HDP MUSINGS August 7, 2023
It’s already August and Before you know it we will be seeing each other again. The first 2023-2024 Meeting is Scheduled
September 6th at 7pm – Skinners Sugar House
With gathering in E. Bridgewater Library parking lot.
The next meetings will be in person and sharing your Summer Homework. More detail will be shared at the start of the year.
Wow do we have talented members! Pembroke Art Festival 2023 is awarding Phil Nardozi with second place for “Nantasket Ocean View” and Third place Black and White to Judy Lemire’s “Though the Broken Window”. Those are the awards we were made aware of at this early date, there may be more. Check out the show and the images of members that were accepted to the show Bernie Creswick, Chris DeLorenzo, David LaCivita and Judy Toomey. The show is August 12-13 at the Hobomock Elementary School 81 Learning Lane, Pembroke.
Hockomock Digital Photographers is now run by members not just a few. Volunteers are still needed to assist with club tasks. Think about how you would like to assist your club.
Fine art competition deadline for Plymouth Art Association Juried Show is August 9, 2023. www.artsplymouth.org
Fellow members have shared the following links
Click Conference – Cape Cod November 4, 2023
https://capecodartcenter.org/click2023-photography-conference/
North River – Exhibition Framing
https://www.northriverarts.org/event-5369093?fbclid=IwAR1L3C_8X-RSQsEa_LvSxDFrzhFtvDL1kUcL0UinRtu23VrslA7OIdqQCzY
Hunts Photo – Understanding Black and White Photography
https://edu.huntsphoto.com/event/online-understanding-black-white-photography-aug-2023/?fbclid=IwAR2ZBX9ArZew1fCmMAs7SyLkaAi_pSdXfJFvZjhShS0v3t7nlZK-9L8N2eg&mibextid=Zxz2cZ
Kelby One – Milky Way photography editing.
https://members.kelbyone.com/course/milky-way-photography-editing-basics/?fbclid=IwAR2CD1siGyJBbdhXeQmcuaY1Jh7XqI16H2dzK5YS3LnZBNQSPZVgNL-wmIU
I’m adding in a link to “12 Tips for Better Landscape and Travel Photos”
to finish your summer. It’s always good to remember some basics.
https://www.nationsphotolab.com/blog/better-travel-photos-tips/?gclid=EAIaIQobChMIjMXHt9bLgAMVOp5aBR0WSgDIEAAYAiAAEgJVKPD_BwE
HDP Musings August 21, 2023
Fall is in the air, but there are still some beach days left…remember to take lots of pictures for our Summer Homework!
September 6th at 7 pm- our first 2023-2024 meeting will be at Skinner’s Sugar House at 24 Union Street with a gathering in the East Bridgewater Library parking lot.
September 13th - In person at the library and the start of our Summer Homework sharing which will happen through the month of September. We would love to see around 10 images from each of our members so bring them along on a USB drive.
Musings and Happenings-
At the Pembroke Art Festival 2023 Gala, Phil N received 2nd place, Judy Lemire received 3rd and Dave Lacivita and Chris Hegarty each received an Honorable Mention. Well done HDP!
August 30th, Wednesday- A full moon, the “Blue Moon” will be in its full glory for a little Astrophotography.
The Plymouth Center for the Arts Juried Art Show is September 16th- October 22nd, 2023. www.artsplymouth.org
Congratulations, Bonnie, for having two of your images accepted!
November 4th, 2023- Click! 2023 Photography Conference in Hyannis. Wildlife Photographer, Lisa Langell, is the keynote speaker but there is a lot of diversity. Registration is 150.00 and includes 4 sessions, photo ops, and lunch. https://capecodartcenter.org/click2023-photography-conference/
Remember- Hockomock Digital Photographers is now run by members not just a few. Volunteers are still needed to assist with club tasks. Think about how you would like to assist your club.
Musings September 3, 2023
WELCOME BACK !!!
It’s hard to believe the summer flew by. It’ll be an exciting year ahead for HDPC. It all starts on Wednesday Sept 6th 7 pm to enjoy another taste of summer. Grab your favorite ice cream at Skinners in East Bridgewater and meet in the library parking lot with others. If it rains, I’m unable to provide my home where I got sick while I was away, but I hear the weather is definitely going to cooperate. It starts to get dark before 7 so feel free to bring any bug spray if needed.
Check out the website, the calendar is updated for the fall..plus..
/club/clubschedules.aspx
Many were hard at work to put together an exciting program. As this is a member run club, please think of how you can take on one of the club tasks. When members work on something they are interested in, it surely shows in the excitement of the club and what it has to offer its members.
Summer Homework - Make sure to put your 8-12 images together for your summer homework and put them on a USB. It will be exciting to see what was worked on over the summer.
We will meet in the West Bridgewater Library conveniently located right off Route 106 at 80 Howard Street
Accolades go to Bonnie Tate in the acceptance in the 56th Annual Juried Art Show at the Plymouth Art Center. The Gala is September 16, 2023 6-10 pm. https://www.artsplymouth.org/events to purchase tickets.
Click Photography Conference is November 4th https://capecodartcenter.org/click2023-photography-conference/. The cost is only $150. I know other members are signing up so maybe a car pool would be available.
Fall in New England, something to look forward to as the colorful backdrop can be perfect to show off your subject. Start your plans now and know that there are other members that may want to join. Let me know of any HockoWalk you may have for the group.
Make sure to share the digital format of the brochure in your Facebook group or any other online platform.
HDP Musings September 10, 2023
Happy September and it is almost Fall with great color opportunities!
Our first meeting on September 6th was at Skinner’s Sugar house where we enjoyed some ice cream and shared upcoming thoughts about our club. I, personally, am going back as they now have pumpkin ice cream and, I am all about pumpkin!
Judy L. also distributed HDP club postcards (thank you Rick!) to attendees for distribution to potential members so pick up some at the next meeting if you need some/more.
Our calendar on the HDP website is now current and there are many awesome things going on: /club/clubschedules.aspx
Upcoming: Please note that the in-person meeting locations have changed to the West Bridgewater Library right off Route 106 at 80 Howard Street.
September 13th - In person at the library starting at 7:30 and the start of our summer homework sharing. We would love to see around 10 images from each of our members so bring them along on a USB drive.
September 20th - In person at the library. Part II of our summer homework sharing. We would love to see more images from each of our members so bring them along on a USB drive.
September 27th- Member Presentations with Nature Images at the library. Judy L., Bernie, and Rick share editing strategies of nature images.
November 4th- Click Photography Conference is November 4th https://capecodartcenter.org/click2023-photography-conference/. The cost is only $150. I know other members are signing up so it would be fun to touch base. There are also workshops the following day.
Sharing:
If there are any photo opportunities you would like to participate in as a group, please let us know and it can be sent out in the next Musing. Also, a HOCKOWALK is overdue so let us know your ideas.
HDP Musings 9/18/23
What an exciting start of the year. The images that are shared for summer homework shows off the true talent of the club.
A special Welcome to Frank. It’s a pleasure to have you as a part of the group.
Keep your eye on the Calendar. This will be updated to have the location as well if you are not able to find your musings or the Facebook Post.
Our calendar on the HDP website is now current and there are many awesome things going on: /club/clubschedules.aspx
All meetings have a “Gathering time” of 7pm for social time, and then meeting time starts at 7:30 pm which is the case whether zoom or in person. Consistency is key.
Please note that the in-person meeting locations have changed to the West Bridgewater Library right off Route 106 at 80 Howard Street.
MEMBER DUES - please pay your dues ASAP where the systems in place remove member priveledge as of October 1st so bring 40.00 to the next meeting (70.00 for 2 in the same household)
September 20th - In person at the library. Part II of our summer homework sharing. We would love to see more images from each of our members so bring them along on a USB drive.
September 27th- Member Presentations with Nature Images at the library. Judy L., Bernie, and Rick share editing strategies of nature images. This will get members ready for …
October 4th - First image study. Nature/Open.
November 4th- Click Photography Conference is November 4th https://capecodartcenter.org/click2023-photography-conference/. The cost is only $150. I know other members are signing up so it would be fun to touch base. There are also workshops the following day.
Sharing:
Photo Opps: It’s Cranberry season. If interested, pick a time and place for a Hockowalk to enjoy the fun of the Cranberry Harvest. Please let us know and Bonnie and I will make sure it gets in the calendar and Musings.
Oktoberfest celebrations – cultural events can certainly be a great take for photography and fun. Ones noted is at KOA in Middleboro Sept 22-24 and German Cultural Society of RI Sept 30 and Oct 1 https://www.gacsri.org/oktoberfest
Easton – October 1 – 50th Natural Resource Trust Sheep Pasture Fair. Corner of Route 138 and Main St. Easton MA
Just some ideas to have some fun together.
MUSINGS SEPTEMBER 25, 2023
This week - Hockomock Digital Photographers' Club
September 27th- Member Presentations with Nature Images at the library. Judy L., Bernie, and Rick share editing strategies of nature images. This will get members ready for …
October 4th - First image study. Nature/Open.
First Competition is Nature and Open. The close date is Thursday October 5th. The Judge is Michael Goodman, a repeat judge with HDPC. Valuable comments will be given.
HOCKOWALK !!!! – don’t miss your opportunity for a fun gathering to capture images all your own.
Saturday September 30th - Meet at Barrett’s West Bridgewater Rt 106 Park and Ride if you would like to carpool 10am. Mariann offered to be a drive if you would like to join up. The ride will be going to Longfellow Wayside Inn for the day of Colonial encampment, music,, muskets, history The Grand Parade is at noon. Contradancing and 25 fife and drum corps from New England and New York will be performing. http://www.sudburymuster.org
Any questions feel free to reach out to Mariann
Hockowalk idea was given by Phil Nardozzi at the last meeting. Waiting for the meeting place and time for all to gather to go to Bristol RI.
Our calendar on the HDP website is now current and there are many awesome things going on: /club/clubschedules.aspx
All meetings have a “Gathering time” of 7pm for social time, and then meeting time starts at 7:30 pm which is the case whether zoom or in person. Consistency is key.
Please note that the in-person meeting locations have changed to the West Bridgewater Library right off Route 106 at 80 Howard Street.
MEMBER DUES - please pay your dues ASAP where the systems in place remove member priveledge as of October 1st so bring 40.00 to the next meeting (70.00 for 2 in the same household)
November 4th- Click Photography Conference is November 4th https://capecodartcenter.org/click2023-photography-conference/. The cost is only $150. I know other members are signing up so it would be fun to touch base. There are also workshops the following day.
Sharing:
Petapixel.com seems to make it to Facebook post again by Jeff Weinstein. Check out this site to see if anything interest you or could be shared with the club.
Fall – so many photo opportunities in New England at this time of year. People travel from all over to come to our area. Come up with an idea for a gathering , photo opp or Hockowalk and Bonnie and I will make sure to announce it in the Musings.
HDP Musings 10/01/2023
Happy first day of October! It is Fall with great color opportunities…
Thank you, Judy L., Rick, and Bernie, for the presentation last meeting on Nature photography. They covered beginner tips, editing, background, and making the photos pop.
Our calendar on the HDP website is now current and there are many awesome things going on: /club/clubschedules.aspx
Upcoming: Please note that the in-person meeting locations have changed to the West Bridgewater Library right off Route 106 at 80 Howard Street.
October 4th - In person at the library starting at 7:30. Our first Image study on Nature and Open. 2 images total. Programs>Image Studies>Galleries>Submit to Image Studies>2023-2024
October 11th - In person at the library starting at 7:30. Lightroom Best Practices.
October 14th- Borderland State Park, Saturday, 3:00- 6:30. Meet at the visitor’s center. A Hockowalk to appreciate the fall color organized by Chris H.!
October 18th – ZOOM 7:30-9:30. Nature and Open competition. The close date is Thursday October 5th. The Judge is Michael Goodman, a repeat judge with HDP.
October 20th- Fall NECCC competition close date
November 4th- Click Photography Conference https://capecodartcenter.org/click2023-photography-conference/. The cost is $150. Other members are signing up so it would be fun to touch base during the meeting and then share out findings to HDP.
Sharing:
If there are any photo opportunities you would like to participate in as a group, please let us know and it can be sent out in the Musing.
HDP Musings 10/9/23
I want to start this Musings with a Big Shout Out of Thanks to all those members that are putting effort into HDPC. All groups and clubs of any type are having a hard time getting together again. We have certainly made a great stride in this baby step to normalcy. We will still be utilizing zoom so keep your eyes on the calendar if you prefer the zoom format.
Image study was full of great images and point on comments. Kudos to those that got their first critique.
Suggestion: Getting out into the community. A suggestion was discussed and can be enhanced upon regarding teaching about camera basics at a senior center or other community centers may be interested. Think about how you would like to assist in this outreach. Are you a teacher? Can you find a venue/center that would be open to the class?
Next meeting – Wednesday October 11th - In person - : Lightroom Best Practices. There will be video and hands on. If you have Lightroom on your laptop, please to make sure to bring it and demonstration would be valuable to all.
Wednesday October 18th – Nature and Open Competition. This will be a Zoom Meeting. Even if you were unable to put in an entry, please join and hear a very talented photographer - Michael Goodman give critique, suggestions and talk about the images submitted. It’s a great way to learn.
HOCKOWALK !!!! – don’t miss your opportunity for a fun gathering to capture the images all your own. Saturday October 14th at 3pm at Borderland State Park in Easton, MA. Dinner out as a group could follow.
Our calendar on the HDP website is now current and there are many awesome things going –on: /club/clubschedules.aspx
All meetings have a “Gathering time” of 7pm for social time, and then meeting time starts at 7:30 pm which is the case whether zoom or in person.
Please note that the in-person meeting locations have changed to the West Bridgewater Library right off Route 106 at 80 Howard Street.
November 4th- Click Photography Conference is November 4th https://capecodartcenter.org/click2023-photography-conference/. The cost is only $150. I know other members are signing up so it would be fun to touch base. There are also workshops the following day.
“Taking pictures is like tiptoeing into the kitchen late at night and stealing Oreo cookies.”
— Diane Arbus