Modern Santa by Arti Fischial.

Beyond Capture: Making a Winning Image
Presented by: Sharon Prislipsky, APSA, EPSA, AFIA

A winning image is not always one that wins a competition. It may be one that has appeal to consumers or one that is worthy of being displayed in your home. Regardless of the definition we choose, all winning images have impact. This program will define impact and discuss how to create images that make a connection with the viewer, evoke an emotion, illustrate a concept or new idea, or perhaps show something new to the viewer. From composing our images to enhancing them in post processing, we can share our vision and communicate with our audience. Finally, we will explore the stages we experience in our photographic journey and how we can take our photography to the next level.

Housatonic Camera Club Zoom meeting
February 20th at 7PM

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HELP WANTED

2024-2025 season is here.

We wanted to let you know that Dawn Dingee's parent's house burned down recently Thankfully, everyone is safe, but the house was a total loss. As a club, we plan to make a $100 donation to the "go fund me" set up by Dawn's niece. However, in case anyone is so inclined to donate personally, I wanted to pass along the link. https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-rebuild-the-dingees-home

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There are several committee positions open such as Secretary, Public Events Coordinator (have one, can use another), Salon Show Coordinator (have one, can use another). If interested in any of these positions, please let Dawn or Lazlo know


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The Housatonic Camera Club Landscape Book

is finished. Thank you Jeff Breitman for your hard work on the project, selecting the pictures, putting it altogether, arranging the printing, etc.





Get in touch with Jeff if you want a copy of the book.



Assigned Topic ( up to 3 pictures/members )

"Animal kingdom"




HCC Representatives



President: Dawn Dingee
d1295@aol.com

Vice-President: Steve Goldberg
steven.goldberg512@gmail.com

Treasurer: Heidi Hoeller
heidi.m.hoeller@gmail.com
Membership/Dues: Heidi Hoeller
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Publicity:Open position
Program Director: Open position

Webmaster: Lazlo Gyorsok
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Newsletter: Lazlo Gyorsok
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Hospitality:Gail Goldberg
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Secretary:Open Position

Competitions: Bert Schmitz
bschmitz@att.net

Salon Committee:
Brian Wilcox
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Gail Goldberg
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Lazlo Gyorsok
lazlogyorsok6@gmail.com

Projector Coordinator: Brian Wilcox
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Liaison Representatives: PSA - Jane Rossman
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NECCC - Bert Schmitz
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President's Message by Dawn Dingee


For our November Meeting, Lewis Katz gave us a Zoom presentation where he provided critiques to our member’s photos. Several members submitted photos ahead of time and Lewis provided a considered critique of each. For some, he made some changes within Lightroom to show what was possible. Overall, Lewis made some good points and it’s always great to get someone else’s viewpoint of our work. I hope members who attended found it useful. Lazlo has provided a recording on our website if you were not able to attend.
Don’t’ forget our salon show at Noble Horizons is coming up soon in mid-January. Members can submit up to 4 photos. Please be sure your entries are new work (meaning the work has not been displayed in any local shows and has never been shown at Noble Horizons before). More details will be sent to you via email. If you have questions about the show, feel free to reach out to me.
Our December meeting is fast approaching – Tuesday December 10t. Get ready to spice up your holiday season at our Mardi Gras themed party! Bring your favorite dish for potluck and enjoy a variety of delicious treats. Sign up sheets for food and snacks will be sent out soon. Don’t miss out on the 50/50 raffle and other raffled prizes! Hope to see your there.

Dawn

Around the farm by Lazlo


Looking for little mice
Old post
Flowers of Winter
Heading home

Winning pictures sent into the PSA Black and White competition




Heat exhaustion by Karen McMahon



Mooda Viaduct by Brian Wilcox



Praying by Bert Schmitz



Strom moving in by Jack Kearney



Swan by Erisel Matus



White Strike by Lazlo Gyorsok

Winning pictures sent into the PSA Color competition




Blue hour at Washining by Heidi Hoeller



Great Falls by Jack Kearney



Jill by Brian Wilcox



On the pond by Lazlo Gyorsok



Silent River by Bert Schmitz



You keep me hanging on by Karen McMahon

The Grand Bazaar by Dawn Dingee


In September, I visited the Grand Bazaar in Istanbul. This is one of the world’s oldest and largest covered markets attracting millions of visitors each year. The market is located in Istanbul’s historic district. It was originally built in the 15th century under the orders of Sultan Mehmed the Conqueror. Over time, it has expanded into a sprawling labyrinth of narrow streets, arcades and courtyards, covering over 30,000 square meters and housing more than 4,000 shops.


The Bazaar is a sensory overload, offering a unique blend of sights, sounds and smells. However, as you wander the many hallways, all the stores start to look alike. The variety of shops can be reduced to these main categories: candy, spice, copper pots, leather goods, jewelry, rugs and clothes. For someone like myself who is ‘directionally challenged”, I found it kind of scary….one can get easily lost!













The Bazaar today employs over 26,000 people and receives up to 400,000 visitors a day and is a major landmark in Istanbul. Bargaining on the price is expected. Many shop keepers offered samples. If you get the chance to visit, plan on several hours and bring your patience.