The F/StopTwo Rivers Photography Club - Newsletter

Founded: June 2010 website: www.2rpc.com No. 29 December 2016

I hope our pre-Thanksgiving snow has given many of you the impetus to go out and make beautiful photographs. Hopefully you are remembering the zone techniques that Tim Cooper taught

us last spring so we avoid all of that grey looking snow in our pictures. The meters don’t lie, they just always look for neutral grey.

This fall we had another successful class with 8-10 students participating. The peer-to-peer program is also off to a good start. The first session was one of the best attended since the program was started.

The biggest news from the fall was the launch of our new competition format. Each meeting, except for closed boards, is a single format competition, either print or projected. This allows for both Salon and Gallerie members to compete on the same night and experience each others’ work and the feedback from our outside judges.

Although we may be approaching the end

of the calendar year we are barely halfway through TRPC’s program year. Next up on our schedule is our Christmas/Holiday meeting on December 9th. This will include a projected competition for both Salon and Gallerie members. Don’t forget that everyone is encouraged to bring something for the refreshment table, maybe a holiday favorite or something special you would like to share. It is also a good time to mingle and get to know some of the club members that are less familiar to you.

Other things to look forward to are the black-and-white competition in January, which is also the night we hold our “garage sale”. Members can bring photography related items that they would like to sell. So come ready to shop. Once again we will be holding Winter Classes on Saturday mornings in January and February. Specific dates and topics are included in the Winter Class article in this newsletter.

And of course our major spring event is our annual Teach-In. This year’s event will be on March 11th and our speaker will be Carl Heilman. Stay tuned for more details!We look forward to seeing you at all of these wonderful activities!

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A Message from Barry Biddle, TRPC President

The F/Stop is the official newsletter for the Two Rivers Photography Club of Binghamton, NY. It is published three times a year (Sept/Dec/Apr) and can be read online at the club’s web site at:

www.2rpc.com

Articles, photos and announcements are welcome and can be submitted to the editor prior to the publication dates as follows:

April 1, 2017September 1, 2017December 1, 2017

All submissions are subject to the f/Stop editor, TRPC Officers and Board of Directors approval.

Editor: Don Costello ShDCos@aol.com

Contributing writers:

Bill Baburchak, Kathy WhismanPete Kofira Jr.

The F/Stop

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President Barry Biddle, in the most recent newsletter, asked for volunteers to take over editing and production of this publication. Consequently, Don Costello is now doing the writing, and Jody Adams is doing the layout and production.

If any members have items they wish to have published (e.g., awards, work being exhibited, details about upcoming contests, trips, adventures, etc.) please contact Don at shdcos@aol.com or at 607-238-1653.

ANNOUNCEMENT

Our club exists to promote photography as a hobby, an art form, and a source of enjoyment. Education is an important aspect of achieving those goals. In addition to the competitions with their useful critiques and the classes in the Fall and Winter, mentors can be provided to new members, particularly those ones who are relatively inexperienced. Details can be obtained from board members.

Mentors Available

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On Saturday, October 1, photographers gathered in cities across the globe to capture a slice of life through their eyes during the Annual World-wide Kelby PhotoWalk. It’s the world’s largest global social photography event in the history of photography itself and requires registering.Participant images can be entered into competitions, with money awards.

In Binghamton, there were two such walks, one of them coordinated and led by Bill Baburchak. Participating with Bill were: Jennifer Lasher, Pete Kofira Jr, Mary Shapinas, Tim Hill, Lindsey Leiser, Don Costello, Kathi Hunt, Susan Thorne, Jean Stout, Kathy Whisman, Karen Doolittle, Ella Lane, Lori Sciamanna, and Mary Baburchak.

We met at Chenango Valley State Park’s “Tween Lakes” picnic area to, obviously, do some nature photography. It was a cool, overcast morning, but there was lots of color and a fair amount of waterfowl. Some of us captured images of salamanders and fungi along with autumn foliage, the pond, and birds.

KELBY WALK 2016Chenango Valley State Park

TEACH IN WORKSHOPSATURDAY, March 11th 2017

Introducing our Speaker, Carl Heilman

Carl brings almost 40 years of photo experience and enthusiasm for many different aspects of photography to each workshop and tour. He has been working digitally with Photoshop since 1997 and a digital SLR since early 2007 - and thoroughly enjoys the additional freedom afforded by digital photography. He has led photo workshops since the early 1990’s and has been presenting photography workshops in Brant Lake since 1997 through Wild Visions, Inc. He has also done workshops for the The Wild Center, the Adirondack Photography Institute, NANPA, the Adirondack Mountain Club, Adirondack Life, the Adirondack Lakes Center for the Arts, the Lake George Association, View in Old Forge, Adorama and the Lower Adirondack Region Arts Council.

His coffee table books on the Adirondacks, Lake George, New York State, and Maine have been published by Rizzoli, Voyageur Press, and North Country Books. His photography has been used by publications and businesses around the world. His AV programs have aired on regional PBS stations, and he was interviewed for the May 2008 national PBS special, ‘The Adirondacks’.

- http://www.carlheilman.com/-

Workshop Details will announced by email and during meetings. Stay Tuned!

Endicott’s Apple Fest and Exhibition at Frame to Please

Once again, Pete Kofira arranged for our club’s exhibition of photos at Amy Burgess’ frame shop, Frame to Please, in coordination with Endicott’s Apple Fest in early September. Eleven club members had a total of 38 images in the window at Frame to Please for much of September. The participants were Walt Adams, Bill Bay, Barry Biddle, Don Costello, Peter Kofira Jr., Grant LaBarr, Jen Lasher, Deb Rockefeller, Cindy Ruggieri, Mary Lou Shapinas, and Kathy Wishman.

On the day of the Fest, many attendees viewed and commented on the fine works shown. Our participation in this event helps Amy attract people to her frame shop while also publicizing the club.

In addition, we had a display table for the entire day of the very successful Apple Fest (which has morphed into a large craft show). This was the first year the club rented a space on the street in front of Amy’s shop rather than just being on the sidewalk. It proved to be very beneficial, and we had much more traffic than in past years. Many folks stopped by to chat and ask for information or to look at items on display. We had people sign up for our six week Photo Class , and had a nice couple who eventually came to our first meeting and joined the club.

Assisting with the booth set-up, passing out flyers, and conversing with Fest attendees were (in addition to Pete): Don Costello, Jean Stout, Bill Baburchak, Barry Biddle, Grant LaBarr, Kathy Whisman, Cindy Ruggieri, and Sam Wentz.

All in all, a very good result for our efforts to promote the club.

Submitted by Pete Kofira

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Winter at the Zoo Photo ContestRosamond Gifford Zoo

One Conservation Place, Syracuse, NYMonday, January 2-Tuesday, January 31

10 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.Complimentary admission with camera

(cell phones not accepted)

Once again, the Rosamond Gifford Zoo is hosting a Photo Contest. This was a fun activity out club participated in last year. We will plan a group trip, with the date to be announced soon, but feel free to go when it suits your schedule.

Valid entries are photgraphed during the month of January. Submission rules

will be found on the Zoo Website.www.rosamondgiffordzoo.org

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It was another great trip for the 16 club members who decided to go this year, but unfortunately each year fewer members are participating. A few years ago we combined the trip with Linda Herrick Tours and shared a bus securing 20 tickets. Since than we’ve not been able to sell all 20 tickets, and unless we get an overwhelming response previous to buying the tickets for 2017, the club will not be having an organized trip to the Expo. Let’s hope this doesn’t happen.

For the 16 members that did go this year, WOW what a time. All the major vendors were there, and if you wanted to “test drive” a new camera or lenses they were available by the hundreds. The on-floor camera and software seminars and especially the large seating area at

the Adobe exhibit made for an easy and comfortable venue to gather info on new products.

After spending some time in the Expo all most of the group took off on the customary NYC adventure. While some met family and friends or did shopping and sightseeing, our group went to the latest attraction next to One World Trade Center, a futuristic building called ‘The Oculus’. The initial impact of this massive structure as you exit the subway is breath-taking. Inside is just as spectacular with its gigantic arches and pure white floors, walls and ceiling. The building is filled with shops and restaurants, and the lower level is a newest major rail hub for the downtown area.

We all met again at Bryant Park for the bus trip home and exchanged stories about the Expo and our other adventures of the day. It will be disappointing if we can’t get enough interest in this trip for next year. This has always been a great time to keep up on the latest gear and share some time with fellow members. See you all next year?

Submitted By: Pete Kofira Jr

TRPC Bus Trip To PhotoPlus Expo October 2016Javits Center, New York, NY

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This Exhibit is a tribute to the art embodied in the photography of Bob Johnston, a founding member of the gallery who died in 2010. The open themed Photography Show and Competition is open to all photographic media and all photographers. Entries will be judged guided by this sentiment from Bob Johnston’s artist’s statement:

“For me, the successful photograph is one in which both the abstract elements and the subject matter of the image reinforce each other to provide an emotional experience

for the viewer.” ~ Bob Johnston 1917-2010

CALL FOR ENTRIESThis is an open themed show and invites entrants to submit up to (3) three photos, in color or black and white (no size limits), that are securely framed and ready to hang *.

A $10 fee is required for each photo entry. Checks may be made out to The Cooperative Gallery. Submissions may be dropped off at the Cooperative Gallery 213 State St Binghamton NY on:

Tuesday, December 27th, 2016

Wednesday, December 28th, 2016All Dropoffs: 4-6pm

The 6th Annual Bob Johnston Photography Show & Competition

Sponsored By:The Cooperative Gallery 213 & Two Rivers Photography Club

January 6 - 28, 2017Judging of the show will occur on Wednesday, January 4th 2017.

Opening reception and conferring of awards will take place on Friday, January 6th 2017 at 6:30pm.End of Show pick up of photos must occur on either Saturday, January 28th @ 4-5pm or Sunday, January 29th @ 12-2pm.

An application form can be obtained at the Cooperative Gallery

www.cooperativegallery.com ORThe Two Rivers Photography Club

www.2rpc.com websites.

For more info contact: Geoff Gould

ggould@binghamton.edu or call (607) 321-1591

* All photos must be framed and ready to hang. Two non-adhesive labels must accompany each entry with Title, Medium, Price (or NFS), and Name of Photographer using Arial 14 pt. type on a label no larger than 2”x 3”. Labels are to be placed in an envelope and attached to each photo’s hanging wire. In addition, photographer’s name and complete contact information must be affixed to the back of each photo. For a complete explanation of the rules please visit the Cooperative Gallery website.

The club started these meetings to give members an opportunity to discuss their images with fellow club members prior to submitting them into the club for competition. You can bring with you 3 to 5 photos of any size. They could be as small as 5x7 or a large print that you plan to submit for competition. You can also bring your images on your laptop or tablet.

The panel will work similar to speed dating. You will be able to sit with a peer for a brief time period and the two of you can share your work and then when time is up you will switch to a new person. You will have the chance to ask your reviewer to critique your photos in any way you’d like. Club member Kathy Whisman will act as a monitor and provide guidance about what the makes a good image and what the judges will be looking for.

Please reply to Kathy Whisman kmwhisman@yahoo.com If you plan to attend or all WALK-In’s welcome.

Endicott Public Library (George F Johnson Memorial Library)

Peer To Peer Meetings

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Tuesday, January 17th 2017 Tuesday, February 21st 2017

7pm - 8:30pm

TRPC HOLIDAY PARTY & SALON & GALLERIE

OPEN BOARD PROJECTED COMPETITION

7PM - 9PM

7PM - 9PM

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 9TH 2016

BRING A DISH TO SHARE

UPCOMING EVENTS

FRIDAY, JANUARY 13 2017

TRPC GARAGE SALE & SALON & GALLERIE

BLACK & WHITE COMPETITION

BRING ANY NEW OR USED EQUIPMENT YOU WOULD LIKE

TO SELL

Both Events are held at First Congregational Church, 30 Main St

Binghamton, NY 13905, USA

Here are the topics for the upcoming classes, held in the Endicott Library from 9:30 a.m. to noon.

If you know any non-member photo hobbyists who might be interested, please encourage them to enroll. Everyone planning to attend should use the registration form provided, whether you are a non-paying member or a paying non-member.Jan 21: Creating Photo Books: Learn how to create photo books right from Lightroom using Blurb to make a simple book. Then learn how to be a little more creative using Shutterfly.

Feb 4: How to Create Slideshows: Learn how to create a slideshow right in Lightroom. Then learn how to get more creative using ProShow Gold. As time allows we may also cover slideshows using Windows Movie Maker.

Feb 18: The annual Hy-jinx: Bring your camera & tripods for a morning of shooting. Set ups for macro & still life for the first part of the morning, followed by painting with light for the second half.

March 4: DIY Lighting: Club member, Larry Lefferts, will be instructing us on lighting. More details to come.

Saturday Classes, Winter 2017

Registration Form for2017 SATURDAY CLASSES

9:15am - Noon

__Jan 21 Creating Photo Books__Feb 4 How to Create Slideshows__Feb 18 Hy-jinx__Mar 4 DIY Lighting

No cost to club members. Non-members, $5 each class or $15

for all 4 classes

Total enclosed $____________

Name:

Email:

Send registration form (and if applicable a check made out to TRPC) to :

Two Rivers Photography Club PO Box 199

Vestal, NY 13851-0199

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Two Rivers Photography Club

2016/2017

President – Barry BiddleVice-president – Bill Baburchak

Secretary – Lori SciamannaTreasurer – Kathy Whisman

Board Members: Bill Bay Cindy Ruggieri Pete Kofira May Lou Shapinas Bernie Lewis Pat Stone Rick Northrup Jean Stout Patsy Nash-Jones Committees: There are various committees that help the club function. They are listed in the TRPC Handbook that is on the club

web site: www.2rpc.com

These committees are always looking for people to help. Please see any TRPC Board member if you would like to volunteer to

assist at any level you can.

TRPC Club Meetings

The First Congregational Church30 Main St, Binghamton, NY 13905

Fellowship HallNW Corner of Front and Main Streets

2nd & 4th Friday 7:00 pm

Full Schedule of meetings is on Club Web Site: www.2rpc.com

CLOSED BOARD TOPIC REMINDER

201701/06/17 - Black & White

04/07/17 - “The Eyes Have It”

The text below is from the TRPC Handbook. New members please be aware of items #3 & 5. These rules are to encourage people to keep their skills current and not use old images just because they are convenient. It’s possible that the Handbook has not been read thoroughly by all members and this note should make everyone aware of the rules.

COMPETITION:The club has print and projected image competitions. You are encouraged to compete in both competition categories. However, you may choose to compete in either with just a print(s) or projected image(s).Entry Qualifications:

1. Entries must originate as photographs (image/captures of objects by a lightsensitivity) made by the entrant.

2. Each image must have been taken by the person entering it.

3. Images must have been shot by the entrant within the last 5 years.

4. Nudity is not permitted.5. Presenters of images of questionable

origin may be requested to produce metadataas proof of ownership.

6. By virtue of submitting an entry, the entrant certifies the work as their own.

IMAGE RULESREMINDER