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• PPSV California Capital Airshow Event

  • When
    24 Sep 2023
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    9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Location
    Mather Airport, Sacramento

  
  

  California Capital Airshow & PPSV!

  This opportunity is for PPSV members &  our  friends at PPWC, PPSCV and PPC! Please join PPSV for this amazing event! Ticket will only be available through June 30th... so purchase now!

  PPSV has arranged two very special opportunities so we can enjoy a spectacular day photographing together on Sunday, September 24, 2023 at the California Capital Airshow, Mather Airport in Sacramento. International Photo Tour Experience - SOLD OUT!

  
  

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• KEH - Turn Your Gear Into CASH!

  • When
    18 Oct 2023
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    12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
  • Location
    2003 Howe Ave, Sacramento CA 95825

  
  

  Eliminate the Stress of Selling Your Gear

  To reserve a time, please email Sandra Harris at: Harrisstudio@comcast.net or call 916-761-2627.  

  If you email, please list out the items you want to sell and include your phone number. Sandra will call you and provide you an appointment time. Or call Sandra directly and she will schedule an appointment time for you. Special arrangements can be made for a large number of items or collections.

  Please Note: Appointments are from Noon to 5:00 pm.

  Walk-ins are welcome, but you may need to wait for sometime.

  KEH will cut a check on the spot for good working condition:

  • Digital & Film Cameras
  • Lens and Flash Units

  Please no darkroom and lighting equipment, or point & shoot cameras. Plus, they take care of packaging and shipping!

  
  

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• PPSV October Meeting: Shannon Squires - Fine Art Portraiture

  • When
    18 Oct 2023
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    6:00 PM - 9:30 PM
  • Location
    2003 Howe Ave, Sacramento, CA 95825

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  • Join us as Shannon talks about the fine art portrait that she offers for not only her children’s portraits but also her families, seniors, and family clients.  Shannon will highlight on:

  • Why she focuses on fine art photography and not volume work.
  • Stylizing a studio session by using textures, lighting, and other creative elements.
  • The steps to create a compelling theme.
  •   How to conduct model calls to attract the right client.
  • The best-selling products in her studio.

  Shannon is a nationally recognized award-winning photographer based in Colorado Springs. In 2019 Shannon won her first 1^st place GIA in the Children’s category and went on to win another two more, before winning the overall GIA in 2020. In addition to her GIA wins, Shannon has also been a part of Team U.S.A. in 2022 and 2023 with two images on the team each year. 

  Shannon started photography in high school with film photography before attending Art school in Seattle where she earned her Associate degree in Commercial Photography. Shannon also has her Master photographer degree, Master Artist Degree, Cpp, Craftsmen degree, and Image excellence, through Professional photographers of America.

  When Shannon is not teaching around the U.S., working with clients in her studio, or creating educational tutorials for her online academy, she is spending time with her family and 3 young children.

  
  

  
  

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• Shannon Squires Toews - Fine Art Portraiture Workshop

  • When
    19 Oct 2023
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    9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Location
    2224 Auburn Blvd., Sacramento, CA
  • Spaces left
    16

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  • Day one of the workshop will be all about fine art portraits from start to finish. We will start with a quick photoshoot and then dive right in to editing.

    Learn How To:

  • Style and guide subjects to get the right mood and balanced for the image.
  • Properly light for composites and complement the story tone.
  • Retouch skin to achieve flawless and soft texture and tones.
  • Brush on light to pop and brighten the skin.
  • Smooth blotchy tones with frequency separation
  • Balance dark under eye tones by using the patch tool.
  • Use the quick select tool, masking, and histogram tools for adjusting and warming skin tone.
  • Create gorgeous colors and catchlights in the eyes.
  • Use textures to bring drama and interest to your image.
  • Hand edit to add depth and dimension to your images
  • Add balance to your images to tell a story.

  
  

  All-Day Workshop:

  • $99 PPSV Members
  • $159 PPSV Members both days
  • $179  (PPWC & PPSCV)
  • $279 (PPWC & PPSCV) both days
  • $299 Non-Members each day

  
  

  
  

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• Shannon Squires Toews - Fine Art Composite Workshop

  • When
    20 Oct 2023
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    9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Location
    2224 Auburn Blvd., Sacramento, CA
  • Spaces left
    15

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  Workshop Day 2

  Day two will be focusing on compositing and adding composite type elements to an image to create a unique one-of-a- kind art piece for your clients.

  Learn How To:

  • Cut a subject shot in studio, then perfect placement onto a digital backdrop.
  • Use Photoshop tools to cut subjects seamlessly.
  • Blend digital objects and meshing colors.
  • Properly size objects and subject.
  • Shadow and shape light so your images are cohesive.
  • Use layer masks to blend and manipulate.
  • Build up your 'digital' background to create a full scene
  • ·Play with shadows and highlights, softening layers and subjects, and bring it all together for a final work of art.
  • Work in channel mixer to adjust background tones
  • Digital portrait painting for a final and stunning fine art portrait.

  Shannon is a nationally recognized award-winning photographer based in Colorado Springs. In 2019 Shannon won her first 1^st place GIA in the Children’s category and went on to win another two more, before winning the overall GIA in 2020. In addition to her GIA wins, Shannon has also been a part of Team U.S.A. in 2022 and 2023 with two images on the team each year. 

  Shannon started photography in high school with film photography before attending Art school in Seattle where she earned her Associate degree in Commercial Photography. Shannon also has her Master photographer degree, Master Artist Degree, Cpp, Craftsmen degree, and Image excellence, through Professional photographers of America.

  When Shannon is not teaching around the U.S., working with clients in her studio, or creating educational tutorials for her online academy, she is spending time with her family and 3 young children.

  
  

  All-Day Workshop:

  • $99 PPSV Members
  • $159 PPSV Members both days
  • $179  (PPWC & PPSCV)
  • $279 (PPWC & PPSCV) both days
  • $299 Non-Members each day

  
  

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• PPSV November 2023 Image Competition

  • When
    1 Nov 2023
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    6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
  • Location
    Online

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  Join us for our next Image Competition (We have started using PrintCompetition.com so see below for updated instructions to enter)!!

  Why:
  

  • A great opportunity for PPSV members to win fabulous prizes
  • You’ll receive professional feedback in a positive environment
  • An excellent way to learn and grow your artistic skills
  • PPSV Members qualify for annual awards such as Photographer of the Year and Category Winner

  When:  November 1^st – via Zoom & printcompetition.com

  Categories:

  • Portraits
  • Weddings & Events
  • Commercial
  • Open Illustrated
  • Artist

  Each image is judged against PPA’s 12 Criteria for Merit Image

  Start time 6:00 pm PT announcements and Q&A,
                 ~6:15 pm competition starts, ends approximately 9:30 pm.

  Deadline for image submissions:  8:00pm Pacific Time the day BEFORE competition day.

  You will be sent a zoom link once you are registered.

  Cost:  The Cost for PPSV, PPWC, and PPSCV members is $10.00 per image. Guest cost is $15.00 per image.

  Note: You will need to register with printcompetition.com and Pay for at least the BASIC membership to ENTER images for competition (The cost for basic is $13 yearly, or premium $17 Quarterly, or $63 annually.) You can use the free account to just watch.

  Steps for entering the PPSV Image Competition:

  1. Log-in to your Printcompetition.com account
  2. Choose the PPSV Logo (available once a competition is open for registration)
  3. Scroll down to the “Create New Image Entry” and click on the link
  4. Enter the Image Title
  5. Select the Image Category
  6. Click on the “Create New Entry” link
  7. Scroll down to the “Entries for the Upcoming Event” section and upload your image(s)
  8. Once uploaded, click on the “Pay Image Fees” link (located in the red bar above the “Create New Image Entry” link) and pay according to the number of entries uploaded. Any entries not paid for prior to the competition night will be removed from the competition. Note: once paid, fees may not be refunded. 

  DEMO VIDEO of the Instructions for setting up account and entering images.

  Sponsored by: Action Camera 
        Dedicated local Camera store in Roseville & Reno

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• PPSV November Meeting: Josh Hanna - Unconventional Senior Portraits Market

  • When
    15 Nov 2023
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    6:00 PM - 9:30 PM
  • Location
    2003 Howe Ave, Sacramento, CA 95825

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  MONTHLY MEETING
  November 15, 2023
  6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

  In Person Meeting
  Free to PPSV Members
  $35 Guest Fee for Non-Members

  Agenda:

  • PPSV Announcements - 6:00 pm - 6:30 pm
  • Unconventional Senior Portraits - 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm

  PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS:

  Finding your place in the senior photography market can be challenging. Join Josh as he shares his methods and vision for an unconventional approach at attracting the right clients, all while keeping a happy and healthy life/work balance!

  This is a precursor to the two workshops coming up on Thursday & Friday (November 16 & 17) on Unconventional Senior Portraits and Senior Composites.

  LEARN HOW TO:

  • Market and attract the right clients
  • Show what you want to sell from your website to the final product
  • Define your style so you stand out in the marketplace
  • Understand what grabs seniors’ attention
  • Find the right balance with work and life

  Josh is a full time photographer and digital designer based in Cross Lanes, WV. He specializes in working with high school senior guys and love incorporating moody and cinematic elements into his imagery. Josh summarizes himself as: Christian, Husband, Father, Artist, Photographer, Photoshoper, Teacher, SciFi Geek and Wannabe Musician.

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• PPSV November Workshop: Josh Hanna - Unconventional Senior Portraits Workshop

  • When
    16 Nov 2023
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    9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Location
    2224 Auburn Blvd., Sacramento, CA 95821

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  PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS:

  In today's market, great senior images are a dime a dozen...so modern seniors are looking for something different, unique, and eye-catching. This is particularly true with senior guys! In this class, Josh will guide you through creating fresh senior images that today's senior guys are proud and excited to show off. Using typically unconventional methods for lighting, posing, shooting and editing, you will be sure to find some new techniques that you can adapt to your workflow immediately that will get your senior guys excited to book their sessions!

  LEARN HOW TO:

  • Build a theme foundation based upon emotion, mood, lighting, and clothing style
  • Use unconventional lighting (gel, harsh lighting) that best features senior guys
  • Understand how to pose senior guys to tell a compelling story¬
  • Shoot and edit in new ways to show off your senior’s personality
  • Create wow factors and stand out in the senior market

  This course qualifies for a PPA Continuing Education Merit.

  Josh is a full time photographer and digital designer based in Cross Lanes, WV. He specializes in working with high school senior guys and love incorporating moody and cinematic elements into his imagery. Josh summarizes himself as: Christian, Husband, Father, Artist, Photographer, Photoshoper, Teacher, SciFi Geek and Wannabe Musician.

  All-Day Workshop:

  • $99 PPSV Members
  • $159 PPSV Members both days
  • $179  (PPWC & PPSCV)
  • $279 (PPWC & PPSCV) both days
  • $299 Non-Members each day

  
  

  
  

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• PPSV November Workshop: Josh Hanna - Senior Composites: Simplified Workshop

  • When
    17 Nov 2023
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    9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Location
    2224 Auburn Blvd., Sacramento, CA 95821

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  PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS:

  From capture through post-processing, we'll look at the necessary techniques needed to create compelling senior composites that grab attention! We will break down those techniques into easy-to-understand methods so that you can begin creating eye-catching composites right away. Creating killer composites doesn't have to be intimidating!

  LEARN HOW TO:

  • Use easy-to-understand methods for compositing your images
  • Create and blend shadows and highlights so composites look realistic
  • Use composition techniques to attract and keep the viewer’s attention
  • Create killer composites that have depth and impact
  • Photograph and light your subject to simplify the composite process

  This course qualifies for a PPA Continuing Education Merit.

  Josh is a full time photographer and digital designer based in Cross Lanes, WV. He specializes in working with high school senior guys and love incorporating moody and cinematic elements into his imagery. Josh summarizes himself as: Christian, Husband, Father, Artist, Photographer, Photoshopper, Teacher, SciFi Geek and Wannabe Musician.

  All-Day Workshop:

  • $99 PPSV Members
  • $159 PPSV Members both days
  • $179  (PPWC & PPSCV)
  • $279 (PPWC & PPSCV) both days
  • $299 Non-Members each day

  
  

  
  

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