Our photo sharing theme will be “best of fall”.  Bring up to three images to show us!

On a personal note from the CNP webmaster/post writer, I hope that you are all having a great fall in the northeast.  I’m in the Anza-Borrego desert, photographing cacti, ancient mountains, and wildlife, and it sure doesn’t feel like fall out here!

Our next meeting is October 5, 7:30 in 404 Plant Science (our usual meeting room). This will be a technology-focused meeting.

Adam won’t be able to make it (see previous post), so Paul will present on approaches to storing and managing electronic images. He has a brief presentation on some new software he is learning to use. We will have time to share one or two images that you would like feedback on- any subject or topic. 

Our next meeting is October 5, 7:30 in 404 Plant Science (our usual meeting room). This will be a technology-focused meeting.

Update:  Adam won’t be able to make it, so Paul will present on approaches to storing and managing electronic images. He has a brief presentation on some new software he is learning to use. We will have time to share one or two images that you would like feedback on- any subject or topic. 

Professional photographer and videographer Adam Baker will share what he has learned in getting involved with drone photography. This is a rapidly developing imaging technology. Although few of us may use this equipment, Adam will give us an introduction to what is involved.  We also will continue a discussion begun at the last meeting on how to store images. Paul will lead the discussion, but we will share and get feedback on the variety of approaches used by CNP members.

Our photo assignment for the November meeting is “Best of Fall.” How you represent the fall season is up to you. It is a major transition for the temperate natural world. There are lots of opportunities for creativity or an excuse to visit favorite or new locations.

Hope to see you next Thursday!

In our September meeting, Paul Schmitt will demonstrate post-processing techniques for improving your images.  We will share images on the general theme “exotic.”

With cooling temperatures comes the arrival of fall colors!  See the Fall Foliage Prediction Map to plan your photo trips over the few weeks.

Our March photo sharing theme will be “patterns of winter”.  Adam Baker will give a presentation on his journey though the Columbia River Gorge and the Oregon coast.  The photo above was shot by Adam during his trip, and it will be a real treat to hear the backstory of his stunning photography.

Brian has arranged to have the L.H. Bailey Conservatory available for our use on Saturday, February 4 from 9:00 -11:00am. This is the large greenhouse along Tower Road in front of the Plant Science Building. The Conservatory was recently rebuilt and restocked with displays of interesting plants. There are opportunities to practice macrophotography with Paul and Kathy available to share their approaches to greenhouse photography. Gather your tripods, macro lenses and related gear and join us!