PocketWizard has been a brand name associated with remote flash triggers. Their new series of devices are quite interesting indeed, compact to boot. Their Web site has a bunch of videos that inform the viewer about their line of products and how to use them. They also have a Webinar coming on February 7, 2012. If you are interested in remote triggering flash gear you may enjoy the presentation.

Thanks Mike DiStefano for bringing these to my attention.

Thanks for the tip Steve.

During this live event, you will watch the premiere of A Day with Joe McNally along with Scott and Joe, in its entirety, absolutely free. In between segments, Joe will answer your questions live via the liveblog or on Twitter with the #AskJoeM hashtag. Don’t miss your chance to spend the day with someone who American Photo magazine lists as one of the 100 Most Important People in Photography and described as “perhaps the most versatile photojournalist working today”. This is a rare opportunity to learn the photography secrets and insights from one of the world’s premier photographers

Plus, there will be some very special deals available only during the broadcast. So, if you’ve ever thought about joining KelbyTraining.com or renewing your subscription, this might be the time to do it.

Register for the event.

You can see more of her photography on her site

KelbyTraining.com is one of the sponsors of PSRI.

I will be at Hunt’s Melrose store on November 6 and will make a presentation in one of their programs. Although I will make the same presentation at PSRI on November 16, anyone interested can sign up for it at Hunt’s Web site. The presentation is “Photoshop is a Girl’s Best Friend” which covers editing in Lightroom and Photoshop model and portrait photography.

Hunt’s Seminars

X-Rite Free Mini Color Checker and camera profiling system

JP’s Main Web site

JP’s Blog

Sign up page for Insights

I also encourage you to try some of the tools John Paul explained last night. They may or may not be your cup of tea, but what do you have to lose? Experimentation has been a core idea in photography since its beginnings and we now have tools that make experimenting much easier, with instant feedback, and practically at no cost. Try it, you may like it.

Johnathan Swift said “Vision is the art of seeing what is invisible to others”. Photography, good photography often requires seeing beyond the obvious and that requires developing a keen eye, a level of awareness that goes beyond mere looking. John Paul in his presentation, “Illuminating Creativity” will explore topics that will facilitate connecting with your inner feelings with your environment to see photographic possibilities that may escape a frustrated eye. John Paul runs workshops on the subject. Although we will hear only an abridged version in our limited session, the benefits will likely be long lasting. It will be a meeting you don’t want to miss. We will invite our sister clubs to participate in the presentation, so come early!

John is also a self-publisher using on demand printing technology, particularly at Blurb.com. I will purchase some of his books and bring them to the meeting for him to sign. I want to share his bookstore at Blurb in case you want to do the same. I have seen John’s original prints and would like to comment on the contemplative nature of his work both for him and for the viewer. Each photograph will reveal layers of delight and meaning as one gazes on them and repeated viewing will reward the viewer every time. This process is akin to the reverse of the art of vision I mentioned above, what he saw and made a part of his photograph gradually reveals itself in a series of layers. His vision is unique, his technique is totally transparent, exactly the way I like. His mastery of Photoshop earned him a place in Photoshop Hall of Fame, but his work never oozes out technique, this to me is the epitome of mastery of the technique.

Here is where you can view his books and purchase some if you like. I’m getting “Reflection” and “Correspondence”

I am sharing information that I received from Printmakers, Inc.; one of our sponsors.

Clay Blackmore
How to Photograph Everyone

Fun and engaging, Blackmore has created a new program for those who wish to learn how to create great portraits of everyone.

Consistent results are at the heart of this new program with an emphasis on posting, lighting, composition, and expression. Working outdoors or in the studio Blackmore will show you how to harness the light and create beautiful images of men, women, children, families, brides, individuals, couples, and groups.

“Confidence is the key”, explains Blackmore. “I can help anyone gain a better understanding of what people like and don’t like in their portraits. We simply concentrate on a few simple thoughts each time we get behind our camera. Once we have the techniques memorized our hands can form unbreakable patterns allowing us to work from the heart.”

Blackmore is one of the most passionate photographers working in the country today. One of Canon’s Explorers of Light and a member of the elite Cameracraftsmen group, his love for this industry is evident in every image he creates and his lectures have been embraced worldwide.

Monday August 16, 2010

Radisson Hotel
2081 Post Rd
Warwick, RI 02886

9am – 4pm

1 hour lunch

Program is free, lunch $25.00

Seating is limited, Call Printmakers at (401) 728-4305 to register for seminar and lunch. Lunch will include soup, salad, sandwich bar, dessert selection, coffee and tea.