Club Treasurer Julie Fass introduced our guest speaker, Christine Cook, who spoke to us via ZOOM about Colour Theory in Photography.
Christine talked about how some colours work well together and other combinations don’t. She used several photographs to demonstrate complimentary colour schemes.
The Chatham Camera Club wishes to thank Christine for her fascinating talk. Several of our members commented about how a better understanding of Colour Theory will help create more pleasing images.
For another take on Colour Theory, take a look at Ted Forbe’s YouTube video below.
• Our next meeting will be a live meeting at Evangel Community Church, 76 Sandys St. Chatham on October 24th at 7PM
– Guest Speaker Adam Harpula will teach us how to pose couples and groups.
– What I Shoot by Christine Thomas
– Photo Challenge Results
– Print Display (show us a print of any size or subject)
“We take photos as a return trip to a moment otherwise gone.”
• Club secretary, Barb Ferren welcomed one new member and two guests to open the Chatham Camera Club’s 88th year of existence.
• Treasurer Julie Faas presented her annual Auditor’s Report, showing the club’s finances. Member Rick McArthur has audited our books and has confirmed that everything is in order.
• Photo Challenge Manager Tere Deslippe reviewed the 2023/2024. You can find a copy of the schedule here: 2023-24 Challenge due date schedule.
• Tere showed the results of our summer fun project, “It’s Hip To Be Square”, where our members changed the aspect ratio of their cameras to 1:1 to create a square image, and set their picture style to black and white. Congratulations to those who took part in this exercise. You created some fabulous images!
• Dave and Keith examined a few of the excellent prints that were on display. Thanks to all who participated. If you would like to show some of your printed work, your next chance to do so will be at our Tuesday, October 24th meeting. Any size, any subject is more than welcome.
• To make up for a technical issue, Mike Blazek’s slideshow was replayed to the delight of those in attendance. Mike’s excellent collection of nature and abstract photos was enjoyed by all.
• Our next meeting will be held via ZOOM on October 10th at 7 PM when guest speaker Christine Cook will teach us about Color Theory.
“What’s the use of having great depth of field if there’s not an adequate depth of feeling?” – W. Eugene Smith
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About two dozen members and guests enjoyed a visit to Jackhill cemetery and pioneer cabin in the former Dover Township. Special thanks to our hosts Mike and Annette Szucs for their hospitality. A few photos from the evening can be found on our Club Photos page.
The Club has recently learned of the passing of one of its longest serving members, Norma West.
Norma is remembered for hosting many photo workshops at her home and for acting as The Club’s lunch co-ordinator for over fifty years. During her time with our organization, she held the offices of secretary, vice-president and president. Such was her dedication, she was honored as the CCC’s first Honorary Lifetime Member in 2008.
Your CCC executives are currently putting together two summer “Walk-Abouts”, where our members can gather at interesting venues and take photos together. Details will be announced here and by email in the near future.
• Jim Pollock spoke to Club members about a summer exercise that involves shooting in a square format. The idea is actually a three part activity. First, we need to change the aspect ratio of our cameras to square by going into the menu and switching it from 3:2 to 1:1. Next, set the Picture Style to monochrome (black and white). Third, if you have one, use a 50 mm lens. (If you don’t have one, try to keep your zoom lens to around 50 mm). Using this camera set-up, take photos of your favourite subjects, such as landscapes, vehicles, architecture, nature, sports and people, using the square format. You’ll be amazed at the difference in perspective you can achieve with the new settings. Over the summer, send around six of your best images to Tere at ccc.picsubmissions@Gmail.com. Next fall, we will use the images as a group effort in What I Shoot. For instructions on how to achieve the required camera settings, check your manual or consult YouTube or Google. For a review of Jim’s presentation, see the Google Drive link HERE
• Tere revealed the scores from our final Photo Challenge of the season. You can see the pictures that received the highest marks on our Club Photos page.
• 2022 – 2023 Photo Challenge winners were announced as follows: Novice
1st place – Rochella Mulhern – (261.5 pts)
2nd place – Janis Mayuk – (256.5 pts)
2nd place – Stacy Arnold – (256.5 pts) Intermediate
1st place – Barb Ferren – (255 pts)
2nd place – Penny Rintoul – (254 pts)
3rd place – Cindy Taleski – (250.5 pts) Advanced
1st place – Mary Craig – (268 pts)
2nd place – Jana Smith – (262 pts)
3rd place – Martha Gilliar – (254.5 pts) Salon
1st place – Jim Pollock – (284 pts)
2nd place – Linda Pepper – (282.5 pts)
3rd place – Tere Deslippe – (282 pts)
Photos receiving an Honorable Mention can be seen in the YouTube video below.
Photos of award winners receiving their certificates can be found on our Club Photos page.
Photo Of The Year, as judged by a representative of the Windsor Camera Club, was presented to Jim Pollock for his eagle photo.
Club Secretary Barb Ferren presented Past President Jim Pollock with a Lifetime Honorary Club Membership for his sixteen years of service to the Chatham Camera Club.
The club watched a year end review of all of the Photo Challenge entries, in which we saw some excellent images from all levels of experience. Congratulations to all who participated. You can see a YouTube video of that review below.
Thank you, one and all for your participation in club activities during our 2022-2023 season. Summer Walk-Abouts are now being planned. Those get-togethers, as well as next year’s Photo Challenge categories will be announced by e-mail in the near future.
– Club President Cindy Taleski introduced our featured presenter, Keith Blackwell, who spoke to The Club about his specialty, portrait photography.
Keith began by showing us some of his more recent work, an impressive collection of personal and corporate portraits that he made in his own studio. He then touched briefly on his past work experience as a company photographer for Kellogg’s in London. Street photography is another area where Keith excels and we were treated to some of his finest photos. In summery, he reminded us that the basic things needed to succeed in this field are: a model, posing your subject in an interesting way, creating dramatic lighting, and the ability to engage your subjects to put them at ease.
Keith’s fellow Club members thank him for his well planned and superbly executed presentation, and we look forward to learning more in the near future.
– Tere Deslippe gave us an update on this year’s nominations for Club executives. So far, the existing directors have indicated that they are willing to say on for one more season, with the exception of Vice-President Pat Beaton, who will be stepping down at the end of the year. As of now, Mary Craig will allow her name to stand for the position. If you, or someone you know would like to ensure the continued existence of The Chatham Camera Club by becoming a club executive, kindly let Tere know at ccc.picsubmissions@gmail.com
– Wendy McDonald was our featured photographer in What I Shoot, where she showed us her superb images of birds, people, travel, architecture and travel. Thanks Wendy! It was great to see your show.
“It’s not enough to just own a camera. Everyone owns a camera. To be a photographer, you must understand, appreciate, and harness the power you hold!” – Mark Denman
Club Treasurer Julie Fass introduced our guest speaker, Chris Ogonek from Nikon Canada who spoke to us via ZOOM about Pet Photography.
Chris talked about the advantages of photographing pets with a camera instead of a cell phone. Being able to set a quick shutter speed was a major concern. He also told us how to make the pet more comfortable during a photo session and the value of a treat reward. Chris went on to tell us what camera settings he prefers and how to effectively use flash when photographing pets indoors.
The Chatham Camera Club wishes to thank Chris for his Pet Photography tutorial. It will come in handy for many of our members.
• Our next get-together will be a live meeting on April 25th at Evangel Community Church, 76 Sandys St. Chatham at 7PM
– Keith Blackwell will talk about Portrait Photography
– Wendy McDonald will be our featured photographer in What I Shoot
– We will review our April Photo Challenge Results
– Our Print Displays will be reviewed
“A good photograph is one that communicates a fact, touches the heart, leaves the viewer a changed person for having seen it. It is, in a word, effective.” – Irving Penn
