We are implementing one change and introducing a new opportunity for the 2^nd Tuesday Critique session scheduled for 1 PM, February 8^th.  

A zoom link will be provided on Monday, February 7th. 

We are asking you to start the name of your photos with the “Rank.”  The naming convention will be:  Rank_ MyName_Title_Category.jpg.  This will facilitate auto sorting of the images by Rank for the Critique session.  

We are introducing a “side-by-side” feature.   Each month we will provide you with a small number of photographs and encourage you to edit one or two of them and submit them as part of the six images you are allowed.  We will then display them in a side-by-side format showing the original and your changes.

Hello Club Members,
 
Since 2017, the Camera Club of Hendersonville (“CCoH”) has been having an annual  “Before and After” program. The last few years have been hampered by COVID and live meeting issues. This year, 2022, we will be holding the program COVID or not; live meeting or not.  This is an exercise of POST-PROCESSING and individual vision. You will be required to take a B4 image (supplied to you) and process it using whatever software you use to do your post-processing no matter what you use. Typical examples might be Photoshop, TOPAZ, Affinity, ON1, etc etc etc.

Here is how it works:

• The B4 images will be made available to members via Dropbox or other means and you will be notified when they are available for download.
• Each member will be allowed to select and process 1 or more (max of 3) images from those available via Dropbox 
• The member will send his/her AFTER image(s) to CCoH.beforeafter@gmail.com.  Sizing and naming conventions as well as a timeline for this program will be sent to all via email.      
• At the March CCoH club meeting (3/22/22), we will display the before and after images that were submitted.  At that time each participating club member will be given an opportunity to share how they processed their chosen image(s).

1. The BEFORE images will be available no later than 2/5/2022.
2. The AFTER images will be due back no later than 3/5/2022.  That should allow ample time for the members to create their after vision.
3. At the 3/22/22 meeting, we will display the results.

• There is a new naming convention for the Tuesday Critique photo submissions. It’s on the Website and our moderator, Ward Seguin discussed it at the January General Meeting.
• Financial: We have a working balance of $1922. Treasurer, Nancy Pierson, is now collecting dues for 2022. Renewal is $40.00 – no increase.

What to Photograph When the Leaves are Gone

How to stay inspired about your photography during the Winter months

There are so many reasons (excuses) we can find to not get outside with a camera during the Winter months. Many photographers let their cameras sit idle, their photographic eyes get dull, and fail to advance their skills during the Winter. As with playing a musical instrument or any creative endeavor, regular practice of your camera craft is an important element in enjoying your photography more.

In their February presentation, Bonnie & Chris will share tips and photos to help you stay inspired to get out and photograph even when the beauty of Autumn color has passed, and we’re faced with 2-3 months of cold temperatures and barren landscapes in Western North Carolina.

About Bonnie & Chris

Whether it’s leading a group or private tour for local or visiting photography hobbyists or going out on their own, Chris & Bonnie are outside for nature and landscape photography excursions at least several times per week all year round. And they share daily posts of new photos on Instagram and Facebook (@ashevillephototours on both platforms). Check out their website for more information about their passion for sharing the photography experience: