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SUMMARY:Betsy Wilson will share “A Different Point of View”
DESCRIPTION:– February 3\, 2025 at 7:00 PM: Betsy Wilson will share “A Different Point of View” \nLooking to enhance your images with an unusual or interesting new look? Need some ideas to jumpstart a photo slump or spark some new creativity?  Join us as presenter Betsy Wilson shows us some new twists to spark ideas to make your images look different than the ordinary. \nA different point of view can be quite literal\, such as shooting from up high or down low\, or it can mean making use of other tools such as creative depth-of-field or specialty lenses. Or maybe\, it is when we\, the photographer\, look at our subject\, or even ourselves\, in a different way. Many images and techniques will be shared to enrich any photographer’s portfolio of new and very different ways to add some “wow” to images. \nBetsy began learning photography after retiring from a career as a newspaper publisher.  Her husband Jim gave her his hand-me-down camera and a lot of encouragement\, and he now claims he created a monster.  Her passion for photography includes a wide variety of types including macro\, landscape and nature photography.   In addition to being honored as Photographer of the Year Award at the Chester County Camera Club in Pennsylvania\, she has received numerous recognitions for her artistic photography including a Silver Medal awarded at the Wilmington International Exhibition of Photography\, and First Place Award in Photography at the Philadelphia Flower Show.  Betsy has given numerous presentations for camera clubs around the country. You can see more of her images at Betsy and Jim’s website www.LetsCaptureTheMoment.com \nWatch the presentation in person on the big screen in Suite 326 at the GoggleWorks\, or join from home. To request  the link to join from home go to https://store.berksphotographic.org/product/club-donation/ . For this meeting a donation (for non-members) is accepted but not required.
URL:https://berksphotographic.org/event/betsy-wilson-will-share-a-different-point-of-view/
LOCATION:ZOOM
CATEGORIES:Monday night meeting,ZOOM
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250120T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250120T210000
DTSTAMP:20260423T074436
CREATED:20241227T212147Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241227T212147Z
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SUMMARY:Huibo Huo will present “The Power of Simplicity in Black and White Landscape Photography
DESCRIPTION:– January 20\, 2025 at 7:00 PM: Huibo Huo will present “The Power of Simplicity in Black and White Landscape Photography” \nHuibo Hou (https://www.huibohou.com)\, is a landscape photographer based in San Diego\, California. She fell in love with photography about 26 years ago as a hobbyist while working in the wireless communication industry. Then life took her in different directions\, and she had to set aside her photography pursuit for quite some time. In early 2015\, she rekindled her love for photography and gradually became more serious about the craft. Her work has been recognized internationally in recent years with multiple awards and publications. Landscape photography\, especially in black and white\, is the art medium that she is passionate about. It serves as her creative outlet to express how she observes\, interprets\, and connects with nature. \nHuibo’s presentation\,  “The Power of Simplicity in Black and White Landscape Photography” will give us a view into her beautiful images. The power of black and white images is often rooted in their simplicity. Huibo’s favorite type of black and white landscape images are the clean\, simple ones with just a few essential elements in each frame\, leaving space for viewers to imagine and contemplate. In this presentation\, she will delve deep into a few ideas and techniques in seeking such simplicity\, both in the field and during the postprocessing. Topics include:  seeing and composing with essential elements; using long exposure to aid simplicity and create mood; managing tones and textures in post-processing. Whether you are an exploring beginner or an experienced photographer\, this presentation can inspire you towards creating impactful black and white landscape images.
URL:https://berksphotographic.org/event/huibo-huo-will-present-the-power-of-simplicity-in-black-and-white-landscape-photography/
LOCATION:Hybrid
CATEGORIES:Hybrid Zoom Meeting,Monday night meeting
ORGANIZER;CN="Berks Photographic Society":MAILTO:info@berksphotographic.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250106T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250106T210000
DTSTAMP:20260423T074436
CREATED:20241213T170729Z
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SUMMARY:Vince Pellegrini will teach us about “Focus Stacking and Some Other Neat Things”
DESCRIPTION: January 6\, 2025 at 7:00 PM: Vince Pellegrini will teach us about “Focus Stacking and Some Other Neat Things”  \nVince Pellegrini will talk about his use of focus stacking from beginning to end. \nVince has been using creative focus stacking in a different way than it is typically applied to large landscape scenes & macro work. Specifically\, he uses this technique with a wide aperture to control the depth of field for images with complex backgrounds resulting in precise subject isolation & beautiful bokeh. Both manual & in-camera automatic techniques will be reviewed in detail along with his workflow in Adobe Lightroom & Photoshop & the Helicon Focus app. \nIn this example\, the scene on the left required a single aperture setting of f/22 in order to have the green & white moss “acceptably” sharp front to back. However\, at that f/stop\, the background was too much in near-focus & was very distracting. The dim forest light was also an issue. The image on the right resulted from combining 25 images at f/2.8 while eliminating the remaining 21 captures thus stopping the final image focus in post exactly where desired. \n \n\nTotal sequence: \n \nIf time allows\, Vince will also review some other neat & practical topics. These might include a follow up of Jonathan Vaines’ recent BPS talk\, such as building a diptych or more in Adobe Lightroom & in-camera multiple exposure “coloration” which came up during the Q/A as well as some Adobe Lightroom processing tips. \nSee examples of Vince’s work on Instagram at @vincentapellegrini. Come join us.
URL:https://berksphotographic.org/event/vince-pellegrini-will-teach-us-about-focus-stacking-and-some-other-neat-things/
CATEGORIES:Classes & Workshops,Monday night meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241216T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241216T210000
DTSTAMP:20260423T074436
CREATED:20240226T195239Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240226T195239Z
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SUMMARY:December 16\, 2024 at 7:00 PM: BPS Member Annual General Meeting
DESCRIPTION:December 16\, 2024 at 7:00 PM: BPS Member Annual General Meeting
URL:https://berksphotographic.org/event/december-16-2024-at-700-pm-bps-member-annual-general-meeting/
LOCATION:Hybrid
CATEGORIES:Hybrid Zoom Meeting,Monday night meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241214T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241214T170000
DTSTAMP:20260423T074436
CREATED:20240913T201055Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240913T201209Z
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SUMMARY:December 14\, 2024:  🎅🏽 Annual Santa Shoot fundraiser at the Fairgrounds Market.
DESCRIPTION:December 14\, 2024:   Annual Santa Shoot fundraiser at the Fairgrounds Market.
URL:https://berksphotographic.org/event/december-14-2024-%f0%9f%8e%85%f0%9f%8f%bd-annual-santa-shoot-fundraiser-at-the-fairgrounds-market/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241207T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241207T170000
DTSTAMP:20260423T074436
CREATED:20240913T200921Z
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SUMMARY:December 7\, 2024: Becky Carpenter will follow up her presentation with a hands-on workshop for BPS members to enable us to learn her techniques.
DESCRIPTION:December 7\, 2024: Becky Carpenter will follow up her presentation with a hands-on workshop for BPS members to enable us to learn her techniques.
URL:https://berksphotographic.org/event/december-7-2024-becky-carpenter-will-follow-up-her-presentation-with-a-hands-on-workshop-for-bps-members-to-enable-us-to-learn-her-techniques/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241202T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241202T210000
DTSTAMP:20260423T074436
CREATED:20240517T201514Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240517T201514Z
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SUMMARY:“Photographing the Figure in the Landscape and Abandoned Spaces & Incorporating Textures to Create Digital and 3-D Collaged Images”
DESCRIPTION: December 2\, 2024 at 7:00 PM: Rebecca Carpenter presents “Photographing the Figure in the Landscape and Abandoned Spaces & Incorporating Textures to Create Digital and 3-D Collaged Images”. \nRebecca (Becky) will show images from her photo shoots in a variety of backgrounds (desert\, ocean\, rainforest\, mountains\, as well as a variety of abandoned spaces) and talk about the many ways to create strong images with a figure in those environments. She will explore ways of using the natural light available or easy to transport lights to add light to the scene\, as well as suggesting ways to create strong compositions and tell a compelling story. \n  \nBecky has created many digital textures and will also demonstrate ways to “age” a photograph or create vintage digital collage effects with the images\, as well as transferring photographs to other surfaces to create a 3-D collage. \n  \n          \n  \n     
URL:https://berksphotographic.org/event/photographing-the-figure-in-the-landscape-and-abandoned-spaces-incorporating-textures-to-create-digital-and-3-d-collaged-images/
LOCATION:Goggle Works  Suite 326
CATEGORIES:Hybrid Zoom Meeting,Monday night meeting
ORGANIZER;CN="Berks Photographic Society":MAILTO:info@berksphotographic.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241125T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241125T210000
DTSTAMP:20260423T074436
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SUMMARY:November 25\, 2024 at 7:00 PM: BPS Member Photo Competition Night “Best of the Year” with Henry Rowan as judge
DESCRIPTION: November 25\, 2024 at 7:00 PM: BPS Member Photo Competition Night “Best of the Year” with the wonderful Henry Rowan of the PA Center For Photography returning for the fifth year in a row to judge & critique this event. Henry’s image reviews are so educational & inspiring. The top 15 BPS images from 2024 as chosen by Henry will represent BPS in the 2025 International Michael Day Competition. \nBPS will again participate in the friendly Michael Day competition with an international group of photography clubs. The other clubs for this year’s event included the Chalfonts & Gerrards Cross Camera Club of the UK\, Photo Club Vision of Finland\, the Auckland Photographic Society from New Zealand & Fotoincontro Associazione from Italy along with us. BPS & Chalfonts & Gerrards Cross Camera Club of the UK began this event in 2007. Learn all of the history in a future Newsletter. \nVisit Henry’s website HERE.
URL:https://berksphotographic.org/event/november-25-2024-at-700-pm-bps-member-photo-competition-night-best-of-the-year-with-henry-rowan-as-judge/
LOCATION:Hybrid
CATEGORIES:Hybrid Zoom Meeting,Monday night meeting,Photo Competitions
ORGANIZER;CN="Berks Photographic Society":MAILTO:info@berksphotographic.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241118T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241118T210000
DTSTAMP:20260423T074436
CREATED:20231212T232638Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231213T002724Z
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SUMMARY:Jonathan Vaines of the UK will present a hybrid zoom session titled “Creative Motivation”
DESCRIPTION:This talk will be an artistic approach to photography\, stepping out of the mainstream. Along with individual images\, Jonathan will discuss the motivational benefits of working with Projects\, Sets & Groups of images. Most of his pictures are created using “in camera” techniques & therefore the focus of the evening will be about “Thinking Inside The Box”.  He will take us to a place far away from the reality of life into Visual Art\, creating work from simple everyday things around us. Jonathan hopes to inspire us\, give us that spark to go out & take a different picture. \nJonathan took his first photograph in 2012\, joined his local club to work out what to do & soon moved on. He has had many roles away from the camera in his short photographic life. Jonathan has been the Regional Organizer for the Royal Photographic Society (RPS) for five years & is the Judges’ Secretary for the East Anglian Federation (EAF) of Photographic Societies in Great Britain. He is also an A panel judge and a sponsored lecturer for Paper Spectrum. Jonathan tutors for the RPS and online photo clubs that operate predominantly in North America\, running processing method workshops most weeks. He is an affiliate of DxO Labs\, the software developer\, & Wex Photo Video for everything camera. He is always busy somewhere in the world of camera clubs & photography. \nJonathan’s image making started out as photographing anything. Now he uses the camera to create what he sees as wall art. Multiple exposures along with some sort of camera distortion appears in almost all of his work. He polishes the results in Photoshop & an image does not exist until it’s printed so he is helping keep the ink and paper industry alive. Jonathan finds enjoyment from engaging with every image. He works with thoughts\, concepts & projects. For him\, it’s not about capturing the moment but it’s about visualization & being able to deliver that in print. \n \n  \n\nExplore Jonathan’s WEBSITE to explore his world. \nThis will be a paid event for non-members with a $10 donation. For non-members interested in attending\, please register by making your $10 donation at https://store.berksphotographic.org/product/club-donation/.
URL:https://berksphotographic.org/event/jonathan-vaines-of-the-uk-will-present-a-hybrid-zoom-session-titled-creative-motivation/
LOCATION:Hybrid
CATEGORIES:Hybrid Zoom Meeting,Monday night meeting
ORGANIZER;CN="Berks Photographic Society":MAILTO:info@berksphotographic.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241104T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241104T210000
DTSTAMP:20260423T074436
CREATED:20240913T201736Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240913T201736Z
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SUMMARY:- November 4\, 2024 at 7:00 PM: “Journey To The High Arctic” presented by BPS Members\, Tom and Meg Stoeri
DESCRIPTION:– November 4\, 2024 at 7:00 PM: “Journey To The High Arctic” presented by BPS Members\, Tom and Meg Stoeri \nLet us tell you in words and pictures about our expedition experience above the arctic circle in Greenland and Canada. Our base for the  two week voyage in the ice was the expedition ship Ocean Endeavor accommodating 200 passengers. We are drawn to this unique landscape of ice and island and Inuit\, including polar bear\, whale\, and seal. We will share with you our experience of photographing and being immersed in the arctic. Clambering in and out of zodiac boats\, hiking on the tundra\, and the light that can only be experienced above the arctic circle during the long days of summer.
URL:https://berksphotographic.org/event/november-4-2024-at-700-pm-journey-to-the-high-arctic-presented-by-bps-members-tom-and-meg-stoeri/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241028T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241028T210000
DTSTAMP:20260423T074436
CREATED:20231212T232227Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241019T024323Z
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SUMMARY:BPS Member Photo Competition & Critique Night  "Monochrome Imagery"  ********UPDATE*******
DESCRIPTION:Last Minute\nUPDATE on BPS October Photo Competition & Critique\n“Monochrome Imagery”\nBy Vince Pellegrini \n\nBecause of a medical issue\, our scheduled judge for this competition\, Lewis Katz\, had to step aside. But\, no fears. Arrangements have been made for Pete Morton to step in to judge & critique our images on October 28\, 2024. Pete is a certified judge who is  especially fond of monochrome photography. \nIn 2019 Pete attended a judge training program and was certified by the Maryland Photography Alliance. He has subsequently judged photography competitions for dozens of camera clubs in numerous states and for the PSA. Pete has given presentations about judging photography\, landscape photography\, informal portrait photography & advanced Photoshop techniques\, among others. Pete was elected to be a PSA Associate. He is active in the PSA Digital Dialogue Study Groups & administers a group focused on monochrome photography. Additionally\, he is currently involved in managing a PSA monochrome competition of 17 international camera clubs. \nHis involvement in judging photography competitions has led to Pete’s philosophy about judges’ comments & suggestions. He believes that photographers should never blindly accept a judge’s critiques. Instead\, their input should be carefully weighed & the photographer should decide which comments they agree with. In fact\, anyone’s honest thoughts about a photographer’s work can be useful. Pete believes that learning from suggestions of others is how we grow as artists. \nPete accepted invitations to lecture on digital photography at the college level in Cornwall\, England & later to teach advanced Photoshop techniques to professional photographers in London. \nWe have an extremely qualified judge for our Monochrome competition\, rest assured. \nSee you all at 7:00 PM on October 28\, either at the GoggleWorks or on Zoom. \nZOOM LINK FOR OCTOBER 28:\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/82781546515?pwd=8dtbTA266Gj8BtaR7076fIDaQG4WTh.1\nMeeting ID: 827 8154 6515\nPasscode: 615357
URL:https://berksphotographic.org/event/bps-member-photo-competition-critique-night-2/
LOCATION:Hybrid
CATEGORIES:Hybrid Zoom Meeting,Monday night meeting,Photo Competitions
ORGANIZER;CN="Berks Photographic Society":MAILTO:info@berksphotographic.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241026T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241026T170000
DTSTAMP:20260423T074436
CREATED:20240913T200553Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241019T024435Z
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SUMMARY:Halloween Photo Shoot. 
DESCRIPTION:Annual Halloween Photo Shoot \nSaturday October 26 from 12:00pm-4:00pm at the GoggleWorks\,  room 326\nThis is free for our members and a $10.00 donation for non-members \nCome on out for our Beetlejuice themed Halloween photoshoot\, hosted by Richard Shay and Kim Sweimler. We will have 2 models for our studio part of this set up\, and they will be “Beetlejuice and Lydia”. \nPhotograph our annual “dry ice in the glass” and a carved pumpkin of Beetlejuice created by our talented professional pumpkin carver\, James Egitto. There will also be plenty of Halloween props set up in the hallway for shooting macro or still life. \nYou will need your camera\, a tripod and if you have your own pocket wizard\, bring that also. \nThis is a really fun hands-on event that you don’t want to miss.  If you are planning on coming to this photoshoot\, please give a response saying that you will be there\, so we can be prepared for your attendance. \nEmail\, Kim Sweimler at kim.sweimler@berksphotographic.com
URL:https://berksphotographic.org/event/halloween-photo-shoot/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241021T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241021T210000
DTSTAMP:20260423T074436
CREATED:20231212T232109Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240913T195227Z
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SUMMARY:“Trust the Process” with Jean Miele
DESCRIPTION:– October 21\, 2024 at 7:00 PM: Jean Miele will present via a hybrid Zoom session “Trust the Process”. “Gino” is looking forward to showing some of his photographs as a way to share his own three-part creative process: trusting your eyes\, not knowing how things will turn out\, & playing a deceptively simple game of “What if?”. \nIn Gino’s own words: Great pictures\, classic stories & poetry\, scientific breakthroughs… they all come from the same wellspring of our collective consciousness. Because photography is a visual medium\, not an intellectual one\, it’s only by trusting our intuition\, our bodies – our feelings rather than our thoughts\, that we can develop a process that allows us to tap into that wellspring. Trusting what we see – rather than what we think – is how we connect with that Universal source. Developing & trusting a process means regardless of whether we know what to do next\, we can engage in picture-making. In fact\, not knowing what to do is the best way to proceed. \nWe are very fortunate to have enlisted Gino. He is a very prominent photographer\, artist & educator who is in very high demand. Gino’s photographs explore the borderlands between fiction & reality\, & reflect his lifelong interest in perception\, spirituality & mysticism. His images remind viewers that moments of perfection are possible & that we create our own reality. He believes every photograph is an act of transformation & that the photographs we make tell us more about ourselves than about what was in front of the lens. Miele’s photographs have appeared in thousands of publications & his original prints exhibited & acquired by collectors worldwide. \nGino is based in Santa Fe\, New Mexico. He offers workshops & one-to-one mentoring that empower students to realize their own photographic vision. For more info & to purchase original prints\, check out: www.jeanmiele.com\, https://www.instagram.com/jean_miele/ & www.facebook.com/JeanMielePhotographer. \nThis will be a paid event for non-members with a $10 donation. For non-members interested in attending\, please register by making your $10 donation at https://store.berksphotographic.org/product/club-donation/. 
URL:https://berksphotographic.org/event/joe-cornish-the-amazing-landscape-photographer-from-the-uk-will-speak-to-bps-via-zoom/
LOCATION:Hybrid
CATEGORIES:Hybrid Zoom Meeting,Monday night meeting
ORGANIZER;CN="Berks Photographic Society":MAILTO:info@berksphotographic.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241007T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241007T210000
DTSTAMP:20260423T074436
CREATED:20231212T231710Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240913T194957Z
UID:43567-1728327600-1728334800@berksphotographic.org
SUMMARY:BPS member and photography educator Valerie Hoffman shares “My Adventure in Norway!
DESCRIPTION:– October 7\, 2024 at 7:00 PM: BPS member and photography educator Valerie Hoffman shares “My Adventure in Norway! \nNorway is a Scandinavian country encompassing mountains\, lakes\, glaciers and deep coaster fjords. Its beauty is unparalleled\, and so are the photographic opportunities! \nUsually the one leading photography workshops here in the states\, Valerie says\, “In 2022\, I had the opportunity to spend 15 days traveling and photographing the beauty of Norway. Join me as I share images and stories from my adventure!” \nSee Valerie’s website to find out which adventure you can have with her at valeriehoffmanphotography.com/. \n 
URL:https://berksphotographic.org/event/valerie-hoffman-will-share-her-photographic-experiences-in-norway/
LOCATION:Hybrid
CATEGORIES:Hybrid Zoom Meeting,Monday night meeting
ORGANIZER;CN="Berks Photographic Society":MAILTO:info@berksphotographic.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240916T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240916T210000
DTSTAMP:20260423T074436
CREATED:20231212T231923Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231212T231923Z
UID:43569-1726513200-1726520400@berksphotographic.org
SUMMARY:Francesco Gola will present “Introduction to Seascape Photography” from Italy in a hybrid zoom session
DESCRIPTION: In this event Francesco will take us on an engaging journey through the captivating realm of seascape photography. The session will kick off with a comprehensive exploration of the essential gear required to capture the breathtaking beauty of seascapes. From cameras & lenses to tripods & filters\, Francesco will provide valuable insights into assembling the perfect toolkit for this genre. Moving seamlessly into camera settings\, we can expect to unravel the intricacies of achieving optimal exposure\, focus & depth of field in various seaside scenarios. Francesco will demystify the technical aspects\, empowering photographers of all levels to master their equipment & create mesmerizing compositions. The heart of the talk will delve into shooting techniques\, with a particular focus on the art of long exposure. Francesco’s expertise in this area will shine as he unravels the magic behind capturing the ethereal movement of waves\, transforming ordinary scenes into extraordinary visual stories. \nFrancesco will also share invaluable practical advice garnered from years of hands-on experience. From timing the perfect golden hour shots to navigating unpredictable weather conditions\, these insights will prove invaluable to anyone seeking to immerse themselves in the world of seascape photography. Whether a beginner or a seasoned enthusiast\, participants will leave the meeting with a heightened appreciation for the art & a toolkit of skills to embark on their own seascape photography adventures. \nFrancesco Gola is an engineer who’s fallen in love with photography. Born in Italy in 1981\, as soon as he started taking pictures he fell in love with long exposures of seascapes. For him\, a long exposure is a parallel universe in which to escape from the frenzy of modern life. His passion for the sea & for travel led him to visit some of the most iconic locations on this planet\, looking at them with different eyes. \nInspired by the romantic painters William Turner & Ivan Konstantinovich Aivazovsky\, Francesco developed a special emotional relationship with nature that is clearly expressed through his seascape photographs. \nNow Francesco lives & teaches photography in Milan where he collaborates with companies\, sites & magazines for the diffusion of photographic culture in Italy & in the world. \n \nVisit Francesco’s sites to learn more about his wonderful work & offerings: WEBSITE & INSTAGRAM. \nThis will be a paid event for non-members with a $10 donation. For non-members interested in attending\, please register by making your $10 donation at https://store.berksphotographic.org/product/club-donation/.
URL:https://berksphotographic.org/event/francesco-gola-will-present-introduction-to-seascape-photography-from-italy-in-a-hybrid-zoom-session/
LOCATION:Hybrid
CATEGORIES:Hybrid Zoom Meeting,Monday night meeting
ORGANIZER;CN="Berks Photographic Society":MAILTO:info@berksphotographic.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240909T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240909T210000
DTSTAMP:20260423T074436
CREATED:20240226T191633Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240226T194229Z
UID:43642-1725908400-1725915600@berksphotographic.org
SUMMARY:BPS member Ginnie Lodge will share “Photoshop Tips and Tricks.”
DESCRIPTION:BPS member Ginnie Lodge will share “Photoshop Tips and Tricks.” \nLearn how to go from Lightroom to Photoshop and back again. Find out about the power of layers. Learn how and when to use the new generative AI features to remove objects or expand your photos. And more! She will address questions sent by members in advance to help you use Photoshop more effectively.
URL:https://berksphotographic.org/event/bps-member-ginnie-lodge-will-share-photoshop-tips-and-tricks/
LOCATION:Hybrid
CATEGORIES:Classes & Workshops,Hybrid Zoom Meeting,Monday night meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240808T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240808T210000
DTSTAMP:20260423T074436
CREATED:20240727T201258Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240727T201628Z
UID:43748-1723143600-1723150800@berksphotographic.org
SUMMARY:Boyertown Museum of Historic Vehicles Image Processing with Vince Pellegrini
DESCRIPTION:A special mid-summer BPS Zoom session with Vince Pellegrini on Thursday\, August 8\, 2024 at 7:00 PM. I plan to cover the entire process of that day in Boyertown from start to finish: from my vision before arriving at the Museum\, to the technical aspects of my set up for the images\, my thoughts on how I culled my best images out of nearly 300 shots & finally\, my post processing workflow in Adobe’s Lightroom\, including its new masking & remove tools. I will emphasize the many neat bits that I learned during this endeavor. This session will be geared toward exciting all members no matter the skill level!\n\nI sure hope that many of you will join me live on this night. I think that we’ll have a really fun time together. This will be Zoom only with no presence at the GoggleWorks. The session will be recorded but I really hope to see you there so that we can have a good interaction.\n\n\n\n\n\n\nHere is the Zoom link for this meeting:\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/85756958939?pwd=dQ30mkUY4f9jU0nYTLNAQkHFPG7Esd.1\nMeeting ID: 857 5695 8939\nPasscode: 587302
URL:https://berksphotographic.org/event/boyertown-image-processing-with-vince-pellegrini/
LOCATION:ZOOM
ORGANIZER;CN="Vince Pellegrini":MAILTO:Vince.Pellegrini@berksphotographic.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240715T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240715T210000
DTSTAMP:20260423T074436
CREATED:20240517T195911Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240606T213334Z
UID:43712-1721070000-1721077200@berksphotographic.org
SUMMARY:Still Life “Hands On” Workshop - July 15\,2024 - with Tim Huey\, Kim Sweimler\, and Ginnie Lodge
DESCRIPTION:Still Life “Hands On” Workshop. \n Still Life “Hands On” Workshop. Recently added to our schedule for July 15 is a hands-on workshop to create still life images. BPS members can attend this workshop at no charge. Non-members can attend for only $10. This is a  Monday evening event in the middle of summer\, when the club usually takes a summer hiatus. But to keep your photographic juices flowing\, we are offering this special summer opportunity. BPS board members Tim Huey\, Kim Sweimler\, and Ginnie Lodge will be setting up still life scenes and lighting for you to photograph. They will also be available to help you and to answer any questions. Bring your camera and a tripod. Get together in person with other members. Try something new! This is an in-person only event in our space in the GoggleWorks.  If you are interested or have questions\, you can reach out to Ginnie at ginnie.lodge@berksphotographic.com. Let us know if you plan to join us.
URL:https://berksphotographic.org/event/still-life-hands-on-workshop/
LOCATION:Goggle Works  Suite 326
CATEGORIES:Classes & Workshops
ORGANIZER;CN="Berks Photographic Society":MAILTO:info@berksphotographic.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240627T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240627T140000
DTSTAMP:20260423T074436
CREATED:20240317T195942Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240606T211751Z
UID:43667-1719475200-1719496800@berksphotographic.org
SUMMARY:Hindu Temple ‘Day Trip’ – June 27 (new date!!!!!) By Jeff Schaeffer
DESCRIPTION:PLEASE NOTE THE NEW DATE FOR THIS TRIP  —  JUNE 27th  — \nOn June 27th\, the club will be taking a day trip to the BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Akshardham in Robbinsville\, NJ. This is the second largest Hindu temple in the world and it’s less than two hours from Reading! The first Mandir opened in 2014 and is a beautiful temple with intricately carved sculptures inside and out as well as beautiful mosaics and paintings. The large Akshardham was opened in October 2023 and is an amazing structure with over 10\,000 marble sculptures. An interesting fact is that a lot of the work was done by over 15\,000 volunteers\, each contributing the time they could to help move the project forward. This is a Hindu temple\, but it is open to people of all faiths and the volunteers here are very welcoming! \nMore information about the temple can be found here:  BAPS Swaminarayan Akshardham \nA few things to note about the visit. There is no photography allowed inside the buildings. There is plenty to photograph outside the temples and around the grounds. There is a strict dress code – tops must cover the shoulders\, back and upper arms and legwear must be at least below knee-length.  If you don’t comply\, you will be requested to wear wraps which are provided at the Mandir.  Also\, all footwear must be removed to enter the temples. Shoe racks are available at the entrances (note – socks are ok).  More visitor information can be found here:  BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir – Robbinsville – Visitor Info  \nWe will plan to arrive at the temple by 10:00 AM which will give us time to tour the Mandir and experience a daily arti (ceremony) at 11:15 AM. Following that\, we will take a tour of the Akshardham and have time to wander around the grounds. Once we are finished at the temple\, we will go to a local Indian Restaurant for lunch. The restaurant will be located near other restaurants for those that may not care for Indian foods. \nThere is no cost for the trip.  There are donation boxes around the temple grounds if you chose to make a donation.  You can choose to meet there\, or I’d suggest we try to carpool where possible. Since there are a few tolls on the turnpike and bridges (about $30)\, we can just share the costs per vehicle.  Once we have a list of those planning to go\, we can work out the meeting location(s).  We would need to leave Reading by 8:00am. \nTo sign up or for more information\, please contact Jeff at jeffschaefferphoto@comcast.net . If we have enough people going\, we can probably arrange for private tours. \nWe hope you’ll join us on June 19th!
URL:https://berksphotographic.org/event/hindu-temple-day-trip-june-19-by-jeff-schaeffer/
CATEGORIES:Classes & Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240624T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240624T210000
DTSTAMP:20260423T074436
CREATED:20240403T181707Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240517T200830Z
UID:43696-1719255600-1719262800@berksphotographic.org
SUMMARY:BPS Member Photo Competition & Critique Night  The theme is “Anything Goes” in both Pictorial & Nature categories. This is a change in topic. 
DESCRIPTION:The second BPS competition and critique for this year will be held on June 24\, 2024. Submission deadline is Sunday night\, June 9\, 2024 at 12 MN. This deadline is close. Submit now. This will be a recorded\, hybrid meeting using Zoom for those who decide not to join us at the GoggleWorks. Every member is encouraged to participate. The goal of our competitions is to make these sessions learning experiences for everyone\, the submitters and the observers. Hopefully\, this will lead to improved photographic outcomes down the road. This is accomplished by having highly qualified judges who do thoughtful and constructive critiques of the submissions and give actionable recommendations. \n“Anything Goes” is the theme for this event in both nature and pictorial. This theme was used in 2023 but is being repeated. The reason for this is to allow our creative expressions to go all out again. Here is the chance to shine. This is the session to showcase abstract images\, multiple exposures\, intentional camera movement\, Photoshop manipulation or even straight forward\, representational imagery\, if desired. Any type of image\, genre or creative process works as long as all of the elements originate entirely within a camera. To be specific\, no AI generative fill elements are allowed in any BPS competition. The maker will need to differentiate between Pictorial and Nature subject matter as the core basis of their images since this could be difficult to discern from the final result. \nThe BPS competition rules were revised and given BPS Board approval on May 8\, 2023 and some slight procedural changes were made this year. Everyone should review the latest rules and the details for entry as found HERE or refer to the BPS website for details under the “Competition” header. This document will give you the naming guidelines and the sizing criteria along with a lot more information. Ginnie has created a guideline for image sizing – check it out HERE. Please\, please do your best to get this process correct. Carefully review your files before your submission. There continue to be a significant number of errors which creates a large amount of unnecessary work on my part. \nFor competitions\, BPS members are divided into Class A (advanced) and Class B groups. Generally\, all new members are in Class B. If you feel that your photographic images and skill level are indeed “advanced” then please email Vince Pellegrini at Vince.Pellegrini@berksphotographic.com to request a review. Each dues-current BPS member in Class A and Class B group may submit up to two images in each of the two categories\, Pictorial category (P) and Nature category (N). Please note the category designation has changed to clarify things with P and N now used for the two categories (instead of A and B.) \nFor submission\, there are 4 links to 4 separate directories in the Club’s SmugMug account to upload images into\, depending on the photographer’s Class (A or B) and the image Category (Pictorial=P or Nature=N). This will then automatically separate the image files appropriately on the receiving end. \nClass A photographers use these 2 links to upload files once they are sized and named correctly: \n\n\nPictorial (P): https://www.smugmug.com/upload/r5ZTvq/ClassAPictorial \n\n\nNature (N): https://www.smugmug.com/upload/BkRVbG/ClassANature  \n\n\nClass B photographers use these 2 links to upload files: \n\n\nPictorial (P): https://www.smugmug.com/upload/f7pVTw/ClassBPictorial \n\n\nNature (N): https://www.smugmug.com/upload/F5hJxr/ClassBNature \n\n\nIf you have questions or need help\, please email Vince before submitting at Vince.Pellegrini@berksphotographic.com. Remember\, no changes can be made after submission. \nSubmission of an image for any BPS competition indicates agreement of the maker to allow BPS to post the image in the BPS Newsletter and online via the BPS website and BPS YouTube channel. \nCarl Finkbeiner will be the judge for this competition. Carl is a professional photographer in the Philadelphia area\, offering fine art photographs\, artifact photography services for curators and makers\, as well as photography instruction. After a 45 year career in a highly rational/analytical profession – statistical sciences – he left the business world in 2015 and pursued his lifelong passion for photography in earnest. Carl earned the Contemporary Practices Photography Certificate from the Tilt Institute in Philadelphia\, then worked in event and portrait photography\, exhibited his own work\, taught photography composition and editing\, and is the Photographer at the Rose Valley Museum\, shooting the collection as well as events and marketing material. \nCarl is an instructor with the Digital Photo Academy which offers a range of on-line courses and services as well as over 200 in the field sessions around the world through 124 instructors. Carl’s own business is Deliberate Light Photography.  Carl can be found on Instagram and Facebook: @carlfinkbeiner. \nThe four first place winners of this BPS competition will be posted on the Digital Photo Academy sites.
URL:https://berksphotographic.org/event/bps-member-photo-competition-critique-night-the-theme-is-anything-goes-in-both-pictorial-nature-categories-this-is-a-change-in-topic/
LOCATION:Hybrid
CATEGORIES:Hybrid Zoom Meeting,Monday night meeting,Photo Competitions
ORGANIZER;CN="Berks Photographic Society":MAILTO:info@berksphotographic.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240622T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240622T120000
DTSTAMP:20260423T074436
CREATED:20240403T182146Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240403T182146Z
UID:43698-1719046800-1719057600@berksphotographic.org
SUMMARY:June 22\, 2024 (Saturday):  Post processing workshop with Dutch Bagley\, 9am-noon at the Goggleworks.
DESCRIPTION: June 22\, 2024 (Saturday):  Post processing workshop with Dutch Bagley\, 9am-noon at the Goggleworks.
URL:https://berksphotographic.org/event/june-22-2024-saturday-post-processing-workshop-with-dutch-bagley-9am-noon-at-the-goggleworks/
LOCATION:Goggle Works  Suite 326
CATEGORIES:Classes & Workshops,Training
ORGANIZER;CN="Berks Photographic Society":MAILTO:info@berksphotographic.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240617T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240617T210000
DTSTAMP:20260423T074436
CREATED:20240403T181325Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240412T162214Z
UID:43693-1718650800-1718658000@berksphotographic.org
SUMMARY:“Authentic Travel Photography in the Age of Instagram” with Bob Krist
DESCRIPTION:– June 17\, 2024 at 7:00 PM: Bob Krist will present via a hybrid Zoom session “Authentic Travel Photography in the Age of Instagram”. The following thoughts are from Bob: “There’s no doubt about it\, social media like Instagram & Facebook has allowed photographers to reach much wider audiences. It’s no longer necessary to pass the gatekeepers of magazine art directors & picture editors to share your photos with the world. The democratization of media has been a boon to photographers. But it’s not without its pitfalls. Instead of fostering a genuine interest in other peoples & cultures\, the Instagram aesthetic somehow became one of\, ‘hey look at me.’ Rather than using the camera as a license to be curious\, we use the camera as a tool to brag with. Pandemic notwithstanding\, we may be traveling\, shooting & sharing more\, but we’re not becoming any more culturally literate. However\, we have become a whole lot more narcissistic.” \nTraveling Photographer (2000) was hailed by American Photographer magazine as “the best book about travel photography we’ve ever read.” \nYou can visit Bob’s website HERE. \nThis will be a paid event for non-members with a $10 donation. For non-members interested in attending\, please register by making your $10 donation at https://store.berksphotographic.org/product/club-donation/. 
URL:https://berksphotographic.org/event/authentic-travel-photography-in-the-age-of-instagram-with-bob-krist/
LOCATION:Hybrid
CATEGORIES:Hybrid Zoom Meeting,Monday night meeting
ORGANIZER;CN="Berks Photographic Society":MAILTO:info@berksphotographic.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240615T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240615T170000
DTSTAMP:20260423T074436
CREATED:20240403T181102Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240517T200347Z
UID:43691-1718438400-1718470800@berksphotographic.org
SUMMARY:Saturday\, June 15: outing to Philadelphia- the Parkway and the Philadelphia Navy Yard.
DESCRIPTION:Group outing to Philadelphia- the Parkway and the Philadelphia Navy Yard. A day trip with Dutch Bagley to the French Champs-Élysées inspired architecture along the Ben Franklin Parkway which includes the Phila. Art Museum\, Phila. Library\, Rodin Museum\, Barnes Foundation\, Cathedral Basilica of Saints Peter and Paul\, and many more extraordinary buildings. Even a chance to do a selfie with ‘Rocky.’ Then it is on to the Philadelphia Navy Yard where there is a chance to capture the John F. Kennedy aircraft carrier and other older mothballed ships in drydock\, and the curved structure of the Intrepid building and several more modern buildings.
URL:https://berksphotographic.org/event/saturday-june-15-outing-to-philadelphia-the-parkway-and-the-philadelphia-navy-yard-details-to-follow/
CATEGORIES:Photo Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240608T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240608T180000
DTSTAMP:20260423T074436
CREATED:20240403T180920Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240517T200507Z
UID:43689-1717833600-1717869600@berksphotographic.org
SUMMARY:New York City - BPS members are invited to go to NYC via Klein Bus and photograph with Dutch Bagley
DESCRIPTION:New York City – BPS members are invited to go to NYC via Klein Bus (or via their own transportation) and photograph with Dutch Bagley as a follow-up to his Monday\, June 3rd presentation. This is an amazing opportunity to photograph the city with someone who knows all the places to go! We will have eye popping opportunities to capture a multitude of architectural buildings and structures\, from the Javitz Center and Hudson Yards at the Vessel\, on the west side and down the High Line to the AIC building and beyond. Interspersed with this walk are great moments which include photographing the spring flora and an active city population during their daily activities. There has been a change in bus transportation from the plan originally sent out. The Klein bus is booked through ourbus.com and is $70 round trip. Arrival time in NYC is 9:25 AM\, and morning leaving times vary depending on departure point. Plan to leave NYC at 8:30 PM. Contact Jay Linsenbigler soon (kristieandjayl@gmail.com) for full details and with any questions. 
URL:https://berksphotographic.org/event/new-york-city-bps-members-are-invited-to-go-to-nyc-via-klein-bus-and-photograph-with-dutch/
CATEGORIES:Photo Walk
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240603T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240603T210000
DTSTAMP:20260423T074436
CREATED:20240226T192747Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240226T194132Z
UID:43650-1717441200-1717448400@berksphotographic.org
SUMMARY:BPS member Dutch Bagley presents “Architectural Haiku”
DESCRIPTION:BPS member Dutch Bagley presents “Architectural Haiku” \nDutch has loved capturing images of a city’s architecture wherever he visits\, especially in New York City. For this presentation\, Dutch will demonstrate his initial approach for selecting a capture\, the tools used to create an image and will show how he creates light flows\, enhances contrasts and tonal ranges\, incorporates selections and curves into his images to promote an in-depth three-dimensional look for his architectural images\, and how finished work is readied to hang on a gallery wall. Even if your work is focused in another direction\, this presentation will give you additional options to create your vision. \nDutch is a self-taught amateur photographer\, beginning with his passion for all sizes of film cameras in the 70’s\, creating black and white framed prints\, through to his acceptance of using digital processes during the last 10 years to recreate newer versions of those long ago visions. He is an avid (understatement) local\, national and international photography competition entrant\, relentlessly tracking/analyzing his yearly and lifetime competition entry costs\, number of images accepted/rejected\, acceptance rate (currently 47.62 %)\, etc.\, etc.\, etc.\, and much more\, which keeps him in the rabbit hole. He is a member of 9 photography clubs/venues\, including: President of Gallery 14 in Hopewell NJ\, V.P. of the Cheltenham Camera Club and a member of the Phillips’ Mill Photo Exhibition Committee. He enjoys creating and giving presentations to photography clubs on topics that drive his photographic experience\, believing that sharing one’s knowledge can make us better creators of art.
URL:https://berksphotographic.org/event/bps-member-dutch-bagley-presents-architectural-haiku/
LOCATION:Hybrid
CATEGORIES:Hybrid Zoom Meeting,Monday night meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240520T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240520T210000
DTSTAMP:20260423T074436
CREATED:20231212T231540Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240410T205832Z
UID:43565-1716231600-1716238800@berksphotographic.org
SUMMARY:Paul Sanders of the UK will present “The Soul of the Creator” via a hybrid zoom meeting. More info to follow
DESCRIPTION:Paul Sanders will present live from the UK his talk entitled “The Soul of the Creator” via a hybrid zoom meeting. This presentation will explore the relationship a photographer must have with their subject & why we so often fail to pay our fullest attention to our muse. Every genre of photography is a collaboration between two elements\, the photographer & the subject but each has the impressions of hundreds\, if not thousands of other influences embedded within them. This talk aims to unravel the mystery of this relationship & offers thoughts about how we might all benefit from being a little more grateful of the hands of others in our chosen subject. \n  \nEnglish fine art photographer Paul Sanders has been involved in photography since leaving school\, first as a black & white printer\, then as a fashion photographer. His career changed direction in the early 1990s as he started working as a news photographer. This change led to a post at Reuters & then The Times newspaper\, as Picture Editor overseeing the entire visual content of the prestigious publication. Paul left The Times at the end of 2011 to pursue his love of nature & the landscape. \nPaul’s approach to landscape photography is one of mindful connection. After looking at nearly 20\,000 images every day during his years at the Times\, his own work is the result of his emotional & spiritual responses to the subjects. He works with & reflects the sense of stillness & calm he feels whilst with them.  \nA passionate advocate for mental health & the benefits of using photography to help with recovery\, Paul leads workshops for West Kent Mind to build confidence & resilience for those suffering with a wide range of mental health needs. \nHis first book\, a limited edition of 150 (self published through Envisage Books)\, sold out in under 24 hours. Paul is a sought after speaker in the UK & Europe. His highly reflective work has been exhibited widely across the UK\, Europe & Japan. Paul is an ambassador for Fujifilm UK\, Fotospeed Papers & Lee Filters. \nVisit Paul’s website at www.discoverstill.com as well as his Instagram account @discover_still & his Facebook page discoverstil. \nThis will be a paid event for non-members with a $10 donation. For non-members interested in attending\, please register by making your $10 donation at https://store.berksphotographic.org/product/club-donation/. 
URL:https://berksphotographic.org/event/paul-sanders-of-the-uk-will-present-the-soul-of-the-creator-via-a-hybrid-zoom-meeting-more-info-to-follow/
LOCATION:Hybrid
CATEGORIES:Hybrid Zoom Meeting,Monday night meeting
ORGANIZER;CN="Berks Photographic Society":MAILTO:info@berksphotographic.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240518T102000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240518T163000
DTSTAMP:20260423T074436
CREATED:20240317T195426Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240317T195426Z
UID:43665-1716027600-1716049800@berksphotographic.org
SUMMARY:Bryn Athyn Cathedral Photoshoot – May 18 Led by Vince Pellegrini
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a fun filled & educational day at the Bryn Athyn Cathedral & Glencairn Mansion/Museum in Bryn Athyn\, PA. All BPS members & their guests are invited to this event. In fact\, the more the merrier. However\, registration is required & you must email me at Vince.Pellegrini@berksphotographic.com\, as well. \nThe Bryn Athyn Cathedral is an active house of worship & gathering place for members of the New Church\, a Christian denomination based on the writings of Emanual Swedeenborg. This Gothic & Romanesque Cathedral was constructed between 1913 & 1919 by 300 local artisans. The major benefactor was John Pitcairn Jr.\, President of Pittsburgh Plate Glass Company (PPG). The complex is located just outside of Philadelphia\, 65 miles from Reading. \nThe architecture of the Cathedral is very dramatic with its tower\, asymmetry & gorgeous stained glass windows. The Cathedral’s lobby feels like a medieval castle with tall ceilings and stone walls. The interior of the cathedral’s nave is at least as impressive as the exterior\, if not more so\, with light streaming through the stained-glass windows overhead. It is listed as a National Historic Landmark. Learn more with these references HERE & HERE. \nOn the Cathedral grounds is the Glencairn Museum\, the former castle-like mansion of John’s son\, Raymond. It is a medieval\, Romanesque style building with nine stories & 90 rooms & a nine story tower & was completed in 1939. Now converted to the Museum\, it contains a collection of about 8\,000 artworks\, mostly religious in nature\, from cultures such as ancient Egypt\, Greece\, the Roman Empire & medieval Europe\, as well as Islamic\, Asian & Native American works. It is on the National Register of Historic Places. During our visit\, there will be an exhibition titled Cardboard Chronicles: The Biblical Art of Rudolph Bostic. More information on the museum can be found HERE. \nThe Cathedral\, its buildings & the three huge houses that were originally built for the Pitcairn family are picturesquely sited on rolling hills that combine open fields and woods with lovely views out over the surrounding countryside. There are beautiful & expansive gardens throughout the complex. The grounds were designed by Olmstead Brothers of NYC’s Central Park fame. \nWe will drive separately to Bryn Athyn\, about 75 minutes from Reading. Those who want to carpool could arrange that & perhaps meet at the GoggleWorks. I can help to facilitate that. Our group will gather at the Cathedral at 10:20 AM. BPS will have a very special experience at the Cathedral beginning at 10:30 AM. Our group will first have a private 45 minute tour of the historic Cathedral as described here: “Our tours tell of the ever-evolving representation of a faith much like the community it serves\, a manifestation of organic beauty\, that is highlighted in the religious symbolism of the building. Dedicated over 100 years ago\, this masterpiece marries old craftsmanship with modern upgrades.” We will then be allowed to photograph the interior for up to an hour. Tripods will be allowed which is a big exception to the policy. There will be free access to independently explore & photograph the grounds & gardens for up to another hour after the tour. A bag lunch would be ideal at the conclusion of this portion although there is a cafe about one mile away. \nAt 1:00\, we will meet up at the Glencairn Museum/Mansion on the grounds & have a private 90 minute Highlights Tour. Here is the tour’s description: “The guided tour begins in the Great Hall\, featuring awe-inspiring architecture and skilled craftsmanship. Experience spiritual beliefs and practices through the ages by exploring three galleries (most likely Rome\, Greece\, and the Medieval Treasury) with art and artifacts from the Glencairn Museum collection. Immerse yourself in family spaces that have remained unchanged since Glencairn was a home\, including the family Chapel (with stained glass and mosaics) and the Main Bedroom and Bath. The elevator ascent to the Tower\, with its commanding view of the local area and the Philadelphia skyline\, is a visitor favorite.” We will be able to photograph inside the museum during & after the tour however the rooms are too small here to allow the use of tripods. Our group will leave as desired anytime after the Museum tour. The Museum closes at 4:30. \nWe will not be able to photograph the Cairnwood Estate & its gardens as there will be a private function there during our visit. Privacy will need to be respected. \nThis will be a great architectural & flower photographic opportunity combined with a wonderful educational & cultural experience. It will be a lovely event for photographers & non-photographers alike. Bring the family. \nCost: The Cathedral tour is $5\, paid in cash at the door. The Museum tour is $15 with seniors & student discounts\, paid in advance using this BPS specific LINK. Everyone joining us this day must complete this link to be registered. Do so as soon as you know that you will join us. You must also please email me at Vince.Pellegrini@berksphotographic.com to confirm that you will be participating & the size of your group so that there is a handle on the numbers & we know who will be attending. Include in that email if you are interested in carpooling & I can put out an email with that information.
URL:https://berksphotographic.org/event/bryn-athyn-cathedral-photoshoot-may-18-led-by-vince-pellegrini/
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SUMMARY:BPS member Jeff Schaeffer shares “Travel Photography – Capturing the Experience!”
DESCRIPTION: BPS member Jeff Schaeffer shares “Travel Photography – Capturing the Experience!” \nJeff enjoys traveling to new places and enjoys capturing the experience to share with others.  He is enthusiastic about traveling to foreign places but also enjoys traveling in the USA and exploring places near to home.  In 2023\, he and his wife decided to do a ‘day trip’ each week to get out\, explore and shoot!  Jeff will share tips and ideas that have helped him in his travel photography journey.  He will also share several ideas of day trips that are within a couple of hours of home where to practice capturing our experiences to share with others.  \nAs a follow-up to the presentation\, we will schedule two ‘day trips’ this summer to get out and practice! \nJeff is a retired business intelligence and analytics IT professional.  Once retired\, Jeff began focusing on photography and enjoys learning and practicing all types of photography.  He loves to travel and has spent about half a year in India where his passion for travel photography really grew.  He has had images published in “The Hindu” – a national newspaper in India\, a book “Kalarippayattu:  A Holistic Martial Art from India” published in Poland and on signs and advertisements throughout India.
URL:https://berksphotographic.org/event/bps-member-jeff-schaeffer-shares-travel-photography-capturing-the-experience/
LOCATION:Hybrid
CATEGORIES:Hybrid Zoom Meeting,Monday night meeting
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SUMMARY:Rock Hollow Woods Environmental Learning Center with Amy Langman
DESCRIPTION:Rock Hollow Woods Environmental Learning Center\, a 67-acre non-profit\, invites you to come to their property on Saturday\, April 20\, 2024 from approximately 9 am to 12 pm. During this time\, Amy Langman will lead you around the property to experience its magic. There are plenty of photographic opportunities including many species of trees\, insects\, amphibians\, emerging woodland and wetland growth\, a gorgeous pavilion made with barn stone\, and more. Please RSVP to Amy at birdgyrl@gmail.com at your earliest convenience. There is no direct cost for this unique experience\, but a donation to Rock Hollow Woods is encouraged. \nIf members all agree\, we can do a creek study also. We can find dragonfly nymphs\, crayfish\, and other insect larvae that spend most of their life in the healthy creek. \nPlease make sure to have water\, snacks\, and sturdy shoes. Mother Nature is unpredictable so please be prepared! If you want to gather for lunch at Stampede Barbeque afterwards\, it would make for a nice\, informal gathering to discuss photography and enjoy each other’s company. \nRock Hollow Woods is located at 615 Rock Hollow Road\, Birdsboro\, PA 19508 (Amy will direct parking) and Stampede Barbeque is located at 4372 Morgantown Road\, Mohnton\, PA 19540.
URL:https://berksphotographic.org/event/rock-hollow-woods-environmental-learning-center-with-amy-langman/
CATEGORIES:Classes & Workshops
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SUMMARY:Phil Penman will present a talk entitled “Street Photography Unfiltered” in a hybrid zoom session.
DESCRIPTION:Historical events are happening all around us all the time. As photographers we have an ability to be able to share stories & capture world events in real time. Learn about the thought process behind picking a subject\, capturing it & getting it out into the world from one of the absolutely most respected in the genre. \nThe British-born\, New York-based photographer Phil Penman has documented the ever-changing scene of New York City’s streets for more than 25 years. In his career as a news & magazine photographer\, with a large body of work in such publications as The Guardian\, The Independent\, The New York Review of Books\, among others\, Phil has photographed major public figures & historical events. In particular\, his reportage following the September 11\, 2001 terrorist attack on the World Trade Center has featured on NBC’s Today show\, as well as on the BBC\, History Channel\, & Al Jazeera; his images have been included in the 9/11 Memorial & Museum & its archives. Phil’s work covering the pandemic lockdown in New York City has been acquired by the U.S. Library of Congress\, whose collection holds work by such great Depression-era documentarians as Walker Evans & Dorothea Lange. Besides showing at Leica galleries in New York\, Washington\, D.C.\, Boston & London\, Penman’s signature street photography has appeared in international exhibitions as far afield as Venice\, Berlin & Sydney. \n\n \n Phil tours theorld teaching workshops on photography for Leica Akademie. \nPenman’s first book\, “Street”\, published in 2019\, became a best-seller & was featured at the Museum of Modern Art in New York. He just released his second book\, “New York Street Diaries”. \nAmong his accolades: Phil was recently named among the “52 Most Influential Street Photographers\,” alongside such legends as Henri Cartier-Bresson\, Sebastião Salgado\, Diane Arbus & Garry Winogrand. “Voted Top 10 Street Photographers 2019” – The Phoblographer. “From astronauts on the crosswalk to young skaters shredding on high rooftops\, to 30-foot-tall statues lying sideways on the back of a truck\, Penman’s subjects prove there’s never a dull moment in the Big Apple” – Jenny Zhang\, My Modern MET. “Top 10 Contemporary Street Photographers living today” – My Modern MET. “If the photographs themselves are stunning – by turn surprising\, moving\, funny & even shocking – the show’s real star is New York itself. Penman’s love of his adoptive home shines through on every page” – Grazia Magazine.\n \nVisit Phil’s WEBSITE. \nThis will be a paid event for non-BPS members with a $10 donation. For non-members interested in attending\, please register by making your $10 donation at https://store.berksphotographic.org/product/club-donation/.
URL:https://berksphotographic.org/event/phil-penman-will-present-a-hybrid-zoom-talk-entitled-street-photography-unfiltered/
LOCATION:Hybrid
CATEGORIES:Hybrid Zoom Meeting,Monday night meeting
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