Harford County Photography Group

Join us on Zoom for Next Level Photos for a safe, friendly, and fun way to improve your images. This will be a fun, entertaining, and educational review of our photos.

This month will be an open theme.

Instructions:

• Register for the critique on MeetUp by Noon on the day of the critique. Photos MUST be uploaded no later than 3pm, day of critique.
• Upload 3 photos via Meetup. (This gives all participants an opportunity to preview the photos being critiqued.) These photos must be in JPEG, GIF, or PNG format, be less than 15MB in size.
• In Meetup, scroll down until you see Photos - click on Add Photos - (if using mobile device - click on Select photos. If using computer - click on Upload Photos).
• Once photo has been uploaded, give photo a title as submitters will not be explaining their photos. The photos should speak for themselves.
• On mobile device - tap on photo - tap on 3 dots in upper right hand corner - tap on Add Caption - type in title - tap on check mark on keyboard. On computer - as you add photo you will be given the option to include a caption - click on Save Photos once done titling.
• Photos submitted by participants need to have been taken in the 3 months prior to the critique. We want to see current work / projects. We don’t want to see the award winning photo that was taken 10 yrs ago.
• Theme is open.
• If a participant’s photos have not been uploaded prior to the start of the critique session, that registered participant will be excluded from participating in the critique session.

Around 5 pm on day of critique, a Zoom link will be emailed to each registered participant. The actual critique will be held on a Zoom session from 7pm to 9pm. Please commit to staying for the whole session so we can enjoy and discuss our photography.

Participant submitters will not be explaining their photos. The photos should speak for themselves. When participants comment, they should always begin with a positive statement, before suggesting areas for improvement.

Our purpose is the help each other identify good practices and eliminate bad practices so we can improve our photography. This is a safe and friendly environment to help you improve.

LIMITED TO THE FIRST 9 PARTICIPANTS TO REGISTER

A Classic Hollywood Photo Shoot Experience

Step into the glamour of a timeless era! We are excited to invite you to participate in our exclusive Classic Hollywood Photo Shoot. Embrace the elegance, charm, and sophistication of old Hollywood as we capture iconic moments inspired by legendary movie stars.

What to Expect
· Brief description of the lighting techniques used to create that classic look
· 3 separate photo stations, each with its own style
· Refreshments and light snacks
· Learn what it was like to create these timeless portraits
· Models will be provided

3 studio sets with 3 different models, using either hot lights or flash. This will be a study of classic Paramount Portrait Lighting. Practice the use of multiple lights, main, fill, hair, background and accent. The use of soft focus, or black mist filter to give that glamour look. The group will go over techniques and then break up into 3 areas.

Suggested equipment:
DSLR or Mirrorless
50 mm, mid range zoom and telephoto zoom
Tripod
Lighting will be provided
Soft focus or Black Mist filters if owned.

Cost:
$40 for non-gold members
$35 for gold members - contact directorofmedia@hcphotogroup.org (Beth Tribe) for Gold Member discount code

Channel your inner movie star and join us for an unforgettable day of style, fun, and classic Hollywood allure.

Join HCPG for our monthly meeting. Results of our annual photo contest with MPA judge, Ron Peiffer - https://www.ronpeiffer.com/

Whether you entered or not, attend and learn what makes an award winning photo, socialize with your fellow photogs, and of course there is always COOKIES!

Awards for first, second and third place, Best in show and 2 honorable mentions.

Themes/CATAGORIES:
Motion
Photography of capturing movement and the passing of time in creative ways. Capturing motion as a span of time rather than a spot in time.
Depicting or expressing motion, showing the sweeping power of movement.

Tell me a story
Use of intentional creation, narrative composition, and emotional connection.
The goal is to connect with the viewer, allowing them to feel the emotions, understand the context, and become immersed in the narrative being presented.

Long exposure/bright lights
Capture the magic of light in motion!
Use of long exposure techniques to creatively showcase bright lights — whether it's bustling cityscapes, star trails, light painting, fireworks, glowing car trails, or illuminated scenes at night.

Gold members attend for free. Silver or new members $5 at the door. Doors open at 6:30pm, meeting starts at 7:00pm.

Prism shoots are usually free (unless otherwise noted) monthly outings where a location, theme or topic will be our starting point. The idea is to have all the photographers interpret the same theme but according to their own view or aesthetic. We all see things differently and it can be interesting to see which direction each photographer takes the month’s theme or topic. Photos will be shared on the Facebook group so everyone can see.

These outings are a way to help us see things from a different point of view and are led by Beth Tribe, Director of Media. This is a casual, fun, event to help you "see" and hopefully improve your photography.

*Theme will be announced at event.*

Equipment - bring your every day, walk around camera or cellphone. Try to stick with one lens but feel free to bring filters, tripods/monopods or whatever makes you feel creative. Think about traveling light as you will want to explore the location. Some walking will be involved and ground may not always be level. Explore at your own pace.

Cromwell Valley Park is our destination. There are 2 entrances to Cromwell Valley Park - take the Willow Grove entrance. Parking in front of nature center. If you park at the Sherwood entrance you'll need to walk over (pathed path) to Willow Grove.