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• PPSV Workshop: The Art of Wonder with Shannon Squires

  • When
    16 Nov 2026
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    9:30 AM - 4:30 PM
  • Location
    Santa's Enchanted Workshop. Rescue, CA
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    The  Art of Wonder

    Fine Art Editing Meets Childlike Creativity

    Rediscover the magic of imagination while learning techniques to transform your photographs into captivating works of fine art.
    
    In this workshop, we’ll explore creative Photoshop editing, lighting, color, blending, and artistic finishing touches that bring your vision to life. By combining technical skills with childlike wonder, you’ll learn to push creative boundaries, tell meaningful stories, and create images where imagination has no limits.

    Workshop instructor - Shannon Squires

    Shannon Squires-Toews is an award-winning fine art photographer, digital artist, and educator based in Colorado Springs, Colorado. She holds the prestigious Master Photographer, Master Artist, and Photographic Craftsman degrees from Professional Photographers of America (PPA), along with her Certified Professional Photographer (CPP) designation.

    Her work has earned numerous national and international accolades, including the Overall Grand Imaging Award. She has represented Team USA in the World Photographic Cup three times, with five images selected for competition.

    Known for her imaginative storytelling, masterful lighting, and artistic approach to photography, Shannon shares her passion through workshops, national speaking engagements, and college-level instruction. She inspires photographers to push creative boundaries and transform their images into meaningful works of art.

    
    

  All-Day Workshop Pricing Information:

  • $199 - PPSV Members
  • $229 - Affiliates/Community Network members
  • $299 - Non-Members

  
  

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• PPSV Quarterly Image Competition - November 18, 2026

  • When
    18 Nov 2026
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    6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
  • Location
    Online

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  Join us for our next PPSV Image Competition on

  November 18, 2026

  Submissions Open: October 25, 2026

  Submissions Closes: November 16, 2026 5:00 PM

  Why enter?

  • You will receive professional feedback in a positive environment
  • It's an excellent way to learn and grow your artistic skills
  • There's an opportunity for PPSV members to win fabulous prizes
  • PPSV Members qualify for annual awards, such as Category Winners and Photographer of the Year

  When:  November 18th at 6:00pm, via Zoom & printcompetition.com

  Categories:

  • Portraits
  • Weddings & Events
  • Landscape
  • Nature/Wildlife
    
  • Photojournalism
  • Open Illustrative
  • Artist

  Each image is judged against PPA’s 12 Criteria for Merit Image
  Competition rules can be viewed here Rules & Info

  Start time (pacific time zone):

          6:00 pm PPSV announcements, Q&A, judge introductions
        ~6:15 pm competition starts, ends approximately 9:30 pm

  Deadline for image submissions:  November 16, 2026 5:00 pm

  You will be sent a zoom link in an email once you register & again the day before the competition. It will also be available in the GameDay app from the audio tab on the printcompetition.com website. 

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

  Note: You will need to register with printcompetition.com and minimally pay for the BASIC membership to ENTER images for competition.
  You can use the website free account to just watch the competition.
  The Print Competition website basic membership is $16 yearly. Premium membership is $20 Quarterly or $75 annually.

  Prize Sponsored by Bay Photo

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• PPSV Holiday party 2026

  • When
    9 Dec 2026
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    5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
  • Location
    Blue Goose Event Center, 3550 Taylor Rd, Loomis, CA 95650

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  PPSV Annual Holiday Celebration & Awards

  Join your PPSV family on December 9 at the Blue Goose Event Center in Loomis for an evening of holiday cheer, great food, and dancing! This is our time to step away from the cameras, celebrate a fantastic year of image-making, and connect with fellow creatives.

  The Evening's Schedule:

  • 5:00 PM: Social Hour, Member Gallery & Voting Doors open! Catch up with friends, meet new members, and view our special member exhibition. During this time, you will also be able to cast your vote for the 2026 "Image of the Year" from our four Image Competition Best of Show winners!

  • 6:00 PM: Holiday Feast Gather around the table for a traditional dinner featuring roasted turkey, mashed potatoes, stuffing, green beans, and pumpkin pie.

  • Awards & Recognitions Following dinner, we will introduce the Board of Directors, share a message from our president, and celebrate our members' outstanding work during the annual PPSV awards ceremony.

  • Music & Dancing DJ Steve Buzzard will take over to keep the energy high with music, games, and open dancing until 10:00 PM.

  
  

  Important Details:

  • Member Gallery: We are thrilled to feature a printed gallery of our members' work, generously sponsored by Zno. All attending members are invited to submit one 11x14 image to be printed and showcased during the event. (Submittal information will be sent to all registered members.) Images are being printed at no cost to the members who are attending the event. These images must be submitted for printing by November 20th. Images can also be brought to be displayed - requested print size is 11x14.

  • Beverages: This celebration is BYOB for alcohol. PPSV will provide non-alcoholic drinks, but you are welcome to bring wine, spirits, or your favorite adult beverage. A designated table will be available for your selections. Please celebrate responsibly.

  • Guests: Spouses and guests are warmly welcomed!

  • Registration Deadline: Early bird pricing ends December 1st at Noon! ⏰

  Bring your dancing shoes, your favorite beverage, and your holiday spirit. Register early to secure your spot and celebrate the season with the people who make PPSV so special!

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• PPSV Presents- Epic Wide-Angle Portraits: Capture Power, Depth & Story with Scott Robert Lim

  • When
    13 Jan 2027
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    6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Location
    Holiday Inn 2224 Auburn Blvd, Sacramento, CA 95821

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  Kick off Meeting

  January 13, 2027
  6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

  LOCATION: Holiday Inn
  2224 Auburn Blvd
  Sacramento, CA 95821

  FREE EVENT

  Light appetizers and desserts will be served.

  Win fabulous prizes!

  Course Description

  Step beyond the ordinary and learn how to craft jaw-dropping, cinematic portraits that command attention. In this immersive workshop, we’ll explore the full creative potential of wide-angle lenses to produce dynamic, storytelling images that combine environment, emotion, and energy.

  Through detailed instruction, you’ll discover how to balance technical precision with artistic intent—from gear selection to final pose. Learn how to choose the right camera and lens combination for maximum impact, control perspective distortion to flatter your subject, and use off-camera lighting to sculpt drama and depth across the frame.

  Master the art of composition and leading lines to anchor your viewer’s eye, and explore posing techniques that bring confidence and movement into wide-angle frames. Whether you shoot on the streets, in a grand landscape, or inside an architectural space, you’ll gain the tools to create images that feel immersive, larger-than-life, and unmistakably yours.

  Key Takeaways

  • Understand the creative advantages and challenges of wide-angle portraiture
  •  Learn how lens choice, aperture, and distance affect distortion and storytelling
  •  Apply lighting setups that complement dramatic perspectives
  •  Compose with depth, scale, and leading lines for visual impact
  •  Direct subjects for natural yet powerful poses in expansive scenes
  •  Build a signature look that blends technical mastery with creative flair

  Biography

  Scott Robert Lim is a globally recognized environmental portrait and wedding photographer with a career spanning more than 25 years. His work has been featured in books and magazines worldwide, earning him a reputation for creativity, artistry, and excellence.

  Today, Scott is a sought-after international speaker who shares his passion for photography with audiences around the globe. He is dedicated to coaching, mentoring, and inspiring photographers at every level of their journey.

  Known for his enthusiastic teaching style, Scott has a unique ability to break down complex techniques into simple, practical methods that empower photographers to succeed.

  
  

  Agenda:

  • 6:00-6:30 pm: Networking (with a simple/light dinner provided)
  • 6:30-7:00 pm: New Member Intros/Announcements/Business
  • 7:00-8:30 pm: Scott Robert Lim
  • 8:30 - 9:00 pm:  Drawings for Prizes

  
  

  
  

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