In Focus!
The Camera Club of
Hendersonville
September 2016
CLUB MEETINGS - Are held on the fourth Tuesday
of the month at the Chamber of Commerce Building,
204 Kanuga Road (intersection with Church Street).
6:30 Social half hour; 7:00 Meeting.
Next meeting is September 27th.
CRITIQUE GROUP - meets on the second Tuesday
of the month at 1:00 at the Unitarian Universalist
Church, 2021 Kanuga Road. Next meeting is
September 13 .
Ginny Bedell
Education Director
ginnybedell@comporium.
net
Bob Benedict Communications/Newsletter rcbenedict36@
gmail.com
Bob Coffey
Programs Director
[email protected]
Dennis Guffey Treasurer
[email protected]
Ken Weaver
Chairperson
kennethweaver@
kenzlenz.com
GIMME YOUR BEST SHOT
In This Issue
2016 Program Schedule
Chairman’s Message
September Meeting Club Picnic
October Outings
Photographer of the Month
The Learning Corner
Tip Of the Month
Members Forum
Illustrated Photography Directory
Last But Not Least -
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Key Dates:
Friday, September 23, 1:00
Saturday, October 1, 9:30
Monday, October 3, 2:00
Tuesday, October 4, 8:30
STEERING COMMITTEE:
Club Picnic
World Wide Photo Walk
Mini Workshop Series
Chimney Rock Park
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Just a reminder that the topic for September is Photojournalism.
See the rules for submission in terms of sizing and formatting at:
www.cameraclubofhendersonville.com/forum-entryrules-12-10-2015.pdf.
HOWEVER, images for Gimme Your Best Shot should be sent to
Ken Weaver at: [email protected] images will
simply be displayed, but not critiqued.
Photojournalism as a Subject
Wickipedia provides a succint summary of the subject:
“Photojournalism is a particular form of journalism (the collecting,
editing, and presenting of news material for publication or broadcast)
that employs images in order to tell a news story. It is now usually
understood to refer only to still images, but in some cases the term
also refers to video used in broadcast journalism. Photojournalism is
distinguished from other close branches of photography (e.g. documentary photography, street photography, celebrity photography)
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by complying with a rigid ethical framework which demands that the work be both honest and impartial while
telling the story in strictly journalistic terms. Photojournalists create pictures that contribute to the news media.
Timeliness
The images have meaning in the context of a recently published record of events.
Objectivity
The situation implied by the images is a fair and accurate representation of the events they depict in both content
and tone.
Narrative
The images combine with other news elements to make facts relatable to the viewer or reader on a cultural level.
As these photos from Google Images show not every one has to be from a conflict or war torn situation.
The photos above are not an endorsement of any candidate or of marital status.
CHAIRMAN’S MESSAGE - BY KEN WEAVER
Many of our members are new to photography and have struggled with one of the
very first tasks which is getting your photos off of your camera and on to a computer.
Next, before they can be shown to other club members at the Critique Group or at a
General Meeting, those pesky images need to be resized and renamed! Our novice
has now given up!
Help is now on the way! Starting on Monday, October 3, 2016, at 2:00 pm, the Club will be conducting
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a series of help sessions with one-on-one instruction of these tasks and others as the months go on. For more
information check out Mini Workshop Series on our CCoH website.
AUGUST MEETING
The Club wants to give a hearty “Thank You” to Kevin Adams for his excellent presentation on “Waterfalls”.
Kevin has been a speaker at several past meetings and the Club is truly appreciative of his efforts.
His gallery and descriptions of his Photo Tours can be found at kadamsphoto.com
SEPTEMBER MEETING
Our speaker for September is Ralph Raesemann whose topic will be Sports
Photography. Ralph has been a freelance photographer for Sports Illustrated and
UPI, as well as the team photographer for the USFL football team Jacksonville Bulls
and Continental basketball team Jacksonville Jets. He has also photographed over
215 weddings.
Ralph is a Club member and was also the Photographer of the Month in the
December newsletter. His work can be viewed at rerphotos.com
SEPTEMBER REFRESHMENTS
Peter & Sandy Jones, John Orolin
Our thanks to Judy Tuthill and Pat Freeman
for the July refreshments.
CLUB PICNIC
Annual Picnic at Holmes Educational State Forest on Friday, September 23
The CCoH annual picnic will be held at the same
location as last year, Holmes Education State
Park, albeit a month earlier since it was so cold in
October last year. Other than that, everyone who
responded to my poll agreed to have it there again.
The pavilion is large enough to hold about sixty
people and it has been reserved for us that Friday.
There are numerous things to see, do and
photograph in the park. The address is 1299 Crab
Creek Road Hendersonville, NC 28739. For
directions and other information check their website
at http://www.ncesf.org/holmes.html.
Most important, of course, is the opportunity to socialize with fellow members and get to know them better. It’s
a great chance to ask questions and exchange tips and stories about your photography, which is hard to
do during the breaks at our regular meetings.
This will be a pot-luck picnic so we ask that everyone bring their favorite dishes and beverages to
share as follows:
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A–H
Salads or sides
J–P
Main dish
R – W Desserts
The club will supply plates, plastic ware, cups, napkins and ice.
We plan on starting at 1:00 and remaining until mid afternoon.
Please RSVP via return e-mail so we will know how many to expect.
Bob Coffey
Programs Director
OCTOBER OUTINGS
Scott Kelby’s World Wide Photo Walk - We Walk with a Purpose
Each year, photographers around the world gather on the same day to explore, photograph, share photos with
one another, make new friends, and be a part of a great cause. The Worldwide Photo Walk takes place
Saturday, October 1. It supports The Springs Of Hope Kenya Orphanage, an organization that feeds, houses,
educates and empowers young orphans so that they can grow up to not just survive but succeed. We’re asking
each person who participates to donate to help make a difference in these kids lives. Every dollar counts.
The website is at http://worldwidephotowalk.com
The Camera Club has been accepted to host the "World Wide Photo Walk" that takes place October 1st.
Mike Merrill’s request was for the Asheville/Hendersonville area but he feels that the best location would be
downtown Hendersonville for several reasons. Parking is more convenient in Hendersonville, great photo
opportunities, and a safe and familiar location that needs to include all age groups.
The goal is 50 people and this should include a good turnout of club members. This will be a 2 hour walk
starting at the visitor center and finish at Moe's BBQ restaurant. This is a 4+ restaurant with peak business
between 12 and 1pm. The walk will start at 9:30 am and finish at 11:30 am.
Not everyone has a zoom or wide angle, but we all have a point-n-shoot or a short lens that can be used.
please RSVP to Mike Merrill at [email protected] so he will have a head count.
Return Field Trip To Chimney Rock Park on Tuesday October 4th
A few of us were left with soggy clothes and wet hair,
now known as the "wet heads", the last time we went
there. Remember that we have "FREE" rain check
passes for a return trip, so let’s try it again.
Anyone else that would like to join us is welcome. Let’s
meet at Ingles on Hwy 64 and Howard Gap Road at
8:30 am. Drive East on Highway 64 to Chimney Rock
Park, 431 Main St., Chimney Rock, N.C. Enter the park
around 9:00 am. Unfortunately, the elevator is still
inoperable.
For those without a rain check pass, the fee is $15.00; $2.00 off for seniors and last time we received another
discount because of the elevator.
We can get that nice warm sun in the morning and should be through around 12:30/1:00 pm and meet back in
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the parking area.
Lunch will be at the Rock Cafe at the entrance to the park then return to our meet-up spot or whenever your ride leaves. If
we wait until a later date we could run into the seasonal crowds.
As usual, please RSVP to Mike Merrill at [email protected] so he will have a head count.
PHOTOGRAPHER OF THE MONTH: BROOKE LAUGHTER
Hello, my name is Brooke Laughter and I'm a 24 year old native of Hendersonville born and raised.
My husband, Frankie a local firefighter, and I have been happily married for 4 years and are
expecting our first child, a little girl, in November. I am going to be a stay-at-home mom for the next
few years and got back into photography this year while in search of a hobby that I could enjoy
doing with a baby at home. I'll be getting a lot of practice taking portraits once she is born.
Photography has also allowed me to slow down in life and enjoy the beautiful mountains that we
are so blessed to live in. North Carolina truly is God's country. I enjoy hiking and camping with my
husband and our four dogs and being outdoors in general.
I joined the Camera Club of Hendersonville a couple months ago and I love it. Everyone has been so welcoming and helpful
as I learn more about photography.
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THE LEARNING CORNER
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Visitng your local library is always is an excellent place to start or expand one’s exploration as we
move along the path of creating our own personal style, craft and vision of photography.
I recently took a virtual stroll, as CCoH’s new Educational Director, through the Hendersonville
County Library web site/catalog to see what is currently in its “stacks”. I filtered my search; and
asked for the most current books related to digital photography.
Words, such as pro, garden, create, nature, “rethink”, glossary, advanced, beginner, “teach”
yourself, wedding, “kid’s” guide and even dummies (ugh), from the various titles caught my eye!
However, one word in particular spoke to me. That word was Joy which can be found in Jeff Wignall’s two books listed
below! I’m partial to Jeff Wignall since I took an online class with him in 2004. I also read his book that greatly assisted me
on my photographic journey! So, whether you are a beginner, intermediate or professional photographer, I’m sure that one
of these books will be of personal interest as you move along your creative path.
Here are some of the most current books ranging from 2016 – 2004:
The best of The digital photography book series: the step-by-step secrets for how to make your photos look like the
pros! Parts 1-5 by Scott Kelby (2016)
Digital photography complete course by David Taylor, Tracy Hallett, Paul Lowe, Paul Sanders (2015)
Digital photography by Shawn Frederick (2013)
Complete digital photography by Ben Long (2013)
The photographic garden: mastering the art of digital garden photography by Matthew Benson (2012)
Digital image transfer: creating art with your photography by Ellen G. Horovitz (2011)
The complete guide to nature photography: professional techniques for capturing digital images of nature and wildlife
by Sean Arbabi (2011)
The new joy of digital photography by Jeff Wignall (2011)
Rethinking digital photography: making & using traditional & contemporary photo tools by John Neel (2011)
Digital photography masterclass by Tom Ang (2008)
The glossary of digital photography by John G. Blair (2008)
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National Audubon Society guide to nature photography: Digital Edition by Tim Fitzharris (2008)
Advanced digital photography: techniques & tips for creating professional quality images by Tom Ang
(2007)
Teach yourself visually digital photography by Dave Huss and Lynette Kent (2006)
Digital SLR cameras & photography for dummies by David D. Busch (2006)
Digital wedding photography : a step-by-step guide to creating perfect photos by Paul F. Gero (2005)
The joy of digital photography by Jeff Wignall (2005)
The kids' guide to digital photography : how to shoot, save, play with & print your digital photos by Jenni
Bidner (2004)
TIP OF THE MONTH
This Tip of the Month is provided by Erik Kissa.
As a PSA Consultant Dr. Kissa responds to questions regarding photographic equipment and
techniques at [email protected], contributing to the PSA Journal with a monthly Q&A column.
Thanks to Bob Coffey for passing along the Tip.
I was thinking of buying a newer model camera to replace by D70. Any thoughts about the
Nikon D3100?
Jenny
Jenny,
The D3100 is a discontinued model. The current D3300 is one the best beginner cameras but for somebody
who has been shooting with a D70. I recommend the Nikon D5500, the only Nikon DSLR with a variangle touch
screen. 24 MP DX sensor. The camera is small and light (less than a pound). I have the older D5300 and use it
more often than my full-frame pro cameras.
The camera (body) is on sale now at B&H for $747 (usually $897), free shipping.
READERS’ FORUM
Recently members were asked what their favorite lens was and why it was their
favorite. The responses received reflect a variety of preferences.
Rich DeSimone
Nikon AF-S VR Zoom Nikkor 70-300 mm f/4.5-5.6G IF ED
What a great lens. It fits perfectly the kind of photography I do - mainly birds and
other convenient critters, flowers, and other bright manifestations of nature all around us. At 300 mm I can zoom
in on fine feather detail of a hummingbird, or if a Pileated Woodpecker flies at me (HA! more likely a crow!), back
off to 100 mm or less in an instant to capture the moment. With this lens I usually have a wide range of
composition options, and the ability to choose and adjust to them 'on the fly.' Most of what I do is hand-held, so I
really value this flexibility, made even more reliable by the excellent vibration-reduction feature, which reduces the
need for a tripod or monopod which I rarely use. It also focuses internally which means that there's no extension
of the lens, nor do filters rotate when focusing.
This lens is my basic working lens; it's always on the camera unless I need wide angle or macro capability. It
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can handle anything from jumping horses at the Equestrian Center, to
nesting birds at a rookery, to birds splashing in my birdbath or skittish
butterflies on my flowers.
I purchased this lens when I was using a DX-APC sensor Nikon D7000
camera, even though it is a FX (full-frame) lens. The logic in choosing it
was two-fold: should I upgrade to a full-frame camera (which I did), the
image would fill the larger sensor for which it is designed; and with the
smaller sensor DX camera, only the light from the center region of the
lens would impact the sensor. Since most lens distortion occurs at the periphery, this part of the image would
be unrecorded, falling outside the sensor elements; thus hopefully a better image.
From the beginning, and with all cameras, I've gotten excellent results. It's not a light lens, weighing in at about
750 gms (1 2/3 pounds), but I've gotten used to it. My 105 mm macro lens is heavier, and when I mount my
150-600 mm lens and carry it for a couple of hours, returning to the 70-300 mm is a welcome change.
Compared to a prime lens like the f/2.8 macro, image quality is, as close as I can tell, on par; even though it's
not as fast, it focuses quickly enough for me. Compared to the 'big zoom', except at long distances, I can get
equally good or better results by cropping (although losing more of the image) the 300 mm. This was evident at
the Equestrian Center, and even at the wetlands in Florida, where a tripod would have helped, the longer lens
being more difficult to control.
At one time I thought of selling this lens and buying a 28-300 mm all-purpose lens. I'm glad I didn't. I haven't
found any zoom which gives me better results. One problem with the wider range zooms with internal focusing,
is focal length shortening. At infinity the lens should be a true 300 mm for example; but at closer distances, 300
mm is no longer 300 mm. It could be a lot less, and the wider the zoom range, the more pronounced the effect.
I can't guarantee that everyone will be as happy with this lens as I am. That depends on how you use it; and
maybe I just got a superior copy. Not all lenses of the same model are equal. It's like runout on a saw blade;
some have less and cut better, but they all fall within tolerances and leave the factory with that
understanding. But my 70-300 has now been around for a while, and I think you can get it for less than I paid,
so if it will meet your needs, I would highly recommend it.
Gary Lightner
I believe my favorite lens is the Canon EF 100mm f/2.8L IS USM
Macro Lens. It is more versatile then one would think. Not only do I
use this lens for close ups, I use it for portraits. In a few occasions, I
have used it for street photography and landscapes. In every
occasion, the photos have been tack sharp. With the image
stabilizer, I can hand-hold at 1/30 of a second with good results. The
only thing that I don't use the lens for is action shots. The only
negative thing I can think of is the price.
William Merrill
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When I decided to move beyond my kit lens everything I either read or heard
about was the big three glass that every photographer had to have in his/her bag.
The 50mm, the 24/70mm and the 70/200mm. After I bought the 50 and the 70/200
I started to focus on buying the 24/70 when a friend suggested the 24/120. It has
a little further reach and has the vibration reduction feature. This has become my
all around lens on my Nikon 750 which is a full frame camera. I also have a Nikon
7100 which has a crop sensor. My favorite lens on this camera is the 16/85mm
that has very similar results as the 24/120 on the full frame camera. Both lens
work very well as an all around lens.
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ILLUSTRATED PHOTOGRAPHY DIRECTORY
Micro Four Thirds System
A standard for compact system cameras (CSC’s)
created by Olympus and Panasonic in 2008. It uses
the same sensor as Four Third Systems DSLR
cameras, but doesn’t use the mirror box or
pentaprism. This allows a smaller, lighter more
compact body and lens design.
Midtones
All the areas of an image that aren’t shadows or highlights. These
are the areas of brightness that, if the image were converted to
black and white would be a shade of grey rather than black or
white. In a histogram they correspond with the main central parts
of the histogram graph.
Minimalist Photography
As with minimalism in art, music and
literature, this is a style of
photography that uses a small
number of elements to create its
effect, and is often calm and
contemplative.
One contemporary photographer who
consistently uses a minimalist style in
his landscape work is Michael Kenna.
Michael Kenna
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LEGAL STUFF - THE FINE PRINT
Contents of this site are © 2016 by the Camera Club of Hendersonville, NC or its members except where noted. All image
copyrights are held by the photographer. You may not copy, distribute for hire, or use for commercial gain any contents of
this newsletter without the explicit written permission of the copyright holder. Any links to external websites provided on the
Camera Club of Hendersonville Website and/or newsletter pages are provided as a courtesy. They should not be construed
as as an endorsement by the Camera Club of Hendersonville of the content or views of the linked materials. The information
contained is for general information purposes only. The information is provided by the Camera Club of Hendersonville, a notfor-profit organization, and while we endeavor to keep the information up to date and correct, we make no representations or
warranties of any kind.
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LAST, BUT NOT LEAST
Editor’s note: As members’ submissions to “My Favorite Photograph” have lagged (i.e. none), Ken Weaver was
prevailed upon for this month’s newsletter. Hopefully you have a favorite photograph, taken within a year of
submission, that can be sent to [email protected], along with a description.
Ken Weaver
Russell Cranston Hibler Memorial 1946-1970
Created in remembrance of Russell Cranston Hibler, a classmate of mine, who was killed in action in Vietnam
on March 30, 1970. Two others from his company, David Barrus and Floyd Franklin were killed simultaneously
on the same day in an ambush. The reflection of the three returning from patrol represent the men lost that day
from Alpha Company, 501st Battalion, 2nd Brigade, 101st Airborne Division. This is a composition of
three images: the Wall, the statues of the Returning Patrol which is about 75 yards away, and my finger. The
original photo had my hand over exposed so I had to shoot another image of my hand to cover the over
exposed one.
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