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Photoshop Elements 8 on Amazon
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Wildlife and Nature Travel
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June 21st greeted us as the longest day of the year, and now we are officially halfway through 2010. Although the days will start to grow shorter by a few minutes each day, the year is not over at all and some of the most exciting and unique WANT Expeditions of 2010 are yet to come! In this newsletter, you can read about the smashing success of our most recent classic East Africa photo safari and Uganda Mountain Gorilla extension, led by tour guide Ferenc Kis, as well as how you can save “Big” on our ‘Big 5 of India Safari’ in October. We’ll also fill you in on the exciting cultural experiences awaiting you in Jordan, and why you should make sure you don’t miss ‘Midway Atoll-The Ultimate Albatross Paradise.’
2010
1. June’s East Africa Photo Safari and Uganda Mountain Gorilla Extension – raving reviews
2. Jordan – visit a Bedouin camp, drink sage tea with the locals, and see crusader castles
3. Drop in Euro allows you to save “Big” on our ‘Big 5 of India Safari’
4. See a Short-tailed Albatross – one of the world’s rarest sea birds, along with major battle sites on Midway
2011
1. Japan Winter Safari – early booking discount
2. Yellowstone NP Winter Safari – only two spaces available
3. Baja California Wildlife Safari – early booking discount extended
4. Harp Seal Pups Expedition – three spaces open
5. Mali and Burkina Faso Expedition – open for booking!
6. Galapagos Islands Yacht Cruise – room for one single lady traveler!
7. Alaska Wildlife Safari – early booking discount
8. Madagascar – early booking discount JUNE’S EAST AFRICA SAFARI & UGANDA MOUNTAIN GORILLAS
RECAP & RAVING REVIEWS
By Ferenc Kis Guests of the 2010 East Africa Photo Safari and Uganda Mountain Gorilla extension, returned home safe and sound, packed with several once-in-a-lifetime experiences in their hearts, and thousands of images on their hard-drives. Luck was on our side in Bwindi Impenetrable forest, as the gentle giants that appear from the mists were less than a 30 minute hike each day from our starting point, and continued to sit and forage in front of us, as though that had been waiting for us to join them for tea. As one guest stated… “...both Birgit and myself got ‘blessed’ by two Gorillas wanting to be in touch with us ….. what an experience!!!“ In East Africa, over 70 bird and 26 mammal species crossed the focal points of our lenses, while 31 lions and 5 cheetahs kept us on our toes during the early morning drives, together with Leopards and other exciting species. Still, the most exciting moment of the safari was our encounter with hundreds of thousands of migrating wildebeest and zebra – before we could even see them, the rumbling of their groaning could be heard traveling across the plains. We could feel the trembling of the ground quaking from their massive movements, and their smells rising up from the earth greeted us as we approached ever closer! Little dots in the distance we first assumed to be bushes soon transformed to be more animals than we could imagine, until finally, even the most avid photographer put his lens cap on, and just sat back to take in this incredible spectacle! Joe B. (Alexandria, United States) – East Africa 2010
JORDAN – VISIT BEDOUIN CAMPS, DRINK SAGE TEA, TRAVEL BY CAMEL BACK
Jordan is a beautiful, welcoming country full of wondrous cultural spectacles and astounding ancient architecture. In late October 2010, we will guide you through this amazing country. Not only will we visit well-known places like Petra and the Dead Sea, but we will also venture out into the desert to spend an unforgettable night with traditional Bedouin peoples who will invite us to gather around their fire and share a glass of “Bedouin Whiskey” – syrupy sweet, hot, sage tea, followed by a traditional dinner. The people of Jordan are some of the most welcoming in the world, and the beautiful sights makes this an unparalleled cultural journey. Click here for more information on this itinerary and to sign up.
DROP IN THE EURO ALLOWS YOU TO SAVE BIG ON SELECT 2010 AND 2011 TRIPS
Due to their locale, some of our trip’s prices are in Euro, and right now there is a great opportunity for you to take advantage of serious savings! Pay for your trip to Kamchatcka, Greenland, Madagascar and more in full, and save up to $1000 USD per person. Currency fluctuations have also adjusted the price or our ‘Big 5 of Africa’ safari. Click here to email us for more details.
SEE A SHORT-TAILED ALBATROSS
ALONG WITH MAJOR BATTLE SITES ON MIDWAY ATOLL
Up until the mid 1800′s Midway Atoll remained uninhabited, except for an occasional traditional fisherman visiting its rich protected waters. Since that time, untold military battles have been fought on this strategic island, and its rare and endemic wildlife has been subject to untold human impacts. Amazingly, with all of the ecological upheaval, Midway’s wildlife persevered, and just over 100 years after its annexation by the U.S. government, Midway Atoll was declared a National Wildlife Refuge. Midway opened up to study/ecotourism for a short six years from 1996-2002, then closed from 2002-2008. Fortunately, for us, this ‘Ultimate Albatross Paradise’ has reopened, and WANT Expeditions is one of the lucky few who managed to obtain a visitors permit. A trip to this incredible place is a once-in-a-lifetime experience, and a serious accomplishment for any person. No one knows how long this protected place will remain open to the public, but one thing is certain, if you are even slightly considering this destination, click here
so you don’t miss your chance!
ONLY TWO SPACES FOR YELLOWSTONE As with many of our trips, our Yellowstone NP Winter Safari almost entirely sold out within a few days of its listing. Only two spaces remain, click here to be the first to grab these last two spots. BAJA CALIFORNIA – THE BEST PLACE IN THE WORLD FOR WHALE WATCHING! Missing the sea air blowing on your face, and the excitement and anticipation of a majestic whale breaching just meters from your vessel? Click here and don’t miss the early booking discount for WANT Expeditions’ Baja California Wildlife Safari! ONLY THREE SPACES LEFT TO SEE HARP SEAL PUPS Nothing will melt your heart like the unbearable cuteness of a Harp Seal pup on sea ice. These adorable, plump little creatures await you in all their fuzzy, furry, fat glory, while their mother’s have gone in search of food. We only have three spaces open,click here to sign up. FROM HERE TO TIMBUKTU Ready to venture to ancient forgotten lands? Does the city of Timbuktu rhythmically call to you in your sleep? Then, Wildlife and Nature Travel’s Mali and Burkina Faso Expedition is just for you! Now open for booking. Click here for the full itinerary and to sign up. GALAPAGOS – DARWIN’S PARADISE
This trip speaks for itself, but if your idea of a good time has something to do with swimming in warm waters with Sea Lions and Penguins, then venturing onto dry lands to observe the world’s largest tortoise species, and gorgeous sunsets on a gently rocking vessel, then don’t miss Galapagos Islands Yacht Cruise 2011. Are you a single lady traveler? Then click here, we have room for just you!
ALASKA BY SEA AND LAND LAND OF THE LEMURS |
Akos Hivekovics & Jessica Pociask
managing directors
WANT Expeditions – Wildlife and Nature Travel Inc.
www.wantexpeditions.com
PhotoPro: Manfrotto Lighting Seminar
Posted by: | Comments| June 28, 2010 | ||
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Manfrotto Lighting Seminar
Photo Pro will be hosting a Manfrotto Elinchrom Lighting Seminar on Monday, June 28th starting at 6pm-9pm at the Hiawatha Community Center located at 101 Emmons St. Hiawatha, IA (map below).
Bob Stephanie, our Manfrotto Rep., will be here to show you how to use different lighting techniques in different situations. He will start with the basics of lighting-speed light vs. studio strobes, reflectors, etc. He will also go over 1, 2 & 3 light set-ups and the entry level Elinchrom kit and work his way up to the RX & Ranger series. This event is open for all levels of photographers who are interested in learning more or getting tips on lighting.
The cost of the class will be $50 per person and $75 per couple. We ask that you pay in advance to the class. You can sign up for the class at Photo Pro; 153 Collins Rd. NE; Cedar Rapids, IA or by calling (866) 395-9121.
Hiawatha Community Center
June Meeting Reminder
Posted by: | CommentsAs a reminder, at our June 13th meeting (this Sunday), Porter’s Camera will be
demonstrating how to take and make Panoramas. Porter’s staff will demonstrate
all the steps/processes necessary to shoot panoramas along with some special equipment
that can assist you. They will also demo the Photoshop software you can use to
stitch your individual photos into the beautiful panorama you are
envisioning.
To help you prepare for the State Fair, Part 1 our June 13th monthly Club photo contest is
The Family Farm… the 2010 State Fair special theme. I hope you are shooting
farm pictures as the corn & beans are emerging and the flowers are blooming. To
help you prepare for the State Fair, bring to the meeting your The Family Farm
photos. We won’t be judging those photos, but it is an opportunity for you to ask
other Club members for feedback on them prior to submission.
Part 2 of our monthly photo contest is Birds & Insects, which will be judged, and
1st, 2nd and 3rd place awards will be handed out. Although many of us are not
insect enthusiasts (I hate bees), they do provide a nice perspective of nature.
See you on June 13th.
Rick Young
Lightroom 3 is released – Save 30%
Posted by: | CommentsAdobe Photoshop Lightroom 3 is here!
Adobe® Photoshop® Lightroom® 3 software helps you bring out the best in your photography, whether you?re perfecting one image, searching for ten, processing hundreds, or organizing thousands. Create incredible images that move your audience. Experiment fearlessly with state-of-the-art nondestructive editing tools, including world-class noise reduction. Easily manage all your images. And showcase your work in elegant print layouts, slide show videos with music, and on popular photo-sharing sites. All from within one fast, intuitive application.
Cedar Rapids History Center – George Henry Exhibit – A Lifetime behind the Camera
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George Henry Exhibit
“A lifetime Behind the Camera”
Opens Tuesday, June 1st 10:00 am
Photographer George Henry will share his works spanning the length of his career. Photographs will be on display in the Conference Room and throughout the History Center building.
The exhibit will explore themes such as George’s Early Career, Monument Valley, Coe College, white water rafting with the Kennedys, Linn County history and recent adventures in South Africa.
Exhibit Hours: Tuesday through Saturday – 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. Beginning June 1st.
Admission is Free – Donations Appreciated.
Digital Photo Class: Iowa Academy of Creative Arts
Posted by: | CommentsThe Iowa Academy of Creative Arts is accepting applications for its next series
of digital photo classes, taught in the Cherry Building in downtown Cedar Rapids.
Check out their website for more details.
http://www.iaoca.com/photography.php
August Club Meeting 2010
Posted by: | Comments| August 8, 2010 | ||
| 5:00 pm | to | 9:00 pm |
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Event starts at 5:00 pm. The Club will provide the burgers/brats, utensils & drinks.
Club members are to bring a salad or dessert to share. Open to Club members and their families.
Presenter/Topic: No formal presentation
After eating and monthly photo contest judging, Club members are encouraged to stroll Noelridge ad take photos of of the beautiful flowers in the large well-maintained flower beds. Bring lots of memory cards, batteries.. and don’t forget the tripod!
Photo Contest Theme: Anything Goes (except nudes)
Showcase Photographer: NA
New Wildlife and Nature Trips
Posted by: | CommentsFor the past two weeks, our office staff has been intensely occupied developing new trips, working on ground-breaking conservation projects and managing the logistics of our hugely successful Greenland Dogsled Expedition. From this work, we have accumulated a great array of exciting news into this newsletter. Enjoy reading the latest news from the field, trip openings and promotions, and please make sure to let us know your interest in joining any of our voyages or our conservation programs.
For those of you fascinated by bears, mountains and glaciers, we have great news – our complete Alaska itinerary for summer 2011 is now open for booking. No other tour operator in the world, other than WANT Expeditions, offers Mt. McKinley, Denali NP, Fairbanks, Anchorage, Kenai NP, Seward, salmon-fishing bears and Brooks Range and Katmai NP, Juneau, and three days exploring at Glacier Bay NP in one single itinerary! For months, we have worked to build the best possible Alaska itinerary available anywhere. Book early, this trip will surely sell out for 2011. Click here to visit this trip on our website and sign up today.
The Liberian Greenbul is listed as Critically Endangered by the IUCN. Its habitat is in the midst of an incredible rainforest that is at an extreme risk for degradation due to slash and burn practices from local people desperate for quick cash to survive. Through talks with the Liberian government and local communities on how they could benefit from our work there, we know that they are eager to receive us and our efforts in this region. To kickoff this program, we would head into this region for baseline studies that would include mist netting, local infrastructure assessment for tourism purposes, generating trust and confidence in the local community members through face-to-face rapport, and more. Not only will trips like these generate conservation, but they will also provide one of the most enjoyable, in-depth cultural immersion experiences one can imagine.
If you, or someone you know, have an interest in participating in this momentous effort to protect the wild places we visit, we’d love to hear from you. Send us an email to tell us what you think. Please help to spread the word by forwarding or posting this email to every birder, animal lover, adventurer, conservationist, photographer and other person you know. Thank you for your support
managing directors
WANT Expeditions – Wildlife and Nature Travel Inc.
www.wantexpeditions.com
Meeting/State Fair Reminder: May 16th
Posted by: | CommentsA special thanks to Bob Lancaster , Photo Pro, Porter’s and all the volunteers who made the 2010 Canon Explorers of Light seminar a huge success. This was an opportunity for our Club to shine and be a part of the local art community, and we did just that. Hopefully all of you learned some new photographic skills or saw something in Lewis Kemper’s photos that has inspired you. This was another great learning event provided by our Club!
As I have announced on several occasions, the entry deadlines for the 2010 State Fair are June 21st /June 27th. To help you prepare for this event, one of our photo contest themes at the June13th Club meeting is the The Family Farm… this year’s State Fair special theme. I hope you are shooting some farm pictures as the corn & beans are emerging and the flowers are blooming.
Go to the State Fair Photography Solon website and get the details at:
http://www.iowastatefair.org/competition/pdfs/10photo-salon-theme.pdf
http://www.iowastatefair.org/competition/pdfs/10premium_books/ifl/photography_rules_form.pdf
Our next meeting is scheduled for 1:30 on May 16th at Wickiup. We have several topics for our meeting including:
1) Eric Tastad, fellow Club Member, will be demonstrating how he was able to take his fantastic Red Ball picture using an interesting flash technique.
2) “What’s In Your Bag”… several Club Members will be showing us what they carry to help them take those great photos
3) Doug Hoeger is our feature Showcase Photographer and will be showing us many of the great photos he has taken over the last few years.
4) The photo contest theme is Architecture, so get your photos ready.
As mentioned above our June photo contest is two fold. To help prepare for the State Fair bring in your Family Farm photos. We won’t be judging those photos, but we want to see your submissions and it is an opportunity for you to ask other Club members for feedback on them. The judged photo contest theme is Birds & Insects. Although many of us are not insect enthusiasts (I hate bees), they do provide a nice perspective of nature.
See you on May 16th .
Rick Young
North Central Camera Club Council
Photographic Society of America
