March 2008 - Photographic Society of Chattanooga
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1952-<strong>2008</strong><br />
The Contact Sheet<br />
Newsletter <strong>of</strong> the <strong>Photographic</strong> <strong>Society</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Chattanooga</strong><br />
© The <strong>Photographic</strong> <strong>Society</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Chattanooga</strong> and its Contributors. The contents <strong>of</strong> The Contact Sheet are copyrighted.<br />
No material herein may be reproduced in any manner without the written permission <strong>of</strong> the Editor or the material’s specific contributor.<br />
Don McGowan to Present<br />
Seeing the Near and Far - The Beauty <strong>of</strong> the<br />
Wide-angle Landscape: A Creative Journey<br />
Thursday, <strong>March</strong> 20<br />
6:30 PM: Social<br />
7:00 PM: Program<br />
East Ridge<br />
Community Center<br />
Guests Welcome<br />
on McGowan, a native<br />
D Georgian, became a pr<strong>of</strong>essional<br />
nature photographer<br />
© Don McGowan<br />
in 1994 when his work was<br />
Kephart Prong judged "Best <strong>of</strong> Weekend" at a<br />
Great American Photography Workshop in Gatlinburg, TN.<br />
Prior to that time, he had been in traditional business and<br />
pursuing photography as a personal hobby -- combining it<br />
with his life-long love <strong>of</strong> nature, hiking and backpacking.<br />
Don's transition into full-time pr<strong>of</strong>essional photography included<br />
brief stints in studio photography and photojournalism<br />
until he became the Staff Photographer for<br />
Friends <strong>of</strong> Great Smoky Mountains National Park in 1998.<br />
During his 4-year tenure there, he photographed the<br />
beauty <strong>of</strong> the Park and chronicled many activities and<br />
events <strong>of</strong> the National Park Service employees in both<br />
North Carolina and Tennessee.<br />
PSC SOCIAL<br />
Monday, April 28<br />
6:30 - 9:00 pm<br />
If you would like to present a travelogue<br />
e-mail Angela Dillard<br />
adphotobug@yahoo.com.<br />
Continued on Page 3<br />
Favorite Place page 4<br />
The Contact Sheet Page <strong>March</strong> <strong>2008</strong> June 2006<br />
<strong>March</strong><br />
<strong>2008</strong><br />
Image Evaluation Session<br />
6:00 PM Thursday, <strong>March</strong> 20<br />
Before the PSC Meeting<br />
Come early this month and you'll have a chance to<br />
get an image (any format: print, jpg digital or slide)<br />
evaluated by two experienced photographers from our<br />
club. Bob Bratton and Mark Wurst have volunteered<br />
to do the evaluations. This will be an informal session<br />
to hear what other photographers suggest to improve<br />
that image, so come regardless <strong>of</strong> what your experience<br />
level is and see what suggestions they have. Or<br />
just come to listen and learn. See you there.<br />
TABLE OF CONTENTS<br />
From the President, PSC Member/Visitor News, Volunteer<br />
Opportunities, Meeting Notices<br />
Don McGowan, Old Newsletters Online, Conferences 3<br />
Favorite Place: Brookgreen Gardens by Bob Bratton 4<br />
Call for Entries at Blackwell Exhibit, 5<br />
Suggestions to Prepare for April 26 Art Show<br />
Digital Questions & Answers, Wilderness Wildlife Week ‘07<br />
PSC Dates to Remember, Field Trips, Event and Seminar<br />
Opportunities, Outdoor <strong>Chattanooga</strong> Activities<br />
© Bob Bratton<br />
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From the President... New Members<br />
WOW! If you missed the February meeting<br />
you missed quite an event! Nikon<br />
went all out to produce a video <strong>of</strong> our<br />
speaker, Mark Alberhasky. It was a record<br />
night for visitors (15) and total attendance (90+). We<br />
simply had no expectation that attendance would be double<br />
that <strong>of</strong> previous meetings! Thank you for coming out<br />
on such a cold, rainy night. To anyone who had to stand<br />
or leave due to crowded conditions, please accept my<br />
sincere apology. I'd like to especially thank Milton McLain<br />
for working with Nikon and doing such a good job managing<br />
the constantly changing environment, and everyone<br />
who stepped in to <strong>of</strong>fer assistance to him. Lastly, the<br />
board was very surprised to discover after-the-fact that<br />
Bob Ginn, Executive Vice President <strong>of</strong> PSA, was in attendance.<br />
He is currently traveling the country visiting PSA<br />
clubs. I'd like to share with you a comment he emailed to<br />
Pat Gordy that I feel truly reflects the spirit <strong>of</strong> PSC, "Your<br />
club and its members were very much what I enjoy seeing<br />
as I travel the country - Friends with friends having a<br />
fine time while enjoying the photography we all come to<br />
see". Bob, if you read this, please come back and visit<br />
any time! We will be back in our regular room at ERCC<br />
this month, I hope to see you there!<br />
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED<br />
Angela Dillard, President<br />
!" Director on PSC Board (completion <strong>of</strong> term ending<br />
September, 2009)<br />
!" Special Events Chairman<br />
!" Website Committee volunteers<br />
!" Volunteers to present 20 minute travelogue or program<br />
at a Senior Center<br />
Contact Angela Dillard (adphotobug@yahoo.com) or Milton<br />
McLain (miltsmail2@bellsouth.net) if you are interested<br />
in knowing more about these opportunities to support<br />
PSC.<br />
PSC Board/Committee Meetings<br />
All meetings will be held in the 2 nd floor boardroom <strong>of</strong><br />
the Hamilton Place JC Penney store. Any PSC member<br />
may attend these meetings.<br />
PSC Board: <strong>March</strong> 27, 6:15 PM<br />
The PSC Board meets the last Thursday <strong>of</strong> each month. If you<br />
are a board member and cannot attend, please let Angela Dillard<br />
(adphotobug@yahoo.com) know by the evening before the<br />
board meeting.<br />
PSC Digital Committee: April 3, 6:30 PM<br />
The PSC Digital Committee meets the first Thursday <strong>of</strong> each<br />
month. If you are a member <strong>of</strong> this committee and cannot attend,<br />
please let Bob Bratton (bratton@bellsouth.net) know by the evening<br />
before the committee meeting.<br />
John & Mary Hayes Mohan Rao<br />
Nicholas & Sandra Richards<br />
Visitors<br />
Scott & Emmie Gentry C. J. & Deecy Jacquemin<br />
Josh Gilreath William Nitschke<br />
Robert Ginn Reba Parker<br />
Alan Goslen Catherine & Michael Price<br />
Carla Guerra Mel & Susan Hughes<br />
Serena Smith<br />
John L. Jackson, PSC Board Member and Director <strong>of</strong><br />
Publicity, will be attending the <strong>2008</strong> National Arts Action<br />
Summit in Washington, DC <strong>March</strong> 31 - April 1. He will have<br />
the opportunity to participate in all Arts Advocacy Day<br />
events, including training workshops, the congressional<br />
arts breakfast, and the Nancy Hanks lecture on arts and<br />
public policy.<br />
Arts Advocacy Day is the only national event designed to<br />
bring together a broad cross section <strong>of</strong> America's national<br />
cultural organizations in order to underscore the importance<br />
<strong>of</strong> developing strong public policies and appropriating<br />
increased public funding for the arts, humanities, and arts<br />
education, as well as other programs within the federal<br />
government that have an impact on the visual and performing<br />
arts.<br />
Leslie O'Rear and her daughter Christy Marre from France<br />
attended the opening <strong>of</strong> "Small Works" at Hanover Gallery.<br />
They are pictured in the <strong>March</strong> edition <strong>of</strong> In the City magazine<br />
in the Around Town photo section.<br />
Beryl van den Bergh, one <strong>of</strong> PSC's newest members, is a<br />
commercial photographer who moved to <strong>Chattanooga</strong> from<br />
Atlanta last May. Her work featuring juxtapositions involving<br />
the interaction <strong>of</strong> two images is on exhibit at Bill Shores<br />
Frames and Gallery on Manufacturers Road.<br />
PSC Board and members extend deepest sympathy to<br />
Vickie and Mel Aragon in the death <strong>of</strong> Vickie’s mother<br />
Sarah Cooley Saturday, <strong>March</strong> 1. Memorial contributions<br />
may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital,<br />
501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105-1942.<br />
Grandfather Sunrise<br />
© Don McGowan<br />
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Grandfather Mountain<br />
Nature and Photography<br />
Weekend: May 3 - June 1<br />
On-line registration April 1<br />
www.grandfather.com/<br />
planning_your_visit/events/<br />
nphoto.php
Don McGowan<br />
(Continued from Page 1)<br />
Don's portfolio includes not only<br />
Smoky Mountains photography; but<br />
hundreds <strong>of</strong> images from his many<br />
tours <strong>of</strong> the Northeast, Southwest<br />
and Western United States. His photographic<br />
images have appeared on<br />
National Geographic Trails Illustrated<br />
maps, in product packaging, and in a<br />
variety <strong>of</strong> print media such as: Outdoor<br />
Photographer, Georgia Journal,<br />
Blue Ridge Country, National Parks<br />
Conservation Association, and<br />
Smoky Mountain Living magazines.<br />
In 2003, Don began the America the<br />
Beautiful Photography Workshops<br />
Company, based in Canton, North<br />
Carolina, to provide in-depth nature<br />
photography programs in scenic locations<br />
across the country. In 2006,<br />
he, along with Nancy Rotenberg and<br />
Les Saucier created Photography<br />
with Heart Workshops: Walking in<br />
Beauty. In addition to these handson<br />
programs, Don is also a guest<br />
instructor in Nature Photography at<br />
the John C. Campbell Folk School in<br />
Brasstown, North Carolina; the Arrowmont<br />
School <strong>of</strong> Arts and Crafts in<br />
Gatlinburg, Tennessee; and the<br />
CraftSummer Program at Miami University<br />
in Oxford, Ohio.<br />
Roan Mountain Dawn<br />
Sunset Hurricane River<br />
Little River Reflection<br />
© Don McGowan<br />
© Don McGowan<br />
© Don McGowan<br />
For more information on photography opportunities with Don, check the Workshops<br />
and Tours schedule or contact EarthSong Photography at the following:<br />
Telephone: (828) 456-5439 or E-Mail: don@earthsongphotography.com<br />
PHOTOSHOP WORLD <strong>2008</strong>: THE EVOLUTION<br />
Orange County Convention Center, Orlando FL<br />
April 2-4, <strong>2008</strong><br />
Pre-Conference Workshops: April 1<br />
For a complete list <strong>of</strong> available workshops, instructors, and prices, visit<br />
www.photoshopworld.com.<br />
PSA<br />
International Conference<br />
Portland, OR<br />
Aug. 31—Sept. 6, <strong>2008</strong><br />
Contact Pat Gordy (423-718-7552)<br />
or e-mail patgordy@bellsouth.net<br />
or go to PSA’s website www.psaphoto.org<br />
for more information<br />
Old Newsletters Online<br />
By John Brooks<br />
If you've looked at the newsletter<br />
section <strong>of</strong> the PSC website recently<br />
you may have noticed that there are<br />
a lot more old newsletters available.<br />
I have been scanning the old newsletters<br />
from my collection into pdf’s<br />
and Mickey Rountree has made<br />
them available online. We now have<br />
very good coverage back through<br />
1991, and more will be added in the<br />
coming months. You might find it<br />
interesting to look at some <strong>of</strong> these<br />
and get a flavor <strong>of</strong> what activities the<br />
club has done over the years and<br />
the people who were involved. There<br />
is quite a lot <strong>of</strong> good historical information<br />
contained in them. I hope you<br />
enjoy them!<br />
We would like to continue this effort<br />
as far back in time as we can go.<br />
The club has a collection that goes<br />
from 1985 back to June <strong>of</strong> 1962. T.<br />
Fred Miller has provided a great collection<br />
to fill in from 1985 to 1988. If<br />
you have any old newsletters, please<br />
check for the following issues that<br />
are needed now. We especially need<br />
some from 1989 and 1990.<br />
Newsletters needed:<br />
1991 Jan, Feb<br />
1990 Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Aug,<br />
Sep, Nov, Dec<br />
1989 ALL NEEDED Jan thru Dec<br />
1988 Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec<br />
1987 Feb<br />
1985 Jul, Nov<br />
1984 Dec<br />
1983 Dec<br />
1981 Sep<br />
1980 Nov<br />
1979 Feb<br />
1978 Dec<br />
1977 Jan<br />
1976 Jan, Apr, May, Jun, Jul<br />
1975 Jan, May<br />
1974 Jun, Aug, Sep, Oct, Dec<br />
(before 1974-ask!)<br />
If you have any <strong>of</strong> these, please<br />
bring them to a meeting. I will scan<br />
them and bring them back to you at<br />
the following meeting. Thanks for<br />
your help with this.<br />
The Contact Sheet Page 3 <strong>March</strong> <strong>2008</strong> June 2006<br />
John
Golden Statue<br />
© Bob Bratton<br />
FAVORITE PLACE:<br />
BROOKGREEN GARDENS<br />
By Bob Bratton<br />
This past June I had the opportunity to visit the beautiful Brookgreen Gardens near Pawley’s Island only a few miles<br />
south <strong>of</strong> Myrtle Beach. This location was recommended by a fellow club member and it certainly lived up to expectations.<br />
The gardens were the creation <strong>of</strong> industrialist Archer Huntington and his wife Anna Hyatt Huntington <strong>of</strong> Connecticut by<br />
purchasing and combining the Brookgreen Rice Plantation and three neighboring plantations in 1931. They consist <strong>of</strong><br />
9000 acres <strong>of</strong> gardens containing moss-draped 250-year old live oaks, palmetto trees, iron fences, gates, fountains,<br />
ponds, flowers, shrubs, and over 1200 statues (many <strong>of</strong> which are life size or larger) by over 300 artists – mostly American<br />
masters. The statues are granite, marble, gold colored, bronze, and chrome. While many gardens contain a few<br />
statues, this is supposedly the oldest and largest sculpture garden in the United States. The owner’s wife was an artist<br />
who knew the value <strong>of</strong> excellent art work which is reflected in the beauty <strong>of</strong> the gardens and the superb quality <strong>of</strong> the<br />
statues.<br />
In addition to the gardens, the grounds contain swampland, former rice fields, and a small zoo that present additional<br />
photo opportunities. The $12 entry fee is minimal even for one day but covers a full seven consecutive days. There are<br />
three restaurants at the gardens. The Pavilion Restaurant where I ate lunch <strong>of</strong>fered good food at reasonable prices.<br />
Also, do not forget to visit the gift shop where additional photo opportunities exist. I found it very enjoyable just spending<br />
the day strolling around the picturesque areas contemplating the endless photographic possibilities.<br />
There are flowers, ponds, swamp areas, animals, insects, and an endless variety <strong>of</strong> statues. There are even creek excursions<br />
and guided tours <strong>of</strong>fering more photo opportunities as well as interesting historical information.<br />
The gardens are open some evenings until after dark presenting a different perspective on the statues. If you have<br />
never experimented with the different effects that flash and flood lights have on statues, you will be delighted in discovering<br />
the variety and beauty this easily gives to photographs. I discovered that the park closes much too early. I only<br />
wish that I could have visited on one <strong>of</strong> the late-closing evenings.<br />
The three main areas are the sculpture gardens, Lowcounty History and Wildlife Preserve, and the native and domestic<br />
animal habitats. The minimum time to view the gardens is one day but two days should be considered the minimum for<br />
photographers and statue lovers. Three primary things to remember are to take some water for frequent hydration, wear<br />
cool clothes and especially comfortable shoes because there is a lot <strong>of</strong> walking over the 9000 acres during the hot summer<br />
months, and let you imagination run wild.<br />
Horse by the Pond<br />
© Bob Bratton<br />
Opportunities are abundant for photographic studies<br />
<strong>of</strong> iron gates, water lilies, swampland, and reflections,<br />
in addition to the indoor and outdoor statues, flowers,<br />
and wildlife. Brookgreen Gardens is a truly magnificent<br />
photographic destination.<br />
Flowers and Gate<br />
© Bob Bratton<br />
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Visionaries<br />
Black Cat<br />
© Bob Bratton<br />
© Bob Bratton
Gallery at Blackwell to Feature Symbols <strong>of</strong> Patriotism<br />
By Janis Rowland<br />
The theme <strong>of</strong> the May-July exhibit at the Gallery at Blackwell is "Symbols <strong>of</strong> Patriotism"<br />
in honor <strong>of</strong> Independence Day that comes during this exhibit.<br />
Patriotism encompasses a love <strong>of</strong> country, public spirit, good citizenship, and loyalty.<br />
Bring us your photographs that represent these things. Suitable subject matter for this<br />
theme might include (but is not limited to) national monuments such as the Lincoln Memorial;<br />
scenes that include the American Flag; our military; the White House; Statue <strong>of</strong><br />
Liberty and Ellis Island; military monuments; Armed Forces Day parades; scenes with<br />
flags; and flag days at cemeteries.<br />
Entries will be accepted at the gallery at Blackwell Automotive, 71 Eastgate Loop,<br />
Eastgate Mall on April 24-25, 4-6 PM (only). This show will run through July 24. The<br />
main gallery will feature photos fitting the theme with all other subject matter occupying<br />
the outside walls.<br />
The following rules apply:<br />
1. PSC members may submit any number <strong>of</strong> entries.<br />
2. Non-members may submit 3 entries for a $25 fee (includes one-year membership in PSC)<br />
3. Entries that have shown at the gallery previously are not eligible for this show.<br />
4. Subject matter is the entrant's choice but must be suitable for family viewing.<br />
5. Entries must be matted, framed, and wired in a pr<strong>of</strong>essional manner. Entries with damaged frames or without<br />
proper hanging wire will not be accepted. Please be sure the wire is secure and is not likely to slip when the photo<br />
is hung.<br />
6. Entries must be sale quality and works must be for sale.<br />
7. Title and price must be submitted with entries. Unframed price (excluding frame and mat) is optional.<br />
8. The PSC and Blackwell Automotive are not responsible for damaged art work.<br />
9. Payment for works sold will be made at the close <strong>of</strong> the show.<br />
10. Works sold will carry a 10% commission to <strong>of</strong>fset expenses at the gallery. Prices should be adjusted to include the<br />
commission.<br />
The Gallery at Blackwell is operated by the PSC in conjunction with Blackwell Automotive and is a PSC member benefit.<br />
For more information: contact Janis Rowland, 894-7112 or chattaphoto@aol.com.<br />
Conversation: CS3 New B&W Conversion Tools<br />
By Troy Moore, Sr.<br />
I tried a new B&W conversion technique found in the new Outdoor<br />
Photographer (Feb.) issue. It works pretty well. You can add punch to<br />
your B&W images and you don't need to do a lot <strong>of</strong> work after the<br />
conversion. Unlike a regular conversion where you just take away the<br />
color info, this one retains everything from the original file provided<br />
you don't 'merge layers' before saving. You can go back at any time<br />
and change anything you like if you save with the layers. I saved it as<br />
Reflection Riding<br />
an uncompressed .tif for printing, but this one is a .jpeg so you can<br />
see it. I backed down the blue and cyan channels to darken the sky<br />
and bumped up the yellow channel slightly to add contrast in the leaves and grass. This gave<br />
lots <strong>of</strong> separation in the various grass tones, something I could not get with a straight B&W<br />
conversion. You can also tint the picture any tone you want during conversion too! I tried this<br />
and it works great but I only saved the un-toned B&W version. In CS2, I was having to reset<br />
levels and several other parameters after conversion. Pretty cool and saves tons <strong>of</strong> time. It<br />
took me less than five minutes to do it all. It's a rather largish file so you can see some details<br />
but it's still at 75 DPI for web.<br />
Cyanotype Tint Sepia Tint<br />
Infrared<br />
Black & White<br />
Filters Applied<br />
Selenium Tint<br />
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SUGGESTIONS TO PREPARE FOR<br />
APRIL 26, <strong>2008</strong><br />
ART SHOW AT HERITAGE PARK<br />
GENERAL INFORMATION<br />
!"PSC photo stands will be available to handle as<br />
many shrink-wrapped pieces as possible.<br />
!"Framed items will hang on the wall in three rooms<br />
or on the floor (depending on number on hand).<br />
!"Each person will be expected to be on hand all<br />
day to handle sales and questions. A "sitter" may<br />
be used if familiar enough with your work to handle<br />
all situations.<br />
!"All sales will be cash or check (no credit card<br />
sales).<br />
SUGGESTIONS<br />
!"Offer photographs in a wide variety <strong>of</strong> prices to<br />
increase sales.<br />
!"Nostalgic subjects generally sell well (barns,<br />
trains, tractors, old vehicles, riverboats)<br />
!"Make sure your frames and mats are in good condition.<br />
SUGGESTED ITEMS TO BRING<br />
!"Framed Photos<br />
!"Matted & shrink-wrapped photos<br />
!"Note Cards (packaged for protection)<br />
!"Small stickers for pricing your work<br />
!"Business cards<br />
!"Order blanks with titles, prices, and contact information<br />
for special orders<br />
!"Posters<br />
!"Large garbage bags to safely transport your work<br />
inside in case <strong>of</strong> rain<br />
!"Calculator<br />
!"Sales Receipt Pad<br />
!"Pen or pencil<br />
!"$100-150 to make change<br />
!"Plastic crates to accommodate shrink-wrapped<br />
photos if you have a large amount.<br />
!"Snacks<br />
!"Lunch - bring your own or visit one <strong>of</strong> many<br />
nearby restaurants<br />
THINGS PSC WILL SUPPLY<br />
!"Tables<br />
!"Chairs<br />
!"Photo stands<br />
SOURCES<br />
!"Office Depot <strong>of</strong>fers shrink wrapping for about<br />
$0.50 - $0.75 for each piece.<br />
!"Ed Handley (PSC member) <strong>of</strong>fers framing at reasonable<br />
prices at Captured Moments, 5407 Hixson<br />
Pike.<br />
!"Hayes Matting and Framing <strong>of</strong>fers framing and<br />
supplies, Main Street at Holtzclaw<br />
!"Office Depot <strong>of</strong>fers bundles <strong>of</strong> sales receipt pads.<br />
(You might want to partner with 5-6 others on purchasing<br />
this item.)<br />
This will also be posted on PSC website: chattanoogaphoto.org.<br />
DIGITAL IGITAL QUESTIONS QUESTIONS<br />
& ANSWERS ANSWERS-38<br />
38<br />
By Art Hansen<br />
Question: I am puzzled by information put out by<br />
NIKON relative to one <strong>of</strong> their newest cameras, the<br />
D300. They say that this camera outputs a 14 bit color<br />
image. How can this be? RGB color is 24 bit color, or 8<br />
bits per color.<br />
Answer: We <strong>of</strong>ten think <strong>of</strong> RGB color as having 24 bits<br />
per pixel and 8 bits per color. When it comes to the output<br />
from digital SLR cameras, however, most <strong>of</strong> them<br />
have, in recent times, output 12 bits per color in RAW<br />
format. Images in JPG format have still been 8 bits per<br />
color. If you use RAW format, you will notice that most<br />
RAW processing s<strong>of</strong>tware permits the user to send an<br />
image to Photoshop or other image editor in 8 or 16 bit<br />
format, which permits the 12 bit color to be preserved.<br />
Nikon is simply adding 2 bits per color to the output <strong>of</strong><br />
the D300. The extra bits in either case provide additional<br />
information, allowing more subtle colors to be represented<br />
in the output. This may or may not be valuable in<br />
differing situations.<br />
Question: When I have attended workshops or other<br />
training sessions the pr<strong>of</strong>essional photographer leader<br />
emphasizes standardized “work flow” a great deal. I<br />
have trouble doing this. Each image seems to demand<br />
different Photoshop steps to get good results. What am I<br />
doing wrong?<br />
Answer: You are probably doing nothing wrong except<br />
not taking enough pictures. The pr<strong>of</strong>essional photographer<br />
probably takes hundreds <strong>of</strong> images each day when<br />
he or she is out shooting. His or her subjects tend to be<br />
the same or at least similar. Shooting consistency is developed<br />
this way. When most images are shot the same<br />
way, one can easily develop a standard work flow that<br />
works well most <strong>of</strong> the time. We amateurs must concentrate<br />
on getting good exposures <strong>of</strong> good compositions<br />
when we are shooting so we have more consistency too.<br />
Wilderness Wildlife Week<br />
By Milton McLain<br />
The winners <strong>of</strong> the Wilderness Wildlife Week photography<br />
contest this past January have been posted and<br />
can be seen by going to the website<br />
www.mypigeonforge.com/winterfest-wildernesswinners.asp.<br />
It's interesting and sometimes surprising<br />
to see what the judges chose.<br />
While PSC didn't have any winners this year, the club<br />
had a good group in attendance.<br />
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PSC Dates to Remember<br />
Mar. 20 6:00 pm PSC Image Evaluations<br />
Mar. 20 6:30 pm PSC Meeting<br />
Mar. 27 Newsletter items due to Editor<br />
send to psceditor@bellsouth.net<br />
Mar. 27 6:15 pm Board Meeting<br />
April 12 6:00 pm FT to Atlanta Botanical Gardens<br />
April 17 6:30 pm PSC Meeting<br />
April 24 6:15 pm Board Meeting<br />
April 24-25 4:00-6:00 pm<br />
Deliver pictures to Blackwell Gallery<br />
April 26 Heritage Park Spring Festival<br />
April 27 Newsletter items due to Editor<br />
send to psceditor@bellsouth.net<br />
April 28 6:30 pm PSC Social at Hamilton Place<br />
NON PSC OPPORTUNITIES<br />
PPORTUNITIES<br />
ON-PSC O<br />
<strong>2008</strong> Grandfather Mountain<br />
Nature Photography Weekend: May 30 - June 1<br />
On-line registration April 1, <strong>2008</strong>. Speakers leading the<br />
weekend will be Richard Bernabe, Jack Daulton, Bill Lea,<br />
Charles Needle, and Nancy Rotenberg. Visit their website<br />
for details: www.grandfather.com/planning_your_visit/<br />
events/nphoto.php<br />
LOOK3 Festival <strong>of</strong> the Photograph<br />
June 12-14 in Charlottesville, VA<br />
Join us for 3 days <strong>of</strong> peace, love, and photography as we<br />
transform historic downtown Charlottesville into a "living<br />
image" and celebrate the careers <strong>of</strong> three legendary photographers:<br />
Mary-Ellen Mark, Joel-Peter Witkin and James<br />
Nachtwey. Last year LOOK3 sold out early so we encourage<br />
you to start planning now.<br />
For more information and to buy festival passes visit<br />
http:www.festival<strong>of</strong>thephotograph.org<br />
Tom and Pat Cory Workshops and Trips<br />
Close-Up Photography April 1, <strong>2008</strong><br />
Huntsville Wildflower Workshop April 5, <strong>2008</strong><br />
Smokey Mountains April 9-13, <strong>2008</strong><br />
Picture <strong>Chattanooga</strong> April 25-27, <strong>2008</strong><br />
Picture the Aquarium May 13, <strong>2008</strong><br />
June 24, <strong>2008</strong><br />
Iceland July 6-17, <strong>2008</strong><br />
Huntsville Outdoor Portraits October 18, <strong>2008</strong><br />
Local Evening Workshops Throughout the year<br />
For more information about these and other opportunities<br />
visit their website at www.tomandpatcory.com<br />
F i e l d T r i p s<br />
By Alana Hunter<br />
Saturday, April 12<br />
The Atlanta Botanical Gardens<br />
The Botanical Gardens in Atlanta is an absolute beautiful<br />
location to photograph a spectacular variety <strong>of</strong> interesting<br />
flowers. This month we will take a trip to view all kinds <strong>of</strong><br />
astonishing and captivating species <strong>of</strong> flowers. I will have<br />
a scavenger hunt itinerary available for anyone interested<br />
in making a game <strong>of</strong> the visit. Otherwise we can walk<br />
around and take in all the beauty the gardens have to<br />
<strong>of</strong>fer. Admission is $12.00 for adults and $9.00 for seniors.<br />
We will meet at the Bi-Lo/East Ridge Flea Market<br />
Parking lot on Ringgold Road at 7:30 am for an 8:00 am<br />
departure. Please be sure to bring a sack lunch or money<br />
to purchase food and wear comfortable clothing and<br />
walking shoes.<br />
Email Alana at alana47hunter@yahoo.com to sign up!<br />
Atlanta Botanical Garden<br />
1345 Piedmont Ave. NE Atlanta, GA 30309<br />
www.atlantabotanicalgarden.org<br />
404.876.5859<br />
FUTURE FIELD TRIPS<br />
May 3 Sewanee - University <strong>of</strong> the South<br />
June 7 Tigers for Tomorrow<br />
CHATTANOOGA:<br />
<strong>Chattanooga</strong> Dragon Boat: April 19<br />
Visit the <strong>Chattanooga</strong> Dragon Boats chatt.racedragonboats.com<br />
to learn more.<br />
<strong>March</strong> 30 Pioneer Challenge Youth Duathlon<br />
http://www.sceniccitymultisport.com/viewpage.php?page_id=6<br />
April 12 Sublime in Art and Nature - Woodland Hike w/ the<br />
Hunter Museum <br />
FALL CREEK FALLS STATE PARK ACTIVITIES:<br />
Waterfall Weekend <strong>March</strong> 15 & 16<br />
http://tennessee.gov/environment/parks/FallCreekFalls/<br />
index.shtml or call the Park's Nature Center at (423)881-5708<br />
for more details.<br />
<strong>March</strong> 29 - Fall Creek Falls Spring Wildflower Pilgrimage<br />
http://www.tennessee.gov/environment/parks/FallCreekFalls<br />
CUMBERLAND STATE PARK ACTIVITIES:<br />
Thursday, Mar. 20, 8:00 a.m. - Turkey Hike - Meet Ranger<br />
Anthony at Buggy Top Cave for a hike to hear some wild turkeys<br />
gobbling.<br />
Saturday, Mar. 22, 9:00 a.m. - Gizzard Rock Hopping Tired<br />
<strong>of</strong> the leisurely Saturday Stroll? Then come out with Ranger<br />
Jason to Foster Falls for an <strong>of</strong>f-trail hike down the Little Gizzard<br />
The Contact Sheet Page 7 <strong>March</strong> <strong>2008</strong> June 2006
Board Members <strong>of</strong> the <strong>Photographic</strong> <strong>Society</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Chattanooga</strong><br />
Officers<br />
President Angela Dillard 423-326-1936 adphotobug@yahoo.com<br />
President-Elect Milton McLain 423-344-5643 miltsmail2@bellsouth.net<br />
Secretary Pat Gordy 423-718-7552 patgordy@bellsouth.net<br />
Treasurer Janis Rowland 423-894-7112 stringfree@aol.com<br />
Directors<br />
Bob Bratton —- bratton@bellsouth.net<br />
Mark Gilliland 423-316-2812 gcatsndogs@aol.com<br />
Sara Haase 423-629-9683 sarakeinh@hotmail.com<br />
Alana Hunter 423-991-7695 alana47hunter@yahoo.com<br />
John Jackson 423-400-3074 artmaster@comcast.net<br />
Dan Jeter 423-875-3348 dpjeter@comcast.net<br />
Tim Solomon 423-290-1512 timsolomon48@yahoo.com<br />
Mark Wurst 423-605-0375 mswphoto@comcast.net<br />
Webmaster: Mickey Rountree webmaster@chattanoogaphoto.org<br />
Editor Contact Information<br />
Mary McLain, Editor<br />
5720 Vincent Road<br />
<strong>Chattanooga</strong>, TN 37416<br />
Phone: 423-344-5643<br />
Fax: 423-344-9032<br />
psceditor@bellsouth.net<br />
PSC Membership Dues<br />
(Renewable each October 1)<br />
Full-time student, $17.50<br />
Single Membership, $22.50<br />
Family Membership, $25.00<br />
Website<br />
www.<strong>Chattanooga</strong>photo.org - Webmaster, Mickey Rountree<br />
Monthly Meeting Information<br />
Day: 3rd Thursday<br />
Time: 6:30 Social and 7:00 Program<br />
Location: East Ridge Community Center<br />
Located at 1517 Tombras Avenue: From<br />
the intersection <strong>of</strong> I-75 and I-24, follow I-24<br />
toward downtown. Exit at Moore Road and<br />
turn left on South Moore Road. Go to<br />
Ringgold Road and turn right. Move to<br />
the left lane and turn left on Tombras<br />
Avenue at traffic signal #8. Turn right into<br />
the third driveway.<br />
The <strong>Photographic</strong> <strong>Society</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Chattanooga</strong><br />
holds club membership in <strong>Photographic</strong><br />
<strong>Society</strong> <strong>of</strong> America and Allied Arts <strong>of</strong><br />
Greater <strong>Chattanooga</strong>.<br />
The Contact Sheet Page 8 <strong>March</strong> <strong>2008</strong><br />
A not-for-pr<strong>of</strong>it organization<br />
<strong>Photographic</strong> <strong>Society</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Chattanooga</strong><br />
P. O. Box 8886<br />
<strong>Chattanooga</strong>, TN 37414<br />
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