March 2015, Volume 65, Issue 3 Cover Photo by: David Temples

March 2015, Volume 65, Issue 3
March Speaker-Larry Perry
Member News
SCIPE
My Favorite Place
Bob Coates Seminar
March Field Trip
For Sale & Free
Cover Photo by: David Temples
March PSC Meeting - March 19, 2015
PSC Presents Larry Perry as the March Speaker
It has been said that Larry Perry is magazines with 3 cover shots; (11) A popular speaker at
one of Tennessee's best kept se- clubs and conventions around the country; and (12) he
crets.
publishes the very popular Larry’s
Notes each week on photography.
He is: (1) an author of 28 books on
Larry is a certified Photoshop ina wide variety of subjects the most
structor and a popular photo tour
recent, Photoshop CC 101, just
leader.
released, not to mention more
than 400 magazine articles; (2) a
Larry’s talks are very informative,
former newspaper columnist
educational, and more often, conwhose column was carried in 90
troversial.
newspapers around the country;
(3) an adjunct professor at UT and
First Quarter Photo Contest winUCLA; and a frequent guest speaker at other colleges and
ners will also be announced.
universities around the country; (4) a businessman with
business interests in the US as well as the Far East; (5) an
expert on international telecommunications who has testified before Congress on several occasions; (6) a former
Higher Education Commissioner for the State of Tennessee; (7) A world traveler who has visited some 117 countries around the world;
(8) a licensed professional engineer in several states; (9) a licensed attorney; and in
his spare time, (10) a
prize-winning nature and
wildlife photographer
whose images have
been seen in some 11
New Members & Visitors
PSC welcomes the new members and visitors from The February meeting. Each guest is invited to become a member of PSC, and new members are encouraged to participate in all PSC sponsored activities available to members.
New Members
Visitors
Melissa Spiers
Petro Oberholster
Braam Oberholster
Larry Miller
Norman and Lynda Peay
Whit Wallace
Cindy Miles
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PSC Committee Chairs
MEMBER NEWS
Boot Camp: Mike Tomshack
[email protected]
Camera Club Council of Tennessee
(3CT) Club Rep: Milton McLain
[email protected]
Community Outreach: Mike Tomshack
[email protected]
Contest—Quarterly & Annual Dianne Blankenbaker
[email protected]
Contest - SCIPE Coordinators:
Myra Reneau and Pat Gordy
[email protected]
Exhibitions: Milton McLain
[email protected]
Field Trips: Bruce Tatum
[email protected]
Fundraising: Mary McLain
[email protected]
Membership: Kathy Hamill
[email protected]
Newsletter: Rosemary Jardine
[email protected]
Photoshop Committee: Available
[email protected]
Programs: David Temples
[email protected]
PSA Competition - PID: Milton McLain
[email protected]
PSA Competition - ND: Bill Mueller
[email protected]
PSA Club Representative: Milton McLain
[email protected]
Publicity: Karen Beisel
[email protected]
Sound Technician: Terry Hunt
[email protected]
Special Events: Angela Dillard
[email protected]
Webmaster: Dan Jeter
[email protected]
Workshops & Seminars: Bill Mueller
[email protected]
Youth Photography Showcase (YPS) Pat Gordy
[email protected]
Lifetime memberships have been awarded to long
time PSC members Mickey Rountree, Ed Bowen,
and John Brooks. These members join the following lifetime members: Ed Richards, Janice Rowland, and Pat Gordy.
Congratulations to PSC Members who recently sold
works displayed at The Gallery At Blackwell
Wendell Gordy for “Ozone Falls”
Milton McLain for “Incoming Puffin”
Janis Rowland for “Dance of the Maples”
Table of Contents
Up Coming Events
Pg. 2, Monthly Meeting Info
March 1, SCIPE Opens
Pg. 3, Member News
March 5, Board Meets
Pg. 4, Non PSC Opportunities
March 6, Reception at
Blackwell Gallery
Pg. 5, For Sale, Free & SCIPE
March 7, Coates Seminar
Pg.6, Blackwell Reception
March 8, Coates Workshop
Pg.6, PSA Nature Competition
March 17, St. Patty’s Day
Pg. 7, Macro Shooting
March 19, Club Meeting
Pg. 8, Bleak Weather Shooting
March 20, YPS Awards
Pg. 9-11, My Favorite Place
March 28, Gibbs Garden
Pg. 12, PSC Field Trip
April 1, April Fools Day
Pg. 13, Bob Coats Seminar
April 2, Board Meets
Pg. 14, Showcase Class
April 16, Club Meeting
Pg. 15, Calendar & Boot Camp
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Non PSC Opportunities
The McKamey Animal Shelter is in need of one or more volunteers to take pictures
of new dog and cat arrivals so they can be viewed on their web page. They receive
about 20 dogs and cats each week. Many adoptees use the website pictures to select their new best friend. A volunteer will handle the animals. You will be asked to
attend an orientation. The next one is March 7, at 9 am. For more information, call
423-305-6502
LECTURES and WORKSHOPS
by Tom and Pat Cory
Getting to Know Your Digital Camera ~ March 24, 6-9 pm UTC Continuing Education $39
This course starts at the beginning covering terminology, the various camera controls, menus and more. In order to
make sure your camera is set properly for the subject you like to photograph, the instructors will work with you personally.
Taking Better Pictures ` March 31, 6-9 pm UTC Continuing Education $39.
Understanding the qualities of light, choosing the ‘right subject’ and composition to convey your story, developing a
style, and understanding how the camera sees the world are important considerations in taking ‘wow’ photos. This
class will also review artistic camera controls.
More info can be found on Tom and Pat’s website tomandpatcory.com
Post-Processing: Taking Control of Your Images March 10, 6-9 pm $39
This 3-hour class is taught by PSC member Dianne Blankenbaker
www.utc.edu/continuing-education/personal-development.php#Photography5
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Ken Kirkpatrick has eight, 80-slide and two 140-slide carousels as well as two boxes of Kodak slide
clips - 12 clips per box. If you are interested in these items, please contact Ken at 423-479-2350 or
send an email to [email protected]
Lightweight tripod by Goldcrest, model 675L, one loose leg held on with duct-tape. Free to a good
home. Contact John Coniglio at [email protected]
Well-used working Bogen 3021 Tripod with 3-way head, Manfrotto RCO 488 ball head, and 4 camera adapters that
fit both heads, $125 for all. Contact John Coniglio at [email protected]
DSLR Camera Body ~ Model Canon 5DMarkIII ~ New $3,099.00 Asking
$2,000.00
DSLR Camera Body ~ Model Canon 40D ~ BG-E2N Battery Grip, really right
stuff L bracket Asking $400.00
Lenses:
Canon ES-E 24mm f/3.5 L II Tilt/Shift ~ New $1,999.00 asking $1,500.00
Canon ES-24-70mm f/2.8 L II ~ New $1,900.00 asking $1,500.00
Canon ES-40mm D2.8 STM ~ New $199.00 asking $150.00
Remotes:
Canon Timer Remote Controller TC-80N3 ~ New $129.00 asking $100.00
(intervalometer & long exposure timer)
Canon Remote RS-80N3 Switch Cable Release ~ New $42.00 asking $25.00
Macro Stuff:
Canon 500D 77mm close-up Lens ~ New $149.00 asking $100.00
Contact Bill Muller for purchase of any of this equipment. [email protected]
2015 SCIPE Now Open
The Scenic City International Photo Exhibition (SCIPE), sponsored by PSC and recognized by PSA, is a photography contest open to the entire world—last year entries came
from more than 50 countries. The categories are Color Open and Color Landscape. For
only $12. you may submit 4 images for each category.
Enter your images this year, and see how you place while helping support PSC projects.
For more details and to enter you images go to: http://chattanoogaphoto.org/scipe/ .
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“Thoughts of Spring” Exhibit Opens March 6
Reception at the Gallery at Blackwell
6:30—8:30 PM
Come See the Exhibit and
Meet Bob Coates, Seminar Leader
PSA Interclub Nature Competition
The results are back for the January PSA
Interclub Nature competition, and PSC had
its most successful showing ever. PSC
came in 2nd place for this round out of 30
clubs. Overall for the season that moves
PSC up to 5th place. Two of PSC members
won ribbons this time, Milton McLain received an Award of Merit for his image
“Full Beak” and Jim Mears received an
Honorable mention for his image “Lesser
Goldfinch.”
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“Don’t Pass By Those Downed Trees And Branches” by Mike Moats
Most macro photographers would walk right by this great opportunity and not see the artwork waiting there for you.
Here are two images of a small tree and a branch that has fallen during some high winds. I find these a lot where I
shoot and always check any interesting combinations of dying leaves. I love the way they curl as thy go through the
dying stage.
Here are Two images I like that look like the leaves are engaging in a group hug.
The next two I shot with a wide open aperture at f/2.8 for a little more artistic feel.
This article is reproduced with permission by the author. Mike Moats, an award winning, professional Macro Photographer from Sterling Heights, Michigan. http://www.mikemoatsblog.com/
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Photography Ideas During Cold, Gray Weather
By: Rosemary Jardine
I often find myself feeling deprived of good subject matter when the elements are working against
me. After the Christmas lights have been put away and the weather turns cold and bleak, I find it
hard to find good subject matter.
This winter I took an online photography class through PSA, “The Photographic Society of America,”
on still life photography and also signed up for a PSA “365-Day Challenge.”
Both opened a new world of opportunities for me. Many still life subjects can be found inside your
home, around the neighborhood, and in local antique malls or stores. Just remember to ask permission when photographing inside the property of others.
You can find subject matter for a 365-day project using an internet search or utilizing an online photography site such as Flickr.
All images in this article property of Rosemary Jardine
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My Favorite Place: “The Everglades” by Julie Gayner
One of my favorite places on this planet is the Florida Everglades. At first, I had no idea that this would be so. I went to
South Florida for my job, and on one of my days off, I figured that since I was this close I had better go check it out, because I didn’t know when I might ever be there again.
When I first started exploring the park, it was hard for me to see the beauty. After all, where were the mountains, or
oceans, or waterfalls? No expansive views, kind of blah, I thought. Lots of tall grass, though.
As I started exploring more, I became more and more
enamored with the place and found myself going there
more and more often. I discovered bird photography.
The Anhinga Trail makes it easy for a beginner, and
you don’t even need a very long lens, because the animals there are so used to people. Even so, I was a bit
surprised at how difficult bird photography can be. Alligators are easy, though.
I found myself drawn to the peace and quiet. I was
there in the winter, and there weren't many people there
at all. Certainly not like the Smokies with bumper to
bumper traffic.
It is an amazing place, with so many different types of
habitat. Everything from Mangrove forests, miles of tall
grass, and even pine forests. I was lucky enough to take a
couple of different kayak Eco tours with two different tour
groups. Both were good, but my favorite was with Garls
Coastal Kayaking, based in Key Largo - highly recommended,
if you ever get down that way. He is also a photographer, so if
you set it up in advance, he will put you onto some good
shots, and tailor your trip to whatever skill level of kayaker you
are. It all ended with a glass of wine at sunset on a lake, very
nice. Garls kayaks were better than the other outfits; so the
seats were more comfortable and didn’t hurt my back.
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My Favorite Place: “The Everglades” Continued
Garl is the most knowledgeable
man I met about all things Everglades, including the park rangers I talked to there. He is a true
conservationist, has worked with
National Geographic, and does
gear testing for the likes of Columbia and others. You will learn
more in one day with Garl than a
month of going by yourself, and
you will see more and better
places to photograph, too.
There is also a free canoe trip
you can take through the park.
You have to reserve it in advance, and you can find out more
information on the park’s website.
I found myself trying to use a
colorful sky to help with composition, with limited success. I have seen some amazing photos of the Everglades, but I think most of them were made in
the summer monsoon season. Winters don’t have so much in the way of dramatic skies. But there are other benefits to
going in the winter, namely fewer mosquitoes, and cooler temperatures! I thought it was totally worth it.
I can’t wait to go back. It has become my: “peaceful place” if that
makes any sense.
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My Favorite Place: “The Everglades” Continued
All images in this article property of Julie Gayner
Save The Date
The 2015 Photographic Society of America Conference will be held September
27 through October 3, 2015, in West Yellowstone. This is a once in a lifetime
event you don’t want to miss.
Look for more information concerning the conference on the PSA website,
www.psaphoto.org.
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PSC Field Trip To Gibbs Gardens
For Daffodil Photography
Date: March 28, 2015, We will leave promptly at 7:30 AM.
Meeting Place: Meet at the Antique mall behind the Cracker Barrel in
East Ridge.
Leader: Bruce Tatum
Description: Daffodil Photography at the largest and most spectacular
display of daffodils "this side of Holland." Gibbs is now approved as
an American Daffodil Society Display Garden, one of only 25
in fifteen states.
Daffodil Gardens with 60 varieties of daffodils sweep across more than
50 hillside acres under a canopy of flowering dogwoods and cherry
blossoms.
Japanese Gardens, at more than 40 acres, are the largest in the nation.
Monet Waterlily Gardens, feature 140 varieties of unique lilies and a replica of the Japanese Bridge in Claude Monet’s
Garden at Giverny (outside Paris).
Arbor Crest Manor House Gardens, located on the highest ridge in northeast Cherokee County, has seven flowering terraces that flow seamlessly down 150 feet of elevation from Arbor Crest Manor House to the Valley Gardens.
Directions: I-75 South to Exit 312/GA-53 E, Left toward Fairmount, Left on Salacoa Ave( US-411), Right on GA-53 E,
Right on Zell Miller Mountain Parkway (GA-5 S, GA-515 S, GA-53), Bear Left, Bear Left on Waleska Hwy 108 (GA-108,
GA-53), Right on Yellow Creek Road, Left onto Gibbs Drive. Travel time is around 2 hours, approximately 100 miles.
Hours of Operation: 9am - 5pm
Address: 1987 Gibbs Drive Ball Ground, GA 30107
Phone: 770-893-1881
Duration: All Day
Suggested Equipment: Macro equipment, wide angle, telephoto, tripod.
Admission: Adults (18 to 64 years old): $20 per person; Seniors (65+): $18; Children: (ages 4-17) $18 (Children 3 and
under are free.). *Group rate $16.00 per person for a group of 10 or more.
Food available: The Arbor Café onsite offers a selection of sandwiches on fresh
baked bread, desserts, and daily specials on baked goods.
Send Field Trip ideas and suggestions to:
[email protected]
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THE PHOTOGRAPHIC SOCIETY of CHATTANOOGA and PANASONIC PRESENT
BOB COATES
“Fine Art Photo-Synthesis”
MARCH 7, 2015. 9 AM TO 4 PM
St. Johns United Methodist Church, 3921 Murray Hills Drive, Chattanooga
REGISTRATION FEE $20; STUDENTS FREE
Bob, a Panasonic Lumix Luminary, has been a
full time Commercial and Fine Art Photographer
for the last 19 years, headquartered in beautiful
Sedona, Arizona. Bob is a Certified Master
Craftsman Photographer by Professional Photographers of America. Bob’s program, title “Fine
Art Photo Synthesis” Centers around his work
flow of fusing many images together utilizing a
single subject blended together with a variety of
textures.
STUDENTS MAY REGISTER
FOR FREE BY SENDING AN
EMAIL TO BILL MUELLER
AT [email protected]
TO REGISTER, GO TO: CHATTANOOGAPHOTO.ORG
HAVE QUESTIONS? EMAIL: [email protected]
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SHOWCASE SCHOOL OF PHOTOGRAPHY
1135 Sheridan Road, Atlanta, GA 30324
The Business of Photography
Saturday, March 21, 9am –5pm
Led by Industry Professional Judith Pishnery
Ready to move from your passion to a career in photography? This seminar is a once-a-year, one-day opportunity to see every facet of setting up a professional business.
This seminar is an exciting, information-packed day of discovery. Do you have the right stuff to move forward?
Do you have the right hear? From business licenses to websites to gear, all question will be answered.
All registered students leave with Judith Pishnery’s book, An Essential Guide to the Business of Photography.
In this one-day seminar, Judith will introduce you to:

Assessing your Entrepreneurial Spirit

Business Structure (Sole-Proprietor, LLC, S-Corp, etc.)

Organizing, Locations, Licenses and local regulations

Licenses, local regulations

Equipment & Gear—what do you need for YOUR business

Marketing & Advertising, Identity and Branding

Resumes, Bios, Artist Statements & Portfolios

Promotions & PR

Websites, Social Networks, Online

Accounting & Bookkeeping

Taxes, Insurance, Financial Security

Pricing & Overhead (how to price your work)

Creating Estimates & Invoices

Contracts & Forms

Copyright & Usage

Business Ethics

Organizations & continued learning

Resources: books, postcards, printing & More
To register or for more info click here: SHOWCASE SCHOOL OF PHOTOGRAPHY
Phone (404)965.2205
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Benefits of Being A Member of PSA
The Society is a worldwide, interactive, organization for serious amateur and professional
photographers or for anyone interested in photography Monthly Journal, photo completions,
study groups via mail and internet, annual conference in different locales, Participate in
PSA services and activities of the Divisions: Projected Image, Pictorial Print, Photo Travel
Nature, Photojournalism, 3D For more information or to join click here.
http://www.psa-photo.org/index.php?membership
6:00 pm on March 19
Upstairs in the training center of St. John UMC
Topic: Using the Tools to make your Creative Image
1.Begin with the end in mind ~ 2. Depth of Field vs. Motion ~ 3. Isolate vs. Environment
4. Story Telling vs. Historical Record ~ 5. Who Cares vs. Treasured Moment ~ 6. Print
vs. Screen Output
Home Work Assignment
http://chattanoogaphoto.org/Education/boot_camp/bootcamp.php
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PSC Board Members
Monthly Meeting Information
Officers
Day: 3rd Thursday Each Month
Time: 6:00 pm Boot Camp
6:30 pm Registration & Social
7:00 pm Meeting & Program
St. John United Methodist Church
CAC
3921 Murray Hills Drive
President Mickey Rountree
Pres-Elect David Temples
Secretary Pat Gordy
Treasurer Mary McLain
423-842-4389
423-488-0519
423-499-9708
423-344-5643
[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]
Directors
Mohan Rao
Ed Laughlin
Steve Bower
Robert McLeod
Bruce Tatum
Richard Smith
Bill Mueller
Jim Mears
Jeremy Thompson
(‘17 )
(‘17)
(‘17)
(‘16)
(‘16)
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(‘15)
(‘15)
(‘15)
WEBMASTER: Dan
Jeter
423-800-4127
423-697-8217
423-326-1525
706-508-2317
423-886-4144
423-488-0519
423-504-4026
423-645-5239
423-240-3723
[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]
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[email protected]
Editor Contact Information
Rosemary Jardine, Editor
Directions: Exit Hwy 153 onto Hwy 58
North. Turn left at the first stop light onto
Murray Hills Drive. Entrance to the church
is on the right. PSC will meet in the CAC
(gymnasium) ground level entrance immediately in front of you. Parking surrounds
the church; however other entrances will
normally be locked.
The Photographic Society of Chattanooga
holds club membership in the Photographic
Society of America, ArtsBuild Chattanooga,
the Camera Club Council of Tennessee
(3CT), and the North Georgia Camera Club
Council.
[email protected]
Website: www.chattanoogaphoto.org
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A not-for-profit organization
Chattanooga, TN 37414
PO Box 8886
Photographic Society Chattanooga