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APRIL 7, 2019, 2PM
(April 14th rain date):

Nature Photography 101 plus - Presentation

The Bill Library in Ledyard, CT, has asked me to present basic concepts photographers should have in mind as they strive to master nature photography in the field and in editing software.  Topics will include equipment, shooting conditions, composition, technical aspects, editing, and an into to advanced options.  In addition, I will provide tips for photo contest entrants to improve their chances of success.  Finally, I will present a virtual tour of the Air Line Trail and offer some of my own photos of the trail to allow participants to practice critiquing.  As a bonus, I will provide a how-to-guide to making digital kaleidoscopes online.

Powerpoint slides of the presentation may be downloaded as a reference.  (23.4 meg; PDF format.)


2013 Presentation & Exhibit Schedule

March 1-2:

Art in the Abbey - Auction and Sale

A number of my photos taken on and off the trail will be offered for sale at St James Episcopal Church in Glastonbury on Friday March 1st (evening) and Saturday March 2nd (10:00-2:00), along with the work of many other artists, crafts people, and photographers.  A portion of the sale prices goes to support the work of the church.

 


February 1-28:

Along the Air Line... Gallery Show

Tim's Bistro at 467 South Main Street, Colchester, is hosting my Gallery Show through February.

Photos are for sale, and Tim's coffee, breakfasts, lunches, and pastries are well worth a visit. 

Tim's Bistro is in a small shopping plaza just south of Troiano Chrysler Jeep Dodge.  The plaza also houses a laundromat and bicycle shop.



2012 Presentation & Exhibit Schedule

Photographing the Air Line Trail - Presentation and Virtual Gallery

The Marlborough Arts Center (231 North Main Street, Marlborough, CT) offered my presentation on Sunday, April 22nd from 1:00-2:30. Details here.  Powerpoint slides of the presentation may be downloaded as a reference.  (6.4 meg; PDF format.)

The Simsbury Camera Club offered the presentation on Tuesday, May 1st from 7:00-9:00 PM at the Simsbury Library (725 Hopmeadow Street, Simsbury, CT - North on Route 10 from Route 44). Details here.  Powerpoint slides of the presentation may be downloaded as a reference.  (6.4 meg; PDF format.)

The Quiet Corner Camera Club will offer the presentation on Tuesday, October 16th from 7:00-9:00 PM at the Mansfield Center Library (54 Warrenville Road). Map/Directions here.  Powerpoint slides of the presentation may be downloaded as a reference.  (6.7 meg; PDF format.) Digital Kaleidoscope making will also be demonstrated.  Instructions may be downloaded as a reference.  (0.2 meg; MS Word format.)


Along the Air Line... - Gallery Show

An exhibit of 30 or more of my photos was hosted by the CT Department of Energy and Environmental Protection ("DEEP") at their Sessions Woods Wildlife Management Area, 341 Milford Street (Route 69), Burlington, CT, from June 1st until July 31st. The exhibit followed a three month run at the Kellogg Environmental Center in Derby, and a four month run at the DEEP headquarters in Hartford, all celebrating the 100th Anniversary of CT State Parks.

 

   

Make your own Digital Kaleidoscopes

On Saturday, April 28th, from 10:00-11:30 AM, I led a Digital Kaleidoscope Workshop sponsored by the Marlborough Arts Center at 231 North Main Street, Marlborough, CT. Details here. The Workshop Handout may be downloaded as a reference.  (0.2 meg; MS Word format.)


APRIL 6, 2011:

Photographing the Air Line Trail - Presentation and Gallery Show

The Connecticut Audubon Society center at Glastonbury has asked me to do an evening presentation to accompany my Gallery Show which will be on exhibit from March 23rd through May 6th.
Details here.

I'll share a tour of the Air Line Trail and discuss camera equipment, shooting conditions, composition, some basic technical issues, macro work, editing, and advanced techniques.

Powerpoint slides of the presentation may be downloaded as a reference.  (3.5 meg; PDF format.)

Powerpoint slides of the Gallery Show may also be downloaded as a reference.  (4.4 meg; PDF format.)


February 15, 2011:

Nature Photography on the Air Line Trail

The UConn Ecology & Evolutionary Biology department asked me to do a presentation for their off-campus seminar series.

I'll share a tour of the Air Line Trail, present a gallery of (mostly) trail photos, and discuss camera equipment, shooting conditions, composition, some basic technical issues, macro work, editing, and advanced techniques.

Powerpoint slides may be downloaded as a reference.  (5.5 meg; PDF format.)


APRIL 20, 2010:

Quiet Corner Camera Club presents "Along the Air Line..."

On April 20th, 2010, I presented a slide show of Air Line Trail photos through the seasons, highlighting the wildlife and plants to be seen along the trail, and discussing the techniques of nature photography.

The show kicked off at 7:00 P.M. at the Buchanan Center in Mansfield, CT.  The Center is on Route 89 just east of the junction with Route 195.

Powerpoint slides may be downloaded as a reference.  (8 meg; PDF format.)


January 6, 2010:

Nature Photography 101

The Community Wildlife of Colchester group asked me to present a class on the basics of nature photography. It was held at Colchester's Cragin Memorial Library on January 6th, 2010, from 7:00-8:30. Sixtytwo people attended.

I shared photos taken on the Air Line Trail and discussed camera features, shooting conditions, composition, some basic technical issues (ISO, speed, and aperture), macro work, editing, printing, and sharing.

Powerpoint slides may be downloaded as a reference.  (4 meg; PDF format.)


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