2015 Owen Sound Art Banners – Call for Artists

The Owen Sound Art Banner Project is seeking submissions for 2015. Selected entrees will be printed on banners that hang along the harbour during the summer. It’s a great way to get you work out in the public and a fun project that decorates the city and celebrates the diverse range of artists in the area.

Check out the Art Banner website for more information, including submission guidelines and overall rules. While you’re there, be sure to browse through the 2014 Banners and the 2013 Banners. You’ll find a few representatives from the Camera Club from both years!

A Message rom the President

It’s that time of year again when we get together with friends, family and co-workers to celebrate this holiday season. It’s a time of rest, joy and reflection on the past year, a time of new beginnings and opportunities, and a time of peace.
On behalf of the Owen Sound Camera Club, I wish you all Happy Hanukkah, Feliz Navidad, Joyeux Noel and a Merry Christmas in whatever your native tongue may be. Stay safe for the holidays, and don’t forget to take some pictures to capture those precious moments.

Greg McMillan
President, OSCC

The December Theme – Coffee

We had another great showing for out December Theme. Coffee, the world’s most popular beverage. This month we explore the members’ interpretation of the word “coffee”, with a little extra technical instruction thrown into the assignment. The idea was to shoot the two different photos at two very different apertures to see what effect aperture has on an image. The two images did not have to be the same, although some were, but just utilize two different aperture settings to suit the image or scene.

Here’s the video showcasing the photos.

Lots To Be Thankful For

With our Canadian Thanksgiving more than a month in the past and our American friends’ Thanksgiving last week as I write this, it’s a reminder that there is plenty to be thankful for in our world. And in the Owen Sound Camera Club’s world, there is something special to be thankful for. Let me explain.

Over the past couple of years or so the OSCC has grown dramatically. That alone is something to be thankful for. Within the membership body we have found a number of new friends to learn from, to teach, and to just enjoy each other’s company. But there has been one special group of people who have been friends to the camera club that we are especially grateful to have a relationship with, and that’s the folks at Foto Art.

For the last 7 years Foto Art has been kind enough to open up their back room, previously occupied by portrait photographer Charles van den Ouden. When we were offered the back room of a camera store as a place to hold our meetings we couldn’t think of a better place.

However, with time comes change. As I mentioned above, the Owen Sound Camera Club has grown, and as happy as that makes us collectively, sadly we have outgrown the space at Foto Art. We have relocated to the New Life Centre, formerly known as Timothy Christian School. Our friendship with Foto Art will surely continue and on behalf of the OSCC, I would like to say a big Thank You to Peter Ciokan and all the staff who have been a great help to the club over the years. The use of the store for our meetings will certainly be remembered in our history and we are truly grateful for it.

Greg McMillan,

OSCC President

Tom Jenks work at Goss Design Studio, Nov 21-29

©Tom Jenks The Goss Design Studio holds an annual show featuring the hand-made jewellery of Sandra Noble Goss and Andrew Goss, as well as the work of a guest artist. This year’s guest artist is our own Tom Jenks. A longtime contributor and member of the camera club, soon to be a past member with his upcoming move to slightly warmer parts (Guelph), most of us are familiar with his travels to Africa (twice) and the Antarctic through his presentations at the Camera Club and his displays at the Full Spectrum Gallery.

Earlier this fall, Tom added Northern Ontario to his travelling resume. His trip coincided with the schedule of the salmon spawning at the Nipigon River near Red Rock. Where there are hordes of salmon, there are eagles, and Tom seized the opportunity to photograph these majestic birds who came looking for an easy meal.

©Tom Jenks

Some of these eagles will be joining works from his past travels in what is sure to be another terrific display spanning three continents. From concept to camera to print to frame to wall, Tom’s shows are always a great representation of the complete photographic process, and an inspiration to any photographer. Be sure to check it out!

ANNUAL OPEN HOUSE

GOSS DESIGN STUDIO
781 2nd Ave West, Owen Sound
Hours: Friday, November 21, 4 – 9 pm
Saturday, November 22 through Saturday, November 29, 10 am – 6 pm

Another New Member Gallery

Electric-MinotaurA recent addition to the club, Gem Webb has uploaded a gallery page featuring a great collection of images. He’s clearly not shy about getting his feet wet or wandering about with flashlights and camera gear after dark! Gem is a skilled computer guy (he’s joined our website team), so be sure to check out his creative ‘fantasy edits’.

Head to his gallery, browse his photos, read more about him, find out how to connect with him on other online platforms, and welcome him to the club!