The 10th Annual Photographic Art Show is just around the corner.   This year we are excited because it will be the first year the show will be held in the Lone Tree Arts Center.  The new venue promises to make a wonderful setting for our photography.

The opening night is open to the public, complete with Cocktail Reception.  Artists will be present and selling their accepted artwork along with a sampling of bin work that will offered for sale at the reception only.  Be sure to mark your calendar March 3, 2012 from 3:00-5:00 p.m.

In addition, the Lone Tree Photography Club is compiling a book of all the entries called, “Exploring the Light.”  This lovely book will be a welcome addition to your coffee table, to order please visit the site.

For a number of years I have traveled south to Northern New Mexico during Holy Week, which is  the first week in April this year.  I mainly go down to photograph the Holy Week pilgrimage to El Santuario de Chimayo and in many ways this has become an annual pilgrimage for me, both a photographic and spiritual journey.  This year I have decided to take some photographers along on this trip.

On my way down I plan to take the high road between Taos to Santa Fe on Thursday (April 5th) and visit the many chapels, towns and pueblos along this road.  On Good Friday I plan to spend most of the day around the plaza of Chimayo photographing the pilgrims and the several events that take place this day.  For those unfamiliar with Chimayo, it is the site of the largest Easter pilgrimage in Northern America.

Over 30,000 people will make this pilgrimage during Holy Week and most will walk to the chapel on Good Friday.  While we are in the area we hope to arrange a lecture on the history of the chapel and surrounding area by one of the nuns in the chapel.

Saturday morning we will photograph the many chapels in Santa Fe and then leave the city for Abiquiu where we will spend the night before Easter.  We may stop back in Chimayo on the way if we can arrange a lecture on the chapel that morning.  There are many historical sites and great landscapes in the Abiquiu area, so much so that this stay will mostly be an introduction to the area.  That Saturday we plan on having a private O’Keeffe and Landscape tour on Ghost Ranch.  Easter Sunday, after some morning photography, we will leave Abiquiu and make our way home, perhaps stopping at different locations for photography along the way if time permits.

We hope to travel down to New Mexico in two cars with six to eight photographers.  The cost of the trip is approximately $100 for those who travel down together and this will cover the lecture at the chapel, maybe a a photo presentation in Santa Fe, and the tour  in Abiquiu.  Any funds left over will be returned.  Those traveling will be responsible for their own hotel and food costs and pueblo entrance fees.  We would like to firm up who is going by the end of February. If you are interested send Charles Lehman and email including your contact information.  charslehman@gmail.com

When Nanci Ricks grew up in Indiana, she had no idea that learning the art of photography from her grandfather would help her communicate the story of the 250 million Dalits (Untouchables) of India. In 2001, Nanci co-founded and directed the Dalit Freedom Network (DFN), a nonprofit organization dedicated to the emancipation of India’s Dalit.

As the co-founder and former President of the Dalit Freedom Network, Nanci brings the audience along on her journeys to the villages of India through the eye of her camera and the passion of her heart. She has authentically communicated about the plight of the Dalits to countless audiences. She has testified before the US Congress as well as presented to large and small Indian and American audiences, interest groups, universities, and churches. Through her heartfelt presentations, thousands have been stirred to action for the Dalit cause in a variety of arenas. Nanci brings her experience as a Pediatric Physical Therapist, passionate visionary, published medical researcher, wound care specialist, community leader, and photographer to her artistic narrative.

As you listen to Nanci and view her photographs you will be drawn into her heart for the nation of India. With a strong desire to see the world transformed, Nanci has mentored and mobilized many young leaders to look beyond their circumstances and make positive changes in the world. She is a passionate leader, developer, visionary strategist, and facilitator. As an engaging communicator, Nanci is the consummate storyteller. She speaks on a variety of topics that stir your heart and give you a wider perspective of the world. Her book “To Love The Slumdog” is a collection of 150 photographs and 50 short stories of her experiences in India.

She is the mother of four beautiful souls and currently resides in Castle Rock, Colorado.

 Nanci’s presentation you will learn:

Monday, February 20 our presenter will be Eric Wulfsberg who will be speaking on Surrealistic HDR (Intermediat Level).   Eric does realistic and surrealistic HDR photography, and his image of the interior of the Lone Tree Arts Center Mainstage Theater (shot during a LTPC outing) is currently being used in the City of Lone Tree’s marketing materials.

Eric’s experience runs deep for over 40 years.  He admits it turned into a passion the past 15-years with the advent of digital technology.  He uses  the “digital darkroom” to create artistic images using High Dynamic Range bracketed exposures and special effects.

Visit Eric Wulfsberg Photography Website to enjoy his work.

Join members and guest of the Lone Tree Photography Club as we welcome Eric Wulfsberg as he presents “Surrealistic Imaging”
Date: Monday, February 20,  2012
Time: 7:00 – 9:00 pm.
Location: Lone Tree Civic Center, 8527 Lone Tree Parkway, Lone Tree, CO. (Meeting is downstairs to the rear.) There is an elevator for anyone who prefers to use it. Guests are welcome!

The Tenth Annual Lone Tree Photographic Art Show and Sale begins on March 3, 2012.  This year the show will be held in the newly built Lone Tree Arts Center at 10075 Commons Street.

In order to prepare for the show the City of Lone Tree needs our help.  The various jobs include:

• Receiving images
• Check in Photographers
• Paperwork for art
• Sorting images categories
• Hang images
• Reception Management
• Take down

To volunteer, please select the day, time and job you wish to have from the sign up sheet.

The City   has asked that we submit our list of volunteers by February 24, 2012.  Here is the link to the sign up form.

The Annual Lone Tree Library Exhibition was well received this year.  We had so many entries they filled the walls, a hallway and the community room!  It was exciting to see the images as they arrived, all framed and looking so good!

The Douglas County Library Staff reviewed all the images and voted for their two favorites.  At the end of the show, the votes were tallied and the winners are:

Santiago Moncayo with his Old Barn in Winter

Santiago Moncayo's Old Barn in Winter

Santiago tells the story behind this photo:

We had a big snow storm during the night of Sunday February 21, 2010. No wind…. just snow, lots of snow…. Early Monday I decided to go to Lookout Mountain to take some pictures. Blue sky, very quiet morning…. cold and perfect… I drove on CO 470 to find I 70 but like one mile before the intersection there was a traffic jam because of the weather, and the cars had to stop….. I looked to the west and there it was this scene… Rolled down the window and shoot this pic. This picture is one of my favorites.

Elane Comeaux's image of Grand Lake

 

 

Elane Comeaux’s image of Grand Lake took second place.

Here’s what Elane has to say about her capture:

The image seen here was taken at Grand Lake, Co.  It was a cold February morning and I was looking for a good sunrise shot in the area.  As I drove into town and down to the park, I saw that there was a real nice fog coming up off of the lake.  I made my way to several spots and took a few pictures here and there, but wanted a more interesting composition.  Driving over Rainbow Bridge, I found the spot I was looking for.  There aren’t many folks out at 6am on a Saturday morning, so parked in the middle of the bridge and unpacked my gear.  I had to get creative with the camera and tripod to position it between the support beams of the bridge to capture the angle I wanted; all the while fighting that fear of dropping everything in the lake.  Once I found the right spot, I started to experiment with my settings to get the image just right.  As the sun started to rise, I had to continuously make adjustments to compensate for its intense light to the left of the image.  But I also noticed that it gave a really nice, warm glow to the fog on the lake, which was very unique.  I’m not sure how many different versions of the same picture I took, changing from landscape to portrait and various degrees of exposure.  It was one of those mornings where being in the right place at the right time just pays off.

It’s one of my favorite images to date and most popular.  It was recently voted as a semi-finalist in the Smithsonian Channel’s Aerial America Photo Contest and drew second place in the Lone Tree Library Photography Show.

Spruce Tree House by Laura Bennett ~ Best of Show 2011

Photographers, the time has come to submit your work to the Annual Lone Tree Photographic Art Show.  The 10th Annual Show will be held March 3 through April 29, 2012. This year the show will be presented in the new Lone Tree Arts Center.

Opening night reception will be held from 3-5 p.m.  Everyone is invited.  Photographers will offer bin work in addition to entries for sale.

The Lone Tree Photography Club will offer a book for sale of all the entries.

Entries are being taken via CaFE an online submissions website.  Entries are being accepted now through January 27, 2012.  Categories are:

• Color
• Monochrome
• Special Effects color
• Special Effects Monochrome

Juror

• Dr. Jason Odell – author of several digital photography books: The Photographer’s Guide to Capture NX and The Photographer’s Guide to Capture NX2 among many others.

Awards

• Cash prizes are estimated at $4000.
• Best of Show winner will be awarded gallery space for up to ten images for 30 days at the Lone Tree Arts Center following the close of the Photo Show.

For complete information visit the City of Lone Tree Website

As the Club closes the chapter on another year, many members were recognized for their efforts and achievements in 2011.

Bruce Ryman, the President for the past 3-years passed the gavel to Don Casper last night.  Don and everyone praised the job Bruce has done, leading and organizing the Club.  Thanks and appreciation was also mentioned for our Treasurer, Bill Brennan who continues to fulfill his duties whether it be in Colorado or in Arizona!  We are happy to know both of these gentleman and sincerely thank them for their efforts.  We are glad to know you!

Ballots were officially passed and new officers were voted in and are as follows:

Don Casper, President

Cheryl Finley, Vice President

Lloyd Davis, Treasurer

Kristal Kraft, Secretary, Webmistress, Official Spammer

Lone Tree Photography Club Awards for 2011

Competitions, Photographer of the Year 2011

1. Lou Jacquay, First Place
2. Honorable Mention
• Charles Lehman
• Ken Imler
• Lloyd Davis

Exhibitions, Photographer of the Year 2011

1. Charles Lehman, First Place
2. Honorable Mention:
• Lou Jacquay
• Don Casper
• Kristal Kraft

Volunteer Photographer of the Year 2011

1. Don Casper, First Place
2. Honorable Mention Award:
• Bruce Ryman
• Doug Flin
• Tom Iskiyan

Lone Tree Photography Club Development

Member of the Year 2011

1. Kristal Kraft, First Place
2. Honorable Mention Award:
• Charles Lehman
• Lloyd Davis
• Alex Santiago

The Visions of Light Show is a yearly juried photography competition sponsored by the Tri-Lakes Center for the Arts. The show will run from February 28 – March 24, 2012. This competition will challenge photographers to go beyond producing a technically correct photographic image and demonstrate their use and control of light to help define the subject.

This all photography competition will have five categories, including Landscape, Architecture, People, Wildlife and Nature, and Abstract, with a First Prize cash award for each category and a $500 Best of Show award. A Prospectus with the detailed Call for Entries and the Entry Form are available on the Tri-Lakes Center for the Arts website (trilakesarts.org), and it is also attached. The deadline for entries is January 29, 2012.

If you have any further questions, please contact the Tri-Lakes Center for the Arts at info@trilakesarts.org.