Upcoming Events » August 2009
Guest Speaker Emanuel “Manny” Pontoriero
South Florida Camera Club would like to welcome Manny Pontoriero as our guest speaker on the 6th of August 2009. Manny will be speaking and demonstrating how to achieve studio quality lighting with only your camera. In addition Manny will demonstrate how to pose your model the natural way. No one wants to “look posed” so Manny will teach you how to direct your model to look his or her best.
At 18 years old and in High School, Manny started out as an apprentice to photographer and custom color printer David West. Just three months into his 3 year apprenticeship Manny won his first Blue Ribbon (First Place) at the Professional Photographers Association of New Jersey, BPH Chapter.
Soon after, he became Print Chairman in charge of print competition for three consecutive years. In 1980, after winning many local awards, Manny won The Fassbender Award at the Atlantic City Convention of the Professional Photographers of New Jersey. At 22 years old he was the youngest to receive this prestigious award.
Manny has also been a member of the Professional Photographers of America, Professional Photographers of North Eastern Pennsylvania, and Professional Photographers of Greater New York, where he continued to receive awards for his photographic excellence. As a result, he lectured to other professionals at local and statewide meetings. When he lived in New Jersey some of his commercial accounts were Unilever Brothers, Prudential Securities N.Y., Prudential Bache Great Britton, YKK Zippers, Corporate Express.
In 1993 he received a “Certified Professional Photographer” degree with the Professional Photographers of America. At that time there were only eleven photographers in the entire state of New Jersey to receive this distinction.
In 2005 he held a photo exhibit at the Pasco Arts Council. Opening night, he was received by a standing room only crowd. Manny broke all their attendance records as well as sales records. Besides having his own photography business Manny finds time to conduct major seminars throughout Florida and has been a guest speaker at numerous amateur photo clubs.
He is a monthly guest on Studio 10 Connects, a Tampa TV program. He has scheduled four more exciting seminars this fall in Tampa, Orlando, Boca Raton, and Jacksonville.
TYE Studios
3704 SW 30th Ave
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312
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WeMerge Party at Grace Café & Gallery
On Saturday, August 8th starting at 7:00 PM Grace Café & Gallery in Dania Beach will be hosting a HUGE party and exhibit for WeMerge Magazine and fifteen South Florida Camera Club members (Jack Levy, Joe McBroom, Frank Lee Roberts, James McCallum, Justin Rosenberg, Juan Monino, Marty Fuchs, Tracey Ahrendt, Vionette, Keith LeBlanc, Tracy Mendy, Scott Augutis, Christina Morgado, Shannon Hammontree and Jessica Savidge) that had their photographs printed in the latest WeMerge issue.
The fifteen members showing their work had their photographs printed up very large, and all will be displayed on a giant wall in Grace Gallery. I too will be showing three of my favorite prints from my portfolio.
In addition to South Florida Camera Club members showing off their art, many other artists from South Florida will be showing their work. There will be live music by Marc Solomon, Alex Nelson, Web Three, and Zombies Organize. Live art will be presented by Katie Sottak, Kazilla and Christa Z.
This event means a lot to me and many of our members. I hope that everyone will be able to attend and give their support. There will be plenty of food and drink, so come with an appetite! I look forward to seeing you all there.
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Grace Café & Gallery
49 North Federal Highway
Dania Beach, FL 33004
954-816-3324
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TYE Studios “Permit to Shoot” shoot-a-thon
TYE Studios “Permit to Shoot” is a shoot-a-thon for photographers of all levels from novice to professional. TYE staff provides multiple shooting areas and four to five amateur models new to the industry will be provided for your shoot. A professional makeup and hair stylist has been added to this event to insure you get quality images. This shoot is perfect for studio experience, portfolio building, and networking with other photographers and models. No studio experience necessary, the staff will help you.
“Permit to Shoot” takes place the second Tuesday of every month from 7:00-9:30 pm, and is $125.00 to attend. TYE Staff is on hand to help guide you in getting the best images possible. The night is a chance for you to exercise your camera, practice your craft, learn how to work with models, network with other photographers and have fun.
TYE Studio teaches a variety of classes and workshops check out the learning center on their web site for more information about dates and class schedules. www.tyestudios.com You can always contact the studio at 954-327-3447
TYE Studios
3704 SW 30th Ave
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312
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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.
August Photographic Competition
On Thursday August 20th at 7:30pm 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 50D!
Theme: Open.
Compete this month using your favorite photograph.
TYE Studios
3704 SW 30th Ave
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312
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Gallery 101 Opening Night Party
On Saturday, August 22nd at 7:00 PM South Florida Camera Club is welcome to be a part of opening night at Gallery 101. Come see an exciting array of 50 local artists including South Florida Camera Club’s very own Lew Lautin and Vionette working in a wide variety of mediums and styles. Meet the artists and browse beautiful art work in a casual, party setting. Complimentary beverages and hors d’ ouvres will be served.
Gallery 101 opening night will begin at 7:00 Pm and run thru 11:00 PM.
I look forward to seeing everyone from South Florida Camera Club supporting our members and representing the best camera club in the world at this awesome event! If you have any trouble locating this event just give me a call and I’ll guide you in! My cell number is 305-905-4122.