Frank Van Riper and Venice in Winter.
Wednesday, Oct. 8th, 7:30 p.m.
McLeanCommunity Center
Frank Van Riper, the Washington Post photography columnist since 1992, will discuss the 6-year projectto document life in the floating city of Venice, Italy, undertaken with hiswife and professional partner Judith Goodman. Documentary photography, capturing the decisive moment andusing small flash units on location with surprising results, when he speaks at our October 8th meeting to unveilhis latest book, Serenissima: Venice in Winter.
Van Riper hopes to have copies of the book--which is now onits way from Italy--for sale and signing. The eleganthardcover coffee-table book, printed in bxw tritone, costs$50.
Frank Van Riper is an award-winning documentary and fineart photographer whose work has been publishedinternationally. His work is in the permanent collections of the NationalMuseum of American Art and the National Portrait Gallery,and the Portland Museum of Art (Portland, Maine.) His 1998book of photography and essays, Down East Maine/A WorldApart, was nominated for a Pulitzer Prize and won the silvermedal for photography from the Art Director's Club ofMetropolitan Washington.
Since 1992, Van Riper has been the photography columnist ofthe Washington Post. Before that he was a political writerand editor in the Washington Bureau of the New York DailyNews, serving as White House correspondent, nationalpolitical correspondent and Washington Bureau news editor. He currently teaches photography at PhotoWorks at Glen Echo
Park, Md.
/ President’s Message
Thanks to Manuel Hernandez and Bill Prosser for last month’s presentation. Manuel and Bill helped us to critique some of the best competition photos from the Photographic Society of America.
I believe our Competitions chair Mona has found us a really fine speaker for our next meeting (Oct. 8) – Frank Van Riper. Frank happens to be the Washington Post photography columnist! A description of his background and his talk is on the left side of this page.
New feature – tips & techniques just before the meetings: Only one suggestion for a help topic has been received since first asking for help topics about 3 months ago. If you have a question about a camera, Photoshop, etc., but could use some hints on how to get around a problem, please forward these questions to and we’ll see if Bill Prosser can help with a possible solution or technique and we’ll cover one the 10 or 15 minutes before each meeting.
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Upcoming area events:
Location Photo Workshops w/ Corey Hilz (Fall Foliage Oct. 9-12)
Bill Folsom workshops at Meadowlark,
Biotrek Adventure Travels with Sunny Reynolds
Christine Kent Bowles,
Smithsonian classes, e.g. Working with Digital Cameras
Horizon Creativity Workshops,
Virginia Photo Safaris,
Ace Photo classes,
Bella Vista Photo Workshops,
Daguerreian Society 20th Anniversary Symposium
Photography for Artists class (making photos out of artwork)
And, as always, be sure to check out the Northern Virginia Association of Camera Clubs (NOVACC) events, field trips, and workshops listed on p. 8. The NOVACC Web site is at:
Upcoming exhibitions, workshops, events
Location Photography Workshops with Corey Hilz
Join Corey Hilz to photograph in a great location at a beautiful time of year, receive personal attention in the field and learn how you can make your photographs even better. Location workshops allow Corey to spend more time assisting participants and answering questions while out photographing. The workshops also include critiques and presentations on composition, creative techniques, image evaluation and editing, software and more.
2008 Workshop Schedule:
Fall Foliage in West Virginia: October 9-12
Details about each workshop (and photo galleries) can be found at in the “Instruction” section.
In the middle of May, Corey took a 10 day trip to Montenegro. No workshop, no assignment, just ten days to explore the country and the photographic possibilities. He was impressed right from the beginning when he saw green mountains rising up behind the cities and towns clustered along the coast. He also spent time in two national parks in the northern part of the country. There was still plenty of snow on the mountains up there! There are two Montenegro galleries on Corey’s blog. <
To read more about Corey’s travels in Montenegro, go to the blog archives and take a look at the entries from May 12 - 20. <
Also, just below the Montenegro gallery entries on his blog, you'll find a gallery from St. Michaels, Maryland.
Feel free to contact Corey Hilz with any questions: or 703.473.4618
Bill Folsom workshops at Meadowlark
Goto to see Bill Folsom classes dealing with the key elements of photography. Introductory classes are offered aimed at beginners; those classes provide a very gentle overview of all aspects of photography in a 1 to 2 hour lecture. Intermediate classes help beginners to understand the basics of photography (lighting, equipment, composition) and are also helpful to those who wish to become better photographers. Some of the advanced classes can also be taken by beginners once they have some experience in photography. Advanced techniques, such as understanding aperture, shutter speed, and exposure are useful for those who wish to advance beyond the "point-and-shoot" style of photography. If the weather cooperates, classes frequently head outside to photograph in the Gardens for an hour or so after each class.
William B. Folsom Photography, Inc.
7600 Tremayne Place, #104
McLean, VA22102
cell: 571-213-8696
Joseph Rossbach Photography Workshops
Chincoteague, VA Nov. 21-23
-- Web site
443-603-2384
-- samples of Joe's photos
-- schedule of workshops
and introducing Mountain Trail Photo - a brand new website for photographers
Joe is part of a new website, Mountain Trail Photo ( Mountain Trail Photo is your one-stop source for nature photography inspiration, education, and exploration. There you will find image galleries from the Mountain Trail Photo Team (which is made up of some of the nation's most talented nature photographers); how-to articles and trip reports; information on nature photography workshops; and links to purchase team members' books and calendars. Also, Mountain Trail Photo holds regular nature photography contests, giving participants the opportunity to win prizes and discounts on workshops, and to have their images displayed on the site. With regular updates -- including recent images, blog entries, and new articles every month -- there's always something new to discover at Mountain Trail Photo. Whether you are an avid nature photographer looking to sharpen your skills, or just someone who likes looking at beautiful photographs, this is the site for you!
Christine Kent Bowles -- Macro Photography Workshop
For more information, please visit the Specialty Workshop area of herwebsite at: or e-mail Christine at
Smithsonian classes:
The Smithsonian has many photography and digital media classes and events going on:
An example of one of the classes:
Working with Digital Cameras:
This hands-on workshop covers topics such as obtaining a good exposure using various shooting modes; making exposure adjustments on an image that is too light or dark; controlling color and tone as files are captured; understanding resolution, picture quality, and file formats such as JPEG and RAW; transferring files to the computer; and organizing files with a browser.
Meli Mathis
The Smithsonian Associates
Public Affairs Intern
202-633-8671
WashingtonSchool of Photography
4850 Rugby Ave., Bethesda, MD20814
301-654-1998
WSP has workshops and professional programs in nature photography, digital specialties (like Photoshop), film photography, studio lighting, fine art photography, gallery events, and more.
Biotrek Adventure Travels
Sunny Reynolds, Director
81 Main Street, Warrenton, VA20186USA * (540) 349-0040
E-mail:
Bella Vista Photography Workshops
Mary Louise Ravese
(540) 882-9354
Ace Photo classes
Ace Photo
44710 Cape Ct.
Suite 122
Ashburn , VA , 20147United States
703-430-3333
Horizon Creativity Workshops:
Steve Gottlieb
Director, Horizon Workshops
98 Bohemia Ave. PO Box 9
Chesapeake City, MD21915
410 885-2433
Virginia Photo Safaris
Oct 24-26 - Delaware Water Gap -Poconos, Pa - 3 day safari
Nov 14-16 - Chincoteague Island, Va - 3 day safari
Nov 29 - Conowingo Dam, Md - Full day safari
Dec 13 - Bombay Hook NWR - Smyrna, De - 1/2 day safari
Daguerreian Society 20th Anniversary Symposium
Friday, November 7, 2008 $15
10:00 A.M. to 12:45 P.M.
2:30 P.M. to 6:00 P.M.
DonaldW.ReynoldsCenter for American Art and Portraiture
The National Portrait Gallery
Nan Tucker McEvoy Auditorium
8th and G Street NW Entrance
Washington, DC
Photography for Artists!
How to make a really good photo of your artwork.
One-day class will cover photographing your artwork in the morning session (10-12), and editing your photos on the computer in the afternoon session (1-4).
The class can be taken as a morning, afternoon, or all day class.
Class size limited for afternoon/all day session.
Wednesday, October 1st from 10-4
If there is enough interest, the class will be held again on:
Saturday, October 4th, from 10-4
Instructor: Susan MacKenzie, Professional Photographer
Classes will be held at:
Loft Gallery Art Studio
313 Mill St., Occoquan
$85
To register, call Susan: (H) 540-822-4628, or (C) 703-727-5403.
Please remit payment to:
Susan MacKenzie, P.O. Box 69, Lovettsville, VA20180
Meadowlark 2009:
2009 People's Choice Contest:
The theme is Ponds and Wetlands. This includes scenes of wetlands and ponds, as well as plants and wildlife at these locations. Photos must be taken in the Mid-Atlantic region (New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, West Virginia, Delaware, Maryland, Virginia and WashingtonDC). No hand of man is allowed.
Search for art opportunities, such as Jurored Shows, Online Jurored Shows, Calls For Work, etc, by the type of media allowed. Now photographers can find shows to enter that consider photography appropriate art, rather than wading through disappointing listings and wasting their time. It’s free.
e-mail:
Exhibiting opportunities for MPC members:
Arlington Library:
Their art staff (under auspices of Friends of the Public Library) is always on the lookout for artists and photographers especially given additional new branches with lots of walls. They are more disposed to individuals or to group shows that have a theme. Shirlington Branch displayed about 15 of Gloria Freund’s photos in mid-Dec through Feb. They also asked if Gloria would hang several at the central branch in June. They are interested in hearing from more prospective artists. Individuals should apply for this great opportunity. Photographers must prepare & frame their work for a gallery-hanging format. If accepted, photographers also are invited to offer works for sale; the library keeps 20% for anything that sells. Submission are juried on a quarterly basis through the year. Here is the web site, there is a pdf download with instructions for applying:
The SonaBank:
Themanager of the Sonabank at 6830 Old Dominion Drive (corner of Old Dominion and Beverly Road)would like us to exhibit some of our pictures at the bank. There are approximately28 linear feet of wall space spread throughout the lobby available for display. We can also make use of another 32 linear feet in an open office and behindthe teller stations (which we might or might not want to utilize.)
Requirements: Any print accepted into Meadowlark as well as any print which has received a 1st, 2nd 3rd, or honorable mention in any MPC competition (or any other NVACC competition.)
Pictures must be framed and matted with wire on the backs. (Norestrictions on mats or frames as to type or color.)
Subject Matter: Open
Installation: Easy, no fishline! We can hammer into the walls small picture hangers.Each exhibitor must hang his/her own pictures. I hope there will be enough interest so that we can have a rotating exhibit within the club.
Sale: Pictures can be for sale. I will prepare labels and price sheets. We will need to sign a waiver releasing the bank from liability in case a picture is stolen or damaged.
If you are interested please get back to Tony Hathawayfor a first come first serve for this first exhibit.
He will get back to those who are interested with more details. If you can give me a rough idea of how many images you would like to show that would be helpful.
Anthony Hathaway --
Other venues to exhibit:
La Grand Cafe -- This lovely and friendly venue in middle of McLean is open daily 'till 5 pm except Sundays. It offers wall
space for about 6 - 8 framed works, depending on size. The owner, Hilaire, also offers counter space for an artist
statement and business cards. If interested, please contact Bill Prosser who is coordinating the exhibit schedule. A word
to the wise: Le Grand Cafe also offers delicious light French fare, so time your photographic display missions or trips to
check-out the venue to occur at mealtime. A few club members have already displayed there, and others will be exhibiting
in coming weeks. (Bill, Gloria Freund, Minnie Gallman, Jan Ponder.)
Stop by and see the photos being exhibited and enjoy a delicious breakfast pastry, lunch, or afternoon snack with your coffee or
tea. Located in the SalonaVillage in McLean (on Chain Bridge Road near Mesmeralds and across from the Safeway).
UnitarianChurch in Reston, VA -- Check with Bill, Gloria, Tony Hathaway, or call Bruce Copping at 703-725-9331.
Joe Miller critiques via e-mail:
1) Be sure your image is no more than 8-bits per channel (In PS: Image > Mode & check 8 bits/channel)
2) Change the resolution to 72, change the long side to 500 pixels (Click on Image > Image Size)
3) If you have Photoshop, go to File > Save for Web and set the quality to High and 60 and save.
Or, if you don't use Photoshop
3a) After step 2 save as a JPEG.
4) E-mail it/them to Joe at:
One restriction: Please don't send him more than 3 images at a time.
Photographers' Reproduction Center
12019 Nebel Street Rockville, MD 20854 301-299-7900
Looking for part-time photo assistant:
Someone who can help lug heavy equipment around and who will help assemble cameras, camera lights, tripods, etc. and who will assist Bill Folsom and Jim Goodridge, Bill’s associate at the JPG Photo Events Team, in off-camera flash (that means carrying around a portable flash). The individual MUST be over 21 years (tax and insurance liability) and somewhat flexible about the odd hours we work. The ideal candidate should also have a pretty good understanding of computers and printing and be a good listener and follow instructions.
Initial pay rates will be $10/hour during a short probationary period. Normal rates will increase to $25/hour after about six months, if the candidate proves helpful. Pay will ultimately each $50/hour for major assignments.
The individual should be interested in learning photography and be willing to spend the time learning how to become a valuable member of a photographic team. If you know someone who meets these criteria, please have them get in touch with Bill Folsom or have them contact Jim Goodridge, JPG Photo Events Team at 703-281-5441 or or via his website,
Northern Virginia Alliance of Camera Clubs (NOVACC)
October 2008 programs of the affiliated clubs
(As a member of the McLean Photography Club you may attend any of the listed activities
Loudoun Photography Club
Contact: Mary Austin-Keller ator 703-435-8907
Website:
Meetings: NEW! The George Washington University Virginia Campus, Ashburn (see website for directions)
Program:10/9, “Backyard Bird Photography” with Jack Nevitt
Competition:10/23 – Official Competition, Theme = “Abstract”
Field Trip:TBD, see website or yahoo group discussion list
Manassas Warrenton Camera Club
Contact: Andy Jezioro
Website: .
Meetings: Held on the 1st and 3rd Thurs. at 7:30 pm, ManassasCity Hall, Old Town Manassas, or as indicated.
Program: October 2, 2008 - Guest Speakers Shirley & Patrick Collins; Topic: Nature
Competition: October 16, 2008 – Theme: Junk, Tools & Machinery; Judge: Ellis Rosenberg
McLean Photography Club
Contact: Bruce Copping at (703) 725-9331 or
Website: .
Meetings:Held on the 2nd Wed. at 7:30 pm (meet & greet at 7:15 pm), at the McLeanCommunity Center, or as indicated.
Program:Frank Van Riper, Washington Post columnist, Topic -- Serenissima: Venice in Winter, October 8th, 7:30
Competition: November 12th, 7:30
Northern Virginia Photographic Society
Contact:Tom Brett at 703-642-1595 or
Website:
Meetings: Held at 7:30 pm at Dunn Loring Fire Station, 2148 Gallows Rd., Dunn Loring, Va.
Program:Program: Oct. 7. Speaker, Alan Sislen. “Infrared Photography.”
Competition: Oct. 21. Judge, Warren Standley. Theme: Silhouettes.
Forum:Oct. 28. Joe Miller, “Judging Well Known Paintings Using Camera Club Criteria.”
Members Gallery:Oct. 28. Melanie Marts showing prints; Paul Simmons showing digital projection.
Workshops, Education and Training: Oct. 14.TBD
Field Trips:1) Oct. 4, Joseph Miller Center for the Photographic Arts, ‘How to Look at a Photograph, 10:00 AM-12:30 PM. 2) Oct. 26, National Arboretum (DC), Sun. 8:00 AM. 3) Nov. 7-9, Chicoteague (VA). For details on field trips contact Jerry Abbott,
Reston Photographic Society
Contact:Ellis Rosenberg at 703-855-4008 or
Website:
Meetings: Held the 3rd Monday of the month 7:30-9:30 pm at the Reston Community Center – Lake Anna
Program:On Monday Oct.20th we will meet at the Reston Library 11925 Bowman Towne Rd. Reston 20191. We will have a members showcase. Please bring your images on a CD, DVD, or memory stick, JPEG only and under 1 meg file size. Please bring your mounted prints also.
Competition:Our PhotoArt expo will be hung on Sept 29th at RCCLakeAnne. Entry forms due by Sept 26th. See web site for details.
Vienna Photographic Society
Contact: Mary Jane Fish at (703) 281-9743 or or Mike Stevens at 703-619-1605 or
Website:
Meetings:Held on the 1st and 3rd Wed. at 7:30 pm in the main lecture hall of the Thoreau Middle School, 2505 Cedar Lane, Vienna, VA.
Program: Wed, 10/1 @ 7:30 pm… Joseph Rossbach presenting “An Insider’s View of West Virginia”
Competition: Wed, 10/15 @ 7:30 pm… non-themed competition… judge <tba>
Field Trip: Fri-Sun, 10/17-19… Exploring the Highland Scenic Byway in West Virginia… for more information, contact Martin Fish at or Terry Goplerud at