Pictures from my recent June workshop in Abruzzo can now be seen here [link] abruzzo june 2009 There are also pictures from the damages caused by the earth quake with the epicenter close to L'Aquila. L'Aquila was the location for the recent G8 meeting. I have a new workshop in the same area in October from 22-26th. Please find the desciption here [link] workshop abruzzo october 22 26 2009. There are still a few seats available. It is a fantastic place for photography and it is intended that the group of participants is international. The workshop is intended for the serious amateur and the workshop covers a range of topics from artistic to technical aspects of landscape photography. Med venlig hilsen/With Kind Regards, Hans Kruse www.hanskrusephotography.com, www.hanskruse.com

www.mariopignotti.com My site is dedicated to all those who love photography To all those who love above all lingering over a photo Intended as an expressive form of thought I try to see inside a person or landscape and understand its soul and feelings, I don't know if I'm successful but I try my best. I'll let you be the judge, and thank you for having logged on to my site.

Hi - I'm trying to remember the name of a photographer who did some work years ago that I loved. I think the work was probably in the 70's. They were beautiful color photos of trees - exquisitely subtle and detailed. If I remember right, he was working in color when only a minority of "serious" photographers were doing so. George Tice keeps coming to mind, but I think I must have him confused because he seems to have done mostly gritty urban stuff in B/W. The name Elliot is also rattling around in my brain, but haven't found that match either. If anyone has any idea who I might be thinking of, could you throw out some names? Thanks! Michael

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Hi, Can anyone recommend a portable camera bean bag support that takes the place of a tripod in a pinch? I'd like to use it with an SLR. Thanks!

My department at Rochester (NY) Institute of Technology produced several postcards that may be of interest to photography and/or imaging technology instructors anywhere. These postcards have a "technical" orientation rather than an artistic one and may lend themselves to being jumping off points for discussion of relevant technology and physical principles involved. They are free. Information at: [link] Actually they might be of interest to anyone connected with photography! ... until supply lasts! Andrew Davidhazy, Professor Imaging and Photographic Technology School of Photo Arts and Sciences/RIT 70 Lomb memorial DriveRochester, NY 14623 web: [link]

Atlanta Photographer Michael Reese to facilitate the 2008 Taller Portobelo Norte Black Christ Festival Photography Workshop in Portobelo, Panama. Noteworthy Atlanta Photographer Michael Reese will travel to Portobelo, Panama this October with a group of emerging and professional photographers as part of the 2008 Taller Portobelo Norte Black Christ Festival Photography Workshop. Through lectures, assignments, a community based Photo Documentary project and critiques, Reese will lead participants through a photographic exploration of the transformative power of religious fervor, exposing them to new insights, skills and inspirations along the way. Participants will have the opportunity to interact with local Black Christ devotees through the Photo Booth Project - a interactive photographic experience that will culminate in a curated photo book documenting the Black Christ Festival experience. The Black Christ Festival Photography Workshop is ideal for artists interested in religion, Latin America and the African Diaspora. Photographers and artists won't fail to be stimulated by the abundance of stunning visual imagery, overwhelming emotion and electrifying energy of the festival. Taller Portobelo Norte is accepting applications for the international workshop online through it's website www.tallerportobelonorte.com. For more information on Michael Reese, please visit www.michaelreesephotography.com. Taller Portobelo Norte (Portobelo Workshop North in Spanish) is a collective of emerging and established artists and artist/scholars that seeks to encourage critical dialogues around the art and culture(s) of the African Diaspora, create a cross-cultural, intergenerational, multidisciplinary exchange of ideas and inspirations among artists, and create a supportive space for experimental and non-traditional artists, writers, and scholars to experience communal intellectual stimulation as well as quiet contemplation. Contact: Ms. Oronike Odeleye Taller Portobelo Norte 256 Walker St Suite CAtlanta, GA 30313 Phone: 404-685-9190 www.tallerportobelonorte.com

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This months competition is 'People'. 5 entries for $5.00 and $1 entries after that. 1st Prize is $1000.00 AUD, 2nd place is $500.00 AUD and 3rd Place is $300.00 AUD. All winners go into the draw for a major yearly prize. Get free entries for every person you refer that enters the competition. Great member opportunities. Members get there own webspace, save credits to enter photos into other competitions during the year. Comment on other peoples photos. www.photocomp.com.au This months competition closes 31st Jan 2008 Efraim Silver Photocomp Team

Call for all entries.. This months competition is Landscapes. Australia's Premier online photography competition website offering monthly competitions, great cash prizes, member benefits, rate and comment on other photos, your own webspace. [link] Get your FREE ENTRY! Don't miss out. Click here for more information. All entries go into a draw to win prizes each month. Last months competition winners were; 1st Winner - Good bye father by Arup Ghosh (India) Arup Ghosh uses the Classic golden rule of composition (2/3 sky to 1/3 land) to invoke intense emotion. The lone figure of a child against a dramatic and imposing sky. The child is farewelling family as they head out to what appears to the child as an overwhelming quest against the elements. 2nd Winner - Fishing by Khaing Myat Tun (Myanmar) A meticulously composed image, Khaing Myat obviously spent some time and thought creating this almost graphic style image. 3rd Winner - Maori Cliffs by Don Featherstone (Australia) Don Featherstone uses his photographic pallet to great effect. The soft light, the richness of colour convey the majesty of these timeless cliffs.

I'm in the market for a good versatile 200-300 mm lens for a Canon XTi. Any recommendations on the canon lens vs the Sigma's. I would like to keep it under $500.00. TIA

Hallo everyone I'm a newbie in taking pictures and willing to learn about it. Please take a look at my photos and tell me your opinion. You can find them here: [link] [link] [link] [link] [link] [link] [link] [link] These are my first ones and I posted them here to be easy to access. They were taken with one of my friends camera. I' m looking forward to your suggestions.

Hi Guys, We are running a little photo competition and would like some experienced photographers to have a look and vote and maybe leave a few constructive comments. [link]/ Thanks Mike