Join Scott as he takes you through his exact travel workflow where he discusses what he does to set up his camera, his strategy for organizing and backing up his photos at the end of every day, and how to get it all back into his master catalog. Scott Kelby is an award-winning author, photographer,Continue reading “October 25, 7:00 pm (via Zoom only) – Scott Kelby”
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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”
April 26, 6:30 pm (Zoom & in – person) -Lawrence Leyderman
Off the Grid and Behind the Lens We will have the opportunity for a look into Lawrence Leyderman’s lifestyle on the road as a photographer. He will showcase some of his favorite work, offer insights on the creative process, and provide information on gear and techniques. He will delve further into the outdoor lifestyle, toContinue reading “April 26, 6:30 pm (Zoom & in – person) -Lawrence Leyderman”
March 29, 6:30 pm (via Zoom) – Drew Doggett
Our Big, Beautiful World “Our Big, Beautiful World” is a 50-minute talk delivered by photographer and filmmaker Drew Doggett alongside his award-winning images and short films. It is at once a whirlwind journey to faraway lands, a riveting call to action, and an extraordinary argument for how all beings on this Earth are more alikeContinue reading “March 29, 6:30 pm (via Zoom) – Drew Doggett”
February 22, 6:30 pm (via Zoom and in-person) – Esteban Toro
Making the Impossible Possible Esteban Toro seeks to inspire the community of photographers to dream big, pre-plan, plan and re-plan before, during and after a photo-trip to achieve outstanding images. We will discuss technique, composition and post-processing, but overall, storytelling to improve our photographs when on the road. Esteban Toro is a travel photographer andContinue reading “February 22, 6:30 pm (via Zoom and in-person) – Esteban Toro”
Member News
Lee Backer is exhibiting a series of photographs inspired by the hanging scrolls of Chinese and Japanese artists from past centuries. He intends to create scrolls that convey a quiet beauty, such as might be found in the tokonoma (alcove) of a Japanese home. Twelve hanging scrolls will be on display. The exhibit takes placeContinue reading “Member News”
January 25, 6:30 pm (via Zoom) – Sarah Hudson /Gotham Whale
Gotham Whale is a New York City-based marine mammal research, education, and advocacy organization. Showcasing breathtaking photos from the Gotham Whale WANTED project, Sarah Hudson explains how the group uses photography for Humpback whale research and how you can help through Citizen Science! Sarah Ryan Hudson, Esq. serves as Gotham Whale’s Director of Advocacy focusingContinue reading “January 25, 6:30 pm (via Zoom) – Sarah Hudson /Gotham Whale”