Mike Giovinazzo Meetup sites

Some people were interested in more information on Mike’s Meetup groups. An account is needed to sign up. Here are the links:


https://www.meetup.com/the-ottawa-photography-meetup-group/

https://www.meetup.com/ottawa-photographer-model-meetup

You can also find them on Facebook:

https://www.facebook.com/groups/OttawaPhotoMeetup/


Mike’s portfolio can be found at http://portfolio.giovinazzo.ca
You can also access his YouTube ‘Watch and Learn” series at no cost.
See  https://tinyurl.com/MG-watchandlearn 

Happy Holidays!

December Monthly Meeting

Sun and Moon Pagodas in Guilin by Amy Lo

The next monthly meeting will be held on Friday, December 5th starting at 9:15 a.m.

Your Monthly Challenge images must be emailed to contact@ksccc.ca by noon on Friday, November 28th to be included in the meeting. Indicate clearly in your email that your images are for the Monthly Challenge and which one you would like to submit for the Photo Review. You may send up to three images for the Monthly Challenge, and you may nominate one image for the Monthly Photo Review.

NOTE: If you do not receive an email confirming that your images have been received, send a follow-up email to contact@ksccc.ca. For details on how to submit photos, including formats and titles, go to our Pictures/How to Submit page.

The agenda for the meeting is:

  • Opening Remarks
  • Kanata Seniors’ Centre Print Management by Ron
  • Mat Cutting Workshop Announcement by Ross
  • Presentation “One Light Portraits” by Mike Giovinazzo
  • Coffee Break
  • Slideshow of Member Images from the Challenge on Night Photography
  • Monthly Photo Review
  • The next Meeting will be on Friday January 9th. The theme for the Monthly Challenge will be Unusual Perspectives, photos to be sent by noon Friday January 2nd. Capture scenes from unique and unexpected angles. This could involve shooting from the ground, from above, or incorporating unusual camera orientations.
  • Fix My Pic submissions
  • Member Slideshow if time permits
  • Concluding Remarks

See you at the meeting.

“One Light Portraits” by Mike Giovinazzo, Friday December 5th 2025

Description: Last year Mike did a well-received talk on travel photography. We are thrilled to have Mike back to do a presentation on “One Light Portraits”.

Bio: Mike’s photographic journey spans 5 decades. He has a wealth of experience and insights, from initial shoot planning to post processing. He no longer just “takes” images, he “creates” them.

A born mentor and teacher Mike focuses on sharing his passion and experience with others. He supports several local camera clubs in various capacities offering presentations, classes and workshops.

In the field he offers hands on guidance to new as well as experienced photographers alike. Online he conducts tutorials on composition, Lightroom, Photoshop and a host of others…
Mike enthusiastically and professionally shares decades of knowledge in a wide range of photographic topics.

Mike’s greatest reward is seeing photographers grow in skill and confidence; sharing beautiful work that he realizes they likely could not have achieved without his support and guidance.

His portfolio can be found at http://portfolio.giovinazzo.ca
You can also access his YouTube ‘Watch and Learn” series at no cost.
See  https://tinyurl.com/MG-watchandlearn 

November Monthly Meeting

Perce Rock by Peter von Moos

The next monthly meeting will be held on Friday, November 7th starting at 9:15 a.m.

Your Monthly Challenge images must be emailed to contact@ksccc.ca by noon on Friday, October 31st to be included in the meeting. Indicate clearly in your email that your images are for the Monthly Challenge and which one you would like to submit for the Photo Review. You may send up to three images for the Monthly Challenge, and you may nominate one image for the Monthly Photo Review.

NOTE: If you do not receive an email confirming that your images have been received, send a follow-up email to contact@ksccc.ca. For details on how to submit photos, including formats and titles, go to our Pictures/How to Submit page.

The agenda for the meeting is:

  • Opening Remarks
  • Presentation “Contemplative Photography” by Henry Fernando
  • Coffee Break
  • Ideas for the Selfies Challenge by Manfred
  • Introduction to Mat Cutting by Ross
  • Slideshow of Member Images from the Challenge on Minimalism
  • Monthly Photo Review
  • The next Meeting will be on Friday December 5th. The theme for the Monthly Challenge will be Night Photography, photos to be sent by noon Friday November 28th
  • Fix My Pic submissions
  • Member Slideshow if time permits
  • Concluding Remarks

See you at the meeting.

October Monthly Meeting

Fog at the Lake by Lynn Dion

The next monthly meeting will be held on Friday, October 3rd starting at 9:15 a.m.

Your Monthly Challenge images must be emailed to contact@ksccc.ca by noon on Friday, September 26th to be included in the meeting. Indicate clearly in your email that your images are for the Monthly Challenge and which one you would like to submit for the Photo Review. You may send up to three images for the Monthly Challenge, and you may nominate one image for the Monthly Photo Review.

NOTE: If you do not receive an email confirming that your images have been received, send a follow-up email to contact@ksccc.ca. For details on how to submit photos, including formats and titles, go to our Pictures/How to Submit page.

The agenda for the meeting is:

  • Opening Remarks
  • Presentation “Antartica” by Ted Timmons
  • Coffee Break
  • Affinity Photo Presentation by Paul Grant
  • Slideshow of Member Images from the Summer Challenge on Monochrome Madness
  • The next Meeting will be on Friday November 7th. The theme for the Monthly Challenge will be Minimalism, photos to be sent by noon Friday October 31st
  • A minimalist image is one where over 50% of the image is made up of “negative” space.
  • Fix My Pic submissions
  • Member Slideshow if time permits
  • Concluding Remarks

See you at the meeting.

September Monthly Meeting

Vortography In the Nick of Time by W. Wood

The next monthly meeting will be held on Friday, September 12th starting at 9:15 a.m.

Your Monthly Challenge images must be emailed to contact@ksccc.ca by noon on Friday, September 5th to be included in the meeting. Indicate clearly in your email that your images are for the Monthly Challenge and which one you would like to submit for the Photo Review. You may send up to three images for the Monthly Challenge, and you may nominate one image for the Monthly Photo Review.

NOTE: If you do not receive an email confirming that your images have been received, send a follow-up email to contact@ksccc.ca. For details on how to submit photos, including formats and titles, go to our Pictures/How to Submit page.

The agenda for the meeting is:

  • Opening Remarks
  • Streamlining meetings with new web pages
  • Presentation on annual project “Selfies”
  • Presentation “Drone Photography & Videography” by Mark Guzewski
  • Coffee Break
  • Slideshow of Member Images from the Summer Challenge on Through the Looking Glass
  • The next Meeting will be on Friday October 3rd. The theme for the Monthly Challenge will be Monochrome Madness, photos to be sent by noon Friday September 26th
  • Fix My Pic submissions
  • Member Slideshow if time permits
  • Concluding Remarks

See you at the meeting.

June Monthly Meeting

Chippie by Ed Lascelle

The next monthly meeting will be held on Friday, June 6th starting at 9:15 a.m.

Your Monthly Challenge and Triptych images must be emailed to contact@ksccc.ca by noon on Friday, May 30th to be included in the meeting. Indicate clearly in your email that your images are for the Monthly Challenge or Triptych Challenge and which one you would like to submit for the Photo Review. You may send up to three images for the Monthly Challenge and the same number for the Triptych Challenge, and you may nominate one image for the Monthly as well as the Triptych Photo Review.

NOTE: If you do not receive an email confirming that your images have been received, send a follow-up email to contact@ksccc.ca. For details on how to submit photos, including formats and titles, go to our Pictures/How to Submit page.

The agenda for the meeting is:

  • Opening Remarks
  • Presentation of member’s videos
  • Coffee Break (Debbie and Jay-Dee will be available to answers questions)
  • Slideshow of Member Images from the May Challenge on Captioned Photos
  • Slideshow of the Triptych Challenge
  • The next Meeting will be on Friday September 12th. The theme for the Monthly Challenge will be Through the Looking Glass, photos to be sent by noon Friday September 5th
  • Monthly & Triptych Photo Review
  • Fix My Pic submissions
  • Introduction to 2025/2026 Challenges
  • Concluding Remarks

See you at the meeting.

Triptych News

Here are a few different ways to create a Triptych for those of you who want to submit (up to 3 allowed):

  1. Photoshop Elements Creating a Triptych
  2. Frame Tool in Photoshop
  3. Crop Tool in Photoshop (works in very old photoshop as well)

Also, when you submit your triptych, please indicate if you would like to talk about one at the meeting (similar to how we do the Monthly Review of photos). For those of you non-procrastinators who have already submitted :), send an email to contact@ksccc.ca if you would like to add one of your already submitted images for review.

She’s 9 and Already Winning Major Photography Awards – Meet the Eagle Eyed Girl

What can a 9 year old teach you about photography? A lot more than you’d think. In this inspiring episode of Visual Education, Karl Taylor sits down with Jamie Smart, also known as the Eagle Eyed Girl, an award-winning young photographer who’s already leaving seasoned pros in awe. From waking at dawn to capture elusive birds, to handholding an 800mm lens and mastering macro flash techniques, Jamie’s skill and passion for wildlife photography are truly next level.

See the video here.

Her website can be found here.