Street Photography in Louisville

Our sister group, the Central Kentucky Photography Group, is hosting a street photography Photo walk on May 8th.

Shooting street candids, street scenes, and pieces of the urban landscape.

Location:
Waterfront Park 129 River RdLouisville, KY 40202

How to find everyone:
"meet in the blue parking lot by Joe's Crab Shack"

The cost is $5 per person.

A Call for Volunteers - Club Event Planning

There has been a lot of interest and some talk of getting a group together to go to Waverly in Louisville. I know the CKPG is also looking at doing this and, since there are group rate options, perhaps we should all try to go together. I think we need some helpers in the group to get some of these things going. So, I'm going to ask for some help and ask for some volunteers to coordinate. Ida, since you are in both groups, would you mind taking the lead on trying to organize the Waverly outing? I know Mike had made the suggestion on here, a really good one, that we shoot for Waverly in the spring (if we can) and for the Gorge in the fall. I, myself would be all about the overnight trip, but will settle for what the group wants. Can you look at some dates and rates that would work for us?

We talked about getting John Schnell (sp?) to present at one of our meetings or to see if we could have a working outing with him in the Gorge. I believe some members said they know John personally and would be willing to talk to him in this regard. Can I get a volunteer to help set this up? If you are willing to work on this, please email me and let me know.

We've also wanted to get James Archambeault to either present at a meeting or, better, to go out and shoot with us. I've heard he's up for those kind of things. Do I have any volunteers that would be willing to contact him and see about setting something up?Thanks!!!!!!

Looking Ahead

The 2010 Shooter's schedule is filling up quick. Here are a few things we have lined up.

Photographer Steve Hockensmith will be with us on March 24Th at the Scott Co Library at 6:30. He will do a presentation and then follow up with a question and answer session and he will have some of his books available for purchase.

There is a group shoot scheduled for April 3rd at Keeneland for the morning workouts. Time and place to meet information will be discussed at the next meeting.
http://www.keeneland.com/visit/lists/copy/workouts.aspx
And of course, the topic to shoot for the April 21st; HORSES.

May 19TH meeting - Still in discussion.

Photographer and UK Forestry Professor, will be speaking at the June 16TH meeting at the Scott County Library at 6:30. He has some awesome photography to share with us so make sure you attend this one.
http://www.uky.edu/Ag/Forestry/TBarnes/Barneshome1.htm

Brenda Fogle
502-863-7444
859-699-1679

Library Exhibit - Update!

We finalized the details at our meeting last Wednesday.

We will be receiving the pieces this Saturday at the library from 9:30 -10am. The members that have committed to being there are myself, Brenda, Lynn,and Robin. Mike will also be there, but he will be working and notexpected to be available with receiving pieces.

We will hang thee xhibit that morning on the rack system provided by the library. Matted pieces should be brought with binder clips to hang the pieces. If you have frames, you will need to bring S hooks for that purpose. I think the S hooks would need to be about 1 - 1.5 inches. Please remember that only frames with acrylic glazing will be accepted. Frames with glass will NOT be accepted for the exhibit.

As we discussed, it looks like we are going to have more room than initially expected for the exhibit. If you have pieces that you'd like to submit, please contact me immediately via email. I will need you to list the title of the piece, the size (cannot be larger than 11x14) and whether it each is matted or framed, the price if the piece is for sale or NFS if it is not for sale, along with your name, address, phone number, and email address.

Cumberland Falls Nature Photography Weekend

I announced this event at last night's meeting. At least 6 club members are already booked! The more the merrier, so check it out!!!!

Begin Date: 4/23/2010 End Date: 4/25/2010
Title: Nature Photography Weekend
Location: Cumberland Falls State Resort Park

Nature Photography buffs will enjoy this weekend that features a 24 hour digital competition. Photographers with all skill levels can pick up helpful tips from guest speakers. There will be amateur and accomplished classes. Plaques will be given in several categories. The cost is $ 35.00 per person.

Start Time: 6:00 A.M. End Time: 1:00 P.M.
Home Page: Cumberland Falls State Resort Park
Contact: BretA.Smitley@ky.gov

Sadieville - Permanent Exhibit, Events, and Opportunities

Hey Gang -

As I indicated in our meeting last night, Cindy Foster, with the city of Sadieville, has been a wonderful supporter of our group. She has not only expressed an interest in allowing our club members to be involved in shooting various Sadieville events, celebrations, and icons, but also graciously offered to allow us the opportunity to have exhibit space in their Town Hall where we can display our work, including framed prints, matted prints, cards, etc.

I spoke with her today and she indicated that the next events will be in April. There will also be a Railroad festival in October. She thought that might be a great opportunity for our group to prepare prints, cards, etc. to sell during the festival. The Festival will be October 9th.

I am waiting on the dimensions of the display area, but if you are interested in displaying pieces in the Sadieville Town Hall, on a rotating basis, please let me know. I believe she wants the photos to reflect their community and surrounding area.

Agenda for January 2010 Meeting

Scott County Shooters
January 20th, 2010


I. Announcements
a. Current and Upcoming Events
i. The Shooting Gallery
1. Volunteer Schedule/Things To Know
2. Feedback and Do We Want To Pursue Exhibit Opportunities
ii. Library Exhibit
1. Details – Amount of Space, Number of Pieces Allowed
2. Piece Requirements
iii. Possible On-going Exhibit in Sadieville
1. What they are looking for
2. Shooting Opportunities for Events, etc.
b. Upcoming Meeting Information – Date/Discussion Topic
c. Member Announcements
II. 2010 Outlook
a. Review of our adopted mission/vision statement
b. Review of roles and responsibilities – What we have now, do we want to change?
c. Dues – do we want to have them and if so, how much and how to track/spend?
d. Review/Outline of Goals
i. Contests
1. How many
2. On what schedule
3. Format and display
4. Judging
5. Prizes
ii. Group Outings
1. How many/How often
2. Who can help organize
3. What things are we interested in shooting
iii. Meetings
1. Number and schedule
2. Discussion of monthly themes – review results of blog votes
3. Rotational approach to discussion topics?
4. Training Materials
5. Q&A segment in each meeting?
6. Virtual suggestion box for club/meetings?
7. Guidelines for showcase of member work
a. Limit of photos –up to 10 per person per meeting
b. Photos must reflect the topic of the month
iv. Other
1. Exhibit Opportunities
2. Educational or photography presentations/workshops in the area
3. Charity and Community
4. Identity/Communication
a. Logo
b. Brochure/Flyer
III. Member Showcase