Revisiting Some Older Photos

With the cold, wind and snow, I've decided to go back and try reprocessing some photos with Aperture and the Nik Software Complete Collection. I particularly like the Silver Efex Pro for monochrome editing. Lots of flexibility.

Here are a few quick results:

Although monochrome, the software does allow subtle shadings between the darker image toning and the paper toning.

Figure Study Workshop in Troy

On Saturday I attended a Figure Study Workshop sponsored by the Photography Center of the Capital District in Troy, NY. This is the first time I've had the opportunity to photograph this subject, and it was intriguing... A lot of distractions, though, since there were quite a few photographers in the workshop.

I've created more than one version of the photos I've processed so far. Since this is a new subject matter for me, I'm not yet quite able to visualize the final product as easily or quickly as with other subjects.

Photo in Juried Exhibition at the Photo Center of the Capital District

Boardwalk at Plum Island

Juried Exhibition—Photo Center of the Capital District

Feb 26th through March 21st
Opening Reception Feb 26th 5-9pm
Hours and Directions

Roses for Monday

Just because...

This is cool!

http://uncommongrounds.com/community/art/albany/february-art-albany/

A Couple of Things...

Yesterday I discovered and joined the PhotoCenter of the Capital District.  It looks like a good resource in Troy, about 1/2 hour away.  They have meetings, workshops, juried shows and some accessible digital and film equipment in their labs.  Also submitted five photos to their Best of 2009 juried show.  I'll let you know how it goes...

Likewise, I've entered some Saratoga-Related photos for gallery space at this June's Saratoga Arts Fest.

Also, discovered the Center for Photography at Woodstock.  This looks very interesting, but I'll wait a bit to join.  It's an hour and a half away, but might be worth the trip down there on an occasional basis.

Finally, I submitted a press release and photos to the local paper, the Saratogian, for the April Uncommon Grounds show.

Winter Blues

School Bell
Originally uploaded by DKAIOG

I haven't been too motivated to get out in the cold much this winter for photo shooting, so I've been doing some studio work. Most of this has been experimental and for learning, more than for creating great photographs. Practicing craft.

Also, I've been using this time to read a lot about photography and photographers. It's been a kind of independent study college curriculum (self-designed) and has included a lot of theory and visualization, or eye training. Interesting stuff.