AHPW Newsletter
Celebrating 27 Years of Excellence in Photography
In this Issue . . .
March 2012
FEATURED WORKSHOPS
> A Friends Tribute
> Featured Foto News
MONUMENT VALLEY: AN INSPIRING VIEW FROM
HUNTS MESA
Derek von Briesen
> Participant Reviews
> Featured Partner
> Featured Workshops
> Featured Weekend Workshops
A FRIENDS TRIBUTE
Recently we have lost two really good friends
to the Arizona Highways Photo Workshops
organization. Lynn Rinehart and Gerri Levine
both became affiliated in different ways.
Lynn Rinehart started her
relationship with our
organization in 2006 when
she joined as a volunteer
with her husband John.
She especially enjoyed
Macro Photography and
created amazing
images of the
smallest flowers and
details. Lynn will
always be
remembered as a
caring and
compassionate friend
with a quick wit and
smile. All of her
fellow volunteers
have fond memories
of her and we will miss her dearly.
Gerri Levine was an outstanding
photographer who
became associated
with AHPW in recent
years as a workshop
participant. She had a
true passion for
photography that
showed in her art.
May 20-24
This workshop gets off to an amazing start as we will arrive in
Monument Valley just in time to
photograph the first annular solar
eclipse of the 21st century.
Positioned in the path of this rare
meteorological event, Monument
Valley will deliver a fantastic
photographic opportunity that won't
occur again until 2030.
The following day we will travel with
our Navajo outfitters up to Hunts
Mesa, some 1,000 feet above the
valley floor. It's commanding
vantage point offers incredible views
of the expansive landscape at
sunrise and sunset.
During this workshop you'll have the opportunity to photograph
distinctive formations in Mystery Valley and other favorite locations
such as Teardrop Arch, Ear of the Wind, Sun's Eye, Totem Pole
and Yei Bichei rocks. Finally, you'll visit a traditional Navajo hogan
where weavers pose at their looms as they create colorful rugs,
and you may even see a Navajo herder driving sheep. Join Derek
for this workshop that combines the tradition, culture and stark
beauty of Navajoland.
TAKING NIKON TO THE TETONS
Scott Frier
May 21-25
Digital technology seems to change almost daily and, when it
comes to photography, each new advance brings the promise of
matching the human
eye’s experience. Set
against the beautiful
Grand Tetons, this
workshop focuses on
Nikon’s newest digital
gear. Led by Scott
Frier, a Nikon
technical
representative and
award-winning
photographer, this
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She loved
photographing
hummingbirds and
Native people and
truly enjoyed Arizona Highways Magazine for
exhibiting the beauty of Arizona. She recently
became a
contributing
photographer
to AHM
fulfilling her
lifelong
ambition.
workshop will give you the chance to experiment with the latest in
Nikon gear. Whether you want to test a new body or a myriad of
lens, this is your opportunity to play before you pay while you
capture spectacular photos in one of the most beautiful National
Parks in the country.
During this five day workshop you'll have the opportunity to shoot
at all the favorite spots from Oxbow Bend to the famed Morman
Row. Whether you are at Schwabacher Landing or the Snake
River overlook, you'll have ample opportunity to capture the
majestic Tetons, beautiful sunrises over Jenny Lake, and maybe
even beaver, mink and moose that make their homes in the area.
SUMMERING IN ACADIA
FRIENDS FOTO NEWS
AHPW VOLUNTEERS GET TOP
HONORS
Congratulations go out to Volunteer Trip
Leaders, Sara Goodnick, Bruce Roscoe and
Ivan Martinez for being recipients of the TOP
10 Photographers of 2012 award from
the AZ Professional Photographers
Association.
ALOHA FROM THE BIG ISLAND
Congratulations to Friends of Arizona
Highways, Allan Ross, for his 2nd place win
in Hawaii Magazine's 2012 photo contest in
the Big Island Category. His infared image of
Liliuokalani Gardens in Hilo is simply
stunning.
AHPW PHOTOGRAPHER BOOK
SIGNING
Colleen Miniuk-Sperry
June 17-21
Join us on this unforgettable photography workshop, where you’ll
have the chance to capture iconic photographs of one of America’s
most popular and
scenic national parks. With outdoor
photographer and
two-time Acadia
Artist-in-Residence
Colleen Miniuk-Sperry
as your guide, you’ll
be in the right places
at the best times to
catch thunderous
waves crashing
against the rocky shoreline, blooming wildflowers in serene
meadows and inspiring historical locations throughout Acadia at
their very best.
Striking scenes of the rising sun from
Cadillac Mountain, John D.
Rockefeller’s historic carriage roads
and the granite-lined northeastern
shoreline await your camera. We’ll
also explore other equally photogenic
locations such as Day Mountain,
Hunter’s Beach and Great Head.
Through a combination of hands-on,
field-based photo shoots and
classroom critique sessions, you’ll
learn tips and tricks for capturing the
varying moods, weather and light that
Acadia presents, and take home a
broad portfolio of stunning nature
photographs of this diverse park.
Former Director of Photography for Arizona
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FEATURED WEEKEND WORKSHOPS
MAKE LIGHTING YOUR FIRST LANGUAGE
Paul Markow
be hosting a book signing and short program
on "Photography Composition", Friday,
April 6th from 7-9pm at Urban Beans Coffee
Bar at 3508 N. 7th Street, Phoenix. AHPW
participants, Suzanne Pfister and Doug
Kluender along with AHPW contributor and
Volunteer, Suzanne Mathia will have images
on display.
Event is FREE and Open to the Public!
March 17-18
Lights! Camera!
Action! Join highlyacclaimed,
commercial
photographer, Paul
Markow for an
opportunity to learn
optimal lighting
techniques in the
studio or on location
that will produce eyepopping images. You
will learn formal
lighting methods as well as alternative lighting techniques with a
model shoot each day. Participants will explore developing a
creative process that will deliver creative solutions.
Don't miss this fabulous opportunity to learn from the best in one of
the largest and best-equipped studios in the region.
PARTICIPANT REVIEWS
WINTER IN YELLOWSTONE
Henry Holdsworth
January 2012
“This workshop is a stunning opportunity to
photograph landscape & wildlife in one of the
most beautiful spots in the world, when very
few tourists are there. The landscape bathed
in snow is a magical experience as wind;
vapor, snow & ice sculpt the trees & water &
blanket the animals!" -- Laura Lee (KY)
“I enjoyed the places visited, wildlife, people
on trip (instructors as well as participants),
lodging (basically everything)." -- Lynn (CA)
THE VIBRANCE OF TUCSON'S BARRIO
Joel Grimes
The Tucson Barrio is a photographers delight; a treasure trove of
charming adobe homes - many
dating from the 1800's. Rich in
tradition, history and charm, the
Barrio offers a variety of color,
texture and architecture to fill up
your lens. Doorways and window
frames painted in primary colors
juxtaposed against weathered
adobe walls present inviting
subjects from which to create
folksy, whimsical compositions.
Join world-class photographer,
Joel Grimes as he leads
participants on a photographic
journey to create images of the
Old Pueblo that are larger than
life.
DISCOVER HISTORIC ROUTE 66
Richard Maack
"The knowledge of the photographer as to
locations for best wonderful landscapes and
wildlife was exceptional."-- Dave (CA)
March 31 - April 1
April 13-15
Now there's a reason to celebrate April 15th!
Register for this classic roadtrip by March 12th to
receive $66 in instant AHPW Rebates!
Route 66 is the quintessential American road trip. Coined the
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“Henry, Jon & Michael were all very
knowledgeable & helpful, covered all topics of
instruction. Overall, it was an excellent week.
This team represents AZ Highways in
exceptional manner.” -- Linda (AZ)
WINTERSCAPES - GRAND
CANYON
Peter Ensenberger
January 2012
“The instructor knew the best vistas fro the
weather and lighting conditions, giving us the
opportunity to
create amazing
photographs. I’m
looking forward to
another workshop
in the future.”
-- Alan (MA)
“My instructor
knew exactly
when and where
to take us to best
photograph with
the light and
weather
conditions.” -- Noah (MA)
Mother Road, this
2400-mile stretch of
pavement defined a
generation; places
where a thousand
stories of hope,
heartbreak, love and
new dreams were
made. Today a retro
vibe can still be found
along a stretch of
Arizona’s original
Route 66 where quirky shops, roadside motels, drive-ins, diners,
and classic cars give way to an era gone by. Join Richard Maack,
as he takes you down this nostalgic road of photographic fun with
stops in the historic goldmining town of Oatman,
where western shoot-outs
and wild burros are just
waiting for shutters to
snap. A visit to the
Hackberry General Store
and its collection of
antiques and memorabilia
will fill your lens with color
and character. And of
course no trip down this
famed highway would be
complete without capturing
the calidescope of neon
lights at the Seligman’s
Snow Cap Drive-In, where
we'll shoot the brightly lit building and endulge ourselves with a
hamburger, fries and chocolate malt. So bring your camera and
your sense of adventure. Yesteryear awaits you on Historic Route
66.
JEROME: "WICKEDEST TOWN IN THE WEST"
Derek Von Briesen
WATSON LAKE
Colleen Miniuk-Sperry
January 2012
“Have heard all kinds of comments about
critiques and was a little wary. It was fun,
helpful, and very non-threatening. Look
forward to more.” -- Jackie ( AZ)
April 20-22
Go back to another time in Arizona’s mining history and spend two
and a half days in Jerome –
Arizona’s iconic “wickedest town in
the West.” The photographic
opportunities that await you include
historic architecture and
reconstructed 1800s buildings,
street scenery, historic signage,
western models, motorcycles with
models, a glass-blowing studio, a
ghost-town mine (Gold King Mine),
Historic Jerome State Park and
Verde Valley landscape vistas.
Derek Von Briesen will instruct
participants in field techniques for
landscape, architecture, “streetstyle” photojournalism, interiors and
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much more. Join us for another fun-filled photo weekend.
“What a fantastic workshop. The quality of
the instruction was outstanding, the
atmosphere was relaxed, and the overall
experience was terrific. I learned more in two
days than at most all other workshop
combined.” -- Bethany (AZ)
TRAVEL PHOTOGRAPHY BY LIGHTRAIL
J. Peter Mortimer
April 14-15
If you’ve ever thought about becoming a published travel and
recreation photographer, this is the workshop for you! Join former
Arizona Highways picture editor
J. Peter Mortimer as he rides
the Phoenix Light Rail and
shows you how to make travel
pictures within walking distance
of station stops.
“Great workshop again! Colleen is very
helpful & very knowledgeable." -- Katherine
(AB)
FEATURED PARTNER
Throughout the course of this
two-day seminar, you’ll practice
photography basics and handson travel shooting techniques.
And then, the second day, you’ll
participate in an in-depth
classroom critique of your
pictures during a group forum.
This workshop can be taken
without any prerequisites.
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