Here we remain, many of us still mostly staying home, keeping our distance, wondering when "normal" will return.  It's easy to get discouraged... but our theme this month is "Take a look around".  Let's  remind ourselves there's still a big world out there.  Nature goes on, bugs, plants, clouds, storms - they've never heard the word "pandemic" and go on their magical, beautiful ways without a thought. City streets, street lights, buildings, buses, train stations, pedestrians also continue on.  So, you have a camera - get out there, take a look around and celebrate the intrigue and beauty you see.   Right?

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September Two-Part Photo Workshops

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Photo Diaries

Sundays  7:00 - 8:30  9/13 and 9/20

This workshop is designed to structure and encourage your  "looking around".  I love the concept of the photo diary, where the focus is on developing a habit of consistent picture-taking without the stress of having to get that well-considered, perfect shot each time.  Instead, the idea is to shoot daily, documenting the unique look and feel of your own life.  Expand your subject matter to include the mundane as well as the elevated.  Or should we say, elevate the mundane to a new level?  Food, pets, family, the unmade bed, the view out the window, dishes in the sink, your garden, a walk around the block ...all fair game for the photo diary.

First session:  look at how well-known photographers have approached this challenge and discuss ideas we can try ourselves.

Second session: share work from the intervening week.

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 DIY Studios at Home

Wednesdays  7:00 - 8:30  9/9 and 9/16

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Ever think about setting up your own photo studio at home but felt overwhelmed?  Here is a minimalist approach for those with limited space, equipment and budget.  After participating in this workshop you will have an equipment list, diagrams,  technical hints and a multitude of ideas for how to pull it all together so you can get maximal results right at home.  Come get inspired!

First session: discussion and practical suggestions

Second session: a check-in for sharing your progress, follow up questions etc.

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September Photo Field Trip

 

Stoneleigh Park: A Natural Garden

It may not be Downton Abby, but you'll discover an impressive mansion dominating lovely grounds.  You'll love the European feel of this  Mainline "palace".   The gardens feature native plants and wildflowers and make a beautiful background for outdoor people shots too .  

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