A member and past president of PSRI, Dennis Gignac, and his wife Xien have been named a winner in the 2012 Wedding Wire Bride’s Choice Awards. This is the third year running that their photography business, Picture Perfect Photography, has been recognized as one of the top 5% of wedding pros nationwide. The WeddingWire Bride’s Choice Awards recognizes the top local wedding professionals from the WeddingWire Network that demonstrate excellence in quality, service, responsiveness and professionalism. Unlike other awards in which winners are selected by the organization, the WeddingWire Brides Choice Awards are determined solely by the reviews from over 1.2 million newlyweds.
PSRI Member Wins Professional Award (third year in a row)
Shiv Verma Workshop
For those interested in Shiv’s workshop, details for the the upcoming 2012 photo workshops to Florida and the Smoky Mountains are in the linked documents. “You will have a blast with great photography, camaraderie and an opportunity to explore and learn” he says.
Also visit Shiv’s Web site or contact him at s.verma@me.com if you have any questions.
Member Photo in Top 250
I have the pleasure of announcing another member achievement. One of Steve Tierney’s photographs, Cedar Waxwings, was placed among the top 250 in 2011 “Share the View” International Nature Photography juried competition. By the admission of the announcement Steve received, “the competition was fierce and placing in the top 250 is quite an achievement.” Congratulations Steve. Although you can see the photograph here, you may want to see it in context on the competition site. The photographs are listed alphabetically by photographers’ last name.
Pic Of The Day
From Alan August
Hunt’s Photo is sponsoring WPRI’s “Pic of the Day” contest.
Details at WPRI Pic Of The Day
Whether it’s on a hike, at the beach, or right in your own backyard – Southern New England has no shortage of picture-perfect scenery. Now, Eyewitness News wants your help showcasing that beauty. If you have a great weather-related picture you’d like to share with us and our viewers submit it online or email picoftheday@wpri.com. Each weekday morning, we will showcase a “Pic of the Day” on Eyewitness News. If your picture is selected you will win a $25 gift card to Hunt’s Photo and Video in Providence.
MagCloud Contest Result
As the followers of this site probably know, I had submitted my publication “The Hagia Sophia Experience” to a contest run by MagCloud on facebook. I thank all the supporters for their votes and dedication to visit the competition site every day to cast another vote. The results are in and The Hagia Sophia Experience is a runner up. I had heard from MagCloud about the competition results but wanted to wait until they announced the results on their site.
My sincere appreciation for all the support I have received and my congratulations to the winners of the contest.
PS MagCloud is running a sale on all full-priced publications through February 14, 2012.
Juried Exhibition
Plymouth Center for the Arts invites entries to “The Fine Art of Photography, 2nd Annual Juried Photography Exhibition.” The submissions will be accepted between February 1-29, 2012 and the winners will be announced on March 16, 2012. The accepted submissions must be delivered professionally framed and ready to hang by March 25-26, 2012. See the details on their Web site. This is a good opportunity to be included in an exhibition. Opening reception on April 1, 2012.
(Thanks to Mike Di Stefano for the information)
Member Wins HM in Contest
PSRI member Dennis Goulet’s image was selected as one of 75 honorable mentions in the 2011 National Wildlife Federation’s photography contest. The annual contest is open to both amateur and professional photographers. The entry period is typically April – July each year. Check the NWF website Photozone for details.
Congratulations Dennis!
Member Photo in NY Time Square
Member Photo on Times Square Display
Our president Christina Richardson has received a significant recognition from Kodak. Her image (on the left) recently received recognition by Kodak and will be part of an exhibit taking place on Kodak’s outdoor video display in Time Square New York! The exhibit runs from around Christmas to mid-January! She says “I can’t believe my name is actually going to be displayed in Time Square! Thank you for the nomination Printmakers!”. We say, Congratulations Christina, well deserved!!
(Click on the image to see a larger version)
A New Magazine …
… and, it is free! Published by the Nielsen Photo Group (publishers of PDN and Rangefinder) has introduced PIX, The Photographer’s Field Guide, and online magazine. The premier issue is available for viewing and for the time being it is free. There is plenty of gear information along with some interesting photography. Take a look at it, the price is right.





