vppa winter magazine

Virginia Professional Photographer 1

In this Issue2 In the News

2 Editor’s Corner Kitty L. Pugh3 President’s Message Kevin Hurley4 The Business Corner Doug Mattice5 Chairman of the Board Message Sharon Younce5 Welcome, New Members!

6 Learning Painter One Brush at a Time Eric Green8 From the Desk of . . . Renny Cave9 Convention Chair’s Message Jim Carpenter10 VPPA Board of Directors

12 Speaker information starts

18 Convention Schedule

26 Convention Committees

26 Dues Billing Change Don Aittama28 Photographer Auction

29 VPPA Fall Seminar

31 From the Desk of . . . Robert Holman32 Virginia’s Degrees & Award Recipients

35 Treasurer’s Report Don Aittama35 Mark Your Calendars

35 Cover Note

36 Directory of Advertisers

Magazine Deadline Dates for Upcoming IssuesFor the submission of Articles and Ads for advertising

Dates are subject to change without noticeIssue: Submission Deadline Date:Spring/Summer 2013 April 30, 2013Fall/Winter (Convention), 2014 Dec. 1, 2013

VPPABOARD OF DIRECTORS

PRESIDENTKevin Hurley, FP1360 Maple AvenueRoanoke, VA 24106540-345-3055E-mail [email protected]

1st VICE PRESIDENTJim Carpenter, M. Photog. Cr., CPP, FP618-A Forest StreetCharlottesville, VA 22903434-296-7558E-mail [email protected]

2nd VICE PRESIDENT/TREASURERStephanie Garr Adams8742 Shadymist DriveRichmond, VA 23235804-477-6617E-mail [email protected]

SECRETARYTracy McGee401 Waters RoadVirginia Beach, VA 23322757-382-9537E-mail [email protected]

CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARDSharon Younce1917 Fairoaks RoadPowhatan, VA 23139804-598-2392E-Mail [email protected]

EXEC. SECRETARYRenny Cave, Cr. Photog., AFP, CPP9909 Chancellor PlaceBon Air, VA 23235-2711804-272-0119 Fax 804-272-7510E-Mail [email protected]

EXEC. TREASURERPolly Frye, M. Photog. Cr., FP CPP1585 Pine CourtHarrisonburg, VA 28802-2485540-438-0223 Fax 540-438-0223800-552-VPPAE-Mail [email protected]

ASSISTANT TO EXEC. TREASURERDon Aittama, CPP1960 Floyd circleMcGaheysville, VA 22840540-249-2035E-Mail [email protected]

BLUE RIDGE GOVERNORSharon Davidson, CPP3916 Brambleton Ave., Suite 126Roanoke, VA 24018540-314-5600E-Mail [email protected]

CAPITAL GOVERNORRobert Harris, M. Photog. Cr., CPP, FP9521 Amberdale Drive804-276-1200E-Mail [email protected]

NORTHERN GOVERNORElizabeth Bailey13160 Chestnut Fork RoadCulpepper, VA 22701540-429-3686E-Mail portraitartbyelizabeth.com

TIDEWATER GOVERNORKeith Forrest, M. Photog. Cr., FP5473 Shore DriveVirginia Beach, VA 23455757-464-68006E-mail [email protected]

PPA COUNCIL MEMBERSKevin Hurley, FP1360 Maple AvenueRoanoke, VA 24106540-345-3055E-mail [email protected] Lawson, CPP, AFP310 N. Main StreetKilmarnock, VA 22482804-436-9999E-mail [email protected] Lee Michaels905 Winona AvenueRoanoke, VA 24015540-342-9129E-Mail [email protected] Rumley, M. Photog., Cr., FP, CPP6964 Forest Hill AvenueRichmond, VA 23225804-864-5700E-Mail [email protected]

PRINT SALON CHAIRMANPatricia Hansen, M. Photog., Cr. EIC., FP418 West PalmettoKill Devil Hills, NC 27948252-480-0194E-Mail [email protected]

SEPPA REPRESENTATIVERobert G. Holman, M. Photog. Cr., FP,CPP1917 Laskin Road, Suite 111Virginia Beach, VA 23454-4250757-491-9111 Fax 757-491-0869E-Mail [email protected]

EDITOR, VPPA MAGAZINEKitty L. Pugh, Cr. Photog., AFP, CPP1917 Laskin Road, Suite 111Virginia Beach, VA 23454-4250757-491-9111 Fax 757-491-0869E-Mail [email protected]

Do You Have Questions About the VPPA?

Check our website at: www.vppa.org

Look under General Information — Handbook.There you will find answers to the most

Frequently Asked Questionsand lots that are not asked frequently!

You can also find the VPPA Constitution and By-Laws there.

2 Winter/Convention Edition

Lions and Tigers and Bears, Oh, My! Lions and Tigers and Bears!!!!!Convention 2013 is right around the corner and we’re going to have a

rip ROARING time of it. If you’ve ever wanted to act like an animal, this willbe your chance. Don’t miss this opportunity to ‘swing like a monkey’ threwthe trees. Roanoke will be the place to be. Don’t miss out on this one andonly opportunity to play with the big animals at Virginia’s Annual StateConvention.

The date is: February 22nd - February 26th, 2013.Place: Holiday Inn Roanoke Valley View

3315 Ordway Drive, Roanoke, Virginia, 24017Telephone: (888) 465-4329 or (540) 362-4500Print Competition Entry Deadline: Friday night, Feb. 22nd, 2013

All print cases MUST be in by 4:00 p.m.Note: Print Entry Forms can be downloaded on line at the VPPA

website: www.vppa.org. If you have any problems, contact: Pat Hansen at:(252) 480-0194 or by e-mail at: [email protected]

Reminder: If you want your images to be presented in the BlueRibbon show at the Awards Banquet, you MUST include in your printcase a CD containing all your images. Title each image as follows: Your lastname followed by a period and the print title, using capitals for the firstletter of each word. Put your full name on the outside of the CD.

Print Judging: Saturday, Feb. 23rd, 2013, starting at8:00 a.m. and continuing, if necessary, Sunday morning, Feb. 24th, at 8:00 a.m. until completion.

Annual Breakfast/Brunch/Business Meeting: Saturday morning,Feb. 23rd, 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.

Trade Show: Sunday, Feb. 24th, 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.(Open to the Public)

CPP Exam: Sunday, Feb. 24th, 1:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.For more details: contact David Lee Michaels, CPP Liaison, at [(540)342-9129]

New Member Orientation: Sunday Afternoon, Feb. 24th, 1:30 p.m. Past Presidents’ Dinner: Sunday Night, Feb. 24th, 5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

(You MUST be a Past President to attend this dinner.)Print Critique: Sunday Night, Feb. 24th, 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.All Convention Party: Sunday Night, Feb. 24th, starting at 9:00 p.m.

Theme: “It’s a Safari” and it’s a Jungle out there sopush through the underbrush, put on your best animalcostume and come play with the animals.It’s time to GET WILD!Note: Don’t forget to buy your Raffle Tickets for the Polly FryeScholarship Raffle Event. $10 each or 3 for $20. Contact Jim Sanders(540) 828-3375 or your District Governor to purchase tickets.

CPP Luncheon: Monday, Feb. 25th, 12 o’clock noon – 1:30 p.m.Executive Board Photos: Monday Night, Feb. 25th, 6:00 p.m. –

Hotel Lobby (Group photo of entire VPPA ExecutiveBoard and District Governors)

EDITOR’SCORNER

By Kitty L. Pugh, Cr. Photog., AFP, CPP• REMINDER - All address changes of any kind; e-mail, snail mail, website addresses, etc.need to be sent to Renny Cave, VPPA Executive Secretary at: [email protected] or bymail to: 9909 Chancellor Place, Bon Air, VA 23235-2711. Renny will act as a clearinghouse and forward the information on to the appropriate people.

• REMINDER - The only VPPA membership categories eligible to be listed on the VPPAwebsite are those members with Active, Additional Active or Active Life Membershipclassifications. All other types of VPPA memberships are not eligible to be listed.

• Web & Social Media Manager - David Lee Michaels is our Web & Social Media Manager.He will add events and other announcements to the Events Schedule page of the VPPAwebsite as necessary. Links to members’ sites may also be requested by contacting DavidLee at: [email protected]. Most Convention and Seminarinformation can be found on line at the website. Other items such as: Convention &Seminar Registration Forms, Print Competition Forms and Membership ApplicationForms can also be found on line. David Lee updates membership directory listings almostdaily. If you have any questions concerning your listing or about the website, contact himvia e-mail or by telephone at: (540) 342-9129.

• Congrutalations goes to our Web & Social Media Manager and Blue Ridge Districtmember David Lee Michaels. David Lee received a letter from PPA in Novemberinforming him that he passed all the requirements to become a Certified ProfessionalPhotographer. Way To Go, David Lee!

• Get Well Wishes go out to Blue Ridge District member Slick Reeves. Slick had somehealth problems back in November and had to be hospitalized for a short time. He spentseveral weeks in rehab. Hope you’re feeling better and all is well now. Cards and letters maybe sent to Slick at: 1100 Pansy Street, Lynchburg, Virginia, 23504 or he can be reach bytelephone at: (434) 845-2298 or by e-mail at: [email protected]

• Get Well Wishes go out to long-time Blue District member and Past VPPA President, JimCrawford. Jim was having some health issues back in November and had a few medicalprocedures done and was hospitalized for a while. He is doing much better. Cards andletters may be sent to Jim at his Studio: 287 W. Main Street, Covington, Virginia, 24426or he can be reached by telephone at: (540) 962-1785.

• Our Thoughts, Prayers and Condolences go out to the friends and family of formerTidewater District member Elliott Lee Torn. Elliott died November 14th, 2012, of a heartattack. Elliott was 64 years old and resided in Newport News, Virginia. For moreinformation contact: Joseph Lust at (757) 464-2205

• Our Thoughts, Prayers and Condolences go out to Blue Ridge District member SlickReeves. Slick’s sister, Lucille Reeves, passed away late Thursday night, November 29th,2012. You can send Slick an e-mail message at: [email protected] or send cards andletters to: 1100 Pansy Street, Lynchburg, Virginia, 24504.

• Our Thoughts, Prayers and Condolences go out to long time Tidewater District memberDon Monteaux. Don’s mother, Vieva Regina Monteaux, passed away on Thursday,November 29th, 2012. Cards and letters may be sent to Don at his home address: 4302Holly Road, Virginia Beach, Virginia, 23451, or he may be reached by telephone at: (757)425-7235 or by e-mail at: [email protected]

• Our Thoughts, Prayers and Condolences go out to Northern District member ElizabethBailey. Elizabeth’s brother, Karl B. Stengele, passed away in December. Cards and lettersmay be sent to Elizabeth at: 13160 Chestnut Fork Road, Culpeper, Virginia, 22701 or shemay be reach by telephone at: (540)429-3686 or by e-mail at:[email protected]

• Our Thoughts, Prayers and Condolences go out to Tidewater District members Paul &Susan Trahadias. Paul’s father, Philip Trahadias, passed away on December 30th, 2012. Hewas retired from the company he founded, Atlantis Photo Processing, after 27 years. Cardsand letters may be sent to Paul & Susan at their Studio/Lab address: 6223 ChesapeakeBlvd., Norfolk, Virginia, 23513 or they may be reached by telephone at: (757) 373-4045or by e-mail at [email protected]

• Congratulations – Barbi Barnum had one of her images – “Timid Tessa” featured in theJanuary on-line issue of the SEPPA magazine, Southern Exposure. Way To Go, Barbi!

• Get Well Wishes go out to long-time Northern District member and Past VPPA PresidentBob Good who has not been feeling well lately. Bob celebrated another birthday onSaturday, January 19th. Happy Birthday, Bob! Cards and letters may be sent to Bob at:12517 Spotswood Trail, Elkton, Virginia, 22827, or messages may be left for him bytelephone at: (540) 289-9795, or by e-mail at: [email protected]

VPPA Board Meeting Minutes (Condensed) from Board Meeting of Monday, August,27th, 2012 in Richmond, VA

• The Meeting was Called to Order by Anthony Rumley and an Invocation was given byJim Carpenter.

• There were no Proxy Votes to be confirmed.• Minutes from last meeting - A Motion was made and carried to accept the Minutes as

presented from the last meeting.Executive Treasurer’s Report• Don stated that he has closed the Bank America account and put that money into the

SunTrust account. Both banks required a minimum balance. That action freed up $4000for the general fund. There is a debt of $3600 due to the scholarship fund from the purchaseof the new projector.

• As of this meeting, Don estimated $5k positive at the end of this year compared to thebudget that the Finance Committee presented. Don recommended that if we have asurplus, that we pay back the scholarship fund from purchasing the projector.

IN THE NEWS

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PRESIDENT’SMESSAGE

Well, its convention timeagain. Jim Carpenter and hisstaff have worked hard for thelast 18 months to bring you anawesome line up of diversespeakers. As you know theconvention is once again inRoanoke before moving backto Richmond for 2014 and2015. As I thought about whatI wanted to say in my message,I kept coming back to the

same theme. What has VPPA meant to me and my business?There is an old saying, “You get out of it, what you put into it.”You can’t sit on the sideline and expect things to just happen.You need to get involved! It never fails to amaze me. When Iattend a district meeting, I always come away with a piece ofknowledge that will help my business. This is my Thirteenthyear in the VPPA; I have served in some way for nine of thoseyears. I know you’re saying “good for you Kevin”. Well it isgood for me, and my business. I have met lifelong friends! Notonly in the state of Virginia, but across the Country. In 2005 Imet Bob Boyd a wonderful photographer, who taught somelighting and posing that I still use today. In 2011 I met CrisDuncan, while I was looking for speakers for my convention.Cris and I talk on a regular basis, about photography, businessand family. This September we spent 4 days in YosemiteNational Park with a dozen other photographers,photographing and learning. My point to all this is, we need toget involved. The board works very hard to provide all theseopportunities for you. Help us by promoting the VPPA,attending your district meetings, seminars and conventions.Remember you get out of it, what you put into it.

See you at the Safari

Kevin Hurley, M. Photog., FP

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• The McDearmid scholarship fund has a deficit of $374 and the Searle fund only has $130 init. Polly said the McDearmid and O’Neal scholarships both come out of the Memorial fund sois not in deficit. Don asked what should be done to make sure the scholarship accounts arenot depleted. Polly said that in the past a scholarship has been dropped if funds are notavailable.

• Kevin Hurley has talked with H&H to try to put together a calendar as a fund raising item forthe convention. He is still working on that.

• The Board had already voted to reduce the Searle scholarship to $500. Don asked whetherany other scholarships should be reduced. Renny said it would be a shame to drop any of theremaining scholarships but suggested that the McDearmid and O’Neal could be reduced, ifnecessary, to $750 each. Anything below that amount would not pay tuition at most schools.

• Anthony Rumley recommended the finance committee come up with fund raising ideas. -Renny read a statement from PPA that offered things to the affiliates to use in a raffle orauction.

• Stephanie made a Motion for Renny to contact PPA to get more information and to explorethe PPA offer. Motion carried.

• Another idea was raised to offer one or more pre-Convention classes on the Friday of thatweek. Rather than renting hotel rooms, David Lee Michaels and Kevin Hurley eachvolunteered their studios for a class to raise money for the scholarship fund. Jim Carpenter wasasked to explore this option. Jim asked Pat Hansen whether one of the additional judges couldalso do a pre-con class. She agreed to follow up on this.

New Member Applications• A Motion was made and carried to accept six Active & 2 Provisional applications as

presented. Renny still had two applications that were not completed and even though thesepeople had been contacted, their final information had not been received. It was suggestedthat both be accepted as Provisional members and not have full Active status until theinformation is given. A Motion for same was made and carried.

Executive Secretary’s Report – as presented by Renny Cave• Renny reminded the board that when an application is turned in, the Governor needs to let

the applicant know when the next board meeting is and when the vote on the applicationwill occur.

• Don Aittama offered to follow up with each applicant stating he received their applicationand it will be voted on at the next board meeting and when that is.

• Renny also reminded the governors to keep these applicants informed of monthly meetingswhile their applications are pending so they can attend.

Changes to Membership Application – Renny presented new wording reflecting the pro-ratingof membership dues. There was discussion on how to pro-rate membership dues when a memberjoins at Convention. Various suggestions were presented and discussed. Polly made a Motion to go back to the old way that allows anyone who pays after theConvention to have their dues cover the rest of that year plus the following year. However, arecommendation was made that the Finance Committee review this policy to see if it will affectthe financial health of the organization or if we need to implement prorated payments. MotionCarried• Bobby Carlsen made a Motion for the President to have the finance committee review this

and come back to the board with their recommendation. Motion carried. • Kevin suggested we use calendar dates such as Mar 1 and Aug 1 as the cut off dates instead of

indeterminate descriptions such as “after the Seminar”. Motion carried• Renny reminded the Governors they need to have their District elections if they have not

already done so.• Renny recognized Elizabeth Bailey, a Lt Gov and incoming Northern District Governor in

attendance.- Renny reminded the Governors to add new members as they are voted in to their district listsand to make an effort to include them so they feel welcomed to the organization.- She also reminded the Governors that PPA Affiliation renewal will be coming up and for allout-going Governors to help new incoming governors with that.District Governors’ Reports – submitted in writing• All Districts presented reports.Convention 2013 – as presented by Jim Carpenter• Jim asked to include Lora Yeater from West Virginia to his list of speakers. She will present a

program on high school seniors. H&H Color Lab will pick up her $1000 speaking fee and ifwe have 100 people in her program, $500 for 50 people and expenses. Jim advised that her sonhas cancer, so he has contacted another photographer to fill in just in case she is not able toattend.

• Jeff Lubin will speak on Children. Burrell Colour Lab will pick up $1500. The cost to theAssociation will only be $500.

• Jim had to drop Rich Newell to stay on budget.• Jim made a Motion to accept these two additional speakers. Motion carried.• Jim estimates that he is spending approximately $9000 for speakers. Sharon asked whether

the $9000 included airfare and lodging. Renny said that she understood the $10k budgetedshould encompass everything for the speakers including airfare and lodging. Jim stated thatthe $9000 included sponsorship which he has obtained.

• Trade Show – Jim has contacted over 60 vendors and hopes to get at least 30 vendors at thetrade show.

• “The Wedding Planner” magazine would be willing to run an ad for the VPPA. This ad needsto be designed to impact as many studios as possible. They are also donating an ad that we canauction off to our members.

• Jim hopes to get a TV donated by Crutchfield for an auction item or the grand door prize.• Wells Fargo will also be a vendor at the trade show.• Robert Holman is the Tradeshow Chairman, Charles Lawson, Portia Schneider and Jim are

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Print CritiqueSunday, February 24th, 2013

7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Speaker: Pat Hansen, M. Photog. Cr., MEI, FP and Judges.Pat Hansen and the Judges will help answer some of the questions

as to ‘Why’ one print got a ‘Blue’ ribbon and another didn’t.It’s all about the 12 elements of importance that make up a good

photograph/portrait:

Impact Print QualityCreativity TechniqueStyle CompositionPrint Presentation LightingColor Balance Story TellingCenter of Interest Subject Matter


When I work with a photographer to help them grow their business, one of the most common “weaknesses” I encounterin the first month of coaching is an overwhelming lack of self-confidence. This lack of confidence eventually eats away at theirpositive mindset, and it keeps them from achieving their dreams and purpose.

Without a high level of confidence, you tend to put off the many actions that you MUST take in order to succeed in business. Studies have shown thatmany creative, artistic people have this personality trait, which is why so many of us feel insecure and have a huge fear of rejection.

If you have a self-confidence problem, or a fear of rejection, it is hurting you in many ways:• It hurts your photography because it is difficult to be creative when you are stressed and tense.• It hurts your sales because you may be afraid to ask for the sale or worse, you may sabotage the sale by thinking the client is spending too much

so you begin to discount your work.• It hurts your family because you are never there for them or even if you are, you are spending your time thinking about the business.• It hurts your overall success as a business owner because potential clients will see that you are insecure or that you lack confidence, hence they

will not hire you.

Here are six ways you can improve your confidence that will lead to a more successful bottom line:

1. Be careful who you spend your time with. Hanging out with the wrong people can ruin your confidence and positive outlook on life. Thesepeople are the “naysayers” and are always complaining about the economy, the government and why you can’t succeed in your business. Theydo not understand that you have a passion and a purpose to create beautiful images for your clients. If you listen too long to these people, youwill eventually succumb to having a lack of confidence because you will become like them.

2. Be very careful of how you talk and think about yourself. This inner “self talk” has a tremendous amount of power in how we pursue thingsthat we need to get done. If you constantly tell yourself, “I can’t” or “I will never be able to charge that much for my photography,” then you arejust setting yourself up for internal failure. Keep a positive conversation going on in your head at all times. Push through the tough times andkeep moving forward.

3. Start using these empowerment principles to keep a positive mindset. Here are a few of my favorites:a. Life offers neither problems nor challenges, only opportunities. This teaches you to make the best out of everything! b. If you don’t ask, the answer is always no. This helps get you over the fear of rejection. Remember, “ask” for the exhibit, “ask” for the sale, “ask”for the design consultation.c. They are going to love these portraits! Say this over and over again in your head as you wait for your client to arrive for their viewing and salesappointment. This excitement will carry over into your sales conversation and will lead to better sales averages.

You get the idea. Teach yourself to speak ONLY in positive terms and this will increase your self-confidence.

4. Act as if… Act has if you are already self-confident. Feelings follow actions, which means if you act self-confident then you will become self-confident!

5. Begin working every day on YOURSELF and YOUR CONFIDENCE and ATTITUDE. Take control of your thoughts; read positive booksand magazine articles and take time to study sales and telephone techniques. Over time you will see a positive change and your business willbegin to grow faster than you ever thought was possible. The world today is such a negative place. It is up to you to take control of your attitudeand mindset. As they say in the Marine Corps, “No one can do the pushups for you!”

6. Set some goals or intentions and read them to yourself every day. Knowing where you are going puts you ahead of so many other people whoare spending their time aimlessly drifting from one day to the next. Having a set direction and a positive mindset will give you the self-confidenceto fully succeed in presenting your gift of photography to the world!

To your success and confidence!

Doug Mattice is a business breakthrough specialist who helps photographers increase their income within 12-18 months. Years of hands-on business experience and teaching provide Doug with the tools toshow studio owners how to step into their role as the CEO of their businesses. He shows them HOW to grow their businesses to the next level, without going broke or crazy in the process.

Doug begins by looking at the overall business model to determine the most lucrative offerings and strategies available that will take the business to the next level. Then, he creates marketing and businesssystems that clarify what the studio owner needs to do each day, week and month to create a highly profitable business and an amazing lifestyle.

Doug is the creator of Unleash My Studio Business Breakthrough Program, which combines business, marketing and money strategies to teach photographers the essential foundations they need to create six-figure businesses and beyond. To see more business tips and learn more about his services, visit his website: www.unleashmystudio.com

Self-Confidence and a Positive MindsetThe Keys to Improving Your Sales, Your Photography and Your Bottom Line!

The Business CornerBy Doug Mattice



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all working on Tradeshow.Convention 2014 – as presented by Stephanie Adams• Stephanie made a Motion to sign a two year contract with the Sheraton Park South in

Richmond and to make the requisite $1000 deposit. Motion carried.• Stephanie gave details of the contract with the hotel and said that it is the best she has been

able to find in the Richmond area. There are some space requirements that will need to beaddressed.

Ethics Committee - No inquiries to report.Finance Committee - as presented by Sharon Younce• Sharon advised that the Finance committee met Monday morning, August 27th , prior to the

board meeting. Sharon asked Don Aitama to present the report.• Don stated that the Capital One card is charging us a $35 annual fee. He made a Motion to

look into getting a new credit card without an annual fee. Bobby Carlson asked how muchwe typically spend on the credit card. Don and Polly replied we don’t put much on it, typicallybecause the Association has had such a low credit limit. Don recommended that we try to geta higher limit and have a card with a cash-back rebate. With additional charges on the card,there will more cash back to save us money. He suggested that Kitty Pugh use the card for themagazine printing and that he and Renny will charge supplies, postage, etc. If the VPPA cancharge hotel costs for Conventions and Seminars, it would greatly increase the amount ofrebate paid. Motion carried

Print Salon Report - as presented by Pat Hansen • Pat advised that Wolfgang is still in training to take over for Pat, possibly in 2014.• Five speakers for 2013 will also be judging, one will be the jury chair; however, she needs to

fill out the rest of the panel. • Pat, Wolfgang, and Beth will be testing the software to see if they can work out the glitches. • Pat suggested bringing in Gordon Kreplin to judge and possibly do a pre-con program.Magazine Report - No report. Latest issue is out and most members have received it. Website – as presented by David Lee Michaels• David Lee has created a VPPA Facebook page for the general public and it is set to go live.• He is researching copyright issues. CVS is apparently allowing people to print straight from

Facebook if they check a box saying they have the right to print that image. • Don and David Lee are trying to get with Jeff Burton about modifying membership renewal

procedures on the website and creating a reminder system for dues payments.• Registration for the seminar has been seamless.• Convention teaser information is already on the website.Membership Report• David Lee Michaels stated that Capital and Tidewater still need liaisons. Library Report - A written report was presented and attached to the permanent minutes.Appointed Committee Reports• Term Limits will be discussed at the next board meeting.Old Business• Jim Carpenter made a Motion and it was carried to refrain from selling the original trailer at

this time. Since the Association has to paid fees, insurance, etc., there was discussion onwhether the print committee should use it rather than just having it sit empty. As it is, storageof the equipment is spread out among several different members. It would save trying tocoordinate which member has what piece of the equipment when it is needed if it could allbe stored in one central location.

New Business - No new business was brought to the Board.PPA Report – as presented by David Lee Michaels• David Lee advised that four councilors have been elected - David Lee Michaels, Kevin

Hurley, Anthony Rumley and Charles Lawson. The councilors will attend a mandatorytraining meeting at Imaging USA in January, 2013.

SEPPA Report as presented by Anthony Rumley• April 12, 2013, pre-con. There will be several classes offered.• April 13 – 16, 2013, convention will be held in Athens, GA.• Starting in 2014 Conventions will most likely be in Atlanta to make it easier to access.• They are talking about having an executive members meeting from each state for training. -

Kevin Hurley will attend in 2013.Summer Seminar Report as presented by Bobby Thigpen• Bobby advised that 60 rooms have been booked. B&S Picture Frames and the VPPA Library

are the only Trade Show vendors. There are still four tables available.• Sharon brought up talking with Richmond Camera. Anthony will speak to Blake Bullard.• Pat suggested talking to Robert Holman and John Waters to see if there are any local vendors

who might be interested in coming.• Don Aittama stated that expenses should not be very high. We’re only looking at just the

hotel and Adrian Hensen’s expenses.• Don also brought up doing a photographer auction to raise money. • Bobby Thigpen asked about getting Districts to sponsor coffee breaks. • Renny Cave reminded the governors to promote raffling off a one year membership to VPPA.• Tracy McGee is in charge of door prizes.Future Board Meetings- The next VPPA Board meeting will be held Monday, November 5th at Richmond SheratonPark South Hotel in Richmond.- A Motion was made and carried to Adjourn.

CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARDMESSAGE

Before we can blink our eyes the2013 VPPA Convention will behere. Jim Carpenter has a wonderfullineup of speakers for ourconvention this year. Jim has beenworking really hard for several yearsto make this Convention a greatSafari ride for all of us. Some of hisspeakers are: Bill Allard, Vanessaand Rob Adams, Michael and TinaTimmons, Tim and Beverly Walden,Randy McNeily, Joe and Mary JeanCampanellie, and Lora Yeater. Alsoour own John Waters and Jeff Lubinwill be presenting programs. Pleasemake your plans now to attend thisyear’s Convention in Roanoke Feb.

22-26 at the Holiday Inn Valley View. Jim can always use volunteers, pleaseoffer to help him for the convention. Thank you Jim and all who have workedso hard to make our Convention exceptional!

I am a visual person and writing an article for the magazine is difficult forme. I try so hard to find something that will be helpful in our profession towrite about. I would much rather be out taking pictures than writing. Thefollowing are some quotes I found while researching material to write about.I hope you will find them helpful.

Steve Shore writes; “As I wade a stream, I think wordlessly of where to castthe fly. Sometimes a difference of inches is the difference between catching afish and not. When the fly I’ve cast is on the water, my attention is riveted toit. I watch the fly calmly and attentively so that when the fish strikes, I strike.Then, the line tightens, the playing of the fish begins, and time stands still.Fishing, like photography, is an art that calls forth intelligence, concentration,and delicacy.”

“To photograph is to hold one’s breath when all faculties converge tocapture fleeting reality,” he wrote, neatly defining the moment of suspendedreality that occurs when the shutter opens and closes in an instant. “It’s at thatprecise moment that mastering an image becomes a great physical andintellectual joy.”

Like an artist uses his brush or a musician uses their instrument, we use ourcameras, and whether some agree or not . . . we are all artists. Photography isa form of art, a continuously growing one at that. We all have access tocameras these days - look at just about every phone and you’ll find a cameraon it. Does that mean the person knows how to use that particular camera?Does it that make them an award winning photographer? Does that meanthey are a “photographer?” As professionals, we are faced daily with the digitalcamera age. Everyone thinks they are a photographer. We can step out of ourcomfort zone to help these individuals learn more and become a professionalor we can keep complaining about them. Invite them to our Convention,Seminars, or meetings.

I look forward to seeing you all at the Convention.Wishing you all a Happy, Healthy, and Prosperous New Year.

Sharon Younce, FP

Welcome, New Members!

Tyra Behrens Northern DistrictMichael Gabriel Northern DistrictDavid Michael Geller Northern DistrictDavid Johnson Tidewater DistrictSteven Norris Blue Ridge DistrictJessica Nunnally Capital DistrictSteven Radcliffe Tidewater DistrictPam Soper Northern DistrictRoy Widgeon Tidewater DistrictJametha Young Tidewater District

New Members voted into membership at recent VPPABoard meetings:


I had the great fortune to spend a week this summer with digital art pioneer and PainterMaster Jeremy Sutton. His work embodies a creative mix of techniques borrowed from the oldmasters and his own unique use of color and texture. His works are easily identifiable by his personalstyle. In this article, I will the offer lessons I gleaned from my week with this amazing artist.

Much to my surprise, we spent the first day and a half experimenting with different brushes.I found myself wondering if Jeremy suffered from the same brush paralysis that has been the theme ofthis series of articles. Did he have the same brush-inspired hesitance that so many complain of or was

he leading us somewhere that I didn’t see as yet? The fact that he had us sharing these abstract brush experiments with the classas though they were finished works was even more confounding. His purpose began to become clear as we moved into workingfrom photographs. We had indeed been creating abstract paintings that, if done convincingly, could stand on their own. Theseabstracts had roughly similar compositions and colormake up as their source images. The layering of differentbrush strokes wasn’t done just to find interesting brushesor useful settings; they were highly layered texturesperfect for painterly backgrounds. The pursuit of deeptextures and layers of colors even extended to ourmistakes. Jeremy insisted that mistakes be worked intothe paintings-creating even more texture. Corel Painterhas long had the ability to step backward multiple timesusing [Ctrl/Cmd Z]. However, since Rembrandt didn’thave an undo button, neither did we! (fig.1)

Many in the class were surprised that we wentseveral days into the clinic before any mention ofpainting details. Just a few days before, while sharing ourreasons for taking the class, we stated almost in unisonthe desire to produce more painterly, less photographicpaintings. Now, with equal unanimity, we were itching tolearn new techniques for painting eyes, hair and otherdetails. We were universally missing the point. In Jeremy’swords, paintings are often more convincing when they aresuggestive instead of detailed. This lesson did not sink inuntil, while I was sketching a ballerina onto an abstractbackground, Jeremy emphatically told me “Stop painting… you’re done … it’s beautiful!” Before fully realizingwhat my hero had just said, I thought to myself, “But whatabout the eyes.” The master artist continued, “You haveto know when to stop … If you don’t, everything youpaint will look like a photograph.” (fig.2)

I hope to bring more of the many lessons fromthis iconic master soon … but for now let’s have some fun.Here’s a quick grungy comic book technique I used tocreate a fun image of Mr. Sutton.

Step One: Open the image and create a clone.[Files>Quick Clone] (fig.3)

Step Two: Fill the canvas with a background color of your choice. [Edit>Fill]

Step Three: Create an embossed line drawing using the original luminance[Effects>Surface Control>Apply Surface Texture] and choose original luminance from thedrop down box. Adjust the settings to taste and select OK. Apply Surface Texture again,this time, with the invert dialog box selected. (fig.4)

Step Four: Create a new layer [Layers>New Layer] Fill the layer as in step two. Paint a looseabstract using any highly textured brush. I used square chalk from the chalk category.Change the blending mode for this layer to Hard Light Mode. This will change your muckup into a grungy overlay.

Step Five: Click on the bottom canvas layer and again create a new layer. Use this layer toflatly color in skin, hair and other details. Each area could be done on a separate layer forextra control. Adjust the layer opacity to taste. (fig.5)

Learning PainterOne Brush at a Time (Learning from the Master)

By Eric Green, CPP, AFP

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VPPA Board of Directors’ Minutes from meeting of Monday, November 5th, 2012, heldin Richmond, Virginia

• The Meeting was Called to Order by Anthony Rumley and an Invocation given by JimCarpenter.

• Proxy Votes: Robert Harris represented James Cook for Capital District.Minutes from last meeting• A Motion was made and carried to accept the minutes as presented from the last meeting.Executive Treasurer’s Report – as presented by Don Aittama• Don reviewed the Treasurer’s Report. He stated that we came out a little better off than

originally budgeted. The Summer Seminar took in about $988. The total Conventionexpense for the year was $28,465. We have spent $22,347 in general and administrative costsvs. the budget amount of $21,849. Don moved down to the bottom line of the budget andstated that we have spent $65,787 vs. the budget of $75,428, which is favorable. The budgethad predicted a loss of $745, but there was a positive variance to the budget of $5,386. TheAssociation had a loss of $11,000 in dues but picked up $5,000 in other income. The reportreflected a loss in the scholarship fund of $4,273.95. Overall the financial statement wasbetter than budgeted. Considering the number of members lost last year, this was a good signand showed fiscal responsibility. A Motion was made and carried to accept the Treasurer’sReport as presented.

New Member Applications – as presented by Don Aittama• Don mentioned that he had heard from some members who are choosing not to renew, and

there are several who are downgrading from Additional Active to Office Staff. Don statedthat he overlooked bringing two applications with him and will send them electronically tothe board. He stated who the members were. A Motion was made and carried to accept theapplicants provisionally if they have fulfilled all the requirements of membership.

Executive Secretary’s Report – as presented by Renny Cave• Renny welcomed all new and returning Board members. She stated that all board members

need to be visible to the membership at seminars, conventions, etc., and at District meetings.The Board must be available for members to voice concerns, objections etc. The Board wasasked to give consideration to read and respond to all emails regarding VPPA. If a groupconsensus is sent out, please respond with a reply to all so that all members can see the votes.

• Current governors were asked to turn in credit requests for speakers and officers. It wasrecommended that all officers moving into a new job positions read the policy manual andbecome familiar with their new duties.

• Current Governors were instructed to pass along the policy manual and all information tothe new Governors. Materials were passed out to new governors. Governors need to bringwritten reports to all meetings.

• A CD containing templates for Governors’ reports, Treasurer’s reports, contracts for speakers,a district mailing list, etc. was given to each incoming Governor. The mailing list needs tobe kept as current as possible. District newsletters need to go out to executive board members,as well as district members.

• Current applications were also in the packet, printed on blue paper. New stationary wasincluded, listing contact information for all new officers.

• Rebates are to be used for education of members. These can be used for social functions aswell, but for the benefit for all members of the district. Don stated that rebate checks havealready been sent out to the Districts.

• The Liaison for the Governors this year is the VPPA President, Kevin Hurley. Kevin orRenny are available to answer any questions that the Governors may have if questionsremain after the Governor has read their policy manual.

District Governors’ Reports – submitted in written form• All Districts presented reports and copies of these are attached to the permanent minutes.Convention 2013 – as presented by Jim Carpenter • Jim requested two additional speakers, the Muncys and Don Aittama. Adding these speakers

will bear no cost to the organization. A Motion was made and carried for approved ofadditional speakers.

• Jim stated that the Convention has 13 scheduled speakers.• Joe Parker agreed to chair the photographers’ auction. Jim Sanders will be in charge of the

raffle for the Polly Frye scholarship. • There will be a pre-convention class. The speaker will be Gordon Kreplin and the class will

be held at Kevin Hurley's studio. Jim proposed charging $50 for attendance and limiting theclass to 15 attendees. It was pointed out that Extra Day for Extra Pay functions usually cost$99 to attend. David Lee voiced concern over that price for a pre-Convention class. Patpointed out another reason not to charge so much would be the added expense to attendeesfor having to obtain a hotel room for an additional night in order to attend the pre-convention class. Stephanie mentioned maybe $79 would be a good price point and acompromise. The pre-con class cost at present does not cover lunch for the attendees, but asponsor for lunch could be sought. A Motion was made and carried to set the cost for the pre-Convention program at $79.

• Jim thanked David Lee Michaels and his wife, as well as Kevin Hurley and his staff for theirhelp.

• Pat Hansen asked Jim about rooms listed as comp rooms and mentioned one for an“unknown judge”. This person will be paying for his/her own room because people who comeonly to judge have to cover their own rooms.

• Stephanie Adams passed around registration form. • Kevin brought up the issue that if you're a SEPPA or PPA member attending the convention,

that $95 leaves no incentive for these individuals to join VPPA. A Motion was made andcarried to increase the attendance fee for these individuals to $175 before the cutoff date, and


What Can We Do For You?

The members of this organizationknow how important it is to belong to this professionalphotographic association. It denotes a level of proficiency andcompetence to current and prospective clients.

The continuing education offered increases our pursuit ofexcellence in our art.

All of that being said, the VPPA membership lists are andhave been declining precipitously in the last few years. It is easy toblame the lackluster economy, and that definitely has had an effect.If you are not taking advantage of the District meetings, theseminar and the Convention, it might be hard to justify paying thedues.

The Board has worked very hard to pare spending down to thebone, yet still be able to offer you a big bang for your bucks.Elsewhere in this issue you can read about the exceptional line upof speakers that Jim Carpenter has gathered for you. These peopledo not come to us for free.

The hotel, the print competition, the social events—all ofthese cost money to provide. The Board has chosen the hotel inRoanoke for the last two years not for the convenience but becauseof the wonderful advantages that they offered us that helped to savemoney.

Because members said that they have a hard time leaving theirstudios for the whole Convention, the schedule was shortenedwithout losing any important events. The number of magazineissues has been reduced. There is only one seminar instead of three.The Board has done many more things both small and large in anattempt to keep the bottom line in the black rather than the red.

But it won’t happen unless the members are willing to supportthe organization.

So please tell us what we can do for you that will make you notonly willing but eager both to stay as a member and to recruit newones.

Your District Governor (and every member of the Board ofDirectors) is available and ready to hear any constructivesuggestions or any concerns that you may have.

Give your professional association a boost. We want you to bethe best that you can be and to offer an outstanding opportunity forall the professional photographers in Virginia. Help us to do that.

From the Desk Of...Renny Cave, Cr. Photog., AFP

VPPA Executive Secretary

We Need YourDirectory Photograph

for the upcoming 2013-2014 directorySo, you are a photographer and your mug shot is

not in the directory. Come on, give me a break andsend me your photograph by March 15, 2013

Email [email protected]" x 3.5" head shot in jpg format 300ppi

with your name as the file name orSnail Mail a wallet print to

9909 Chancellor Place, Bon Air, VA 23235-2711

Get Her Done Today!


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$200 after the cutoff date. After discussion, however, the Motion was withdraw until such timeas the Finance Committee can review the fees. Sharon recommended changes to registrationform were presented to Stephanie. A Motion was made and carried to accept the registrationform with slight changes.

• Regarding the upcoming 2013 convention, Kevin stated that he is going to try to get 4over, Inc.to donate postcards again to distribute to camera stores, schools, etc.

• Renny followed up with PPA about items they had to raffle off and use. PPA approved this andwe will receive certificates later this year and they will cover 2014 dues with the PPA certificate.Since PPA president will be present, Renny stated that she would like to see something specialdone and have him make the announcement when the prize is given.

Convention 2014 – as presented by Stephanie Adams• Stephanie has spoken to a few speakers. She has a verbal commitment from Randy Collier from

Utah. His fee is $1,500 with a sponsorship of $750, and he is willing to judge.• Gregory Daniel does amazing family portraits. His fee is $2,500 fee, with no sponsorship, but he

is flexible and willing to work with us, and he is also willing to judge. • Joe Edelman does glamour. Stephanie would like for him to do a shootout. His fee is between

$1,000-$1,800, depending on how long a program we require. He is working on obtainingsponsorship.

• Travis Hugelman’s fee is $2,000 with sponsorship from WHCC and Larsen. What the sponsorsare willing to provide will depend on how many people we are expecting to have in attendance.He is also willing to judge.

• Stephanie requested approval for Randy Collier, Gregory Daniel, Travis Hugelman, and JoeEdelman, depending on budget. A Motion was made and carried to approve Stephanie’s requestfor speakers.

• Kevin mentioned to Stephanie to check the PPA website to see if these judges are affiliated. Convention 2015 – as presented by Tracy McGee• Tracy mentioned that she already has a few speakers possibly interested in presenting programs,

all of which are affiliated judges and offering to judge as well. One speaker interested in comingis Rick Massarini.

• The 2015 convention theme will be something along the lines of an Egyptian theme. • The dates for the 2015 convention will be February 20-24, 2015.Ethics• Sharon stated that there are no inquiries to report, based on an e-mail that was sent to her by

Fred Powell.Finance Committee – as presented by Sharon Younce• Don had to leave, but on his behalf, Sharon stated that the finance committee recommended

that for the members who only paid half of their membership dues when they joined after March15, they will then be billed for half the stated amount for renewal in November. In accordancewith his recommendation, a Motion was made and carried so that the membership fees for 2013may be adjusted accordingly.

• Kevin Hurley presented additional recommendations from the Finance Committee: a) All newmembers who join between Sept 15 – Mar 15 would pay the full amount of membership duesper category and won’t be billed again until October of following year and, b) Part of therecommendation is also that new members joining between Mar 16 – Sep14, pay half of theamount of their membership dues per category.

• A Motion was made and carried that any member joining between Sept 15 – March 15, wouldpay full amount of membership dues per category, or joining Mar 16 – Sept 14 will pay half.

• Sharon made a Motion on Don’s behalf to pay the money back to the scholarship fund that hadbeen borrowed to purchase the new projector in the amount of $3,570. The money would comefrom the surplus that is in the general fund. Motion carried.

• Don is in the process of replacing the Capital One card with a Chase card which gives a 2%rebate on purchases.

• Sharon made a Motion and it was carried that Renny, Kitty and Don be able to use this card.Print Salon report – as presented by Pat Hansen• Pat stated that Gordon Kreplin is going to be 6th judge. • At Seminar, Pat had a lot of problems with the Print Salon computer and needs a new battery

for the Mac computer. • A Motion was made and carried that Pat to be allowed to purchase a battery. • Pat stated that there were problems last year regarding people who entered prints in EI category.

Entries in that category need to have work prints. Multiple awards could not be awarded due tonot having work prints.

• Kevin Hurley asked for clarity on the cutoff date for paying membership dues in order to be ableto enter prints in print competition. In previous years, members have shown up with print cases,dues, late fees and print case fees at convention.

Magazine Report – as presented by Kitty Pugh• Kitty requested that board member bios be kept reasonable in length. She needs an updated

photo and bio from each board member- especially the new board members. • Kitty is waiting on info from Jim for magazine. Kitty liked using Dropbox with Kevin last year.Website – as presented by David Lee Michaels• David Lee mentioned that he has created a new internal email address. Previously, his email

account was a hit or miss on spam and receiving emails. The new email address [email protected], and this new email address should prevent the same problemsfrom happening in the future.

• David Lee asked for headshots from new Governors, new executive board members and/orupdates from existing board members for website. This will also help Renny and Kitty. He statedthat the facebook page and videos from conventions, etc. could help generate new members. Herequested the President’s message.



Membership Report – as presented by David Lee Michaels• The New Member Committee still needs liaisons from Tidewater and Capital. David Lee

stated that over the summer not much progress was made on the new member committee,but he would like to get it moving ASAP. He requested candidates for district liaisons fornew member committee.

• David Lee stated that he would like to see space at the tradeshow to promote VPPA tovisitors of the tradeshow; he thinks it needs to be more than just a basic booth. It needs tobe something that would be more interactive and make people want to talk to us. Rennyrecommended that this be set up at the registration desk since everyone must go there firstand it stays open during the whole Convention.

Library Report – as presented by Eric Green• Written report was submitted and reviewed by the Board.Appointed Committee Reports• Stephanie Adams discussed setting term limits for non-rotating board positions. She

mentioned the possibility of instituting a limit such as 4 years so that it gives chance forevaluation of positions and also presents an opportunity for members to look over thingsjust in case any unforeseen issues arise or a newly appointed chairperson fails to fulfillduties. Stephanie stated that she feels it would alleviate any underlying stress on thismatter.

• Bobby Carlsen discussed unusual structure of VPPA Executive Board NOT having limitson non-rotating board positions or periodic reviews of chair holder’s performance. Theyfeel that appointing positions to people with voting rights, with no potential for newmembers to move into positions creates a problem if something were to happen to someoneholding current positions because it would leave no room for training someone to take overposition if something bad were to arise.

• Bobby also voiced concern about overall perception and opinions of the members withregards to the board being so difficult to participate in. In order to keep the Associationalive, it may be prudent to consider changes, encourage new ideas and new involvement.He agreed with Stephanie and felt that terms limits and a review process were good ideas.

• Stephanie recommended implementing 4 year terms for current permanent boardmembers. Anthony recommended that the Committee meet again and decide on specificrecommendations to present to the board.

Other committee reports • Pat Hansen, Anthony Rumley and Sharon Younce were charged with coming up with a

disclaimer statement to accompany a CD that will show award winning images from theConvention. Such statement was presented to the Board as follows:The statement reads: “The images recorded on this CD/DVD are artistic in nature. Theyare produced by members of the Virginia Professional Photographers’ Association. Theymay contain material that is not appropriate for all age groups.”

• A motion was made and carried to accept the wording for the Disclaimer as presented.Old Business• Renny reviewed policy manual changes.• The first change was to the description of duties for the Assistant to the Executive

Treasurer. It established this as a voting position. The second was to waive dues if the dutieswere satisfactorily fulfilled. A Motion was made and carried to accept same.The secondchange gave a definition of the membership committee. The Membership Committee willbe listed under standing committees. Motion made and carried.

• The other changes reflected current policy. • It was suggested that the VIP program be eliminated for lack of interest. Motion made and

carried.• The new Table of Contents reflects these changes. • Renny stated that changes approved earlier concerning dues payments made the printed

applications incomplete and she will have them reprinted. The VPPA no longer has an 800number. Renny put her phone number on the applications in its place.

Ethics Committee Appointments • It was time for Tidewater and Blue Ridge to have appointments. John Warters and Jim

Crawford are both willing to serve again. A Motion was made and carried that they bothbe re-appointed for a term of 2 years each.

• Bobby Carlsen mentioned the lack of a proposed budget for 2013. A proposed budgetwould give committees a chance to voice needs and to better visualize needs as the boardmoves forward. Sharon stated that the original budget proposed covered more than oneyear. The Committee has been and will continue to work on the budget. Bobbyrecommended that the Board go through formal budget proposals.

Transition of Officiers:• At the conclusion of Old Business, the Transition of new officers occurred. All outgoing

officers and Governors were recognized and thanked for their service • New Governors are Robert Harris, Sharon Davidson, Elizabeth Bailey and Keith Forrest. New Business• Renny stated that it was time to vote on Virginia’s PPA affiliation. The Association must

agree to abide by PPA’s rules, to submit all requested documentation and to pay the $300fee. A Motion was made and carried to proceed with the affiliation.

• A Motion was made and carried that the print salon chair be allotted one service credit foreach member serving on the convention print committee. The Chair should set the criteriafor this credit and may choose not to award a credit if she/he feels the member did not fulfillthe criteria. Chair must submit a written list no later than one day prior to the awardsdinner.

• A Motion was made and carried that the Convention Chair be allotted an additional 9service credits for a total of 25, but may not award more than 2 to any one individual. The


Can you imagine daydreaming aboutthe possibility of one day escaping on asafari to the wilds of Africa? Given noconstraints, most people would jump atthe chance to embark on just such anadventure. Today, with advancements intechnology we can widen our horizons using virtual realityand taking virtual travels. With that in mind, I would like toask you to close your eyes and clear your mind. Think of theAfrican continent full of wild animals, vine-covered jungles,cascading waterfalls, and endless undiscovered lands. Whenyou awake, you will find yourself entering the wilds of Africa.As your tour guide, let me welcome you to the VPPA 2013Safari Convention.

Don’t worry, there is no need to learn “Swahili” tocommunicate on this adventure. Grab your camera and comewith me! This is one photographic opportunity you don’twant to miss! Our group of digital archaeologists will dig deepto unearth new forms of enlightenment. As the compositionof our group becomes clearer, we may even stumble upon arare find - unique ways to generate business currency.

Before the ceremonial beginning of the SafariConvention, we will plant our spears in a circular formationand receive an opening message from Gordon Kreplin. Onour desert adventure from beginning to end, sunrise to sunset,there will many tribal leaders who will guide us to safety fromvarious pitfalls using photographic magic. On day one,William Albert Allard will amaze you with his depiction ofthe African continent acquired on his personal adventures asa National Geographic photographer. Day two, Jeff Lubinwill teach us how to capture better images of ‘jungle’children. We will relax and rehydrate after being fed by ourchief cook. Reenergized and ready to continue ourexploration, we will learn about Fusion with Vanessa Joy andRob Adams. A nearby fire pit will allow Randy McNeily thestomping ground necessary to discuss the Renaissance ofPortraiture where craftsmanship and technique are the mostvaluable tools for creating timeless fine art. No eveningunder the jungle stars would be complete without aceremonial battle between two old rivals. An electronicbattle will ensue between Pocket Wizards and Radio Poppershosted by Don Attaima. Following a spectacular sunrise overMount Kilimanjaro, we begin day three with the M & MBoys (Bruce and Brian Muncy) discussing the balancebetween business and personal life. Bruce will offer a personaldevotion as well. After so many days traveling through desertheat, listening to the shrieks and sounds of wild animals inthe distance, and marveling at the picturesque landscapearound us, we will need to restock our backpacks withsupplies to continue on our journey. The Trade Show is theperfect place to find all the tools you need to cut your way

CONVENTIONCHAIR’S

MESSAGEBy Jim Carpenter, M. Photog. Cr., CPP, FP



SecretaryTracy McGee401 Waters RoadVirginia Beach, VA 23322757-282-9537e-mail [email protected] being the kid with the camera in school, playing theclarinet, xylophone, vibraphone and bells in her school bandfrom age 11 all the way through high school, having herpoetry published and featured by the time she was 12, doing

freelance photography work for her local newspaper just out of high school, and justfeeding her passion for art with whatever outlet was available to her, Tracy has alwaysbeen actively involved in one art form or another. Tracy was a bank branch managerand had been in banking for 8 years before leaving banking to get back into professionalphotography full time back in 2004. She finished her Bachelors Degree in BusinessManagement and Information Technology with a 4.0 GPA and graduated with highhonors. Tracy and her husband have a 6 year old daughter, a 9 year old son, and Tracyhas a 21 year old step-daughter.

Executive TreasurerPolly Frye, M. Photog., Cr., FP1585 Pine CourtHarrisonburg, VA 28802-2485(540) 438-0223(540) 438-0223 Fax(800) 522-VPPA (8772)e-mail: [email protected] has been a member of the VPPA since 1952. Now in her27th year serving as Executive Treasurer, she is retired from

portrait photography but still involved with two art organizations. You will find her at theconvention with checkbook in hand taking care of the financial business of theorganization.

Assistant to Executive TreasurerDon Aittama, CPP1960 Floyd CircleMcGaheysville, VA 22840(540) 249-2035e-mail: [email protected]’s first camera in 1966 was a $20 35mm Sears rangefindercamera that had manual settings for aperture and shutterspeed. Don learned photography with this camera and quickly

learned how to get good exposures without using a light meter. After starting a careeras an accountant in 1983, Don set aside his camera and with the exception of familypictures, rarely took it out. In 2001, Don received a digital camera for Christmas andbecame interested in photography again. This led to a strong interest in pursuingprofessional photography as a second career and he started photographing weddings in2004. Don joined the PPA in 2005 and the VPPA in 2008. Don’s accomplishmentsso far include completing the CPP Exam in 2010 and earning the PPA Silver LevelPhotographer of the Year award for 2011. Don works with his wife, Julie, on many ofhis photography assignments and has two daughters and one grandson.

Executive SecretaryRenny Cave, Cr. Photog., AFP9909 Chancellor PlaceRichmond, VA 23235-2711(804) 272-0119(804) 272-7510 Faxe-mail: [email protected] Past President of the VPPA and the current ExecutiveSecretary, Renny runs a home studio specializing in children,families and seniors. During the Convention you might meet

her at New Member Orientation or see her doing her favorite things—awardingscholarships and degrees. Feel free to stop her in the hall or send an e-mail with anysuggestions you may have for making the VPPA a better organization.

Print Salon ChairmanPatricia A. Hansen, M.Photog., Cr., MEI418 W. Palmetto StreetKill Devil Hills, NC 27948(252) 480-1908e-mail: [email protected] VPPA member for over twenty years, Pat is a graduate of DukeUniversity, with a background in the arts and sciences. Beforeretirement she co-owned f2 Photographic Design in NorthernVirginia, specializing in children and families. Now living on theOuter Banks of North Carolina, she photographs the scenic

wonders of the coast and wherever else her travels take her. Because of her great interestin competition, Pat presently serves the VPPA as Print Salon Chairman. She also holdsdegrees from the Maryland and North Carolina associations and serves as a nationallyapproved juror, judging and teaching whenever possible.

VPPA’S 2013 BOARD OF DIRECTORSChairman of the BoardSharon Younce, FP1917 Fairoaks RoadPowhatan, VA 23139(804) 598-2392e-mail: [email protected] is expressed in many ways. For some it istechnology, for some painting, for me it is a little ofboth. Photography brings out the artist in me that

took a long time to realize was there. It gives me the ability to paint withlight. I want to create a work of art for all of my clients. Bringing out the bestin everyone is my passion. Artful Images has been in business for years butphotography has been my paintbursh for most of my life.

PresidentKevin Hurley M. Photog., FP1360 Maple AveRoanoke Va. 24016(540) [email protected] Hurley is the owner of Kevin HurleyPhotography. The studio is located in a 100 yr oldhome in the Historic District of Old Southwest

Roanoke. Kevin Graduated with a BA in Photojournalism from MoreheadState University in 1981. He worked for a local camera store managing sixphoto labs, while perusing his photography part time. In 1996 he opened hisstudio full time. In 2002 he joined VPPA, and under the guidance of severalgiving photographers, his business continues to grow annually. He is excited atthe opportunity to serve the VPPA for the years to come. Kevin is married to aelementary art teacher (Marian) and they have two girls (Emma and Ellen).

First Vice PresidentJim Carpenter618-A Forest StreetCharlottesville, VA 22903(434) 296-7558e-mail: [email protected] Carpenter has been a photographer in theCharlottesville area recording history and creating family

heirlooms for over 40 years. Jim spent 20 years as photographer at The Daily Progressnewspaper before purchasing Gitchell’s Studio in 1988. He has earned from the PPAhis Master’s, Photographic Craftsman, Certified Professional Photography andPhotographic Excellence degrees and the Virginia Fellow Photographer degree. He hasbeen the Grand Photographic Winner for the state of Virginia 5 times in 10 years. Hehas been the recipient of the prestigious Eastman Kodak Gallery Elite Award, 12 FUJIMasterpiece Awards, 4 Kodak Gallery Awards, and Best in Show for State and Region4 times. His works have been displayed at Walt Disney’s Epcot Center in Florida 3times and 2 of his photos have been a part of the Traveling Loan Show for theProfessional Photographers of America in Korea. Jim has had the distinct pleasure andopportunity to photograph 9 United States Presidents, Queen Elizabeth of England,Russian Prime Minister, Mikhael Gorbachev, among many others.

On a personal level, Jim and his wife Joan are both natives of theCharlottesville area. Jim has been an active member of the Lions Club, DogwoodFestival, Charlottesville-Albemarle Rescue Squad, and is a Deacon at Belmont BaptistChurch.

In 2005, Jim was selected by the C-A Chamber of Commerce as“SMALL BUSINESS PERSON OF THE YEAR” and most recently one of TheDaily Progress’ “Distinguished Dozen”.

Second Vice PresidentStephanie Garr Adams8742 Shadymist DriveRichmond, VA 23235804-477-6617e-mail [email protected] Garr Adams is a Certified ProfessionalPhotographer. Stephanie fell in love with photographyas a young girl and while driving on vacation wasknown to ask to stop by the road to photograph the

scenery. Her consistent interest in photographing led her parents to buy her herfirst SLR camera. From a young age Stephanie always wanted to be a physicianand had never considered photography as a career, although she always plannedon having a darkroom in her home. But after receiving her Bachelor’s Degree inBiology and beginning the interview process for Medical School, she decided shewanted more flexibility in her family life than a medical career could provide andso enrolled in the Hallmark Institute of Photography in Western Massachusetts.Stephanie owns a studio in Richmond, VA and specializes in environmentalportraiture of families and children. Stephanie has won various awards fromVPPA and SEPPA and has been honored as a PPA Photographer of the Year in2010. ‘What I love about being a photographer is creating memories andtouching people’s lives.’


VPPA’S 2013 BOARD OF DIRECTORSEditor, VPPA MagazineKitty L. Pugh, Cr. Photog., AFP, CPP1917 Laskin Road, Suite 111Virginia Beach, VA 23454-2405(757) 491-9111 (757) 491-0869 Faxe-mail: [email protected] is a native of Norfolk and a graduate of Princess AnneBusiness College and Tidewater Community College. She hasa para-legal degree and in 1994 earned her CPP. She co-ownsand operates together with her partner, Robert Holman,

Holman’s Photography Studio, which they opened in 1985. For her hard work anddedication to the VPPA, she was awarded the Virginia Award in 1995. In 2001 shereceived her Craftsmans degree and was the recipient of the State SEPPA Award. In2007 she was the recipient of the National Award and the SEPPA Board of GovernorsAward. She is a past Tidewater District Governor, Past VPPA President and has servedas Magazine Editor since 1997.

Blue Ridge District GovernorSharon Davidson, CPP3916 Brambleton Ave., Suite 126Roanoke, VA 24018540-314-5600e-mail [email protected] native Virginian and a lifelong Hokie, Sharon sees theworld through orange and maroon colored glasses. Thattinted perspective has given her the natural ability to see the

positives in all of life's challenges. While many in her profession feel faint at thenotion of photographing infants and children, Sharon thrives on the daily surprisesthat arise from clients that are not toilet-trained. Even though she has degrees inManagement Science and Business Administration, life has taught her the value ofwhimsy. Sharon Davidson Photography and Lakestone Gallery’s mission statementscan be summed up in three short verbs: live, laugh, love.

Capital District GovernorRobert Harris, M. Photog. Cr., CPP, FP9521 Amberdale DriveRichmond, VA 23236804-276-1200e-mail [email protected] Harris is an accomplished portrait artist who hasbecome know for his talent and creativity in the disciplineand art of photography. In addition to receiving the “Master

of Photography”, Harris’ work has also been recognized with numerous Kodak Galleryand Fujifilm Masterpiece awards. Being recognized both nationally and in the state ofVirginia for his wedding photography and album design are among his highest honors.

Northern District GovernorElizabeth Bailey13160 Chestnut Fork RoadCulpeper, VA 22701540-429-3686e-mail [email protected] has been a VPPA member since 2001. She enjoysphotographing children in their element and capturingemotion and relationships. Beautiful imagery portrays a

connection to the one photographing or the interaction of the subjects. She beganwith a B&W night class working with TMAX film and a manual 35mm camera,developing and projecting her own film and using only natural light. Now Elizabethis all digital and knows studio lighting but still loving it all. 2013 will be her first yearas Northern District Governor. Elizabeth would like to see VPPA grow not just inmembership but continued quality of imagery. Thanks for that opportunity.

Tidewater District GovernorKeith Forrest, M. Photog. Cr., FP5473 Shore DriveVirginia Beach, VA 23455757-464-6800e-mail [email protected] Keith Forrest, M.Photog.,Cr.,CPP,FP, began his business onhis 16th Birthday, in 1972, photographing weddings out of hisparents home.

Keith earned the degrees of Photographic Craftsman in 1994 and the PPA Master ofPhotography degree in 1997. He has studied with almost all of the great photogaphersover the years from the beginning of his career – Monte Zucker, Rocky Gunn, LeonKennamer, Joe Zeltsman, Frank Cricchio, Larry Peters, and a host of others. Two localphotographers he always has considered some of his greatest mentors, are the great BillMcIntosh, and of course, his “other Dad” – Archie McDearmid.Keith and his former wife Joan, are the proud parents of Heather Ashley, 20, andDavid Keith, Jr, 14. Heather is now a college student, but helps out occasionally at thestudio when she can.

PPA Council MemberKevin Hurley M. LPhotog., FP1360 Maple AveRoanoke Va. 24016(540) [email protected] Hurley is the owner of Kevin HurleyPhotography. The studio is located in a 100 yr oldhome in the Historic District of Old Southwest

Roanoke. Kevin graduated with a BA in Photojournalism from MoreheadState University in 1981. He worked for a local camera store managing sixphoto labs, while persuing his photography part time. In 1996 he opened hisstudio full time. In 2002 he joined VPPA, and under the guidance of severalgiving photographers, his business continues to grow annually. He is excited atthe opportunity to serve the VPPA for the years to come. Kevin is married to aelementary art teacher (Marian) and they have two girls (Emma and Ellen).

PPA Council Member andCharles Lawson, CPP, AFP310 N. Main StreetKilmarnock, VA 22482540-345-3055e-mail [email protected] information not available at time of printing.

PPA Council Member andWeb and Social Media ManagerDavid Lee Michaels905 Winona AvenueRoanoke, VA 24015(540) 342-9129e-mail: [email protected] a successful career in Radio and the musicindustry, David Lee took his passion for

photographing events, concerts and musicians and opened his photographystudio in Roanoke, where he specializes in Portraits, Weddings and pets. Inaddition to serving as webmaster and PPA Councilor, he has served as Lt.Governor and 2 terms as Governor of The Blue Ridge District. David Lee ismarried, has 1 grown son, 4 dogs and 2 cats.

PPA Council MemberAnthony Rumley, M.Photog., Cr., FP, CPP6964 Forest Hill Ave.Richmond, VA 23225(804) 864-5700e-mail: [email protected] Rumley owns and operates a retail studio inRichmond, Virginia. He has represented the VPPA forover 11 years by occupying various positions on theboard. Last year Anthony received the SEPPA award

and was also nominated as it’s newest board member. In addition to creatingcustom portraits for his clients, Anthony also donates his photographic talent tovarious community associations and is the Richmond Area Coordinator forNow I Lay Me Down to Sleep. He contributes much of his success to theongoing support of his family, Jennifer, Alexandra and Ashton.

SEPPA RepresentativeRobert P. Holman, M. Photog. Cr., FP, CPP1917 Laskin Road, Suite 111Virginia Beach, VA 23454-2405(757) 491-9111 (757) 491-0869 Faxe-mail: [email protected] opened Holman’s Photography Studio withhis partner, Kitty Pugh, in 1985. Robert was

fortunate to have received an extensive photographic education as aphotographer’s mate in the Navy. He joined PPA in 1985 and the VPPA in1986. He obtained his CPP in 1988, his FP in 1997, his Craftsman in 1997and Masters in 2001. He has won two Kodak Gallery awards for hiscommercial photography and is a past President of VPPA. He is therecipient of both the SEPPA and National Awards, as well as the SEPPABoard of Governors and Virginia Awards. When the weather is nice, youcan find him catching a ride on his Harley.



SPEAKERS! SPEAKERS! SPEAKERS!


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SPEAKERS! SPEAKERS! SPEAKERS!continued from page 13



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ConventionCommittees

Registration DeskStephanie Garr-Adams, ChairpersonTracy McGee

Program CoordinationJoan Carpenter, Chairperson

Trade ShowRobert Holman, ChairpersonMiranda Durrer-DavisCharles LawsonPortia Schneider

Photography, CandidKitty Pugh, ChairpersonRobert HolmanDon AittamaJim SandersEric GreenCharles Lawson

All Convention PartyMiranda Durrer-Davis,

ChairpersonJoan Carpenter

SEPPA AwardDavid Lee Michaels, ChairpersonKevin HurleyFred Powell

National AwardShelba Powell, ChairpersonBill GarrettFred Powell

Virginia AwardKevin Hurley, Chairperson

Group PhotoJeff Kaiser, ChairpersonTracy McGee

Print SalonPat Hansen, ChairpersonMichael Timmons, Jury Chairman

The DevotionBruce Muncy

TrophiesPolly Frye, ChairpersonRenny CaveKitty Pugh

Door PrizesLisa AkersLisa Carter

Photographers’ AuctionJoe Parker, Chairperson

CPP LuncheonCathy Benton, Chairperson

New Member OrientationRenny Cave, ChairpersonPolly FryeSharon YounceKevn HurleyJim CarpenterStephanie Garr-AdamsTracy McGeeDon Aittama

President’s Reception& BanquetKevin Hurley

Hospitality RoomMargie Hatcher, Chairperson

Print DisplayBobby & Sandra Thigpen,

Chairpersons

Awards PresentationPat Hansen

Convention PromotionJeff Loope, Chairperson

Audio/VisualCharles Hartman,

ChairpersonJohn WartersRichard St. Peter

Over the past two months,we have been working with ourdeveloper, Proofcast, to set up an automatic duesbilling system through our web site at www.vppa.org.We have cleared out old balances that caused problemsin being able to register for the convention last yearand made numerous corrections to the membershipdata base that is included in the web site. Goingforward you will now receive your invoices for yourdues via email only (I may still do a complete mailingsin December or January if dues payments have beenlagging). If you prefer to receive your dues billing viamail, please contact me and I will set it up so that theweb site billing system will print an invoice that I canmail.

Emails will go out every 15 days as a reminderto pay your dues starting with November 1 of each year.Emails will also only go out to members who have notpaid their dues. If you think you have received an emailin error, please contact me. You will have 3 options forpaying your dues:

1. Print the email out, sign the ethics statementand send the signed form along with yourcheck or credit card information directly to meat the address given on the invoice.

2. Access your account on the VPPA web siteand pay your account balance directly throughthe web site.

3. Request a monthly payment plan bycontacting me.Because this system relies on the accuracy of

your membership listing with VPPA, it is importantthat you keep your basic membership information up todate, including

1. Address2. Phone numbers3. Web site4. Email address

To this end, I would urge all members to reviewtheir listing on the VPPA web site and submitcorrections if needed. You can access your web sitelisting by clicking on: “Membership” and then“Member Profile Update”. You will need your user IDand password to access your membership record. If youcan’t remember them, we can help you to gain accessto your membership record. Alternatively, you canalways send me any corrections and I will be happy tomake sure that your listing is corrected. You can eithercall me, mail me a letter or send me an email. Sendingme an email is probably the quickest way to get acorrection done.

My commitment to VPPA is to ensure that ourmembership information is as accurate and complete aspossible.

Dues BillingChange

By Don Aittama, CPP


through the forthcoming jungle of photography.Mary Jean Campanellie is an expert at teachingCorel Painter. She can teach you how to paint ina different way while her husband, JoeCampanellie, can instruct you on capturing thewild side of animal photography. After days oftrekking across the landscape, the AllConvention Party will fill you with Jungle Fever.Grab your animal skins, paint on your tribalmakeup, and prepare to do ceremonial dancesuntil the sun comes up! There will be no rest,however, until the tribal elder John Warters,instills in us the ways of commercial photographyfor portrait photographers. When faced withextreme outdoor conditions, the days can seemlong and the nights even shorter. Your energy andstamina may begin to wane. Do not fear, forMichael and Tina Simmons will revive you andget your creative juices flowing. Lora Yeater willoffer a new vision to inspire those animalistichigh school seniors to trek right to your door.After much exploration, instruction, revivement,and inventiveness, we will celebrate all thelearning acquired on this virtual journey withphotographs, entertainment, and awards. Toconclude our African Safari, words of inspirationand motivation will be provided by our PPAPresident. Tim and Beverly Walden will discussArt, Passion, and Purpose. The closing messagewill conclude our journey together on this virtualtour. Monkeys, elephants, and giraffes, oh my!Grab a vine and swing on by to the 2013 SafariConvention.

Hope to see you there!

Convention Chair’s Message . . .continued from page 9IN THE NEWS continued from page 9


Convention Chair must submit a written list no later than one day prior to the awards dinner.• Kevin Hurley, President, appointed a committee to investigate the degree program and bring back suggestions

on how it can be approved.PPA Report – as presented by David Lee Michaels• Anthony Rumley will be the PPA Councilor on the Board going forward representing all Virginia PPA

Councilors and will have the vote for that position. All of the councilors will be having an all day trainingday prior to Imaging USA in January 2013.

SEPPA Report – as presented by Robert Holman• Robert stated that SEPPA will be April 10-14, 2013 in Athens, GA for the last time. Attendees will need to

pre-register or pay an additional fee. VPPA is allowed two 8x10 ads in the SEPPA magazine to advertise theirconvention and seminars. Robert recommended taking advantage of this free advertising.

Summer Seminar report – as presented by Bobby Thigpen• Bobby’s final report is attached to the permanent minutes. Don Aittama proposed to cut checks to districts

for the distribution of funds from the profit of the Seminar. $900 of the hotel fee was for the meeting roomspace and the remainder of the hotel fee was for rooms for speakers.

• Renny brought up that the $210 brought in from the membership raffle can not be counted as income becauseit does not pay for a full membership. There is a $30 loss.

• Also, Don brought up to Renny that the seminar funds should be accounted for through the state fund andnot the district funds. This was tabled until the Jan board meeting.

• Renny reminded the governors that they will work together for the next seminar but will have separate duties.Capital will be hosting the summer seminar. There is a seminar report template and a vendor contract onthe cd in the governor’s packet. Governors were urged to get the dates out to the membership so they canput it on their calendars and constantly remind them so they will be aware.

Future Board Meetings• The next VPPA Board meeting will be held on Monday, January 7th, 2013, at the Richmond Sheraton Park

South, in Richmond.• A Motion was made and carried to adjourn.

VPPA Board of Directors’ Minutes from Meeting ofMonday, January 7th, 2013, held in, Richmond, Virginia

• The Meeting was Called to Order by Sharon Younce and an Invocation given by Jim Carpenter.Proxy Votes conferred in writing • Sharon Davidson stated that she held a proxy vote for David Lee Michaels and Renny Cave for Polly Frye.Minutes from last meeting – A Motion was made and carried to accept the Minutes from the last meeting as

presented.Executive Treasurer’s Report - as presented by Don Aittama• Don discussed the members with delinquent dues. He described the new billing system that automatically

sends out the statements on November 1st. This is repeated for those who have not paid every 15 days upuntil the end of February. He stated that there are only a dozen members without email addresses on file, andhe mailed out the bills for those.

• Upon questioning, Don admitted that there had been some glitches in the system. Some people had receivednotices after they had paid dues. With careful updating, this should not happen again.

• Don reviewed the budget projection for 2013. Last year the Association experienced a loss of about $691. Hestated that the challenges going into this year will be greater. Approximately 20 members have alreadycancelled their memberships, and there has been a decline in dues coming in from those outstanding.

• Don has upgraded his cell phone through Intuit so that he has the capability to accept credit card payments.He stated that by running the payments this way, the credit card fees will be a lot cheaper than those chargedby the company that we are currently using for our website. This should be one way to save some money.Don stated that having reduced the expenses of the VPPA magazine by 1/3 will also be beneficial to thebottom line.

• Don referred to Anthony’s previous suggestion that money from the general fund be transferred annually tothe scholarship fund. He stated that if 10% is conveyed to the scholarship fund, the deficit will be covered.In the future, the number of scholarships might need to be reconsidered. Don suggested an endowment fundas a possibility for housing some of the scholarship funds. This could be helpful in generating additional funds.He stated that the scholarship fund is likely to show a negative balance of about $4000. Don stated that theAssociation can’t continue on like this or there will come a time when there is no funding for anyscholarships.

• Regarding scholarship funds - Don stated that the total commitment is currently a little over $5000 unlesschanges are made. Renny stated that the O’Neal and McDearmid scholarships were already decreased to$750.

• There were discussions regarding concerns over the amount of outstanding dues. Don stated that heanticipates continuing to receive membership dues right up until the end of February. He also stated thatmembers will be unable to register for the Convention through the website without having current dues.Delinquent members would be unable to attend the Convention until their dues have been paid.

• At present, 63 members have not paid and 19 members have requested to resign their VPPA membership.Renny urged the members of the Board to look over the list of members with delinquent dues as well as thelist of those who elected to cancel their membership. Governors and all Board members were asked to reachout to them to see whether their memberships can be retained.

• Don stated that he has a total of 6 Certificates of Deposit that he would like to put into a higher yielding CD.• Renny mentioned that some districts have a standing policy of making a donation to the memorial

scholarship fund when a district member or a close relative of a district member passes away.• Don would like to see us actively use the Capital One card to earn 1-2% rebates back for a nice chunk of

money.• A Motion was made and carried to accept the Treasurer’s report as presented.New Member Applications – as presented by Don Aittama• Don stated that there was one application coming in, but that he did not have the actual application in hand.

Renny stated that the application belongs to David Lee Michaels’ wife, Melissa, who chose to upgrade. Since

All ConventionMentor Photographer Event

-- Buy a Mentor Photographer -- Check out the line-up of talent. What a mixture of

new names and old favorites. There’s a little bit ofsomething for everyone.

Bring your money and be prepared to buy yourfavorite artist. Oh, heck, don’t buy just one. Buy two orthree or as many as you can afford.

It’s your opportunity to be mentored by aphotographer of your choice and learn as much as youcan. It’s a close encounter.

Learn from the best about: Photoshop & Lightroom,Baby & Children’s Portraiture, The Business Behind thePhotography and much, much more.

A portion of the proceeds from the funds raised willgo towards helping to support the VPPA, it’s ScholarshipFund and its sponsored charities. Last year a total of over$5,000.00 was awarded in scholarships.

Jeanette Burkle • Lisa CarterCathy Benton • Jessica Robertson

Shannon Turner



she has already submitted one application and the required images and since her membership will fall under DavidLee’s studio, it can be considered complete. A Motion was made and carried to approve the membership.

Executive Secretary’s Report - as presented by Renny Cave• Renny emphasized the importance of the Governors being present at all meetings, greeting all members and guests,

bringing applications to every meeting and representing the district and VPPA in general in the best possible light.They are charged with making it as easy as possible for photographers to apply for membership. Renny asked theGovernors to reach out to members who haven’t yet paid their dues and requested that they check in with themand see if they can encourage them to retain their memberships. She mentioned to the Governors that they mustbe sure to keep the District Secretaries apprised of all new and removed members in order to keep their email listscurrent.

• Renny stated that PPA affiliations for the districts should have been completed by Dec. 31st. If a Governor has notyet submitted this paperwork, he/she should contact Cinnamon Draper at PPA asap so that all districts are affiliatedand able to issue merits to speakers and judges in their districts.

• Concerns were addressed over district affiliations with PPA not being submitted in a timely fashion, and thepossibility of reconsidering the current process of affiliation renewals. Renny was asked to contact PPA to seewhether there might be another option for this policy that may reduce the instances of lapsed affiliations.

• Renny discussed the importance of Governors knowing their responsibilities and doing their jobs. Any officer whoneglects their duties can be removed. She pointed out that the President takes the responsibility for initiating thisaction.

District Governors’ Reports – presented in written form• All district reports were complete, except Tidewater which only presented a Treasurer’s Report. A Motion was made

and carried to accept all Reports as presented.Convention 2013- as presented by Jim Carpenter• Jim discussed the tradeshow booths that have currently committed. The list of tradeshow vendors is attached to the

permanent minutes. Jim stated that David Maheu has donated a backdrop and that this will make an excellent raffleitem.

• Jim reported that Gordon Kreplin’s pre-convention program already has 7 registrants. • The Convention postcards, unfortunately, were printed with incorrect dates on them. Kevin Hurley stated that he

printed 70 registration forms in order to get them into people’s hands and the dates on the postcards can be easilycorrected with a marker.

• T-shirts promoting the Convention were available for sale with women’s sizes offered this year. $20 was decided forthe selling price.

• Renny mentioned that even though it wasn’t listed on the Convention schedule, there will be an 8 a.m. boardmeeting on the Tuesday of Convention.

• Jim asked whether we decided to have a tradeshow booth for VPPA to promote ourselves, as mentioned by DavidLee Michaels at the last Board meeting. Renny stated that it was decided at the last meeting that this would be setup alongside the registration desk for the duration of the Convention.

• Jim encouraged those attending PPA Imaging in January to try to encourage people to attend our Convention andto participate in our association.

• Kevin Hurley asked whether Jim has been able to keep to the budget. Jim stated that he is possibly over budget, buthasn’t accounted for the money that will be coming in for the Photographers’ Auction, raffles, etc.

Convention 2014 – as presented by Stephanie Adams• Stephanie stated that she plans to contact more speakers. Her goal involves getting as much as possible done by

June.• Sharon Younce encouraged Stephanie to put something in the PPA magazine announcing the dates of the 2014

convention. Convention 2015 – as presented by Tracy McGee• Tracy has begun putting out feelers for speakers through some of her PPA and various state contacts. She has

mentioned the 2015 convention to the vendors with whom she has a working relationship. There will be anEgyptian theme for the 2015 convention.

Seminar Report – as presented by Robert Harris• Robert Harris stated that they are trying to decide who is doing what for the Seminar and that they will discuss this

and have the information ready for the convention. He was urged to select the hotel and set the dates as soon aspossible and to publicize it as soon and as often as possible.

Ethics Committee Report – as presented by Renny Cave for Fred Powell • Renny reported that Fred informed her of one issue that has been brought to the attention of the Ethics Committee.

The committee has taken steps to handle it. Fred will inform the Board if any action is necessary.Finance/Audit Committee Report – as presented by Kevin Hurley• Kevin reported that the Finance Committee hasn’t yet met, but he indicated that the number of rooms being

comped for VPPA officers and the amount being paid for the Past Presidents’ dinner need to be addressed. • Another suggestion concerns the registration fee paid by PPA and SEPPA members who wish to attend our

Convention. It was suggested that Kevin meet with the Finance Committee and come up with a proposal to addressthese topics.

• Don Aittama mentioned that moving the Convention to Roanoke benefited the association because of thedecreased fees. He stated his concerns about the increase in charges for the 2014 and 2015 conventions if themembership continues to decline.

• Kevin stated that he has contacted all new VPPA members personally, and he reiterated Renny’s statement aboutthe importance of having the Governors also reach out to contact all new members in their districts.

• Don requested that Jim use the same type of format this year that Kevin used to report the Convention expenseslast year.

Print Salon Report – as presented by Pat Hansen• Pat stated that John Shipman from PA is the final judge who has been procured for the 2013 convention. Pat

remarked that she will be sending out an email reminding members that their membership dues must be paid inorder to participate in print competition.

• Pat doesn’t anticipate any major changes in the rules. She introduced Wolfgang Jasper as her associate. She andWolfgang will be meeting to go over all the equipment, software, etc to be sure it is in order prior to the Convention.They will look over the current rules to determine whether or not any rules are needed.

• Pat stated that a letter will go out to the judges this month.continued on page 34

VPPA Fall SeminarSeptember 8-10, 2012

Crown Plaza Hotel,Williamsburg, Virginia

Photos by Don Aittama

The Fall Seminar was hosted by theTidewater District in Williamsburg, Virginia, atthe Crown Plaza Hotel at Fort Magruder. BobbyThigpen, Tidewater District Governor chaired theevent, with the other three District Governors —Bobby Carlsen, Blue Ridge; James Cook, Capital;and Don Aittama, Northern, serving on theCommittee. A good time was had by all whoattended. Some of the speakers included: AdrianHenson, Cathy Benton, Anthony Rumley, DonAittama, Jeanette Burkle, Jim Carpenter, BruceMuncy and Charles Lawson.


Editor’s Corner . . . continued from page 2


VPPA Membership Group Photo: Monday Night, Feb. 25th,6:00 p.m. – Hotel Lobby

President’s Reception & Awards Banquet: Monday Night, Feb. 25th,7:00 p.m. -10:30 p.m.

Grand Door Prize Drawing: Tuesday, Feb. 26th, 1:00 p.m. –You MUST be present to win.

Now, for all you animals who want to learn a whole lot of stuff soyou can be one of those wild and crazy photographers, Jim Carpenter,our Convention Chairperson, has a whole lot of expert talent justwaiting to share their wild jungle stories and safari experiences with us.

Gordon Kreplin “Walk Into the Light” –pre-registration required

William Albert Allard “National Geographic Photographer”Jeff Lubin “Children’s Portraiture”Vanessa Joy & Rob Adams “Photo Video Fusion”Randy McNeilly “Renaissance of the Portrait

Photographer”Don Aittama “Pocket Wizards and Radio Poppers”Bruce & Brian Muncy “Your Business, Your Life”Mary Jean Campanelli “Corel Painter and Beyond”Joe Campanellie “Walk on the Wild Side”Pat Hansen & Judges “Print Critique”John Warters “Commercial Photography for the

Portrait Photographer.”Michael & Tina Timmons “Creativity Revisited”Lora Yeater “High School Seniors”Tim & Beverly Walden “Art, Passion and Purpose”Stephanie Adams will be the person in charge of the Registration

Desk this year at the Convention. If you have not already done so,please take a few minutes right now to fill out your Registration Formand drop it in the mail. OR, you can also register on line. We’re tryingto make it as easy for you as possible. Please pay especially closeattention to the meal functions. If is very important for us to get anaccurate head count for cost/expense reasons. Remember: You have toregister if you want to attend the convention. If you did not receive aRegistration flier in the mail, forms can be downloaded from the VPPAwebsite at: www.vppa.org. Please, pre-register. Things will be so mucheasier AND FASTER for you when you arrive at the Registration Deskif you've already pre-registered. A Packet with your name on it will beready and waiting for you at the Desk. Stephanie will have had time tocheck the spelling of your name, your degrees, your committee ribbons,and whether or not you've filled out and registered for the properfunctions. Please, do this now and save yourself a lot of time at theRegistration Desk.

Last year at our Convention, thousands of dollars worth ofScholarship money and door prizes were awarded. Many of ourScholarships are by application process and others are by drawing.Forms to register for some of these scholarships can now be found online at the VPPA website. Here is a list of just a few of some of the more-well known scholarships.• Polly Frye Scholarship - This scholarship pays tribute to ourExecutive Secretary Polly Frye. Polly is a Past VPPA President and hasbeen a member of our Association for over 60 years. She has receivedevery honor the Association can bestow, including a Life Membership.This is a $1,000.00 scholarship and is drawn at the end of theConvention.• VPPA Memorial Scholarship - This scholarship was begun in1988 with funds generated from contributions in memory of W.E.A.'Billy' Moore, a past President of the VPPA. This a $750.00 scholarshipand the winner is announced at the convention awards banquet.• Gary ‘King’ Carter Scholarship - This is a $500.00 scholarshipestablished in 1999 with a bequest from the estate of Gary Carter. Thisscholarship is limited to only those persons who have been Active orAdditional Active members of the VPPA 3 years or less. Newermembers are notified of their eligibility to receive this scholarship.Those interested must fill out and return a post card signifying theirinterest in receiving the scholarship. The winner is announced at the

To all of you ole’ timers who have enteredprints in competition this year at the VPPA

Convention – this is a Reminder; AND, to all of you who are new thisyear to print competition – Listen UP -

After you have received all of those fantastic BLUE RIBBONSthis year, the next step is for you to package them up and send them on toSEPPA (South Eastern Professional Photographers’ Association) which isscheduled to be held in Athens, Georgia, April 13th – April 16th, 2013.

The way it works is: If your print receives a Seal of Approval atSEPPA, it will receive an automatic Print Merit from PPA. This willhappen ONLY, however, if you send your prints on to the National PPAJudging that is scheduled to be held this summer, usually in early June, inPhoenix, Arizona.

If you enter your prints at Convention on the State level, atSEPPA 2013 in Athens, GA, and then send them on to PPA, threedifferent panels will have had an opportunity to judge and critique yourimages. What a great way to learn how to become a better photographer.Now keep in mind, if one of the prints submitted at State level or atSEPPA doesn’t score well, trade it out for a different print before sendingyour entries on to PPA. It’s a difference judging panel and they might likea different print better. Print competition forms can be down loaded online at SEPPA’s website: www.4SEPPA.com

If you have any questions or if I can assist you in any way, pleasedo not hesitate to contact me at: 757-491-9111 or by e-mail at:[email protected].

I’m not sure if I will be flying, driving or reving up that black &yellow Harley for a road trip; but however I get there, I want to see YOUthere. Athens, Georgia, April 10th – 14th – BE THERE!

From the Desk of:Robert Holman, M. Photog. Cr., FP, CPPVirginia SEPPA Representative

SEPPA 2013


Virginia’s Degrees & Award RecipientsNATIONAL AWARD

Presented By STATE OF VIRGINIA1958 * Ralph Bray Lexington1959 * Hugh W. Tribble Portsmouth (Westfield, NJ)1960 * Wendell B. Powell Richmond1961 Van P. Moore Richmond (Greenville, SC)1963 * Margo Kent Staunton1965 * Robert A. Dementi Richmond1966 Polly Frye Keezletown1968 William S. McIntosh Virginia Beach1969 * Archie McDearmid Virginia Beach1970 Irby N. Hollans, Jr. Richmond (Arlington)1971 * J. David Woody Bristol

Patricia Woody Bristol1972 * W.E.A. “Billy” Moore Suffolk1973 Esther Bunch Virginia Beach1974 Arthur Cournoyer Salem1975 * George Ambrester Lanexa1976 * David B. McClung Lexington1977 * Phil Rich Alexandria1978 Carlton O’Neal Newport News (Carrollton, VA)1980 Tony Christiana Catlett1981 James W. Taylor Waynesboro1982 Jayne Opfer Benson, NC1983 Phil Aull Charlotte, NC

Haroldine Aull Charlotte, NC1984 * Nancy Justice Fairfax1985 * Robert Opfer Benson, NC1986 * Aubrey Whitenack Richmond1987 Lewis Longest Richmond1988 * Jesse Pennell Richmond1989 * Paul Huffman Richmond1990 Mike Kessler Roanoke1991 Renny Cave Richmond1992 Randy Pearce Mechanicsville1993 * Troy Justice Fairfax1994 Ray Leahy Mt. Rainier, MD1995 Kent Saunders Chesapeake1996 Gene Campbell Forest1997 James & Wanda Crawford Covington1998 Mollie Isaacs Alexandria1999 Glenna Taylor Waynesboro2000 Pat Hansen Alexandria2001 Marian Linett Virginia Beach2002 Judith Whitmore Stafford2003 Robert Holman Virginia Beach2004 Bill Piacesi Dulles2005 John Warters Newport News2006 James Mitchell Moneta2007 Kitty Pugh Virginia Beach2008 Fred Powell Hanover2009 * Bruce Hobbs Chesapeake2010 Bill Garrett Danville2011 * Richard Whitmore (posthumously) Stafford2012 Shelba Powell Lake Wales, FL

SEPPA BOARD OF GOVERNOR’SAWARD RECIPIENTS

1985 * Paul Huffman Richmond1985 * J. David Woody Bristol1985 * Patricia Woody Bristol1987 Randy Pearce Mechanicsville1989 * Archie McDearmid Virginia Beach1991 Mike Kessler Roanoke1993 Tony Christiana Catlett1993 Polly Frye Keezletown1995 Renny Cave Richmond1997 Arthur Cournoyer Salem1999 Robert Holman Virginia Beach1999 James Crawford Covington2003 Fred Powell Hanover2005 Bill Piacesi Dulles2007 Greg Finney Abingdon2007 Kitty Pugh Virginia Beach2009 Bruce Hobbs Chesapeake2009 Pat Hansen Kill Devil Hills, NC2011 Anthony Rumley Richmond

PPA PASTPRESIDENTS*Hugh Tribble*Archie McDearmid

ApprovedPhotographic

Instructor (API)Marian LinettMichael Linett

Fred Powell

Electronic ImagingCertified (EIC)

Beverly Toves

Master of ElectronicImaging (MEI)

Pat HansenMollie IsaacsBeverly Toves

SEPPA PAST PRESIDENTS* Hugh Tribble Portsmouth (Westfield, NJ)* Archie McDearmid Virginia Beach* J. David Woody Bristol

Arthur Cournoyer SalemTony Christiana Catlett

SEPPA AWARD RECIPIENTS1983 Mike Kessler Roanoke1984 *J. David Woody Bristol1985 *Paul Huffman Richmond1986 Randy Pearce Mechanicsville1987 Lewis Longest Richmond1988 Ray Southard Danville1989 Patricia Woody Bristol1990 Renny Cave Richmond1991 Tony Christiana Catlett1992 Arthur Cournoyer Salem1993 Polly Frye Keezletown1994 *Archie McDearmid Virginia Beach1995 Rosalie Cournoyer Salem1996 James & Wanda Crawford Covington1997 Bill Piacesi Culpepper1998 Fred & Shelba Powell Hanover1999 Mollie Isaacs Alexandria2000 Robert Holman Virginia Beach2001 Kitty Pugh Virginia Beach2002 Pat Hansen Alexandria2003 John Warters Newport News2004 James Mitchell Moneta2005 Bruce Hobbs Chesapeake2006 Cathy Benton Portsmouth2007 Jim Carpenter Charlottesville2008 Pete Wright Richmond2009 Anthony Rumley Richmond2010 Charles Hartman Portsmouth2011 Kevin Hurley Roanoke2012 David Lee Michaels Roanoke

NATIONAL DEGREESMaster of Photography &Photographic Craftsman

(M. Photog., Cr.)

Jeff BowmanJim Carpenter

Tony ChristianaMary Fisk-Taylor

Keith ForrestPolly Frye

Priscilla GoodRodney GoodRobert Good

Patricia HansenRobert HarrisJamie Hayes

Robert HolmanMollie Isaacs

Suna LeeMarian Linett

Jeff LubinWilliam S. McIntosh

Bruce MuncyCarlton O’Neal

Bill PiacesiAnthony Rumley

Mary Ann StagnerBeverly Toves

Shannon TurnerJohn WartersPete Wright

CertifiedProfessional

Photographer(CPP)

Don AittamaBarbi BarnumCathy BentonTeresa BernardBobby Carlsen

James CarpenterLisa CarterErin Clark

Rebecca ClarkAnne Companion

James CookSharon Davidson

Rick DawsonMary Fisk-Taylor

Stephanie Garr AdamsEric Green

Ritchie GregoryRobert HerrmanRobert Holman

Stephen KancianicCharles Lawson

Suna LeeClements Mayes

Connie McDearmidDavid Lee Michaels

Don MonteauxKitty Pugh

Rosanne RainvilleAnthony Rumley

Fred SergioMichael Sink

Shannon TurnerLiz Vance

Sandra Worrell

Master ofPhotography

(M. Photog.)

Stephanie AdamsMorris Burchette

Susan CecilBob Cohen

Kevin HurleyJeff KaiserLes Miller

Don MonteauxRosanne Rainville

PhotographicCraftsman(Photog. Cr.)Cathy BentonBobby Carlsen

Lisa CarterRenny Cave

Arthur CournoyerRick DawsonBill Garrett

Mike KesslerMichael LinettRandy PearceS. Fred Powell

Kitty PughKent Saunders

Fred SergioElizabeth Vance

*Deceased


Virginia’s Degrees & Award Recipients

LIFE MEMBERSHIPS1976 Polly Frye Keezeltown1981 Dora Tribble Virginia Beach1986 Carlton O’Neal Newport News (Carrollton)1990 Ray Leahy Mt. Ranier, MD1990 Ray Southard Danville1991 Morris Burchette Norton1991 Gene Campbell Lynchburg1993 Colbert Howell Raleigh, NC1994 James Taylor Waynesboro1994 Glenna Taylor Waynesboro1996 Renny Cave Richmond1997 Tony Christiana Catlett1998 Arthur Cournoyer Salem1999 Randy Pearce Mechanicsville2000 Judith Whitmore Stafford2001 Richard Aufenger Norfolk2001 Mike Kessler Roanoke2001 Joeseph Schultz Newport News2001 Kenneth Saunders North Carolina2002 Jayne Opfer North Carolina2002 B.J. Longest Richmond2002 Lewis Longest Richmond2007 Jim Crawford Covington2007 Fred Powell Hanover2008 Mollie Isaacs Kill Devil Hills, NC2008 Pat Hansen Kill Devil Hills, NC2009 Robert Holman Virginia Beach2009 Kitty Pugh Virginia Beach2010 Bill Piacesi Memphis, TN

19?? * A.W. Orpin19?? * Fred Hamblin19?? * Billy Lum19?? * A.L. “Tony” Dementi19?? * W.E. “Happy” Cheyne19?? * Ralph Holsinger1941 * Andy McClung1942 * David Kent1945 * Foster Orpin1947 * Francis Hermann1950 * Robert A. Dementi1951 * Wendell Powell1952 Carlton O’Neal1953 * Lewis Allen1954 * Arthur Clarke1955 * Hugh W. Tribble1956 * Phil Rich1957 * Lewis G. Berry1958 * Margo Kent1959 * Herman Boaz1960 * Van Moore1961 William McIntosh1962 * W.E.A. “Billy” Moore1963 Gene Campbell1964 Polly Frye1965 Raymond Cournoyer1966 * Jim Gentry1967 * Archie McDearmid1968 Morris Burchette1969 Al Cothran1970 * J. David Woody1971 Arthur Cournoyer1972 Irby N. Hollans, Jr.1973 * John H. Smith1974 * James Chandler1975 James W. Taylor1976 Tony Christiana

VIRGINIA AWARD RECIPIENTSPRESIDENT

1964 Wayne Conner Pulaski P. Frye1965 Arthur Cournoyer Salem R. Cournoyer1966 Irby N. Hollins, Jr. Richmond J. Gentry1967 * Patricia Woody Bristol A. McDearmid1968 * James Chandler Suffolk M. Burchette1969 * Troy Justice Fairfax A. Cothran1970 James Taylor Waynesboro D. Woody1971 * Ray Hash Petersburg A. Cournoyer1972 Esther Bunch Virginia Beach I. Hollans1973 * Archie McDearmid Virginia Beach J. Smith1974 Polly Frye Keezletown J. Chandler1975 * David McClung Lexington J. Taylor1976 * John H. Smith Virginia Beach T. Christiana1977 Al Cothran Quinton, FL P. Woody1978 * Nancy Justice Fairfax T. Christiana1979 * Jesse Pennell Richmond L. Longest1980 Carlton O’Neal Newport News K. Saunders1981 * Robert A. Dementi Richmond N. Justice1982 * Aubrey Whitenack Richmond P. Huffman1983 Lynwood Atkins Roanoke R. Pearce1984 Kent Saunders Chesapeake M. Kessler1985 Renny Cave Richmond P. McDearmid1986 John Westervelt Winchester M. Hatcher1987 Glenna Taylor Waynesboro R. Good1988 * J. David Woody Bristol R. Riddle1989 B. J. Longest Richmond R. Cave1990 Ray Leahy Mt. Rainer, MD G. Carter1991 Lewis Longest Richmond J. Kelley1992 * Gary Carter Roanoke T. Penrose1993 * Richard Whitmore Stafford M. Isaacs1993 Judith Whitmore Stafford M. Isaacs1994 John Warters Newport News J. Crawford1995 Kitty Pugh Virginia Beach R. Holman1996 Mollie Isaacs Alexandria P. Hansen1997 Patricia Hansen Alexandria J. Whitmore1998 Marian Linett Virginia Beach J. Schultz1999 Shelba Powell Hanover F. Powell2000 Cathy Benton Portsmouth J. Warters2001 Tony Christiana Catlett B. Piacesi2002 Fred Powell Hanover J. Mitchell2003 Doug Graves Chesapeake B. Hobbs2004 Charles Hartman Portsmouth C. Benton2005 Jim Carpenter Charlottesville D. Graves2006 Robert Holman Virginia Beach K. Pugh2007 Mary Fisk-Taylor Richmond P. Meinen2008 Bill Piacesi Fredericksburg A. Rumley2009 * Randy Searle (posthumously) Williamsburg B. Piacesi2010 Deborah Woodson Danville W. Garrett2011 Cary Philbrick Powhatan S. Younce2012 Kevin Hurley Roanoke S. Younce

VPPA PAST PRESIDENTS

VIRGINIA DEGREESFellow of

Photography(FP)

Allen AustinCathy BentonJeff Bowman

Morris BurchetteJames Carpenter

Susan CecilTony Christiana

Bob CohenArthur Cournoyer

James CrawfordDebra Curtis

Mary Fisk-TaylorKeith Forrest

Eva-Kersti FreyssPolly Frye

Bill GarrettPriscilla GoodRobert GoodRodney GoodPat Hansen

Robert HarrisJamie Hayes

Jeannie Hobbs-KlinkRobert HolmanKevin HurleyMollie IsaacsMike KesslerKathy Kupka

Ray LeahySuna Lee

Marian LinettMichael Linett

Lewis Longest, Jr.Jeff Lubin

Joseph LustConnie McDearmidWilliam S. McIntosh

Don MonteauxBruce Muncy

Carlton O’NealRandy Pearce

Bill PiacesiFred Powell

“Slick” ReevesAnthony Rumley

Ray SouthardRichard St. Peter

Mary Ann StagnerJennifer Stoneman

Beverly TovesShannon Turner

John WartersShirley WhitenackJudith Whitmore

Pete WrightSharon Younce

Associate Fellow ofPhotography

(AFP)

Stephanie Garr AdamsLisa Akers

Teresa BernardJulia Bowman

Jeanette Burkle,Bobby Carlsen

Lisa CarterRenny Cave

Rebecca ClarkJames CookEarl DashiellDon GardnerBill GarrettEric Green

Ritchie GregoryCharles HartmanMargie HatcherDoug HinckleyRalph HousdenWolfgang Jasper

Jeff KaiserKathy Kupka

Charles LawsonDavid LillyJim MarkeyLester Miller

Joe MossBrian Muncy

Joe ParkerShelba Powell

Kitty PughRosanne RainvilleJessica Robertson

Jim SaundersKent Saunders, Jr.Joeseph SchultzJohn Westervelt

*Deceased

1977 * Esther Bunch1977 * Patricia Woody1978 Tony Christiana1979 Lewis H. Longest1980 Kenneth H. Saunders, Jr.1981 * Paul Huffman1982 * Nancy Starkey Justice1983 J. Randolph Pearce1984 Mike Kessler1985 * Polly McDearmid1986 Michael Hatcher1987 Robert W. Good1988 Rodger D. Riddle1989 Renny Cave1990 * Gary D. Carter1991 James Kelley1992 T.T. Penrose, III1993 Mollie Isaacs1994 James Crawford1995 Robert Holman1996 Patricia Hansen1997 Judith Whitmore1998 Joseph Schultz1999 Fred Powell2000 John Warters2001 Bill Piacesi2002 James Mitchell2003 * Bruce Hobbs2004 Cathy Benton2005 Doug Graves2006 Kitty Pugh2007 Pat Meinen2008 Anthony Rumley2009 Bill Piacesi2010 William “Bill” Garrett2011 Sharon Younce2012 Sharon Younce



• Last year no one on the Print Committee ate much of the food provided, so this year only drinks will be madeavailable.

• Pat announced that she was approached to judge at Nationals in 2014, and that she hopes to see many entriesfrom VPPA members.

• Pat mentioned that the print committee needs a light meter for the upcoming print competition. Jim statedthat he can locate one for the print committee to use.

• Jim inquired about the possibility of VPPA allowing digital entries for print competition. Pat stated that PPAhad previously said that as soon as they “got all of the bugs out” of their process, they were going to make theirequipment and processes available to the state affiliations. They have not yet done this, so some states havenow implemented their own systems. Pat predicted that if we were to allow digital entries, we would see moreinterest in participating in print competition.

Magazine Report- as presented by Kitty Pugh• Kitty reported that the magazine is at the printers, but that a few changes could still be made. Millers

Professional Imaging will have the inside front cover and the Convention has the back cover. Kitty stated thatmembers receiving PPA degrees and credentials need to make her aware of this because PPA will not.

Website Report – as presented by Sharon Davidson for David Lee Michaels • Sharon reported that updated information regarding the Convention is on the website. Members can now

register online. She also reported that David Lee has been testing an iphone app that will show programschedules and, if it works, it can also be used for district meetings and Seminars. Because of all of his help,David Lee would like to have the iphoto company’s logo and info on our website and to display the iphotoinformation at the Convention. A Motion was made and carried to give Jim Cook with MyPhotoApp acorporate membership.

• Sharon reported that 13 registrations have been received online with 7 of those registrants having alsoregistered for the pre-con class.

• Sharon reported that David Lee was approved to be our CPP liaison. A CPP exam has been scheduled forconvention and David Lee would also like to schedule one to be held during the Seminar. Sharon also reportedthat the CPP award has been ordered.

Membership Report – as presented by Sharon Davidson for David Lee Michaels• Nothing to report. Library Report – as presented by Tracy McGee for Eric Green• Tracy reported that the report for the Library reflected a previous account balance of $494.16, a decrease of

$10 for bank fees and a final ending balance for this period of $484.16. • Tracy reported that there was one member who had not yet returned a very overdue DVD, “Photographing

Models”, and owes the replacement cost of $163 and a late fee of $60. She also reported that one other memberhad not yet paid her late fee of $60. Kevin stated that he would contact the members about their late fees.

Appointed Committee Reports:Registration Committee Report – as presented by Kevin Hurley• Kevin stated that nothing has been done as of yet regarding SEPPA and PPA registration fees. This will be

addressed in the summer. Degree Committee Report – as presented by Kevin Hurley • Kevin discussed the degree committee’s feelings on the need to offer a service degree for someone who puts so

much into the organization, but who doesn’t participate in print competition. The committee also discussedthe need to make it less difficult to earn credits towards our state degrees in order to encourage people to remainactive and avoid getting discouraged. Kevin has frequently been told that Virginia is a difficult state in whichto earn a degree. This might be viewed as very discouraging to those who otherwise wish to participate.

• Kevin also discussed replacing the stars awarded after earning the medallions with bars. This suggestion wasbased on comments from members who have complained that the stars frequently break.

Term Limit Committee Report – as presented by Stephanie Adams• No report.Old Business - No old business was presented to discuss.New Business:• Robert Harris brought up the desirability of increasing VPPA’s online presence by sending out something

similar to SEPPA’s monthly online magazine, perhaps quarterly. Renny suggested that while this is beingconsidered, perhaps the district newsletters should be mass emailed out instead of having David Lee send outan email announcing that each is online. Renny made a Motion and it was carried to send all of the newslettersout to the membership

• Robert indicated that the District Secretaries now need to send in their newsletters in a timely fashion to DavidLee so that he can put them together and send them all out at once.

• Kevin requested a volunteer to look into organizing this. Robert Harris volunteered. Kevin will call this theonline magazine committee. Names of other members were suggested for consideration as members of thecommittee.

• Tracy McGee inquired about the possibility of offering an album in which all of the Blue and Red, or Blue,Red, and White ribbon prints from the VPPA annual print competition would appear. It would be similar tothe one PPA offers for the Loan Collection and the Showcase book. These albums could be pre-purchased andpaid for in advance, so there would be no loss to the association. Tracy agreed to get some quotes together andto share the details at a future meeting.

• Wolfgang mentioned the VPPA trailer in his backyard that currently only houses a turntable and was curiousto know if the association would like to make better use of this trailer. He was told that the trailer is acontinuing issue for the Board. The print committee planned to increase the amount of items stored in it afterthis Convention.

PPA Report - Nothing to reportSEPPA Report – as presented by Robert Holman• Robert stated that SEPPA will be held April 10 -14, 2013 in Athens, Georgia.Future Board Meetings• The next VPPA Board meeting will be held at Convention on Friday evening, Feb 22, 2013, at 5:30 p.m. at

the Holiday Inn in Roanoke.• A Motion was made and carried to Adjourn.

Awards Banquet.• Archie McDearmid Scholarship - This scholarshiphonors Tidewater District member, Past VPPA President,Past SEPPA President and Past PPA President ArchieMcDearmid. Archie passed away in 2010 but was a long-time member of the VPPA. He always had a twinkle in hiseye, enjoyed serving our organization and mentoring newmembers. This is a $750.00 scholarship and the winner isannounced at the awards banquet.• Carlton O’Neal Scholarship – This Scholarship wasoriginally funded by the Joseph Lust Foundation andcontinues to be sustained by general scholarship funds.This Scholarship honors a Past President and long timemember of the Tidewater District. Carlton has been amentor to many aspiring photographers by encouragingthe development of both the artistic and the businessaspects of the profession. This is a $750.00 scholarship andthe winner is announced at the awards banquet.• Bruce Hobbs Scholarship - This Scholarship wasfounded and continues to be funded by many of thepeople who have benefited over the years from Bruce’sguidance, counsel and support. Mentoring was been a veryimportant part of Bruce’s life. Bruce passed away in June,201l; but his philosophy was to always help others in theirpursuit of this profession. This is a $500.00 Scholarshipand is awarded at the end of the Convention.

Our Convention will again be one day shorter thisyear in an effort to help our organization save a littlemoney and lessen the burden of expense for hotelrooms/meals, etc. on our membership. A great deal of careand thought went into re-arranging things in order tomake sure you, our membership, still have access to a lotof great quality programming, fun events and networkingopportunities. This year’s Convention is cram packedwith speakers. There is something for everyone. NoExcuses!

If you can’t attend the whole Convention, then pickout a day or two; but do what you can and come spendsome time with your friends and fellow photographyassociates. Thousands of dollars in door prizes, auctionitems and big discounts will be given away. Come ‘Take aWalk on the Wild Side’. Come ‘Let Your Hair Down andBe an Animal’. You might scare up a door prize or two oreven take home the Grand Door Prize which will be givenaway on Tuesday at the end of the Convention.Remember, you must be present to win though. Don’t bea BEAR and stay home all winter hibernating!

Editor’s Corner . . . continued from page 31


MARK YOUR CALENDARSApr. 13 -16, 2013 - SEPPA 2013 to be held in Athens, Georgia, at the ClassicConvention Center. For more information contact Robert Holman, Virginia’s SEPPARep., at: (757) 491-9111 or by e-mail at: [email protected] or go on to SEPPA’s websiteat: www.4SEPPA.org.Mar. 11, 2013 - Blue Ridge District Monthly Meeting to be held at David LeeMichaels’ studio in Roanoke. Sue Rakes will present a program on Outdoor LocationPhotography. For more information, contact: Sharon Davidson, Blue Ridge DistrictGovernor, at: (540) 314-5600 or by e-mail at: [email protected] Seminar - The Capital District will host the VPPA Fall/Summer Seminar. Theexact date and location are still to be determined. For more information contact yourlocal Governor or Capital District Governor Robert Harris at: (804) 276-1200 or by e-mail at: [email protected]. 21 – 25, 2014 - VPPA Annual Convention to be held in Richmond, Virginia,at the Sheraton Richmond Park South Hotel, in Richmond. For more information,contact Stephanie Adams by telephone at: (804) 477-6617 or by e-mail [email protected]. 20-14, 2015 - VPPA Annual Convention to be held in Richmond, Virginia, atthe Sheraton Richmond Park South Hotel, in Richmond. The Convention will havean Egyptian theme. For more information, contact Tracy McGee by telephone at:(757) 382-9537 or by e-mail at: [email protected] more information regarding District Programs, contact the following individuals:Blue Ridge District Governor: Sharon Davidson at (540) 314-5600Capital District Governor: Robert Harris at (804) 276-1200Northern District Governor: Elizabeth Baily at (540) 429-3686Tidewater District Governor: Keith Forrest at (757) 464-68006

Treasurer’s Report 31 October 2012

General Investment ScholarshipFund Fund Funds Totals

Cash:Checking Accounts 12,733.58 4,085.60 16,819.18CD’s: 25,510.52 25,510.52Investments 22,961.75 22,961.75Accounts Receivable -

Monthly payments 246.60 246.60Deposits 1,000.00 1,000.00Due to Scholarship Fund (3,570.35) 3,570.35Fixed Assets 21,706.00 21,706.00Accumulated Depreciation (14,460.00) (14,460.00)

TOTAL ASSETS 17,655.83 22,961.75 33,166.47 73,784.05

Deferred Dues Income 4,290.00 4,290.00Fund Balances, Beginning 11,756.59 21,017.41 37,411.72 70,185.72Net Change in Fund Balance 1,609.24 1,944.34 (4,245.25) (691.67)

TOTAL FUND BALANCES 17,655.83 22,961.75 33,166.47 73,784.05

Virginia Professional Photographers AssociationStatement of Cash Reciepts and Disbursements

Year Ended October 31, 2012IncomeConvention 22,518.66 22,518.66Membership Dues 42,929.86 42,929.86Other Income 3,013.61 1,944.34 522.75 5,510.70

TOTAL INCOME 68,462.13 1,944.34 552.75 70,959.22

ExpenseConvention 28,465.17 28,465.17General and Administrative 22,353.37 22,353.37Depreciation 2,013.00 2,013.00District Rebates 2,141.50 2,141.50Memorials 100.00 100.00PPA and SEPA Dues 1,854.00 1,854.00Summer Seminar 3,478.01 3,478.01VPPA Directory 865.72 865.72VPPA Magazine 5,582.12 5,582.12

Scholarships 4,798.00 4,798.00

TOTAL EXPENSE 66, 852.89 4,798.00 71,650.89

Net Change in Fund balance 1,609.24 1,944.34 (4,245.25) (691.67)

Respectfully submitted by Don Aittama Treasury Assistantfor Polly Frye, Exective Treasurer

COVER NOTEby Kevin Hurley, M Photog., FP

Low Mileage will be an image that will be with me forever.This is the print that earned me my final print merit for my Masters. Itook the photo in the back yard of the studio last winter as the sun waswarming the frozen truck. I’ve walked by that truck thousands of times.It was the combination of the steam and condensation that drew my eyeto the speedometer that day. I photographed the truck with a NikonD300 and a 24-70mm lens.

“Low Mileage”

Life is like a camera. Just focus on what is importantand capture the good times. Develop from the negative and ifthings don’t work out, just take another shot!


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Persons wishing to submit articles, with or withoutphotographs, for publication in the magazine are welcome to do so.All articles will be reviewed for content and printed on a spaceavailable basis. The editor reserves the right to decline and/or editall articles. All articles/correspondence should be sent to the Editor.Articles appearing in the Virginia Professional Photographer reflectthe opinion of the writer and do not necessarily reflect the opinionof the Editor or the VPPA.

NOTICE TO ALL MEMBERS:Any and all Changes or Corrections to your mailing address, your

e-mail address or other membership information posted to theVPPA website should be sent to:

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Website, Facebook page, Twitter or other VPPA media sites,please contact:

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2013Fall Seminar

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Exact Date & Locationare still to be determined

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