Napa Valley Photographic Society
Napa Valley Photographic Society (NVPS)
promotes the art and science of photography, providing education, image appreciation, inspiration, exchange of technologies. The Society fosters personal growth, expression, creativity and excellence in all aspects of photographic endeavors.
promotes the art and science of photography, providing education, image appreciation, inspiration, exchange of technologies. The Society fosters personal growth, expression, creativity and excellence in all aspects of photographic endeavors.
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W e l c o m e !
The Napa Valley Photographic Society (NVPS) organizes exhibits, workshops, field trips and special events.
The group's intent is to perfect our skills and learn from one another, so we prefer to have our images "critiqued" rather than judged.
The group's intent is to perfect our skills and learn from one another, so we prefer to have our images "critiqued" rather than judged.
ABOUT NVPS
The general membership meets once a month* at 7 p.m. except for December. NVPS members meetings feature a guest speaker who provides a look at his or her own work and evaluates submitted images. Each guest speaker is treated to a fine Napa dinner prior to the monthly members' meeting.
*Dues are $50 annually and due at the beginning of the fiscal year, July 1. A student membership is $25 annually.
Payments can be mailed to Napa Valley Photographic Society, P.O. Box 5914, Napa CA 94581; or taken to a members meeting and given to NVPS president, Phil Venable, or NVPS treasurer, Gary Sampson.
Make checks payable to Napa Valley Photographic Society. NVPS is also acceptable.
*Also please note that if you want to submit images to be critiqued during upcoming general meetings at the Napa Senior Activity Center, dues must have reached treasurer Gary Sampson.
*Dues are $50 annually and due at the beginning of the fiscal year, July 1. A student membership is $25 annually.
Payments can be mailed to Napa Valley Photographic Society, P.O. Box 5914, Napa CA 94581; or taken to a members meeting and given to NVPS president, Phil Venable, or NVPS treasurer, Gary Sampson.
Make checks payable to Napa Valley Photographic Society. NVPS is also acceptable.
*Also please note that if you want to submit images to be critiqued during upcoming general meetings at the Napa Senior Activity Center, dues must have reached treasurer Gary Sampson.
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Of Special Interest
Upcoming show
Thanks to the efforts of NVPS member Betty Malmgren the club has again been invited to show at the Eye Specialists offices on Trancas Street this year during the months of September, October and November.
Our last show there was in 2022 during which they also hosted an opening reception for us.
This will not be our annual show but another opportunity to present work and possibly generate some sales. Those wishing to participate must have their club dues up to date.
This is an excellent opportunity for new members to learn about showing their work as well as provide visibility for the club and gain potential new members.
Photos will be hung in the office hallways and waiting areas. Although the hallways are not open to the public it's a busy practice with lots of foot traffic.
Members can submit up to two images, either new work or what they have on hand but please do not submit images shown there in 2022.
Guidelines
The theme at this point is “General” which will allow members to be flexible and submit photos on hand.
Although we don’t have room/time to “jury” photos, images presented for consideration should be properly framed and “professional” looking. Metal and other presentations are acceptable.
The hang date is still to be determined. Volunteers will be needed. Watch for updates and more information.
Thanks to the efforts of NVPS member Betty Malmgren the club has again been invited to show at the Eye Specialists offices on Trancas Street this year during the months of September, October and November.
Our last show there was in 2022 during which they also hosted an opening reception for us.
This will not be our annual show but another opportunity to present work and possibly generate some sales. Those wishing to participate must have their club dues up to date.
This is an excellent opportunity for new members to learn about showing their work as well as provide visibility for the club and gain potential new members.
Photos will be hung in the office hallways and waiting areas. Although the hallways are not open to the public it's a busy practice with lots of foot traffic.
Members can submit up to two images, either new work or what they have on hand but please do not submit images shown there in 2022.
Guidelines
The theme at this point is “General” which will allow members to be flexible and submit photos on hand.
Although we don’t have room/time to “jury” photos, images presented for consideration should be properly framed and “professional” looking. Metal and other presentations are acceptable.
- Send a notice of intent to enter to Betty at [email protected] between July 1 and Aug. 14, with the subject line "NVPS Show Entry." Include your name, the name of photo and its finished size, as well as contact information and whether or not the image is available for sale.
- Once you hear back from Betty, send her the digital images of the photo(s) so they can be organized in advance and tags prepared that will include the name of photo, photographer, as well as an indication of size, and contact information in case there is interest in purchasing. Be sure to indicate if an image is not for sale.
- Members can deliver photos to the club's Aug. 26 meeting. Betty (and a helper) will be in the parking lot in advance of the meeting to accept photos. Photos should be wrapped for transport with your name written on the wrapping.
- If you need to make special arrangements to drop off photos or have them picked up contact Betty in advance.
The hang date is still to be determined. Volunteers will be needed. Watch for updates and more information.
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Remarkable Journeys
Remarkable Journeys, an ongoing travel program at the Napa County Library, is now held quarterly. Several members have participated in the past showing images and presenting information on a memorable trip. Judd Howell is scheduled for June 20.
Additional NVPS members are invited to contact [email protected] or call her at (707) 253-4223 for more information. A program is needed for the quarter July/August/September and one for October/November/December. She can also pre-book for next year. The programs are from 6 to 7 p.m. in the Community Room with the presentation usually 45 minutes and Q&A for 15 minutes. The library does promotion, and set up and take down of the room. It’s a good opportunity for our members and can also provide visibility for the club.
Additional NVPS members are invited to contact [email protected] or call her at (707) 253-4223 for more information. A program is needed for the quarter July/August/September and one for October/November/December. She can also pre-book for next year. The programs are from 6 to 7 p.m. in the Community Room with the presentation usually 45 minutes and Q&A for 15 minutes. The library does promotion, and set up and take down of the room. It’s a good opportunity for our members and can also provide visibility for the club.
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Library Exhibit
Mitchell Glotzer's images are currently displayed at the Napa County Library, 500 Coombs St.
Glotzer, house photographer for The Uptown and the Blue Note jazz club, has documented musicians and performers at numerous music venues, including the local clubs, BottleRock and the Oxbow Riverfront stage.
Details: (707) 253-2435
Glotzer, house photographer for The Uptown and the Blue Note jazz club, has documented musicians and performers at numerous music venues, including the local clubs, BottleRock and the Oxbow Riverfront stage.
Details: (707) 253-2435
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IN THE SPOTLIGHT
The current Spotlight artist is Joe Sinclair whose camera is with him where ever he goes. The selection includes an eclectic array of some of his favorite images.
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THE RETURN OF THE CLUB NEWSLETTER
The club's monthly newsletter is up and running again after a long hiatus and is now appearing in member emails. For details on how members can add important, photography-related information to be shared with fellow members visit the NEWSLETTER GUIDELINES page for details.
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👉HELP WANTED!
A GENTLE REMINDER: Interested in helping with club activities and events as life returns to 'normal' following the recent pandemic.
Check out the NEWS, PRESIDENTS MESSAGE page and the options listed by NVPS president Phil Venable.
Check out the NEWS, PRESIDENTS MESSAGE page and the options listed by NVPS president Phil Venable.
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AUDUBON 'HOW-TO' VIDEO
Now is a good time to consider learning about bird photography. Check out this Audubon Society link on how to take cell phone videos of birds:
https://www.audubon.org/news/how-shoot-good-bird-videos-your-camera
https://www.audubon.org/news/how-shoot-good-bird-videos-your-camera
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OTHER PHOTOGRAPHY OPTIONS
Take a look at the feature, A Walk Through the Neighborhood, on the PHOTO OPS, WORKSHOPS, FIELD TRIPS & MEET-UPS page. If you have images to contribute, you'll also find information there on how to size them and where they should be sent.
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Meeting Location
Monthly meetings are held at the Napa Senior Activity Center, 1500 Jefferson St., from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Enter the meeting room via the path on the right side the main entrance fronting the Center's parking lot.
The business meeting starts at 7 p.m. with a short briefing from the president. (We always appreciate help with the set-up and break-down tasks!) Briefing topics include the introduction of NVPS guests, general NVPS updates, news of member/NVPS exhibits and shows, field trips, workshops and various NVPS activities
Introduction of the evening's guest speaker is followed by a presentation illustrating the speaker's background, passion and/or specialty in the art of photography.
Following a five- to 10-minute break, the guest speaker will critique images submitted by NVPS members. (Prior to the meeting, the guest speaker will have suggested a theme for the month's critique.)
Photographs presented are mostly projected digital images but prints may be presented as well.
The meeting ends promptly at 9 p.m.
Enter the meeting room via the path on the right side the main entrance fronting the Center's parking lot.
The business meeting starts at 7 p.m. with a short briefing from the president. (We always appreciate help with the set-up and break-down tasks!) Briefing topics include the introduction of NVPS guests, general NVPS updates, news of member/NVPS exhibits and shows, field trips, workshops and various NVPS activities
Introduction of the evening's guest speaker is followed by a presentation illustrating the speaker's background, passion and/or specialty in the art of photography.
Following a five- to 10-minute break, the guest speaker will critique images submitted by NVPS members. (Prior to the meeting, the guest speaker will have suggested a theme for the month's critique.)
Photographs presented are mostly projected digital images but prints may be presented as well.
The meeting ends promptly at 9 p.m.
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All photos published on this website are copyright protected and cannot be used without authorization of the photographer. If you wish to use or purchase a specific image, contact the Website Manager, who will provide the photographer with your contact information. NVPS members who does not wish to have their images displayed on this website, please contact the Website Manager who can remove the image or images.
(For a listing of past guest speakers, visit the ARCHIVES page.)
(For a listing of past guest speakers, visit the ARCHIVES page.)