PSA New Member Screening at , Simmons Hall
March 18, 2012 from 12:15pm to 1pm
Pgh. Society of Artists Guild Spring Screening for New MembersSee More
The Westmoreland Photographers Society
Established 1972 "Promoting The Art and Science of Photography"
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On Line Photo Challenge - Macro shot with Soap Bubbles
MD, the winner of the last online challenge, has come up with a very interesting idea or the next challenge. This is a two picture challenge so be sure to follow the instructions closely.Photography can be like art, so in this challange, I want to…Continue
Started by Brian Kloock yesterday.
Online Photo Challenge - Photographer's Choice 27 Replies
Lorie the winner of the last challenge has chosen this as the new challenge: Subject: “Photographer's Choice"Choose your best photo of 2011.Rules: 1. You must be a WPS Member to enter or vote. 2. Any alteration is allowed. 3. Any Color,…Continue
Started by Lorie Lee. Last reply by Jeffrey Surgent on Friday.
new member 2 Replies
hi everyone just wanted to say hello and i hope to learn alot from your site. but i feel i'm over my head here this is my first DSLR camera. and just started to use it a little.art martinContinue
Started by art martin. Last reply by Nancy E. Myer Jan 23.
Meeting Location? 5 Replies
Hi Folks,I'm looking forward to attending the meeting on Monday. I see that is on the St. Vincent campus. Could I get the details? Thanks! Look forward to seeing you.FredContinue
Started by Fred D Bruckman. Last reply by Brian Kloock Jan 8.
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Phipps
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Right and Left Brain and our inner and outer critics
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hello fellow photogs
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My strip shots
Posted by Elizabeth King on June 10, 2011 at 11:24pm
Field trip to Chicago...
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How to do a useful photo critique
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2012 Newsletters
In Memory of Professor Patrick Millard July 1, 1981-December 12, 2011
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President and Site Administrator: Brian R. Kloock
Vice President: Ann Geiger
Treasurer: Tom Vallana
Secretary/Newsletter Editor: Bethe King
Site Administrator: L. Womack
Event and Public Relations Coordinator (pending office): Lisa Henninger
Meetings are held on the third Monday of every month at 7:30 pm on the campus of St. Vincent College in Latrobe, PA.
The next meeting will be: Monday February 20, 2012 at 7:30pm.
Meeting Room: Alfred Hall room 37
Program: A Critique on Black and White Photography
All are welcome to join the site and enjoy the comments and photos. Although, it is expected that after a period of (2) two months that you attend a Westmoreland Photographers meeting and join the group. Thanks for looking and enjoy.
MEMBER NEWS! (Send news that YOU want to share to Lorie on the site.)
Thanks to all the members that showed up at Phipps Conservatory for our outing.
We are looking forward to seeing your photos posted on the website.
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Congratulations:
Of the 11 professional photographers selected for this exhibit, 2 are WPS members!
John Waclo and Alexis Dillon have been juried into:
Picture This!
photography exhibit
at the Pittsburgh Center for the Arts
The exhibit will run from January 14, 2012 - January 21, 2012
The opening reception is on January 21, 2012 from 6-9pm at PCA
Proceeds from ticket sales will benefit Ward Home
For more information and to purchase tickets, go to: www.wardhome.com
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Congratulations:
Shirleah Kelly, Alexis Dillon, Brian Kloock and Lorie Lee Womack have photographs juried into the 16th. Annual Regional Juried Art Exhibition at Southern Alleghenies Museum of Art (SW PA Council for the Arts)
The exhibit runs through Feb. 12, 2012
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Lorie Lee Womack has an exhibit at Allegory Gallery in Ligonier.
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Elizabeth King commented on Lorie Lee's event 'PSA New Member Screening'
Can anyone who's been screened in give some clues as to what they like to see? I know it has to be something created in the last two years which makes it tough for me. Any helpful hints?
World of Wheels Auto Show at David Lawrence Convention Center
January 29, 2012 from 11am to 3pm
Every year the WPS take a trip to the World of Wheels car show at the David Lawrence convention center. This is always a nice event and it is indoors. We will be meeting at the top of the escalator between 11 and 11:30 am on Sunday January 29,2012.If you haven't had a chance to experience this car show this is a great opportunity to do so and get some great car shots.As always we will have a online challenge for those that attend and a specific car will be chosen at the show.Just to let…See More
Kevin G. Varrato is attending Brian Kloock's event
PSA New Member Screening at , Simmons Hall
March 18, 2012 from 12:15pm to 1pm
Pgh. Society of Artists Guild Spring Screening for New MembersSee More
Kevin G. Varrato is attending Lorie Lee's event
On Line Photo Challenge - Macro shot with Soap Bubbles
MD, the winner of the last online challenge, has come up with a very interesting idea or the next challenge. This is a two picture challenge so be sure to follow the instructions closely.Photography can be like art, so in this challange, I want to see what people can do with macro photography. But the secret ingrediant that must be present in some form is soap bubbles.These are the two parts for the challenge:A before shot of the subject without the bubbles.An after shot using the soap…See More
Discussion posted by Brian Kloock
Paul M. Lewis updated their profile
Ligonier Valley Chamber of Commerce Calendar Photo Contest at Ligonier Valley Chamber of Commerce
January 3, 2012 to April 2, 2012
Ligonier Chamber Looking for Calendar Photos LIGONIER – Ligonier Valley Chamber of Commerce is holding a photography contest. The chamber is looking for photos that represent Ligonier during all the seasons. Winning pictures will become part of the group’s 2013 calendar.Photos can be mailed to Ligonier Valley Chamber of Commerce, 120 E. Main St., Ligonier, Pa. 15658. The deadline for submission of photos is April 2. Photos must be labeled with the photographer’s name, address and phone…See More
Christine N Fillar is attending Lorie Lee's event
Jeffrey Surgent left a comment for VICKIE LITTLE
Yep.
Comment was meant for him.
VICKIE LITTLE left a comment for Jeffrey Surgent
Jeff I think MD won the last challenge
Jeffrey Surgent replied to Lorie Lee's discussion 'Online Photo Challenge - Photographer's Choice'
Ok.
Time to Unveil your Challenge.
Let the Games Begin. :)
Rich Danilchak commented on Allison Sinisi's photo
Wait one more after thought. I was so choked up doing my review,I forgot to notce that the blanket is a bit blown out right around the babies feet and coul use some burning but still a great shot. RD
Rich Danilchak commented on Allison Sinisi's photo
Man I love this shot. Technically very sound at least IMHO. I dont know much about studio lighting and portraiture. But lighting appears even and focus good. You lit the chair well too. Artistically this photo to me is…
Rich Danilchak commented on Allison Sinisi's photo
Nice bokeh. beautiful model. Might I suggest a little fill light to take out the distracting nose shadow . also maybe a bit more in close editing to take out the red in the eyes. I agree with Anne re : the arm in the lower right. RD
diana j pandolph commented on diana j pandolph's photo
Nancy, It does take patience to capture any kind of flying creature. I do love capturing the Canada Geese in action. Thank you for your comment.
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World of Wheels Auto Show
January 29, 2012 from 11am to 3pm – David Lawrence Convention Center
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National Aviary - February 26, 2012
February 26, 2012 from 10am to 2pm – National Aviary, Pittsburgh, Pa
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PSA New Member Screening
March 18, 2012 from 12:15pm to 1pm – , Simmons Hall
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