March Competition - "A Time to Reflect" By James Egitto Our theme for this competition is A Time to Reflect. Sometimes it's the reflections that catch our eye and inspire our compositions. Maybe it's a reflection in water, glass, metal, or a pupil. Maybe it's a mirror image, or an abstract distortion, or a hidden detail,...
- April 7, 2025 at 7:00 PM: Valerie Hoffman will share her insights on “Garden Photography” Valerie Hoffman loves photography AND gardens! This photography educator who has led many Photo Treks and workshops is also a member of BPS. Valerie cannot remember a time in her life when photography was not a passion. From a...
- April 12, 2025 (Saturday): Valerie Hoffman will lead a group visit to a local garden. Details to come.
April 21, 2025 at 7:00 PM: John Barclay will present “Through the Lens of Love” John Barclay says, “If you are like me, you’ve probably chased after images, even images you might have seen searching for inspiration on social media. You may have even created a checklist to be sure you got exactly what...
May 5, 2025 at 7:00 PM: Cathy Kuhlman, a lensbaby ambassador, presents “Embrace the Blur: a creative photography presentation” Join Lensbaby Trailblazer Cathy Kuhlman as she shows you a glimpse into the world of Lensbaby products and shares with you some of the ways to take your photography “from the ordinary to the extraordinary.” ...
May 19, 2025 at 7:00 PM: Mike Moats will present “The Properly Equipped Macro Photographer” Being a properly equipped macro photographer is not just about the equipment, but also equipping yourself with the how-to knowledge of macro photography. Mike will cover the most important equipment for macro photography, how to control depth of field, composition,...
June 2, 2025 at 7:00 PM: Dutch Bagley will share his perspective on “The Awe of Capturing Architecture” Dutch says, “Photographing a city's architecture is an enriching experience that allows you to capture the essence and character of urban landscapes. It is essential to identify the purpose of your photography. Are you aiming to...
June 16, 2025 at 7:00 PM: Frank T. Smith will present “Travel Photography Near and Far” Travel photography is more than just capturing beautiful locations—it’s about telling the story of a place through light, composition, and timing. In this engaging presentation, OM System Ambassador and seasoned travel photographer Frank T. Smith shares his approach...
September 8, 2025 at 7:00 PM: Bill Coughlin will present “Infrared Photography” Photography has been a hobby of Bill’s for over 50 years. He remembers his first camera – a Kodak Brownie Hawkeye that used 620 Roll Film! That camera got him hooked on photography and over the next several decades he used various...
September 15, 2025 at 7:00 PM: Mollie Issacs will present “Put More Life In Your Wildlife Photography” Photographing animals, birds, and other wildlife can be exciting and rewarding. With the right techniques and a little knowledge, your wildlife photography can soar! Join Mollie Isaacs for this eye-opening peek into the finer points of getting the images you...