Favorite by: Rob Fisher
Spring by: Rob FisherARCH PHOTO
MIA AT
THIS TIME
Arch by: George Virdokiam
Monday, May 11, 2009
May Scavenger hunt winners
Favorite by: Rob Fisher Spring by: Rob FisherARCH PHOTO
MIA AT
THIS TIME
Arch by: George Virdokiam
GRANBY CAMERA CLUB
MEETING NOTES FOR MAY 4, 2009
Vice President Nancy Canfield chaired our meeting in the absence of Andy Farber.
Nancy opened the meeting by asking each of us to introduce ourselves and tell us what new camera equipment we wanted to purchase next.
Treasurers Report: The current balance is $914.55.
Old Business:
· Simsbury Bank calendar – Discussed the rules and rewards of the Simsbury Bank
annual calendar program. Reminder that bank needs pictures for each month,
and to take pictures with the bank calendar in mind. The more pictures we
submit, the better chance we have of having our pictures selected. Pictures are
submitted to the bank in September.
· Club Forum: Reminder that the Forum is a great place to discuss issues, post
pictures, suggest trips, etc.
Rob suggested we create our own web page rather than rely on the current forum.
Apparently the cost is reasonable. Rob said he would research design options and
cost estimates and report back to us.
· NE Whitewater kayak competition: Rob showed us a slide show of the pictures he took at the NE kayak competition.
· Jeff Feldman: We discussed having Jeff Feldman make a presentation to our club at one of the meetings in the fall of this year or next year. Jeff takes pictures of many Connecticut waterways and recently gave a slide show of his photos to the Simsbury Camera Club. We believe he charges $75.00. The program committee will consider inviting Jeff at their meeting this summer.
An addition to the minutes - only a few members turned in photos for the Library Exhibit. The deadline date for submission for the show has been extended to May 15th. Details about the exhibit are on the forum - turn in the framed photo to the Library (let them know it is for the Exhibit).
New Business:
· Program Committee: At next months meeting we will organize a Program Committee to decide the monthly programs for 2009 – 2010. It was agreed that each of us would bring one idea to next months meeting for the program committee to consider for next year.
Harry has compiled a partial list of past club programs. He will complete the list and post it on the forum for future reference.
· Car Show: There will be an evening car show in Granby every Monday night starting in June. The show will be held on the grounds of Marks Auto Body.
Evening Presentation: Dick O’Donnell – Special Lighting Techniques.
· Tips for sunrises and sunsets:
· Bring a tripod and remote shutter release.
· Neutral density filter.
· Select location – where does sun rise and set.
· Put on manual focus, manual mode or aperture priority
· ISO of 100 or 200.
· Set white balance for twilight mode.
· Don’t look directly through lens at sun – may hurt eyes or sensor in camera.
· Alpenglow – fine particles in atmosphere. Scatters light.
· Can sometimes get the best picture of sunrise or sunset when sun is below the
horizon.
· For sunrises show up about ½ hour before sunrise.
· Meter off to the side of where sun will rise. Then open up one full stop from where
you metered.
· Fog pictures – Lakes and harbors are great. Use a fog filter.
· Look for objects for the focal point in sunrise, sunset and fog pictures.
· Check histograms – Make adjustments as necessary.
Winners of Scavenger Hunt:
ARCH: Trinity – George Virdokiam
SPRING: Stanley Park – Rob
FAVORITE: Pie in face – Rob
Scavenger Hunt words for June:
SPRAY, PATRIOTIC, FAVORITE
Next meeting is June 1, 2009 at 7:00 PM in the Granby Senior Center.
Program for the evening: Rob Fisher - CRITIQUING PHOTOS. Send Rob two photos for the critiquing. Send before Memorial Day.
MEETING NOTES FOR MAY 4, 2009
Vice President Nancy Canfield chaired our meeting in the absence of Andy Farber.
Nancy opened the meeting by asking each of us to introduce ourselves and tell us what new camera equipment we wanted to purchase next.
Treasurers Report: The current balance is $914.55.
Old Business:
· Simsbury Bank calendar – Discussed the rules and rewards of the Simsbury Bank
annual calendar program. Reminder that bank needs pictures for each month,
and to take pictures with the bank calendar in mind. The more pictures we
submit, the better chance we have of having our pictures selected. Pictures are
submitted to the bank in September.
· Club Forum: Reminder that the Forum is a great place to discuss issues, post
pictures, suggest trips, etc.
Rob suggested we create our own web page rather than rely on the current forum.
Apparently the cost is reasonable. Rob said he would research design options and
cost estimates and report back to us.
· NE Whitewater kayak competition: Rob showed us a slide show of the pictures he took at the NE kayak competition.
· Jeff Feldman: We discussed having Jeff Feldman make a presentation to our club at one of the meetings in the fall of this year or next year. Jeff takes pictures of many Connecticut waterways and recently gave a slide show of his photos to the Simsbury Camera Club. We believe he charges $75.00. The program committee will consider inviting Jeff at their meeting this summer.
An addition to the minutes - only a few members turned in photos for the Library Exhibit. The deadline date for submission for the show has been extended to May 15th. Details about the exhibit are on the forum - turn in the framed photo to the Library (let them know it is for the Exhibit).
New Business:
· Program Committee: At next months meeting we will organize a Program Committee to decide the monthly programs for 2009 – 2010. It was agreed that each of us would bring one idea to next months meeting for the program committee to consider for next year.
Harry has compiled a partial list of past club programs. He will complete the list and post it on the forum for future reference.
· Car Show: There will be an evening car show in Granby every Monday night starting in June. The show will be held on the grounds of Marks Auto Body.
Evening Presentation: Dick O’Donnell – Special Lighting Techniques.
· Tips for sunrises and sunsets:
· Bring a tripod and remote shutter release.
· Neutral density filter.
· Select location – where does sun rise and set.
· Put on manual focus, manual mode or aperture priority
· ISO of 100 or 200.
· Set white balance for twilight mode.
· Don’t look directly through lens at sun – may hurt eyes or sensor in camera.
· Alpenglow – fine particles in atmosphere. Scatters light.
· Can sometimes get the best picture of sunrise or sunset when sun is below the
horizon.
· For sunrises show up about ½ hour before sunrise.
· Meter off to the side of where sun will rise. Then open up one full stop from where
you metered.
· Fog pictures – Lakes and harbors are great. Use a fog filter.
· Look for objects for the focal point in sunrise, sunset and fog pictures.
· Check histograms – Make adjustments as necessary.
Winners of Scavenger Hunt:
ARCH: Trinity – George Virdokiam
SPRING: Stanley Park – Rob
FAVORITE: Pie in face – Rob
Scavenger Hunt words for June:
SPRAY, PATRIOTIC, FAVORITE
Next meeting is June 1, 2009 at 7:00 PM in the Granby Senior Center.
Program for the evening: Rob Fisher - CRITIQUING PHOTOS. Send Rob two photos for the critiquing. Send before Memorial Day.
Tuesday, April 14, 2009
Sunday, April 12, 2009
April 6, 2009 - Meeting minutes
GRANBY CAMERA CLUB
MEETING NOTES FOR April 1 ,2009
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President Andy Farber opened the meeting and asked us to introduce ourselves and to tell what we had been taking pictures of this last month.
Treasurer’s Report: Balance: $914.55
Old Business
1. There has been interest in a field trip to the NE Whitewater Championships at Tariffville Gorge. The dates are April 25 and 26. Information can be found on the web site: http://www.frwa.org/ .Check out our forum for car pooling options!
2. Vern collected the pictures for the Kelly Lane Exhibit.
3. Del will be accepting framed 5X7 pictures at the May meeting for the Granby Library Exhibit. These will be up for the month of June and spend the summer exhibited at the Senior Center. Check the forum for more information.
New Business
1. Some new ideas for field trips: Lyme Rock and a Car Exhibit in New York were mentioned. The forum is the place to offer ideas!!!!
Program for the Evening:
Chief Dave Watkins spoke to us about the role of photography in crime investigation. It was very interesting to learn how important photography is and how digital cameras have been integrated into the process. Our many thanks to the Chief for spending such an informative evening with us.
Scavenger Hunt: Winners of this month’s scavenger hunt
Rob won for Red and Lines.
The favorite was taken by either Andy or his son!
Next months word’s: Arch, Spring, and Favorite Photo
Next meeting: May 6, 2009 at the Granby Senior Center at 7 PM
Program: Dick O’Donnell will cover: Special Lighting Techniques
MEETING NOTES FOR April 1 ,2009
http://granbycameraclub.blogspot.com/
http://gcc.mybb2.com/
President Andy Farber opened the meeting and asked us to introduce ourselves and to tell what we had been taking pictures of this last month.
Treasurer’s Report: Balance: $914.55
Old Business
1. There has been interest in a field trip to the NE Whitewater Championships at Tariffville Gorge. The dates are April 25 and 26. Information can be found on the web site: http://www.frwa.org/ .Check out our forum for car pooling options!
2. Vern collected the pictures for the Kelly Lane Exhibit.
3. Del will be accepting framed 5X7 pictures at the May meeting for the Granby Library Exhibit. These will be up for the month of June and spend the summer exhibited at the Senior Center. Check the forum for more information.
New Business
1. Some new ideas for field trips: Lyme Rock and a Car Exhibit in New York were mentioned. The forum is the place to offer ideas!!!!
Program for the Evening:
Chief Dave Watkins spoke to us about the role of photography in crime investigation. It was very interesting to learn how important photography is and how digital cameras have been integrated into the process. Our many thanks to the Chief for spending such an informative evening with us.
Scavenger Hunt: Winners of this month’s scavenger hunt
Rob won for Red and Lines.
The favorite was taken by either Andy or his son!
Next months word’s: Arch, Spring, and Favorite Photo
Next meeting: May 6, 2009 at the Granby Senior Center at 7 PM
Program: Dick O’Donnell will cover: Special Lighting Techniques
Friday, March 13, 2009
March meeting minutes
The March meeting of the Granby Camera Club was canceled due to snow and held on the following Monday.
These notes will be brief as this barrowed laptop has been giving me a real hard time!
Nancy Canfield,our vice president had us all introduce ourselves and tell what the club does for each of us.
Treasurer's report: total from February:$1,014
Old Business:
Some members went to the ski jumps and orchid show.
New Business
Field Trips:
Many are interested in the races at Tariffville Gorge in April
Kelly Lane Exhibit: Vern will replace the existing pictures. The subject will be flowers.
Next month Nancy, Gene,Paula,Cara,Dick will bring an 8x10 photo for the exhibit.
Scavenger Hunt winners:
Sweet and Favorite: Vern
Pink: Rob
Next Month's Scavenger Hunt Word:Red, Lines, and Favorite Photo
Program for the Evening was a presentation on critiqueing by Rob. It was excellent. Rob had many pictures that we talked about, covering cropping, ways to adjust color, raw files and how to work with these files.
Next Meeting will be Monday, April 6 at 7 pm at the Granby Senior CenterChief David Watkins will talk about crime photography
These notes will be brief as this barrowed laptop has been giving me a real hard time!
Nancy Canfield,our vice president had us all introduce ourselves and tell what the club does for each of us.
Treasurer's report: total from February:$1,014
Old Business:
Some members went to the ski jumps and orchid show.
New Business
Field Trips:
Many are interested in the races at Tariffville Gorge in April
Kelly Lane Exhibit: Vern will replace the existing pictures. The subject will be flowers.
Next month Nancy, Gene,Paula,Cara,Dick will bring an 8x10 photo for the exhibit.
Scavenger Hunt winners:
Sweet and Favorite: Vern
Pink: Rob
Next Month's Scavenger Hunt Word:Red, Lines, and Favorite Photo
Program for the Evening was a presentation on critiqueing by Rob. It was excellent. Rob had many pictures that we talked about, covering cropping, ways to adjust color, raw files and how to work with these files.
Next Meeting will be Monday, April 6 at 7 pm at the Granby Senior CenterChief David Watkins will talk about crime photography
Friday, February 06, 2009
Scavenger hunt winners from February 2nd meeting
Chilly by: Rob Fisher
Quick by: Gary Melnysyn
Favorite by: Gary MelnysynTuesday, February 03, 2009
GRANBY CAMERA CLUB
MEETING NOTES FOR February 2,2009
http://granbycameraclub.blogspot.com
http://gcc.mybb2.com/
President Andy Farber opened the meeting and asked us to introduce ourselves and to tell what we had been taking pictures of this last month.
Treasurer’s Report: Balance: $1,014
Old Business
1. The Granby Camera Club Party was a great success.
2. Junior Camera Club
It seems most members and their interested children are just too busy to commit to a specific meeting time. Rob will refund their dues.
3. Program Ideas for next year
Shooting Raw
Harry had a suggestion for a program. Jeff Feldman, www.jeffphotos.com, takes pictures on many of CT waterways. It was decided to have Harry and Dick talk with him and ask him to be our featured speaker the first meeting in September. It would be a nice way to reach out to more nature lovers in the community.
4. The Simsbury Camera Club has opened its program to interested photographers. This Wednesday Jeff Feldman will speak and on the first Wednesday in April Dave Middleton will be the featured speaker.
New Business
1.Field Trips for the month: Check the Forum
Two suggestions: The Salisbury Ski Jump on Saturday Feb 7. This includes an opportunity for a Pancake Breakfast and seeing some Ice Sculpture.
February Flower Show at the CT Convention Center: Feb 19-22 : www.ctflowershow.com
Please check the forum under Outings, Event, and Field Trips if you are interested.
!!!!!!!! !2. Next Month’s Program: Critiquing Photos: We need you to email Rob a picture (attachment) you would like critiqued. Please do this ahead of time so Rob has time to put his presentation together. I am planning on giving him a picture I took that didn’t work and get ideas as to how I should have approached the task!
Program for the Evening: All About Lenses
Gary gave a very informative talk about lenses. He covered digital sensors, lens focal length, digital camera lens types and their best uses, apertures and depth of field. Questions were asked and it was a very informative and enjoyable presentation with lots of things for us to think about as we choose the right lens for the job!
Scavenger Hunt: Winners of this month’s scavenger hunt
Chilly: Rob Quick and Favorite: Gary
Next months word’s: Sweet, Pink, Favorite Photo
Dick will pick next months scavenger hunt words
Next meeting: March 2, 2009 at the Granby Senior Center at 7 PM
Program: Rob Fisher: Critiquing Photographs
MEETING NOTES FOR February 2,2009
http://granbycameraclub.blogspot.com
http://gcc.mybb2.com/
President Andy Farber opened the meeting and asked us to introduce ourselves and to tell what we had been taking pictures of this last month.
Treasurer’s Report: Balance: $1,014
Old Business
1. The Granby Camera Club Party was a great success.
2. Junior Camera Club
It seems most members and their interested children are just too busy to commit to a specific meeting time. Rob will refund their dues.
3. Program Ideas for next year
Shooting Raw
Harry had a suggestion for a program. Jeff Feldman, www.jeffphotos.com, takes pictures on many of CT waterways. It was decided to have Harry and Dick talk with him and ask him to be our featured speaker the first meeting in September. It would be a nice way to reach out to more nature lovers in the community.
4. The Simsbury Camera Club has opened its program to interested photographers. This Wednesday Jeff Feldman will speak and on the first Wednesday in April Dave Middleton will be the featured speaker.
New Business
1.Field Trips for the month: Check the Forum
Two suggestions: The Salisbury Ski Jump on Saturday Feb 7. This includes an opportunity for a Pancake Breakfast and seeing some Ice Sculpture.
February Flower Show at the CT Convention Center: Feb 19-22 : www.ctflowershow.com
Please check the forum under Outings, Event, and Field Trips if you are interested.
!!!!!!!! !2. Next Month’s Program: Critiquing Photos: We need you to email Rob a picture (attachment) you would like critiqued. Please do this ahead of time so Rob has time to put his presentation together. I am planning on giving him a picture I took that didn’t work and get ideas as to how I should have approached the task!
Program for the Evening: All About Lenses
Gary gave a very informative talk about lenses. He covered digital sensors, lens focal length, digital camera lens types and their best uses, apertures and depth of field. Questions were asked and it was a very informative and enjoyable presentation with lots of things for us to think about as we choose the right lens for the job!
Scavenger Hunt: Winners of this month’s scavenger hunt
Chilly: Rob Quick and Favorite: Gary
Next months word’s: Sweet, Pink, Favorite Photo
Dick will pick next months scavenger hunt words
Next meeting: March 2, 2009 at the Granby Senior Center at 7 PM
Program: Rob Fisher: Critiquing Photographs
Saturday, January 10, 2009
Mon Jan 9th Scavanger Hunt Winners
Greeting Card by: Nancy Canfield
Gathering by: Vern Wells
Favorite by: Rob Fisher
Friday, January 09, 2009
GRANBY CAMERA CLUB
MEETING NOTES FOR January 5,2009
http://granbycameraclub.blogspot.com
http://gcc.mybb2.com/
President Andy Farber opened the meeting and asked us to introduce ourselves and to tell what we had been taking pictures of this last month.
Treasurer’s Report: Balance: $795.49
Old Business:
1. Granby Camera Club Holiday Party. The date will be Saturday, January 17, 2009 to be held at Paula and Whitey Johnson’s house at 6 pm. Please email Paula: phj38@cox.net if you and a guest plan to attend. Also let her know what you will bring.
2. Junior Camera Club
It seems most members and their interested children are just too busy to commit to a specific meeting time. Rob will refund their dues. It was suggested they could try to have workshop meetings in the summer.
3. Meeting Sign
The GCC A Frame Sign is being put up on the town green before our meeting and taken down after.
4.Old Camera Equipment
Bob Simmons reported that he sold one camera and its lenses on E-bay. The sale will net the club about $218.
5. Don’t forget to keep up to date on our forum. You will find the programs that the Simsbury Camera Club is offering plus ideas for field trips.
6. If you have a picture that you would like to have the club critique at the meeting please email it to Rob. This is an excellent opportunity for us all to learn!!!!
New Business
1. Harry had a suggestion for a program. Jeff Feldman, www.jeffphotos.com, takes pictures on many of CT waterways. It was decided to have Harry talk with him and ask him to be our featured speaker the first meeting in September. It would be a nice way to reach out to more nature lovers in the community.
Program for the Evening: Action Photography
Dick gave a very thorough presentation on action photography. He covered action in sport, wildlife and adventure. Some of his points to remember:
Make your choice of equipment before you get to site and be familiar with your subject.
Bring items for lens cleaning, extra batteries, cards, camera manual, tri or monopod, and drinking water. Know your camera; choose shooting mode (shutter, aperture, manual) and start with iso of 400. Use your histogram to check exposure, use burst mod and pan your subject to show movement. At the beach protect your camera from salt and water, out in the wild keep a safe distance from your subject, and when shooting sports get down to the playing level.
Scavenger Hunt:Winners of this month’s scavenger hunt
Greeting Card: Nancy / Gathering: Vern / Favorite: Rob
Next month’s words: Chilly, Quick, Favorite Picture
Dick will pick next months scavenger hunt words
Next meeting: February 2, 2009 at the Granby Senior Center at 7 PM
Program: Gary Melnysyn: All about Lenses.
MEETING NOTES FOR January 5,2009
http://granbycameraclub.blogspot.com
http://gcc.mybb2.com/
President Andy Farber opened the meeting and asked us to introduce ourselves and to tell what we had been taking pictures of this last month.
Treasurer’s Report: Balance: $795.49
Old Business:
1. Granby Camera Club Holiday Party. The date will be Saturday, January 17, 2009 to be held at Paula and Whitey Johnson’s house at 6 pm. Please email Paula: phj38@cox.net if you and a guest plan to attend. Also let her know what you will bring.
2. Junior Camera Club
It seems most members and their interested children are just too busy to commit to a specific meeting time. Rob will refund their dues. It was suggested they could try to have workshop meetings in the summer.
3. Meeting Sign
The GCC A Frame Sign is being put up on the town green before our meeting and taken down after.
4.Old Camera Equipment
Bob Simmons reported that he sold one camera and its lenses on E-bay. The sale will net the club about $218.
5. Don’t forget to keep up to date on our forum. You will find the programs that the Simsbury Camera Club is offering plus ideas for field trips.
6. If you have a picture that you would like to have the club critique at the meeting please email it to Rob. This is an excellent opportunity for us all to learn!!!!
New Business
1. Harry had a suggestion for a program. Jeff Feldman, www.jeffphotos.com, takes pictures on many of CT waterways. It was decided to have Harry talk with him and ask him to be our featured speaker the first meeting in September. It would be a nice way to reach out to more nature lovers in the community.
Program for the Evening: Action Photography
Dick gave a very thorough presentation on action photography. He covered action in sport, wildlife and adventure. Some of his points to remember:
Make your choice of equipment before you get to site and be familiar with your subject.
Bring items for lens cleaning, extra batteries, cards, camera manual, tri or monopod, and drinking water. Know your camera; choose shooting mode (shutter, aperture, manual) and start with iso of 400. Use your histogram to check exposure, use burst mod and pan your subject to show movement. At the beach protect your camera from salt and water, out in the wild keep a safe distance from your subject, and when shooting sports get down to the playing level.
Scavenger Hunt:Winners of this month’s scavenger hunt
Greeting Card: Nancy / Gathering: Vern / Favorite: Rob
Next month’s words: Chilly, Quick, Favorite Picture
Dick will pick next months scavenger hunt words
Next meeting: February 2, 2009 at the Granby Senior Center at 7 PM
Program: Gary Melnysyn: All about Lenses.
Sunday, December 07, 2008
GRANBY CAMERA CLUB
MEETING NOTES FOR December 1, 2008
http://granbycameraclub.blogspot.com
http://gcc.mybb2.com/
President Andy Farber opened the meeting and asked us to introduce ourselves and to tell what we had been taking pictures of this last month.
Treasurer’s Report: Balance $485.49
Add the $300 from the bank and we have: $785.49
Old Business:
1. Holiday Party. It was suggested holding it during January when every ones schedules are less filled. The date will be Saturday, January 17,2009 to be held at
Paula and Whitey Johnson’s house. At the next meeting we will plan the details.
3.Simsbury Bank Calendar
The representative from the Simsbury Bank came to the meeting and announced that Rob Fisher had two pictures chosen for the calendar and Peter Dinella had one. Congratulations!!!! The club was given a check for $300. Start thinking of taking pictures now for next years calendar!!!!!
4. Junior Camera Club
Member’s children only, ages 8-15. Check the forum for more information.
5. Kelly Lane Photo Exhibit
The new exhibit with fall pictures is now up. A volunteer was requested to take on this project. Vern has volunteered. Thanks so much!!!!
6. June Library Exhibit
Del will post information on the forum
7. Meeting Sign
Rob brought in the new Camera Club A-frame sign to use on the town green.
All were very pleased with its design and it was decided it would be put out
periodically.
8.Old Camera Equipment
Bob Simmons reported he had no luck finding interested buyers for the used equipment. It was suggested he post it on E-bay. Rob offered assistance.
9.The process for submitting our scavenger hunt winners to the Granby Drummer was discussed. We need to get our winning pictures to Rob and he will post them on the Blog. Andrea will take them from there and use them when space is available in the Drummer.
New Business
Program Ideas: These have been offered as ideas for future programs. If you have any to add to the list please bring your ideas to the meetings. It will make next year’s program committee’s work so much easier!!!!!
Make one of the GCC exhibits feature "Scenes of Granby."
It will provide photos that people can relate to, educate them about the beauty of Granby, and maybe get more members as a result.
. Have a Portrait Competition
Portraits really pull on your photographic talents and eliminate the emotional pull of kids and puppies No kids (under 18) or animals/pets allowed. It has to be a portrait of anyone and not be a cropped image of a larger scene.
Get Wendy Van Welie to judge them. In fact get Wendy to introduce the competition with a lecture on taking portraits.
Assign a member to do a research project once a month on a particular aspect of photography and give a report. The report would be in depth
with no "off-the-top-of-the-head" approach. Almost like a project report or budget request one does in business. Use the LCD projector. With the use of the Internet, resources are no problem.
This would put people in more that a superficial learning mode. Stretching them can help them grow beyond the snap-shot phase.
Processing Raw Format
Using the Camera Histogram
Program for the Evening: Winter Photography
Harry Fischer gave a very informative and encouraging talk about the challenges, opportunities and fun of winter photography. First it is important to dress for the weather with layers, have safe boots and special gloves for using your camera. Second, your camera has special needs in cold weather. Take extra batteries and use a zip lock bag to cover your camera and lens from the elements. Also remember to use a zip lock bag to help your camera warm up slowly after being out in the cold. Third is the challenge of getting the correct exposure for snow. Your camera meters snow as gray. You can use a gray card to meter from or use you ev button. Remember you need to let in more light. Winter lighting is just like summer…early morning and late afternoon gives the best light but try it anytime and just have fun!
Scavenger Hunt
Winners of this month’s scavenger hunt
Balance: Del, Face: Rob and Favorite: Vern
Next months words : Gathering, Picture for a Greeting Card, and Favorite Photo
Paula will pick next months scavenger hunt words
Next meeting: Monday, January 5 at 7:00 PM at The Granby Senior Center
Program: Action Photography Presenter: Dick O'Donnell
MEETING NOTES FOR December 1, 2008
http://granbycameraclub.blogspot.com
http://gcc.mybb2.com/
President Andy Farber opened the meeting and asked us to introduce ourselves and to tell what we had been taking pictures of this last month.
Treasurer’s Report: Balance $485.49
Add the $300 from the bank and we have: $785.49
Old Business:
1. Holiday Party. It was suggested holding it during January when every ones schedules are less filled. The date will be Saturday, January 17,2009 to be held at
Paula and Whitey Johnson’s house. At the next meeting we will plan the details.
3.Simsbury Bank Calendar
The representative from the Simsbury Bank came to the meeting and announced that Rob Fisher had two pictures chosen for the calendar and Peter Dinella had one. Congratulations!!!! The club was given a check for $300. Start thinking of taking pictures now for next years calendar!!!!!
4. Junior Camera Club
Member’s children only, ages 8-15. Check the forum for more information.
5. Kelly Lane Photo Exhibit
The new exhibit with fall pictures is now up. A volunteer was requested to take on this project. Vern has volunteered. Thanks so much!!!!
6. June Library Exhibit
Del will post information on the forum
7. Meeting Sign
Rob brought in the new Camera Club A-frame sign to use on the town green.
All were very pleased with its design and it was decided it would be put out
periodically.
8.Old Camera Equipment
Bob Simmons reported he had no luck finding interested buyers for the used equipment. It was suggested he post it on E-bay. Rob offered assistance.
9.The process for submitting our scavenger hunt winners to the Granby Drummer was discussed. We need to get our winning pictures to Rob and he will post them on the Blog. Andrea will take them from there and use them when space is available in the Drummer.
New Business
Program Ideas: These have been offered as ideas for future programs. If you have any to add to the list please bring your ideas to the meetings. It will make next year’s program committee’s work so much easier!!!!!
Make one of the GCC exhibits feature "Scenes of Granby."
It will provide photos that people can relate to, educate them about the beauty of Granby, and maybe get more members as a result.
. Have a Portrait Competition
Portraits really pull on your photographic talents and eliminate the emotional pull of kids and puppies No kids (under 18) or animals/pets allowed. It has to be a portrait of anyone and not be a cropped image of a larger scene.
Get Wendy Van Welie to judge them. In fact get Wendy to introduce the competition with a lecture on taking portraits.
Assign a member to do a research project once a month on a particular aspect of photography and give a report. The report would be in depth
with no "off-the-top-of-the-head" approach. Almost like a project report or budget request one does in business. Use the LCD projector. With the use of the Internet, resources are no problem.
This would put people in more that a superficial learning mode. Stretching them can help them grow beyond the snap-shot phase.
Processing Raw Format
Using the Camera Histogram
Program for the Evening: Winter Photography
Harry Fischer gave a very informative and encouraging talk about the challenges, opportunities and fun of winter photography. First it is important to dress for the weather with layers, have safe boots and special gloves for using your camera. Second, your camera has special needs in cold weather. Take extra batteries and use a zip lock bag to cover your camera and lens from the elements. Also remember to use a zip lock bag to help your camera warm up slowly after being out in the cold. Third is the challenge of getting the correct exposure for snow. Your camera meters snow as gray. You can use a gray card to meter from or use you ev button. Remember you need to let in more light. Winter lighting is just like summer…early morning and late afternoon gives the best light but try it anytime and just have fun!
Scavenger Hunt
Winners of this month’s scavenger hunt
Balance: Del, Face: Rob and Favorite: Vern
Next months words : Gathering, Picture for a Greeting Card, and Favorite Photo
Paula will pick next months scavenger hunt words
Next meeting: Monday, January 5 at 7:00 PM at The Granby Senior Center
Program: Action Photography Presenter: Dick O'Donnell
Tuesday, December 02, 2008
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