Gary Thompson will present techniques and ideas for photographing buildings and architectural features at the Nov. 14 meeting of the Grand Canyon Photography Club. The presentation will begin at 7 p.m. after a short business meeting at the Gmeiner Art & Cultural Center in Wellsboro.

Architectural photography topics to be discussed include composition; curves and diagonals; reflections, light and shadow; perspective; distortionand architectural details.

Thompson retired in 2020 after 42 years of service as a principal of HUNT Engineers, Architects & Land Surveyors, P.C. where he was a NYS professional land surveyor and FAA certified drone pilot.

He is past president and currently a trustee of the NYS Association of Professional Land Surveyors in Albany, N.Y.

Thompson provided corporate photography of his company’s architectural and engineering projects for use in the firms’ publications and marketing materials. In his current ‘retired’ capacity, he continues to provide photography and drone services when requested.

An avid motorcyclist, Thompson is a staff photographer for the Harley Rendezvous Classic, an annual motorcycle rally hosting thousands of bikers. As a result, he has had many of his photographs published from this event in various promotional media and magazines. Thompson has completed other magazine and billboard assignments for Harley Davidson as well.

With a genuine passion for live music, Thompson has also photographed many local musicians and name band acts achieving what he calls “stage status.” Being on stage and back-stage with the big bands provides an entirely new perspective for concert photography.

Guests are welcome to attend a GCPC meeting as a guest before joining.