Inspired by Nature Melissa Fleming’s presentation follows the evolution of her nature-based photography and artwork, which parallels her interest in and concern for the natural world. Melissa Fleming is an artist and writer focused on nature and the environment. Her artwork, which has been exhibited, published, and collected internationally, is largely an exploration of the transientContinue reading “February 21, 6:30pm (in person and via Zoom) – Melissa Fleming”
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Important News from the Board
Meeting Registration Advanced registration via the Eventbrite platform is required for all meetings. We are using Eventbrite to collect donations for all meetings and suggest a contribution of $8.00 which will be charged at the time you make your reservation. All meetings, including in-person meetings, will be broadcast via Zoom. We will send Zoom linksContinue reading “Important News from the Board”
Members’ Night, Wednesday, January 31, 6:30 pm (Zoom only)
Our first meeting of the new year will be a Members’ Night, held on Zoom. You may submit up to 8 nature-themed images. Format each as a JPEG file, sRGB format at 72 pixels per inch, with 1920 pixels on the long side. Note that the recommended format has changed since our last meeting toContinue reading “Members’ Night, Wednesday, January 31, 6:30 pm (Zoom only)”
December 27, 6:30pm (via Zoom only) – Jennifer Leigh Warner
Putting Your Images to Work Is photographing wildlife and landscapes enough for nature photographers or could we put our images to work to preserve the species we care about? Jennifer Leigh Warner will describe how photographs have the power to promote positive change and create policies to impact wildlife conservation. She will share stories ofContinue reading “December 27, 6:30pm (via Zoom only) – Jennifer Leigh Warner”
Important News from the Board
Meeting Location For the remainder of this season, we will hold in-person meetings at the Soho Photo Gallery, located at 15 White Street (below Canal Street), in Manhattan. See the About page for map and directions. All meetings begin at 6:30 pm. Eventbrite for Meeting Registration We are now using the reservation/ticketing system Eventbrite forContinue reading “Important News from the Board”
November 29, 6:30 pm (in-person & via Zoom) – Don Riepe
If you find yourself on the waterways of Jamaica Bay, there is a good chance you will catch sight of Don Riepe conducting a survey or patrol out of the Littoral Society’s Jamaica Bay Guardian boat, on the Bay he loves so much. Don has 30 years’ experience as a naturalist and manager of theContinue reading “November 29, 6:30 pm (in-person & via Zoom) – Don Riepe”
A message to members from the Board
Members, we want to make you aware of some recent developments. As noted in the most recent email announcement, The Metropolitan Opera Guild is no longer able to host outside group meetings, effective October, 2023. The Board is in the process of locating a new meeting space and welcomes your suggestions. We also will beContinue reading “A message to members from the Board”
Members’ Night, Wednesday, September 27, 6:30 pm (in-person only)
Welcome back! Our tradition of beginning the season with a Members’ Night continues. Note that this meeting will take place at The Metropolitan Opera Guild at Lincoln Center, and will be in-person only. You may submit up to 8 nature-themed images. Format each as a JPEG file, sRGB format at 72 pixels per inch, withContinue reading “Members’ Night, Wednesday, September 27, 6:30 pm (in-person only)”
Members’ Night, Wednesday, June 28, 6:30 pm (in-person and via Zoom)
Our last meeting of the season will take place in person and via Zoom. You may submit up to 8 nature-themed images. Format each as a JPEG file, sRGB format at 72 pixels per inch, with 1280 pixels on the long side. Label each with your name and a sequential number (such as: Jones_Mary#1. jpg).Continue reading “Members’ Night, Wednesday, June 28, 6:30 pm (in-person and via Zoom)”
May 31, 6:30 pm (via Zoom only) – Cole Thompson
Why Black and White? In his presentation, Cole Thompson will make the case that black and white is the perfect medium for nearly any subject. Interspersed between examples from his portfolios, Cole will share his photographic philosophies, such as: Never Listen to Others, Equipment is Overrated, and Vision is the Most Important Tool. Fine ArtContinue reading “May 31, 6:30 pm (via Zoom only) – Cole Thompson”
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