it’s that time of the year …
… for the annual UT NPPA spring photojournalism show. Please come to CMA 3.124 at 8 p.m. this Wednesday, April 13, to get and give critique on photos for submission to the show. The meeting is not mandatory (like once stated), but your attendance is highly encouraged. Attendance will not affect you chance of getting … Read more
flash bus tour ’11
This is a chance to spend the day studying light as you watch over the shoulders of two experienced professionals. Their paths may be different, but the end goal is the same — to create interesting light that is appropriate to the subject and to do it in an intuitive way. It’s only $100 and … Read more
chien-chi chang workshop
On March 12-13, and if there is enough demand, March 14-15, you have the chance to spend a weekend with Magnum photographer Chien-Chi Chang. He will be giving an advanced documentary storytelling workshop. Chien-Chi Chang has won many awards from many organizations, including: CPOY, POY, NPPA, World Press Photo, W. Eugene Smith Award Grant on … Read more
here’s to a new semester
Well, I would say that our first meeting of the semester went pretty well. Everyone seemed enthusiastic about coming up with projects and workshops in which we can learn and become a tighter knit group this semester. We also voted in two new co-presidents and a new secretary. Trent Lesikar, a senior photojournalism major, and … Read more
Hinterland: the 2010 fall show
In German, hinterland literally means the land behind [the city]. Hinterland is our 2010 fall show featuring 35 images from our members that has been juried by Senior Curator of the the Harry Ransom Center, Roy Flukinger. Upon viewing, you will notice most of the photos share something in common: distance from the subject, hence … Read more
Slideluck Potshow
Slideluck Potshow is a non-profit arts organization that provides an opportunity for artists and arts-lovers to gather around food, friends, and artwork. The evening begins with a couple hours of mingling and dining on the home-cooked delights of those who attend, and then the lights are dimmed, the crowd is hushed, and another spectacular slideshow … Read more
calling all artists for E.A.S.T.
Hot Mama’s Café is proud to host what is sure to be the biggest stop on the 2010 East Austin Studio Tour and you are invited to be part of the fun. Mama is bringing together more than 40 artists, performers, and businesses for this year’s tour and all artists are encouraged to showcase their … Read more
MANDATORY MEETING, Oct. 21, 8 p.m., CMA 4.310
Our meeting this Thursday, Oct. 21, is absolutely mandatory for participation in the fall show. At the meeting we will critique images in small groups. Bring no more than 20 images for the critique. This will also be your last chance to pay membership dues. Dues are $5 dollars and are also required for participation … Read more
lighting workshop, THIS WEEKEND
Local photographer Brenda Ladd will be hosting a studio and outdoor lighting workshop from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. this Saturday, Oct. 2. She will teaching studio set-up, lighting and posing, outdoor lighting techniques, on-camera strobe and the use of reflectors. There is limited class size so make your reservation NOW. The cost is $95 … Read more
contests, internships & scholarships
Look at the top of the blog and to the right. Notice any changes? I do (because I made them). We will do our best to keep our members updated with the latest photo contests and submission opportunities, jobs and internships and scholarships. You will find this information in the sections at the top of … Read more
