Just got this in my mail box today, looks like drkrm will be hosting a evening with Jack Laxter this upcoming Thursday from 7-10 pm.
Plus, here's a link to an interview with curator Alan Leib as done by 89.3 KPCC's Alex Cohen.
Monday, August 31, 2009
Ultra-Angeles: Kodachrome in 3-D Photographer Jack Laxer in Person (9/3)
Just got this in my mail box today, looks like drkrm will be hosting a evening with Jack Laxter this upcoming Thursday from 7-10 pm.
Plus, here's a link to an interview with curator Alan Leib as done by 89.3 KPCC's Alex Cohen.
Monday
+ Nikon on Snow Leopard : "....until compatibility is announced we suggest not upgrading critical systems as we cannot guarantee operation."
+ Photo Business News & Forum : "Getty Images Splitting Sales With Celebrity Subjects on the "DL"
+ Photography Blog : "New Leica Cameras on September 9th"
+ Lens Culture : "Robert Frank's Elevator Girl, 50 Years Later"
+ MediaBistro - Fishbowl LA : "Chapter 11 For Owner Of The OC Register"
+ Photocritic Int'l : "George Slade on Polaroid"
+ Photo Business News & Forum : "Getty Images Splitting Sales With Celebrity Subjects on the "DL"
+ Photography Blog : "New Leica Cameras on September 9th"
+ Lens Culture : "Robert Frank's Elevator Girl, 50 Years Later"
+ MediaBistro - Fishbowl LA : "Chapter 11 For Owner Of The OC Register"
+ Photocritic Int'l : "George Slade on Polaroid"
PIX CLICKS "Herman Leonard @ Reserve" (8/29)
Reserve presents a solo exhibition for legendary jazz photographer, Herman Leonard. Reserve will unveil a collection of Mr. Leonard’s award winning jazz photography covering his expansive career from 1947 to the present. Featured prints will include his works of Miles Davis, Ella Fitzgerald, Frank Sinatra and Chet Baker.
Reserve
420 N. Fairfax
Los Angeles CA 90036
Aug 29th 8 - 11 pm
All photos taken by Jordan Lancer. Check out the rest of the set here.
Saturday, August 29, 2009
Southland Wildfire
There's some great images over on the LAT site on the Southland wildfires. I try putting myself in the photographer's shoes and I don't think I could do it. Dragging my gear through the hills, breathing that air, feeling the heat...oh, and to mention I'm not an outdoor person at all. Anyways, check over at LA Times slideshow. Los Angeles Times photographers Al Seib, Wally Skalij, Don Bartletti, Mark Boster, Alex Gallardo , Bob Chamberlin, Christine Cotter, Francine Orr, and Irfan Khan
Friday, August 28, 2009
The Photography of Herman Leonard (8/29)
Reserve presents a solo exhibition for legendary jazz photographer, Herman Leonard. Reserve will unveil a collection of Mr. Leonard’s award winning jazz photography covering his expansive career from 1947 to the present. Featured prints will include his works of Miles Davis, Ella Fitzgerald, Frank Sinatra and Chet Baker.
Reserve
420 N. Fairfax
Los Angeles CA 90036
Aug 29th 8 - 11 pm
Thursday, August 27, 2009
Blurb Meet-up @ Santa Monica (Sept 10)
Okay, I've mention Blurb earlier this year and I've never really seen a book in person but looks like Blurb is making a stop here in Los Angeles at Santa Monica on Sept 10 6-9 pm ! I've already registered - don't worry, it is free. Just RSVP here.
From link :
We've been around for far too long to have never hosted a meet-up in LA. Well, that's all changing. We love LA, and we want to party with you. Join us at World Cafe on Main Street in Santa Monica on Thursday, September 10 from 6-9pm. Come kick it with some LA-based photographers, BlurbNation designers, and special VIP guests. We'll even have a few of this year's Photography.Book.Now honorees in the house (you don't know who they are yet because it's still a secret).
We'll have food and drinks, plenty of Blurb books to check out, some giveaways and schwag, and some real live Blurb people to field your questions and check out your books.
This could be our best meet-up yet - hope you can make it!
World Cafe
2820 Main Street
Santa Monica, CA 90405
Events this Weekend (Aug 27-30)
(I'll be updating this through the next few days if I find any new info)
+UPDATE : Old Town Monrovia Art Walk & Film Night 6-10 pm (second last entry on Saturday)
+UPDATE 2 : LA Times has a post on the Malibu Contemporary Art Fair.
+UPDATE 3 : The Photography of Herman Leonard @ Reserve 8-11 pm (last entry on Saturday)
:: THURSDAY ::
+ Santa Monica College's Emeritus Gallery is hosting the opening reception for John Montich "Photographs: 1989-2009" The reception is from 5- 6:30 pm Also on Sept 14th, John will be present a slide lecture on Sept 14 3:30 rm #107 at Emeritus. The address is 1227 Second Street Santa Monica, CA 90401. Exhibition runs till Oct. 9th LINK
+ Matt Black "Hard Times" @ IRIS Nights at Annenberg Space for Photography at 6:30 - 8 pm. Matt is a documentary photographer who will talk of his approach to photography and showing his series on the impact of drought and recession in rural California. Check his website here. By the way, it is already fully booked but there is a stand-by line. I doubt you would have much trouble getting in. At the Dan Winters talk, I believe all the standbys got in. They start letting stand-bys at 6:15 pm.
+ Okay, if those two don't interest you, then how about a party courtesy of Smashbox ? They're throwing their Industry Soiree #6 over at the Skybar @ Mondrian Hotel. Complimentary sponsored cocktails from 7-9 pm and the event goes on till 11 pm. Always a party as I usually see photographers, assistants, and other industry folks. You'll need to RSVP : VIP@SmashboxStudios.com to get on the list. Maybe Kori will sing again ?
:: FRIDAY ::
+ This Friday, the authors of the new photo book "Southern California Eats", John Eng & Adriene Biondo will be signing their newly released paperback edition at various spots around SoCal. First stop, La Luz de Jesus this Friday from 6 - 8 pm, Saturday @ Buns N Burgers Coffee Shop (1000 E. Main St Alhambra, CA 91801) 8 am - 10 am and finally on Sunday, Bob's Big Boy Boiler (7447 Firestone Blvd Downey, CA 90241) from 2 pm-3 pm.
+ First Malibu Annual Contemporary Fair @ Malibu Country Mart 3835 Cross Creek Rd. Malibu, CA 90265. Friday 7-10 pm, Sat 12-8 pm, Sun 12-6 pm.
Seven Los Angeles-based contemporary art galleries spread their wings and cruise with the Malibu seagulls for the inaugural edition of a three-day art fair highlighting LA. Buzz galleries China Art Objects, Chung King Project, Circus Gallery, The Company, Eighth Veil, Parker Jones, and *sister will be participating, showing the work of more than 40 national and international artists. Ditching the trade-fair convention center booth-maze vibe in favor of a return to the quirkier days of hotel fairs, the galleries occupy classrooms and other curious spaces at the former high school, Malibu Country Mart. As an added bonus, the fair includes specially-made site-responsive works, performances, and video installations. – Alexx Shaw
:: SATURDAY ::
+ Leica "On Assignment in Downtown L.A" seminar. So looks like Leica is sponsoring this workshop held by Perfect Exposure Gallery on Saturday from 7 am to 4:30 pm. Richard S. Chow is one of the co-leads on this seminar and for info, call him at 818-363-3576. Registration form here. It's past the deadline but call him to see if there's still space. Cost is $225.
The seminar is designed to guide individuals to take photos on location, and adjusting to the constraints of the environment and time. You will have the opportunity to photograph the people and architecture of Downtown L.A. On Assignment in Downtown L.A. is a fast pace seminar that will take us to various locations during the course of the day via Metro. Work will be Edited, Reviewed and Share during the class meeting. Rain or Shine.
+ Image Mechanics, Redrock Micro and the LA Film School present "Collision Conference", a 2-day seminar on Video Capture for Stills (VCS) and DSLR Film making. You'll get a chance to hear from Vincent Laforet (you remember this don'tcha ?) and Terminator Salvation DP Shane Hurlbut (you remember this too ?). You'll get a chance to see the 5D MK II and RED One camera in action. $400 for both days / $250 each day / $25 for exhibit hall pass. If you are APA member, you get $50 off the two day price - contact APA/LA 323-933-1631 for details.
+ Los Angeles Printers Fair runs today from 8 am to 4 pm at The International Printing Museum 315 Torrance Blvd, Carson, California. I figured this might be an interest to some photographers here. Printers, artists, graphic designers, type and book lovers, students and professionals are all invited to come.
+ Dreaming Awake : Photographs by Stefanie Schneider @ Malibu Market and Design 25001 Pacific Coast Highway. Malibu, CA 90265. Reception is from 5 pm to 11 pm. Stefanie uses expired Polaroids in creating her work. Check out her site to see more.
+ intersecting viewpoints, a convergence of imagery : a group show. Artists includes : patrick hoelck / geoff moore / steffanie walk / jennifer grant / steven perilloux / rome apple shadanloo / christine reinsch / boyd / ramon f /sheila rosa / irene woticky. 7-11 pm @ Fluxco 2042 Bay Street, Los Angeles CA 90021 in Downtown LA. Hey, I see Steven Perilloux's listed ! Steven used to work at PIX in the 90s and went on to assist Terry Richardson in the 00s. I know he's has some work published in foreign fashion mags. Haven't seen him around for a while....might just drop by and check this one out.
+ Over in Old Town Monrovia, they're doing their Art Walk and free Movie Night ! 6-10 pm. Movie starts at 8 pm, The Neverending Story at 100 block of East Colorado Avenue. The Art Walk will be at 400-600 blocks of Myrtle Avenue. INFO
+ The Photography of Herman Leonard @ Reserve 420 N. Fairfax Los Angeles CA 90036 8 - 11 pm
:: SUNDAY ::
+ Hanson Fong : The Lost Art of Posing & Lighting @ Sheraton Cerritos Hotel at Towne Center, Cerritos, CA 9 am - 8 pm.
+ Panel Discussion: Art of Today @ Brand Library Art Galleries 1601 W. Mountain Street, Glendale CA 1-3 pm.
Featuring famed southern California artists. Kim Abeles, Jim Morphesis, Franklyn Liegel, Katherine Chang Liu, Gerald Brommer and La Monte Westmoreland will comprise the panel. Bonese Collins Turner will be the moderator. The panel will discuss the current art scene, the art economy, how to survive in the art world, how to get started as an artist, etc. The panelists are professional artists, teachers and jurors of art competitions. Several of them have also juried the annual works on paper exhibition held at Brand Library and organized by the Associates of Brand Library.
+UPDATE : Old Town Monrovia Art Walk & Film Night 6-10 pm (second last entry on Saturday)
+UPDATE 2 : LA Times has a post on the Malibu Contemporary Art Fair.
+UPDATE 3 : The Photography of Herman Leonard @ Reserve 8-11 pm (last entry on Saturday)
:: THURSDAY ::
+ Santa Monica College's Emeritus Gallery is hosting the opening reception for John Montich "Photographs: 1989-2009" The reception is from 5- 6:30 pm Also on Sept 14th, John will be present a slide lecture on Sept 14 3:30 rm #107 at Emeritus. The address is 1227 Second Street Santa Monica, CA 90401. Exhibition runs till Oct. 9th LINK
+ Matt Black "Hard Times" @ IRIS Nights at Annenberg Space for Photography at 6:30 - 8 pm. Matt is a documentary photographer who will talk of his approach to photography and showing his series on the impact of drought and recession in rural California. Check his website here. By the way, it is already fully booked but there is a stand-by line. I doubt you would have much trouble getting in. At the Dan Winters talk, I believe all the standbys got in. They start letting stand-bys at 6:15 pm.
+ Okay, if those two don't interest you, then how about a party courtesy of Smashbox ? They're throwing their Industry Soiree #6 over at the Skybar @ Mondrian Hotel. Complimentary sponsored cocktails from 7-9 pm and the event goes on till 11 pm. Always a party as I usually see photographers, assistants, and other industry folks. You'll need to RSVP : VIP@SmashboxStudios.com to get on the list. Maybe Kori will sing again ?
:: FRIDAY ::
+ This Friday, the authors of the new photo book "Southern California Eats", John Eng & Adriene Biondo will be signing their newly released paperback edition at various spots around SoCal. First stop, La Luz de Jesus this Friday from 6 - 8 pm, Saturday @ Buns N Burgers Coffee Shop (1000 E. Main St Alhambra, CA 91801) 8 am - 10 am and finally on Sunday, Bob's Big Boy Boiler (7447 Firestone Blvd Downey, CA 90241) from 2 pm-3 pm.
+ First Malibu Annual Contemporary Fair @ Malibu Country Mart 3835 Cross Creek Rd. Malibu, CA 90265. Friday 7-10 pm, Sat 12-8 pm, Sun 12-6 pm.
Seven Los Angeles-based contemporary art galleries spread their wings and cruise with the Malibu seagulls for the inaugural edition of a three-day art fair highlighting LA. Buzz galleries China Art Objects, Chung King Project, Circus Gallery, The Company, Eighth Veil, Parker Jones, and *sister will be participating, showing the work of more than 40 national and international artists. Ditching the trade-fair convention center booth-maze vibe in favor of a return to the quirkier days of hotel fairs, the galleries occupy classrooms and other curious spaces at the former high school, Malibu Country Mart. As an added bonus, the fair includes specially-made site-responsive works, performances, and video installations. – Alexx Shaw
:: SATURDAY ::
+ Leica "On Assignment in Downtown L.A" seminar. So looks like Leica is sponsoring this workshop held by Perfect Exposure Gallery on Saturday from 7 am to 4:30 pm. Richard S. Chow is one of the co-leads on this seminar and for info, call him at 818-363-3576. Registration form here. It's past the deadline but call him to see if there's still space. Cost is $225.
The seminar is designed to guide individuals to take photos on location, and adjusting to the constraints of the environment and time. You will have the opportunity to photograph the people and architecture of Downtown L.A. On Assignment in Downtown L.A. is a fast pace seminar that will take us to various locations during the course of the day via Metro. Work will be Edited, Reviewed and Share during the class meeting. Rain or Shine.
+ Image Mechanics, Redrock Micro and the LA Film School present "Collision Conference", a 2-day seminar on Video Capture for Stills (VCS) and DSLR Film making. You'll get a chance to hear from Vincent Laforet (you remember this don'tcha ?) and Terminator Salvation DP Shane Hurlbut (you remember this too ?). You'll get a chance to see the 5D MK II and RED One camera in action. $400 for both days / $250 each day / $25 for exhibit hall pass. If you are APA member, you get $50 off the two day price - contact APA/LA 323-933-1631 for details.
+ Los Angeles Printers Fair runs today from 8 am to 4 pm at The International Printing Museum 315 Torrance Blvd, Carson, California. I figured this might be an interest to some photographers here. Printers, artists, graphic designers, type and book lovers, students and professionals are all invited to come.
+ Dreaming Awake : Photographs by Stefanie Schneider @ Malibu Market and Design 25001 Pacific Coast Highway. Malibu, CA 90265. Reception is from 5 pm to 11 pm. Stefanie uses expired Polaroids in creating her work. Check out her site to see more.
+ intersecting viewpoints, a convergence of imagery : a group show. Artists includes : patrick hoelck / geoff moore / steffanie walk / jennifer grant / steven perilloux / rome apple shadanloo / christine reinsch / boyd / ramon f /sheila rosa / irene woticky. 7-11 pm @ Fluxco 2042 Bay Street, Los Angeles CA 90021 in Downtown LA. Hey, I see Steven Perilloux's listed ! Steven used to work at PIX in the 90s and went on to assist Terry Richardson in the 00s. I know he's has some work published in foreign fashion mags. Haven't seen him around for a while....might just drop by and check this one out.
+ Over in Old Town Monrovia, they're doing their Art Walk and free Movie Night ! 6-10 pm. Movie starts at 8 pm, The Neverending Story at 100 block of East Colorado Avenue. The Art Walk will be at 400-600 blocks of Myrtle Avenue. INFO
+ The Photography of Herman Leonard @ Reserve 420 N. Fairfax Los Angeles CA 90036 8 - 11 pm
:: SUNDAY ::
+ Hanson Fong : The Lost Art of Posing & Lighting @ Sheraton Cerritos Hotel at Towne Center, Cerritos, CA 9 am - 8 pm.
+ Panel Discussion: Art of Today @ Brand Library Art Galleries 1601 W. Mountain Street, Glendale CA 1-3 pm.
Featuring famed southern California artists. Kim Abeles, Jim Morphesis, Franklyn Liegel, Katherine Chang Liu, Gerald Brommer and La Monte Westmoreland will comprise the panel. Bonese Collins Turner will be the moderator. The panel will discuss the current art scene, the art economy, how to survive in the art world, how to get started as an artist, etc. The panelists are professional artists, teachers and jurors of art competitions. Several of them have also juried the annual works on paper exhibition held at Brand Library and organized by the Associates of Brand Library.
Wednesday, August 26, 2009
Julia Dean- 10% "Back-to-School" Tuition Discount!
So looks like Julia Dean Photo Workshops over in Venice will have selected courses 10% off. When you check the course page, just look for the red "10% Tuition Discount Ends September 2 !!".
Example :
Looks like the offer runs till 9pm, PST, on Wednesday, September 2nd. Some restrictions apply so check out Julia Dean's website for details.
Example :
Looks like the offer runs till 9pm, PST, on Wednesday, September 2nd. Some restrictions apply so check out Julia Dean's website for details.
APA/LA Thursday Events are Free for Members
APA-LA has announced that, for the remainder of 2009, all Thursday night APA-LA events will be offered FREE to APA Members. Dinner, with networking and social time will also be included, and again, FREE to APA Members. Guest and Non-Members are encouraged to attend for a nominal fee.
So there's a new change I noticed - looks like they're adding dinner which hey, if you're out shooting and you're done with your job, you can grab a bite to eat at the APA event and shoot the breeze with other photographers. Honestly, sounds like a good idea.
I should also note that the APA special "Three for Free" will expire on Aug 31st. First timers will get 25% off their membership and renewing members get three extra months. More info here. (Link also has listing of future Thursday events)
List of PIX CHATs
Here's a list of folks we've interview over the past year...
Christy Rogers (photographer)
Bonnie Diadhiou (Head of ICON's Fine Art Dept)
Jeremy Wilkins (Digital Retoucher, Danklife Photo Retouching)
Shane O'Donnell (photographer)
Christine Caldwell (Manager, Translight Photography Center)
Mathieu Young (photographer)
Edward Duarte (photographer)
Christy Rogers (photographer)
Bonnie Diadhiou (Head of ICON's Fine Art Dept)
Jeremy Wilkins (Digital Retoucher, Danklife Photo Retouching)
Shane O'Donnell (photographer)
Christine Caldwell (Manager, Translight Photography Center)
Mathieu Young (photographer)
Edward Duarte (photographer)
List of PIX CLICKS
Photos of various events held here around Los Angeles
2/11 Ruven Afanador opening @ Fahey/Klein Gallery
2/10 ASMP/LA "Social Media" @ Bergamot Station
1/14 APA/LA "Secrets of Video Production for Photographers" @ 5th & Sunset
1/9/10 Women Photographers / Polaroid Show / Scott Rhea opening receptions
12/10 Aesthetics 2009-2010 group show @ The Perfect Exposure Gallery
11/28 Mark Edward Harris "The Way of the Japanese Bath" opening @ Kopeikin
11/20 Frank W Ockenfels "Without Filter" Preview @ Clask | Oshin
10/29 Matthew Rolston @ Art Center
9/10 Nick Brandt "A Shadow Falls" opening @ Fahey/Klein
9/3 Heng Qui "Images of America" opening @ Perfect Exposure Gallery
8/29 Leonard Herman opening @ Reserve
8/15 APA/LA - Beauty Retouching Seminar
8/13 IRIS Nights : Dan Winters
7/31 Patrick Hoelck "Polaroid Hotel" opening
7/30 Dan Winters opening @ Fahey/Klein
7/30 Smashbox Industry Soiree #5
6/20 Tracy Park Gallery / Kinkead Contemporary
6/6 Visions / Transforming Photography
5/1 May Day AIDS/LifeCycle Fundraiser @ Smashbox Studios
4/21 Markus Klinko + Indrani ICON opening
4/18 PIX Karaoke
4/7 MOPLA Pacific Design Center openings
4/4 MOPLA opening nite
3/26 Industry Soiree @ Clafoutis
3/21 56th Annual Pro Photo Expo @ Pasadena
3/20 PIX - Circe @ Little Bar
3/17 Andrew Eccles "Ailey Asending" @ Smashbox
3/11 Profoto Assistant Event @ Smashbox
2/28 Translight Photo Center Open House
2/11 Ruven Afanador opening @ Fahey/Klein Gallery
2/10 ASMP/LA "Social Media" @ Bergamot Station
1/14 APA/LA "Secrets of Video Production for Photographers" @ 5th & Sunset
1/9/10 Women Photographers / Polaroid Show / Scott Rhea opening receptions
12/10 Aesthetics 2009-2010 group show @ The Perfect Exposure Gallery
11/28 Mark Edward Harris "The Way of the Japanese Bath" opening @ Kopeikin
11/20 Frank W Ockenfels "Without Filter" Preview @ Clask | Oshin
10/29 Matthew Rolston @ Art Center
9/10 Nick Brandt "A Shadow Falls" opening @ Fahey/Klein
9/3 Heng Qui "Images of America" opening @ Perfect Exposure Gallery
8/29 Leonard Herman opening @ Reserve
8/15 APA/LA - Beauty Retouching Seminar
8/13 IRIS Nights : Dan Winters
7/31 Patrick Hoelck "Polaroid Hotel" opening
7/30 Dan Winters opening @ Fahey/Klein
7/30 Smashbox Industry Soiree #5
6/20 Tracy Park Gallery / Kinkead Contemporary
6/6 Visions / Transforming Photography
5/1 May Day AIDS/LifeCycle Fundraiser @ Smashbox Studios
4/21 Markus Klinko + Indrani ICON opening
4/18 PIX Karaoke
4/7 MOPLA Pacific Design Center openings
4/4 MOPLA opening nite
3/26 Industry Soiree @ Clafoutis
3/21 56th Annual Pro Photo Expo @ Pasadena
3/20 PIX - Circe @ Little Bar
3/17 Andrew Eccles "Ailey Asending" @ Smashbox
3/11 Profoto Assistant Event @ Smashbox
2/28 Translight Photo Center Open House
List of Photography Galleries
Howdy folks,
Here's a list of galleries here in Los Angeles exhibiting photography. Some deal with photos exclusively and others alternate.
ACE
Craig Krull
DNJ
drkrm
Fahey/Klein
Farmani
Guy Hepner Contemporary
Louis Stern Fine Arts
M+B
Marc Selwyn Fine Art
Michael Kohn
Paul Kopeikin
Peter Fetterman
Rose Gallery
Stephen Cohen
Verve
The Perfect Exposure
Enjoy !
eric
Here's a list of galleries here in Los Angeles exhibiting photography. Some deal with photos exclusively and others alternate.
ACE
Craig Krull
DNJ
drkrm
Fahey/Klein
Farmani
Guy Hepner Contemporary
Louis Stern Fine Arts
M+B
Marc Selwyn Fine Art
Michael Kohn
Paul Kopeikin
Peter Fetterman
Rose Gallery
Stephen Cohen
Verve
The Perfect Exposure
Enjoy !
eric
LACMA receives $150k towards Film Program
Hollywood Foreign Press Association and Time Warner Cable, in partnership with Ovation TV, commit $150,000 to keep films rolling while LACMA rebuilds a larger, sustainable long-term program
“Film is one of the greatest cultural resources and an important part of Ovation TV’s programming line-up. We celebrate the art of filmmaking every week on our air. LACMA’s film program is a Los Angeles cultural treasure. It is an inspiration to Angelenos—whether they are aspiring filmmakers or just appreciate the art form. And that is why Ovation TV has partnered with Time Warner Cable to keep the LACMA film program alive.” - Charles Segars, CEO of Ovation TV
Hmm.. that's all ? I thought there'll be more folks out there willing to keep this institution going !
Press Release
Wednesday
+ I admit it, I'm a sucker for time-elapse stuff.. especially Dan Heller's Milky Way done in Idaho.
+ I'm not gonna crack jokes about keeping a plane's length away from other vehicles on the 101 just outside of Santa Barbara.
+
LINKAGE :
+ DSLR Camera Remote 1.1 App Finally Gets Approval From Apple
+ 180-lb. model’s nude photo rocks fashion world
+ New Vibe Names New Editor-in-Chief
+ Claxton Print at the Center of L.A. Court Fight
Tuesday, August 25, 2009
Tiltshift.com "Bride & Groom Posing Workshop" 8/23
DM to us on PIX Twitter :
No matter how photojournalstic your style is, every wedding requires some direction. If you ever struggle to come up with enough poses at your weddings, then this workshop is the solution for you. Henry will demonstrate and teach multiple options for the bride & groom (together and individually). Knowing how to create flattering poses quickly, shows clients that you know what you are doing and gives them confidence that they are in the hands of an expert. You’ll also learn to create poses that look as though they occurred naturally, without direction – giving you control but maintaining that journalistic look.
As always, we’ll have models in full wedding attire. In addition to learning the poses, you’ll get great shots for your book as well.
Takes place at Henry’s Temple City studio (near Pasadena) and nearby outdoor location August 23. 3-7pm. Limited spaces. Registration opens Thursday. $149 (reg $199) with$50 facebook discount. Just join the tiltnshift facebook group.
Check LINK for more details !
No matter how photojournalstic your style is, every wedding requires some direction. If you ever struggle to come up with enough poses at your weddings, then this workshop is the solution for you. Henry will demonstrate and teach multiple options for the bride & groom (together and individually). Knowing how to create flattering poses quickly, shows clients that you know what you are doing and gives them confidence that they are in the hands of an expert. You’ll also learn to create poses that look as though they occurred naturally, without direction – giving you control but maintaining that journalistic look.
As always, we’ll have models in full wedding attire. In addition to learning the poses, you’ll get great shots for your book as well.
Takes place at Henry’s Temple City studio (near Pasadena) and nearby outdoor location August 23. 3-7pm. Limited spaces. Registration opens Thursday. $149 (reg $199) with$50 facebook discount. Just join the tiltnshift facebook group.
Check LINK for more details !
A&I Fine Art Book Making Seminar (Aug 26)
A&I Books Presents, "An Introduction to Book Creator," A&I's FREE book making software.
Come to this FREE seminar and learn how to organize your photographs and design a book using Book Creator.
Be one of the first 30 poeple to RSBP and get a 20% discount on any book. Must attend seminar to receive 20% off book coupon. Not valid with any other offer.
Please RSVP to Events@AandI.com
I know some of y'all out there had mention that y'all hope A&I would do their Fine Art Book Making Seminar which ran a few weeks back. I mention it to someone who worked at A&I during an APA event and I don't know if he told them or more than likely they were probably getting calls or emails about people who couldn't make it but in any case, here's your chance to catch it again !
Wednesday, August 26, 2009 6:30pm - 9:30pm
A&I Hollywood
933 N. Highland Avenue
Hollywood, CA
LINK
John Montich Photographs: 1989-2009 (Aug 27)
The opening reception for "John Montich Photographs: 1989-2009" will be from 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 27 in the Emeritus College Art Gallery, located on the first floor at 1227 Second St. in downtown Santa Monica. Parking is available next door in Santa Monica Public Parking Structure No. 2. Gallery hours are 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday.
In addition, the Long Beach artist will present a slide lecture at 3:30 p.m. Monday, Sept. 14 in Room 107 of Emeritus College. The exhibit will consist of 13 images produced with techniques that include emulsion transfers, silver dye bleach and chromogenic photographic prints.
Montich says that discovering the horizon-less landscape started his fascination with abstraction. The former aerospace engineer says he then started to narrow his vision to the up-close point of view.
"The largest building is described by a small distinctive section," Montich says. "Small pieces of everyday ephemera are described with a minimum of background."
Montich has exhibited his photography in solo and group exhibitions for 20 years. As a nationally recognized fine art photographer, he has his work is in many private and corporate collections across the country.
Exhibitions at the Armand Hammer Museum, Laguna Art Museum, Los Angeles County Museum of Art and the Long Beach Museum of Art have included his photography. A recent solo exhibition at the University of La Verne's Irene Carlson Gallery of Photography surveyed his unique transfer images. Cypress College, El Camino College, Long Beach City College and Porterville College have featured his work. The Best of Photography Annual has published his award-winning images in several editions.
Emeritus College Gallery
Santa Monica College
1227 Second Street,
Santa Monica CA 90405
(310) 434-4306
LINK
Tuesday Random Links
+ Gordon Parks collection has a new home
+ Google Crowdsources Your Location and Speed to Create Real-Time Congestion Maps
+ 15 U.S. states with the fastest broadband Internet speeds
+ Creative Directors with Bad Taste are Cramping my Style
+ www.huhmagazine.co.uk
+ Eight Lessons My College Photography Instructor Never Taught Me
+ Michel Gondry performing & signing at Amoeba Wed Aug 26th 7 pm
+ Richard Ross’s Waiting for the End of the World - collection of bomb shelter photos
+ Google Crowdsources Your Location and Speed to Create Real-Time Congestion Maps
+ 15 U.S. states with the fastest broadband Internet speeds
+ Creative Directors with Bad Taste are Cramping my Style
+ www.huhmagazine.co.uk
+ Eight Lessons My College Photography Instructor Never Taught Me
+ Michel Gondry performing & signing at Amoeba Wed Aug 26th 7 pm
+ Richard Ross’s Waiting for the End of the World - collection of bomb shelter photos
Malibu Annual Contemporary Art Fair (Aug 28-30)
Seven Los Angeles-based contemporary art galleries spread their wings and cruise with the Malibu seagulls for the inaugural edition of a three-day art fair highlighting LA. Buzz galleries China Art Objects, Chung King Project, Circus Gallery, The Company, Eighth Veil, Parker Jones, and *sister will be participating, showing the work of more than 40 national and international artists. Ditching the trade-fair convention center booth-maze vibe in favor of a return to the quirkier days of hotel fairs, the galleries occupy classrooms and other curious spaces at the former high school, Malibu Country Mart. As an added bonus, the fair includes specially-made site-responsive works, performances, and video installations.
– Alexx Shaw
LINK
Monday, August 24, 2009
Monday
+ Los Angeles magazine posted up a slideshow of behind the scenes of a fashion shoot helmed by Hugh Kretschmer done over in West LA. Kretschmer has his images hanging over at the Clark/Oshin Gallery @ The ICON currently until September 14th.
+ Los Angeles is synonymous with the car & fast food culture of America's yesteryears and this Friday, the authors of the new photo book "Southern California Eats", John Eng & Adriene Biondo will be signing their newly released paperback edition at various spots around SoCal. First stop, La Luz de Jesus this Friday from 6 - 8 pm, Saturday @ Buns N Burgers Coffee Shop (1000 E. Main St Alhambra, CA 91801) 8 am - 10 am and finally on Sunday, Bob's Big Boy Boiler (7447 Firestone Blvd Downey, CA 90241) from 2 pm-3 pm.
This beautifully photographed book offers a fresh look at Southern California's roadside eateries. Embark on a road trip to out-of-the-way Route 66 landmarks, futuristic Googie coffee shops, and exotic Polynesian paradises. Part-homage and part-guidebook, this photo essay captures the flavor and character of Southern California's most unique eating establishments. Tour 1920s legends like Hollywood's Formosa Cafe to 1960s jet age icons like the LAX Theme Building. Hungry historians, students and pop culture enthusiasts will appreciate the well-researched text, photography, and personal stories. Architects and photographers will enjoy the full-color, visual experience.
+ By the way, next week at the Annenberg Space for Photography's IRIS nights will be David Hume Kennerly speaking. Get a chance to hear this thoughts from a man who's been on the frontline for the past 40+ years. I'm positive that all seats will be taken for this one so click here to register. This takes place Sept 3rd 6:30-8 pm. Parking is $1 with validation.
+ Keep a disposable camera in your car. My friend recently had his car overturn on the 101 due to one of his tires that blew out. He got out of it pretty well - no broken bones, no serious injuries. The day after he got out of the hospital, he and his mother went to see his car. He took photos of it - with a 35mm camera. Later on he got the report from the insurance company with photos provided by them - showing the tire intact ......YET my friend's own photograph shows the tire shredded ! Later he discovered that brand of tires has had blow-out problems before. Now he has the receipt of the tire purchase and the negative to back him up. It is hard to dispute a tangible evidence as a photographic negative.
:: LINKAGE ::
+ Adobe posts Camera Raw 5.5 release candidate
+ 1500 hours of moving legobricks and take photos of them
+ National Geographic finally opens up its archives
+ Polaroid Collection: Urgent Photographer Alert
Sunday, August 23, 2009
Smashbox Soiree #6 (8/27)
Smashbox Soiree #6 @ Skybar at the Mondrian Hotel 8440 Sunset Blvd. Complimentary sponsored cocktails from 7-9 pm. RSVP : VIP@SmashboxStudios.com
Friday, August 21, 2009
Events this Weekend (August 21-23)
+ I'll be honest, there doesn't seem to be much in photo-related events this weekend and traditionally August is a slow month in general. Although there are other art events, I'm attempting to keep this just photograpahy-related. If you like to see what else is going on this weekend for art, here's a list of links I usually use :
ArtSlant
FlavorPill
ForYourArt
THEmagla
+ This weekend Samy's is doing a seminar called "Pat Darrin's Movie Making Using The Hybrid DSLR" which interestingly enough, I just posted another stills/video event yesterday called "Collision Conference". Pat Darrin's event runs this weekend Sat & Sun 10 am - 5 pm at Smashbox in Culver City. The link is here and the "register" is working which means there are still seats available. FYI : If a Samy's event fills up, they disable the "register" button.
+ Oh, for those of you who missed the last A&I Fine Art Book Making Seminar, fear not ! A&I will be doing another seminar on Aug 26th Wed. 6:30 - 9:30 pm Be one of the first 30 poeple to RSVP and get a 20% discount on any book. Must attend seminar to receive 20% off book coupon. Not valid with any other offer. Please RSVP to Events@AandI.com
:: ON-GOING EVENTS ::
Karsh 100: A Biography in Images Considered one of the finest portrait photographer in the 20th Century, Yousuf Karsh photographed folks such as Churchill, Einstein, Picasso and Hemingway.
Currently on exhibition @ First Floor Galleries at Richard J. Riordan Central Library in downtown LA. Runs till Jan 23, 2010.
This is the last week that Julius Shulman & Juergen Nogai exhibition at Craig Krull gallery will be as it ends Aug 29th. Although I'm sure you've seen Shulman's earlier works, this exhibition shows work between 2004-2009. Craig Krull @ Bergamot Station 2525 Michigan Avenue, Building B-3 Santa Monica, CA 90404
ArtSlant
FlavorPill
ForYourArt
THEmagla
+ This weekend Samy's is doing a seminar called "Pat Darrin's Movie Making Using The Hybrid DSLR" which interestingly enough, I just posted another stills/video event yesterday called "Collision Conference". Pat Darrin's event runs this weekend Sat & Sun 10 am - 5 pm at Smashbox in Culver City. The link is here and the "register" is working which means there are still seats available. FYI : If a Samy's event fills up, they disable the "register" button.
+ Oh, for those of you who missed the last A&I Fine Art Book Making Seminar, fear not ! A&I will be doing another seminar on Aug 26th Wed. 6:30 - 9:30 pm Be one of the first 30 poeple to RSVP and get a 20% discount on any book. Must attend seminar to receive 20% off book coupon. Not valid with any other offer. Please RSVP to Events@AandI.com
:: ON-GOING EVENTS ::
Karsh 100: A Biography in Images Considered one of the finest portrait photographer in the 20th Century, Yousuf Karsh photographed folks such as Churchill, Einstein, Picasso and Hemingway.
Currently on exhibition @ First Floor Galleries at Richard J. Riordan Central Library in downtown LA. Runs till Jan 23, 2010.
This is the last week that Julius Shulman & Juergen Nogai exhibition at Craig Krull gallery will be as it ends Aug 29th. Although I'm sure you've seen Shulman's earlier works, this exhibition shows work between 2004-2009. Craig Krull @ Bergamot Station 2525 Michigan Avenue, Building B-3 Santa Monica, CA 90404
Thursday, August 20, 2009
PIX CHAT : Christy Rogers
When this blog started, I began paying more attention to exhibitions around town. I had heard of Christy Rogers' "Siren" series since earlier this year. Well, about a week ago, she had another showing over at A&I Hollywood where I had a chance to finally meet her. I asked her if I could ask a few questions...
What lead you to where you are today in terms of your underwater images ?
I love the water! It represents the ultimate in purity to me. As a child growing up in Hawaii I learned a deep respect for the ocean, and always wanted to be near it. And I was fascinated by the unpredictability of it's movement, especially when I was caught under the forces of a crashing wave. Let me tell you, I've seen some of the most amazing scenes while opening my eyes under the ocean. So, when I moved to LA I began exploring the use of water in one of my experimental short films. I guess I was a little home sick. That underwater scene turned out to be really dark, dreamy and almost deathly, but I recall being stunned by it's simple beauty. So I started experimenting more with color and shapes, throwing everyone I could find into the water. Things were different down there. I could create magic and suspend the body in ways that I had never imagined, and I lost myself in that world.
What were some of the more difficult aspects of your work that you didn't expect ?
Until I tried it myself, I didn't realize how difficult it was to be immersed in twelve feet of water, constantly moving for hours on end with heavy fabrics. Because of the positions required for the photographs, you breathe in extreme amounts of water, it just seeps right into your nose. Los Angeles is warm, but the water gets chilly at night after hours of soaking in it. So this is always a challenge, to capture the beauty within such harsh conditions and to make it always look graceful. The models have to be really talented in swimming, positioning their bodies and holding their breath, and they've got to be creative and able to improvise. Most of them are dancers and actors. I give them so much credit for making my job look effortless. Lighting is key to these photographs and so if the model is a few inches too deep or off to the side, we do it again. And again and again. But I actually think the most difficult part of taking these photographs is creating an environment where enough unexpected accidents can occur, because it's in the mistakes where I find the gold. And you have to be ready to capture that.
I do believe in accidents and I can imagine how difficult it is to allow that to happen especially with the conditions you are in ! How exactly do you find these actors and dancers and were they open to the idea right away or did it take some time to persuade them ?
Well, I started by photographing friends, and because I like to experiment and go into a shoot with no major plans, I'd invite them over for a casual photo shoot and we'd mess around and have fun. From this shoot I'd figure out what worked best and then I'd invite them back over to experiment some more. I then started posting ads and finding friends of friends. I wasn't looking for professional models though, I wanted to find real women, and mostly women that expressed a certain kind of vitality. Someone that didn't have any experience posing but would instead just be themselves. That was my biggest criteria and was so important to the feel of the final image because I didn't want perfection, the shots had to be natural. Most of the women had never been photographed nude or in water before. I'd show them some of my work and they'd immediately throw aside all of their considerations, mainly because they could see that I was making something more than a nude photograph. And interestingly, although the conditions were harsh, they all expressed to me at the end how freeing the experience was.
It sounds as if you do several sessions with each person ! How many women did you photographed for the series and how many made it to final selections ? And is this part of a continuous project or do you have other projects in mind for the future ?
I've been photographing this series for over five years. But about a year ago I found the perfect pool, which would allow me to express a new concept that I had added to the series - Space. The collection of photographs from this time on are what make up my "Siren" collection and they involve about eight different women. All of whom are part of the final collection.
On my desk sits a notebook full of ideas for other projects, but I couldn't stop thinking about the possibilities of expanding this series. And so last month I began my new water project. I can't say now where it'll take me but the first shots inspire a whole new level of mystery. You'll also see video installations as part of the collection.
I'm curious to see what comes next, please keep me informed !
Her work is currently up at A&I Hollywood until Sept 4th and will be moved to A&I Santa Monica from Sept 11 - Oct. 16th. More info can be found at www.ChristyRogers.com
(Photos above by Reserve Result (Fujiroid) and Jordan Lancer)
Thrusday
:: Wow, great interview with Matt Mendelsohn... I love what he says :
No offense, so much of multimedia seems to be stories about skateboarders hanging out at the skate park. It looks good on video, but there's no story there, if you know what I mean. The story is the most important thing and too many newspapers are abandoning good stories for things that they think one demographic or another wants. I would love to help more photographers be better storytellers, not through gadgetry but through developing stories. An HD video camera looks good but it doesn't guarantee anything. I'd pick the endurance of the human spirit over a multimedia video clip about skateboarders any day of the week.
Read his story "The Lessons of Lindsay" here.
+ What ? There's a Canon G11 ? Didn't the G9 just come out ?
+ Wanna take a trip through time ? A Flickr member posts photos of San Francisco 1941 taken by her father. Nice ! My dad has taken many Kodachrome slides of the 60s and 70s in Chicago and Missouri but have no idea where it is today. :(
+ On Twitter, found a local Los Angeles Photoshop Meetup group. I understand tonight there's an event ""PHOTOSHOP MEETS CGI" Presented by WALT JONES. You'll need to sign up to get info for where and when.
+ Photographer Neil Krug + model Joni Harbeck + expired Polaroid film = Pulp Art Book
+ Yet another Polaroid note, Urban Outfitters + Impossible Project will release a limited edition 700 hand-numbered Polaroid kits. You get one pack of Polaroid Instant Film along with the Polaroid ONE600 Classic, the last Polaroid produced. Hits the stores Aug 21st.
No offense, so much of multimedia seems to be stories about skateboarders hanging out at the skate park. It looks good on video, but there's no story there, if you know what I mean. The story is the most important thing and too many newspapers are abandoning good stories for things that they think one demographic or another wants. I would love to help more photographers be better storytellers, not through gadgetry but through developing stories. An HD video camera looks good but it doesn't guarantee anything. I'd pick the endurance of the human spirit over a multimedia video clip about skateboarders any day of the week.
Read his story "The Lessons of Lindsay" here.
+ What ? There's a Canon G11 ? Didn't the G9 just come out ?
+ Wanna take a trip through time ? A Flickr member posts photos of San Francisco 1941 taken by her father. Nice ! My dad has taken many Kodachrome slides of the 60s and 70s in Chicago and Missouri but have no idea where it is today. :(
+ On Twitter, found a local Los Angeles Photoshop Meetup group. I understand tonight there's an event ""PHOTOSHOP MEETS CGI" Presented by WALT JONES. You'll need to sign up to get info for where and when.
+ Photographer Neil Krug + model Joni Harbeck + expired Polaroid film = Pulp Art Book
+ Yet another Polaroid note, Urban Outfitters + Impossible Project will release a limited edition 700 hand-numbered Polaroid kits. You get one pack of Polaroid Instant Film along with the Polaroid ONE600 Classic, the last Polaroid produced. Hits the stores Aug 21st.
Wednesday, August 19, 2009
Annenberg Space for Photography "Picture of the Year Int'l"
Last week while over at Annenberg for the Dan Winters talk and had a chance to take a look at their 2nd exhibition "Picture of The Year Int'l". There's a certain sense I get from looking at a photograph in person than I do on screen of my computer and sure doesn't do it justice at all.
The exhibition open back in July 11th and runs till November 1st so I urge everyone to take some time to check it out.
Annenberg Space for Photography
2000 Avenue of the Stars
Los Angeles, CA 90067-4700
Wednesday through Sunday: 11am-6pm FREE
Collision Conference (8/29 & 8/30)
Image Mechanics, Redrock Micro and the LA Film School will present the two-day conference spotlighting the collision of still photography and cinematography. The event will cover Video Capture for Stills (VCS) and DSLR Film making. The Collision Conference will bring timely and important information to photographers and filmmakers interested in creating content with hybrid DSLR cameras, which capture both still and video images. Seminars addressing the merging of the two disciplines will be presented along with an exhibition to showcase the latest products relating to this rapidly-emerging market.
This conference is intended for professional photographers and filmmakers interested in working with DSLRs to create moving and still imagery. Attendees will leave this event armed with the latest information and tools to prepare their businesses to withstand the coming challenges as traditional photography collides with film making.
Website - click here
Registration - click here
August 29th & 30th 8:30 am -6:30 pm
LA Film School
6363 Sunset Blvd
Hollywood, CA 90028
Echo Park Hospitality Night (8/19)
When?
August 19 from 6p-11p (time may vary depending on business)
What?
EP local businesses will keep their doors open later than usual so stop by after work!
Where?
Start just west of Alvarado and head east towards Dodgers stadium (don't forget to stop under the bridge on Glendale to check out participating businesses under Sunset!). Finish up the crawl at Warwick around 9p for live musical performance by local Echo Park band Whiskey Circus then finish off the night with a drink at Shortstop! And don't forget it's $2.50 Margarita night at Barrigan's!*
Why?
Because it's about time.
http://www.ephospitality.com/
Tuesday, August 18, 2009
Conscientious Portfolio Competition
Looks like Joerg Colberg will be running his own little competition for emerging photographers. There's no fees to enter and the winner gets his images posted on Conscientious blog along with an interview. Seriously, the exposure on that blog would be tremendous !
Due date is August 31st and read all the details here
Due date is August 31st and read all the details here
Leica "On Assignment in Downtown LA" (8/29)
On Assignment in Downtown L.A. :
A One Day Seminar - Advance Level
Saturday, August 29, 2009 - 7:00am - 4:30 pm
Sponsored by: Leica
The seminar is designed to guide individuals to take photos on location, and adjusting to the constraints of the environment and time. You will have the opportunity to photograph the people and architecture of Downtown L.A. On Assignment in Downtown L.A. is a fast pace seminar that will take us to various locations during the course of the day via Metro. Work will be Edited, Reviewed and Share during the class meeting. Rain or Shine.
Registration Fee $225 due August 24 EOB.
Leica equipment will be available to use during the seminar for registered participants.
This is put together by Perfect Exposure Gallery over on 6th St. Richard S. Chow is co-leading this seminar and has info up about this also.
FYI : The date on Perfect Exposure has not been updated so it reads Aug 15th. Chow's link has the correct info - just got a confirmed email from him.
A One Day Seminar - Advance Level
Saturday, August 29, 2009 - 7:00am - 4:30 pm
Sponsored by: Leica
The seminar is designed to guide individuals to take photos on location, and adjusting to the constraints of the environment and time. You will have the opportunity to photograph the people and architecture of Downtown L.A. On Assignment in Downtown L.A. is a fast pace seminar that will take us to various locations during the course of the day via Metro. Work will be Edited, Reviewed and Share during the class meeting. Rain or Shine.
Registration Fee $225 due August 24 EOB.
Leica equipment will be available to use during the seminar for registered participants.
This is put together by Perfect Exposure Gallery over on 6th St. Richard S. Chow is co-leading this seminar and has info up about this also.
FYI : The date on Perfect Exposure has not been updated so it reads Aug 15th. Chow's link has the correct info - just got a confirmed email from him.
Melrose LightSpace "Call for Photographers"
Melrose Lightspace is looking for photographers to participate in an upcoming group show. Those interested should respond with a small sample (200k or smaller) or link to your website. A one time $75 fee will be required to cover expenses, including postcards and a wine and cheese reception. Please feel free to e-mail with questions. Thanks! info@melroselightspace.net
Hmm...found this on Facebook today. Melrose Lightspace have been in business for many years - I've met the owner Peter probably a decade ago ? The spot is a cozy rental studio over on Melrose by Fat Beats record store...yes, I still use the term record store...in my days, there were records ! Besides a studio, they also have private parties, art shows and classes. They got about 1,600 sq feet, hardwood floors and they have special that if you rent the same day or next, it is only $150 instead of their usual rate. If you are around in the area, give him a call and check it out.
Melrose Lightspace
7600 Melrose Ave,
Los Angeles, CA 90046
Hmm...found this on Facebook today. Melrose Lightspace have been in business for many years - I've met the owner Peter probably a decade ago ? The spot is a cozy rental studio over on Melrose by Fat Beats record store...yes, I still use the term record store...in my days, there were records ! Besides a studio, they also have private parties, art shows and classes. They got about 1,600 sq feet, hardwood floors and they have special that if you rent the same day or next, it is only $150 instead of their usual rate. If you are around in the area, give him a call and check it out.
Melrose Lightspace
7600 Melrose Ave,
Los Angeles, CA 90046
Monday, August 17, 2009
LA Fashion Walk has a site up !
So this Thursday will be the first ever Fashion Walk & Broadway Walk in Downtown LA. They have their site up though not all the info is up yet.
Thirty boutiques and fashion-related businesses inaugurate Downtown Fashion Walk, a new monthly event to be held every third Thursday starting Aug. 20. Participating designers include Fremont, Skin Graft, Elmer Avenue, Soulful Commandoe plus boutiques Monuments, Blends, Engels and the Ed Hardy Outlet. DeepGlamour.net hosts a hat show from 6 to 10 p.m. at the Farmers & Merchants Bank Building (401 S. Main St.) featuring chapeaus by Stella Dottir, Louise Green and Arturo Rios and a book signing by "Project Runway's" Andrae Gonzalo and Kate Hahn. Those wearing a hat are eligible for a door prize.
Spring and Main streets between 4th and 5th. Los Angeles. 5:30 to 10 p.m. Aug. 20.
FYI : CORRECTION - The DeepGlamour.net Hat Show has moved from Farmers & Merchants Bank Building over to the Spring Arts Tower (453 S. Spring St ... entrance on 5th St.)
UPDATE (8/19) - Okay, got a Facebook message that the schedule and events are now on the site so all the info is up now.
Thirty boutiques and fashion-related businesses inaugurate Downtown Fashion Walk, a new monthly event to be held every third Thursday starting Aug. 20. Participating designers include Fremont, Skin Graft, Elmer Avenue, Soulful Commandoe plus boutiques Monuments, Blends, Engels and the Ed Hardy Outlet. DeepGlamour.net hosts a hat show from 6 to 10 p.m. at the Farmers & Merchants Bank Building (401 S. Main St.) featuring chapeaus by Stella Dottir, Louise Green and Arturo Rios and a book signing by "Project Runway's" Andrae Gonzalo and Kate Hahn. Those wearing a hat are eligible for a door prize.
Spring and Main streets between 4th and 5th. Los Angeles. 5:30 to 10 p.m. Aug. 20.
FYI : CORRECTION - The DeepGlamour.net Hat Show has moved from Farmers & Merchants Bank Building over to the Spring Arts Tower (453 S. Spring St ... entrance on 5th St.)
UPDATE (8/19) - Okay, got a Facebook message that the schedule and events are now on the site so all the info is up now.
Sunday, August 16, 2009
PIX CLICKS "APA/LA : Beauty Retouching Secrets with Lisa Carney and Dennis Dunbar" (8/15)
I'm a bit behind on photoshop - I still run the old CS and truthfully, I rather be photographing than sitting in front of my computer but I decided to check out the APA/LA Beauty Retouching Secrets with Lisa Carney and Dennis Dunbar seminar which they had yesterday on Saturday from 9:30 - 3:30. Speaking were Lisa Carney and Dennis Dunbar. They both took turns speaking about their methods of retouching. Enjoyed this format better as it allows them more time to go over their process. With 6 hours, this gave each speaker about 2-2.5 hrs to speak minus breaks and lunch.
(The Hat Squad : Lee Varis & Jim McHugh)
(Lisa Carney giving me the "ol' stink eye" as she calls it)
(Astor Morgan was the host)
(During the break, Lisa answers questions)
(During the break, Dennis answers questions)
(Lisa Carney & Dennis Dunbar)
I definitely picked up some pointers as it's great to have someone working in the industry give you the straight dirt on what works and doesn't work though they both mention that there are multiple ways of getting to the same spot and the method they are showing are what works best for them.
Some folks had the foresight to bring their laptops which I wish I had done but I also realized I think I need to take a class as I'm more of a hands on guy than just listening to taking down notes but I did walk away with some pointers.
Oh, also noticed that the APA is offering a 25% discount for joining if you do so before August 31st. You can find that info here. APA/LA has some more events coming up so just get on their email list to get up to date info on what's going.
Also interesting to note that before the start, they asked the audience how they heard of the event. I would say most if not all had heard via their email blast. Fewer heard via Facebook and as for Twitter, just about 5 people I think raised their hands.
I definitely picked up some pointers as it's great to have someone working in the industry give you the straight dirt on what works and doesn't work though they both mention that there are multiple ways of getting to the same spot and the method they are showing are what works best for them.
Some folks had the foresight to bring their laptops which I wish I had done but I also realized I think I need to take a class as I'm more of a hands on guy than just listening to taking down notes but I did walk away with some pointers.
Oh, also noticed that the APA is offering a 25% discount for joining if you do so before August 31st. You can find that info here. APA/LA has some more events coming up so just get on their email list to get up to date info on what's going.
Also interesting to note that before the start, they asked the audience how they heard of the event. I would say most if not all had heard via their email blast. Fewer heard via Facebook and as for Twitter, just about 5 people I think raised their hands.
Friday, August 14, 2009
Events this Weekend (Aug 14-16)
So this time around I'm going to start adding photos of the photographer whose opening it is just to give you an idea of what they do. I'll be updating this page through the day as I find out more events, alright ? Cool.
:: FRIDAY ::
"Alternative Photography" @ Julia Dean Gallery in Venice, CA. An exhibit of photographs from the sixth annual alternative photography contest. The exhibit features the work of 16 photographers who recognize and support the importance of alternative photography within the arts community. The contest was juried by Aline Smithson and Ken Merfeld. 5-8 pm. 801 Ocean Front Walk, Studio #8 Venice, CA 90291
:: SATURDAY ::
+ APA/LA "Beauty Retouching Secrets with Lisa Carney and Dennis Dunbar" @ Helms Daylight Studio 9 am - 3:30 pm. Check out link for more details.
+ Barbara Benjamin Marcus will be signing her new photography book "Inside Out" @ Book Soup 7-8:30 pm L.A.-based author and photographer Barbara Benjamin Marcus conducted interviews and shot revealing portraits of forty drag queens—both in and out of drag—in Los Angeles, Key West, New York City, Provincetown and Tampa....Inside Out was the winner in the Gay & Lesbian category at the 2009 San Francisco Book Festival Awards, and official runner up in the Photography/Art Category at the 2009 New York Book Festival. 8818 W Sunset Blvd 90069
+ Woodstock: The 40th Anniversary @ Duncan Miller Gallery . The exhibition features the works of Jim Marshall, Baron Wolman, Henry Diltz and Lisa Law. This show recreates the experience of the ambiance, the crowd and the music of the world's most famous music festival. 7-10 pm 10959 Venice Boulevard, Los Angeles CA 90034
+ Katie Shapiro "A(part)/Together" @ Azucar Gallery 3022 West Sunset Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90026 7-10 pm
+ULTRA-ANGELES Kodachrome in 3-D: The Stereo Photography of Jack Laxer @ drkrm gallery. Like Julius Shulman, Laxer’s primary subject matter was the ultramodern architecture of midcentury America. However, unlike Shulman’s famous black and white 2-D images of private residential oases, Laxer’s work documented the ultramodern Main Streets of Los Angeles in a pristine palette of Kodachrome colors with a hyper-exaggerated stereo depth. 7-10 pm 2121 San Fernando Road Suite 3 Los Angeles, CA 90065
+" Deep End" Group Show @ The Company (946 Yale St. 90012 in Chinatown) 6-9 pm. Jen DeNike, Carlton DeWoody , Alexa Gerrity, Elizabeth Huey , Susan Lipper , Eric Payson , Ali Prosch and Lucy Stein . (Bold are photographers)
:: FRIDAY ::
"Alternative Photography" @ Julia Dean Gallery in Venice, CA. An exhibit of photographs from the sixth annual alternative photography contest. The exhibit features the work of 16 photographers who recognize and support the importance of alternative photography within the arts community. The contest was juried by Aline Smithson and Ken Merfeld. 5-8 pm. 801 Ocean Front Walk, Studio #8 Venice, CA 90291
:: SATURDAY ::
+ APA/LA "Beauty Retouching Secrets with Lisa Carney and Dennis Dunbar" @ Helms Daylight Studio 9 am - 3:30 pm. Check out link for more details.
+ Barbara Benjamin Marcus will be signing her new photography book "Inside Out" @ Book Soup 7-8:30 pm L.A.-based author and photographer Barbara Benjamin Marcus conducted interviews and shot revealing portraits of forty drag queens—both in and out of drag—in Los Angeles, Key West, New York City, Provincetown and Tampa....Inside Out was the winner in the Gay & Lesbian category at the 2009 San Francisco Book Festival Awards, and official runner up in the Photography/Art Category at the 2009 New York Book Festival. 8818 W Sunset Blvd 90069
+ Woodstock: The 40th Anniversary @ Duncan Miller Gallery . The exhibition features the works of Jim Marshall, Baron Wolman, Henry Diltz and Lisa Law. This show recreates the experience of the ambiance, the crowd and the music of the world's most famous music festival. 7-10 pm 10959 Venice Boulevard, Los Angeles CA 90034
+ Katie Shapiro "A(part)/Together" @ Azucar Gallery 3022 West Sunset Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90026 7-10 pm
+ULTRA-ANGELES Kodachrome in 3-D: The Stereo Photography of Jack Laxer @ drkrm gallery. Like Julius Shulman, Laxer’s primary subject matter was the ultramodern architecture of midcentury America. However, unlike Shulman’s famous black and white 2-D images of private residential oases, Laxer’s work documented the ultramodern Main Streets of Los Angeles in a pristine palette of Kodachrome colors with a hyper-exaggerated stereo depth. 7-10 pm 2121 San Fernando Road Suite 3 Los Angeles, CA 90065
+" Deep End" Group Show @ The Company (946 Yale St. 90012 in Chinatown) 6-9 pm. Jen DeNike, Carlton DeWoody , Alexa Gerrity, Elizabeth Huey , Susan Lipper , Eric Payson , Ali Prosch and Lucy Stein . (Bold are photographers)
Thursday, August 13, 2009
PIX CLICKS "Iris Nights : Dan Winters" (8/13)
These days when I go to photographer talks, I like hearing stories and Dan Winters really likes to tell stories. You can tell he's passionate about his work and his interest are so varied - from woodwork to entomology. The place was packed and I believe all the stand-bys got in. The lecture holds about 140 folks. Afterwards he signed books for a line of admirers.
His final words of advice to the audience : "Shoot for your portfolio", "You're only as good as your last photo" and "Always swing for the fence" then he joked how his analogies were all about baseball. lol !
Next week is Michael Robinson Chávez, a photographer for the LA Times and previously for the Washington Post, Boston Globe, and Associated Press. The lecture is already fully booked but don't worry, there'll be extra tickets. I have a conflict of schedules next Thursday so I'll be releasing my tickets.
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