Shutterbugs Annual Photo Shoot

In lieu of a regular meeting in April, the Shutterbugs held their annual photo shoot at a private garden in Griffin, GA. The 21 members present had a wonderful time and captured many beautiful images. While King Davis and Marcia Edwards practiced taking portraits of the lovely model Marcia had invited, other members were busy snapping pictures of the spring flowers, the formal gardens, various sculptures, etc. As always, everyone enjoyed getting better acquainted with each other and having time to talk “shop” with fellow photographers.

"Through Our Eyes Exhibit" & Next Meeting

The West Central Georgia Shutterbugs proudly announce the opening of "Through Our Eyes" at the Discovery Center at Callaway Gardens. The photography exhibit features 113 photographs from 33 members of the Shutterbugs. The exhibit is open to the public and can be viewed whenever Callaway Gardens is open. The photographs will be on display until May 2, 2010.

The next meeting of the The West Central Georgia Shutterbugs will be held on March 9, 2010 at 6:30 p.m. at Thomaston-Upson Arts Council (TUAC) Gallery and Gift Shop, located on the courthouse square. Everyone who wants to learn more about photography is invited to attend.

Shutterbugs member, Phyllis Dyche, will present this month's program. During the “Developing An Artistic Eye” presentation, she will discuss color and other principles and elements of art that make up good composition and create marketable images.

Phyllis, a retired teacher, has enjoyed art most of her life. She has experience with several mediums, including acrylic and watercolor painting, and has recently developed a strong interest in photography. Phyllis enjoys photographing her family members, landscapes, and interesting objects. View her photographs on her website at www.dychephotography.com.

Keep updated on all the West Central Georgia Shutterbugs activities on their blog: www. wcgshutterbugs.blogspot.com.

Photo by King Davis.

Shutterbugs Participate in Worldwide Photowalk

On Saturday, July 18, 2009, four Shutterbugs were among over 32,000 photographers who participated in the 2nd annual Worldwide Photowalk. Groups of no more than 50 persons each met at over 900 different locations. The Shutterbugs shown in the picture (front row, L-R: Jennifer Campbell and her children (Paige and Trevor), Dianne Kelly, Johnnie Ann Gaskill, and Joan Phillips) met at Callaway Gardens for a "walk" hosted by Amanda Johnston, far right, who took the photo. Johnnie has been notified that one of her photos was chosen as the "winner" for that location and will advance to the finals in the worldwide competition. Results will be announced by August 17th.

Horsing Around at A Novel Experience

On August 9th, thirteen members of the West Central Georgia Shutterbugs attended the opening reception for the “Horsing Around…” photography exhibit, which may be viewed during the month of August at A Novel Experience, located on the courthouse square in Zebulon. Store hours are Tuesday-Saturday, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. The exhibit includes photos taken by 15 Shutterbugs, as well as those belonging to other photographers in the area. Shown in the photo are: Melba Brown (kneeling), Yvette Tolson, Marcia Fisher, Ellen Tew, Johnnie Ann Gaskill, Fawne DeRosia, Brenda Fayard, Marcia Edwards, Malgorzata Florkowska, Anna Mary Ellerbee, Suzi Axtell, Bonny Shockley, and Marcia Miller. Other Shutterbugs, not pictured, whose photos were also juried into the exhibit: Linda Best and Harolyn Castleberry. Photo by Gordon Brown.

Paddle Georgia

Photo by Johnnie Ann Gaskill

Melba Brown, Anna Mary Ellerbee, Sherry Kunde and Johnnie Ann Gaskill were all out at Sprewell Bluff on Saturday to photograph the “Paddle Georgia” event. Here are links to some of the photos they took that day Enjoy!

Sherry Kunde

Melba Brown

Anna Mary Ellerbee

Johnnie Ann Gaskill

Shutterbugs Attend Reception in Zebulon

Shutterbugs in attendance at A Novel Experience's Puppy Love reception: Brenda Fayard, Malgorzata Florkowska, Fawne DeRosia, Ellen Tew, Harolyn Castleberry, Marcia Fisher, Melba Brown, and Johnnie Ann Gaskill. (Photo by Gordon Brown)

Photo by Johnnie Ann Gaskill.

Puppy Love at A Novel Experience

Nancy McCrary has curated a fabulous show of lovely dog photos from over 20 photographers--the images are funny, inspiring, and poignant. For anyone who has ever loved a dog, this show will elicit wonderful memories and appreciation of that special relationship between the species. The subjects span the dog world --from serious working guys to pampered pooches of the clueless ilk. Doubt the Great Pyrennees can express complex emotions? Come let us make a believer of you!
Part of the fun of this exhibit will be sharing it with a great group of photographers and dog lovers at the Opening Reception on Saturday February 9th from 7-9 p.m. Contribute to the "Ahhhhh Factor" and enjoy complementary wine, cheese, and convivial conversation!RECEPTION: SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 9. 7-9 PM

http://www.anovelexperience.net/

Some of our own Shutterbugs will have photos hanging in this exhibit: Melba Brown, Harolyn Castleberry, Malgorzata Florkowska, Fawne DeRosia, and Brenda Fayard. Congratulations!

Take a Seat - Photography by Paul Conlan

January 8 - 31, 2008

Paul's images capture intriguing details of people, places and objects found in big cites and small towns. Spontaneous moments of life are caught "on the fly" in bold colors, leaving us to ponder what happens next to the subjects in his lens.

Reception Friday, January 18th - 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

A Novel Experience Bookstore on the Courthouse Square
Zebulon, Georgia
770.254.2787
http://www.anovelexperience.net/

Invitation to Paul Conlan

The Centre for Performing and Visual Arts
1523 Lower Fayetteville Road Newnan, Georgia

cordially invites you to
Images in Time
featuring the photography of

Paul Conlan

a compelling look at un-posed urban and rural life
November 5 through December 5, 2007
www.thecentreonline.net
770-254-ARTS

Photo Events Coming Up

This Weekend: The last weekend of SlowExposures! Check out the Schedule on the SlowExposures site. Congratulations Malgorzata Florkowska! She won First Place in the West Central Georgia Category for her photo titled, "Ties That Bind".

October 4th, 2007: 2007 Juried Photography Show & Competition at Arts Clayton opens! The opening reception & awards presentation is Thursday, October 4, 2007 - 5:30-7:30pm - Free! The exhibit will be on display October 1-October 26, 2007. Two of our very own Shutterbugs will be on display: Johnnie Ann Gaskill & Marcia Fisher.

October 19th, 2007: The opening reception for About Face, an exhibit of portraits by 17 photographers depicting the diversity of human relationships, at A Novel Experience in Zebulon. 6:30-9:00 p.m.