On Sunday, June 23, at 2 p.m. the Owatonna Arts Center will dedicate “Crusader” a sculpture by Katherine Nash. Keith Wilcock will speak about the sculpture and Nash. The public
OAC to dedicate sculpture by Katherine Nash
Bodyscapes photography workshop set
The Camera Club of Negros announced a one-day Bodyscape Photography Workshop to be led by renowned photographer Ricky Ladia on June 22, in Bacolod City.
The comprehensive workshop is designed for photographers of all skill levels, from beginners eager to explore the art of bodyscape photography, to seasoned professionals seeking to refine their techniques. Participants will gain valuable insights from Ladia’s extensive experience, learning the secrets behind capturing stunning and captivating bodyscape images.
Workshop highlights include expert instruction where Ricky Ladia will share his knowledge and expertise, guiding participants through the fundamentals of bodyscape photography; technical expertise as the workshop will delve into the latest photography techniques and equipment, empowering photographers to achieve their creative vision, all in a collaborative environment that will provide participants the opportunity to network with fellow photographers, sharing ideas and fostering a supportive community.
The registration fee for the workshop is P1,500, exclusive of snacks or lunch. Space is limited, so interested participants are encouraged to register early.
Those interested may register by paying the registration fee at the Camera Club of Negros’ Chinabank account (details provided below) or via GCash, sending screenshot of proof of payment, and sending a message to the Camera Club of Negros Facebook page (Facebook: Camera Club Of Negros) with the screenshot and “Your Name – Bodyscape” in the message body. Finally, complete the online registration form. Registration will close upon reaching full capacity.
This workshop is strictly for participants aged 18 and above.
The Camera Club of Negros is a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting photography as an art form and fostering a community of passionate photographers in the Negros Occidental region. The club regularly hosts workshops, events, and exhibitions to empower photographers of all skill levels to explore their creativity and elevate their craft.
For further inquiries about the workshop, please contact the Camera Club of Negros through their Facebook page (Facebook Camera Club Of Negros).*
Say cheese? Ohio photographer’s ‘grumpy baby’ photo shoot goes viral
MASON, Ohio — Newborns can be expressive, but this little guy’s photo shoot takes the cake.
Lauren Carson, the owner of Drawing in Light Photography in Mason, Ohio, has been snapping photographs of babies since 2013. But a newborn named Trent gave her some memorable expressions. The boy, who was seven days old, appears to be grumpy about enduring a photo session, and Carson’s photos with his grimaces have gone viral.
“His mom and I were cracking up laughing,” Carson told WKYC-TV. “And she said, ‘He does this all the time, this is his normal face.’ And so, we just went with it, and I started taking pictures of it.”
Carson said the photo shoot lasted two hours, and that is a typical session for the photographer. She added in a Facebook post that while Trent had some sour expressions, “he was actually a sweet little snuggle bug!”
“He was perfectly comfortable,” Carson told WCPO-TV. “He wasn’t upset. He wasn’t crying. He wasn’t fussing. He was just scowling.”
Carson graduated with a degree in elementary education from Western Carolina University in 2007, according to her LinkedIn profile. She taught for six years before switching to photography and opening her own business in the Cincinnati area.
She knew when she took the photos of Trent that she had something special, but did not expect the huge reaction on social media.
“The fact that he was making such good eye contact is uncommon for a baby his age, it just added to it which made it magical,” Carson told WKYC.
But getting Trent’s grumpy-looking demeanor made the session memorable.
“I can’t make a baby smile, I can’t make a baby make expressive faces, it’s just it happens,” Carson told WCPO. “And I’ve gotten really good at being able to capture it the moment it happens. Those fleeting smiles and the looks, and making eye contact like that is something I’ve gotten really good at over the years of being able to, you know, taking a picture at that exact moment.”
As for Trent, he is blissfully unaware that he is a social media celebrity.
“Not long after these were taken he fell asleep and we took some more traditional posed newborn pictures,” Carson wrote on Facebook.
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Jane Seymour: Photographers said I had ‘bulgy eyes’ so I tried to fix it
Jane Seymour has said she once attempted to get an under-eye procedure because “photographers kept saying that I had bulgy eyes”.
The British actress, 73, said nothing could be done about the issue because it was down to a muscle.
She told People magazine: “To set the record straight – because people were getting it wrong – they attempted to do something to my under-eyes when I was 40 because photographers kept saying that I had bulgy eyes.
“The doctor told me it’s actually a muscle, so there’s nothing I can do about it.”
The actress, best known for roles in James Bond film Live and Let Die and TV series Doctor Quinn, Medicine Woman, joked she has had “quite a good career considering the bulgy eye”, adding she never wants to “do anything permanent”.
She added: “I’ve been playing a lot of amazing roles, recently two women with Alzheimer’s with very emotional scenes, and if you’re going to be that emotional, you need every muscle in your face.
“So I have nothing against people doing anything they want to do, but for me personally, it is not helping me in my craft, unless I’m playing somebody who’s had Botox, in which case, I would be all over it.”
Seymour said she has a different secret to maintaining a youthful appearance and that “the best facelift is a smile”.
She also said she approaches exercise “very carefully” so she doesn’t hurt her back or legs, and that she has to incorporate weights into whatever she does because bone loss is what she needs to be careful of.
Seymour added that her approach to her health changed after she had a near-death experience on a set in Spain in 1988, when she “nearly died”. Seymour came down with bronchitis while filming and a nurse injected an antibiotic into her vein rather than a muscle.
Love Island UK fans say this Season 11 islander beat the photography “curse”
After months and months of waiting, Love Island UK is finally back in action with Season 11 and one star is getting all the attention.
The cast for Season 11 has been unveiled, but it’s important to note that this does not include the unexpected (but expected) bombshells that enter the villa throughout the season.
Nonetheless, fans were pumped to see who the new islanders were, but that meant looking at the infamous entrance photos. They’re infamous because the Love Island photos tend to have a knack for making the stars look completely different, whether that means making a 6’1 guy look 5 feet tall or making a girl look 10 years older.
However, it does seem like one islander, in particular, did not face this problem this time around. On May 27, LI fans on Reddit congratulated Mimii for pulling off an entrance photo that gives the correct impression of what she really looks like.
One fan wrote, “She beat the LI photographer curse that face card is something serious.”
Another fan chimed in with, “The LI photographer could not make her anything other than absolutely unbelievably stunning. Now that’s a superpower.”
According to her profile with Daily Mail, Mimii is a 24-year-old nursing student who applied to be a part of the series on a complete whim.
“My girls are my rocks and I’m theirs so I’ll be a good friend as well as going in there to find a man. I like dressing up so I’ll bring style, and I’d like to think I’m quite funny so I’ll make people laugh. Bringing honesty as well – I’m good at picking up on people’s personality traits and side-eyeing those who might be a liar,” she told the outlet.
Needless to say, Season 11 might have already found its fan-favorite, but we’ll find out more when viewers see how she fares in the villa.
York teacher-turned-sculptor honoured with plaque
The life’s work of Austin Wright, who taught in York, has been recognised in Upper Poppleton.
Vista Guild to hold dedication ceremony for new outdoor sculpture
The Congaree Vista Guild has announced that a dedication ceremony will take place at 3 p.m. on May 29, for Vista Dandelions, a new sculpture installation at the corner of
Why the time of the year is crucial when it comes to landscape photography
Ryszard Lomnicki is a specialist in long exposure and landscape photography. His expertise allowed him to travel and spend time in the wild, which he believes to be one of the many positive aspects of being a photographer.
I had the honour of interviewing him about his work and analysing his image created in Moravia, Czech Republic. During our discussion, we delved into the techniques he used to capture the photo and why it works so effectively…
1. Vivid colours
Landscapes undergo significant transformations throughout the year, influenced by the weather and the season, but Ryszard decided to capture this scene in spring. “I planned to capture this scene at this time of year as I really wanted to show nature coming to life,” he explains. “The lushness of the spring greenery is crucial in this photo.”
Ryszard skilfully captured the light and shadow to highlight the different hues of green. This has resulted in a vibrant but harmonious frame that mesmerizes with its vivid colors. Furthermore, this all-green color scheme allows the tiny Chapel of St Barbara, found on the right of the frame, to stand out.
2. Leading lines
“The main challenge I faced when shooting in this location was the distance from the Chapel of St Barbara. Capturing the frame as I intended meant that I had to adjust the position of the tripod to align with the desired composition,” Ryszard explains.
He opted to include leading lines in his composition, with the trees creating lines that lead towards the chapel, naturally guiding the viewer’s gaze towards it. “By placing the chapel in a strong point, the leading lines combined with the undulations of the terrain highlighted by the rays of the setting sun, result in a more interesting image overall,” he adds.
3. Excluded horizon
When creating a balanced composition, the horizon is usually placed in the frame and often adheres to the classic rule of thirds. However, Ryszard intentionally chose to break with convention here by filling the frame with the landscape instead.
“I decided to isolate the scene with the fields, the trees and a chapel to focus the eye on the most important elements of this scene,” he explains. “Including the horizon and sky might have unnecessarily disturbed the clean composition.” By doing so, he has showcased the landscape to its fullest potential.
4. Light fall-off
By darkening the edges of the frame using a vignette, Ryszard achieved a visual spotlight on the subject. “The vignetting effect was used specifically to focus the
eye on the most important elements of this photo,” he explains.
With the reduction of brightness, a visual leading part was created that skillfully draws the viewer into the frame while enhancing the narrative of the photograph.
Tech details
Camera: Sony A7R III
Lens: Sigma 70-200mm f/2.8 EX DG OS HSM
Aperture: f/11
Shutter speed: 1/80 sec
ISO: 100
Ryszard Lomnicki is an award-winning photographer based in Galway, Ireland. He specialises in long exposure and landscape photography and is also the official co-photographer of Haida Filters and a brand ambassador for Leofoto, Shimoda and Blackrapid.
‘Forever watching over’: New sculpture at Tremonton cemetery honors four brothers from same local family who died in WWII
Hundreds of people, including Utah’s governor, gathered at Riverview Cemetery in Tremonton on Monday morning for the city’s annual Memorial Day ceremony, and also to honor the sacrifice of one
‘Forever watching over’: New sculpture at Tremonton cemetery honors Borgstrom brothers
Hundreds of people, including Utah’s governor, gathered at Riverview Cemetery in Tremonton on Monday morning for the city’s annual Memorial Day ceremony, and also to honor the sacrifice of one
