Summer 2010. - Professional Photographers of Iowa
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Summer 2010. - Professional Photographers of Iowa
ACTION Official Publication of the Professional Photographers of Iowa Summer 2010 “Stubby” “Got Fish?” “Road To Higher Learning” “Uncle Buck’s Barn” “Canon Par Excellence Award” by Whitey Ilvess PROFESSIONAL PHOTOGRAPHERS of Iowa Table of Contents President’s Message . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 CPP Scholarship Award Winner . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Chicks Who Click . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Digital Photography Program . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-7 Legal Notice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Action Deadlines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Meet One Of Our Members . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Meet Our Newest Board Members . . . . . . . 9-10 Important Dates to Remember . . . . . . . . . . . 12 2010-2011 Committee Assignments . . . . . . . 14 Board Members . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16-17 Fall Event . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 PROFESSIONAL PHOTOGRAPHERS of Iowa ilbur A Note from Michelle W ry in Des had last Februa e w n tio en nv ing inter co nis Fraise for do en D What a great w to es go u like to thank yo t. 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You ca lbox. members a call on in your mai so ve ha ill w u yo Directory, which ur President. /2011 year as yo 10 20 t ea gr a Here’s to Michelle Wilbur -3- 2 PROFESSIONAL PHOTOGRAPHERS of Iowa CPP Scholarship Award Winner “What Inspires Me About Photography” by Hannah Gibson I love that photography can capture a person’s special moments; often just how they are remembered, but, other times, it documents the unexpected and forgotten. It can record an image of an everyday object showing it as no one has ever seen. A different angle or closer proximity to the subject can make it appear so unusual and yet pleasing, attractive, and, many times, thought provoking. Photography can say with a single picture what words could never communicate. This art gives an outlet for my creativity and inspires me to try new things within the medium. The possibilities with photography are endless; I can make new images or manipulate older images into something completely different. Photography is very versatile, and, like most art forms, allows every person to develop their own style and display their unique talents. -4- PROFESSIONAL PHOTOGRAPHERS of Iowa -5- PROFESSIONAL PHOTOGRAPHERS of Iowa Digital Photography Program flourishes with help from PPI Members Michelle and Mike Davis Our new world of electronic living is the driving force behind the growing interest in digital photography. There is an ever growing fascination with all things electronic, but digital imaging seems to be towards the front of the pack. Not surprising, as photography has always been a fascination for Americans of all income levels. To a large degree however, it is the fact that digital imaging satisfies our desire for instant gratification that makes it so popular. We can see the photographic process through from creative inception all the way to the end product without ever having to leave the house. It is no wonder that digital photography classes are popping up everywhere. From High School art classes to camera stores, Community Colleges and four year Universities, photography classes and clubs are the new phenomena. It is with this dramatic jump in technology in mind that the Northwest Iowa Community College in Sheldon, Iowa, joined the league of institutions by adding a digital photography program to its growing list of educational offerings. The thing that makes Northwest Iowa Community College (NCC) unique in the area is in the way that it’s digital photography program is being presented. Based on the success of the forty-some year professional photography program at Hawkeye Community College in Waterloo, Iowa, the administration of NCC decided that a photography program of that caliber could flourish in the far western reaches of the state. The Digital Professional Photography program, taught by long-time professional photographers Michelle and Michael Davis, of Sheldon, is based to some degree on the curriculum of HCC. “We look at our program as more of an alternative than as an exact copy of Hawkeye’s program.” says instructor Michelle Davis. “We are basing our program strictly on digital imaging. Digital is the future of commercial photography and we feel that it is the direction that we should be pointing our students.” The main courses of study at NCC are portraiture, commercial photography and photojournalism. “Our goal is to touch on the areas of photography that have always been the main-stays of the profession. There will always be a place for photography with a high degree of professionalism,” added Michael Davis. -6- PROFESSIONAL PHOTOGRAPHERS of Iowa Of course, the other equally important area of study in NCC’s photography department is an introduction to the Photoshop digital imaging computer program. “Without photoshop, digital imaging is only half experienced,” said Michelle. “The knowledgeable use of the computer has become just as important to photography as the camera.” As NCC begins its third year with this new program, the class has already been filled to capacity. There is even a waiting list of photography students for the start of fall Kodak Gallery Award - Portrait “Catch Me If You Can” by Crystal Olson Crystal won this award at the WI Affiliated Judging in Green Bay, WI. ACTION Deadlines Fall . . . . . . . . . . . . August 15 Winter . . . . . . . . . . October 1 Spring . . . . . . . . . February 1 Summer . . . . . . . . . . . . May 1 Do you have an idea for an article? A question you’ve been wanting to ask? Found a better way to sell portraits? Have a new technique to share? We want to hear from you! Send your articles, classified ads, and any other ideas or suggestions to: Chris Brinkopf Executive Director, PP of Iowa P.O. Box 108 • Sumner, IA 50674 Phone/Fax: 563-578-1126 Email: [email protected] -7- LEGAL NOTICE Professional Photographer of Iowa Board Meeting minutes and Financial Reports are available to the members upon request. Please contact: Chris Brinkopf Executive Director, PP of Iowa P.O. Box 108 • Sumner, IA 50674 Phone/Fax: 563-578-1126 Email: [email protected] PROFESSIONAL PHOTOGRAPHERS of Iowa Meet One Of Our Members Christina Kjar, photographer and digital artist, has experience in both studio and onlocation photography. Combining her portrait experience with a photojournalistic eye, Christina has a unique style that creates timeless, artistic images. In May of 2003, Christina graduated from the University of Northern Iowa with a BA in Art with an emphasis in Photography, Graphic Design, and Metals. She began her studio photography career at Knop Photography in August of 2003. She started as a digital artist and soon began working under Don Knop, owner of Knop Photography and one of the top photographers in the state of Iowa. In April of 2004, Don opened the Storm Lake location, where she relocated. On December 1st, 2007, she purchased the studio and it became Christina Kjar Photography. In Janurary of 2010, Christina moved her studio to a new restored historic bank building in downtown Holstein. Christina became a Certified Professional Photographer in October 2006. Over the past 5 years, Christina has earned many photography awards, most recently being honored as one of the Top 10 Non-Masters in Iowa (2008 & 2010). In 2009, she was named a PPA Photographer of the Year. She has also won many other awards such as 2 Fuji Masterpiece awards, Top Certified Non-Master in Iowa, Top Multi-Maker Album, and has had numerous top scoring prints in the state of Iowa. Building/Moving information: After living in Holstein for about 2 1/2 years, I purchased a home, which lead me to the decision to relocate my studio as well. A friend of mine had recently purchased a building downtown and was having it completely renovated. Originally a bank, the building was built in the late 1880’s and still had the original tin ceiling, hardwood floors, brick walls, and bank vault. And it had 4 massive windows that faced north - a photographer’s dream!!! After a few months of going back and forth about moving my studio, I decided to go for it. Over half of my weddings were in Sioux City the past summer anyway, so this would mean that I would be just 40 minutes from there and could hopefully expand into that market with other areas as well. I plan to have no mileage fees when going back to Storm Lake to photograph so I can keep my current clients from that area if they are not willing to travel. Since I do most of my shooting outdoors or on-location anyway, I decided it didn’t matter where I was located. That is the beauty about our profession - it doesn’t matter where you have your business - you can always create art no matter what your surroundings are! As it turns out I made the right decision! I had the busiest “slow” season ever, and my children’s photography has really taken off! And I couldn’t ask for a more beautiful building to have my studio and gallery in. Even though my photography studio is in a small town, I still have those big city dreams! Christina Kjar -8- PROFESSIONAL PHOTOGRAPHERS of Iowa Meet Our Newest Board Members I never thought my hobby as a photographer would turn into a business. But due to the closing on the Case plant in Bettendorf,Iowa, I was left with only one option. Turn that hobby into a business. I bought my equipment from a retiring photographer in Clinton and sat up my first studio in the basement of my home in Cordova, Illinois. That same photographer worked to help me succeed. She know all about the business end of photography and hooked me up with a lab and many venders that she had dealt with through her years in business. She also told me about the PPI organization and persuaded me to join. In the end, she was the one that told me of a vacant studio for sale in Clinton. We felt we had no other choice, so took the leap. We bought the studio, sold our house and moved into an apartment above the studio. While Mrs. Finley was with me, I decided to take a six week course in photography at the WINONA Professional School of Photography which was located in Chicago at that time. Through the years I have also taken advantage of opportunities to attend MAIPP and the education provided by PPI. I also feel that a lot can be learned from the knowledge of others. I have learned so much from all of you, and appreciate that so much. In the next few years the business blossomed, so when Mrs. Finley finally left, our daughter Michelle came to work with me. She was a senior in high school, had already accumulated the credits she needed to graduate so was able to come home at noon and work with me in the studio. She has been a godsend. She also obtained her photographic education at MAIPP, and has worked by my side for the past 20 years. The business at the studio steadily grew, and I never thought I would ever be called back to the Case IH plant in East Moline. After much deliberation, we decided that I needed to return to the factory and finish out my last few years and retire, which I did. Michelle ran the business during the day and I worked with her in the afternoon after returning home from the factory. It was tough, but we managed. The studio is still going strong after 26 years of business. I have been married to my wife, Deb for 42 years, and are the proud parents of two children. Michelle and her husband John live in Clinton and have two children, Trenton,13 and Morgan 11. Our son Mike and his wife Gina, live in Blue Grass, Iowa. They have three children, Michael Acosta, 22, Hope Selser, 21 and Makenzie 7. Mikes daughter Hope has blessed us with two great grandchildren, Kaitlyn and Brad. In our spare time, Deb and I like to go to car shows with our 1957 Chevy Bel Air. I was thrilled to be selected to serve on the PPI Board. I am looking forward to getting to know each and every one or you through the next few years, and I want to do what I can to maintain the excellent reputation out organization has acquired over the past years and work even harder to make it better Al Lieferman -9- PROFESSIONAL PHOTOGRAPHERS of Iowa My passion for photography began at Hawkeye Community College in Waterloo. I joined in their photography program in August of 2004. This is where I met my future business partner, Jaimy Yoder, along with a number of unseemly characters such as Jerry Grier and Larry Erickson. My family spent two years being very understanding as I traveled daily from Tiffin to Waterloo for classes and worked in the evenings at GEICO Auto Insurance. I graduated from Hawkeye in May 2006 and signed up for my first MAIPP class immediately. Things moved quickly after that experience. I came home from MAIPP and quit my job within a matter of days. Jaimy and I began renovating our Ovation Photography building that same week and started looking for customers. We have never looked back. Mindy Decker I have always enjoyed being an active part of the PPI organization and happily donating my time wherever I can. In 2008 I earned my Certified Professional Photographers certificate. The following February 2009 I was awarded the Associate Fellow of Photography at the Iowa Banquet. 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We have been in contact with the Italian photographer who helps Drake Busath with his photographic Italian tours. On Sunday, June 13, 2010 at 2:00 p.m. at the Des Moines Airport Holiday Inn there will be a meeting for anyone interested in more information and for those who have already signed up. Any CPP can still join the trip but decisions will be made by those who have pre-registered with a $200 deposit. Let us know your input through email or join us at the planning meeting. Please do some research about places and activities in which you are interested so you can share with the group. 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Visit pro.whcc.com/go/Start today to open your WHCC account. - www.whcc.com PROFESSIONAL PHOTOGRAPHERS of Iowa 2010-2011 Committee Assignments Professional Photographers of Iowa Seminar/Convention Chairman President Michelle Wilbur, Co-Chair Dennis Fraise PPA Council: Bruce Belling, Bob Hawkins, Jean Poland Area Seminars/New Members/Senior Shoot Out Website: Past President, Dennis Fraise Chris Brinkopf/John Stalzer Program Talent Vendor Representative: President/Past President, Michelle Wilbur & Dennis Fraise Steve Kelly Judges President, Michelle Wilbur /Vice President, Doug Pierson Print/Folio/Mr./Ms./Finished Product Vice President, Doug Pierson Trade Show/Door Prizes Secretary, Dean Siebe Convention Coordinator/Banquet/Security (Greeter) Treasurer, Greg Fitzloff Registration 6th year board, John Stalzer/Co-Chair, Chris Brinkopf Convention Flyer/Photography 5th year board, Rhonda Hartman/Co-Chair Greg Fitzloff Prop & Models 4th year board, Jeff Bokhoven /Co-Chair, John Stalzer Don Lohnes Classes / Roundtables 3rd year board, Sue Fischer Member Communication: Dean Siebe - Chair Jeff Bokhoven – Co-Chair Membership: Greg Fitzloff, Chair John Stalzer, Co-Chair Marketing/PR: Doug Pierson - Chair Rhonda Hartman – Co-Chair Budget Committee Chair: Dennis Fraise ACTION Editor: Chris Brinkopf Fellowship Awards: Dean Siebe/Co-Chair, Chris Brinkopf Sponsorships: Michelle Wilbur/Chris Brinkopf Hospitality/Hosts 2nd year board, Al Lieferman/Co-Chair Jeff Bokhoven Medlar/Master’s Exhibit/ Trophies & Plaques (w/Alan Adams) 1st year board, Mindy Decker IMA Awards: To Be Announced - 14 - PROFESSIONAL PHOTOGRAPHERS of Iowa PROFESSIONAL PHOTOGRAPHERS of Iowa PRESIDENT Michelle Wilbur, M. Photog., CPP Jons Gallery 120 1st Street NE • Primghar, IA 51245 712-757-3492 / Fax: 712-757-3492 [email protected] / www.jonsgallery.com Rhonda Hartman, CPP Hart 2 Hart Photography 3045 Simon Ave. - PO Box 4 Cedar, IA 52543-0004 641-933-4504 / Fax: 641-933-4594 [email protected] www.hart2hartphotography.com Bokhoven, Jeff Designer Images 604 Liberty Street – Suite 121 Pella, IA 50219 641-628-9129 [email protected] www.designerimagesphotography.com Fischer, Suzanne, M. Photog., Cr., CPP Fischer Photography 302 Chestnut, Box 103 • Atlantic, IA 50022 712-243-6242 / Fax: 712-243-6909 [email protected] [email protected] www.fischerphotography.com Decker, Mindy, CPP (Active) Ovation Photography 101 N. Augusta Ave. / P.O. Box 103 Oxford, IA 52322 / 319-828-2198 [email protected] www.ovationphotography.com Lieferman, Alan, CPP (Active) A. L. Lieferman Photography 711 North Second Street / Clinton, IA 52732 563-242-3565 / [email protected] www.liefermanphotography.com VENDOR REPRESENTATIVE Steve Kelly American Color Imaging 715 E. 18th Street • Cedar Falls, IA 50613 800-728-2722 / Fax: 319-277-6522 Cell: 319-240-7041 / [email protected] VICE PRESIDENT Marketing/PR Chair Doug Pierson, M. Photog., CPP Pierson Photography 518 North Second St. • Cherokee, IA 51012 712-225-2453 / Fax: 712-225-0555 [email protected] www.piersonphotography.com SECRETARY Member Communication Chair Dean Siebe Siebe Studio 4605 Old Hwy. Road • Dubuque, IA 52002 563-556-6111 / Fax: 563-556-1827 [email protected] / www.siebestudio.com TREASURER Membership Committee Chair Greg Fitzloff Fitzloff Photography 218 Main Street • Lakefield, MN 56150 507-662-6202 / [email protected] www.fitzloffphotography.com IMMEDIATE PAST PRESIDENT Dennis Fraise, M. Photog., Cr., Past President Images and More 905 So. 9th Street • Burlington, IA 52601 319-753-0690 [email protected] www.imagesandmorephoto.com EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Chris Brinkopf ACTION Editor P.O. Box 108 • Sumner, IA 50674 563-578-1126 / Fax: 563-578-1126 [email protected] www.ppiowa.com CPP CHAIRPERSONS Jean Poland, M. Photog., Cr., CPP Jean Poland Photography 9 Plaza Drive • Clear Lake, IA 50428 641-357-3846/Fax: 641-357-1589 [email protected] www.jeanpolandphotography.com James Olivari, CPP Olivari Photography & Framing 1026 13th Street • PO Box 524 Manson, IA 50563 • 712-297-7863 [email protected] www.olivariphotography.com BOARD MEMBERS John Stalzer, CPP Member Communication – Co-chair Web Page Chairperson Stalzer Photography 1915 Gethmann Lane • Marshalltown, IA 50158 641-753-7500 / Fax: 641-753-7708 [email protected] www.stalzerphotography,com - 16 - PROFESSIONAL PHOTOGRAPHERS of Iowa PPA COUNCIL MEMBERS Bruce Belling, M. Photog. Cr., CPP Past President Thomas & Bruce Photography, Inc. 4008 156th Street • Des Moines, IA 50323 515-987-1055 / Fax: 515-987-4912 [email protected] Bob Hawkins, M. Photog., Cr., MEI, CPP, Past President (Active) Bob Hawkins Studio, Inc. 733 1st Ave. E. • Newton, IA 50208-3307 641-792-1510 / Fax: 641-792-1245 [email protected] www.bobhawkinsstudio.com Jean Poland, M. Photog., Cr., CPP Jean Poland Photography 9 Plaza Drive • Clear Lake, IA 50428 641-357-3846/Fax: 641-357-1589 [email protected] www.jeanpolandphotography.com CPP Test The CPP Test will be given Sunday, June 6, 2010 at 2 p.m. at the MAIPP location on the UNI Campus in Cedar Falls. Must pre-register with PPA. If you are interested in participating in a study group for the CPP test this fall at Fall Event 2010, call Chris at 563-578-1126 or email her at [email protected] - 17 - PROFESSIONAL PHOTOGRAPHERS of Iowa