Professional Photographersof South Carolina

Print Competition for the annual convention

2012-01-07T13:51:00.003-05:00

The new print competition rules are up on the website now. I encourage all our members to enter. This is one of the key elements that has helped me in creativity and technique in my photography! Please start thinking about what you want to enter and go on the print competition website to register your entries. There are 2 changes in the print competition rules from last year. You can enter up to 6 images this year and all the sizing and mounting will be the same for masters and other entries. email or message me if you have any questions. The deadline for delivery of your print cases is Friday, February 3rd 6PM at the Embassy Suites hotel in Columbia, SC.

January 9th combined coastal and midlands workshop!

2011-12-25T21:20:00.003-05:00

2011-11-14T11:09:00.000-05:00

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-3
Lexington, 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!

October 24th, Midlands & Upstate Meetings Combined

2011-10-18T13:56:00.002-04:00

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

Upstate Meeting Monday September 26th, 2011 6:30pm

2011-09-14T13:42:00.001-04:00

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

Photographer

Muse 10 Photography, LLC

Mailing Address:

P.O. Box 364

Greenville, SC 29602

Studio Location:

802 Augusta Street

Greenville, SC 20605

david@muse10photography.com

(864) 553-9235

http://www.muse10photography.com

http://www.facebook.com/muse10photography

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

Costal Meeting Monday September 19th, 2011

2011-09-07T14:14:00.002-04:00

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

Midlands Meeting Tuesday September 13th, 2011

2011-09-07T14:13:00.000-04:00

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

Costal Meeting Monday August 22nd, 2011

2011-08-19T10:22:00.002-04:00

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

Midlands Meeting Tuesday August 16th, 2011

2011-08-09T15:02:00.000-04:00

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/

Upstate Meeting Thursday August 18th, 2011

2011-08-04T13:35:00.002-04:00

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!

"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!

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

david@muse10photography.com

(864) 553-9235

http://www.muse10photography.com

http://www.facebook.com/muse10photography

Coastal Meeting Monday June 20th, 2011

2011-06-14T14:20:00.000-04:00

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

Midlands June 7th, 2011 Meeting

2011-06-02T09:07:00.001-04:00

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

Midlands May 24, 2011 Meeting

2011-05-14T14:54:00.001-04:00

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

Costal May 16, 2011 Meeting

2011-05-11T08:59:00.000-04:00

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

Costal Meeting April 25th 2011

2011-04-25T10:59:00.000-04:00

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

Costal Meeting April 25th 2011

2011-04-20T16:19:00.001-04:00

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

Midlands Background swap/sale Sunday June 5th, 2011

2011-04-19T14:49:00.000-04:00

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 need a host! Apritl 25th Costal Meeting

2011-04-10T09:59:00.000-04:00

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

Monday April 18th Midlands Meeting

2011-04-07T22:01:00.000-04:00

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

Upstate April 12th, 2011 Meeting

2011-04-07T08:42:00.000-04:00

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

Upstate April 12th 2011

2011-04-01T12:31:00.001-04:00

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

March 21st, 2011 Costal & Midlands Meeting Combined

2011-03-13T19:46:00.001-04:00

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

Upstate Meeting March 8th, 2011

2011-03-08T10:23:00.008-05:00

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

Costal Meeting Plans for 2011

2011-03-01T11:18:00.000-05:00

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

March 8th Upstate Meeting

2011-02-22T12:42:00.000-05:00

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

Print Competition Winners February 2011

2011-02-18T09:32:00.003-05:00

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

Convention FAQ's and everything else you wanted to know!

2011-02-03T17:02:00.000-05:00

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

Midlands January 18th get together

2011-01-13T13:44:00.000-05:00

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

Midlands January 10th Meeting Canceled due to bad weather

2011-01-10T10:18:00.000-05:00

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

Monday January 10th Midlands Meeting

2011-01-06T10:53:00.000-05:00

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

Upstate December Meeting Moved to Januaray 6th

2010-12-08T08:55:00.000-05:00

Due to the fact this is a crazy time of year for all of us, we are postponing the Print Competition scheduled for tomorrow, to Thursday, January 6th. This will give everyone a better opportunity to make the meeting. Mark your calendars now and start pulling some files or prints to be critiqued. It will be a great learning experience for all of us.

Mitchell Richardson
Mitchell's Photography
Greenville, SC
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

December 8th Upstate Meeting

2010-12-02T13:23:00.000-05:00

Ok here are the final details....

The Upstate Meeting on print competition, has been changed to WEDNESDAY night on December 8th.......Please note date and time...

Meeting will start at 6pm at Mitchells Photography on 1325 Miller Road Suite 1, Greenville, SC 29615

If you would like something to eat first, we will me at Peppino's Pizza in same shopping center at 1325 Miller rd.At 5-5:15pm

We will discuss the guidelines for a competition print, the rules for entering, show some past winners & losers (those would be mine), also bring 2 or 3 of your own prints in print or digital format and we will review those too at

end of meeting.

Alot of people pay good money to see a national speaker on a nation wide tour. Alot of the meetings we have here are hosted by people with alot more experience and alot more know how and of course a lot more one on one. This meetings are packed full of good "STUFF". Why pay big bucks for a class with someone with less experience and know how, when you can come to our monthly meetings for Zero dollars for first meeting and Zero dollars for first year membership in PPSC and then Zero dollars for all the other meetings????? If you miss these meetings you are really missing out. Even if the subject does not fly up in hit you in face, GO ANYWAY ! You will be glad you did every time....

Mike Cole Photography.com

864-201-4775

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

December 14th Midlands Christmas Party

2010-12-01T11:33:00.000-05:00

The Midlands Christmas Party will be held on
Tuesday, December 14th beginning at 7pm
at Shannon Mercer's studio located at
395 Walter Rawl Road, Lexington, SC 29472.

Everyone, please bring one drink or one appetizer of your choice to share.
RSVP to let us know you're coming and what you're bringing, too, please.

Hope you'll all come to spread some holiday cheer!

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

December 6th Midlands Meeting

2010-12-01T11:31:00.000-05:00

Here are the details on the Can o' worms meeting:

December 6 @ Clark Berry's Studio

We will start at 7 and go until.

Bring a chair to sit in.

We will be discussing the future of photography, how to better provide what our clients want, and

anything else that may come up. Please come with an open mind, and be focused on working

together to better serve our clients. This will be a forum style of meeting where we are happy

to hear your ideas.

Email me with any other topics you'd like to discuss and to let me know if you are coming.

In Christ,

Lee Bradshaw

One27Media

www.one27media.com

info@one27media.com

803.767.8629

November 9th Midlands Meeting

2010-11-03T10:06:00.000-04:00

Don't miss the next Midlands District Meeting on
Tuesday, November 9th at 7pm
at Barber Photography, 3506 Bush River Road, Columbia, SC 29210.

The speaker will be Bill Grant of Grant PhotoVideo/Grant Digital Media.
The topic is "Social Media Marketing". Bill will be presenting 10 things that will improve your social media experience.
Bill says "There's a lot of talk of the negative in social media, so let's clear up some misconceptions and get people going on the right track. Social media is the biggest change in communication since the internet and we all need to be in a place to take advantage of it."

If you're interested in learning more about effective and free marketing, then you shouldn't miss this meeting!

No plans right now for dinner prior to the meeting, but if you're interested, let me know and we'll pick a dinner location close to the Barbers.

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

Upstate Novemeber 2nd Meeting

2010-10-28T22:16:00.000-04:00

Hello folks, get ready for another great meeting in the Upstate!

The November meeting will featrure Suellen Holmes of Holmes Photography. Suellen will be discussing using layers in Photoshop to create texture and inhance your images. These days we have to set our work apart from others and this is a great way to do it! Suellen will show a live demostration using projection.

The meeting is Tuesday November 2nd at 6:30 at Suellen's studio in Laurens, SC. The address is 100 S. Public Square in Laurens right next to the Capitol Theatre. The phone there is 864-681-7777. So get out and VOTE and then come to a really great meeting!

Also get your competition prints ready for the December meeting !

Mike Cole Photography.com

864-201-4775

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

October 19th Midlands Meeting

2010-10-08T11:58:00.001-04:00

The Midlands District Meeting will be a week later than usual this month.

We'll be meeting on Tuesday, October 19th at C. Wilson Studio located at
1001 South Cashua Drive, Suite E, Florence, SC 29501.

Jeanne Richardson is doing an encore presentation of her Coastal meeting on
Sales and Marketing in a Slow Economy. She got rave reviews so Chastity wanted
to make the program available to folks in the Midlands, or to anyone who missed it
earlier this year.

Jeanne will start the program at 6:30pm, and there will be pizza and drinks available
at 6pm for anyone wanting to partake. Please bring $5 to contribute to the pizza fund
if you plan on eating. Also, please RSVP to me so I can let Chastity know how many to
expect for the meeting as well as for pizza.

If anyone wants to ride with me from Lugoff, just let me know.

Have a great weekend and hope to see lots of folks at the meeting on October 19th!

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

September 14th Midlands Meeting

2010-09-07T21:38:00.000-04:00

Midlands July 13th Meeting

2010-07-11T09:27:00.001-04:00

Don't miss the Midlands District Meeting next Tuesday, July 13th!

Collin and Aron Smith are hosting and presenting their "Marketing Magic".
You'll learn how they were able to double their studio's profit in one year by promoting themselves FREE using Facebook and blogging. Sounds simple, but we all know there's much more to it. Come find out what's worked for Collin and Aron and could work for you too!

The meeting will start at 7pm at the Smith's home studio located at 1859 Partridge Circle, Florence, SC 29505.
The studio entrance is on the left side of the house.
If you're interested in meeting for dinner prior, let me know and we'll pick from one of several restaurants nearby their studio.

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/

April 13th Midlands Meeting

2010-04-10T12:20:00.001-04:00

Don't miss the April Midlands Meeting on Tuesday, April 13th!

Charlie Jordan will be coming down from the upstate to do his program on "Classic Portrait Lighting"
at Micheal Koska's Studio located at 131 Summit Centre Drive, Columbia, SC 29229.
The program will start at 6:30pm.

For those who can meet for dinner beforehand, we'll be meeting at 5:15pm at
McAlister's Deli located at 119 Sparkleberry Lane, Columbia, SC 29229.

Feel free to call or e-mail me directly if you need help with directions.
Sorry I had to miss the March meeting, but had just had ankle/foot surgery a few days before, so I'm
looking forward to seeing everyone on April 13th!

Sincerely,

Patty Hallman, CPP, AFP
Certified Professional Photographer (CPP)
Associate Fellow of Photography (AFP)
Midlands District Chair, PPSC

Hallman Photography, LLC
1305 Hwy. 601 South
Lugoff, SC 29078
803.318.4868 or 803.408.2533
http://hallmanphoto.com/
http://hallmanphotoblog.com/

PPSC March Upstate District Meeting

2010-02-24T13:43:00.000-05:00

March Upstate District Meeting
Tuesday, March 2, 2010

Classic Portrait Lighting with Charlie Jordon
Do you know how to make your client look their best? Can you recognize Broad Lighting? Short Lighting? Do you know how to create it in the studio or on location? Learn or Refresh your skills on these lighting styles and more when you join fellow upstate photogs for an informative session on lighting with Charlie Jordon.

Making your clients look their best will win points with them…and make more money for you!! Take time this month to invest in your business with a little education and fellowship!!

SPECIAL THANKS: I am no longer the Upstate District chair. I want to thank Mike Cole/Charlie Jordon/Suellen Holmes for jumping in and planning our March Meeting!!!!

Please respond to the ListServ if you plan to attend!!

DINNER:
Tuesday, March 2 @ 6:00 p.m.
Henry's Smoke House
240 Wade Hampton Blvd
864-672-3646

PROGRAM:
Tuesday, March 2 @ 6:30 p.m.
Ernest Rawlins Studio
Mark Massingill
726 Wade Hampton Blvd
864-271-0002

Mickey Garrison

2010-02-09T20:49:00.000-05:00

Here is an image of our PPA National Award Winner! Thanks to Darton Drake for this fabulous image of Mickey Garrison!

Hope everyone enjoyed Convention!

Midlands Meeting Info

2010-01-12T15:23:00.000-05:00

This months meeting is going to be a show up and shoot! We have done this in the past and folks have had a good time. No one is going to be critiquing you or telling you how to shoot. Show up, have fun, and see how others would do it. We will be at 701 Whaley on January 26th. It will be from 6:30-9 and from what I've heard/the blog it's will be a great place to shoot! We need a few models, (people who are willing to be photographed) maybe 4-6 depending on how many folks show up. Bring whatever equipment you want and have fun. Also, feel free to bring someone who is interested in the organization who would like to shoot to.

The address is 701 Whaley Street Columbia, SC 29201

PLEASE LET ME KNOW IF YOU ARE COMING! We'd like to get a head count so we know.

January 25th PPSC coastal meeting

2010-01-08T10:23:00.000-05:00

SAVE THE DATE!

January 25th, 2010 Add one powerful technique to your photography this year to WOW your clients...

Creative Lighting Workshop

with

Chris Smith of http://www.chrisandcami.com

With collaboration of PPSC Coastal Region, Chris Smith is coming to CVI PHotography studio for a FREE off camera lighting demonstration and workshop. The demo begins at 4pm. Plan on being there, bring your gear, shoot, learn, network...

This workshop will include a full off camera lighting demo with models and a review of images and techniques. Don't miss this. This could change your business this year. This is a great time to revamp and set yourself apart from the amatuers.....

CVI Photography is located in downtown Summerville. Take exit 199A from I-26. This will put you on Main Street. Drive until you cross rr tracks. Go to the next light and make a right onto Richardson AVE. (You can make the next left to park for free in the parking garage.) Go to the next stop light at Central Ave. Turn left. The studio is located about a half a block down from the intersection on the left.

The workshop is free but we are asking all attendees to bring a bag of dog food or cat food to donate to the Charleston Animal Society..

Seats are limited.

email Virgil at info@cviphotography.com or Tammy at tammy@tammybevinsphotography.com
to RSVP

IF you have questions you can call Tammy at 843-830-2940

It's Convention Time!

2009-12-30T17:51:00.000-05:00

I hope everyone had a great Christmas break! Now is a great time to go ahead and send in your registration for the 2010 PPSC Annual Convention and make your hotel reservations at the Embassy Suites.

We have a great lineup of speakers that are sure to educate and inspire you.

Saturday February 6th: Darton Drake - "Depth of the Spirit"

Sunday February 7th: Beth Forester - “Selling” the Senior Client

Monday February 8th: Cliff Mautner - "The Photographic Anatomy of The Wedding Day"

Tuesday February 9th: Joe Buissink - "Staying Fresh: Being Successful as a Photographer"

PLUS: Print Competition, Trade Show, Super Bowl Party, Awards Banquet, Lamarr School Auction and unlimited networking and fellowship with SC photographers!

The link to the registration form is here.

Call 1-800-EMBASSY for hotel. Mention PPSC for the $99 group rate.

We hope to see you all in Columbia in February!

Christmas Party

2009-12-07T12:55:00.000-05:00

Hey You! Come join us for the PPofSC Christmas Party! If you are a member or someone who is just interested in PPofSC come out and have fun. Here are the details:

Put this on your schedule and reserve your evening for fellowship with the states greatest group of professional photographers!

If you google directions, they will send you the long way. We're just eight miles west of Lexington between US1 & US378. Exit 51 off I-20 toward Gilbert. Left on US1 next to Lexington High School. Going West, turn right on Spool Wheel Rd. One mile turn right on Walter Rawl Rd. One mile on the right to 395. Please park across the street at 394 (Muscadonia Vineyards). Call if you need more details~ Toll Free:866-664-3396 / Office:803-957-7102 / Cell:803-429-4003

MercerStudios will provide food & drink (including adult beverages).

I'll crank up the Disco scene around 9:00 so pull out the dance shoes (no pressure).

Great opportunity to network with intellect~

Start Time:	Tuesday, December 15, 2009 at 6:00pm
End Time:	Wednesday, December 16, 2009 at 12:00am
Location:	Pro Photo / Mercer~Studios
Street:	394/5 Walter Rawl Rd.
City/Town:	Lexington, SC

Coastal Meeting Nov 10th

2009-11-09T18:20:00.000-05:00

Don't miss it! Rachel and Ted Linczak of Linczak Photography in Cleveland Ohio will be conducting a workshop on Nov 10th at 4:00pm at CVI Photography in downtown Summerville. Ted and Rachel are a young hip couple with lots of great ideas. They are 2 of the hottest photographers in Cleveland. Find out how they get their unique images and how they stay booked even in these tough economic times. check out their promo video at: http://2ndmileproductions.com/content/linczak-photography-promo
for more of their work: http://www.linczakphoto.com

This workshop is sponsored by the Professional Photographers of SC. We are a non-profit group aimed at raising the bar in photography and offering the finest in education from the top pros in the country. Our next convention will be Feb 5th thru 8th 2011 at the Embassy Suites hotel in Columbia and will feature:

Joe Buissink, noted celebrity wedding photographer http://www.joebuissink.com/

Cliff Mautner, award winning wedding photographer, voted one of the top ten wedding photographers by American Photo Magazine http://www.cmphotography.com/

Beth Forester, creator of photo-duds and noted portrait and senior photographer. http://www.foresterphoto.com/

Darton Drake,portrait and senior photographer http://www.dartondrake.com/studio/

Our convention will kick off with Sandy Puc' s family tour. Sandy is known for her work with maternity, newborns, and children and families..

http://www.expressionsphotos.com/

Midlands Meeting Info

2009-10-27T11:14:00.000-04:00

Hey Everyone,

This months meeting will be on Tuesday November 17th. You can see the info below:

"Take your images from ordinary to extraordinary with help from Noel Steele, an accomplished Photoshop artist and photographer." Noel will cover Photoshop basic image adjustments including using levels correctly, protecting highlights, and just lots of tips and tricks to take images from ordinary to extraordinary. Members are asked to bring at least one image on a CD/DVD, CF card or flash drive for Noel to work on while we watch and learn.

Where: Patty Hallman's Studio 1305 Hwy 601 South. Lugoff, SC 29078 803.318.4868

When: Pizza will be served at 6:30, meeting will start at 7:00

October Midlands Meeting

2009-10-12T09:39:00.000-04:00

Hey Everyone,

This month's meeting is going to be held at Bill Barley's studio. Come watch Bill as he talks about Small Product Photography. He will present techniques on photographing using strobes and possibly a short demo with hot lights. He'll also touch on the business side of commercial shooting. Color balance and RAW capture issues will also be covered. If you want to know more about this, Bill is the guy to listen to!

Where: 71 Crystal Springs Drive Lexington, SC

When: Tuesday October 13 the meeting is at 7:00, dinner at 5:30 at Corner Cafe'

(on the corner of Crystal Springs Drive and Hwy 302)

Bill's number is 803.755.1554

2010 Convention - Speaker #4

2009-10-07T11:29:00.000-04:00

And now, the moment you've all been waiting for. The last (and certainly not least) convention speaker is......

Mr. Cliff Mautner!

I'm going to go out on a limb and guess that some of you have never heard of Cliff Mautner. I had never heard of him until I saw him speak a few years ago at a convention in Las Vegas. The imagery and passion Cliff has for wedding photography just blew me away. Cliff made me want to be a better wedding photographer. He really knows weddings and loves to share his vision and techniques for getting some amazing imagery on a wedding day. Cliff Mautner was one of the first names I thought of when I began planning this convention and I'm looking forward to having him here.

Here is a description of his seminar titled, The Photographic Anatomy of a Wedding Day:

Cliff Mautner, one of the top ten wedding photographers in the world, and the 2009 WPPI grand award winner for photojournalism will dissect the various elements of the wedding day in his patented no holds barred style. This is a PHOTOGRAPHY seminar, first and foremost.

From his utilization of window light for the beginning stages of the wedding day, to his off camera flash techniques during a reception, Cliff will share his approach and philosophy as he shares his mindset and his imagery for each facet of the wedding day. Of course, his seminar wouldn't be complete without sharing his unique insight for capturing the best possible photographs in the most difficult lighting conditions imaginable. He'll also demonstrate the importance of the right lens choice for the right situation to maximize impact.

Cliff will share his insight and his vision on how to capture images that stand out from the competition in this oversaturated marketplace. He will take you through the specifics of his thought process while studying different lighting and compositional scenarios at all times of the day.

The seminar is designed to help students develop and enhance their own vision and photographic style. From understanding our gear, to understanding our clients, the goal is to empower photographers with the skills to accomplish all of the above.

Attendees can expect to gain from this seminar:

* learn how to turn bad light into good light
* acquire new flash techniques that can be implemented immediately
* discover how to utilize light to create texture, dimension, and mood
* gain a better understanding of light quality vs light quantity
* the ability to "see" three dimensionally to improve composition

Cliff is sponsored by ProDPI lab. You can see more of Cliff's work here: http://www.cmphotography.com

2010 Convention - Speaker #3

2009-10-05T16:48:00.000-04:00

I am pleased to introduce you to the third featured speaker at the 2010 Convention in Columbia next February.

Mr. Darton Drake!

I invited Darton to speak for several reasons. First and foremost I learned the majority of my portrait lighting techniques from Darton several years ago at a SC convention. The image that won Best of Show this year was captured using what I call "Darton Lighting" or at least my interpretation of what I learned from him. I use it all the time and firmly believe that most of my inspiration to get better as a portrait artist came during his seminar.

His seminar is "Depth of the Spirit"

Capturing the spirit of another human being is a privilege. Our jobs as portrait photographers are not only to create a physical likeness of the subject; but to try and record the beauty of their spirit in an artistic and pleasing way that will touch their hearts and move their spirits. This program will deal with portrait photography as an art form and expression of the human spirit. To me, the definition of art is simple: it's an outward expression of an inner emotion. The complete scope of artistic qualities to produce a beautiful salon portrait will surpass the expectations of your customers and produce a handsome income for your studio will be presented. The span of this program will be from creating a powerful moving senior portrait to an elegant renaissance portrait of a child with just a bit of fantasy added. Some elements to be covered are: composition, cropping, exposure, balance, angle, color harmony, proper background choice, lens choice, and props or sometimes more importantly, "the lack of props."

The seminar will cover an artistic approach to imaging of portraits. It will cover composition, lighting, emotion, passion, and different flavors of people's personality. It will deal with minimizing the technical and enhancing the spiritual. This is not a step-by-step process of how to take pictures. It is about creating portraits of power!

Darton Drake's website is http://www.dartondrake.com if you would like to learn more about him and see some images. Darton is sponsored by White House Custom Color and Larson Enterprises.

Please make plans to join us at the 2010 PPSC Convention next February and be prepared to be inspired!

Clark

2009-09-29T09:39:00.000-04:00

Uncovering the Mysteries of Print Competition!

When:

Monday, Oct. 12, 2009
10:00 am-3:00 p.m.

Noon Lunch Break!!!

Where:

Mitchell’s Photography
1325 Miller Road Suite I
Greenville, SC 29601
Phone: 864-467-1777

Upstate photographers…it’s our turn for some friendly competition and an opportunity to learn from some of the BEST!

Do your images have what it takes to succeed in Print Competition? Are you willing to find out? Entering prints in competition and listening to judging is arguably one of the best ways to improve your photography.

Lonnie Hoke, Mark Howard, Gregg Martin & Mitchell Richardson will be our facilitator/judges.

Gregg will begin with a presentation on the 12 elements of a merit print. This will be an in-depth overview of what judges are looking for in print competition.

Lonnie, Mitchell and Mark will go “Behind the Curtain” answering the following “everyone wants to know” questions.
• Have you ever wondered why your print didn’t look the same under the competition lights as it did in your studio? How can you know what it will look like?
• Why did my print score higher than theirs and they received a first place?
• I think all the judges are crazy and I’m not going to enter again. (Is this a good statement or bad?)
• How are scores tabulated?
• How can I win photographer of the year?
• What happened to my print? There were no marks on it when I sent it in.
• What is the First Timer Award? How can I get it?

You will also learn more "how to's" on entering print competitions and the differences in State (PPSC), Regional (SEPPA), and International (PPA) competitions. Information will also be given out on what it takes to earn awards and degrees at each level.

We will have a **MOCK** Print Competition. This competition will be conducted just like a real print salon. The images will be displayed one at a time and will be scored by the judges. This competition will be as anonymous as you want it to be, but after an image is scored it will also be critiqued and you will have an opportunity to ask the judges questions about their comments (unlike a real Print Competition), and this will probably blow your cover! Print critique is the best time to learn. Please stick around and listen to all critiques. There just might be something in it for you.

Non members are welcome to submit images for the competition. If you are visiting your first meeting it is free. Regular visitors (i.e. soon to be members) you need to pay a $10 fee--a small price to pay for this level of education and experience!

If you are interested in participating in this Competition, please make note of the following:
• submit at least 2-4 digital, print competition ready, images via a jump drive or CD. • sized 4x5 at 300 dpi. (Do not worry about printing or changing the density for f16 lighting)
• name the file as the name of the image. EX. Pawpaws_passion.jpg
• email me directly if you are going to submit images for the print competition! kwphoto@charter.net

Please let us know as soon as possible (via simplelist) if you plan to attend. The more members participating the greater the learning experience for all.

Meet our Facilitator/Judges
Lonnie Hoke & His wife Yvonne have owned and operated their successful full time studio for 13 years specializing in family, children, high school senior and wedding imagery. Since entering South Carolina print competition in 1997, Lonnie has earned numerous first place awards, 8 Kodak Gallery Awards, 7 Fuji Masterpiece Awards, 3 Best of Show Awards, and is a two time South Carolina Photographer of the Year. Lonnie is also a past president of the Professional Photographers of South Carolina and holds the degrees of Master Photographer - Photographic Craftsmen with the Professional Photographers of America.

Mark Howard has been an active photographer for 14 years and specializes in weddings, families and children. He has received numerous First Place Awards, Kodak Gallery Awards, Fuji Masterpiece Awards and has been named SC Photographer of the Year. Mark holds the SC Fellow degree and the degree of Master Photographer with the Professional Photographers of America. He is also this year’s PPSC Print Salon Chairman.

Gregg Martin has been in the photography industry for over 20 years. He has just earned the sought after 2009 PPA Platinum Photographer of the Year. He also holds the Certified Professional Photographer credential from PPA (Professional Photographers of America) along with the Associate Fellows Degree from PPSC (Professional Photographers of SC). Gregg's images have graced the pages of national publications such as Sports Illustrated, ESPN The Magazine, USA Today, and Forbes. In additional to these accolades, Gregg has photographed over 350 weddings in the past 20 years. He is a fun, energetic, outgoing photographer whose style is a combination of traditional and photojournalism. Gregg also photographs for the University of SC Athletic Department. He is about his 20th football season on the sidelines for Carolina.

Mitchell Richardson has owned and operated Mitchell’s Photography in Greenville, SC for 16 years. The studio specializes in children, family and high school senior photography. Since entering SC print competition Mitchell has earned numerous First Place Awards, Best of Show Awards, 6 Kodak Gallery Awards, 10 Fuji Masterpiece Awards and named SC Photographer of the Year 2 times. He has also received the Bronze and Silver PPA Photographer of the year. Mitchell is a past president of the Professional Photographers of South Carolina and holds the SC Fellow Degree. On the national level, he holds the degrees of Master Photographer - Photographic Craftsmen with the Professional Photographers of America.

2010 Convention - Speaker #2

2009-09-14T15:35:00.000-04:00

Hey everyone. It is my pleasure to introduce to you the second of four speakers we have lined up for the 2010 PPSC Convention next February!

Mr. Joe Buissink!

Joe's photography is about capturing the moments, and the essence of the person in those moments. His work redefines wedding photography, and has been described as Fine Art by his most notable celebrity clients. Joe has become a world-renowned teacher in the photographic field. His teachings have taken him on an international platform from Japan and Australia to England, Scotland and Ireland as well as in the United States.

Joe has been a favorite wedding photographer among celebrities such as Jennifer Lopez, Jessica Simpson & Nick Lachey, Brendan Fraser, Kelsey Grammer, Hillary Swank & Chad Lowe, Christina Applegate, Jenny Garth & Peter Facinelli, and Christina Aguilera.

Joe has been profiled by Good Morning America, Entertainment Tonight, Extra, Lifetime Television’s Wedding of a Lifetime, and E!. His work is published regularly in InStyle Weddings, Grace Ormonde Wedding Style, and People Magazine.

In 2003, Joe was awarded the International Leadership Award in Photography by the International Photographic Council at the United Nations. Also, Kodak hired Joe in 2003 to shoot their International Ad campaign for their Portra Film Line. In 2005, Apple selected Joe to be their spokes person for the Wedding Industry, in the release of their new program Aperture. Joe has received numerous International Grand Awards for his work from the WPPI (Wedding & Portrait Photographers International). In February of 2007, American Photo selected Joe as one of the Top 10 Wedding Photographers in the World.

Joe's program is "Staying Fresh: Being Successful as a Photographer"

One of the critical components to a successful career as a working photographer is the ability to stay fresh and creative while making a living. Unless you keep the passion for imagemaking flowing, your career simply becomes a way to make a living. This new seminar with master portrait and wedding photographer Joe Buissink opens doors long closed and keeps dreams alive. This is a once in a lifetime opportunity to rekindle the love affair you have for photography and refresh your path.

For more information on Joe Buissink and to see some of his work, check out Joe's website.

http://www.joebuissink.com

Joe is sponsored by Canon.

2009-09-07T09:29:00.001-04:00

This month's Midlands Meeting is going to be held on Sept 8th at the Village Square Theatre in Lexington (behind Bojangles and Firestone) at 6:30
We will meet at Carolina Wings at 5:30. Bring your camera and portable lighting just like you would for a wedding or outdoor session. We will split up into groups and everyone will photograph
and discuss what they are seeing and why they are shooting this way. We will rotate to different areas and encourage everyone to get creative in how they are shooting.
Email me with any questions lee@kickstandstudio.com

2010 Convention - Speaker #1

2009-09-01T18:29:00.000-04:00

Hello everyone! Hope you are all having a great summer! The convention team has been busy the past few months planning the 2010 PPSC Convention and I have some exciting news to share with all of you.

First of all, the convention will be held at the Embassy Suites Hotel in Columbia, SC! I know the beach is fun and all, but the feedback I've received for the past several years is that Columbia is a more convenient location for all members. The beach is a 5+ hour drive for a lot of folks in the Upstate and a large percentage of the membership is right here in the Midlands. In the past, some couldn't commit the entire 4 days and a 10 hour round trip to the beach and they missed out on the convention altogether. A centralized convention makes it easier for some to make a day trip or weekend trip if a partial conflict pops up.

Dates are Friday February 5th through Tuesday February 9th. Please mark your calendars now to avoid conflicts.

Second, I would like to introduce you to our first of four top shelf speakers that we have lined up.

Beth Forester
Beth (CPP, M. Photog. Cr.) operates a portrait studio in the small town of Madison, West Virginia. She has been named West Virginia Photographer of the Year three times and has twice won the title of Mid-East States Photographer of the Year. Along the way to achieving these titles, Beth has earned 10 Kodak Gallery Awards, 4 Fuji Masterpiece Awards, 13 Loan Collection images and the prestigious PPA AN-NE Award for marketing.

Beth's program will be about “Selling” the Senior Client

The 21st century requires a new approach to marketing; especially when you are trying to reach Generation Y. Join Beth as she discusses how to reach out to the senior client through word of mouth marketing and create a “buzz” about your studio. In her program, she will discuss such topics as: the psychology of the teen client, branding your studio, viral networking with Facebook, creating buzz-worthy product lines, and selling the senior portrait experience. Finally, she will discuss how to increase your average sale per senior using various techniques that she uses in her studio every day.

Check out Beth's website to see some of her work. (http://www.foresterphoto.com)

I will be intruducing the rest of the convention speakers in the near future so be sure to check out the blog at http://www.ppofsc.blogspot.com

Beth is sponsored by General Products and PhotoDUDS.
Clark

September Upstate Meeting--Tuesday, Sept 1, 2009

2009-08-28T16:25:00.001-04:00

September Meeting

6:00 Dinner
Capital Theatre Cafe

7:00 Head Shot Sessions
Holmes Photography
100 S. Public Square
Laurens, SC 29360
864-871-2140

September's Upstate District Meeting will be held at Holmes Photography in Laurens. Since we all probably need to update our head shots for the new PPSC website, that's what we will do. If you can attend, please bring your camera and a compact flash card. When it is your time to get your head shots made, the rest of us will take turns posing you and shooting onto your card. We will pass your card around as we all shoot. Then, it will be someone else's turn. Hopefully, when you go home, you will have a card full of great images shot by different photographers which you can use for the PPSC website and other places you may need an updated photo of yourself.

If you can make it there a little early, we will meet next door to the studio at 6:00 for a bite at the Capitol Theatre Cafe. Hope you can all come. If you need any further information or directions, call Suellen, 864-871-2140 (business cell) or 864-681-7777 (studio).

Thanks,

Suellen

RSVP to the ListServ to let all know who will be there!!

2009-07-28T21:50:00.000-04:00

August Upstate District Meeting
Tuesday, August 4, 2009

Travel and Nature Photography by Chase & Monica Hunter
http://www.monicahunter.com/

Come get inspired…..and take home some helpful hints. Award winning photographers Chase and Monica Hunter Monica will be presenting a slide show on Travel and Nature Photography. They will talk a bit about their work flow from capture to temporary storage in the field. They will share some equipment ideas for working on the road and take questions!

Check out their biographies below!

Please RSVP to the listserv if you plan to attend!!

DINNER:
Tuesday, August 4 @ 5:30 p.m.
Henry's Smoke House
240 Wade Hampton Blvd
864-672-3646

PROGRAM:
Tuesday, August 4 @ 6:30 p.m
Ernest Rawlins Studio
726 Wade Hampton Blvd
864-271-0002

Chase P Hunter
Like many photographers I started taking pictures as a youngster with a Kodak Brownie. My first “real” camera was a dual lens reflex By the time I reached University of Iowa Med School, 35mm was the rage and I jumped in. When I went to Vietnam as a Flight Surgeon I started buying Nikon equipment and have been with them ever since including the latest digital technology.

I returned to Iowa following my discharge from the service to complete a residency in medical and surgical Ophthalmology. It was there that I was able to study under one of the pioneers in ophthalmic photography, Lee Allen. Ophthalmology as a specialty tends to attract those interested in lenses, optics and vision. It has been a natural progression from doing technical ophthalmic work such as retinal imaging, fluorescein angiography and clinical shots of the eyes to more creative imaging. Since that time I have been able to learn from some of he worlds most renowned photographers.

My interests range from weddings and portraiture to nature, travel and sports. I am an employee of Jordan Photography working for Charlie on various projects. As a member of PPSC in State wide competition I was fortunate to be selected as the top newcomer for 2004 and the following year finished in the top ten again. My work has been shown in many shows and galleries, won awards, and hangs in homes and offices from Alaska to Florida.

My approach to capturing an image is to try to see and use the natural light available, catching that special moment. We see more with our hearts than with our eyes, so it helps to be doing what you love.

Monica Bazan Hunter
When I was a young girl in Roswell, New Mexico my Dad introduced me to photography using his Argus 35 mm. I became very interested in capturing images with the camera. It was years later in Atwater, California in the Castle Air force Base darkroom that I learned to make color prints from those slides. In the early times I used a Kodak Brownie and Instamatic. Later I got my own Canon and Olympus 35 mm cameras. My career path took me into Public Relations and Marketing for the health care industry. I needed to take photos of events and people for our publications. My real passion, however, continued to be the beauty of nature and trying to capture it on film.
Chase and I share a love for photography. When we travel we complement each other with our differing perspectives. My other lifelong love is gardening so I tend to enjoy shooting flowers, birds and butterflies in the garden or nature.

I am proud that my photographs have won awards and been purchased by people from around the country for their home or work environment.

The marvels of the universe are all around us and we just have to look, see, appreciate and capture the images. The possibilities are literally endless and I am always seeing new and different ways in my work.

PPSC Upstate July Meeting THANKS!

2009-07-08T09:36:00.000-04:00

Thanks to everyone who came out to Holmes Photography in Laurens for the July Upstate Meeting. We had a great crowd of regulars, members and soon to be members! Dinner was great and Suellen’s studio space was welcoming and comfortable for her talk on what she took home form SEPPA this year. Lots of great ideas and good resources. She did a great job!!!

Wise Charlie left us with a final thought about his take on photography---in my words---the more you know the more you know you don’t know! Learning in the business and creative sides of photography never ends!!!

Don’t let another month go by without pursuing your art and the future of your business in a proactive way. Add the first Tuesday of the month to your calendar for the PPSC Upstate Meetings!!

Details on the August Meeting coming soon!

AND please Keep Tiffiney Addis and her husband Scott in your prayers. Their daughter, Sadie Mae, was born July 4th weighing 1lb 8 oz. She is in the NICU at Greenville Memorial. The last report 7/7 at 6:25 p.m. was that Sadie Mae got a good report!

July Upstate District Meeting

2009-06-29T10:34:00.000-04:00

Thank you to Suellen Holmes, one of 3 PPSC Upstate District Directors at Large, for planning and hosting our July meeting. Her studio is located on the historic Courthouse Square in Laurens, located on the southwest corner beside the Capital Theatre

Tuesday the July 7th at 7:00 p.m.
Holmes Photography
100 South Public Square
Laurens, SC 29360
864-871-2140 or 864-681-7777

For those of you who can come a little early, we will meet next door at the Capitol Theatre Cafe around 6:00 for a bite to eat.

The topic of the meeting will be a SEPPA Convention Wrap-up. We are going to talk about some of the hottest tips learned from the great speakers at SEPPA, such as Hanson Fong (AMAZING!!!), Rick Avalos, Don Emmerlich and others. Things that make you want to knock yourself out when you hear them (for not doing them sooner)...things that make you wonder WHY you didn't think of them first....things that will make your sales presentations so much easier, etc, etc. There were many "AH-HA" moments in the seminars. We will also have a handout with links to some of the vendors with great new products which were at SEPPA's huge tradeshow.

Hope you can all come and bring a potential new member with you! Please respond to the listserv so Suellen will know how many to expect!

Suellen Holmes
Holmes Photography
864-871-2140

Midlands Meeting Info

2009-06-26T16:47:00.000-04:00

Hey Everyone,

Here is some info about our meeting on July 14th.

Branch Carter is going to be coming to town from Augusta.

Dinner at 5:30 at Venture’s Sports Bar at 5531 Edmund Highway

The presentation will start @ 7:00.

We will be at Bill Barley's studio: 71 Crystal Springs Drive Lex SC 29073

Please let me know if you can attend, so I can let Branch know! 803.767.8629

Here is a little about the class:

Branch Carter, photographer from the metro Augusta, Georgia area prides himself as a bride’s wedding photographer. Wedding days for him usually last 10-14 hours. A lot of time, yes…his choosing to be with his brides that long: definitely! Come prepared to watch, learn and converse with one of Georgia’s top wedding photographers. (Branch has been honored with multiple award winning and top scoring bridal portraits, two top scoring wedding albums, top scoring wedding candid images, and a Best of Show in the wedding category in only three years of GPPA print competition.) Branch will be sharing his ideas and knack for getting the most out of bride. But, this program ends the minute the bride walks down the aisle. Much of the presentation will be actually video of Branch working, counseling, laughing and photographing his brides and their grooms before the I-Do’s happen. Branch will showcase his pre wedding style and ability that has brides buzzing about his character and personality. Want to see more of what you are in store for…log onto www.branchcarter.com to get a taste of his award winning style.

Hope to see you then!

Lee Bradshaw

Upstate District June Meeting

2009-05-26T12:22:00.000-04:00

June Upstate District Meeting
Tuesday, June 2, 2009

David Lawrence and ProSelect

DINNER:
Tuesday, June 2 @ 5:30 p.m.
Henry's Smoke House
240 Wade Hampton Blvd
864-672-3646

PROGRAM
Tuesday, June 2 @ 6:30 p.m
Ernest Rawlins Studio
726 Wade Hampton Blvd
864-271-0002

David Lawrence of David Lawrence Photography will present a program on ProSelect (workflow, presentation, & ordering software). David will run through the basic set-up of ProSelect and how to present a show to your clients, make templates for custom panels and more. ProSelect is an amazing sales tool. Don't miss out on how easy ProSelect can make you $$$$. It made a big difference in David's sales and his clients love how easy it is to view their images.

David wants a packed house at Rawlins Portraiture....and don't forget about meeting everyone for dinner...lots of good stuff goes on there too!!

Please RSVP to the listserv if you plan to attend!!

Kristy

Midlands Meeting Info

2009-05-20T12:44:00.001-04:00

Hey Everyone,

Heads Up!"
The June 9th Midlands Meeting will be at Patty Hallman's studio in Lugoff.
It will be all about Head Shots. Bring your own CF card and have your own head shots done that you can take home to use however you'd like... on Facebook, your web site, marketing materials, your husband's or wife's desk, ect.

You know your head shot is outdated, so this is your opportunity to have new ones made--- free of charge and with lots of talented photographers there to make you look fabulous!
And if you don't want headshots of yourself, come watch, learn, and help. You'll see different photographers style of lighting headshots, get ideas for posing, and have fun.

Patty will have Domino's deliver pizzas at 6pm, so bring $5 and come early to eat pizza, salad and dessert. We'll start photographing around 6:30pm and will stay as late as needed to make sure everyone who wants headshots gets them done.
Don't forget to bring your own CF card!

Email me with any questions. lee@kickstandstudio.com

PPSC Coastal District May Meeting

2009-05-15T10:44:00.000-04:00

Our next coastal meeting will be on May 26th at Mike Bowden's studio in Summerville. Virgil Bunao of CVI photography will be our guest speaker. He is a phenomenal photographer who specializes in high end weddings. Check out his website and blog at http://www.cviphotography.com . He has a unique style that really stands out in the crowd. He will be doing a live model shoot along with his presentation. We will be meeting for dinner at 6:00 at McAllisters in Summerville. Please call me if you have any questions. You don't want to miss this!

McAllister's is in the Azalea Square Shopping Center

take exit 199-a from I-26
go to the second light and then turn to the right

directions to Distinctive Images Studio

From Columbia
1. Take COLUMBIA(I-26) EAST
2. Exit #199A to US-17A WEST- at Third Traffic Light TURN Left
3. Continue on Berlin G. Myers Pkwy - at second Light TURN Left
4. Continue on US-78 - Look for China Palace Restaurant on Right
5. At first right TURN into Parkway Business Center
6. Arrive at 400 E 5TH NORTH ST, SUMMERVILLE. SUITE D

From Charleston
1. Take COLUMBIA(I-26) WEST- go approx 26 mi
2. Exit #199A to US-17A WEST- at Third Traffic Light TURN Left
3. Continue on Berlin G. Myers Pkwy - at second Light TURN Left
4. Continue on US-78 - Look for China Palace Restaurant on Right
5. At first right TURN into Parkway Business Center
6. Arrive at 400 E 5TH NORTH ST, SUMMERVILLE. SUITE D

Tammy Bevins
830-2940
www.nuvoseniors.com

RECAP--May Upstate Meeting

2009-05-13T17:26:00.000-04:00

Thank you David Lawrence of David Lawrence Photography for presenting an informative session on photographing high school seniors. We had a good crowd of 15--new and old members, and 2 first timers!

And our continued appreciation for Mark Massingill of Rawlins Portratitures for hosting the meeting at his studio!

You can easily be wowed by your fellow photographers work--as was the case with David's--but the comment that stuck with me the most was he said all the images he showed in his presentation, his clients actually bought! David enjoys playing with his images like most of us, but he clearly knows his client, shoots consistently in a style that appeals to them and then he sells it to him! It is a simple equation, isn't it!

Please consider getting the most out of your membership and attend all the area meetings you can! These meetings can keep you creative, focused on your work and assist you technically so you can provide consistent, repeatable, professional results to your clients!

Our next meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, June 2nd. David will present a program on ProSelect (workflow, presentation, & ordering software). We will again meet at Rawlins Portraiture, and I might go out on a limb and say we will do Henry's BBQ again---it's just too convenient, but look for a final announcement of time and location specifics soon!

Kristy

Midlands Meeting Info

2009-04-29T11:29:00.001-04:00

What's in your bag?

What do you use to photograph and why? Bring your bag to the Barbers Studio

and we are going to do a little show and tell. Do you use Nikon or Canon, prime or

zoom, Powerbar or special K bar (for wedding photographers =)? We will have a

few questions about why you like this or that. Everyone can get a different perspective

on why we use what we use.

Who: Us!

What: See Above

When: May 12. Dinner@6 Meeting @7

Where: Eating @Fudruckers on Bush River Road, Meeting at David and Sally Barber's Studio

Why:To see how others do things. Get out of your box

Let me know if you think you are coming. lee@kickstandstudio.com

May Upstate Disctrict Meeting

2009-04-24T09:41:00.000-04:00

Posing and Lighting
with David Lawrence

DINNER:

Tuesday, May 5, 2009 @ 5:30 pm

Henry's Smoke House

240 Wade Hampton Blvd

864-672-3646

PROGRAM

Tuesday, May 5, 2009 @ 6:30 pm

Ernest Rawlins Studio

726 Wade Hampton Blv

Greenville, SC 29609

864-271-0002

Join David Lawrence owner of David Lawrence Photography at the Ernest Rawlins Studio in Greenville SC for a session on posing and lighting for seniors! In these economic times it is more important than ever to invest in perfecting your craft. Quality posing and lighting will always be in fashion. You do not want to miss the opportunity to learn from this experienced professional.

This meeting is free to all current PPSC members. First time visitors are also free, and it is $10 for regular visitors!Get complete details on PPSC membership at http://www.ppofsc.com/

I look forward to seeing you there! Please respond to the listserv if you plan to attend!

Kristy

Mega Mondays brought to you by PPSC

2009-04-21T17:39:00.000-04:00

LEE BRADSHAW & LUCAS BROWN
of Kickstand Studio

"How to Pose, Light & Interact with your Subject."

Monday April, 27, 2009 10:00 am - 3:00 pm

Lee and Lucas will be demonstrating an environmental portrait session. They will be going over the interaction with the subjects, posing, and off camera lighting the Kickstand way. They will photograph a couple together and separately. Strap in and hang on for a wild ride with the Kickstand Boys.

www.kickstandstudio.com

To Register visit

http://www.ppofsc.blogspot.com/

for complete details on the
Mega Monday series of classes

and to download the registration form!

April Upstate Meeting Recap

2009-04-15T09:09:00.000-04:00

THANKS BILL ADAMS!

Sorry for the long delay in recapping the April Upstate Meeting.

We had a great crowd of long time members, new members, and want-to-be members & guests. Bill had arranged for a model and we all enjoyed watching him work. He really challenged everyone to work for quality professional lighting!

Bill didn't finish up his presentation until almost 8:00, but everyone stayed till close to 9:00 still talking photography. This is something to remember when deciding whether or not to attend a meeting. Even if the topic may not be something in which you are interested the discussions that happen with fellow professional photographers can be very profitable!!

And Bill---don't let me forget to get back to you about setting up the slide show template....if you haven't figured it out already!

Mark your calendars for the 1st Tuesdays in May & June when David Lawrence will be discussing Senior Posing and Lighting (5/5/09) and ProSelect Software(6/2/09) at Ernest Rawlins Photography in Greenville.

See everyone soon!

Kristy

Midlands Meeting Info

2009-04-01T13:28:00.000-04:00

Hey Everyone,

Our Midlands Meeting info is as follows:

Who:Steve Roos

What: "How to Build a Better Mousetrap"

When: 4.14.09

Where:Ashcroft Studio (222 W. Carolina Ave Hartsville SC 29550)

Why:Because

Upstate Meeting for April

2009-03-28T12:38:00.000-04:00

Tuesday, April 7, 2009--Greenwood, SC

5:30 Dinner @ Little Pigs
414 Montague Ave
Greenwood, SC 29649

6:30 Bill Adams will talk Posing & Lighting with a live model @ his Studio
114 Blake St
Greenwood, SC 29649
864-223-9517

Weather & Light permitting we will walk over to Lander University for some posing in natural lighting.

You will not want to miss this experienced professional! Images to be posted soon!!

Respond to the ListServ to let everyone know if you can come!

Kristy Williamson
kwphoto@charter.net

Coastal District Deals

2009-03-18T07:47:00.000-04:00

ArtLeather has included discount offers when you attend the Coastal District Meet and Greet on Monday March 23rd. from 3pm-7pm.

20% off Futura Bound
25% off ALL iMount products
30% off Print and Bind
30% off Design, Print and Bind

Location:
Ring Photography
526 Stratton Ferry Ct.
Mt. Pleasant, SC 29464

Hope to see you there!
Jennifer Easler
(843)412-5962

March Upstate District Meeting Recap!

2009-03-10T11:40:00.000-04:00

We had a great meeting last night! Mark Howard is an exceptional presenter, and we had a large group (15+) of new and experienced photographers. I was glad to see some people who had not attended a District Meeting in a while (you know who you are), and we had several first timers!Thanks Bill A., for inviting your former intern!

Mark put on an organized, well-illustrated program on Weddings. He challenged everyone to bring their best to every wedding they contract--regardless of size. Quality posing & lighting and the right equipment are all important! Mitchell stressed the importance of understanding pricing and how it translates into a successful business, and they both agreed that if your studio shoots weddings that PPA Membership is a MUST.

It was a privilege to see Mitchell's new studio--what a creative and professional space. Thanks for all the hospitality (cookies included), Mitchell. And the Jelly Beans were a nice touch too Mark!!

Thanks to everyone else who came out for the meeting. You will probably get sick of me saying this but you get out of PPSC what you put into it, and everyone has something to offer---even in just coming to meetings and participating in the discussion you are giving back! And there is always great informative conversation after the presentation too!

Upcoming--Meetings Regularly Scheduled for the First Tuesday of the Month
April--?
May--Senior Posing & Lighting with David Lawrence
June--ProSelect with David Lawrence
Nov--Discussion on Print Competition

Hope to see everyone again soon!

PS--Don't forget the Convention Pricing Sale on Select Frames at Magnolia's through FRIDAY!!

Coastal District Meeting

2009-03-04T13:53:00.000-05:00

Please join the coastal district for a Meet and Greet drop in at Ring Photography in Mt. Pleasant. Sharon and Weylan Clark will be there demonstrating ArtLeather's new album design software. The meeting will be on Monday March 23, from 3-7pm.
If you have any questions, please contact me. jennifereasler@hughes.net or (843)412-5962

Hope to see you there,
Jennifer Easler

Midlands Meeting Info

2009-03-04T09:29:00.001-05:00

Who:Abe Thomy

What:Free Marketing, Sales, Getting Clients in the door

When:March 10 7:00 (dinner downstairs @ the pizza place 6:00)

Where:Clark Berry's Studio

Why:To keep folks coming to your studio

Bring your business card with you.

As usual, the meeting is on the 2nd tuesday of the month. Please mark your calendars

since the day doesn't really change.

Lee

March Upstate District Meeting

2009-02-24T14:45:00.000-05:00

Start to finish Weddings
with Mark Howard

MONDAY, March 9, 2009
Please Note Change from Regular date!

5:30 pm Dinner--Peppino's Pizzaria

6:30 pm Program--Mitchells Photography

LOCATION:

Mitchell’s Photography
1325 Miller Road Suite I

Greenville, SC 29601

Phone: 864-467-1777

www.mitchellsphotography.com

HOST: Mitchell Richardson
SPEAKER: Mark Howard
SUBJECT: Weddings, Start to Finish

Join your fellow upstate photographers for a presentation on weddings by Certified Professional and Master Photographer Mark Howard of Mitchell's Photography. No matter what your specialty, you are sure to learn about lighting, posing and working with your clients from this talented and experienced photographer. This is the first PPSC meeting at Mitchell's new location on Woodruff Road!

If time allows we will follow with Q & A for Mark and Mitchell. Please also reflect on your experience at the 2009 Convention and plan to share one thing Convention inspired you to bring to your business!

Join us at 5:30 for dinner. Mitchell has arranged for Lunch Special pricing at Peppinos Pizza, two doors down from his studio!

2 slice & Drink $5.25

6" Sub, chips & Drink $5.55

Pasta, Bread, Salad, $6.25

Hope to see you there....as always please RSVP to the ListServ!!

PPSC 2009 MEGA Monday Speakers

2009-02-20T10:58:00.001-05:00

Click any of the Mega Mondays links you see here on the blog to download information on each speakers class and registration form.
Hurry, you won't want to miss any of them!

2009 PPSC Convention--Roundtable Discussion

2009-01-27T11:42:00.000-05:00

Rountable Discussion
Sunday February 8, 2009
6:30-7:30 p.m.

Panel Participants:

Clark Berry, Tammy Bevins, Lonnie Hoke, Wilber Jeffcoat, Gregg Martin

CLARK BERRY
Lexington, SC
www.clarkberry.com

TAMMY BEVINS
Summerville, SC
www.tammybevins.com

LONNIE HOKE

Lugoff, SC
www.lhoke.com

WILBER JEFFCOAT
Sumter, SC
www.jeffcoatphotography.com

GREGG MARTIN
Columbia, SC
www.greggmartin.com

Question list for the Roundtable Forum

What is your USP? (Unique Selling Position) Who is your
target client? Are you a high volume, medium volume or low
volume studio? What do you specialize in?
What are the Benefits/Challenges of running a home studio?
What are the Benefits/Challenges of running a store front
studio?
What are the Benefits/Challenges of Individual Ownership?
Partnership? Husband/Wife team?
What, in your opinion, are some of the largest changes in our
industry in the past two years?
Do you have any predictions for future trends? Will social networking tools, i.e. Facebook, Twitter, My Space, etc. play a part.
What do you wish you knew when you were first starting out?
What would you say is your best marketing tool?
What is the biggest risk you’ve ever taken?
What’s the best investment you’ve ever made?
What’s your deal breaker?
What’s your favorite new piece of equipment?
What’s the one piece of equipment (besides the camera) that
would have to be pried out of your cold dead fingers?
Do you implement any type of promotions such as: portrait
parties, fund raisers, senior ambassadors/spokesmodels?
What makes your workflow flow efficiently?
Do you outsource any of your workflow?
Do you do any type of online hosting? Pros/Cons
Do you have any Charities/Non-profit Organizations that you
partner with to generate community participation/good will?
What is the best piece of advice you would give to someone
who is just beginning in the photography industry.
Any thing else you’d like to share with us?

2009 PPSC Convention--MORE Darrell Chitty

2009-01-21T21:30:00.000-05:00

More from Darrell Chitty......

......on the making of "German Gothic"

German Gothic is an image captured this summer in Germany. I struggled with the approach to take since I felt that the original image was so powerful just as a photograph. I did change the sky and then chose to just muck it up and then bring the photograph back through the muck. This gave me the best of both techniques and also provided a mysterious effect to my subjects.

2009 PPSC Convention--Darrell Chitty

2009-01-18T21:59:00.000-05:00

Finding Your Artist Spirit

"True art is felt with the heart and not simply observed with the eyes."

Darrell Chitty

www.darrellchittypaintings.com

Darrell Chitty, owner of the Heritage Gallery located in Shreveport, Louisiana is not just a photographer. He is a 21st century artist who paints with not only a brush but with his camera and computer. Darrell creates veritable impressionistic masterpieces by combining his modern technological skills with an abiding appreciation and in-depth knowledge of art history and the age-old techniques of the Old Masters. The consummate professional, twice named Louisiana Photographer of the Year, he conducts seminars and teaching workshops, and he has his own studio, his own art gallery, and a following of admirers and patrons around the world.

“Once in a blue moon you meet a person that has the passion, talent and drive to create outstanding artistic impressions of the world around them. Darrell is that person. His understanding of all of the elements of color and design give him the ability to create beautiful masterpieces on a consistent basis.”

Scott Dupras, master artist and photographer

2009 PPSC Convention--The Simones

2009-01-09T22:43:00.000-05:00

The Fine Art Portrait

Through the use of quality lighting, body language, strong composition and the meaningful connection developed with the subject, truth and reality are revealed on both the part of the subject and the photographer as they each demonstrate what they are truly about. Having knowledge of appropriate lighting, graphic design as well as knowledge of ourselves and of others, we enable ourselves to attain the portrait’s purpose which is to create timeless images by revealing their personality with authenticity.

We will demonstrate through the use of today’s technological advances how we can empower ourselves to push our limits far beyond what we thought possible. We hope to stimulate you by creating images which will carry with them style and a unique signature.

http://www.simoneportrait.com/index.html

Biography
Louise and Joseph met many years ago while they were both working at a photo studio in Montreal, he as an assistantand she as a summer job employee. Joseph’s background was very intriguing to this young woman. He was born in Monte Sant’Angelo, Italy in the province of Foggia on February 6th, 1943, a small village, where Joseph knew he couldn’t fully develop his potential. He lived with his family of 7 brothers and sisters until he turned 14 years of age when he decided it was time he became an independent man. He then moved to Lyon, France and lived there with his uncle for 10 years, working as an industrial designer and dyecaster and simply enjoying life. At age 25, he immigrated to Canada and settled in Montreal. He then discovered he had the bite for photography when he started working as a photographer’s assistant where he was to meet his future bride.

Louise was born in Montreal, on September 26th, 1952. She is the 2nd child of a family of 5. Very quiet and reserved, she was a responsible and sensitive child who would soon discover that her fondest wish would be to become an artist, more precisely a painter. Nevetheless, she had to attend a classical high school, which seemed to fade her dream of becoming an artist. After high school, Louise went to college and majored in Pure and Apllied Sciences for which she felt no passion at all. Little did she know that a summer job would lead her to her true destiny both professionally and personally. Louise and Joseph were married on July 1st, 1972.

In 1975, they purchased their photography studio. Since then, they have constantly invested in their profession leading them to a prolific career. Their undying efforts were recognised by numerous awards and accolades. They continue to be requested across the world as renowned speakers. In fact, their reputation has reached many borders; in the last ten years, Louise and Joseph were regularly invited to teach in France, Italy, Spain, Belgium, Germany, Austria, The Philippines, Martinique, Canada, and the United States as Eastman Kodak Pro Mentors.

Louise and Joseph consider portrait a sacred art. Their subjects are meticulously analysed and each element of portrait photography is contemplated from lighting, composition to revealing a subject’s authenticity, yet the technical quality is made unique by the warmth of their personality and their vision.

Louise and Joseph’s constant evolution in their profession is reflected in each of their photographs. In their view, the subject must feel respected, as well as loved, to enable the artist to capture a subject’s authenticity and this is the very beauty of their art work.

2009 PPSC Convention--Phil Scarsbrook

2009-01-08T20:55:00.000-05:00

How would you prefer to spend your time?

Sitting in front of a computer, or spending quality time with your family.

Come join Phil Scarsbrook of Capitol Color Imaging and learn how to minimized your Photoshop time while maximizing your quality time. Program will utilize features of both Photoshop CS3 and CS4.

1. Optimizing your computer.
2. Creating actions to dramatically speed up production.
3. Use Smart Objects/filters to create reusable personalized templates.
4. Making speedy and accurate selections and masks.
5. 5 Minute retouch.
6. 2 minute head swap.
7. Creating custom backgrounds and templates templates the easy way.
8. Create custom studio logo brushes.
9. Shortcuts and techniques as time allows.

Phil will also be available for questions and demos in the CCI booth for the duration of the trade show.

BIOGRAPHY

Phil Scarsbrook, Digital Imaging Manager for Capitol Color Imaging, has over 30 years experience as a professional photographer. His work has included photojournalism, fashion and product photography, as well as wedding and portraiture. In the past, he has worked on assignment for such publications as The New York Times, Newsweek, Newsday, and The Associated Press.

Scarsbrook is Adobe certified in Photoshop versions 6,7,CS,CS2and CS3. He has received numerous awards from the National Association of Photoshop Professionals including 4 GURU awards, the Vincent Versace award, a Digital Canvas award as well as a Photoshop User Award.

He teaches Photoshop to photographers throughout the Southeast at Capitol Color Imaging’s Education Center located in Montgomery, Alabama. In addition, Phil also travels around the country to various state conventions and guilds conducting Photoshop seminars.

OOOPS FORGOT----January Upstate Meeting

2009-01-07T19:20:00.000-05:00

Oooops, I forgot to thank Dean from Magnolia Frames for stopping by the meeting and leaving info packets!!! He is a great, local Frame supplier.

JANUARY UPSTATE MEETING

2009-01-07T16:46:00.000-05:00

THANK YOU TIFFINEY.

We had great crowd for Tiffiney's presentation at Ernest Rawlins Photography in Greenvile on adding textures to her photographs. We had a fresh new member, some OLD members, and I do mean old, and prospective member. We enjoyed pizza, talked lots of photography and left a little inspired.

Thank you Mark for once again HOSTING, and we hope you are well on your way to Texas by now!!!

THANKS Everyone!!!

Remember---no meeting for February, because everyone is going to Convention RIGHT??? If you have not sent in your registration. PLEASE DO SO TODAY!!!

Kristy
Williamson Photography
Belton, SC

SHOOTOUT Change in time- Saturday Evening 7:30pm-9:30pm

2009-01-07T10:22:00.000-05:00

SHOOTOUT Change in time- Saturday Evening 7:30pm-9:30pm

2009 PPSC Convention--Ron Nichols

2008-12-31T22:58:00.000-05:00

Spend a half a day with Ron Nichols and save hours of time in your workflow!!!

RON NICHOLS

After 25 years in the studio, Ron now owns and runs Ron Nichols Digital Solutions (ronnichols.com), a consulting and software development company serving the photographic industry. His company designs software and training materials related to photographic workflow and efficiency. They also produce training and workflow products for some of the nation’s top photographers. Ron also offers consulting services to studios, labs, and software development companies

PROGRAM DESCRIPTION:
Saturday, February 7, 20092:00-6:00 p.m
Digital Solutions for the Portrait Photographer

Sponsored by....

Ron Nichols will present tips and techniques, processes and procedures, to help you better understand how to improve your digital images and workflow. He will show you how to involve other staff members so all the weight of digital doesn’t fall on you.

Topics will include:

Understanding computer equipment and storage
Organizing image files and archiving
Sales and presentation techniques using ProSelect
Speeding up and improving portrait retouching
Photoshop techniques with the WOW factor

The goal of this program is to:

Eliminate Repetitive Tasks
Create Repeatable Results
Efficient use of Time
Produce a Quality Product

Ron’s programs are fast-paced and fun. This whirlwind tour of digital is sure to give you the information you need to smooth out the rough edges of your digital process. This program is not just for photographers, so bring your entire studio team.

BIOGRAPHY:
Ron Nichols, M.Photog.,Cr., API

As digital photography became a viable professional tool, Ron quickly adopted the technology and began developing ways to best utilize it in the portrait and wedding studio environment. As a studio owner for over 25 years, he quickly realized the difficulties facing photographers on transitioning to digital.

He began working with manufacturers and software developers on ways to best integrate their products into studios. As a beta tester for labs and developers, he quickly learned and created solutions to optimize workflow. He now provides consulting services to studios, labs and software development companies. He teaches digital transition through in-studio seminars, at affiliate schools, conventions and lab sponsored events. He developed the Ron Nichols Production Retouching Palette that has simplified portrait retouching and is now being used in studios around the world.

The Grand Ledge, Michigan studio continues as a successful venture, while mostly managed by Ron’s wife Carol. The studio specializes in family portraits, children and high school seniors. Ron has been a "Top Seven Master" in Michigan many times, earned Gallery and Masterpiece Awards along with PPA International Loan Collection Prints.

Currently a member of the PPA board of directors, he is a PPA Affiliated National Juror and past chairman of the Education Committee. In 1998, Ron was also the recipient of one the highest honors bestowed by PPA, the National Award, given for service to advance the profession of photography.

Throughout his career, Ron has been active in local, state and national organizations. He has served with the Professional Photographers of Michigan and on the PPA Education and MAC committees. He co-founded the Great Lakes Institute of Photography (GLIP) and served seven years as its director. His philosophy of service is not limited to the photographic community but extends to that of the Grand Ledge community. He is an active member of the Chamber of Commerce and lends a hand in many of the town's festivals and events.

DON'T DELAY
REGISTER FOR THE
2009 PPSC CONVENTION TODAY

http://www.ppofsc.blogspot.com/

UPSTATE DISTRICT JANUARY MEETING

2008-12-31T21:00:00.000-05:00

WORKING WITH TEXTURES

Tuesday, January 6, 2009 @ 6:00 p.m.

Speaker:

Tiffiney Addis of Tiffiney Photography

mailto:info@tiffineyphotography.com
http://www.tiffineyphotography.com/

Location/Host:
Ernest Rawlins Photography
Mark Massingill
726 Wade Hampton Blvd
Greenville, SC 29609
(864) 271-0002
markm@ernestrawlins.com
http://www.ernestrawlins.com/

Food:

Bring a drink and $3 for Pizza

Join us for a fun class on how to use digital textures to enhance your images! For me, textures have given a new creative avenue to explore with my client's photographs, adding depth and interest. Textures work best with my bridal, wedding, and location photography. I'll cover basic steps of applying textures using Photoshop, as well as how I'm selling these works of art. Basic knowledge of Photoshop is helpful for attendees, but all are welcome!

This should be a unique and profitable presentation.

Please make plans now to attend. Take advantage of your MEMBER BENEFIT!!

First time guests are always welcome for FREE. Repeat guests, please bring $10! Or join NOW and enjoy your FIRST year FREE.

And remember to RSVP to the list!!!

Kristy

2009 PPSC Convention--Sandy Puc'

2008-12-29T15:17:00.000-05:00

Learn and Refresh
with SIX hours with Sandy Puc'

DATE & TIME:
Friday, Feb. 6, 2009,
1:00 pm-7:00 pm

COURSE FEE:
$69

SPONSORED BY:
Canon
White House Custom Colour

The holiday chaos is almost a memory and it's time to recharge and set our goals for 2009. Who can help us do that better than Sandy Puc.' Fresh off her multi-city, often sold out Bellies and Babies tour, Sandy will be at the PPSC Annual Convention at Myrtle Beach. This date is PRIOR to the start of her 'Tots to Teens" tour scheduled to begin in late February '09.

From Maternity to Babies to
Children to Seniors to Families,
Sandy's unique style shines through.
Check out her work & the scope of her artistry at
http://www.expressionsphotos.com/home.shtml

PROGRAM DESCRIPTION:

Growth
Inspiration
Visualize
Evolve

G.I.V.E

Life is too short to short yourself on life. --Terri Zadra

Are you eager to bring your business to the next level? Have you always known there must be a better and easier way to build your company? With over a decade of hard-earned experience, Sandy Puc' will pass on lessons she's learned that have improved her company and her quality of life. Listen to the voice of experience, a successful business isn't born overnight. Come and learn how to give your company time to grow, create unique and fresh marketing pieces, give your images a creative boost, give yourself the gift of time to relax and more important, give back to your community. The journey to create the company of your dreams is just as much fun as the end result. Let Sandy G.I.V.E. you the tools to transform your business and your life.

BIOGRAPHY:
Sandy Pucʼ, owner of Expressions by Sandy Pucʼ in Littleton, Colorado, has earned accolades in the portrait industry for her creative marketing skills, business acumen, storybook artistry and her breathtaking B&W portraits. Since starting the business in 1991, it has grown and evolved from when her first studio was located in her home. Expressions occupies a 5,000 square foot studio, while awaiting completion of their new photography complex in Littleton.

Sandy currently serves on the Board of Directors of the Professional Photographers of America. Sandy is a co-founding member of Now I Lay Me Down To Sleep, a non-profit organization that provides portraiture services to families whose babies will never leave the hospital. (http://www.nowilaymedowntosleep.com/)

Her images have been displayed in numerous magazines, public and professional buildings, billboards and showcased on television.

Sandy offers her clients variety that distinguishes her from the competition. As a professional, she loves having total artistic control over her finished product. The artistic process of contemporary digital photography continues long after the portrait is taken to include digital retouching and artistic imaging.

Sandyʼs style has always been to work with all her heart, for better or for worse. "While learning the business, I basically made every mistake in the book, in rapid succession," Puć says, "but each lesson I learned translated into a major improvement in the flow of my business. At this point in my career, photography is not just my means of living, itʼs the way I use my energy to touch the emotions of my clients—who I hope walk out of my studio as lifelong friends.

Sandyʼs high energy, infectious personality, and genuine charm have fueled the connection she forms with her clientele. "I sincerely believe Expressionsʼ success comes from the bonds I create with my clients. Iʼm focused on making images that arenʼt just faces, but reflections of personal relationships—between mothers and children, husbands and wives. And with high school seniors, we push the artistic envelope and go beyond the normal cookie-cutter poses. As a result, the seniors who come to us are expecting us to produce something fun with attitude, something that truly reflects who they are at that stage in their life."

For Puć, her business is more than a nine-to-five job, itʼs a manifestation of who she is. In addition to serving the area as a talented photographer, she also contributes to the community with numerous fundraisers and events.

Expressions Photography by Sandy Puć is known for their accomplished photographers, helpful sales consultants, skilled imaging artists, and gracious hospitality. Clients are treated with warmth and respect from the moment they enter the studio, during their portrait session, and through the selection of their portraits. Clients view their images in a private sales room with a luxurious home-theater atmosphere where they are assisted in choosing the best package for their needs.

"I have been given a tremendous opportunity and responsibility to capture the beauty and spirit of the people I photograph."

-Sandy Puc'

DECEMBER UPSTATE MEETING/ JANUARY MEETING TEASER

2008-12-19T09:56:00.000-05:00

DECEMBER UPSTATE MEETING
Thanks Gregg for a great presentation on your sports photography and for making the trek to the upstate to give it. Thanks also to all those who took the time to attend, we had a great group and the discussions were lively!!!

JANUARY UPSTATE MEETING
Mark your calendar for Tuesday, January 6th for a talk presented by Tiffiney Addis—details to follow soon. This meeting will again be held at Ernest Rawlins Studio on Greenville, SC.

I look forward to seeing everyone again soon!!

DON”T FORGET TO PAY YOUR PPSC DUES AND REGISTER FOR THE CONVENTION.

Kristy
Williamson Photography
Belton, SC

UPSTATE DISTRICT DECEMBER MEETING & CHRISTMAS GATHERING

2008-12-03T09:43:00.000-05:00

Tuesday, December 16th @ 6:00 pm
Rawlins Photography
212 Wade Hampton Blvd, Greenville, SC
864.271.0002

SPEAKER: Gregg Martin from Columbia, SC
http://www.greggmartinphoto.com/

Please make plans to join your fellow upstate photographers (and any others that want to join us) for an evening of information and fellowship and FOOD on Tuesday, December 16th at Rawlins Photography in Greenville, SC.

Need a break from thinking about Christmas Portraits? Gregg Martin from Columbia will be on hand for a presentation on his approach to sports photography and how this work impacts the rest of his business.

Please bring a finger food or dessert AND a drink to share. We will enjoy your food and fellowship from 6:00-6:45. Gregg will make his presentation and we will have time for Q & A and more mingling afterwards.

As always, please respond to the list if you plan to attend....someone may want to know that YOU are coming!!!

Kristy
Williamson Photography
Belton, SC

2008-10-27T21:15:00.001-04:00

Please join us for the Coastal District November monthly meeting in Mt. Pleasant on Monday November 10th. Gregg Martin will be sharing with us his expertise about sports photography and how he incorporates that split second timing into his other types of photography. The meeting will be held at Cindy Cantore's studio in Mt. Pleasant at 7pm. Directions to the studio will be posted soon. If anyone is interested in gathering to eat before the meeting please email me privately (jennifereasler@hughes.net), and if we get enough interest, the location and eating time will be announced at a later date.

Midlands Meeting

2008-10-27T10:42:00.000-04:00

Here is the info for the meeting on Tuesday Nov 11th.

Noel Steele of Artistic Touch Studio in Gilbert, SC will be speaking.
Noel will share her creative ideas for pumping up your portrait and wedding sales.
Some of what she'll share with us is her handmade album covers, painted images,
and Photoshop techniques to turn your ordinary images into "must have" works of art
that your customers can't resist.

Dinner will be at Patty's studio beginning at 5:30pm. Domino's pizzas, salads, dessert
and drinks will be served. $5 each please to partake, and I'd like an estimated headcount
of those who will arrive early for dinner.
The pool table (in studio entrance) will be available to anyone wanting to shoot a game or two
before the meeting starts at 7pm.

Midlands Meeting Info

2008-10-10T13:23:00.000-04:00

Hey Everyone,

Come out and join us this Tuesday the 14th.

Here is the synopsis from Tammy and Kevin.

Tammy and Kevin Bevins will demo off camera lighting with strobes and video lights in a short photo shoot at the beginning of the meeting. We'll then talk about how we use creative posing and lighting to flatter our clients and how to get candid looking photos through directed posing....

We will eat at 6:00 at Foxes Pizza (Foxes Pizza is right down the street (2nd Loop Rd.) in the Piggly Wiggly plaza.) and the meeting will be at 7:00 at Collin's place.

Collin's home/studio address is 1859 Partridge Circle. Florence, SC 29505

hope to see you there.

Lee

Lamarr Williamson School

2008-10-06T12:55:00.000-04:00

Hi everyone! Just wanted to let you know what an awesome time we all had at the school in Myrtle Beach last week.

I took Cheri MacCallum's class on Painter. This was my first "school" experience and I'll definitely go again. The teacher to student ratio was great.

Another great benefit was that we actually got to paint our own images in addition to the ones we painted for instruction.

At the end of the week, we got to print one of our own on canvas (thanks to Ron and Showcase in Atlanta!) and Cheri taught us how to stretch our canvases onto a stretcher frame.

It was so much fun to bring back to the studio a finished painted image - ready to sell!

Here is one of our images I painted as a watercolor.

OCTOBER UPSTATE DISTRICT MEETING

2008-09-23T11:00:00.000-04:00

Fun with Food with Charlie Jordon!!!
Tuesday, October 7, 2008 @ 6:00 pm

Join us in the professional kitchen of Coach’s Low Country Brands, in Seneca, SC, Tuesday, October 7th for an evening of cooking, food styling and photography!! This will be a hands-on meeting. Expect to get your hands on the food to create your own set-up. You also get to eat it! No need to bring a camera but bring your own special plate!!!

I will send a reminder late next week and will need to know who plans to attend, so check your calendars now and reserve the time!!! This should be alot fun!

HOPE TO SEE YOU THERE!!

Coach’s Low Country Brands
Eagles Nest Drive
Seneca, SC 29678
864-287-3737 Charlie’s Cell

Directions
Take HWY 123 into Seneca
In Seneca, turn left at the 12 ft Statue onto Walnut
Turn Left onto Eagles Nest Drive and into the Eagles Nest Complex
Travel counter-clockwise until you see Coach’s Low Country Brands
Right next door to Sen. Lindsey Graham Office (135 Eagles Nest Drive, Suite B)

Kristy
Upstate District Chair

SEPTEMBER UPSTATE MEETING

2008-08-29T16:49:00.001-04:00

Greetings!!

Due to a last minute cancellation we are having to be a bit creative for our meeting this month!

Please join your fellow photographers at 6:00 p.m., Tuesday September 2nd at Panera Bread (864.226.5300) at 103 Station Drive (Off of Clemson Blvd in the Old Navy Parking Lot) in Anderson, South Carolina.

We will have a round table discussion and some photographer camaraderie (and we know how great that can be!!). To get the talking started please think of the one thing you own/do/sell/ etc. in relationship to photography, of course, that you would absolutely NOT give up!!

Please let everyone know via the LISTSERV if you plan to attend. Someone may be motivated to come to just to see YOU!! Also, I would like to know so I can get there early and get an area suitable for the number attending.

I am looking forward to seeing you there!!

Kristy Williamson
864.296.5071
kwphoto@charter.net
Upstate District Chair, PPSC

Midlands Meeting Info

2008-08-08T09:33:00.001-04:00

Hey Folks,

I'm reposting the Midlands Meeting info here.

Who: Matt Goslee

What: Photoshop Actions, the why and how

When: Tues Aug 12 6:00 Eat (see below for directions) 7:00 Meeting Starts

Where: Earth Angel Portraits Studio (Kim Bradford)

Why: Because you should = )

We are eating at: Chapin Station Restaurant: 1260 Columbia Ave, Chapin 29036 345-8884

Email Matt with any action requests that you want to see.

UPSTATE DISTRICT MEETING--Tuesday, August 5th

2008-07-30T12:14:00.000-04:00

August Upstate District Meeting
August 5, 2008

Meet for Dinner at 5:30 pm.
Henry’s Smokehouse
240 Wade Hampton Blvd
Greenville, SC
864-232-7774

Meet for Program at 6:30 pm
Mark Massingill
Ernest Rawlins Studio
726 Wade Hampton Blvd
Greenville, SC
864.271-0002

TOPIC:
PPSC Merits & Degrees

SPEAKER:
Jimmy Wood

Have you seen the medals around your mentor’s neck at convention? Wondered why the Print Judges have so many of them? Thought about getting more involved in PPSC but did not know how or why? Wondered how you could become the next SC Photographer of the year?

This program is all about challenging yourself professionally, giving back to an organization that strives to maintain our profession’s credibility, and it may even help you distinguish yourself from the competition.

Jimmy Wood, the official record keeper of PPSC, will take his Midlands talk on the road to the upstate to help us all understand a little bit more about how our participation and involvement in PPSC and the Annual Print Salon can lead to credentials and recognition.

And don’t forget, even if you already know all this stuff—or maybe already ARE the SC Photographer of the year—being in the fellowship of your fellow PPSC members is always an enlightening experience.

I will be out of town next week and will not be at the meeting. If you have any questions or concerns after Friday August 1, please contact Tiffiney Addis, momentscaptured4u@yahoo.com.

Let everyone know if plan to attend and invite a non-member too!!!!

COMING NEXT MONTH: September 2, 2008
Bridal Portraits, hosted by Suellen Holmes at her downtown Laurens Studio.

Coastal District Meeting for June

2008-06-09T11:09:00.000-04:00

Make plans now to join us for the Coastal District's June meeting...Sunday, June 22, 2008 Jeanne Richardson will be demonstrating Environmental Lighting in the Castle at Atalaya, located in Huntington Beach State Park...followed by a picnic for all to enjoy!
The class will begin at 3pm(the castle now closes at 5) and we will eat at 5pm. We would love to see everyone, from every district!!! Bring your food, bring your family, bring your camera, make this a time to create your own portraits after the picnic, the lighting on the beach will be gorgeous.
If you have any questions, call Jennifer Easler (843)412-5962.

Midlands Meeting Tuesday 6.10.08

2008-06-09T09:10:00.000-04:00

Our Midlands meeting will be at Kickstand Studio at 1520 Main Street 1A downtown. Dinner will be at Jammin Jazz at 1530 D Main Street at 5:30. We will begin photographing our model Melia live at 6:30 then go through some basic downloading from Adobe cs3 and then edit some of the images that are photographed. Below are some images of Melia that I photographed earlier this year. These images were part of her portfolio that she took with her to New York in March. Hope to see you there!

Convention Highlights!

2008-06-05T19:21:00.001-04:00

Convention 2008 Highlights!!!!

Thank you to CellarDoor Productions, www.cellar-door-productions.com for donating their time to put this together for PPSC.

Professional Photographersof South Carolina

Print Competition for the annual convention

January 9th combined coastal and midlands workshop!

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)

The 2012 PPSC Convention is fast approaching!

October 24th, Midlands & Upstate Meetings Combined

October 24th Midlands and Upstate Meetings Combined!!!

Fall Shootout!

Monday, October 24, 20115:00 PM - 8:30 PM

CWilbanks Photography Studio

Upstate Meeting Monday September 26th, 2011 6:30pm

Costal Meeting Monday September 19th, 2011

Midlands Meeting Tuesday September 13th, 2011

Costal Meeting Monday August 22nd, 2011

Midlands Meeting Tuesday August 16th, 2011

Upstate Meeting Thursday August 18th, 2011

Coastal Meeting Monday June 20th, 2011

Midlands June 7th, 2011 Meeting

Midlands May 24, 2011 Meeting

Costal May 16, 2011 Meeting

Costal Meeting April 25th 2011

Costal Meeting April 25th 2011

Midlands Background swap/sale Sunday June 5th, 2011

We need a host! Apritl 25th Costal Meeting

Monday April 18th Midlands Meeting

Upstate April 12th, 2011 Meeting

Upstate April 12th 2011

March 21st, 2011 Costal & Midlands Meeting Combined

Upstate Meeting March 8th, 2011

Costal Meeting Plans for 2011

March 8th Upstate Meeting

Print Competition Winners February 2011

Convention FAQ's and everything else you wanted to know!

Midlands January 18th get together

Midlands January 10th Meeting Canceled due to bad weather

Monday January 10th Midlands Meeting

Upstate December Meeting Moved to Januaray 6th

December 8th Upstate Meeting

December 14th Midlands Christmas Party

December 6th Midlands Meeting

November 9th Midlands Meeting

Upstate Novemeber 2nd Meeting

October 19th Midlands Meeting

September 14th Midlands Meeting

Midlands July 13th Meeting

April 13th Midlands Meeting

PPSC March Upstate District Meeting

Mickey Garrison

Midlands Meeting Info

January 25th PPSC coastal meeting

It's Convention Time!

Christmas Party

Coastal Meeting Nov 10th

Midlands Meeting Info

October Midlands Meeting

2010 Convention - Speaker #4

2010 Convention - Speaker #3

2010 Convention - Speaker #2

2010 Convention - Speaker #1

September Upstate Meeting--Tuesday, Sept 1, 2009

PPSC Upstate July Meeting THANKS!

July Upstate District Meeting

Midlands Meeting Info

Upstate District June Meeting

Midlands Meeting Info

PPSC Coastal District May Meeting

RECAP--May Upstate Meeting

Midlands Meeting Info

May Upstate Disctrict Meeting

Mega Mondays brought to you by PPSC

April Upstate Meeting Recap

Midlands Meeting Info

Upstate Meeting for April

Coastal District Deals

March Upstate District Meeting Recap!

Coastal District Meeting

Midlands Meeting Info

March Upstate District Meeting

PPSC MIDLANDS MEETING...
Take the guesswork out of flash photography:

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)

Monday, October 24, 2011
5:00 PM - 8:30 PM