Community Mural Paint Days

So...the blog has been quiet the last two weeks as I grade like mad for the end of the semester. For the most part, I keep this blog running only during the school year, but I like to end it each time with something fun to unwind with. I think this next post qualifies for...

Sacramento Mural Paint Day

Community Mural Paint Day is this Saturday, December 4! This is an exciting opportunity to participate hands-on and add your brushstrokes to the amazing mural that is in-progress at 4611 Freeport Blvd. The mural is a paint-by-number design and you'll be supported by lead artist, Jaya King, and her team, Uli Smith, Nicole Keith, and...

Monster Mash

...And If you'd like to try your hand at making your own monster self portrait, either via Photoshop or via costume and lighting, or some combo, I'll give 2 points extra credit to...

American Photography Contest

There are a ton of photo contests out there, but this one is hosted in part by Photobucket, which I do like as a company. I had to search a bit to find the rules--there is an entry fee of $20 and the photos have to be taken 2019 or afterwards. If you aren't sure...

Light Wands for Night Photography Heaven

For those of you who love light painting, this could be really up your alley. There are lots of cheap led wands out there, but that's the problem.  They're cheap.  I have to rebuy the 10 dollar ones every year or so, and the batteries crap out quickly too. Recently I saw this super cool...

Tons of Viewpoint Opportunities!

STUDENT PROGRAM American River College is a member of Viewpoint Gallery, and this membership allows you to attend many events free of charge.  Viewpoint created the Student Program to help accentuate the education of photo students in the Sacramento region, and it's a great way to learn more on specific topics by working artists, and...