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Presents: 

Making a Life in Photography: Rollie McKenna

Highlands Photography Salon FIELD TRIP

April 25th, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.

124 Raymond Avenue, Poughkeepsie, NY 12604

This exhibition is the first survey of the prolific career of American photographer Rosalie (Rollie) Thorne McKenna (1918–2003)

The tour was led by a Vassar guide knowledgeable about photography. 

Special bonus: Jessica Brier, Curator of Photography visited with the group.

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Attendees (left to right) Jessica Brier, Emile Blanc, tour guide Ida-Rose, Chuck Connors, Bill Winter, Karen Parashkevov and David Nicholls.

GUIDELINES
Image by Agence Olloweb

PHOTOGRAPHERS UNITE!

Moderated by program founder and photographer

Karen Parashkevovthe Photography Salon is a monthly gathering to connect with fellow photographers, share and critique work, and learn new techniques.

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The Salon is held on the first Saturday of each month at the American Legion Hall, 134 Old State Road, Highland Falls, NY 10928 from 11 a.m. til 1p.m.

To assist with funding of programs and activities, there is a fee of $5 for CHAA members$10 for non-members and $2.50 for students.

WHAT TO EXPECT

  • Each presenter to briefly introduce her/himself and explain what style and type of photography they are presenting

  • Presenter to show 5-10 prints or provide digital files on USB for critique

  • Participants should provide thoughtful, positive critique

  • There is no obligation to show work at every salon session

  • Focused Topic-Led Discussions, Workshops, Guest Speakers, Photo Walks and Yearly Contributor Photography Exhibition schedule will be communicated in advance by the Photography Salon. 

  • Yearly Contributor Photography Exhibition ($25 fee - Benefits Salon programs).

SALON GUIDELINES

  • Venue rules must be observed

  • Sign-in required – Name, Email, Phone Number (optional)

  • Participants should remain in designated room during meeting. 

  • Focused Topic-Led Discussions

  • Monthly Share & Critique 

  • Guest Speakers

  • Workshops

  • Photo Walks 

  • Yearly Contributor Photography Exhibition  

Photography is the process of capturing light to create an image of the world that surrounds us. The images are captured using an assortment of camera equipment and techniques and encompass a vast array of styles and types.  The possibilities are as endless as the imagination.

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The Highlands Photography Salon offers monthly gatherings to connect fellow photographers of all backgrounds and experience to share and critique work, learn new photographic styles/types and techniques.  

 

To enhance the creative process and provide learning opportunities, additional programs are offered: 

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MONTHLY AGENDA

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Each Photography Salon meeting features a new, focused topic-led discussion along with the opportunity for participants to share and critique their work. To see what's on the agenda for upcoming meetings, click the button below.

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