Using Studio Strobes with Dan Katz
Thursday August 29,  7pm
@ The Village Northridge Meeting Room

Dan Katz Photography

Dan Katz is doing a workshop, “The use of strobes in the studio for lighting models and how to create different effects with placement and modifiers”.  It will be held on August 29 at 7 p.m., at The Village.  This is for members only and will limited to 10 people.  The cost is $25/person to cover the cost of the model.  You will need to bring a digital camera with hot shoe to participate.

The purpose of this workshop is to demonstrate the use of strobes in the studio for lighting models and how to create different lighting effects with light placement and modifiers.
 
But I’d like to start with this disclaimer:  This workshop is not a comprehensive how-to for all lighting scenarios; nor does it follow the conventional lighting “rules.”  It’s about how I usestrobes to set a mood and attain my own creative results. Which is to say, other photographers can (and are welcome to) dispute my methods. This is simply what works for me.  
 
If you are planning on attending this workshop – or even if you don’t – I would strongly recommend your watching these three excellent videos in advance. They cover the basics of strobe and studio lighting and will provide a better framework for what we’ll be doing at the workshop, especially in understanding how simply moving around the lights can turn a white background to gray or even black, giving you incredible flexibility and creative control. 
 
• What light does in the studio – part 1:   https://bit.ly/2KoAnHB 
• What light does in the studio – part 2:   https://bit.ly/2ZKucmi 
• Seven Basic Lighting Setups:  https://bit.ly/2YQejhg 

​We’ll have a beautiful live model on-set, Lauren Leola. You can see her or follow her on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lauren.leola/.  
 
Lauren will pose for three different lighting setups.  With each setup, we’ll have time to allow a group of three or four photographers to take pictures before moving on to the next setup.  We’ll randomly assign you to one of the three groups at the beginning of the workshop so you’ll all have time to get in some great shots for your own portfolios.  The Model Release will allow you to show your images, as long as they are not to be used commercially. 
 
I sincerely hope you enjoy the upcoming workshop. See you then.

WORKSHOP FEE
This workshop is a Members Only event
​fStops Member fee: $25

Taking Control of Your Flash
Thursday August 15, 7pm
@ The Village Northridge Meeting Room

Bill Debley will give a free workshop for members ($15 for non-members) “Taking Control of Your Flash” on August 15 starting at 7 p.m.  at the Village Northridge Meeting Room.  Bring your camera and speedlight.

Here are three things people will be able to do better as a result of this workshop:
- Get rid of your fear of using a flash.
- Understand how to use ambient and artificial light to set them apart from other photographers.
- Produce flattering light using Speedlight(s) on their subjects.

WORKSHOP FEE
fStops Member: FREE
Non-Members: $15

Entry cost $19.00 if purchased online ahead of time. This price is the combination of a general admission ticket $14.00 online plus Butterfly Exhibit ticket $5.00 online for a total of $19.00. When purchasing your ticket be sure to add the Butterfly Exhibit ticket as an upgrade. You will be asked to choose a time slot, choose 10:30. 

We will meet at the front of the Museum at 9:30 to take our crazy group photo and get ready to enter the Butterfly Exhibit.  Don’t forget to choose the 10:30 time slot so we can share the experience together. We’ll have 30 minutes to snap pic’s of these beautiful and delicate insects. 

After that we will head to one of the many sections within the museum to explore, learn and photograph to our hearts desire. The remainder of exhibits will not have time limits. 

The museum has so many incredible attractions such as..... 

Nature Gardens, Nature Lab, Visible Vault-paleontologist at work Pollinator Meadow, Dinosaur Hall, Gems and Mineral Hall, Age of Mammals, Becoming Los Angeles Birds, Fossils, and Discover Center Vintage Hall Architecture,  And so much more.

All of this is included in our two tickets. We will continue as a group until the official time of 12:30. Though I’m sure some of us will continue on together. The museum has a nice cafeteria, in case you want to have lunch.  The museum is open until 5:00 so please feel free to stay as long as you like. If you prefer to branch off and explore on your own after the butterfly exhibit we won’t be offended. 
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Mono-Pods and Tri- Pods are not allowed in the museum or in the Butterfly Exhibit. Flash should be permissible unless otherwise noted on specific exhibits. You may want to bring a choice in lenses due to the variety of opportunities. 

Laura ​Astor
fStops Events Coordinator
PS. I will be leading the meeting so look for me and I’ll  do the same. I’ll be wearing a pink top. 

Please Note: By submitting a YES RSVP and participating in any F-stops Camera Club event, you agree that F-stops Camera Club, Organizers, and Event Hosts are NOT responsible for your safety or for any injury or damage to your person or your property, or that of your guest(s).You agree that you have read the instructions of the announcement and that you and your guest(s) are assuming all risks of participating in the event
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Classic Car Auto Shop
​June 22, 9am-12pm
Newhall, CA
​(exact address will be given after registration)

If you missed last years event, don't miss this one!
​Great opportunity to photograph Classic cars and vintage auto parts in a Classic Auto Shop.

There are no tripods or mono pods allowed. Bring a shutter release for long exposure after sunset. We may get lucky and find a ledge to steady our cameras on.​ If you plan to visit inside there is a no flash rule.

​I encourage you to go to the website and read through the information. getty.edu All photo’s and video are for personal use only and may not be sold. Feel free to go early, take a picnic lunch or visit one of the restaurants.
​No alcohol is permitted.

​RSVP Laura.fStops@gmail.com

This event will be open to non F-stop members so tell your friends, co- workers and family.
Non-member cost... $15.00 + entry fee
fStops Member cost is....... $5.00 + entry fee
(fee includes all material)

​The Japanese Garden entry fee
Adults $5.00
Senior 62+ $3.00

Space is limited so sign up early!
 Email Laura (laura.fstops@gmail.com) to reserve your spot.
We will meet in the parking lot to receive our boards and instructions.
​See you soon! -Laura

We will be creating unique photographs through light painting.  Our Host, Bill Debley will be using light beams with colored gels, lights and  accessories.  We have the privilege of seeing first hand some of the tools and apparatus’s he has personally fabricated.  That coupled with the backdrop of the Adobe which dates back to the 1800’s is sure to make for beautifully, unique photo’s and fun.  This is an open event so bring a friend.  See below for Non F/Stop member entry.

Non F/Stop members welcome.
​Non-member price $10.00. Please pre-pay with our Pay Pal or call to make other arrangements.
F/Stop member incur no additional charge for this event.

ABOUT THE PHOTOGRAPHER Bill Debley
I worked in aerospace research and development for almost thirty years and got interested in photography about twelve years ago.  I enjoy looking at photography through an engineer’s eye and capturing unusual images. I am active in and have been president of several photography clubs, including judging, producing tutorials and workshops on photography. I've spent most of my summers fly fishing in the Eastern Sierra, in California. Because of this I am very familiar with the beauty and diversity this area has to offer, I started conducting affordable workshops in wildlife and landscape photography. I also conduct local one day photographic workshops entitled: “Photography for the Rest of Us”. I use a wide range of equipment and techniques to achieve the type of feeling and style I want in a photograph. Although I love the out of doors, I love shooting all genres and use everything from pin-hole to 3D anaglyphs to get the shot.​