Composition (1 of 2) presented by Jim Fowler In case you missed it last year, maybe because you asked yourself “how much could Jim Fowler have to say about composition”, now is your chance to watch it.  Jim starts by putting composition in context:  it is only one of four elements of a compelling photograph.  Then he proceeds to answer the quintessential question asked by snapshot takers the world over:  “why is it that my final photo of the wonderful eye-grabbing scene  is nothing like the grand vision I saw with my own eyes?”  The starting point is the difference between what our eye/brain interaction “sees”, in contrast to the much more limited ability of a camera to “see”.  Learn how the brain constructs depth from two dimensional images.  From the eye movement experiments of Alfred Yarbus, learn how people REALLY look at pictures.  Using examples from famous paintings, photos from great photographers, and a wide selection of his own work, both good AND bad, he then surveys composition BEFORE you take the picture, WHEN you take it, and AFTER you take it.  All of the well-known “rules”, like the “Rule of Thirds”, are discussed.   He will tell you that they aren’t really “rules” at all, with one exception.  Finally, he illustrates how the best photographers altered their photographs to improve them.  What have members said?  Gordon Griffiths said:  “a masterful job, a great success.  One of the highlights this year.  I hope you will present it again.”  Garry Schaefer said:  “extremely well prepared and delivered, just like a top of the line work of art.”  Don Piper said:  “the best presentation I have attended.”  All attendees are provided with a set of notes that includes source references and a field guide.   Some illustrative photos are new. This workshop consists of 2 evenings, October 6th and October 20th.  Please register here only if you can attend both.  Thank you!

Theme: Out of Focus  - The quest for tack sharp photos is something most photographers are on the quest for – but sometimes it is a lack of focus can really make a shot what it is. Due to the COVID19 virus and the need to practice Social Distancing, Tuesday Group will not be meeting but we can capture images in our homes and neighbourhoods. As always, please share you photos on our Gallery and/or the VCC Flickr groups. Please register to receive follow-up information on any changes and to receive notification if a weather-related cancellation is required.

Theme: Presentation by Rick Lawrence  Details: As I am sure you are aware Rick Lawrence was VCC's guest speaker at September's Presenter's Night. The photographs/art pieces he showed us were numerous, rich in colour, form, texture and were stunning. I felt like I had been transported to another place. In addition, Rick spoke with passion, authority and openness. This month he is back presenting at The Creative SIG. Rick will give us an in-depth presentation on "Emotional Memory and Photography." He has assured me that there will be plenty of time for questions and discussions regarding  photography/art. So, we hope you can join us and remember the second half of the evening will be your opportunity to show some of the creative images you have been working on, five maximum please. Like last month we ask that you have the images ready to go (opened on your desktop at home) and when asked you will share your screen. Zoom doors open at 6:40 p.m.

NOTE NEW MEETING START TIME: 7:00 pm Members' Night Details: You are invited to stake out a 10 minute time slot to present your images or a short learning session. Check out the guidelines at the Documents & Files How-to section of the website and make your submission well in advance.

Composition (2 of 2) presented by Jim Fowler In case you missed it last year, maybe because you asked yourself “how much could Jim Fowler have to say about composition”, now is your chance to watch it.  Jim starts by putting composition in context:  it is only one of four elements of a compelling photograph.  Then he proceeds to answer the quintessential question asked by snapshot takers the world over:  “why is it that my final photo of the wonderful eye-grabbing scene  is nothing like the grand vision I saw with my own eyes?”  The starting point is the difference between what our eye/brain interaction “sees”, in contrast to the much more limited ability of a camera to “see”.  Learn how the brain constructs depth from two dimensional images.  From the eye movement experiments of Alfred Yarbus, learn how people REALLY look at pictures.  Using examples from famous paintings, photos from great photographers, and a wide selection of his own work, both good AND bad, he then surveys composition BEFORE you take the picture, WHEN you take it, and AFTER you take it.  All of the well-known “rules”, like the “Rule of Thirds”, are discussed.   He will tell you that they aren’t really “rules” at all, with one exception.  Finally, he illustrates how the best photographers altered their photographs to improve them.  What have members said?  Gordon Griffiths said:  “a masterful job, a great success.  One of the highlights this year.  I hope you will present it again.”  Garry Schaefer said:  “extremely well prepared and delivered, just like a top of the line work of art.”  Don Piper said:  “the best presentation I have attended.”  All attendees are provided with a set of notes that includes source references and a field guide.   Some illustrative photos are new. Please attend this workshop only if you can attend Part 1 and Part 2.  If you have registered for Part 1, October 6th, you are automatically registered for Part 2.  A Zoom link will be sent to you after noon on Oc

A Mobile Photography SIG Workshop Workshop Presenter Jerry Hug Our first Mobile Photography SIG meeting will be a two-hour presentation designed to jump-start the skills of anyone interested in using their phone to make compelling images. Although geared to those getting started in Mobile Photography, our presenter will include something for everyone, including advanced users. The workshop will be in two parts and packed with information. Part 1. 1. Purchasing your iPhone/Smartphones and what you need when you upgrade. 2. Setting up your Phone for both quality photos and videos. How to hold and shoot Manual. 3. Add on external hardware and equipment for Mobile use. 4. My favourite applications (apps) 5. Organizing images for viewing and “Slideshows” 6. Travelling with only Mobile devices for Photography (advantages and limitations). 7. How I use specialized apps for getting better results. 8. Using textures both handmade and purchased. 9. How I store my images on the devices and use iCloud 10. Printing directly from the Mobile device to the best Canon or Epson printers. Part 2 Jerry will also be demonstrating the use of three applications for post-processing images on the phone - Snapseed, Touch Retouch and Lightroom Mobile (available for iPhone and Android) All apps are free except Touch Retouch, which is under $3 on the App and Play Stores. Although Jerry will be using an iPhone, the functionality of the apps across platforms is virtually identical, so Android users will have no problem following along on their devices. Participants are encouraged to download and install all three apps on their devices in advance of the workshop. A link will be provided so you can download the same images that Jerry will be processing, allowing you to work alongside him in real-time if you wish. A complete set of speaker notes in PDF format will be provided and the workshop will be recorded allowing registrants to replay it at their convenience. Abou