Events added to The Events Calendar will automatically show on the Frontpage and Monthly Calendar. In addition, KPAC Events Past (since 2018) will display here. “Other Events” are not included. For reference, earlier events (2010-2017), are available in PDF format. See KPAC Event Archives under INFORMATION > DOWNLOAD DOCUMENTS
Jan 13 – Conversation with John Enman
This is a night to mine the vast photographic knowledge of John Enman, proprietor of the eclectic little camera store ENMANS MR. CAMERA at 423 Tranquille Road, Kamloops. John’s current passions are B&W Long Exposure & Infrared Photography but Vintage Imaging equipment, Lighting, Portraiture, Sports, Architecture etc. are all fair game. Ask questions and discuss. … Continue reading Jan 13 – Conversation with John Enman
Find out more »Telling a Nature story: Jeffrey Wu
Wildlife photographer Jeffrey Wu is a master of capturing dramatic, story-telling moments in his award winning photography. This CAPA Pacific Zone Inter-Club presentation leads off KPAC programs for 2021. Jeffrey will showcase how to freeze action, aerial photography, Black & White wildlife images and photographing wildlife in Africa. Register for this Friday, January 8th Zoom … Continue reading Telling a Nature story: Jeffrey Wu
Find out more »Dec 16 – Showcase
The theme for this last Showcase Program of 2020 is 'Time to Unwind'. The interpretation is yours. Submit a max of 6 images by midnight, Sunday, December 13th. Size and title for the website. If not able to attend this zoom presentation please also submit comments for each image. Thanks!
Find out more »Oct 28: Showcase – Glass Half Full
Our next showcase is set for October 28th via Zoom. The theme is Glass Half Full. My thought with this theme was to find the good or upside in a not so ideal situation. Examples maybe you got some spectacular shots during the fires or floods. An unfortunate circumstance, but looking at the glass half … Continue reading Oct 28: Showcase – Glass Half Full
Find out more »Oct 21: Gear Talk – Stabilizing Devices
What’s out there re Stabilizing Devices AKA Tripods? For the first part on Wednesday, Rick McCutcheon will facilitate a conversation with club members about stabilization in general and tripods in particular. There is a wealth of rich experience in this club. Rick will start the conversation off with his recent research about tripods garnered while picking out … Continue reading Oct 21: Gear Talk – Stabilizing Devices
Find out more »Oct 14: Walking with Wolves
Fascinated by the illusive wolf, Bryan Hunt fulfilled his fantasy of walking with wolves in the fall of 2019. See Bryan’s photos and hear all about his adventure of getting up close and personal with the predators. These beautiful dog-like animals are a key element maintaining a balance in nature. KPAC’s Zoom meeting Oct. 14 … Continue reading Oct 14: Walking with Wolves
Find out more »Oct 10: Field Trip to Tranquille River
Take your camera for a ‘socially distanced’ hike. Capture fall colour along/above the Tranquille River. This mini KPAC field trip is lead by Dave Whiting. Meet at the parking lot at 3 PM to sign waivers, then stroll along the “double track” trail toward the old camp cottages and picnic shelter (about 1 km). Photo … Continue reading Oct 10: Field Trip to Tranquille River
Find out more »Oct 07: Showcase – On the Move
Could be the full moon effect. We've had to postpone the scheduled Sept 30 KPAC meeting one week to Oct 7th. See you then. The first Showcase program of the season is 'On the Move'. Get your images in by midnight Sunday Sept. 27th, preferably sooner as we'll first present them via Zoom format before … Continue reading Oct 07: Showcase – On the Move
Find out more »Aug 30: KPAC Barbecue Cancelled
Unfortunately COVID-19 is still hanging around. With gatherings of 5 max decreed by Health Authorities at the moment, KPAC has regretfully cancelled our annual summer get together that was slated for August 30. Chicken Little has concurred. "Pecking BBQ wearing a mask just doesn't work," she says.Photo – Doug Clemis
Find out more »May 10: Showcase – Sunlight
Photo by Al Fedorak... WE WILL NOT BE MEETING IN PERSON FOR THIS EVENT. Sunlight - a life giving force that can cheer us up, cause us to gaze in awe or just plain want to make us lie down and bask in it on the nearest beach or lawn. What's your favorite sunlight photo? … Continue reading May 10: Showcase – Sunlight
Find out more »Apr 19: Showcase – Mist
Photo by Al Fedorak... WE WILL NOT BE MEETING IN PERSON FOR THIS EVENT. How many different ways can mist be created? Which creation is your favorite? Submit as per usual instructions: INFORMATION > SHOWCASE GUIDE > SHOWCASE SUBMISSIONS. Deadline is Sunday, April 19, 2020. Photos will be posted on our website for your viewing … Continue reading Apr 19: Showcase – Mist
Find out more »Mar 22: SHOWCASE – Tell a Story
Photo by Bob Lewis. WE WILL NOT BE MEETING IN PERSON FOR THIS EVENT. Showcase: Can you tell a story in a single shot? Give it a try and share it with us. Submit as per usual instructions: INFORMATION > SHOWCASE GUIDE > SHOWCASE SUBMISSIONS. Deadline is Sunday, Mar 22, 2020. Photos will be posted … Continue reading Mar 22: SHOWCASE – Tell a Story
Find out more »Mar 7: Field Trip – 2141 Roundhouse
Photo "2141 Ghosts" by K. Pape. Here's your opportunity to see the inside of our own Heritage Railway Roundhouse! Meet at the west end of Pioneer Park. Led by Bob Lewis.
Find out more »Feb 26: Showcase – Traffic
Photo by Al Fedorak... Traffic: We all have an opinion about it. Let's express that opinion in a photo and share!
Find out more »Feb 19: Light Painting & Burning Steel Wool
Photo by Bob Lewis. Ahhhh the wonders of light! Led by Bob Lewis, we'll meet at the tennis courts in Riverside Park at 7:00 pm. We'll walk to the area where we will create our photographic event!
Find out more »Feb 12: CAPA Selection Night & critique session
Photo by A. Brooymans. CAPA Monochrome Competition will include 5 categories: Portrait, Landscape, Man made Structures/Objects, Flowers/Plants and Animals/Birds/Insects. For more information go to: https://capacanada.ca/2020-monochrome/ If time permits we will also run a critique session for our members. If you are interested in participating, please submit 1 - 2 photos prepped in the same way as … Continue reading Feb 12: CAPA Selection Night & critique session
Find out more »Jan 22: Showcase – Pets
Photo by Al Fedorak... Pets: Beautiful, endearing, loving, great entertainment... Rascals, often in trouble, frustrating... Oh my! This kind of sounds like children! Bring and share your best shots and stories. If time allows we will also have a presentation on "Sizing Images" with Robert Nowland and Al Fedorak.
Find out more »Jan 18: Field trip – Macro Photography
Time to put in action what you learned on Wednesday! We'll meet at TRU - House 10 before we head out. This field trip is restricted to the participants of the class held January 15th.
Find out more »Jan 15: Education: Macro photography techniques
This event will be held at TRU in House 10 which is to the left of the Horticultural Gardens across from the Student Residence - North Tower. Techniques for macro photography will be explored in class with a follow up field trip on January 18th. This class is limited to 12 people. Please register in … Continue reading Jan 15: Education: Macro photography techniques
Find out more »Jan 8: Slaying the travel photography demons
Photo by Frank Dwyer - In the spring of last year, Frank and his wife Jan traveled to Japan by way of a magnificent ship. Most of his photography aspirations were wrecked, as often can happen with world travel, but the outcome was an epic experience, with many lessons learned. Frank is so undaunted – … Continue reading Jan 8: Slaying the travel photography demons
Find out more »Dec 15: Christmas Party
Who would have believed this year has gone so fast! Christmas again! And that means our annual Christmas get together! Who: You, members of your family or a friend. What: Full turkey dinner with all the trimmings, dessert, coffee and tea. Alcoholic drinks can be purchased. When: December 15th starting at 5:30pm with dinner served … Continue reading Dec 15: Christmas Party
Find out more »Dec 11: Showcase – Finding Faces in Everyday Things
Photo by Barb Klie... Ever look at something like a cloud, tree branches or cracks in the ice and swear that Mother Nature just drew a face? Capture the image and share it with us….
Find out more »Nov 27: 3 Events
There are 3 events this evening: LYNDA MILLER, Pacific Zone Director CAPA Lynda is the CAPA representative for the Pacific Zone which includes all of BC and the Yukon. She will give a short presentation providing a perspective about where CAPA fits in to the photographic community for both individuals and clubs. She will also explain … Continue reading Nov 27: 3 Events
Find out more »Nov 20: Executive Meeting
Agenda and previous minutes will be fanned out to the Executive closer to the meeting.
Find out more »Nov 13: GUEST SPEAKER
GUEST SPEAKER: Ernie Kroeger presents Photography Walking Some photographers have made great photographs because they walked; some have made walking a subject in its own right. In this talk Ernie will present examples of both, discuss how these two approaches have influenced him, and also show examples of his own work. Ernie Kroeger is an … Continue reading Nov 13: GUEST SPEAKER
Find out more »Oct 23: CAPA & Lions Gate Camera Club Selection Night and SHOWCASE
CAPA SELECTION NIGHT "NATURE/WILDLIFE" Club members will choose which photos will be sent onto the Canadian Association for Photographic Art (CAPA) for entry into this competition. This year CAPA is combining the Nature and Wildlife competitions by creating 4 separate themes: Botanical, Landscape, Nature and Wildlife Deadline for entry is Monday, October 21st. One image … Continue reading Oct 23: CAPA & Lions Gate Camera Club Selection Night and SHOWCASE
Find out more »Oct 19: Saturday Workshop
WORKSHOP: COMPOSITION FOR IMAGES THAT STAND OUT with Colleen Foucault Saturday, October 19, 2019 from 10:00 am to Noon at TRU in Old Main Room 2712 (the Photography Lab) To register: Email grayintheforest@shaw.ca NOTE: Registration will be capped at 40. This workshop on composition is designed for those at an intermediate level, though all KPAC members … Continue reading Oct 19: Saturday Workshop
Find out more »Oct 9: Travels with Sigi White and Brian Mitchell
Summertime Sojourn to Clayoquot Sound Sigi loves the outdoors and has been to many wonderful places in the world. One of her sojourns was a hiking trip in Clayoquot Sound which started in Ahousaht (Flores Island north of Tofino) and ended in Cow Bay. This remote trail is mystical, quiet, awe inspiring, with a plethora … Continue reading Oct 9: Travels with Sigi White and Brian Mitchell
Find out more »Sep 29: FIELD TRIP – Turtle Valley Donkey Refuge
Did you know that donkeys can live to over 50 years? Although they are closed for the season, the Turtle Valley Donkey Refuge has opened their doors to us on Sunday, September 29, 2019. Join us for a fun field trip and take the opportunity to learn more about these wonderful animals! We will meet … Continue reading Sep 29: FIELD TRIP – Turtle Valley Donkey Refuge
Find out more »Sep 25: Showcase – Aquatic Animals
We will be meeting at the Henry Grube Center this evening. So which of our aquatic friends did you swim, sail or have a conversation with recently? Share an image with us and tell us about them!
Find out more »Sep 11: Favorite Summer Photo
WELCOME BACK! ** NOTE DATE CHANGE: TUESDAY, SEPT. 10 ** ** ALERT! PLEASE NOTE CHANGE OF VENUE ** And what were you up to this summer? What was your favorite adventure? Share your photos and stories with us on the first meeting back from summer holidays and we'll all get caught up with each other's … Continue reading Sep 11: Favorite Summer Photo
Find out more »Jun 23: Summer BBQ
Bring food! Bring chairs! Bring your best gregarious self! It's BBQ time! You'll need a dish to share, your own meat, your own chair and your own plate and cutlery. You'll notice this is scheduled earlier than usual. Hopefully we won't have the wildfires of last year but if we do we wanted to beat … Continue reading Jun 23: Summer BBQ
Find out more »May 31: Weekend Away
We will be headed for Revelstoke this year. For those who are able to leave Friday we will meet in the Sandman Hotel parking lot at 1901 Laforme Blvd in Revelstoke for a photoshoot of the town. We have a block reservation at the Sandman Hotel (phone: 250-837-5271 to make your reservation). Saturday the itinerary … Continue reading May 31: Weekend Away
Find out more »May 15: Gallery Night
It's a time to share what we do with each other and family and friends. Invite them! This will be a social evening of sharing and 'ooooing' and 'ahhhing'. It's also intended to stretch your imagination to framing techniques. Bring your framed photo along with a stand (or person to hold it) so it can be … Continue reading May 15: Gallery Night
Find out more »May 8: Annual General Meeting
Another year in KPAC is coming to an end which means it’s time to review club business and hold elections for the club executive positions. Consider how you might contribute in 2019 - 2020:• Stand for an elected executive position• Organize a day trip or workshop• Help with an event or work on a committee• … Continue reading May 8: Annual General Meeting
Find out more »May 1: Guest Speaker
Ever set up your photos in an event where you hoped to sell your photo? Join us with Ula-Erin Chauvet who will share her Exhibition Tips and Tricks.
Find out more »Apr 24: Showcase – Macro / Micro / Closeup
Come and share your tiny and closeup worlds with us! Please review Showcase Submissions.
Find out more »Apr 17: CAPA Competition – Canada My Country
CAPA 2019 Canada My Country Competition This evening we will be judging photos submitted by our members and determine which ones will be sent on to CAPA for national judging. Looking your best image(s) which symbolizes our unique Canadian identity and the natural beauty of our country. As such, the images should have been taken … Continue reading Apr 17: CAPA Competition – Canada My Country
Find out more »Apr 10: Slideshow
Remember that field trip a couple weeks ago to the Tuskast Icelandic Horse Farm? Well this is your chance to see what it was like. The photos have been arranged in a slide show (courtesy Robert) for our viewing pleasure. Come, sit back, enjoy and be inspired!
Find out more »Apr 3: Field Trip – Landscape Photography
Spring has sprung quickly this year! Now that the ice is gone it's time for a field trip. This week we'll visit some viewpoints in Aberdeen for landscape images. As the sun will set at 7:37pm, this evening will run from 6:00pm to 8:00pm. We'll meet at the CityView Plaza (corner of Hwy 5A and … Continue reading Apr 3: Field Trip – Landscape Photography
Find out more »Mar 27: Showcase – Signs / Graffiti / Murals
We are surrounded by signs, graffiti and murals. What's your favorite? Please review Showcase Submissions.
Find out more »Mar 16 – Saturday: Icelandic Horses
Tuskast Icelandic Horse Farm has kindly opened up their ranch in Merritt to our club for this date only to come and photograph their Icelandic Horses. Bring cameras, bring tripods and anything else you need for a wonderful photographic opportunity. Don't forget to dress warm as we may encounter snow.... We will meet at Petro-Canada … Continue reading Mar 16 – Saturday: Icelandic Horses
Find out more »Mar 13: CAPA Competition – Portrait
CAPA 2019 Portrait Competition This evening we will be judging photos submitted by our members and determine which ones will be sent on to CAPA for national judging. The object of the portrait is to capture the person’s personality and mood as the focal point or as a component of moment in time. The image … Continue reading Mar 13: CAPA Competition – Portrait
Find out more »Mar 6: International Day for Women
New York City: 2010, the United Nations held their annual international conference where consultation on the Status of Women was the focus. 8,000 amazing women attended from every corner of the world. KPAC member, Valerie Rampone was one of them. She had her camera with her and took full photographic advantage of being among the … Continue reading Mar 6: International Day for Women
Find out more »Feb 27: Showcase – Romance
We all have pictures in our mind about what signifies romance. Question is - do you have a photo of it? Please review Showcase Submissions before submitting. Photo by Barb Klie
Find out more »Feb 20: Portraits – What You Need to Get Started
If you've ever wanted to try your hand at portrait photography but thought the equipment was too complex and expensive - this evening is for you. Wyanne is a graphic designer and artist who has incorporated her own portrait photography into her work. She will talk about essential equipment, and what kind of cost you … Continue reading Feb 20: Portraits – What You Need to Get Started
Find out more »Feb 13: CAPA Competition – Open Theme
CAPA 2019 Open Theme Competition This evening we will be judging photos submitted by our members and determine which ones will be sent on to CAPA for national judging. The scope of this competition includes abstract, landscape, low light, macro, nature, portrait, still-life, wildlife etc… For more details click on the following link: CAPA Competition … Continue reading Feb 13: CAPA Competition – Open Theme
Find out more »Feb 06: Nature Backgrounder with Norm Dougan
Award winning Nature Photographer Norm Dougan will screen his nationally and internationally acclaimed photos tonight. In this special presentation Norm will discuss choosing backgrounds, capturing motion and tips on post processing your nature images for optimum impact and picture quality. Come marvel at Norm's Gold Medal owls, Silver placing bears, ribbon scoring landscapes and more. … Continue reading Feb 06: Nature Backgrounder with Norm Dougan
Find out more »Jan 30: Showcase – Whimsical
And what captures whimsical for you? Photo by Valerie Rampone
Find out more »Jan 23: Iceland
Dr. Blake Farren is an amazingly accomplished individual. Between working as an ER doctor and a Search and Rescue pilot he has found the time to become an excellent photographer as well! In the Fall of 2018, Dr. Farren went on a trip to Iceland and his incredible photography will be the focus of this … Continue reading Jan 23: Iceland
Find out more »Jan 17: CAPA Competition – Monochrome
Note: We are meeting on Thursday, Jan 17th as there are no rooms available on Wednesday. CAPA 2019 Monochrome CompetitionThis evening we will be judging photos submitted by our members and determine which ones will be sent on to CAPA for national judging. There are 5 different themes for this competition:1. Human Individual/Groups (street photography … Continue reading Jan 17: CAPA Competition – Monochrome
Find out more »Jan 09: Guest Speaker – Filters
Demetra Koutsopodiotis-Gauthier will be joining us to talk about filters - why to use them, when to use them, and how to have fun with them! Join us and bring along your curiosity and your questions!
Find out more »Dec 16: PARTY TIME!
Hard to believe Christmas is here again! We'll get together for our usual potluck celebration at the Heritage House in Riverside Park. We're working out the details for the evening but it will be fun! Look forward to seeing you there!
Find out more »Dec 12: PHOTO GALLERY NIGHT
It's a time to share what we do with each other and family and friends. Invite them! This will be a social evening of sharing and 'ooooing' and 'ahhhing'. It's also intended to stretch your imagination to framing techniques. Bring your framed photo along with a stand (or person to hold it) so it can be … Continue reading Dec 12: PHOTO GALLERY NIGHT
Find out more »Dec 5: France Explored
Join us on our armchair trip to France with Henry Schnell, our member from Salmon Arm. Henry lived in France for 8 years. He will share photos of not only the tourist hot spots but those hidden gems that only locals know about!
Find out more »Nov 28: SHOWCASE – Our Natural World
M van Swieten - Diana Rose We are fortunate to live where we do for a lot of reasons. One is the phenomenal interactions we have with nature everyday. What do you like best about nature? Animals, birds, plants, geology? Share your favourite nature shot with us.
Find out more »Nov 21: Guest Speaker
Ever set up your photos in an event where you hoped to sell your photo? Join us with Ula-Erin Chauvet who will share her Exhibition Tips and Tricks.
Find out more »NOV 14: Photo Critique
Photography is a visual communication language and photographers submit photos in the spirit of sharing and fellowship. Evaluating someone else’s photography is a privilege and an honour not to be taken lightly. Tonight we will discuss and practice "critiquing" photos.
Find out more »Nov 7: Photoshop
Tonight we'll start a teaching series on Photoshop. We'll talk about other postprocessing programs out there and we'll have someone demo how photoshop actually works. See you there!
Find out more »Oct 31: SHOWCASE – Antiques
Antique: Defined as a collectible object that has value because of its considerable age. Yes I know we have a number of members who are valuable and of "considerable age" but remember - we can't collect them -- or can we?
Find out more »Oct 17: Canadian Association of Photographic Art
We have a new Competitions Director! Join us in welcoming Wyanne Chase to this position. Competition choices will be suggested and discussed. In addition we will view winning photos of past CAPA competitions.
Find out more »Oct 10: Photo Critique
One of our members favorite! Bring a printed photo with a minimum size of 5×7. We will try out a new method of critiquing that will provide focus and allow the photographers to walk away with a written evaluation. Everyone will have an opportunity to bring a photo and provide a critique. See you there!
Find out more »Oct 3: Night Shoot
Hopefully our photographer eagle eyes will find something to see and capture it! Bring warm clothes, good shoes and your camera gear. Hopefully it will be a relatively clear night! We will meet at the Henry Grube Center as usual and then head out after announcements. It is an expectation that you will partner up … Continue reading Oct 3: Night Shoot
Find out more »Sep 26: Italy/Sicily Before Your Eyes
Ever been to Italy or Sicily? George Wycherly was fortunate in being able to visit both places this year and will regale us with his photos and stories. Join us in an armchair tourist exploration of one of the most storied countries in the world!
Find out more »Sep 23: Sunday Field Trip
Did you know that Kamloops has over 25 murals? New ones seem to be added every year. The plan is to take a stroll around town along the Alley Art Mural Walking tour and take pictures of pictures! Bring your cameras, tripods and be prepared to buddy up. We'll meet at 2:00pm at Kamloops Library Square. … Continue reading Sep 23: Sunday Field Trip
Find out more »Sep 19: Instagram It!
Ever wanted to post your photos on Instagram but are unsure about the how to and possible security dangers of using this app? Caroline Dick, our new Membership Director, will show us how to post, discuss security features as well as caveats of using Instagram. To gain the most from this instructional session, download the … Continue reading Sep 19: Instagram It!
Find out more »Sep 12: SHOWCASE – Favorite Summer Photo
WELCOME BACK! And what were you up to this summer? What was your favorite adventure? Share your photos and stories with us on the first meeting back from summer holidays. We'll even provide some goodies and beverages, so we can socialize and get caught up with each other's news! See you there!
Find out more »Aug 19 – KPAC Summer BBQ
*** ATTENTION *** UPDATE - Aug 18th. 8:40am Hello KPAC and Friends, Due to the smokey skies the barbeque is cancelled until further notice. Possibly sometime in September we may decide to have it. We can talk about it at the first meeting in September. Until then breathe easy and stay safe. Angelina, Social … Continue reading Aug 19 – KPAC Summer BBQ
Find out more »Jun 8, 9 and 10 – Farwell Canyon Getaway
Farwell Canyon is best known for the Chilcotin River, hoodoos and Big Horn Sheep. You can also find sand dunes (largest in BC) and pictographs. The Canyon is located about an hour southwest of Williams Lake. We will be finding some side stops to and from Farwell Canyon to make the road trip more interesting. … Continue reading Jun 8, 9 and 10 – Farwell Canyon Getaway
Find out more »May 30 – Showcase: Bridges
Man made or natural, bridges exist everywhere. Share your favorite photo of one with us tonight. **Please review Showcase Submissions before submitting images. **
Find out more »May 23 – ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING
Our Annual General Meeting is fast approaching. Please make plans to be there on Wednesday, May 23rd. This is your opportunity to have some input into shaping the club's future. Please refer to the new KPAC Executive page to learn more about the various executive roles and consider how you might be able to participate … Continue reading May 23 – ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING
Find out more »May 16 – CAPA Contests in Review
Courtesy Rick Jubinville We'll take this opportunity to view the photos we submitted to CAPA competitions for 2017-18 (thanks to Brian Mitchell) and check out the winning photos as well. CAPA has published the list of competitions being offered for next year. Let's see what challenges we might want to take on.
Find out more »May 9 – India: Wild, Wondrous and Chaotic!
Derek Simpkins is an accomplished photographer from Vancouver. His interest in serious photography began when he opened his Gallery of Tribal Art on Granville Street. Using his camera to capture the work of many well known aboriginal artists, he eventually saw his camera as an artistic tool for his own creative desires.Derek furthered his photographic … Continue reading May 9 – India: Wild, Wondrous and Chaotic!
Find out more »May 2 – Extra Special Awards Night
What makes tonight’s program extra special besides celebrating our Bronze and Silver medalists is the official donation of ‘A Day in the Life of Kamloops (1985)’ to the Kamloops Museum and Archives. Archivist Jaimie Fedorak will be on hand to accept both the original kodachrome slide material and a scanned (Greg) and digitized (Bill) version … Continue reading May 2 – Extra Special Awards Night
Find out more »Apr 25 – Showcase: Bicycles
Bicycles have changed quite drastically and are used quite differently today than they did 100 years ago. See what catches your fancy and share it with us! Please note that since we usually have better turnouts for our Showcase evenings we will be taking a group photo tonight. Bring your smiles!
Find out more »Apr 18 – BC Winter Games and A Point of View
BC Winter Games - What worked well and what challenges presented themselves. Mary Putnam (photographer organizer for the games) and our members will share photos and comments. A point of view: 400 block Victoria Street. What captured your eye? Rick Jubinville will share the photos from the Victoria Street evening field trip.
Find out more »Apr 11 – Portrait Photography Part II
Ross Outerbridge, CPA and Proud Member of the Professional Photographers of Canada, owner of Outerbridge Photography has rescheduled his February presentation with us for this evening. This is an apply-what-you-learned from last week's portrait photo presentation. There will be three set ups for the members to use and practice: • One setup with studio lights … Continue reading Apr 11 – Portrait Photography Part II
Find out more »Apr 04 – Portrait Photography Part I
Ross Outerbridge, CPA and Proud Member of the Professional Photographers of Canada owner of Outerbridge Photography has rescheduled his February presentation with us for this evening. His agenda for this evening includes: • Introduction to portrait lighting • Lighting patterns and ratios and exposure measurements. • Short vs. broad light, high key vs low key … Continue reading Apr 04 – Portrait Photography Part I
Find out more »Mar 28 – Showcase: Portraits
Remember all that information we soaked up at the beginning of February when Ross Outerbridge taught us about taking portraits? Here's your opportunity to show what you learned. Or what you already knew. Please review Showcase Submissions before submitting images.
Find out more »Mar 21 – Field Trip
BRING YOUR CAMERA GEAR! NOTE THE START TIME FOR THIS EVENING IS 6:30pm DOWNTOWN! We'll be meeting at the corner of Victoria and 5th in front of the Library/Art Gallery building at 6:30pm. The plan is to shoot the 400 block Victoria to see how many different "lens" views we can gather. The 6:30 start … Continue reading Mar 21 – Field Trip
Find out more »Mar 19 – CAPA Competition: Spring Open Theme
Images are due at midnight tonight for the CAPA (Canadian Association for Photographic Art) competition entitled Spring Open Theme. The CAPA deadline is Mar 31. Submit your images to: competitions@kamloopsphotoarts.ca For information regarding submissions requirements go to: Competition Submissions Scope of Competition: Open Theme - can include; abstract, landscape, low light, macro, nature, portrait, still life, wildlife … Continue reading Mar 19 – CAPA Competition: Spring Open Theme
Find out more »Mar 14 – Bring your Camera!
Tonight Al Fedorak will show us how to best capture an image of that item you want to sell so you can place a picture of the item on-line and be confident it will be out of your house soon! This will includes a post processing demonstration. Bring your camera so you can practice and … Continue reading Mar 14 – Bring your Camera!
Find out more »Mar 7 – Composition: Linda McCrae
Linda has shown (and sold) her photographic art and has received several awards including an Award of Excellence in Photography from Muskoka Arts and Crafts (Ontario), and an Honourable Mention from the Kamloops Art Council. In Kamloops, she was proud to be one of the featured artists in three annual Kamloops Timeraiser events, an event … Continue reading Mar 7 – Composition: Linda McCrae
Find out more »Feb 28 – Showcase: MUSIC
And just how do you capture an audio experience and express it in a visual experience? Be creative and do your best! Note: If you wish to have your images included in our website Showcase Galleries please take a minute to review and follow the file naming conventions shown here: Showcase Submissions.
Find out more »Feb 20 – PRINT NIGHT IS ON!
NOTE THE DATE CHANGE! There are no rooms available at the Henry Grube Center on Wednesday so the date has been moved to TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 20, 2018. GIVE US YOUR BEST PRINT! We invite all KPAC members who would like to exhibit their own photographic art work to bring their framed pictures. Please bring pictures … Continue reading Feb 20 – PRINT NIGHT IS ON!
Find out more »Feb 14 – Valentine’s Day Scavenger Hunt
Our original agenda for this evening was Portrait Photography: Part II presented by Ross Outerbridge. Unfortunately, he has been called away and will be unable to present this evening. We hope to have him join us later this year - possibly in April. Tonight we’ve scheduled a Valentine’s Day Scavenger Hunt (indoors) so bring your … Continue reading Feb 14 – Valentine’s Day Scavenger Hunt
Find out more »Feb 7 – Calendars and Botany
Our original agenda for this evening was Portrait Photography: Part I presented by Ross Outerbridge. Unfortunately, he has been called away and will be unable to present this evening. We hope to have him join us later this year - possibly in April. Director-at-Large, Dave Snider specializes in scenery and floral photography. In fact … Continue reading Feb 7 – Calendars and Botany
Find out more »Jan 31 – Showcase: Ice
ICE: In a glass, on a tree, in a river or as you like it.... Just not in my way! Note: If you wish to have your images included in our website Showcase Galleries please take a minute to review and follow the file naming conventions shown here: Showcase Submissions.
Find out more »Jan 24 – CAPA Competition: Black and White
This evening we will choose images to be sent onto CAPA (Canadian Association for Photographic Art) for the Black and White competition. Submission Deadline is Monday, January 22, 2018. Scope of Competition: Black and White photography is where the image produced has a single hue rather than recording the colours. This includes all forms of … Continue reading Jan 24 – CAPA Competition: Black and White
Find out more »Jan 17 – Field Trip Choice
Alas there is no room for us at Henry Grube Center tonight. The building is being reserved for school business. HOWEVER... That gives us an opportunity for a field trip! We have 2 planned - you can choose which adventure you're up for. Bryan Hunt and Dave Snider are headed off to Wells Gray Park … Continue reading Jan 17 – Field Trip Choice
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