Meeting Notes of September 8, 2011
To all DPI-SIG members and other interested parties:
A sincere welcome to our five new members!
Mike Collins, Jamie Edgar, Niccole Haschak, Francis McKeen, Michael Soulard
Our monthly theme slide show producer, Jeff Bilyeau, did his production of our theme photos based on “T W I L I G H T”. As always, Jeff found the appropriate early evening music for this theme. We had 17 members submit 104 photos. Even if you aren’t in Naples, your photos will be shown at the meeting and will eventually appear on the web-site’s page of slideshows. Don’t forget to rename and resize your monthly theme photos! http://www.dpi-sig.org.
Eric Hansen reminded the audience of the FCCC Conference scheduled for March 23, 24 & 25, 2012, to be held at the Naples Hilton Hotel. This three-day event will host world-class speakers and members from the 50 camera clubs throughout the state of Florida. Soon, you will be able to register online for the conference: http://www.f3c.org.
Don’t wait until the last minute to submit your photos for the FCCC 3rd Tri-Annual Competition. Online submissions are being accepted NOW with a deadline of September 30, 2011. We need more of our members competing with the 50 other clubs in Florida. It’s time to dig through your photographs and submit four entries to the competition. All the rules and regulations are on the web site: f3c.org.
The deadline for the FCCC Print Competition is fast approaching. Mount your 16×20″ or 11×14″ print on a 16×20″ foam core or mount board. FCCC is picking up the mailing costs. Peggy Farren, DPI-SIG Print Competition Coordinator to the FCCC, will mail the prints from our camera club to the competition. If you didn’t bring your prints to the meeting, you can deliver them to Peggy’s house no later than October 3. Contact her at: NaplesPortraits@gmail.com for the address.
If you have any questions about the print competition, please contact Carmen Schettino, FCCC Print Competition Director: schettino@comcast.net and/or check f3c.org for information.
Nic Provenzo, Art Show Director, reported that the Bonita Art Show is still pending. Nic donated his photo “Bailar De Bella Artes” (remember the dancers in mid-air?) to the Marco Island Center for the Arts for permanent display. This photo was a favorite of the new director when she saw it hanging at the “Art of Photography” show.
Nic is also working on getting the Broadway Palm Dinner Theater Art Show plans formulated. Along those lines, he and Damaris Gonzalez will be holding a framing and matting workshop. Between now and the next meeting, find an old frame you want to use. Nic finds frames at consignment shops, thrift shops, garage sales, etc. Then, have a print made to fit the mat in the picture frame. The date, time and place for this workshop will be given at the October meeting. This workshop will help give DPI-SIG members a good number of finished pieces for the art show.
Nancy Garrison won a 2nd Place award ribbon for her photo “Z Buns” for the current juried show “Fins, Fur & Feathers” at the Marco Island Center for the Arts. Some of you might remember this photo from our own competition – the zebras behinds! The exhibition will remain hanging through September 28 and can be viewed on Tuesdays through Fridays from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Marco Island Center for the Arts at 1010 Winterberry Drive, Marco Island. There is a FREE reception scheduled for September 13, 2011 from 5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
The newly formed Lightroom Users Group, met for the fourth time at Peggy Farren’s Photography Naples studio in August. Some of the topics covered were adjustment brush, spot removal, gradient tool, histogram, etc. You will be receiving an email for the next meeting which will be held on Thursday, September 22, 2011 at 6 p.m. This discussion group is for members only and, due to limited space, is on a first-come basis. You will need to respond to the email you receive no earlier than noon on Tuesday, September 20.
In an effort to get more people to join the Naples Zoo, Larry Richardson has promised a special guided tour for DPI-SIG members who are ALSO members of the Naples Zoo. There is a special pass available for $79.95 for a yearly family membership and you can join online at Naples Zoo at Caribbean Gardens web site: napleszoo.com. Larry has conducted two workshops and hopes to do more at the Naples Zoo. Watch for announcements in the coming months. Reminder: All information on DPI-SIG outings is posted on our website at: dpi-sig.org.
Les Schwartz, Outing Director, is planning an outing for Wednesday, September 21, 2011, at the Naples Pier at sunset. Meet at the pier, no later than 6:30 p.m. This outing is a makeup for the one that was canceled. From the pier, the group can move to the Tin City & Gordon River Bridge areas to capture the twilight colors or just stay at the pier. If you are planning on attending this outing, please RSVP Les at: dpi-outing@naples.net. If you are interested in a bite to eat before the outing, Les plans to meet at the Naples Pub at 5:00 p.m. Let him know if you plan on joining him at the Pub, so he can make reservations. It’s a 6-minute walk from the Naples Pub to the Naples Pier.
In addition, mark your calendar for the American Heart Association’s Heart Walk outing scheduled for November 5. Our camera club has photographed this Heart Walk for the AHA for several years. Last year, we couldn’t help because the FCCC convention was held at the same time. This is a most worthy non-profit endeavor for DPI-SIG. Specific time will be announced later from Les. Reminder: All information on DPI-SIG outings is posted on our website at: dpi-sig.org.
According to Harold Kurzman, the DPI-SIG 3rd Tri-Annual Competition had 75-80% of the 100+ photos submitted in the Advanced Category. Harold introduced Dennis Goodman, the judge for this competition. Dennis went over the winners’ photos and gave his suggestions to make ALL photos better. The following members won ribbons for this competition:
Blue Ribbon – Advanced Color
Les Ford – Crab Floats
Marilyn Nagy – Fisherman
Marilyn Nagy – Pelican at Sunset
Art David – Buci News
Nic Provenzo – Lotus Flower
Chuck McKinney – Pioneer Spirit
Chuck McKinney – Water Lily
Gordon Campbell – Sunset Fishermen
Yellow Ribbon – Advanced Color
Les Ford – City Bug
Sonny Saunders – His Majesty
Marilyn Nagy – Lotus
Ben Carp – Island Sunrise
Art David – Leo
Laura DePamphilis – Pretty in Pink
Laura DePamphilis – Making the Shot
Bob Melin – Mirror Lake
John Sulouff – Pelican Landing
Gordon Campbell – Wings Over Black Water
Blue Ribbon – Advanced Monochrome
Mike McGuire – Mountain Church
Yellow Ribbon – Advanced Monochrome
Damaris Gonzalez – Almost Gone
Kevin Cabral – Mother and Child
Blue Ribbon – Beginner Color
Jennifer Brinkman – Nature’s Peace and Flow
Gary Gersh – Butterfly
Yellow Ribbon – Beginner Color
Jennifer Semro – Egret Waiting
Jennifer Semro – Hallowed Ground
Blue Ribbon – Beginner Monochrome
Jennifer Brinkman – Reverence
“Aerial Photography” was the subject of Warren Barber’s air show presentation that he attended earlier this year at the 38th Annual Sun ‘N Fun International Fly-in & Expo held in Lakeland, Florida. Plan ahead for next year’s event to be held March 27 to April 1, 2012. www.sun-n-fun.org. Warren also mentioned the Florida International Air Show to be held on March 25 & 25, 2012, which will feature the Blue Angels. This air show is held at the Charlotte County Airport in Punta Gorda. www.floridaairshow.com.
R. L. Caron had another one of his eagle pictures published in the Naples Daily News. The photo was of a fledgling in the nest. R. L. does photography for the Audubon Society and follows the eagles religiously.
The next Photography Round Table discussion for members will be this coming Thursday, September 15, 2011 at 6 p.m. Location is 5029 Tamiami Trail East in the Village Falls complex. Space is limited. Please send your reservation, after you receive your email invitation, to: dpi-sig@naples.net.
This month’s Glossary term: ” Histogram”
Histogram is a feature that reflects the tonal value of a photographed image. It offers the ability to compare where the tones in an image will reside in a digital form, compared to where they are in real life. The histogram offers the best visual to determine if the camera exposure is correct and has the maximum dynamic range. The histogram is one of the most important features at your disposal in digital imaging, not only at the time of capture, but also while editing an image.
Last month’s Glossary term: ” Flare”
Lens flare is created when non-image forming light enters the lens and subsequently hits the camera’s digital sensor. This often appears as a characteristic polygonal shape, with sides which depend on the shape of the lens diaphragm. It can lower the overall contrast of a photograph significantly and is often an undesired artifact. However, some types of flare may actually enhance the artistic meaning of a photo. Understanding lens flare can help you use it or avoid it in a way which best suits how you wish to portray the final image. The use of a proper Lens hoods can reduce this effect.
Please check the glossary on our web site for more digital photography terms!
Damaris Gonzalez reported that the “Beat The Heat” fundraiser with Kowiachobee Animal Preserve and Tropical Smoothie Cafe, held on August 28, 2011, was a huge success with over 200 people attending. She would like to sincerely thank the photographers who showed up, on very short notice, to take pictures of the event: Nic Provenzo, Jennifer Semro, Bill Hodges, Mike Dike, and Bob Melin. Damaris said they spent over two hours capturing smiling faces interacting with some of the more photogenic animals at the preserve. www.kowia.com
Next month’s theme is: “Weathered, Cracked, Rusted, Bleached” Members are eligible to submit 6 pictures or a 2 minute video to: dpi-theme@naples.net. Please follow the procedure for renaming and resizing photos. Refer to: dpi-sig.org and click on “Topic of the Month”. Please follow these guidelines: Use your name only and the order number you want the images shown. Title is NOT needed! E.g., John Doe_01, John Doe_02, etc. Theme topics for the entire year are listed on our web site.
WANTED TO BUY: Gordon Campbell is looking for an older Nikon DSLR, like a D50, that has life in it and is sitting on a shelf. Maybe you have such a camera that you would like to sell CHEAP! Gordon needs it as a backup camera and would use it occasionally for shooting for the newspaper. Call him: (239) 776-4743.
COMPETITIONS & EXHIBITIONS
Physicians Regional Healthcare System at Pine Ridge Road has a “Florida Untamed Exhibition” on view through November 14, 2011, featuring color photography by DPI-SIG member, Dennis Goodman. The exhibit is located on the 2nd floor balcony. The exhibit was organized by the von Liebig Art Center.
Art David reported that The Naples Art Association’s “Small Works Show” is scheduled for October 19, 2011. Two entries are allowed, 60″ overall and you must be a member of the Naples Art Association to participate. $75.00 individual membership; $150.00 family membership. www.naplesart.org/.
According to Larry Richardson, it’s FREE admission to the First Annual Florida Panther Festival to be held at the North Collier Regional Park on Livingston Road, October 29, 2011 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Costco International Photo Contest 2011: “Give Us Your Best Shot” is the theme for this year’s competition. You must be a member of Costco. Prizes are awarded in the form of a Costco Cash Card. Deadline to submit photos is September 30, 2011. For all the rules and entry form: http://www.costcophotocontest.com.
The 24th Annual “Ding” Darling Days Amateur Nature Photography Contest is underway. Deadline for submission is 4 p.m. on September 15, 2011. Photos must be taken at J.N. “Ding” Darling NWR and have been taken within 2 years of entry date. For contest rules and entry form, log on to www.dingdarlingsociety.org and click on “Photo Contest”.
The Friends of the Six Mile Slough Preserve are having a 2011 Friends Photography Contest. Photos must have been taken at the Slough. Categories are: Animals, Plants, Open and Altered photographs. Photos may be submitted from November 1, 2011 through February 1, 2012. Contest rules and complete details will be available next month at their website: www.sloughpreserve.org.
PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOPS & CLASSES
Don’t forget to check Peggy Farren’s classes, guided tours and events: http://www.photographynaples.com/. Her classes range from the beginner to the advanced photographer’s needs.
September 15 DSLR Beginner Workshop
September 21 Studio Model Shoot
September 25 Location Model Shoot
September 27 – October 4 – Maine Fall Foliage Photo Workshop
October 1 – Free Worldwide Photowalk – Naples
October 2 – Free Worldwide Photowalk – Ft. Myers
October 19 – Studio Model Shoot
Please note: classes sell out quickly – don’t procrastinate! Sign up now! There are discounts on class prices for early registration. (239) 263-7001. Check her web site for directions, prices, and class descriptions.
Carmen Schettino, Master Photographer, announced his next photo workshop trip to Jekyll Island, GA and Charleston, SC on November 9-12, 2011. Jeff Brown will again do the honors with Photoshop processing assistance. Carmen will also be conducting two workshops in Sarasota on lighting, both in the studio and outdoors, on September 19 and September 26. Contact Carmen, if you’re interested in these workshops: (941) 356-9229.
Gordon Campbell, instructor and published Naples photographer, will be teaching the following classes/workshops:
Oct. 18-20,2011; 8:30 – 11:30 a.m.: Rookery Bay – “Nature Photography Made Simple”. Classroom time supported by a slide show followed by shooting outdoors on the property. As a bonus, the outdoor session on the 20th will be at Tiger Tail Lagoon. Optional digital processing class with Elements on 10/21, also from 8:30-11:30 am. Learn to optimize and finish outdoor photos with Elements. Contact Gordon for more details: (239) 776-4743. View his blog & download his complimentary E Book on Photography in SWFL http://www.swfloutdoorphotography.com/; see his photography at http://photos.swfloutdoorphotography.com/
MISCELLANEOUS:
In the American Photo Magazine, Sept/Oct 2011 issue, several photo journalists documented the 9/11 disaster.
Steve McCurry said, “The record of photography is what allows us to understand the world. This was something that absolutely had to be documented.”
John Botte said, “I spent almost 1,100 hours on that pile between September 11 and December 31. In three and a half months, I only shot 56 rolls of film, most of them in the first 48 hours, when that smoke was thick and heavy and 2,000-degree vapor was pouring from the pile. The beams were so hot, you couldn’t stand in one place or the rubber on your boots would start to melt.”
Todd Maisel said, “As photojournalists, we have a mission to keep history alive. If you don’t learn from history, you repeat it. ……I would never in my whole life want to ever have to go through 9/11 again. ……But if it did happen – I’d be there. That’s just my mission.”
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
THE NEXT DPI-SIG MEETING WILL BE THURSDAY, OCTOBER 13, 2011 AT 7 P.M.
at Edison State College in Building J, at the Conference Center.
NOTICE: Due to the increase in our rental contract with Edison State College, our membership dues have been raised to $30.00 per year as of July 1, 2011. You will be notified by email when your dues need to be paid. We request that you also continue to make a rent donation, at each meeting, in the receptacle provided at the entry table to help offset the cost. Many thanks to all who contribute each month.
Very special thanks to a DPI-SIG member who donated $100.00 to our club. He wishes to remain anonymous but encourages other members to donate to our great camera club. He said he has learned so much about photography and is most grateful for the opportunity to belong to our group. Note: Donations to DPI-SIG are tax deductible.
Do you know of any family, friends, co-workers, or anyone with an interest in photography? Please feel free to bring them to a meeting and encourage them to join us! Most of our new members are referrals. Remember to use our DPI-SIG business cards to invite potential members to our meetings.
Reminder: All Meeting Previews and Meeting Notes are posted on the website: http://www.dpi-sig.org/breaking-news.
Reminder: If you want information posted on these Meeting Notes, you must give the information in writing, either at the meeting, or by email before or immediately after the meeting to Betty Saunders , saunders@naples.net.
A RECAP OF IMPORTANT DATES…MARK YOUR CALENDAR!
September 15 – Round Table discussion @ 6 p.m., by reservation only
September 21 – DPI-SIG Outing at Naples Pier
September 22 – Lightroom Users Group @ 6 p.m., by reservation only
September 30 – Deadline to submit photos to FCCC 3rd Annual Competition
October 3, 2011 – deadline to submit photos for FCCC Print Competition
October 11 – Deadline to submit Monthly Theme photos “Weathered, Cracked, Rusted, Bleached”
October 13 – DPI-SIG Meeting @ 7 p.m., Building J, Conference Center
Betty Saunders (For Sonny Saunders & Bill Coakley)
A special thanks to all our volunteers:
Jeff Bilyeau: Monthly Theme Slide Show Producer
Christine Cook: DPI-SIG Representative to FCCC
Pam Costa: Public Relations Director
Art David: Liaison, Naples Art Association
Laura DePamphilis: Coordinator, Volunteer Photographers for Non-Profit Organizations
Peggy Farren: DPI-SIG Print Competition Coordinator to FCCC
Nancy Garrison – Liaison, Art League of Marco Island
Tim Gibbons – Meeting Photographer
Damaris Gonzalez – Assistant, Monthly Theme Slide Show Producer Assistant
Eric Hansen: 2010, 2012 FCCC Convention Chairman
Mark Helfgott – Sound Consultant
Harold Kurzman: Club Competition Director
Nic Provenzo – Art Show Director
Betty Saunders: Membership Registrar
Les Schwartz: Outing Director
Sonny Saunders: Co-Founder
Bill Coakley: Co-Founder; Webmaster
Remember, our camera club functions because of our volunteers. Please let us know what you are willing to do to help keep this a very active, thriving, energetic and fun group of photographers!
And, very special thanks to Edison State College for the use of their great facility.
DPI-SIG Website: https://dpi-sig.org
The following email addresses are for use by club members:
dpi-compete@naples.net For members to email entries for DPI-SIG competitions
http://www.f3c.org FCCC Web site
dpi-theme@naples.net For members to email images for Monthly Theme shows
dpi-outing@naples.net For members to email pictures from Outings
dpi-pr@naples.net For members to send Publicity/Promotion items to the dpi publicity director
dpi-npphoto@naples.net For members to photograph Non-Profit Organization events
dpi-sig@naples.net For members (or anyone) to send anything to the Club Founders
dpi-artshow@naples.net For members to contact the Art Show Director
DPI-SIG is a special interest group of the Naples Free-Net, Inc., a 501c3 non-profit organization providing education and internet services to over 4,000 registered members and the public at-large. The Naples Free-Net is entirely run by volunteers and the only remaining Free-Net in the country.
DPI-SIG meetings are held, unless published otherwise, at 7 p.m. each second Thursday of the month at the Conference Center, Building J, of Edison State College, Lely Campus. Turn west onto Lely Cultural Drive, at the first traffic light south of Rattlesnake Hammock Road on Route 951 (Collier Blvd.).