Eastman Camera Club August Program is a Double Header

We have two programs in one on Thursday, August 20

Videography 

Drone Photography

Ron Zucker will be introducing videography. We will be discussing: the similarities in video versus still photography; camera selection; how to shoot video with a camcorder and a DSLR; useful accessories; and video editing tips, including transitions, layering, and music.

Richie Hayward will talk about the history/definition of drones, types, and application's.  He will wrap up with the future and legal concerns.

Here's a little project Ron and Richie did together that shows both videography and drones.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_nbBQT3xMEk#action=share

As with all our programs, the meeting will be at 6:30 in Room 219 of the Eastman Employee Center on Wilcox Drive.  Invite others who might be interested.  We're always open to new members.

Digital Camera Sensor Cleaning

Do your photos have spots like the one below?   If so, the sensor inside your camera may have dust and need to be cleaned.   If you have what looks like smudges then your lens may have dust on the rear element.  While you can buy a kit and clean the sensor yourself, it is a risky process.  If you do it wrong your camera can become a very expensive door stop.

Unfortunately, there is no one in the Tri-Cities that offers sensor cleaning services.   The closest is Camera Castle in Morristown.   They offer an in-store camera and sensor cleaning service.  It normally takes about 30 min. - 1 hour depending on how dirty the equipment is and how many cameras and lenses to be cleaned. If you are pushed for time and need it ASAP (while you wait) please call ahead (423-587-2874) to let them know so they can arrange to be ready when you get there. Equipment can also be left for cleaning and picked up another day if that is more convenient.

The sensor cleaning cost $20.00 per camera body and includes an entire cleaning of the camera, sensor, and up to 5 lenses.

The camera will need a full charge to not delay the cleaning.

Planning to Retire? Don't forget the Eastman Camera Club.

Planning to retire soon?   We don't want to lose you.  Eastman retirees become lifetime members of the Camera Club, exempt from dues and continue to have all the rights of active membership.     If you want to continue to be listed in our roles and receive communications about club events, please send an email to rsiggins@eastman.com.

Eastman Camera Club August Outing

First Saturday in August we are going to South Holston Dam to attempt some nighttime, light painting photography of our own.  

South Holston Dam is a perfect location to attempt this. We will paint with flashlights....the water, the bridge and perhaps the wier dams.

Saturday, August 1
Meet at South Holston Dam parking lot
Time 8 pm
Bring several flashlights, shoes that can get wet, tripod

Anyone wanting to carpool from Kingsport should meet at the Ingles parking lot in Colonial Heights at 6:30 PM Saturday.

Google Map to South Holston Dam
https://www.google.com/…/data=!4m2!3m1!1s0x88507055ad16f327…

Tutorial for light painting
http://digital-photography-school.com/light-painting-part-…/

See this website for neat images of light painting water and trees.

http://kevinadams.photoshelter.com/…/Wate…/G0000UKx8sTLkND8/

See you all there!

Slides Available For Program on Real Estate Photography

Kent Ervin did a fantastic job explaining the equipment, photography and practical business matters that go into doing Real Estate Photography.  Topics included:

• Business Plan
• Marketing Plan
• Capital - camera, lenses, computer, software, etc.
• Photography
• Computer
• Flexibility
• Perseverance 

He has given us a copy of his slides and those are now available on the Eastman Recreation Camera Club website under Resources

http://recreation.eastman.com/Tennessee/Clubs/Camera/Pages/Resources.aspx

Unfortunately, the video camera failed and we didn't get a video of the program.

Regional Photography Event

6th Annual Western North Carolina Foto Fest

September 10 - 13, 2015 Asheville, NC

Bill Lea and Kevin Adams have organized what has become the MUST-ATTEND photography event for North Carolina and the Southeast. With experience gained from a combined 66 years of photographing and teaching, Bill and Kevin started from the ground up in creating this extraordinary festival. They’ve combined the best features from other photography events with their own ideas for an exciting and rewarding learning experience.

Highlights of the 6th Annual Western North Carolina Foto Fest

• Wide variety of new programs by our guest speakers
• “Macro Boot Camp” photo shoots with Mike Moats
• Thursday evening light painting workshop with Troy Paiva and Kevin Adams
• Thursday evening photo shoot with Bill Lea in Cataloochee
• Vendors provide hands-on experience, showcasing photo gear and services
• Friday morning photo shoot at Chimney Rock State Park with Kevin Adams
• Friday morning sunrise shoot on the Blue Parkway with Bill Lea
• “Meet Your Neighbours" field workshops with Clay Bolt
• Creative Portrait Photography workshops with Jon Holloway
• DSLR video workshop with Doug Gardner
• Great door prizes
• Complimentary wine bar
• Birds of Prey Photo Shoots with Michael Skinner
• Photo contest winners published in Foto Fest booklet
• Professional digital camera sensor cleaning available
• Relaxed atmosphere of fun and learning
• Terrific photography locations within easy driving distance from venue

Check out the website and register today.
http://www.wncfotofest.com/index.html

Note - many of the off-site sessions limit the number of participants and are already full.  No worries, there is still a full three and a half days of photography!

Eastman Camera Club Program for July 16

Join us July 16  for a program by Kent Ervin on Real Estate Photography.  Here's what Kent had to say about it.

I have been asked several questions by different people about Real Estate Photography. Some were equipment related, how to start, how you process and any number of others.

I am planning on sharing a presentation on Real Estate Photography from a business perspective Thursday July 16th at 6:30 PM to Eastman Camera Club at Eastman Employee Center ·400 S Wilcox Dr, Kingsport, TN 37660, room 219.

I hope to answer some of your questions and share my process approach. Everyone is welcome, might consider joining the Eastman Camera Club if you are not a member.

If you want to learn how to take exceptional real estate photos and the business of real estate photography you don't want to miss this program.