNP
The Sudbury
Valley Nature Photographers
are an informal
group of more than one hundred talented advanced amateur and professional
photographers from the western suburbs of Boston, brought together by
their passion for capturing the beauty and power of nature through
photography.
The group was
established in 1995, and regularly exhibits its members' work throughout
eastern Massachusetts and on the Internet.
Meetings are held
the second Thursday of every month at 7:00 PM in the Great Room in the
Main House at Traditions Senior Living Facility in Wayland,
Massachusetts.
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Beautiful Video by
National Geographic Photographer DeWitt Jones
Celebrate What's Right With The World (tm) teaches what a
powerful force having a vision of possibilities can be for you. Do you
have a vision for your organization? More importantly, do you have one
for yourself? One that gets you excited every morning and keeps you open
to possibilities.
Enjoy
the message and marvel at his photography
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New Book on
SPEEDLIGHTS &
SPEEDLITES
Nikon's SPEEDLIGHTS
& Canon's SPEEDLITES are modern miracles but most professional &
advanced amateurs are still using their flashes as they have for
decades. The computers packed into today's speedlights have made
lighting so much different than in the past.
This book seeks to inform all photographers, first, about the use of one
simple camera mounted flash and all the new things it allows you to do.
The manufacturers
of these devices have been reluctant to inform the photography world
about the power contained in these speedlights but now there is a book
available that can help.
SPEEDLIGHTS &
SPEEDLITES: Creative Flash Photography at Lightspeed fill in all the details & to make the
transition easy.
Order from Amazon or your favorite bookstore.
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Next Meeting
Thursday, July 9, 7:00 PM
Images From
Newbury/Plum Island Field Trip
Spring on
the marsh and around Newbury...Sue Abrahamsen, Betsy Moyer, Marilyn
Tromer and Carol Walsh will show images from their field trip to
Newbury.
Members are also
invited to bring several images for viewing and comment. The
subject matter is "open."
Come early and
enjoy snacks and conversation at 6:30 pm. We need volunteers to bring a
few nibblies and some beverages. If you are able to help, please
call Wayne Hall 978-443-9226 or Betsy Moyer.
You can view the
club's ongoing exhibit at Traditions prior to the meeting. If you have
print(s) for hanging at Traditions (and we would like more) please
contact Wayne Hall (978-443-9226) or Betsy Moyer (508-358-2939). Or
simply bring them to the meeting. We welcome new additions and
replacements for the Traditions Exhibit.
Meetings are
held at Traditions of Wayland, 10 Green Way, Wayland.
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Double Header June Meeting
Panoramic Images Presented &
Creating Photo Coffee Table Books Discussed
Charlie Lowell dazzled the group with some
stunning panorama shots he has made over a number of years featuring sailboat
races off Cotuit. In addition to a comprehensive slide show, he brought
a number of framed and mounted images of his work. Many of the
panoramic shots required extensive merging of up to 5 separate images.
A challenge with blending multiple images of moving sailboats is
handling the fact that they move between shots.
Bob Diefenbacher presented screen shots of the
user software from Blurb and MyPublisher to explain how
photographers can use them to design publications to showcase
their work. Several members brought in sample books they have
published. A lively discussion followed on the options and
relative merits of the two publishers covered.
Other Meeting
Notes
Arts/Wayland
is presenting its Spring Show through June 29th at the Wayland
Public Library, 5 Concord Road, Wayland. The show is open during
library hours.
Henry
Weisenberger mentioned that there is a special opportunity to observe the
judging of the Photographic Society of America International
Convention Nature Exhibition Judging with Dan Charbonnett FPSA, MNEC at
the Greater Lynn Photographic
Association, 564 Boston Street, Lynn, MA 01905, Saturday,
August 15, beginning at 9:00 am. This is an opportunity to see images
made by photographers from around the world.
Future
Programs
Semi-annual
Member Images Night is scheduled for August . No subject
has been announced. Watch the July newsletter for more information.
On September
10 we will host noted photographer Neil Tischler in a special
showing of his work with flowers, foliage, birds and insects. His work
shows a mastery of composition and a sensitivity to light and detail.
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HDR
Workshop Proposed
If you are interested in exploring the "hot
topic" of creating High Dynamic Range images, please email Bob
Diefenbacher by July 15 if you would like to participate in a DIY
workshop. He is ready to host a workshop to shoot and then process HDR
images. The purpose will be to learn the techniques together rather
than to shoot particularly beautiful images. Because computer software
such as Photomatix (free trial
download) is needed to merge the shots into one image with tone
mapping, the location and date will be decided by those interested in
participating.
Other Field
Trip Ideas?
If you have an idea for future field trips please
email Carol Walsh at
clesliewalsh@hotmail.com. She
is keeping a "running list" to see which places are
appropriate for the season and how many members are interested.
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What Programs Would You Like
This Fall???
Is there a technical topic you would like to learn
about? Can you present a show of your work or images from a
trip?
Do you know a photographer you would like to invite to
present? Please submit your suggestions to Wayne Hall.
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Exhibit
Calendar
Individual Member Exhibits
SVNP members - please notify Wayne Hall of
your upcoming individual exhibits for posting on the SVNP website.
Date
Member
Exhibit Location
We have no information on current
individual member exhibits in the area.
SVNP &
Other Group Exhibits
Date
Exhibit Information
Open
Now!
Special Website Exhibit
Member Images
"Reflections and Shadows"
Through June
30
Arts/Wayland Show
Wayland Public Library
Ongoing
Traditions 6
Green Way, Wayland, MA
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Hunts Announces Educational
Programs
WACOM/LEICA DEMO DAY
Friday June 19 10am-4pm at our flagship location in Melrose, Ma
Factory Reps will be on hand to provide full demos on their entire
lines. If this does not excite you; the pricing will.
CANON DSLR CLASS
Wednesday June 24 6pm-7:30pm at our flagship location in Melrose, Ma
Instructor Rick Berk will provide a guided tour of your Canon
DSLR. Whether you are just starting out or have been at it for
years, you are bound to learn something. Register by calling
781.662.8822 and remember pre-registration is required and space is
limited.
TAMRON WORKSHOP
Friday June 19 5pm-8pm at the Manchester, NH satellite location
Saturday June 20 10am-1pmat our flagship location in Melrose, Ma
Hunt's is proud to host a Tamron Road Series presented by pro
photographer Don Gale. Don is an award-winning photographer who has
earned national recognition for his work. Don has conducted
photographic workshops, seminars and classes at some of the most
beautiful areas in the world. He is a faculty member at
Tri-Community Photography Center, a guest lecturer, the subject of
featured interviews and has produced two instructional videos. $59.00
per person.....Seating is limited; sign up now by registering online
today at www.tamron.com. Included is: A welcome bag,
refreshments, classroom seminar, exclusive Tamron, Bogen, &
Expodisc offers, and door prizes.
Expect a 3-Hour Classroom Seminar
In this fast paced 3-hour seminar, centered on taking better portrait
and macro images, your instructor will present a variety of techniques
that cover exposure, lighting, composition, and more using his stunning
images as a starting point for discussion. Equipment selection
and post-production methods will also be discussed. Be prepared
for an engaging two-way conversation with one of photography's best
shooters.
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