Project 9.11

News from Professional Photographers' Society of New York State, Inc.
For more information contact: Paul Bernstein, (518) 434-9500
Professional Photographers' Society Commemorates the 10th Anniversary of 9/11
Members Work Together to Capture New York State's Resilience and Unity

ALBANY, NY -- The Professional Photographers' Society of New York State, Inc.(PPSNYS) is organizing
Project 9/11, which will involve members of the Association taking photos throughout New York State on
Sunday, September 11, 2011 – the 10th anniversary of 9/11. During this 24 hour period, the Association will capture the spirit of New York's resilience and unity through the eyes and lenses of participants from its over 400 professional photographer members. People and events from Montauk to Buffalo, Jamestown to Plattsburgh will be photographed.
The ultimate goal of Project 9/11 is to produce a piece of living history, demonstrating the power of visual media to capture and document the emotions, people and events in this brief moment in time. To accomplish this, PPSNYS is harnessing the talents, minds and hearts of some of the finest people in the profession. Submitted photos will be evaluated by the Project 9/11 Committee. The photographer with the winning photo will be honored at the 2012 Photo North East Convention and Trade Show, taking place March 24 – 27. To view a list of participating photographers in your area please visit www.ppsnys.com and click on 'Project 9/11'.

About PPSNYS: The Professional Photographers' Society of New York State, Inc. was formed solely to instruct its members and the public in photography and to create, foster, promote and encourage the exchange of knowledge among its members and the public. PPSNYS is a society dedicated to the advancement of photography both as a science and an art. Members are encouraged to develop the highest standards of professionalism, ethics, business practices and customer relations.

For more information about Project 9/11, please contact PPSNYS Headquarters at (518) 434-9500 or headquarters@ppsnys.com.

PPSNYS Lecture Series Continues on October 16

TIM RILEY 

Have you registered for this upcoming seminar? It's free for PPSNYS members and open to non-members for a $25 fee. 


Here's what speaker Tim Riley says: 
"As unemployment rises, so to do the number of new photographers. Armed with a new SLR Camera, the average Joe can get stunning results and build a portfolio that will rob you of life-long customers. Let 2012 be the year you begin to work "on" your business and not "in" your business.Forget about Photoshop and learn why using Lightroom can reduce your editing time by 80%. This introductory class will explain the basics of Adobe Lightroom and how to keep your desktop and mind clear of clutter."

The Lecture will be presented in Rochester, New York at the Hyatt Hotel from 8:00pm until 11:00pm. Don't forget your laptops! 
Please click HERE to RSVP.

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September News

In this News Update Hurricane Irene Outreach SNAPP Talent Exchange Program Lecture Series - Tim Riley   Project 9.11 Hurricane Irene   Many areas throughout New York State suffered much destructionas a result of Sunday's hurricane.  If you, or a member you know, is in need of assistance, information or services in the aftermath of this storm, please contact Headquarters at 518-434-9500 or headquarters@ppsnys.com.  Now is the chance for PPSNYS members to come together and support one another in this time of need!       Southwestern New York Association of Professional Photographers Presents the 2011   Talent Exchange Program and Print Competition When:  September 18, 2011 Where:  Robert H. Jackson Center, 305 East Fourth Street, Jamestown, NY 14071 (Please use Prendergast St. entrance)  Cost:  $65 for SNAPP, PPA, PPSNYS, or PPO members; $75 for non-members (fee includes breakfast, lunch, dinner and banquet)   Seth Garcia will present on the following: The Power of Light Free yourself and have more control shooting morning, noon or night regardless of the natural or artificial light conditions, properly exposing your subject as well as your backgrounds. The Power of Photoshop Today, Digital processing skills are essential to every photographer.  Increase the value and profitability of your work, learn the power of Adobe Photoshop - the number one photo editing tool on the planet - and unleash your creativity!    Program Schedule 8:30am     Registration and Print Entry 9:00am     Seth Garcia's Program (The Power of Light) 11:30am   Print Judging and Trade Show 1:00am     Lunch 2:00pm     Seth Garcia's Program (The Power of Photoshop) 4:00pm     Print Critique   Banquet and Awards Presentation    Seth Garcia Seth shoots high-resolution digital images for weddings, corporate events, photojournalism, and commercial and fashion clients.  Seth's work has appeared in numerous international, national and local publications and magazine and on billboards, websites, posters and CD covers.  His portfolio includes work for Maxim, Fox Sports, Newsweek, and many other publications.   For more details and registration information click here! PPSNYS Lecture Series -   Tim Riley  An Introduction to a Sustainable Lightroom Workflow    Where: Hyatt Regency Rochester 125 East Main Street Rochester, NY 14604 When: Sunday October 16, 2011 from 8:00 PM to 11:00 PM EDT Cost: FREE for PPSNYS Members, $25 for Non-members  As unemployment rises, so to do the number of new photographers. Armed with a new SLR Camera, the average Joe can get stunning results and build a portfolio that will rob you of life-long customers. Let 2012 be the year you begin to work "on" your business and not "in" your business. Forget about Photoshop and learn why using Lightroom can reduce your editing time by 80%. This introductory class will explain the basics of Adobe Lightroom and how to keep your desktop and mind clear of clutter. Don't forget your laptops! Please click on the link below to RSVP. REGISTER TODAY!     Project 9.11 The ultimate goal of Project 9.11 is to produce a piece of living history, demonstrating the power of visual media to capture and document the emotions, people and events in this brief moment in time. To accomplish this, PPSNYS is harnessing the talents, minds and hearts of some of the finest people in the profession.  Learn more>>  Thank you to all those registered for Project 9.11! If you haven't already, please register today! The deadline to register is Wednesday, September 7th.    Please contact PPSNYS Headquarters with any questions, 518-434-9500, headquarters@ppsnys.com. Thank you for your participation.