On Sat. Nov. 25 please join me for a walk-about in Niagara on the Lake. We will focus on trying to "shoot like Richard Martin". We will concentrate on in-camera image design and the minimalist and abstract style that Richard Martin attempts to capture.
If you are interested in joining us, we will meet at the corner in front of the Prince of Wales Hotel in Niagara on the Lake at 9:00 am. For those interested we can grab a quick lunch at the Harp Irish Pub afterwords in the "Olde Towne".
Hope to see you there.
Dave
Outings
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Nov 23, 2017
Jun 19, 2017
Welland Motorcycle Club Races
Dan Ritz has been in contact with the folks at the Welland Motorcycle Club to get access to areas of the track not accessible to the public. We are limited to 5 to a maximum of 10 photographers and as such will be offered on a first come first served basis. Please email me if you plan to attend.
This date was chosen to coincide with the longest day of the year to take advantage of longer light.
This date was chosen to coincide with the longest day of the year to take advantage of longer light.
DATE: Saturday June 24th ( July 1st rain date )
COST: $12 BASIC / $10 Seniors
Gates open to the public at 2:30 pm
Riders Meeting at 4:45 pm
Practice at 5:00 pm
Kids heat races at 6:00 pm
Main show and regular heat races start at 7:00 pm
Plan to meet there at 4:00 pm, to get trough the gates, sign our waivers and try to attend the drivers meeting. Once at the meeting we can ask if there are any objections in using flash for photography for at least the Pro riders.
Remember this is first come first served to get track access so email me if interested.
May 19, 2017
McLeans Auto Museum Invitation
I received the following message from Pat VanHell:
The Port Colborne Camera Club has arranged an outing to McLeans Auto Wreckers in Rockwood and would like to invite members of the Welland club to join us.
Date: Sat June 3, 2017
Time: Opens at 10 AM, closes at 4 PM
Cost: $10 donation per person.
Outing Address: 12584 Fourth Line Nassagaweya, Rockwood
Street or field parking. No washrooms. Good sturdy footwear recommended.
Outing Address: 12584 Fourth Line Nassagaweya, Rockwood
Street or field parking. No washrooms. Good sturdy footwear recommended.
Please email pccameraclub@gmail.com by May 31 to register.
Rain date TBD.
Thanks
Pat VanHell
If you are interesting in joining the Pt. Colborne members please send an email to Pat.
Dave Lindey
Outings
Apr 27, 2017
Spring Wildflowers Weekend
The Niagara spring wildflowers are well on their way.
This weekend we will attempt to capture these spring beauties as well as some waterfall action. You are welcome to join me in search of what Nature shares with us this weekend in 2 popular locations. The subject matter we hope to capture will add to your Nature-Botany and Nature-General portfolios.
GPS Co-ordinates
GPS Co-ordinates
This weekend we will attempt to capture these spring beauties as well as some waterfall action. You are welcome to join me in search of what Nature shares with us this weekend in 2 popular locations. The subject matter we hope to capture will add to your Nature-Botany and Nature-General portfolios.
I look forward to you joining me.
Saturday April 29, 2017 – Louth Conservation Area. Meet at the Staff Rd. Parking Lot at 8:00 am. The flowers are well along and we will also check out water scenes along Sixteen Mile Creek. Depending on conditions we may try creating a time lapse sequence for those interested.
GPS Co-ordinates
Latitude 43.1216
Longitude -79.3512
Longitude -79.3512
Sunday April 30, 2017 - Shorthills Provincial Park. Meet at the Wylie Rd. entrance at 8:00 am. Time permitting we will also swing over to the Rolland Rd. entranceAlways a great spot for early spring wildflowers and of course water scenes.
GPS Co-ordinates
Wiley Rd. Entrance
Latitude 43.103752
Longitude -79.272317
Rolland Rd. Entrance
Latitude 43.09079
Longitude -79.304928
Latitude 43.103752
Longitude -79.272317
Rolland Rd. Entrance
Latitude 43.09079
Longitude -79.304928
Mar 8, 2017
Outing - Vermeer's Garden Centre
Once again, Brenda Dennis has arranged for us to visit Vermeer's Garden Centre at 684 S Pelham Rd, Welland.
There will be many interesting opportunities BUT please remember this is a business – respecting their ‘wares’ and the customers is very important.
Bring your gear, tripods, creativity and enthusiasm.The outing is scheduled for Saturday March 25th beginning at 9:00 a.m. and you can stay as long as you like.
Thank you Brenda!
See you then.
There will be many interesting opportunities BUT please remember this is a business – respecting their ‘wares’ and the customers is very important.
Bring your gear, tripods, creativity and enthusiasm.The outing is scheduled for Saturday March 25th beginning at 9:00 a.m. and you can stay as long as you like.
Thank you Brenda!
See you then.
Feb 8, 2017
Bruce Peninsula – Tobermory Photo Tour
Once again this year we are
planning our annual excursion to experience one of Ontario’s photographic
gems. We are changing the timing of our visit this year to the weekday’s vs. an
extended weekend. This is being done to avoid the increase in crowds that we’ve
been experiencing.
We have planned our visit to Tobermory, ON for Monday June 5
through Friday June 9 inclusive, 2017. This trip will provide opportunities to
expand your nature image portfolio. Some of the subject material that can be
expected are sunrise/sunsets, grand scenic land/seascapes, wild flowers
(several varieties of Orchids, Lakeside Daisies, Indian Paintbrush, Columbine, etc.),
lighthouses and old stuff.
Among the usual techniques we will attempt timelapse sequences, landscape
focus staking, panoramas, long exposures, and photographing the night sky. The
moon phase will be moving from First Quarter (Jun. 1) through to Full (Jun. 9).
Even with the influence of moonlight in the Night Sky, we will still have
opportunity for some interesting nightscapes.
As in the past I’ll have a couple
of Nikon IR-Converted bodies with me for loan if you want to try your hand at
digital IR.
As always this will be an
unguided tour however several of the participants have visited the area many
times in previous years so there will be plenty of experience to draw upon to
plan each day’s agenda.
If interested, please
sign-up using the sign-up sheet or send me an email by April 26, 2017. I have
blocked out 20 rooms at the Coach House Inn so that we can make your own arrangements.
Ruth, the proprietor of the Coach House has again offered a rate of $55.00 per
night single or double occupancy. We can also arrange carpooling to offset
costs and consider conservation.
I will provide the usual
sunrise/sunset data and weather forecast info as the date draws near.
Base of
Operations:
Coach House Inn
7189 HWY 6
Tobermory, ON
N0H 2R0
(519)
596-2361
This is a popular outing so
please don’t delay in letting me know if you are interested.
Dave Lindey
outings@wellandcameraclub.com
Feb 6, 2017
Butterfly Conservatory Outing
Due to its popularity we have again arranged
a visit to the Butterfly Conservatory for Saturday Mar. 4, 2017. As in the
past, we have been granted exclusive access to the facility from 8:00 am until
10:00 am. During this time we can use our tripods. At 10:00 am the Conservatory
opens to the general public and they ask that we put our tripods away. An added
bonus is that we are welcome to spend the day at the conservatory after it is
opened to the general public. Another bonus as a result of changes to image
entry rules, your butterfly photos can be entered in the Nature Category as
well as any of the open or special competition categories.
We are committed to have a minimum of
20 participants so the cost is the same as in the past at $20 per person. If
you intend to participate it is very important
that you let me know ASAP via email or by adding your name to the sign-up sheet
that will be available at the Feb. 8, 2017, club meeting.
On the date of the event, we will
meet in behind the main conservatory parking area which is designated as the
Buses and Overflow Parking Area at 7:45 am SHARP. Once inside we can store our
gear and winter clothing is an area provided for our use by the Conservatory.
Members of other local camera clubs
are welcome and we will accommodate as space is available. If you are interested please send me an email with
your intentions.
We look forward to you joining us for
this fun event.
Dave Lindey
Outings
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