Message from the Governor Joan Grippo: Norfolk’s own Glen McClure amazed us with his exquisite B&W portraits and landscapes and stories of how he created them. Thanks to Jeannie Hobbs for hosting. Our VPPA convention at the Renaissance in Portsmouth was a great success. Taking notes of all the awards was not an easy task. If I missed calling attention to your award, please let me know and we’ll be sure to mention it in next month’s newsletter. Congratulations to all our Tidewater merit winners. No list available. Tidewater’s Chelsea Tracy received honors for two of her entries: Breaking of Day and Tradition – Change of Command And to those who received degrees: Bob Harper – FP degree Steve Radcliffe – AFP degree Greg Avant – AFP degree Three of the Top Ten Photographers for Virginia are from Tidewater: Erin Clark Bob Harper Steve Radcliffe 2018 VPPA Image Competition Statistics: Images Entered 89 entrants Critiques
589 (record breaking number) 516 received ribbons 161
Out of state - Non VPPA members 14 entrants 50 entries 32 critiques See convention award details at the end of this newsletter. Join us at our March 13 meeting featuring the first of our Virginia Reel speakers Ted Linzac whose topic includes weddings, dynamic lighting, fashionable posing. Hosted by: Tracy McGee and Jeff Kaiser at: Kaiser Custom Images 401 Waters Street Chesapeake VA 23322 Cheers!
VIRGINIA REEL SPEAKERS TUESDAY MARCH 13 MEETING – TED LINCZAC (Note the Date)TOPICS: Weddings, dynamic lighting, fashionable posing. To register for this event Register
PPA Masters of Photography Rachel and Ted Linczak are the owners and primary photographers for Linczak Photography. After starting their business in the summer of 2006, they quickly became one of the most sought after photography studios in Northeast Ohio. Although, their talents in photography cover many different areas, wedding photography is their choice of profession. Their style is a mixture of photojournalism, traditional portraiture, as well as their own signature style that focuses on the relationships and connections between their clients. Ted and Rachel have attention to detail as well as an eye for unique imagery. Their instincts lead them off the beaten path as they continuously challenge themselves to not only stay current, but make new trends and set new precedents in the field of wedding photography. Their energy and love for their craft is evident in their approach to every session they do. “The world of photography, not only for weddings, but for everything, has changed dramatically”, Ted says. “What is normal today will already be done tomorrow. Our goal is to constantly be one step ahead.” http://www.linczakphoto.com/
THURSDAY APRIL 19 MEETING – AURORA DE LUCA TOPIC: Babies and newborns
Aurora De Luca is a wedding and portrait photographer who brings an artistic and photojournalistic style to the Boston scene. Growing up in the wedding and event industry, she was always inspired by contemporary, colorful, and classic designs, which has influenced her unique style. In 2007, Aurora De Luca Photography Studio was launched with an amazing fusion of her passion, experience, and vision to bring simply beautiful imagery to New England weddings and destinations. Her works have been featured in Boston Magazine wedding edition, Southern New England Weddings magazine, Brides.com and was voted first place as Boston’s A-List wedding photographer in 2010. Aurora holds a professional photography certification from Boston University and a Bachelor’s degree in International Business from ITESM in Mexico. http://auroradeluca.com/
TUESDAY MAY 15 MEETING - LEIGH LAFOREST TOPICS: High end sports images, avoid paying commissions
Owner/Director of Sales & Marketing- JL Photo Inc. Davison, Michigan Leigh has taken her many years of sales, marketing, and customer service experience to help build JL Photo Inc.’s extensive reach within the state of Michigan. They are leaders in the high volume youth sports photography business. Because of her willingness to excel and to provide a positive photo day experience for all her clients, she has been extremely successful in maintaining and growing client relationships that have increased her client base substantially. http://jlphotoco.com
MONDAY JUNE 11 MEETING – JENNIFER AND ROBIN JANSON Topic: Owning and operating a profitable preschool business
Jennifer started Sock Monkey Photography more than twelve years ago focusing specifically on Pre-Schools. She had no…none…zero…zip experience with a camera much less a photography business. She just knew it was something she wanted to pursue. After witnessing her passion and seeing some success Robin soon joined the team. Robin Janson has earned the Certified Professional Photographer designation from the PPA and Photographic Craftsman. He serves on the PPA’s Speaker Selection Committee and is a former board member of the BVPPA. http://photoxok.org/RobinJanson
THURSDAY JULY 19 MEETING – Angela Lawson TOPIC: Keys to creating a successful pet portrait session
Angela is a Certified Professional Photographer (CPP), Photographic Craftsman, and a member of Professional Photographers of America, as well as a member of her local and state affiliates. She believes that it is important to continue to improve her skills, stay abreast of the industry, and prove her competence through certification, as well continuing education. She participates annually in PPA's International Print Competition, where she has received high honors, with many of her images receiving outstanding merits, and one image went on to be placed in the prestigious Loan Collection Book, and another into PPA's Showcase Book. http://www.aglphotography.net/wp/
Summer Seminar August 10 - 14, 2018 Fredericksburg Hospitality House Confirmed Speakers and Programs include: Tony Corbell - Master of Lighting - short class Tony Corbell - Extra Day for Extra Pay on Mastering the Light Rachel Boer and Dori Howell - In Person Sales Marketing and Sales Round Table and Print Critique
Photoshop Tips and Tricks You can use a Vibrance Adjustment layer to increase the saturation of muted colors without overly saturation skin tones and already saturated colors. To do this create a vibrance adjustment layer and slide the vibrance slider to the right.
Chapter Officers GOVERNOR Joan Grippo joan11488@aol.com 757-286-1336 LT. GOVERNOR Jamie Young jamiejyoungphotography@gmail.com
TREASURER Steven Radcliffe. AFP slrimagery@gmail.com SECRETARY Greg Avant. CPP AFP Gavant@cox.net 757-685-2213
2018 VPPA Imaging Award Program Best of Awards Blue Ribbon Presentation Show – Sponsored by Robert Holman and Kitty Pugh ALL Court of Honor Awards - Sponsored by John Warters
Best Image by an Out of State Member – Sponsored Marjorie Stallard When Dance Takes Flight – Joan Walker, M.Photog., CPP ********************************************************************* Best Image by a Retired Member – Sponsored by Tish Underwood No recipient ********************************************************************* Best Image by an Aspiring Member – Sponsored by Jamie Hayes Sleeping Beauty - Erin Reardon ********************************************************************* Best Image by a Non-Masters Member – Sponsored by Bob Harper Matching Pair - Grace Kellog ********************************************************************* Court of Honor Portrait of a Child Patiently Waiting For Her Prince – Barbi Barnum, M.Photog.Cr., CPP, FP Best Portrait of a Child – Sponsored by Tidewater District (Joan Grippo) Leaning on a Strong Foundation – Robert Harris, M.Photog., Cr., CPP, FP ********************************************************************* Court of Honor Portrait of a Woman Read My Lips – Lisa Carter, M.Photog., Cr., CPP, FP Best Portrait of a Woman – Sponsored by Anthony Rumley Statuesque – Jamie Hayes, M. Photog, Cr., CPP, F-ASP, ABI, API, FP ********************************************************************* Court of Honor Portrait of a Bride Grace -Mary Fisk-Taylor, M. Photog, Cr., CPP, EA-ASP, ABI, API, FP Best Portrait of a Bride – Sponsored by Mary Fisk-Taylor Kristin – Jamie Hayes, M. Photog, Cr., CPP, F-ASP, ABI, API, FP ********************************************************************* Court of Honor Portrait of a Man At the End of the Day – Debby Martinich Best Portrait of a Man – Sponsored by Jim Sanders The New CEO – Jamie Hayes, M. Photog, Cr., CPP, F-ASP, ABI, API, FP ********************************************************************* Court of Honor Portrait of a High School Senior All Her World’s Her Stage – Mary Fisk-Taylor, M. Photog, Cr., CPP, EA-ASP, ABI, API, FP Best Portrait of a High School Senior – Sponsored by Real Life Studios A Strong Spirit Transcends Rules – Casey Scalf, CPP *********************************************************************
Best Portrait of a Group – Sponsored by Blue Ridge District (Marjorie Stallard) Stars Spangled Sisters – Robert Harris, M.Photog., Cr., CPP, FP ********************************************************************* Court of Honor Portrait of a Pet/Animal Birds of A Feather – Mollie Isaacs, M.Photog., M.Artist, Cr., FP Best Portrait of a Pet/Animal – Sponsored by Tish Underwood in Honor of Phyllis Isemann Seats Taken – Erin Bonilla ********************************************************************* Court of Honor Pictorial The Leading Edge – Kevin Hurley, M. Photog., Cr., FP Best Pictorial – Sponsored by Northern District (Deborah Schmitz) Fibonacci in Green – Erin Clark, M. Photog., CPP, FP ********************************************************************* Court of Honor Illustrative Portrait Past Her Prime – Tish Underwood Best Illustrative Portrait – Sponsored by Joan Walker Dual Sentinels – Bob Harper, CPP, FP ********************************************************************* Court of Honor Creative Portrait The Eyes Mesmerize – Steven Radcliffe AFP Best Creative Portrait – Sponsored by Molly Isaacs Tree of Life – Patricia Hansen, M.Photog., M.Artist, Cr., FP ********************************************************************* Court of Honor Photojournalism Rising above the Rubble – Robert Harris, M.Photog., Cr., CPP, FP Best Photojournalism – Sponsored by Northern District (Deborah Schmitz) He’s SAFE Blue! – Taylor Moore ********************************************************************* Best Commercial/Industrial Portrait – Sponsored by Tidewater District (Joan Grippo) No Award ********************************************************************* Court of Honor Architectural Portrait Infinite Spiral – Mollie Isaacs, M.Photog., M.Artist, Cr., FP Best Architectural Portrait – Sponsored by Capital District (Mary Fisk-Taylor) So Many Books, So Little Time – Barbi Barnum, M.Photog.Cr., CPP, FP ********************************************************************* Court of Honor Artist Escape By Candlelight – Lisa Carter, M.Photog., Cr., CPP, FP Best Artist – Sponsored by Sharon Younce Lil Mackie – Teresa Bernard, M.Photog., CPP, AFP
********************************************************************* Court of Honor Social Event Candid All Our Rowdy Friends – Jessica Arnest Best Social Event Candid – Sponsored by Robert & Wanda Harris Their First Look – Jamie Hayes, M. Photog, Cr., CPP, F-ASP, ABI, API, FP ********************************************************************* Court of Honor Social Event Portrait Rock Solid – Monica Wilson Best Social Event Portrait - Sponsored by Capital District (Mary Fisk-Taylor) Sisters – Jamie Hayes, M. Photog, Cr., CPP, F-ASP, ABI, API, FP ********************************************************************** Court of Honor Non-Event Album – Tradition: Change of Command – Chelsea Tracy, CPP Best Non-Event Album – Sponsored by Doug Hinckley Storytellers – Jessica Robertson, M.Photog.Cr., FP ********************************************************************* Best Event Album – Sponsored by Robert & Wanda Harris Rachel & Matthew – Mary Fisk-Taylor, M. Photog, Cr., CPP, EA-ASP, ABI, API, FP Jamie Hayes, M. Photog, Cr., CPP, F-ASP, ABI, API, FP ********************************************************************* Nancy Justice Award Matching Pair – Grace Kellogg ********************************************************************* ASP State Medallion Award Kristin- Jamie Hayes, M. Photog, Cr., CPP, F-ASP, ABI, API, FP ********************************************************************* PPA CPP Dual Sentinels – Bob Harper, CPP, FP ********************************************************************* VA CPP Award – Breaking of the Day – Chelsea Tracy, CPP ********************************************************************* Virginia Top Ten Photographer of the Year – Sponsored by Mary Fisk-Taylor& Jamie Hayes alphabetical order Barbi Barnum, M.Photog.Cr., CPP, FP Teresa Bernard, M.Photog., CPP, AFP Erin Clark, M. Photog., CPP, FP Mary Fisk-Taylor, M. Photog, Cr., CPP, EA-ASP, ABI, API, FP Bob Harper, CPP, FP Robert Harris, M.Photog., Cr., CPP, FP Jamie Hayes, M. Photog, Cr., CPP, F-ASP, ABI, API, FP Steve Radcliffe AFP Tish Underwood Joan Walker, M.Photog., CPP,
********************************************************************* Best in SHOW – Sponsored by Sponsored by White House Custom Color Matching Pair- Grace Kellogg ********************************************************************* PHOTOGRAPHER OF THE YEAR – Sponsored by Richmond Professional Lab Jamie Hayes, M. Photog, Cr., CPP, F-ASP, ABI, API, FP ********************************************************************* District Winner – Randy Searle Cup CAPITAL DISTRICT