Sunday, December 25, 2011
Monday, November 14, 2011
David Junker, lead photographer at Muse 10 Photography (www.muse10photography.com) will be sharing his methods for lighting in both studio and outdoor environments and how to accomplish proper exposure and dramatic lighting without fumbling around with buttons and knobs.
PPSC MIDLANDS MEETING...
Take the guesswork out of flash photography:
Understanding the correlation between f-stops, flash power, and light-source to subject distance to achieve unique looks.
Tuesday, November 15, 2011
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM (Dinner at 5:45, Fatz Café)
Clark Berry Photography studio - Lexington, SC (in the Old Mill)
711 E. Main Street, Ste J-3Lexington, SC 29072
803-996-5982
Next Tuesday, November 15th at 7:00pm, David Junker will be presenting the program for the PPSC Midlands Monthly Meeting at Clark Berry Photography's Studio in Lexington, SC. Thanks to Patty Hallman, Hallman Photography, for putting this meeting together!
He'll go over his formulas for mixing ambient light with flash and for creating different background looks just by changing lighting ratios. He also mixes different lighting instruments and uses reflected light to create unique effects. David says of his presentation, "There's a lot of variety that can come from a white cyc wall. I learned some of these concepts from Zack Arias and added my own twist to some of it. This isn't necessarily the single correct way to accomplish a particular lighting style, but it's the way I do it. I've made use of the equipment available to me (some expensive and some cheap and some even homemade) and have come up with some ways of lighting my subjects that have been successful for me."
This and all other PPSC meetings are FREE for ALL PPSC MEMBERS. Meetings are also FREE for all first-time attendees of a PPSC meeting. Anyone who has already attended a PPSC meeting may either make a $10 contribution to the PPSC or OR bring a friend (another non-member) and both people may attend for free. The Professional Photographers of South Carolina (PPSC) is the ONLY PPA (Professional Photographers of America) affiliate organization in the state and is committed to the success of all photographers in our area.The 2012 PPSC Convention is fast approaching!
Mark your calendars for February 3-7, 2012 and join tons of other photographers from South Carolina (and a few from other states) for five days of fun and learning about the business and techniques of running a professional photography business. We'll gather at the Embassy Suites in Columbia, SC to explore new industry trends and discover ways to stand out in the ever-expanding field of photography. Become a "Rock Star" photographer by improving your skills and attracting more clients. If you aren't a member of PPSC, you should join now and take advantage of this amazing opportunity. Speaking of rock stars, there are several star speakers lined up to present workshops at the convention. You'll also get to peruse (and possibly salivate over) cool new gear and products and take advantage of specials offered by the vendors at the trade show. You won't want to skip out early either because we'll be wrapping up the weekend with an awards banquet, and YOU just might be one of the award recipients, but you'll have to enter the print competition! Stay tuned to PPSC for more info and hotel discount information.I look forward to seeing many of you there!
Sincerely,
David Junker, CPP (Muse 10 Photography)
Upstate District Chairman, PPSC Board of Directors
Connect with Muse 10 Photography on Facebook!Tuesday, October 18, 2011
October 24th, Midlands & Upstate Meetings Combined
October 24th Midlands and Upstate Meetings Combined!!!
Fall Shootout!
Monday, October 24, 2011
5:00 PM - 8:30 PM
CWilbanks Photography Studio
Hello!!
OK, so here we go again...THE SHOOTOUT IS
NEXT MONDAY, OCT. 24 IN WHITMIRE! There was a problem with the
date on the Facebook event which had indicated the 17th...it's back to
the 24th (which is what went out several weeks ago to members on the
listserve). This is actually a combined monthly meeting between the Upstate and
Midlands districts (of course Coastal members are always welcome!) All
professional photographers are invited to attend this event, so come out to
support the PPSC and your fellow photographers! 
Patty Hallman (www.hallmanphoto.com), Clark Berry (www.clarkberry.com), and David Junker (www.muse10photography.com) will be having a shootout ON THE
24th and will be showing off the images after the shoot. We'll go through the
entire workflow from lighting, composing, shooting and finishing the images in
Lightroom displayed on a projection screen. This'll be a great opportunity to
see how different people work and be able to ask questions and share stories.
Please bring $5 for pizza and drinks following the shootout!Thanks to Charlie Wilbanks (CWilbanks Photography)for hosting this event at her studio in Whitmire, SC.
CWilbanks Photography
102 Main Street
Whitmire, SC 29178
(864) 542-5429
Please RSVP on Facebook for this event and bring a friend!($5 each for pizza & drinks)
Here's the link to the Facebook event:
https://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=238685902847804
This and all other PPSC meetings are FREE for ALL PPSC MEMBERS. Meetings are also FREE for all first-time attendees of a PPSC meeting. Anyone who has already attended a PPSC meeting may either make a $10 contribution to the PPSC or OR bring a friend (another non-member) and both people may attend for free. The Professional Photographers of South Carolina (PPSC) is the ONLY PPA (Professional Photographers of America) affiliate organization in the state and is committed to the success of all photographers in our area.
I look forward to seeing many of you there!
Sincerely,
David Junker, CPP (Muse 10 Photography)
Upstate District Chairman, PPSC Board of Directors
Wednesday, September 14, 2011
Upstate Meeting Monday September 26th, 2011 6:30pm
The next Upstate meeting has been
lined up!
It will be hosted by David
Junker, Monday, September 26 at 6:30 pm at Muse 10 Photography Studio in the
FishEye building near downtown Greenville:
802 Augusta Street
Greenville, SC 20605
(overflow parking next door at
"The Front Porch" and the empty lot beyond it)
The meeting will be a "Show and
Tell" of images and will allow those who participate to show off images they are
proud of and get some friendly suggestions and encouragement.
You don't have to claim the
images if you don't want, but it's OK if you do and want to speak about it or
tell the story behind it. There will be a panel of "judges" available to
moderate and give unbiased feedback regarding photographic issues. THIS IS NOT
A PRINT COMPETITION!!! It's simply a great way to share your work, and be
inspired by work that your fellow photographers are doing.
We MUST encourage one another and
help each other grow both creatively and technically in order to strengthen the
professional photography industry, and this is one great way to do that!
We plan on getting started at
6:30pm.
PLEASE BRING YOUR OWN TAILGATE
TYPE CHAIR OR FOLDING CHAIR.
We won't have enough chairs
available at the studio for everyone, so grab a couple if you have them so that
those who don't may use one.
You may also bring snacks to
share if you would like. Drinks will be provided.
Everyone is encouraged to submit
up to 5 images in JPEG high quality (10)format, sRGB, 2000 pixels on the long
dimension. They do not have to be prepared with borders and digital matting
like print competition, although you may submit them that way if you prefer. DO
NOT PUT YOUR LOGO OR NAME ON THEM! If you feel compelled to bring printed
pieces of art for whatever reason, you must also bring them in digital format so
that everyone can see them projected.
Images may be emailed to David
Junker, david@muse10photography.com
or you may bring them on a USB
drive when you come to the meeting.
I look forward to seeing everyone
again (and their fantastic images!)
Sincerely,
David Junker
David Junker
Photographer
Muse 10 Photography, LLC
Mailing Address:
P.O. Box 364
Greenville, SC 29602
Studio Location:
802 Augusta Street
Greenville, SC 20605
(864) 553-9235
Lamarr Williamson School of Photography
July 15th-19th 2012
University of SC, Columbia, SC
www.thelamarrschool.com
2012 Annual Convention-Feb. 3-7, 2012
Embassy Suites, columbia, SC
For Hotel Reservations call 1-800-EMBASSY
Wednesday, September 7, 2011
Costal Meeting Monday September 19th, 2011
What would you do in a situation when the client is in "bad" lighting and this is the only time you can photograph them? Normally we like to control the lighting in whatever situation we find ourselves, but what if we are forced to shoot in bad light? You can’t always exert total control over every situation you find yourself in.
If you cannot handle the above situation, you must attend the next Coastal meet on September 19 at 4pm in Georgetown presented by Jeanne Richardson. She will demonstrate lighting the subjects in bright afternoon sun, complimenting the subject and recording image files great enough for wall portraits.
We will meet at 4pm at Jeanne’s studio in Georgetown and immediately leave for a predetermined location where we will encounter bad light and learn how to deal with it. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to learn from one of the most talented and resourceful pros in South Carolina. Mark your calendars for September 19 and meet us there. We all need to learn this important skill.
Kevin
July 15th-19th 2012
University of SC, Columbia, SC
www.thelamarrschool.com
2012 Annual Convention-Feb. 3-7, 2012
Embassy Suites, columbia, SC
For Hotel Reservations call 1-800-EMBASSY
Midlands Meeting Tuesday September 13th, 2011
John Herrel will be hosting our next Midlands District Meeting, next Tuesday, September 13th. If you want to know about Lightroom, or know more about Lightroom, come! John would like to tailor this to fit what you want to know, so if you have any requests, send them John's way.
Here's the scoop from John: Location: My house off I-20 Exit 82 21 Jacobs Mill Ct Elgin, SC 29045 We may be in a "bring your own chair" situation. 6:00 - 7:00 PM Dinner: bring a side dish to share, I'll supply hamburgers and hot dogs. 7:00 - 9 or 10:00 PM Lightroom (mostly) and Nik Plug-ins (a little) with discount codes AGENDA Lightroom Overview My workflow The Sizzle Nik Plugins Questions and Answers My Lightroom Resources John Herrel (803) 420-3660 (cell) jherrel@herrelphotography.com Hope to see lots of you there!
Sincerely, Patty Hallman, CPP, AFP
Certified Professional Photographer (CPP)
Associate Fellow of Photography (AFP)
Hallman Photography, LLC
1305 Hwy. 601 South
Lugoff, SC 29078 803.318.4868
http://hallmanphoto.com/
http://hallmanphotoblog.com/
http://scboudoir.com/
Lamarr Williamson School of Photography
July 15th-19th 2012
University of SC, Columbia, SC
www.thelamarrschool.com
2012 Annual Convention-Feb. 3-7, 2012
Embassy Suites, columbia, SC
For Hotel Reservations call 1-800-EMBASSY
Here's the scoop from John: Location: My house off I-20 Exit 82 21 Jacobs Mill Ct Elgin, SC 29045 We may be in a "bring your own chair" situation. 6:00 - 7:00 PM Dinner: bring a side dish to share, I'll supply hamburgers and hot dogs. 7:00 - 9 or 10:00 PM Lightroom (mostly) and Nik Plug-ins (a little) with discount codes AGENDA Lightroom Overview My workflow The Sizzle Nik Plugins Questions and Answers My Lightroom Resources John Herrel (803) 420-3660 (cell) jherrel@herrelphotography.com Hope to see lots of you there!
Sincerely, Patty Hallman, CPP, AFP
Certified Professional Photographer (CPP)
Associate Fellow of Photography (AFP)
Hallman Photography, LLC
1305 Hwy. 601 South
Lugoff, SC 29078 803.318.4868
http://hallmanphoto.com/
http://hallmanphotoblog.com/
http://scboudoir.com/
Lamarr Williamson School of Photography
July 15th-19th 2012
University of SC, Columbia, SC
www.thelamarrschool.com
2012 Annual Convention-Feb. 3-7, 2012
Embassy Suites, columbia, SC
For Hotel Reservations call 1-800-EMBASSY
Friday, August 19, 2011
Costal Meeting Monday August 22nd, 2011
LIGHTROOM SECRETS REVEALED
John Herrel is coming to the Coastal Region to show us how to increase our productivity with Lightroom. If you are not using Lightroom, you are missing out on a MAJOR timesaver in your workflow. There is so much you can do with this program that will save you time which means less time in front of your computer. This includes image manipulation with presets, adjustments, non-destructive editing, always-available history, advanced exposure and color control, noise reduction, sharpening, integration with Photoshop, and much more.
Mark your calendar and bring a friend. We are going to meet this Monday, August 22, at the Charleston County Public Library in North Charleston from 5:30 to 7:45. The address is
2261 Otranto Road
North Charleston, SC 29406
and we will be in the auditorium to your right as you come in the door.
Lamarr Williamson School of Photography
July 15th-19th 2012
University of SC, Columbia, SC
www.thelamarrschool.com
2012 Annual Convention-Feb. 3-7, 2012
Embassy Suites, columbia, SC
For Hotel Reservations call 1-800-EMBASSY
Tuesday, August 9, 2011
Midlands Meeting Tuesday August 16th, 2011
Finally all the details are finalized, so here's the scoop on the August Midland's District Meeting!
We'll be meeting on Tuesday, August 16th at Debbie Turner's studio (1101 Caldwell Street) in Newberry, SC.
Meeting starts at 7pm / Dinner at 6pm (location to be determined).
If you're interested in meeting for dinner, please reply so we can get a headcount and make a reservation at one of the many great restaurants in downtown Newberry near Debbie's studio.
Jay Evans will be presenting the meeting program on "Business 101 for Photographers".
He'll cover everything a new or established photographer should know, including corporate entities, marketing, costing, pricing, cost structure, branding, accounting, leadership, customer service and more.
Jay is currently earning an MBA from The University of South Carolina in Columbia and is the owner of Picasso Perfect Photography.
Hope to see many of you there on Tuesday evening. Remember as always, that all members from all districts are welcome. Guests are welcome too!
Sincerely,
Patty Hallman, CPP, AFP
Certified Professional Photographer (CPP)
Associate Fellow of Photography (AFP)
Hallman Photography, LLC
1305 Hwy. 601 South
Lugoff, SC 29078
803.318.4868
http://hallmanphoto.com/
http://hallmanphotoblog.com/
http://scboudoir.com/
We'll be meeting on Tuesday, August 16th at Debbie Turner's studio (1101 Caldwell Street) in Newberry, SC.
Meeting starts at 7pm / Dinner at 6pm (location to be determined).
If you're interested in meeting for dinner, please reply so we can get a headcount and make a reservation at one of the many great restaurants in downtown Newberry near Debbie's studio.
Jay Evans will be presenting the meeting program on "Business 101 for Photographers".
He'll cover everything a new or established photographer should know, including corporate entities, marketing, costing, pricing, cost structure, branding, accounting, leadership, customer service and more.
Jay is currently earning an MBA from The University of South Carolina in Columbia and is the owner of Picasso Perfect Photography.
Hope to see many of you there on Tuesday evening. Remember as always, that all members from all districts are welcome. Guests are welcome too!
Sincerely,
Patty Hallman, CPP, AFP
Certified Professional Photographer (CPP)
Associate Fellow of Photography (AFP)
Hallman Photography, LLC
1305 Hwy. 601 South
Lugoff, SC 29078
803.318.4868
http://hallmanphoto.com/
http://hallmanphotoblog.com/
http://scboudoir.com/
Thursday, August 4, 2011
Upstate Meeting Thursday August 18th, 2011
Hello All!
Just wanted to introduce myself to those of you who don't know me, and say hello to all of you as the new PPSC Upstate District Chairman. I'm extremely excited about the future of the PPSC, specifically in the Upstate area, and am here to do whatever I can to help. I welcome suggestions and ideas, and most of all, the chance to sit down with another photographer and exchange ideas and stories over a cold beverage. (Cold beverage not optional :) I've already learned tons from many of you, and want to soak up as much as I can from everyone else. I think it's an understatement to say that people in the PPSC genuinely care for the success of the photography industry and want the best for their peers and colleagues.
This'll be a great opportunity now that the Lamarr School is over and we're all craving more great knowledge and experience!
This'll be a great opportunity now that the Lamarr School is over and we're all craving more great knowledge and experience!
"Gregg Martin, SC Photog of the Year, will be holding a workshop on Wedding and Bridal posing on Thurs. Aug, 18th.....with an emphasis on Flow Posing the bride and groom. This will change the way you pose at weddings. Gregg will also cover group posing as well as options for groomsmen and bridesmaids. Time permitting he will touch on family portrait posing as well. Come one and all to Greenville on the 18th (at...) and enjoy fun, fellowship, and a little learning...
Class will start at 6:30 and we'll plan on eating somewhere close at 5:30.
Make your plans now to come join us."
PPSC MEMBERS FROM ALL DISTRICTS ARE WELCOME!!! The more the merrier. Any non-members are also welcome, and if anyone has attended as a non-member before, please bring another non-member with you and come have a blast!Class will start at 6:30 and we'll plan on eating somewhere close at 5:30.
Make your plans now to come join us."
Program starts at 6:30 and is at David Junker's studio (Muse 10 Photography) in the FishEye building in downtown Greenville. Address is 802 Augusta Street, Greenville, SC 29605. We'd like to get a tentative headcount if possible, so email David privately if you are planning on coming. david@muse10photography.com
David Junker
Photographer
Muse 10 Photography, LLC
Mailing Address:
P.O. Box 364
Greenville, SC 29602
Studio Location:
802 Augusta Street
Greenville, SC 20605
(864) 553-9235
July 15th-19th 2012
University of SC, Columbia, SC
www.thelamarrschool.com
2012 Annual Convention-Feb. 3-7, 2012
Embassy Suites, columbia, SC
For Hotel Reservations call 1-800-EMBASSY
Tuesday, June 14, 2011
Coastal Meeting Monday June 20th, 2011
Save the date – Monday, June 20. You don’t want to miss this program. A wedding presents the most challenging lighting situations a photographer will ever run into. Whether you shoot weddings or not, you’ll be able to take information from this program and apply it to whatever you do! Gregg Martin is going to show us how to light a wedding, from start to finish. Gregg is going to cover how he lights the following:
Getting ready shots
Details
Ceremony
Formals
Reception
Leaving
Other special circumstances that come up
Tammy is bringing some extra good looking models for the bride and groom, so we are going to have a great time.
Plan on meeting for dinner at 5 at a to-be-announced location. The program will be at Carmen Ash’s studio in downtown Charleston at 79-A Spring Street from 6 – 8 pm. Come one and all from the lowcountry to the highlands. This is going to be a program that you won’t want to miss.
Kevin
Lamarr Williamson School of Photography
July 10-14, 2011
University of SC, Columbia, SC
2012 Annual Convention-Feb. 3-7, 2012
Embassy Suites, columbia, SC
For Hotel Reservations call 1-800-EMBASSY
Thursday, June 2, 2011
Midlands June 7th, 2011 Meeting
June has already arrived and the next Midlands meeting is just around the corner.
Here's the scoop!:
Tuesday, June 7th at Bill Barley's Studio (71 Crystal Springs Road, Lexington, SC 29073)
5:30pm-- Backdrop/Prop Swap and Sell
6:00pm-- hotdog cookout/covered dish dinner
7-9 pm--- Steve Roos' encore presentation on "make it yourself" photo gear/gadgets.
Come see why Steve is known an the "MacGyver" of PPSC!
If you missed the backdrop/prop swap and sell, this is your second chance to take part.
Bring any backdrops or props you want to swap or sell, or just come see what's offered.
Wilber Jeffcoat will be bringing an entire TRAILER LOAD of studio props and backdrops, so come see what he has to offer.
PLEASE let me know if you're coming to the cookout at 6pm, and what you plan to bring.
Bill is providing the grill, the hotdogs and fixin's, so we need to bring everything else.
As always, all districts are welcome. Hope to see you all there!
Sincerely,
Patty Hallman, CPP, AFP
Certified Professional Photographer (CPP)
Associate Fellow of Photography (AFP)
Hallman Photography, LLC
1305 Hwy. 601 South
Lugoff, SC 29078
803.318.4868 or 803.408.2533
http://hallmanphoto.com/
http://hallmanphotoblog.com/
Lamarr Williamson School of Photography
July 10-14, 2011
University of SC, Columbia, SC
2012 Annual Convention-Feb. 3-7, 2012
Embassy Suites, columbia, SC
For Hotel Reservations call 1-800-EMBASSY
Here's the scoop!:
Tuesday, June 7th at Bill Barley's Studio (71 Crystal Springs Road, Lexington, SC 29073)
5:30pm-- Backdrop/Prop Swap and Sell
6:00pm-- hotdog cookout/covered dish dinner
7-9 pm--- Steve Roos' encore presentation on "make it yourself" photo gear/gadgets.
Come see why Steve is known an the "MacGyver" of PPSC!
If you missed the backdrop/prop swap and sell, this is your second chance to take part.
Bring any backdrops or props you want to swap or sell, or just come see what's offered.
Wilber Jeffcoat will be bringing an entire TRAILER LOAD of studio props and backdrops, so come see what he has to offer.
PLEASE let me know if you're coming to the cookout at 6pm, and what you plan to bring.
Bill is providing the grill, the hotdogs and fixin's, so we need to bring everything else.
As always, all districts are welcome. Hope to see you all there!
Sincerely,
Patty Hallman, CPP, AFP
Certified Professional Photographer (CPP)
Associate Fellow of Photography (AFP)
Hallman Photography, LLC
1305 Hwy. 601 South
Lugoff, SC 29078
803.318.4868 or 803.408.2533
http://hallmanphoto.com/
http://hallmanphotoblog.com/
Lamarr Williamson School of Photography
July 10-14, 2011
University of SC, Columbia, SC
2012 Annual Convention-Feb. 3-7, 2012
Embassy Suites, columbia, SC
For Hotel Reservations call 1-800-EMBASSY
Saturday, May 14, 2011
Midlands May 24, 2011 Meeting
The May Midlands District meeting will be on Tuesday, May 24th.
It will be a two part program starting at 4pm at the Governor's Mansion grounds in
downtown Columbia. JeeJee Cowherd and Mary Grant will be demonstrating posing and lighting
from 4pm to 5:30pm at the Governor's Mansion grounds (Lincoln at Richland Streets).
We'll break for dinner at nearby Lizard's Thicket (818 Elmwood) from 5:45pm to 6:45pm,
then we'll have a program on wedding posing and lighting at St. Timothy's Episcopal Church (900 Calhoun St.)
across from the Governor's grounds from 7-9pm.
Gregg Martin and Mary Grant will be demonstrating their posing and lighting techniques for the 7-9pm program.
If anyone has specific requests for areas they'd like JeeJee, Mary or Gregg to cover, please reply with those requests.
Hope lots of you can attend one or both parts of the program!
Sincerely,
Patty Hallman, CPP, AFP
Certified Professional Photographer (CPP)
Associate Fellow of Photography (AFP)
Hallman Photography, LLC
1305 Hwy. 601 South
Lugoff, SC 29078
803.318.4868
http://hallmanphoto.com/
http://hallmanphotoblog.com/
Lamarr Williamson School of Photography
July 10-14, 2011
University of SC, Columbia, SC
2012 Annual Convention-Feb. 3-7, 2012
Embassy Suites, columbia, SC
For Hotel Reservations call 1-800-EMBASSY
It will be a two part program starting at 4pm at the Governor's Mansion grounds in
downtown Columbia. JeeJee Cowherd and Mary Grant will be demonstrating posing and lighting
from 4pm to 5:30pm at the Governor's Mansion grounds (Lincoln at Richland Streets).
We'll break for dinner at nearby Lizard's Thicket (818 Elmwood) from 5:45pm to 6:45pm,
then we'll have a program on wedding posing and lighting at St. Timothy's Episcopal Church (900 Calhoun St.)
across from the Governor's grounds from 7-9pm.
Gregg Martin and Mary Grant will be demonstrating their posing and lighting techniques for the 7-9pm program.
If anyone has specific requests for areas they'd like JeeJee, Mary or Gregg to cover, please reply with those requests.
Hope lots of you can attend one or both parts of the program!
Sincerely,
Patty Hallman, CPP, AFP
Certified Professional Photographer (CPP)
Associate Fellow of Photography (AFP)
Hallman Photography, LLC
1305 Hwy. 601 South
Lugoff, SC 29078
803.318.4868
http://hallmanphoto.com/
http://hallmanphotoblog.com/
Lamarr Williamson School of Photography
July 10-14, 2011
University of SC, Columbia, SC
2012 Annual Convention-Feb. 3-7, 2012
Embassy Suites, columbia, SC
For Hotel Reservations call 1-800-EMBASSY
Wednesday, May 11, 2011
Costal May 16, 2011 Meeting
Hi Everyone,
Just a reminder that we are meeting in Georgetown at Jeanne's Creations this Monday, May 16 for our May meeting. Hope to see everyone there.
This is going to be a very informative meeting. Steve Roos is going to be talking about making your own gear. Everyone is sure to get some great money-saving techniques. We were talking last night about a couple of things that I have made, one of which is a flash bracket that holds two speedlights next to each other.
We are to have dinner at 5pm at the Mexican restaurant next to Jeanne's place - El Cerro Grande and start the meeting at 6pm and finish at 8pm. Jeanne's studio is at 825 Church St in Georgetown so put it on your calendar and we'll look forward to seeing everyone again.
Kevin
Lamarr Williamson School of Photography
July 10-14, 2011
University of SC, Columbia, SC
2012 Annual Convention-Feb. 3-7, 2012
Embassy Suites, columbia, SC
For Hotel Reservations call 1-800-EMBASSY
Monday, April 25, 2011
Costal Meeting April 25th 2011
I'm sorry to say it looks like the best thing to do is cancel the Coastal Meeting tonight and try to schedule it for May. I will be back in touch with more details later
Thanks.....
Kevin
Lamarr Williamson School of Photography
July 10-14, 2011
University of SC, Columbia, SC
2012 Annual Convention-Feb. 3-7, 2012
Embassy Suites, columbia, SC
For Hotel Reservations call 1-800-EMBASSY
Thanks.....
Kevin
Lamarr Williamson School of Photography
July 10-14, 2011
University of SC, Columbia, SC
2012 Annual Convention-Feb. 3-7, 2012
Embassy Suites, columbia, SC
For Hotel Reservations call 1-800-EMBASSY
Wednesday, April 20, 2011
Costal Meeting April 25th 2011
Hi Everyone....
We have a fantastic meeting on tap for Monday, April 25. The lovely, talented and most of all, resourceful Steve Roos is going to put on a program that will benefit all who come. He will be showing and teaching about HOW TO MAKE YOUR OWN GEAR and showing gear he has made or modified to make his studio more efficient and cost effective. This promises to save us all money which everyone can use. Please mark your calendars. We will meet for dinner at a to be determined close-by restaurant at 5pm and start the meeting at 6pm and finish by 8pm....
I'm asking everyone who is planning to come to please bring your own chair because the studio space we are using has no seating available.
Carmen Ash stepped up to the plate and offered us her shooting space in Myrtle Beach for this meeting.. It is at 407 79th Ave North in a strip mall off Porcher Drive close to an Eye Care Place. Turn in by Northwood Chiropractic and this building is the 3rd door on the right. Park out front and walk around back and we'll prop open the door.
Everyone also please bring a cost-saving tip to share with the group.
Also the Midlands and Upstate are, as always, welcome to join us.
Come on out for a fun and informative meeting
Thanks
Kevin
Lamarr Williamson School of Photography
July 10-14, 2011
University of SC, Columbia, SC
2012 Annual Convention-Feb. 3-7, 2012
Embassy Suites, columbia, SC
For Hotel Reservations call 1-800-EMBASSY
We have a fantastic meeting on tap for Monday, April 25. The lovely, talented and most of all, resourceful Steve Roos is going to put on a program that will benefit all who come. He will be showing and teaching about HOW TO MAKE YOUR OWN GEAR and showing gear he has made or modified to make his studio more efficient and cost effective. This promises to save us all money which everyone can use. Please mark your calendars. We will meet for dinner at a to be determined close-by restaurant at 5pm and start the meeting at 6pm and finish by 8pm....
I'm asking everyone who is planning to come to please bring your own chair because the studio space we are using has no seating available.
Carmen Ash stepped up to the plate and offered us her shooting space in Myrtle Beach for this meeting.. It is at 407 79th Ave North in a strip mall off Porcher Drive close to an Eye Care Place. Turn in by Northwood Chiropractic and this building is the 3rd door on the right. Park out front and walk around back and we'll prop open the door.
Everyone also please bring a cost-saving tip to share with the group.
Also the Midlands and Upstate are, as always, welcome to join us.
Come on out for a fun and informative meeting
Thanks
Kevin
Lamarr Williamson School of Photography
July 10-14, 2011
University of SC, Columbia, SC
2012 Annual Convention-Feb. 3-7, 2012
Embassy Suites, columbia, SC
For Hotel Reservations call 1-800-EMBASSY
Tuesday, April 19, 2011
Midlands Background swap/sale Sunday June 5th, 2011
Thanks to all who came out for the background swap/sale at Shannon Mercer's studio last night.
We all went home with new backgrounds and with our bellies full of good food. Special thanks to Shannon for hosting and for the wonderful tour of his vineyards. We were all wishing we had a place like Shannon's estate!
Since it was such a success and because so many said they couldn't make it to this one, we've decided to do another on
Sunday, June 5th.
It will again be at Shannon Mercer's studio near Lexington from 4-6pm for backgrounds and props, followed from 6pm-7pm for a covered dish dinner.
Hope more can attend and bring backgrounds and props you'd like to swap and/or sell.
Sincerely,
Patty Hallman, CPP, AFP
Certified Professional Photographer (CPP)
Associate Fellow of Photography (AFP)
Hallman Photography, LLC
1305 Hwy. 601 South
Lugoff, SC 29078
803.318.4868 or 803.408.2533
http://hallmanphoto.com/
http://hallmanphotoblog.com/
Lamarr Williamson School of Photography
July 10-14, 2011
University of SC, Columbia, SC
2012 Annual Convention-Feb. 3-7, 2012
Embassy Suites, columbia, SC
For Hotel Reservations call 1-800-EMBASSY
We all went home with new backgrounds and with our bellies full of good food. Special thanks to Shannon for hosting and for the wonderful tour of his vineyards. We were all wishing we had a place like Shannon's estate!
Since it was such a success and because so many said they couldn't make it to this one, we've decided to do another on
Sunday, June 5th.
It will again be at Shannon Mercer's studio near Lexington from 4-6pm for backgrounds and props, followed from 6pm-7pm for a covered dish dinner.
Hope more can attend and bring backgrounds and props you'd like to swap and/or sell.
Sincerely,
Patty Hallman, CPP, AFP
Certified Professional Photographer (CPP)
Associate Fellow of Photography (AFP)
Hallman Photography, LLC
1305 Hwy. 601 South
Lugoff, SC 29078
803.318.4868 or 803.408.2533
http://hallmanphoto.com/
http://hallmanphotoblog.com/
Lamarr Williamson School of Photography
July 10-14, 2011
University of SC, Columbia, SC
2012 Annual Convention-Feb. 3-7, 2012
Embassy Suites, columbia, SC
For Hotel Reservations call 1-800-EMBASSY
Sunday, April 10, 2011
We need a host! Apritl 25th Costal Meeting
Hey Everybody,
We have a great Coastal Meeting planned for April 25 but we need a host....We have the incredibly resourceful Steve Roos who has agreed to teach a class on making your own gear and show several things that he has made for his studio. We are also planning to have everyone who comes to the meeting to share a cost savings tip that they have implemented in their studio. This meeting has the potential of saving you a ton of money in your business but we don't have a location to host this meeting. Steve is coming from Hartsville so we don't want him to have to travel too far, but this IS a Coastal Meeting so we agreed the Myrtle Beach area would be a good compromise. We are hoping to get some Midlands people to come also. If anyone has some space available somewhere in the Myrtle Beach area that could host this meeting on the evening of April 25, please let us know.
Thanks...
Kevin
Lamarr Williamson School of Photography
July 10-14, 2011
University of SC, Columbia, SC
2012 Annual Convention-Feb. 3-7, 2012
Embassy Suites, columbia, SC
For Hotel Reservations call 1-800-EMBASSY
We have a great Coastal Meeting planned for April 25 but we need a host....We have the incredibly resourceful Steve Roos who has agreed to teach a class on making your own gear and show several things that he has made for his studio. We are also planning to have everyone who comes to the meeting to share a cost savings tip that they have implemented in their studio. This meeting has the potential of saving you a ton of money in your business but we don't have a location to host this meeting. Steve is coming from Hartsville so we don't want him to have to travel too far, but this IS a Coastal Meeting so we agreed the Myrtle Beach area would be a good compromise. We are hoping to get some Midlands people to come also. If anyone has some space available somewhere in the Myrtle Beach area that could host this meeting on the evening of April 25, please let us know.
Thanks...
Kevin
Lamarr Williamson School of Photography
July 10-14, 2011
University of SC, Columbia, SC
2012 Annual Convention-Feb. 3-7, 2012
Embassy Suites, columbia, SC
For Hotel Reservations call 1-800-EMBASSY
Thursday, April 7, 2011
Monday April 18th Midlands Meeting
Shannon's idea for a background swap got me thinking.... how about we expand it and make it our April district meeting.
Better yet, let's make it for more than background swapping!
Here's the plan...
when: Monday, April 18th
where: at Shannon Mercer's "Pro Photo Services" studio located at 394 Walter Rawl Road, Lexington, SC 29072
what: background swap from 4pm to 6pm
plus: covered dish dinner from 6pm to 7pm
more yet: equipment swap or sale from 7pm to 9pm
So, come with backgrounds and/or equipment to swap or sell, bring a covered dish item and we'll have a grand time!
Please let me know what dish you can bring, also what equipment you may be bringing to sell or swap.
Come one, come all, no matter what district!
Here's a list of those who have said they are interested in the background swap...Shannon Mercer, Chastity Wilson, Nancy Pilat-Renner, Jennifer Easler, Patty Hallman, Collin Smith, Bill Barley, Ann Elam, Ringphoto, Michelle Gregory, Anne Westbury, Martha Truskolaski, Vicki Lovett, Carmen Ash, Jeanne Richardson, Fred Sally, and Karen Wohlers.
Sincerely,
Patty Hallman, CPP, AFP
Certified Professional Photographer (CPP)
Associate Fellow of Photography (AFP)
Hallman Photography, LLC
1305 Hwy. 601 South
Lugoff, SC 29078
803.318.4868 or 803.408.2533
http://hallmanphoto.com/
http://hallmanphotoblog.com/
Lamarr Williamson School of Photography
July 10-14, 2011
University of SC, Columbia, SC
2012 Annual Convention-Feb. 3-7, 2012
Embassy Suites, columbia, SC
For Hotel Reservations call 1-800-EMBASSY
Better yet, let's make it for more than background swapping!
Here's the plan...
when: Monday, April 18th
where: at Shannon Mercer's "Pro Photo Services" studio located at 394 Walter Rawl Road, Lexington, SC 29072
what: background swap from 4pm to 6pm
plus: covered dish dinner from 6pm to 7pm
more yet: equipment swap or sale from 7pm to 9pm
So, come with backgrounds and/or equipment to swap or sell, bring a covered dish item and we'll have a grand time!
Please let me know what dish you can bring, also what equipment you may be bringing to sell or swap.
Come one, come all, no matter what district!
Here's a list of those who have said they are interested in the background swap...Shannon Mercer, Chastity Wilson, Nancy Pilat-Renner, Jennifer Easler, Patty Hallman, Collin Smith, Bill Barley, Ann Elam, Ringphoto, Michelle Gregory, Anne Westbury, Martha Truskolaski, Vicki Lovett, Carmen Ash, Jeanne Richardson, Fred Sally, and Karen Wohlers.
Sincerely,
Patty Hallman, CPP, AFP
Certified Professional Photographer (CPP)
Associate Fellow of Photography (AFP)
Hallman Photography, LLC
1305 Hwy. 601 South
Lugoff, SC 29078
803.318.4868 or 803.408.2533
http://hallmanphoto.com/
http://hallmanphotoblog.com/
Lamarr Williamson School of Photography
July 10-14, 2011
University of SC, Columbia, SC
2012 Annual Convention-Feb. 3-7, 2012
Embassy Suites, columbia, SC
For Hotel Reservations call 1-800-EMBASSY
Upstate April 12th, 2011 Meeting
Some of the topic will include
"Value added aspect to both the photographer and customer in having access to a local lab." Networking and large prints. A Epson rep will also be there.
There will be light refreshments too. I look forward to this meeting!
Their web site is http://www.fotozoomer.com/ Their address and contact info is
1110 W. Butler Road, Suite A & B
Greenville, SC 29607-5791
Phone: (864) 286-6868
Fax: (864) 286-6767
The meeting will be at 6pm April 12.
Any questions call me.
Mike Cole cpp
fantastic foto freaks.com
864-201-4775
Lamarr Williamson School of Photography
July 10-14, 2011
University of SC, Columbia, SC
2012 Annual Convention-Feb. 3-7, 2012
Embassy Suites, columbia, SC
For Hotel Reservations call 1-800-EMBASSY
"Value added aspect to both the photographer and customer in having access to a local lab." Networking and large prints. A Epson rep will also be there.
There will be light refreshments too. I look forward to this meeting!
Their web site is http://www.fotozoomer.com/ Their address and contact info is
1110 W. Butler Road, Suite A & B
Greenville, SC 29607-5791
Phone: (864) 286-6868
Fax: (864) 286-6767
The meeting will be at 6pm April 12.
Any questions call me.
Mike Cole cpp
fantastic foto freaks.com
864-201-4775
Lamarr Williamson School of Photography
July 10-14, 2011
University of SC, Columbia, SC
2012 Annual Convention-Feb. 3-7, 2012
Embassy Suites, columbia, SC
For Hotel Reservations call 1-800-EMBASSY
Friday, April 1, 2011
Upstate April 12th 2011
Due to a family emergency the Upstate meeting as been moved to April 12th. The meeting will be held at a local company in Greenville called FotoZoomer.
We will have more details on subject matter in next few days, but looks to be an exciting meeting! Some topics will include but not limited to, working with a local lab, large format printing, networking etc..
The meeting will be on April 12th, a Tuesday, at 6pm. The Address for Fotozoomer is
1110 W. Butler Road, Suite A & B
Greenville, SC 29607-5791
Phone: (864) 286-6868
Fax: (864) 286-6767. Their web site is http://www.fotozoomer.com
See you there
Mike Cole cpp
864-201-4775
Lamarr Williamson School of Photography
July 10-14, 2011
University of SC, Columbia, SC
2012 Annual Convention-Feb. 3-7, 2012
Embassy Suites, columbia, SC
For Hotel Reservations call 1-800-EMBASSY
We will have more details on subject matter in next few days, but looks to be an exciting meeting! Some topics will include but not limited to, working with a local lab, large format printing, networking etc..
The meeting will be on April 12th, a Tuesday, at 6pm. The Address for Fotozoomer is
1110 W. Butler Road, Suite A & B
Greenville, SC 29607-5791
Phone: (864) 286-6868
Fax: (864) 286-6767. Their web site is http://www.fotozoomer.com
See you there
Mike Cole cpp
864-201-4775
Lamarr Williamson School of Photography
July 10-14, 2011
University of SC, Columbia, SC
2012 Annual Convention-Feb. 3-7, 2012
Embassy Suites, columbia, SC
For Hotel Reservations call 1-800-EMBASSY
Sunday, March 13, 2011
March 21st, 2011 Costal & Midlands Meeting Combined
Do you know everything about Photoshop that you need to know? Are you ready to start spending LESS time in front of the computer and getting BETTER results? Want to be in on the best productivity-enhancing and image-enhancing Photoshop secrets out there? Well we have the program for you!
Our own Corey Potter has been researching Photoshop and the most effective way to teach it for some time now and he is ready to share what he knows with a willing audience.
This program is a combined Midlands and Coastal Meeting held halfway between the two regions in Orangeburg so we are expecting a big turnout. And of course, as always, the Upstate is invited too.
We are going to start with dinner at 5pm at the Chestnut Grill in Orangeburg. 1455 Chestnut Street. The meeting will be from 6 – 8pm at Anne Westbury’s Studio in Orangeburg at 750 Russell St in Orangeburg.
Mark your calendars and we'll look forward to seeing you there!
Kevin
Lamarr Williamson School of Photography
July 10-14, 2011
University of SC, Columbia, SC
2012 Annual Convention-Feb. 3-7, 2012
Embassy Suites, columbia, SC
For Hotel Reservations call 1-800-EMBASSY
Tuesday, March 8, 2011
Upstate Meeting March 8th, 2011
Tonight is the big as in wide format "Be your own lab" meeting with the great Charlie Jordan! You will not want to miss this one! (or any one for that matter)
Meeting will be at 6pm at Charlie's home on the water! His info is
Charlie Jordan AFPH, FPH
Jordan's
150 Portman Dr.
Townville, SC 29689
864- 287-3737
I am hoping Charlie will post some real easy directions to get there so stay tuned!
Mike Cole Photography cpp
864-201-4775
You cant get here from there...you gotta go over yonder....
Now the truth.....if you go south on I 85 you will get off at exit 11...which is hwy 24.....turn right in the direction of Townville...go about a quarter mile just past Oakdale Bapt Church...turn right on Oakdale Rd.....go about 1 mile and turn right onto Portman Drive......I'm the 9th house on the right.....sorta down under the hill....
things to be aware of......#1 the road sign at Portman has been stolen....so you actually turn rt at the 2nd county road on Oakdale....there's just no sign...
#2 if you are using a GPS be absolutely positive that you have Portman Drive....there's more Portmans than people in Townville...
#3 have no more ideas.....other than if you're coming from Oconee county you will want to be on 24...and turn left just before you get to Oakdale Bapt church....
My phone is 864 287 3737
Lamarr Williamson School of Photography
July 10-14, 2011
University of SC, Columbia, SC
2012 Annual Convention-Feb. 3-7, 2012
Embassy Suites, columbia, SC
For Hotel Reservations call 1-800-EMB
Meeting will be at 6pm at Charlie's home on the water! His info is
Charlie Jordan AFPH, FPH
Jordan's
150 Portman Dr.
Townville, SC 29689
864- 287-3737
I am hoping Charlie will post some real easy directions to get there so stay tuned!
Mike Cole Photography cpp
864-201-4775
You cant get here from there...you gotta go over yonder....
Now the truth.....if you go south on I 85 you will get off at exit 11...which is hwy 24.....turn right in the direction of Townville...go about a quarter mile just past Oakdale Bapt Church...turn right on Oakdale Rd.....go about 1 mile and turn right onto Portman Drive......I'm the 9th house on the right.....sorta down under the hill....
things to be aware of......#1 the road sign at Portman has been stolen....so you actually turn rt at the 2nd county road on Oakdale....there's just no sign...
#2 if you are using a GPS be absolutely positive that you have Portman Drive....there's more Portmans than people in Townville...
#3 have no more ideas.....other than if you're coming from Oconee county you will want to be on 24...and turn left just before you get to Oakdale Bapt church....
My phone is 864 287 3737
Lamarr Williamson School of Photography
July 10-14, 2011
University of SC, Columbia, SC
2012 Annual Convention-Feb. 3-7, 2012
Embassy Suites, columbia, SC
For Hotel Reservations call 1-800-EMB
Tuesday, March 1, 2011
Costal Meeting Plans for 2011
Here is the schedule of proposed dates for Coastal Meetings this year.
We have some really good meeting topics planned and are going to
incorporate some new ideas into our regular meetings to try to:
infuse some new ideas,
inspire some new thinking, and
incite some new members.
We are trying to change our meeting date to something more regular and
generally go with the third Monday with the exceptions of April and
November to avoid Easter and Thanksgiving conflicts. Except for
March, which is pretty much confirmed to be a combined Coastal and
Midlands meeting with Corey Potter teaching Photoshop in Orangeburg at
Anne Westbury's location, we are looking for comments from anyone on
the following dates.
3/21/2011
4/18/2011 or 4/25/2011
5/16/2011
6/20/2011
no meeting due to Lamar school
8/22/2011
9/19/2011
10/17/2011
11/14/2011
unplanned as of yet
Kevin Bevins
Tammy Bevins Photography
Lamarr Williamson School of Photography
July 10-14, 2011
University of SC, Columbia, SC
2012 Annual Convention-Feb. 3-7, 2012
Embassy Suites, columbia, SC
For Hotel Reservations call 1-800-EMBASSY
We have some really good meeting topics planned and are going to
incorporate some new ideas into our regular meetings to try to:
infuse some new ideas,
inspire some new thinking, and
incite some new members.
We are trying to change our meeting date to something more regular and
generally go with the third Monday with the exceptions of April and
November to avoid Easter and Thanksgiving conflicts. Except for
March, which is pretty much confirmed to be a combined Coastal and
Midlands meeting with Corey Potter teaching Photoshop in Orangeburg at
Anne Westbury's location, we are looking for comments from anyone on
the following dates.
3/21/2011
4/18/2011 or 4/25/2011
5/16/2011
6/20/2011
no meeting due to Lamar school
8/22/2011
9/19/2011
10/17/2011
11/14/2011
unplanned as of yet
Kevin Bevins
Tammy Bevins Photography
Lamarr Williamson School of Photography
July 10-14, 2011
University of SC, Columbia, SC
2012 Annual Convention-Feb. 3-7, 2012
Embassy Suites, columbia, SC
For Hotel Reservations call 1-800-EMBASSY
Tuesday, February 22, 2011
March 8th Upstate Meeting
OK, we are off to a great start this year! The first upstate meeting is a great one, chunked full of great information!
Our meeting will be with Charlie Jordan, also know as Santa. Charlie's subject will be.. Making yourself your lab! The advantages of printing your own work. Charlie will cover capture to print. Some of the information will include setting up your own printer and which size is right for you, calibration from screen to print, cost of lab verses printing yourself and more..
Charlie will shoot an image there and print that image. It will be a lot of fun and very informative.
The meeting will be at Charlie's home studio and lab in beautiful, on the lake, Townville at 6pm March 8th.. This meeting is second Tuesday this month, due to scheduling conflicts. Charlie's address is 150 Portman Dr.Townville,SC 29689.
See everyone there!
Mike Cole cpp
864-201-4775
Lamarr Williamson School of Photography
July 10-14, 2011
University of SC, Columbia, SC
2012 Annual Convention-Feb. 3-7, 2012
Embassy Suites, columbia, SC
For Hotel Reservations call 1-800-EMBASSY
Friday, February 18, 2011
Print Competition Winners February 2011
Portrait Category
Women
Distinguished Award
"Exotic Shooter" Mike Cole
Men
First
"Concerto Master" Mitchell Richardson
Distinguished
"Thomas in the Bentley Boneyard" David Junker
"American Craftsman" Margaret Atwood
Children
First
"Southern Belle" Clark Berry
Distinguished
"Petite Princess" Mitchell Richardson
"Angels Veil" Clark Berry
Seniors
First
"Too Cool for School" Clark Berry
Distinguished
"Amber Rose" Karen Wohlers
"Brea" Karen Wohlers
Groups
First
"Holding Faith" Clark Berry
Distinguished
"Lagun el Amor" Gregg Martin
"Summer Stroll" Mitchell Richardson
Best Portrait
"Holding Faith" Clark Berry
Kodak Gallery
"Holding Faith" Clark Berry
Fuji Masterpiece
"Concerto Master" Mitchell Richardson
Commercial Category
Architecture
Distinguished
"Still Hopes House" Bill Barley
Product
First
"Vintage Rose" Gregg Martin
General
First
"American Made" Gregg Martin
Distinguished
"Solitary Pleasure" Bill Barley
"Rick Kattouf-RX Nutrition" David Junker
Best Commercial
"American Made" Gregg Martin
Kodak Gallery
"American Made" Gregg Martin
Illustrative/Art Category
Scenic
First
"Golden Tide" Mitchell Richardson
Distinguished
"Old Sheldon Church" Katie Hart
"Remembering Currier & Ives" Mike Cole
Unclassified
First
"American Dream" Mike Cole
Distinguished
"The Way Things Were" Mike Cole
"Stargazer" Gregg Martin
Photojournalism
First
"Not Today Boys" Gregg Martin
Distinguished
"Not Holds Barred" John Wollwerth
"The Face of Conflict" John Wollwerth
Best Illustrative/Art
"American Dream" Mike Cole
Kodak Gallery
"American Dream" Mike Cole
Wedding/Event
Bridal
First
"Natural Beauty" Clark Berry
Distinguished
"Tequila Sunrise" Gregg Martin
"Alexandra" Clark Berry
Candid
Distinguished
"Unending Love" Mitchell Richardson"
"Trust" David Junker
Album
First
"Carrie & Jeremy" Tiffiney Addis
Distinguished
"My Senior Year" Mitchell Richardson"
"Under the Shade of the Old Oak Tree" Michael Koska
Best Wedding/Event
"Natural Beauty" Clark Berry
Kodak Gallery
"Natural Beauty" Clark Berry
Best Black & White
"Too Cool for School" Clark Berry
Best of Show
"American Dream" Mike Cole
Peoples Choice
"American Dream" Mike Cole
Highest Score
"Rick Kattouf-RX Nutrition" David Junker
First Timer
David Junker
Photographer of the Year
Gregg Martin
Top Ten
10-Karen Wohlers
9-Katie Hart
8-Tiffiney Addis
7-Bill Barley
6-Michael Koska
5-David Junker
4-Mike Cole
3-Michell Richardson
2-Clark Berry
1-Gregg Martin
Judges
Mark Garber
Jennifer Gilman
Larry Lourcey
Pete Wright
Jeff Bowman
Carmen Schettino
John Wrightenberry
Women
Distinguished Award
"Exotic Shooter" Mike Cole
Men
First
"Concerto Master" Mitchell Richardson
Distinguished
"Thomas in the Bentley Boneyard" David Junker
"American Craftsman" Margaret Atwood
Children
First
"Southern Belle" Clark Berry
Distinguished
"Petite Princess" Mitchell Richardson
"Angels Veil" Clark Berry
Seniors
First
"Too Cool for School" Clark Berry
Distinguished
"Amber Rose" Karen Wohlers
"Brea" Karen Wohlers
Groups
First
"Holding Faith" Clark Berry
Distinguished
"Lagun el Amor" Gregg Martin
"Summer Stroll" Mitchell Richardson
Best Portrait
"Holding Faith" Clark Berry
Kodak Gallery
"Holding Faith" Clark Berry
Fuji Masterpiece
"Concerto Master" Mitchell Richardson
Commercial Category
Architecture
Distinguished
"Still Hopes House" Bill Barley
Product
First
"Vintage Rose" Gregg Martin
General
First
"American Made" Gregg Martin
Distinguished
"Solitary Pleasure" Bill Barley
"Rick Kattouf-RX Nutrition" David Junker
Best Commercial
"American Made" Gregg Martin
Kodak Gallery
"American Made" Gregg Martin
Illustrative/Art Category
Scenic
First
"Golden Tide" Mitchell Richardson
Distinguished
"Old Sheldon Church" Katie Hart
"Remembering Currier & Ives" Mike Cole
Unclassified
First
"American Dream" Mike Cole
Distinguished
"The Way Things Were" Mike Cole
"Stargazer" Gregg Martin
Photojournalism
First
"Not Today Boys" Gregg Martin
Distinguished
"Not Holds Barred" John Wollwerth
"The Face of Conflict" John Wollwerth
Best Illustrative/Art
"American Dream" Mike Cole
Kodak Gallery
"American Dream" Mike Cole
Wedding/Event
Bridal
First
"Natural Beauty" Clark Berry
Distinguished
"Tequila Sunrise" Gregg Martin
"Alexandra" Clark Berry
Candid
Distinguished
"Unending Love" Mitchell Richardson"
"Trust" David Junker
Album
First
"Carrie & Jeremy" Tiffiney Addis
Distinguished
"My Senior Year" Mitchell Richardson"
"Under the Shade of the Old Oak Tree" Michael Koska
Best Wedding/Event
"Natural Beauty" Clark Berry
Kodak Gallery
"Natural Beauty" Clark Berry
Best Black & White
"Too Cool for School" Clark Berry
Best of Show
"American Dream" Mike Cole
Peoples Choice
"American Dream" Mike Cole
Highest Score
"Rick Kattouf-RX Nutrition" David Junker
First Timer
David Junker
Photographer of the Year
Gregg Martin
Top Ten
10-Karen Wohlers
9-Katie Hart
8-Tiffiney Addis
7-Bill Barley
6-Michael Koska
5-David Junker
4-Mike Cole
3-Michell Richardson
2-Clark Berry
1-Gregg Martin
Judges
Mark Garber
Jennifer Gilman
Larry Lourcey
Pete Wright
Jeff Bowman
Carmen Schettino
John Wrightenberry
Thursday, February 3, 2011
Convention FAQ's and everything else you wanted to know!
The dice are out! Its time for the PPSC 2011 Convention - February 5th - 8th. Our theme this year comes from the Casino - "All In." I know you are packing your bags and getting ready to head to Embassy Suites in Columbia, SC. and we are looking forward to a great convention!
You may have some questions about time-lines and events. As Hospitality Chair and Banquet Chair, I'll try to provide all of the details you will need here, but if you have any further questions, please don't hesitate to send me an email at becki@clarkberry.com.
Location
Embassy Suites is located off I-126 at the Greystone Blvd (Riverbanks Zoo) exit.
200 Stoneridge Drive, Columbia, SC 29210 Tel: 803-252-8700
Registration
The registration desk opens Saturday at 1:00 PM. Be sure to check in to get your registration packet full of all the information you are going to need. Convention t-shirts and raffle tickets will also be available at this time. Shirts are sold on a first come, first served basis and this year we've ordered even more "Ladies-Cut" t-shirts - they were really popular last year! Be sure to get yours early to assure you get the sizes you need!
But, what shall I wear?
Be sure to dress comfortably for all seminars as hotels can be cool at times even though you are indoors.
Saturday Night - Opening Day Casino Party - casual - come as you are!
Sunday Night - President's Reception/SuperBowl Party - dress code: Team Spirit! Wear your favorite team attire - even if they didn't make it to the Superbowl.
Monday Night - Award's Banquet - dress code: business, informal. Nice shirt and slacks are perfect.
What are we eating?
Meals will be on your own. If you are a guest at the hotel, breakfast is included each morning as well as the Manager's Reception which includes soft drinks, adult beverages (beer, wine, liquor), and snacks from 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM daily.
Sunday Night - Superbowl Party - Brick Oven Pizzas, Wings & Chilli will be served.
Monday Night - Awards Banquet - the menu consists of salad, grilled filet mignon & grilled shrimp, vegetables, rolls and dessert. A cash bar will also be available.
Just for fun!
We have a Hospitality Room located in room #429 that's open Friday - Monday. This is a great place to hang out during the afternoon and evening hours. Everyone is encouraged to come hang out and enjoy this room - bring snacks, drinks (soda, water, adult beverages, etc.) and even homemade goodies! This is a great place to get to know your fellow PPSC Members even more. Last year we had such a great time in the Hospitality Room!
For even more detailed information read further:
Saturday - Print Salon starts at 9 AM. You don't want to miss watching this exciting and nerve-wracking event. Even if you don't have prints in the competition (what are you waiting for!?!?) you'll find this very educational as you listen to a panel of accredited judges score prints from photographers all across SC. Print Salon is open to all PPSC Members and the public - so feel free to invite others that are interested.
Beginning at 2 PM speaker Bill Grant begins his seminar on Video Production. With most photographers owning cameras that also record HD video, you won't want to miss what Bill has to say!
Grab a quick bite to eat then be sure to be there when Opening Day Casino Night starts at 7 PM. Dave Gilbert of PartyTime DJ's opens up the tables for a fun night for all! Come out and enjoy this fun time and socialize with other PPSC Members.
Sunday - Mark Garber and Jennifer Gilman will get the day going with their program on weddings beginning at 9 AM. After lunch, the Trade Show runs from 1 PM - 5 PM. The trade show is open to the public, so be sure to invite your friends in the industry to come check out all of the great vendors that will be here! Its great to support the vendors who support PPSC - without them, we simply could not have our convention.
At 5 PM the Annual Business Meeting will be held. (Hey, not all of the convention can be all fun.) We definitely need you there because we have a few important items to take care of like voting on the new Board of Directors.
At 6 PM its time to get your game face on as we enjoy the President's Reception and SuperBowl Party! (menu and dress details above)
Monday - The Trade Show opens back up at 9 AM and runs until Noon. Don't miss your last chance to walk through and meet with all of the great vendors who support PPSC.
At 1:30 PM Larry Lourcey will begin his seminar on The Home Studio. This will be great for all photographers to hear even if you currently have a retail location.
The evening events begin at 6:30 PM with a reception before the 7 PM Awards Banquet and Dinner. (menu and dress details above) At 9 PM Bill Grant's band Love Hudson will start playing for a fun and dance-filled evening.
Tuesday - Jeff Bowman begins his High School Seniors program at 8:30 AM and then we'll break for an early lunch around 11:30 AM. Pete Wright will begin his program on The Art of Life at 12:30 PM. Pete's program will run until around 3:30 PM and will conclude our convention for 2011.
I am looking forward to seeing you all at convention and if you haven't signed up yet, its not too late!
It's time to get "All In!"
Becki Berry
Hospitality Chair
Banquet Chair
You may have some questions about time-lines and events. As Hospitality Chair and Banquet Chair, I'll try to provide all of the details you will need here, but if you have any further questions, please don't hesitate to send me an email at becki@clarkberry.com.
Location
Embassy Suites is located off I-126 at the Greystone Blvd (Riverbanks Zoo) exit.
200 Stoneridge Drive, Columbia, SC 29210 Tel: 803-252-8700
Registration
The registration desk opens Saturday at 1:00 PM. Be sure to check in to get your registration packet full of all the information you are going to need. Convention t-shirts and raffle tickets will also be available at this time. Shirts are sold on a first come, first served basis and this year we've ordered even more "Ladies-Cut" t-shirts - they were really popular last year! Be sure to get yours early to assure you get the sizes you need!
But, what shall I wear?
Be sure to dress comfortably for all seminars as hotels can be cool at times even though you are indoors.
Saturday Night - Opening Day Casino Party - casual - come as you are!
Sunday Night - President's Reception/SuperBowl Party - dress code: Team Spirit! Wear your favorite team attire - even if they didn't make it to the Superbowl.
Monday Night - Award's Banquet - dress code: business, informal. Nice shirt and slacks are perfect.
What are we eating?
Meals will be on your own. If you are a guest at the hotel, breakfast is included each morning as well as the Manager's Reception which includes soft drinks, adult beverages (beer, wine, liquor), and snacks from 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM daily.
Sunday Night - Superbowl Party - Brick Oven Pizzas, Wings & Chilli will be served.
Monday Night - Awards Banquet - the menu consists of salad, grilled filet mignon & grilled shrimp, vegetables, rolls and dessert. A cash bar will also be available.
Just for fun!
We have a Hospitality Room located in room #429 that's open Friday - Monday. This is a great place to hang out during the afternoon and evening hours. Everyone is encouraged to come hang out and enjoy this room - bring snacks, drinks (soda, water, adult beverages, etc.) and even homemade goodies! This is a great place to get to know your fellow PPSC Members even more. Last year we had such a great time in the Hospitality Room!
For even more detailed information read further:
Saturday - Print Salon starts at 9 AM. You don't want to miss watching this exciting and nerve-wracking event. Even if you don't have prints in the competition (what are you waiting for!?!?) you'll find this very educational as you listen to a panel of accredited judges score prints from photographers all across SC. Print Salon is open to all PPSC Members and the public - so feel free to invite others that are interested.
Beginning at 2 PM speaker Bill Grant begins his seminar on Video Production. With most photographers owning cameras that also record HD video, you won't want to miss what Bill has to say!
Grab a quick bite to eat then be sure to be there when Opening Day Casino Night starts at 7 PM. Dave Gilbert of PartyTime DJ's opens up the tables for a fun night for all! Come out and enjoy this fun time and socialize with other PPSC Members.
Sunday - Mark Garber and Jennifer Gilman will get the day going with their program on weddings beginning at 9 AM. After lunch, the Trade Show runs from 1 PM - 5 PM. The trade show is open to the public, so be sure to invite your friends in the industry to come check out all of the great vendors that will be here! Its great to support the vendors who support PPSC - without them, we simply could not have our convention.
At 5 PM the Annual Business Meeting will be held. (Hey, not all of the convention can be all fun.) We definitely need you there because we have a few important items to take care of like voting on the new Board of Directors.
At 6 PM its time to get your game face on as we enjoy the President's Reception and SuperBowl Party! (menu and dress details above)
Monday - The Trade Show opens back up at 9 AM and runs until Noon. Don't miss your last chance to walk through and meet with all of the great vendors who support PPSC.
At 1:30 PM Larry Lourcey will begin his seminar on The Home Studio. This will be great for all photographers to hear even if you currently have a retail location.
The evening events begin at 6:30 PM with a reception before the 7 PM Awards Banquet and Dinner. (menu and dress details above) At 9 PM Bill Grant's band Love Hudson will start playing for a fun and dance-filled evening.
Tuesday - Jeff Bowman begins his High School Seniors program at 8:30 AM and then we'll break for an early lunch around 11:30 AM. Pete Wright will begin his program on The Art of Life at 12:30 PM. Pete's program will run until around 3:30 PM and will conclude our convention for 2011.
I am looking forward to seeing you all at convention and if you haven't signed up yet, its not too late!
It's time to get "All In!"
Becki Berry
Hospitality Chair
Banquet Chair
Thursday, January 13, 2011
Midlands January 18th get together
Sorry everyone, but due to weather and timing, we won't be able to reschedule the January Midlands regular meeting. We'll move the same program on Color Harmony with Suellen Holmes to March.
For anyone interested, I would like to have a Midlands dinner gathering on Tuesday, January 18th at 6:00pm at El Chico on Bush River Road. They have a meeting room where we can eat, visit and share ideas. Would be a great time to get input on things like image titles for print competition! RSVP if you can attend so I'll know how many to set up for.
In the meanwhile, PLEASE send me your suggestions for meeting topics, and also let me know if you're willing to host and/or speak at a meeting this year.
Hope to see everyone in February at the convention!
Sincerely,
Patty Hallman, CPP, AFP
Certified Professional Photographer (CPP)
Associate Fellow of Photography (AFP)
Hallman Photography, LLC
1305 Hwy. 601 South
Lugoff, SC 29078
803.318.4868 or 803.408.2533
http://hallmanphoto.com/
http://hallmanphotoblog.com/
Lamarr Williamson School of Photography
July 11-15, 2010
University of SC, Columbia, SC
2011 Annual Convention-Feb. 4-8, 2011
Embassy Suites, columbia, SC
For Hotel Reservations call 1-800-EMBASSY
For anyone interested, I would like to have a Midlands dinner gathering on Tuesday, January 18th at 6:00pm at El Chico on Bush River Road. They have a meeting room where we can eat, visit and share ideas. Would be a great time to get input on things like image titles for print competition! RSVP if you can attend so I'll know how many to set up for.
In the meanwhile, PLEASE send me your suggestions for meeting topics, and also let me know if you're willing to host and/or speak at a meeting this year.
Hope to see everyone in February at the convention!
Sincerely,
Patty Hallman, CPP, AFP
Certified Professional Photographer (CPP)
Associate Fellow of Photography (AFP)
Hallman Photography, LLC
1305 Hwy. 601 South
Lugoff, SC 29078
803.318.4868 or 803.408.2533
http://hallmanphoto.com/
http://hallmanphotoblog.com/
Lamarr Williamson School of Photography
July 11-15, 2010
University of SC, Columbia, SC
2011 Annual Convention-Feb. 4-8, 2011
Embassy Suites, columbia, SC
For Hotel Reservations call 1-800-EMBASSY
Monday, January 10, 2011
Midlands January 10th Meeting Canceled due to bad weather
Hey Everybody
Lamarr Williamson School of Photography
July 11-15, 2010
University of SC, Columbia, SC
2011 Annual Convention-Feb. 4-8, 2011
Embassy Suites, columbia, SC
For Hotel Reservations call 1-800-EMBASSY
Lamarr Williamson School of Photography
July 11-15, 2010
University of SC, Columbia, SC
2011 Annual Convention-Feb. 4-8, 2011
Embassy Suites, columbia, SC
For Hotel Reservations call 1-800-EMBASSY
Thursday, January 6, 2011
Monday January 10th Midlands Meeting
Sorry for the short notice, but the plans are finally set for our Midlands District Meeting for this month!
The meeting will be Monday, January 10th in Newberry at Debbie Turner's studio, Turner Photography and Restoration.
Suellen Holmes will be presenting a program on using color to your advantage in your work.
She will be teaching us how color harmony can make or break an image. Suellen says that learning to use color to your advantage will open up a new world in your photography. Also, color harmony is one of the most important elements in print competition, so this is a perfect follow-up meeting to tonight's upstate meeting for those interested in competition prints.
Suellen also says she has some neat tricks that she will be sharing with us, so don't miss out!
For those who can make it, we'll be having dinner at 5:30pm at Delamater's, located at 1117 Boyce Street in Newberry, just 3 doors down from the Newberry Opera House. Check out their menu at www.delamaters.com.
Debbie says they have the best she crab soup in the world!
The meeting will start at 7:00pm at Debbie's studio, located at 1103 Caldwell Street, Newberry, SC 29108. (803)276-8725.
Debbie says we need to park next door to the new library, which is across the street from the side of her studio building.
Please bring a chair if you can.
Hope to see lots of you there!
Sincerely,
Patty Hallman, CPP, AFP
Certified Professional Photographer (CPP)
Associate Fellow of Photography (AFP)
Hallman Photography, LLC
1305 Hwy. 601 South
Lugoff, SC 29078
803.318.4868 or 803.408.2533
http://hallmanphoto.com/
http://hallmanphotoblog.com/
Lamarr Williamson School of Photography
July 11-15, 2010
University of SC, Columbia, SC
2011 Annual Convention-Feb. 4-8, 2011
Embassy Suites, columbia, SC
For Hotel Reservations call 1-800-EMBASSY
The meeting will be Monday, January 10th in Newberry at Debbie Turner's studio, Turner Photography and Restoration.
Suellen Holmes will be presenting a program on using color to your advantage in your work.
She will be teaching us how color harmony can make or break an image. Suellen says that learning to use color to your advantage will open up a new world in your photography. Also, color harmony is one of the most important elements in print competition, so this is a perfect follow-up meeting to tonight's upstate meeting for those interested in competition prints.
Suellen also says she has some neat tricks that she will be sharing with us, so don't miss out!
For those who can make it, we'll be having dinner at 5:30pm at Delamater's, located at 1117 Boyce Street in Newberry, just 3 doors down from the Newberry Opera House. Check out their menu at www.delamaters.com.
Debbie says they have the best she crab soup in the world!
The meeting will start at 7:00pm at Debbie's studio, located at 1103 Caldwell Street, Newberry, SC 29108. (803)276-8725.
Debbie says we need to park next door to the new library, which is across the street from the side of her studio building.
Please bring a chair if you can.
Hope to see lots of you there!
Sincerely,
Patty Hallman, CPP, AFP
Certified Professional Photographer (CPP)
Associate Fellow of Photography (AFP)
Hallman Photography, LLC
1305 Hwy. 601 South
Lugoff, SC 29078
803.318.4868 or 803.408.2533
http://hallmanphoto.com/
http://hallmanphotoblog.com/
Lamarr Williamson School of Photography
July 11-15, 2010
University of SC, Columbia, SC
2011 Annual Convention-Feb. 4-8, 2011
Embassy Suites, columbia, SC
For Hotel Reservations call 1-800-EMBASSY
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