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IMAGEMAKERTheTHE SACKVILLE PHOTOGRAPHY CLUBSpring 2012 Newsletter

ContentsA look at what’s inside:3. Scott Scott Linstead’s JumpingSpidersLetter from the EditorEagles, competitions and being organizedThis is the first time I have attempted toput together a newsletter of any type, and Imust say there have been some challenges,both for my wife and myself in getting thisorganized and published.I’ve done a lot of running around tryingto let the club members know that I neededtheir input to make this newsletter has asuccess. Looking at the end product andgetting input from those that have had asneak peek, it has turned out better than Ihad hoped.I trust that the members enjoy readingthis edition and looking at the pictures. Anycomments would be greatly appreciated. I’mjust sorry that it took so long to put together.Now that the newsletter has taken form,I want to thank my fellow photographers forgiving me the chance to put this all together.I chose to put an eagle on the frontcover because there had been so much talkand excitement about the eagles in SheffieldMills taking to the stage again.Photographers get the chance to gawk atthem for hours upon hours in the cold andtake many really nice pictures.I’m sure the eagles chat with each otherand make everyone wait for most of the daybefore they take their places!!!I went last year and it was quite anadventure (anyone there would rememberstanding for hours while the eagles watchedus from the trees, only coming down aftermost photographers had left!)Just as an aside, the eagle on the frontcover is not local. This picture was taken atWarwick Castle in England.This newsletter also highlights severalsubjects that have been done at the club inour regular meetings on Wednesday nights.Before I sign off I want to remindeverybody about both the Spring show at thelibrary and the 2012 Club photo competition.You will find articles on both in this edition.Hope you all enjoy this and HappyPicture Taking. Just remember I need yourinput for the next edition at the beginning ofSeptember.Thanks, Tim WoodExecutive DirectoryPRESIDENTDenise Warddioward@ns.sympatico.ca864-0794VICE PRESIDENTMike Richardmrichard@maritimebeauty.com461-1034SECRETARY/TREASURERLawrence Spencerlspencer@jacknife.org861-4970SECRETARY/TREASURERLaura Dormanlaura.dorman@live.com252-1565NEWSLETTERTim Woodtkwood@bellaliant.net252-2596WEBSITEJo-Anne Ross-Rochejoanneroc001@aim.com222-37914. Details on the SPC’s annualphotography contest6. Eagle Watch8. Black and White Photography11. Polar Bear Swim12. New Contest14. Favourite Photographs17. New club members share theirthoughts20. Exploring Impressionism22. Soccer ShotsEditor: Tim WoodLayout: Krista WoodJust a note:All images here are copyrighted by theindividual photographer. Please contactthe Sackville Photography Club forpermission to use any of the images inthis newsletter.Front cover photo by Tim Wood2 Sackville Photography Club

Scott Linstead’sJumping SpidersOn January 28th, thePhotographic Guild of NovaScotia hosted Scott Linstead at St.Mary’s Burke Education Centre.I was certainly very happy tosee our members who came outin support of the photographiccommunity.Thank you PGNS for yoursupport and efforts, and forhaving such a talent come here toHalifax to share his knowledgeand experiences.I had a bit of a preview in theDecember 2011 editionof Canadian Geographic. Scott’sarticle is listed in the “wildlifestories of the year”.Scott went over the basics ofhis studio set up for theseintriguing creatures.The macro images, on thescreen, seemed to have comealive, to the point I was almostcringing.Yuck to the spiders . . . yeahfor the photography! It’s amazingto see them jumping and hangingby their threads.Scott had a variety oftechniques to lure the spiders inthe direction he wanted them tojump.It reminded me of Melvinaand Nancy’s presentationsrecently, with their secrettechniques, props and treats theyhad for the backyard wildlife.Really, when you think aboutit, we all have found our ownpersonal ways of persuasion,whether it be photographingweddings, “families, kids, pets oreven that bee on the edge of apetal, just doing its thing.Scott continued on with thesecond part of his presentationwith “spyder cams”. These arecameras that he had tested onr e m o t e c o n t r o l l e d m o d e lhelicopters.Amazing shots Scott!He went over the rules he hadfor himself, about trespassingissues, even though he wasn’t on“that” side of the fence. He wentno higher than a telephone poleand along fences that may havekept him out.Scott tells us this type ofphotography took awhile tomaster, mostly because of theremote controlled choppers.Since the Sackville Library wasn’t available for our annual FallShow in November, we’re presenting a Spring Show this yearfrom May 11 to 13.Each member is invited to submit two to three 8x10 or8x12 prints for our display. Please number in order ofimportance, just in case we receive too many prints.All prints must be 8x10 or 8x12 only – color or black andFull-time wildlife photographer Scott Linstead(left) recently spoke in Halifax about how hetakes pictures such as this one.Thank goodness for him, he hadsome financial backing on hisinitial projects.Maybe, someday, it could beperfected from our iPhone. HaHa!Makes me wonder what thisworld is coming to . . . spidersand all!Article submitted by Sue GauthierSPC Program DirectorPS: I would like to thank Pam, Linda,Anne, Melvina and Brenda two metwith me for a fabulous dinner at SwissChalet before the show. It was greattime to spend with you all, and to havegotten to know you all bit better.Also, a shout out to my dear friend,Christine, as she set out table up, eventhough there were no more reservationswhen I had called a few days before.Thank you Christine!Spring Show to take place May 11 to13white – matte or glossy finish – no borders on the prints.Submissions are due at the April 4th meeting.All members are invited to enter up to five jpg files for theslide show. Information on where to send these files will beupcoming.Please contact Yvette at: y_theriault@yahoo.ca for more information.Sackville Photography Club 3

Contest InformationSackville Photography Club Contest 2012‣ Images are to be submitted via CD or Dropbox. Amaster document of image names must be signedand submitted (see below).‣ Each image is to be labeled with category number,image name and photographer;e.g., 01 Gone with the Wind, Jane Doe.‣ All categories are digital and must follow club sizingguidelines (instructions can be found on clubwebsite): 1900x1200 (96 dpi).‣ Only one physical 8x10 print is submitted in thePictorial category. This image must also besubmitted digitally.‣ Images must originate from a camera, with no texton the image.‣ One entry per person per category. A particularphoto can only be entered in one category (noduplicates).‣ Even though you are able to submit a photograph ofyour choice we remind you this is a family-orientedclub – nudity, implied nudity, or images of adultnature are not permitted.‣ Although we welcome your images for everycategory, if there is a category you are notcomfortable with or do not wish to enter please donot feel obligated to submit image for said category.‣ Enter any category you want, and remember . . . thiscontest is intended to be fun.‣ Entries due no later than the end of the meeting onMay 16.PHOTOGRAPHER:Category01 – Nature/Landscape02 – Animals03 – People04 – Black & White05 – Digital Darkroom06 – Travel & Place07 – Details & Macro08 – Field Trip/PictorialImage TitleI have read all of the information in the contest package and Iunderstand that it is my responsibility to abide by the rules set outfor the contest. Failure to do so will result in disqualification of anyoffending image.Sign:Signing into our ForumWe wish to thank the members of the clubwho have created accounts on the SPC forum fortheir participation and support.When signing up for the forum you must useyour own name for the username: NO ALIASES,and a password of your choice to read andcontribute to the forum which includes ‘Newsand Updates’. This section includes informationsent in your emails that may be too personal or todetailed to be on the blog.We have added a password to the sign-upprocess to keep out non-members, particularlyspammers.There is an extra question at the bottom of the‘registration’ screen, asking, “What is thepassword?”. You will find this temporarypassword in instructions you received previouslyin your weekly club email.We have had to add a username and passwordto some of our private information such as thephone list, club equipment etc., (anything that wedon’t want the search engines to have access to).I would really like to encourage members touse the forum, as it was requested by you – thuscreated for you – so please, go in take a lookaround and participate. It will be as good as youmake itThere are lots of areas to post on: Field trips,Buy and Sell, News and Updates (that are not onthe blog), Photo Critique, Photo Magazines,Photo Courses and much more!!If you have any questions please contact me,Jo-Anne Roche-Ross, Webmaster.webmaster@sackvillephotographyclub.ns.ca orjoanneroc001@aim.com.www.sackvillephotographyclub.ns.ca4 Sackville Photography Club

Contest Category Descriptions01 Nature Landscape02 Animals 03 People 04 Black &WhiteThese images showcase outdoorbeauty. Images can include (butare not limited to):‣ Landscapes‣ Urban Landscapes‣ Outdoor scenes‣ Seascapes‣ Nature Images‣ Cityscapes‣ Sunsets‣ FarmsThese images showcase animals.Images can include (but are notlimited to):‣ Household pets‣ Zoo life‣ Birds‣ Farm‣ Reptiles/amphibians‣ Domestic animals‣ Wildlife‣ InspectsThese images showcase people inall walks of life. Images caninclude (but are not limited to):‣ Parenting/family‣ Models/fashion‣ Children/babies‣ Sports‣ Couples/relationship‣ Human emotionThese images showcase black &white. Images are open toanything black & white.As well, check out pages 8 and 9for tips on black and whitephotography.05 Digital Darkroom06 Travel & Place07 Details & Macro08 Field trip/ PictorialThese images showcase digital art.If digital darkroom is the mainattraction of your photo or playsa big part, enter it here!This category is open to imagesmanipulated, created, or alteredwith editing software (e.g. Adobe,Picnik, etc.).Even if you do not havePhotoshop we welcome you totry:‣ www.freeonlinephotoshop.com‣ www.picnik.comThese images showcase a sense ofplace as an important part of thephoto. Express the joys andadventures of travel photography.Like the nature & landscapecategory, this category can includelandscapes, outdoor scenes,nature images, sunsets, urbanlandscapes, seascapes, cityscapes,etc.This category can also includepeople, details, and other subjectsyou might encounter whiletravelling.It’s a good idea to include theplace name in the title!These images showcase a tightcomposition of detail.Getting in close is the name ofthe game for this category! Wewelcome pictures of small detailsthat suggest a larger story.Images can include (but are notlimited to):‣ Flowers‣ Insects‣ Water beads‣ Ice crystalsOn page 10 there is a story onMacro photography.This is a print category.An 8x10 print must be submitted.We welcome any images shot ona club field trip within the2011-2012 year.Be sure to attend field trips andcheck the emails/web site forupcoming photo adventures!Do you have an idea for anouting? We welcome suggestions!DiscountThis company is presently located in Halifax in the old Acadian Lines BusTerminal building at 6040 Almond St., just west of Robie St. (They used to be inSunnyside Mall.)Please note: the current discount Frame Plus Art is is providing to SPCmembers is 30 per cent on the first 10 items purchased (no matter the value),then 40 per cent for all items after that.Just show your membership card (regardless of what it currently says on theback) and you will receive the discounts as above.All new cards from this date will state the new discounts.Sackville Photography Club 5

BIRDS OF PREYBy Lorne SimpsonBy Cheryl CrawleyBy Lorne Simpson20th Eagle Watch Festival in Nova Scotia: A comeback storyFor more than 30 years, local birdersorganize an annual eagle and raptor count inEastern Hants county, i.e., the Sheffield Millsarea.On one specific day in early February,teams of observers position themselves at anumber of known eagle hotspots such asroosting and feeding sites and between 10a.m. and 11 a.m. count how many eagles andraptors can be seen at their observation site.This year, 17 search parties headed out onFebruary 5 and counted a total of 477 baldeagles, 54 red-tailed hawks, and a dozenraptors of other species in the area; the usualnumbers in recent years.More than 30 years worth of count datadocument a sharp increase in eagle numbersin the early 1990s. Prior to this, annualnumbers where well below 100 and jumpedin just a few years to an average of over 400,typical since the mid-90s. A record high wasset in 2000 with close to 600 eagles in thearea.This development may be indication ofthe increased availability of food provided bylocal chicken farmers to support winteringeagles, but it is also indication of the generalcontinent-wide recovery of the bald eaglepopulation after the ban of the pesticideDDT.Along with bald eagles, populations ofother raptor species like the peregrine falconhave also seen a recovery in recent years.Both species, have been recently removedfrom the endangered species list.Submitted by Ulli HoegerBy Melissa Guile6 Sackville Photography Club

By Suzanne ForgeronBy Lorne SimpsonEagles put on a show at Sheffield MillsFour members of the SackvillePhotography Club participated in a field trip tothe 2012 annual Eagle Watch at Sheffield Mills.The eagles were a little more scarce thisyear due to the warm weather. The first weekwas slightly disappointing because the riversweren’t frozen, so the eagles could feed fromBy Cheryl Crawleythe lakes, but the second week proved to bemuch better.On, Friday, February 4, when we arrived, alight snow began, which was good for addingadding atmosphere to our images.The eagles landed and fed for a short whilea few hours after we arrived.Sunday (the last day) was the best. Theeagles put on a great show! Several arrived andfed for quite some time. It was almost like theyknew it was the last day of the event.All and all it was a great experience and amust see! Article submitted by Cheryl CrawleyBy Cheryl CrawleySackville Photography Club 7

BLACKANDWHITEBlack and White Photography and CompositionIt is all about what you capture in the shot, what you choose tohighlight and what you choose to leave out. Your viewpoint and whatyou frame – all is a part of composition.• Simplicity: Too much clutter distracts attention from thesubject. Simplicity aids viewers’ interest and brings elegance tothe picture.• Rule of thirds: The rule of thirds guides you on how to placethe subject at naturally pleasing positions in the frame to drawmore interest and attention from viewers.• The Golden Ratio: Just like the rule of thirds, the goldenration is another rule that guides you on positioning the subjectGain Appreciation for Black & WhitePhotographs by Capturing Detailssuch that the areas in the image form pleasing proportions andadd a sense of natural balance to the picture.• Lines: Lines lead the eyes. Vertical lines convey strength.Horizontal lines convey balance. Diagonal lines guide the eyeand curves emphasize sensuality.• Framing: Adding a natural frame to the image adds depth tothe otherwise two dimensional view.• Perspective: Perspective helps draw a lot of interest as it allowsviewers to explore and appreciate the subject from newerviewpoints.• Shades and Tones: Shades and tones are what the colors are incolored images. Shades and tones add definition to the imageand various areas of the picture while developing an overallmood of the scene.• Patterns: Patterns steal interest, can form the mood of thepicture, emphasize energy and hypnotize the viewers. Usedjudiciously they are a very strong tool and make excellentsubjects. However generally when not forming the main subjectthey are often distracting at the best.• Shapes: Shapes distribute energy, create or offset the balance.They make excellent abstractions.• Textures: Textures add fineness, sharpness and detail to theimage.8 Sackville Photography Club

Introduce Effects for Awesome Black and White photographs• Depth of Field: A narrow depth of field helps eliminate thesubject from the background and introduces softness in theimage. A high depth of field adds sharpness to the overallimage.• Blur: Blur emphasizes motion. Generally avoided, whenintentionally introduced in the image a slight blur in the riverwater would liven up the image and add the perception offlowing water in theotherwise frozen wavesand water reflections.• Filters: Filter effects areoften used to transformparticular colors to shadesand help distinguishvarious areas while addingdefinition to the image.• Silhouettes: Silhouettesmake excellentabstractions and create astrong mood in the image.The subject is totally blackwith a background lightblinding the camera lens.• Exposure: Overexposure and underexposure bring out detailsfrom the otherwise overshadowed or washed out areas at thecost of loosing details visible to the naked eye. They create someunique effects when used creatively.• Quality of Light: A hard or soft light is often used toemphasize the mood, defining shapes and figures or highlightingthe various areas of the subject.• Direction of Light: Direction of light can help you highlighttexture or create impressions of horror or mystery.• Vignette Frames: Vignette frames redirect the attention to thesubject and add a classy touch to the picture.•Contrast: Contrast is thedifference between thehighlights and the shadows. Ahigher contrast forms a clearerimage wherein various elementsin the scene are clearly stand out.A lower contrast creates a softerimage but also increases the riskof losing out a lot of tones andshades.•While this list is not exhaustiveit certainly highlights the factthat there’s lot beyond the colorswhich the human eyeappreciates. Effectivelyphotographing keeping in mind the above elements andguidelines will certainly get you some outstanding results.from advancedphotography.netPictures: 2012©SueGauthierSackville Photography Club 9

New LibraryPhoto GalleryAs you may know as the SackvilleLibrary had to close for five weeks forupgrades, so we had to remove our photogallery from the front service area.The library has re-opened and it hasprovided us with a new wall to use as agallery for the club photos. W e h a v eframed several 8x12 landscape photos thatwe had on hand from various clubphotographers and along with the librarysystem’s graphics artist, hung these on thenew wall.As you will see they do not take up a lotof the space, and we have been told we canvirtually fill the wall with images. So ifanyone has, or wants to produce, a nice8x12 or 8x10 print (landscape or portrait)for inclusion here, please see Yvette.We would like all the frames to coordinate,so if you would be willing todonate the cost of a frame (approximately$25 from National Art), then that toowould be appreciated.We will hang the images for a fewmonths at a time, and slowly rotate newones in.I was at the Grand Opening and manyof the staff and dignitaries had wonderfulcomments about the SPC Gallery.BOKEHWhat you can do with MacrosI did one of the presentations at the club on the night we had Macro theme. Mydemonstration was about how to create shaped suegauthier using a home-made “hood” over thecamera lens.I was using my Canon 100 mm macro lens, but you can use any lens with a large aperture(f2.8 or 1.8 or 1.4 work the best). A quick link here www.diyphotography.net/diy_create_your_own_bokeh shows the technique.At the club I demonstrated how to make waterdrops on a piece of black fabric look like littlestars. Submitted by Nancy RoseI personally guided Mayor Peter Kelley, MPPeter Stoffer, and Provincial Minister ofCommunity, Culture and Heritage, David Wilson,to view our Gallery and told them of the history,composition and contributions of our club.The library has undergone some wonderfulchanges and looks and feels much nicer, brightand roomier, has been re-arranged for moreconvenience, and has a lot more computers andworkstations. You should drop by to see thechanges and the club’s gallery!Submitted by Lawrence SpencerThe Sackville Photography club would like to thank The Printer for allits support with the printing of The Imagemaker for our members.About UsThe Sackville Photography Club wasestablished in 1988 to bring all different typesof photographers together to share theirinformation, experience and knowledge in allaspects of photography. As a PhotographyClub, we strive to promote photography as anenjoyable hobby and a vehicle to develop andgrow as we bring people together with acommon goal.The Sackville Photography Club meets on thefirst and third Wednesday of every month,from September to June. Although we do notofficially meet at Acadia Hall in July andAugust, we usually have a few field tripsduring the summer; members will be notifiedby email and/or via web site.We meet at Acadia Hall (650 Sackville Drive )next to the Sackville Public Library. Themeeting starts promptly at 7 pm. Though weare called The Sackville Photography Club,our members come from all over NovaScotia. We WELCOME all who lovePHOTOGRAPHY! All ages welcome.10 Sackville Photography Club

POLAR BEAR SWIM 2012NEW YEAR’SDAYPhotos by Glenn EulothSackville Photography Club 11

NewContestDo you know where this is?Above is a picture taken somewhere in HRM. Thiscould be a building, an object, an advertising sign, or evenpart of a phone number.However all that you get to see is a close up of part ofthis mystery subject.You will need to identify the picture by saying where itis and email it to the editor no later than April 16th.The prize for correctly identifying the photo is a $25gift card from Henry’s photography shop, which is thesponsor of this competition.There will be four gift cards awarded. All correctentires will be put in a draw to take place at the clubmeeting following the closing date.The club would like to thank Henry’s for sponsoringthis new contest. Let’s see how many correct answers weget.Send your entries to Tim Wood attkwood@bellaliant.net; subject line: SPC Mystery PhotoContest.Note: There is a clue somewhere in this newsletter!Get INSTANT SAVINGS *SIGMA LENSES12 Sackville Photography Club

Scott Kelby City of Halifax WalkScott Kelby, an American photographer from Florida, encouragesphotographers from around the world to walk in their home cities,taking pictures of everyday life and events.The leader in each city of these Worldwide Photo Walks choosesthe route and pictures are submitted to him or her and the winner issent on to Scott Kelby.This year’s leader in Halifax was Terry Crowell and he selectedthe photograph above as the Halifax winner.The photograph, taken by Glen Euloth, was given an honorablemention by Scott Kelby. Details of the 2012 Walk will be distributedwhen they become available for any club members who wish toparticipate.Sackville Photography Club 13

Favourite thingsto photographSubmitted by Barb PertI feel there are few who woulddispute the fact that Peggy’s Coveis one of the most picturesquesites in Nova Scotia with its rollingwaves, magnificent rocks, and thatbeautiful lighthouse that beckonsall to come back time and timeagain.Then if you stop to combinethe color crimson with the RCMPForce, and place them in thatsetting, you have three of myfavorite things.Last summer there were manyexciting events taking place atPeggy’s, and one in particular wasa visit on August 12 by the RCMPand their entourage – everythingfrom the police boat, dog squad,motorcycle crew, helicopter,Musical Ride participants, band,dancers, and yes, lots of happyonlookers.Here are a few pictures todemonstrate the joy on people’sfaces.14 Sackville Photography Club

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TRAINSPLANESPhotos byTim WoodAUTOMOBILES16 Sackville Photography Club

What draws new photographers to the club?New members sharetheir thoughtsDon RossI’d like to meet like-minded folks whoenjoy getting out and combining photographywith hiking, travel etc.I’m hoping to make new friends andabsorb some of the technical and artisticexpertise that I’m sure abounds in the club.I’m hoping to elevate my skills to the pointwhere I can begin giving something back.I enjoy landscapes, travelscapes, whateveropportunity comes by. I’ve been interested inphotography for about five years now. Beforethat I was simply taking snapshots.I’d rate my technical knowledge as lowintermediate and my artistic ability asbeginner.I found the Sackville Photography Clubby surfing the net. I had just purchased a newcamera and I wanted to find a community toshare my interest in photography with.My first impression was very positive. Ihad no idea the club was so large and soactive. I’ve attended two general meetings andthoroughly enjoyed both. I’m impressed withhow well-organized the club is. I’m lookingforward to meeting members each time theclub gets together. I hope to take part insome of the field trips and I would be veryinterested in partaking of renting a boat forthe tall ships.On a personal note, I’m a marriedprofessional engineer with two grown boys.I’m a regional construction manager for anorganization that does work for the military. Ilive in Bedford with my wife, Sylvie, who isalso interested in photography.H e r f a t h e r wa s a p r o f e s s i o n a lphotographer who gained some recognitionin Canada for his work. My other interestsinclude travel, hiking, swimming,motorcycling and skiing.Marilyn MacDonaldMy photographic background for yearshad been point and shoot for family eventsand vacationing.I was often in awe of hobbyphotographers; their activities seemed verymysterious and wonderful to me. Their talk off-stops and aperture only added to theunlikelihood of pursuing any questions.When my first child was born, I boughtmy first digital camera. Although I could domore with it, and a sleeping child picture waseasy enough, the point and shoot experiencewas pretty much the same – except for themacro function. I probably started withphotographing flowers that came into thehome.Anyway, it started me looking at thenatural world differently, and I was enjoyingthe results. The next camera was purchasedfor a vacation because I could put a wideangle lens on it, but still a p & s with anannoying on screen menu to keep thingscompact. The macro stopped working well onthe older p & s, so I was hampered in takingthe photos I enjoyed the most.Then santa provided me with a new toy! Iam delighted with my Rebel T2i, which shouldkeep me occupied for a long time to come.My immediate goal is to gain somecomfort with its operation, then later unleashsome creative potential!I saw a Sackville Photo Club flyer atHenry’s Camera then checked the impressive,up-to-date web site. I guess that was my firstimpression, which led me to the meeting – agold mine of knowledge and enthusiasm.Welcoming members didn’t seem off putby my lack of experience. I am hoping theclub will provide a motivating force to helpkeep photography a part of my dailyawareness, providing an outlet for questionsand conversation that are received like dungbombs at home.I have joined the photography cult! I’mhoping it will help keep my enthusiasm highand provide a vehicle for a way to learn.Eventually I look forward to being a clubasset in some capacity.From the editor’s desk:I came across this 52-week list of things to do and have fun as photographers and Ithought that it would be a good idea to complete as a fun project. I will start a newFlicker page “Sackville Photographer 52 weeks”. I hope that many of you in the clubwill join in for a bit of fun.Sackville Photography Club 17

memberprofileAbout Scott Oldford PhotographyFor over a decade, I have been the onebehind the lens at family gatherings, socialevents, my kids’ birthday parties, andgeneral outings; all the while receivingcountless comments on my pictures.As a stay-at-home Dad looking for acompliment to parenting, I decided toeducate myself further in the art ofphotography, with the goal of creating asmall photography business.Scott Oldford Photography opened forbusiness in October of 2011 when Icompleted my first job photographing thecast members of the Prince Andrew HighSchool production of The Sound of Music.This job required producing head shots for44 students with acting roles in the play anda full cast photo during a dressed rehearsal.Since officially opening the doors I’vefocused my business on portraiture; fromfamilies to team sports pictures. In my localarea I have won a couple hockey teamsfrom the incumbent photographer andpresently I have my viewfinder set on somesummer sports leagues.In my portfolio I’ve made somebeautiful portraits using available light, but Ilove the control of in-studio flashphotography and the catch-light in the eyes.Presently my bag consists of a NikonD90 with an 18-105 kit lens, a Nikon 50mmf/1.8 lens, a Metz 50 AF-1 flash, a set ofYongnuo RF-603 wireless flash triggers, a46” convertible umbrella, 40” 5-in-1reflector, and two light stands. For in-studio,or for a pop-up studio, I also have abackground stand, and 107” white seamlessbackground paper.While learning to become a betterphotographer Zack Arias (for his approachto the business), Mark Wallace (for hisstudio work and knowledge), Trey Ratcliff(for his awe inspiring pieces of art andgeneral down to earth attitude), and RickSammon (for his worldly experiences) havehad a pronounced influence on me.You can find me online atscottoldford.ca and facebook.com/scottoldfordphotography.18 Sackville Photography Club

memberprofileMelissa Guile and MMG PhotographyI started MMG Photography just over ayear ago. My main focus was to sell generalphotography prints (landscapes, flowers,night shots, etc) to upgrade my gear, but mybusiness has quickly evolved into familyportraits and weddings.When a few friends saw my general workand shots of my family they asked me to taketheir family pictures.Word of mouth started to spread andpeople were wanting to see more of myportrait work so I launched my website(mmgphotography.weebly.com) and aFacebook page www.facebook.com/MMGPhoto) to showcase the portrait aspectof my work.Once my portrait work was online thingsreally started to pick up, and so much that itturned out I was busy shooting almost everyweekend this fall.Thankfully the weather was warm and cooperativeas I did most of my work outsidewith the beautiful fall scenery.I really like outdoor portraits as I findpeople can be more relaxed and not feel likethey are in a studio setting (or worrying ifthings are cleaned up in their house).Kids can run, I chase them; the family petcan be included, and parents can have piece ofmind knowing I won’t stop until I get the bestpictures possible.But at the end of the day I haven’tforgotten about my passion for generalphotography.I still love to pick up my camera afterwork on a weekend to go shooting. I lookforward to my next vacation or day trip forshots of different places or things, and ifanything, the portrait aspect of my businesshas helped fund these adventures and theexpense of the gear that goes with it!Sackville Photography Club 19

Exploring Photo ImpressionismStory and pictures by Suzanne NolanFreeman’s Barn: Technique: Dreamscape/Orton EffectIn September of 2010, I was privilegedto attend my second photography workshopled by Freeman Patterson and AndreGallant in St. Martins, N.B. (see SPCnewsletter January 2010 for an article on myfirst workshop).For those of you who have attendedtheir workshops, heard them speak atconferences or read their books, you willknow that these two gentlemen have theability to not only teach photography, but toalso inspire and challenge their students tobranch out and try different ways ofexpressing themselves through their images.I became interested in photoimpressionism after viewing many ofFreeman’s and Andre’s beautiful andevocative images.Impressionism is a style of photographywhereby the photographer alters reality toConeflower: Technique: MirrorMontage20 Sackville Photography ClubCedars: Technique: Panning

Impressionismexpress a personal reaction to subject matter in a dreamy or painterlyway.One can explore the non-literal world of photography in bothsubtle and not so subtle ways.Andre captures the essence of this style best when he writes in hislatest book (Expressionism) that “Expressive photography is aboutfeeling images rather than seeing them. It’s about using photography toheal wounds or share happiness. It’s about tripping a shutter and beingtransformed, taking a photograph and feeding creativity. Expressiveimages touch you, stir something inside of you. These photos mayremind you of someone close to you or bring back memories thatseemed forgotten.”By stepping into the world of photo impressionism, I havechallenged myself to become more creative, to try and “see” images indifferent ways and to find ways of interpreting subject matter by usingthe techniques that Andre and Freeman are so adept at. For me this isa challenging journey, but one that I am enjoying immensely!To learn more about photo impressionism have a look at thefollowing books:•Photo Impressionism And The Subjective ImageFreeman Patterson and Andre Gallant, 2001•DreamscapesExploring Photo MontagesAndre Gallant, 2004•ExpressionismDigital Dreamscapes and Other TechniquesAndre Gallant, 2010Garden LadyTechnique: Moonlight DreamscapeAnd on the Web:•Impressionistic Photos - Garry Black Photography•William Neill Photographyebook: “Impressions of Light•Mark S. Johnson Photographyebook: “Luminescent World”•Nikhil Bahl PhotographyThe GalleriesThe images that I’m sharing with you are a few of my attempts atImpressionism. I have included samples of some of the techniquesthat Freeman and Andre discuss in the St. Martins workshop andoutline in their books. They are by no means perfect examples of thetechniques, but are part of my journey to learn how to create imagesthat are more expressive or painterly.Caveat: Impressionistic photography is not for everyone! If youdelve into this genre be prepared for viewers who don’t like the imagesand certainly don’t get your artistic interpretation of the subject.You need to be prepared for comments that range from, “It’s notthat sharp”, to “What the heck is that anyway?” or “That’s just blurry”and finally, “So you take a bad picture and call it art!My response is “Not allblurry images are created equal!”Coriolis: Technique: Zooming with RotationChanges:Technique:MultipleExposures (10)Rose Bud:Technique: PanningSackville Photography Club 21

Photography andThe Game of SoccerSubmitted by Yvettte TherialtWhen my daughter started playing Tier 1 soccer,last summer, I realized my life was going to change.Practices twice a week. Fitness training twice aweek. Technical training three mornings a week.And then there were the games on the weekends.So, needless to say photography was placed on theback burner for a while.As I got more comfortable with our newschedule, I started bringing my camera along. Istarted out taking pictures of just my daughter.But every once in a while I would get a requestfrom a parent to take a picture of their daughtertoo.Practice makes perfect, or so they say . . . well Ihave practised a lot and I have still not perfectedtaking soccer photos. Although some parents thinkmy photos are perfect, I think my photos havegotten much better and some of them are prettygood but, they are far from being perfect.It’s not easy to take soccer photos. Many factorscome into play. Having to sit on a designated partof the soccer field may actually place you directlyfacing the sun. That can be an asset in helping youget a much faster shutter speed.But, silhouette soccer photos were just not whatI was interested in.22 Sackville Photography Club

Soccer shotsWhen it rains at a soccer game, I leavemy camera at home. The day is often verydark and your ISO needs to be bumped upfor a faster shutter speed. So, you get noiseof course. I’ve discovered that it is simplynot worth taking the camera to a game on arainy day. I rather have my hands free tokeep my umbrella over me.The designated parent seating area cansometimes be on the same side as the gameslinesmen. If you happen to be sitting on thesame side of the linesman, then you mostoften have the linesman in your photos.He or she runs up and down thesidelines as the game moves up and downthe field. Linesmen popping up in yourphotos can be frustrating. So I tend toenjoy those games with the camera in mylap.I’ve discovered that taking photos of thegoalie can be very challenging. While takinggoalie “action” shots, there are too manyplayers in front of the goalie. My best goaliepictures have been taken during the warmup time. Not many players move in front ofthe goalie during the warm ups. That when Igot my best photos of the goalie.Siting my chair with my telephoto lensgave me the perspective I was looking for.Being up in staged bleachers did not give mewhat I felt to be a good perspective. I wasup too high to get the facial expressions Iwas looking for. I tried going behind thegoalie net. The netting was too difficult toget focussing right all the time. Standing afew meters to the side of the nets ended upbeing a good place to take photos. But, thenI was only taking pictures of the forwardplayers and not the defence players.Once the parents started noticing thatmy camera was always with me at games,more of them started asking for photos. Iended up starting a website. That becamevery time consuming but a lot of fun aswell. I was getting nice comments fromparents, team members and coaches.I actually ended up putting together atwo hour DVD that included 300 picturesof soccer moments. The parents and playerswere thrilled to buy the DVD.Here are some of my photos of mydaughter playing soccer last summer.Enjoy!Sackville Photography Club 23