Upcoming Events » May 2008
Professional Wedding Photographer Jonathan Scott
On Thursday May 1st at 7pm, we will have professional photographer Jonathan Scott as our guest speaker.
The wedding season is upon us so there’s no better time for us to delve further into the art of Wedding Photography! South Florida Camera Club is please to have with us this month a nationally recognized and published wedding photojournalist, Jonathan Scott of Jonathan Scott Photography.
Jonathan will be talking to us about the techniques he uses to help him “think on his feet” as he captures his subjects in their most candid state. He will also discuss his approach to natural light and mixed lighting shooting, color balancing on the fly, and his work flow.
Jonathan’s method breaks from standard wedding photography, which tends to be formulaic in nature, by providing an “Intuitive” and “Personality Driven” style of photojournalistic photography to tell his clients’ individual story. His philosophy is that each wedding has an exclusive rhythm; a pattern of energy that is defined by the personalities present. Jonathan records the day’s events as they naturally occur; unobtrusively and without manipulation; to capture his subjects in their most candid state. Jonathan also breaks from tradition in the design of his clients’ wedding albums, diligently incorporating their tastes and sentimentality to ensure a personalized display of memories. His intuitive approach imbues his subjects with a unique and magical suspension-in-time quality.
Based out of Boca Raton, Florida, Jonathan serves as a member of the Wedding and Portrait Photographer International (WPPI), the Professional Photographers of America (PPA) and the Wedding Photojournalist Association (WPJA). Recently, he received the honor of being chosen as “The Knot Best of Weddings Pick 2007” in the photographer category by The Knot Magazine readers. He was also recently invited to be included on the Grace Ormonde Wedding Style Platinum List . As well, he has had his weddings published in many national wedding publications. Jonathan is also in the process of creating workshops designed to show photographers how to successfully find their own style.
Gallery Night at UNCOMMON Gallery
The second Friday of every month is “Gallery Night” at UNCOMMON Gallery in Fort Lauderdale. Meet other artists and enjoy their work in this unique atmosphere. Also enjoy sandwiches, cheese, wine and deserts throughout the evening. This is a great opportunity for South Florida Camera Club members to get together and socialize. Please bring your friends and help spread the word.
UNCOMMON Gallery is an alternative, casual style gallery promoting arts with a collection of images that explore all areas and styles of artistic expression. Michael D. Colanero is the proprietor of UNCOMMON Gallery and is also a nationally recognized artist, illustrator and designer.
If you’re an artist interested in promoting your work, increasing your visibility, and looking for more opportunities for potential sale, you can have Michael give you a portfolio review to start the process for gallery exhibit consideration. You can contact Michael through his website “UNCOMMON Gallery” or by giving him a call at: 954-336-4305.
TYE Studios “Permission to Shoot” shoot-a-thon
TYE Studios “Permission to Shoot” is a four hour shoot-a-thon for photographers of every level. There will be multiple shooting sets and four to five models provided for you to photograph. This event is perfect for building your portfolio, and networking with other photographers and models.
“Permission to Shoot” takes place the second Tuesday of every month from 6:30pm till 10:30pm, and is only $99 to attend. This is not a photography class. It is simply a chance for you to exercise your camera, practice your craft, and have fun. Pizza and beverages will also be provided. This event is limited to 20 photographers, so sign up quickly!
If you’re interested in any of the other workshops TYE Studios teaches please check out their MySpace page for a complete listing of the current months classes. You can also contact TYE Studios at 954.327.3447.
TYE Studios
3704 SW 30th Ave
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312
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May’s Competition
On Thursday May 15th at 7pm we’ll be having our photographic competition for the month. You can find all the rules for the competition by clicking on the “Competition Rules” link in the top left had corner of our website.
The selected winning photograph for each monthly competition will be framed by Frame Gallery and will then be displayed in UNCOMMON Gallery for a month. The photographer whose photo wins the year end Grand Prize competition will have a choice of selecting either a: Nikon D300! Or a Canon 40D!
Theme: Elements
Earth, Wind, Fire & Water… They’re all around us, sustain us and can sometimes even hurt us. Whether it’s a drop of water, or a vast sea; a raging fire, or the spark from a match, the photographs this month should feature at least one of these elements.
TYE Studios Special Boot Camp
South Florida Camera Club will be attending a special boot camp taught by Andre Rowe at TYE Studios. South Florida Camera Club members will be invited into TYE Studios to observe first hand how to set up a model shoot, operate your cameras, and learn about lighting and how best to pose models. A question and answers session will follow the class, and a drawing will be held to select a South Florida Camera Club member to assist in photographing the model. Please bring your camera incase you’re the lucky member chosen. This event is free for all South Florida Camera Club members. If you’re not a paid member yet and would like to attend this event, please join now: http://southfloridacameraclub.com/join
TYE Studios
3704 SW 30th Ave
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312
954.327.3447
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Miami Beach Urban Weekend Fieldtrip
Steve Wilkinson will be heading up a fieldtrip This Sunday to Miami Beach for Urban Beach Week. This will be a great opportunity to photograph people and beach activities on South Beach. It will also be a great opportunity to learn from the “VOK” himself about the proper way to use a camera, and special tips and tricks. We will be meeting at 4pm on Ocean Drive and 10th Street. If you have any trouble finding our group you can contact Steve on his cell @ 786-355-3875
Miami Beach/South Beach
Ocean Drive & 10th Street
Miami Beach, FL 33139
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