We have multiple students who have been accepted into the "Boundaries" show at Viewpoint gallery! Congrats to Aric A, Rora B., Danielle E, Anastasia G, Sean K and David N-- the photo department salutes you. There will be an artists reception on Friday April 12th from 6-8:30 pm. I hope you can come see your... Continue Reading →
Viewpoint Photo Lecture for Students
Angela Casagrande will give a presentation about and a demonstration of the use of encaustics with photographs. For students interested in alternative processes in their photographic work, this will be a particularly good opportunity to think outside the box... It is Thursday March 21, 2019 7:00 PM at Viewpoint 2015 J Street Sacramento 95818. You can... Continue Reading →
Black Friday Photo Sales
If you're one of those insane people who get into long lines for Black Friday...best of luck. I have no such determination. And it's cold out. Maybe if they had Black Friday on a nice day in May I would reconsider...but back to the point. There are some photo deals online for you to look... Continue Reading →
HDR Gallery
This is the time of year my students turn in hdr shots! HDR stands for high dynamic range, and is the digital version of the Zone System. HDR combines a series of different exposures, and allows you to select the best tones from various exposures to create the most complete lighting range--more than the human... Continue Reading →
Photo App “PhotoGuru”
One of my students asked me today if I had seen this app, and I never had, but it looks like it could be fun and help you on your photo skills! GuruShots (https://gurushots.com/) gives you a daily photo challenge. You submit your photo and get feedback and tips. You earn badges for your achievements,... Continue Reading →
Duane Michals interview in Sacramento
(This is so awesome! Hurray for Sacramento getting a famous photographer to come in town!) Duane Michals (b. 1932, McKeesport, PA) is one of the great photographic innovators of the last century, widely known for his work with series, multiple exposures, and text. Michals first made significant, creative strides in the field of photography... Continue Reading →
