Nature Undisturbed 2011 Juror Makes Selections

Susan Todd-Raque, Atlanta based art advisor and consultant specializing in photography, has selected the images for 2011 Nature Undisturbed. The show is growing and receiving many more entries each year. This year 96 photographers representing 10 states submitted 467 photographs for consideration. From this pool, 55 photos were selected. Thirty-six photographers from 7 states are represented in this group.

“This is remarkable,” said show director Donna Rosser, “our first year, 2009, we had only 45 photographers enter. This year 45 photographers from Fayette and Coweta counties entered the show. From Georgia, we had 85 photographers. It is an awesome experience to meet so many photographers who share a passion for nature photography.” Last year residents of Fayette County were the winners in both categories.

Nature Undisturbed showcases the beauty of nature. It also brings awareness to the local conservation group, Southern Conservation Trust. Many people in the area benefit from the work they do. Line Creek, Flat Creek, and Sams Lake nature areas are all maintained by the Trust. This year Nature Undisturbed has added Flint Riverkeepers to the show and the Flint River to the site specific category.

Dogwood Gallery in Tyrone, Georgia will the home of Nature, Undisturbed. “We are looking forward to a great event and an opening reception on April 16 that will be an exceptional art event in Fayette County. Also, our panel discussion scheduled for April 30 is not to be missed. It is humbling to see such rapid growth with the event.” Not only does the show exhibit the great photography but it gives the public a great opportunity to learn about art collecting with an emphasis on photography.

For more information on the show, this year’s juror, and the panel discussion; visit the website at www.natureundisturbed.com. Mark your calendar to attend the event at Dogwood Gallery and Framer in Tyrone April 16 through May 1st. The opening reception is open to everyone and is always a packed house with fun, great food, and wonderful photography.

'Art Thru the Lens' Photo Contest

Enjoy art through the interpretation of amateur photographers at the 2nd Annual Photo Contest “Art Thru the Lens” exhibition at George Pierce Park Community Recreation Center. On display are beautiful photo entries of landscapes, pets and still life objects, by local photographers who have transformed their hobby into works of art.

Everyone is invited to enjoy the art show and become a critique for the day. Members of the public will judge the contest entries via anonymous votes. The winners will be announced at an Artist Reception on Fri., April 1.

The photos entries will be on display from Feb. 25 - April 1. Exhibit hours are Mon. – Thurs. 9 a.m. – 8 p.m., Fri. 9 a.m. – 4 p.m., Sat. 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Admission is free. George Pierce Park Community Recreation center is located at 55 Buford Hwy, in Suwanee. For more information, call 770-831-4173 or visit www.gwinnettparks.com.

SlowExposures Returns to Georgia this Fall

SlowExposures, the nationally recognized juried photo exhibition held each Fall in Pike County, Georgia, faithfully captures the rural South's distinct history and character through fine art photography.

The ninth showcase of photography opens on Friday, September 16th, 2011, in the 1887 R. F. Strickland Building (listed on the National Register of Historic Places), a late nineteenth century mercantile store, in historic Concord, Georgia, one hour south of the Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport.

Elizabeth Biondi, Visuals Editor of The New Yorker, and Peter Essick, with National Geographic Magazine, are the jurors for this year’s show.

The “call for entries” begins in February, with a submission deadline of June 15th. Details on the entry process will be posted on the website in early February.

The photo celebration, which continues for two event-filled weekends, includes:

The Main Photo Exhibit, featuring dozens of images, which interpret the rural South,

A Lunch and Learn Photo Presentation,

John Bennette’s (the New York City collector) Show,

A Jurors’ Talk with Elizabeth Biondi and Peter Essick,

A Portfolio Review/Portfolio Walk that offers photographers the opportunity to have their work evaluated by some of the field's most respected professionals,

A Local Student’s Photography Contest,

Several Satellite Shows

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The Slow Exposures Ball (dinner/dance) on Saturday, September 17th.

SlowExposures is the annual fundraiser of Pike Historic Preservation and is dedicated to supporting the historical and cultural heritage of the rural South through contemporary photography.

All proceeds from the show and the accompanying events go toward the preservation of historic buildings and landscapes.

Information and news will be available through Facebook, Twitter and an expanded, interactive website.

For more information, please visit www.slowexposures.org or contact Slow Exposures, PO Box 489, Zebulon, GA, 30295, (770) 567-3600.

SlowExposures 2011 concludes on Sunday, September 25th.
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Watch tonight’s sold-out Peter Galassi lecture online via a live webcast tonight at 7 p.m.

Starting at 7 p.m., click on this link to watch: http://www.webcastingtechnologies.com/rich/

Peter Galassi, Chief Curator, Department of Photography, The Museum of Modern Art, will provide an overview of the exhibition "Henri Cartier-Bresson: The Modern Century," which opens to the public on Saturday, February 19.

Henri Cartier-Bresson (1908-2004) is one of the most original, accomplished, influential, and beloved figures in the history of photography. For more than twenty-five years he was the keenest observer of the global theatre of human affairs—and one of the great portraitists of the twentieth century.

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We HIGHLY recommend this! Yesterday a couple of us from Arts Across Georgia were treated to a pre-opening walk and talk with Galassi. It was fascinating, just like the exhibit. He is a walking fount of knowledge... no one could stump him. We'll be going back to see the exhibit.

Take Your Best Shot – Nature, Undisturbed Deadline January 31, 2011

You still have time to capture your best photographs and enter them in the Southern Crescent’s premier photography exhibition. The 3rd annual juried exhibition Nature, Undisturbed™ continues to solicit entries for the 2011 competition through January 31.

Nature, Undisturbed™ is a celebration of the natural world. The exhibition will showcase the majestic beauty of nature, wildlife, and our local landscapes. The show brings the outside in for all to enjoy, highlighting the importance of greenspace and natural habitat protection for future generations of people and wildlife. This is your chance to capture moments on the not-so-beaten path and inspire others to do the same!

Take advantage of picture perfect natures areas in our community: Sams Lake Sanctuary south of Fayetteville, Line Creek Nature Area on Hwy 54 in Peachtree City, and Flat Creek Nature Area next to the Peachtree City Amphitheater. Photo opportunities abound at each for the Nature, Undisturbed™ ‘site specific’ category. Southern Conservation Trust manages all three public preserves and a portion of the exhibition proceeds benefit the Trust’s land conservation efforts. Visit www.sctlandtrust.org for driving directions.

Finalists’ works will be on display throughout the exhibition and events, April 16 – April 30, 2011, at Dogwood Gallery and Framer in Tyrone.

For more details and to download the call for entries application, visit www.NatureUndisturbed.com .

Exhibition - Dr. Roy Ward’s Photographs

Now through February 7, 2011, at the Oconee Cultural Arts Foundation (OCAF) in Watkinsville, GA. This exhibition features black & white photography by Watkinsville's own Dr. Roy Ward. Images include photographs from our local scenic landscape, eastern coastal and mountain scenes, and a few feline inhabitants. One thing that all these images have in common is the timeless quality they possess. This is the first time OCAF has exhibited Dr. Ward's artwork. Opening reception to be held on Friday, January 7, 6 – 8 PM. For more information call (706) 769-4565, email info@ocaf.com or visit the website www.ocaf.com. OCAF is located at 34 School Street in Watkinsville, GA. Gallery hours are Tuesday – Saturday 10 AM – 4 PM.

Nature Undisturbed 2011 Call for Entries - Deadline Jan 31st

Nature Undisturbed is becoming the springtime art event in the Southern Crescent. There is nothing like it in Atlanta. The call for entries is going on now. Nature Undisturbed is a juried photography show and sale celebrating the natural world. The previous years’ shows have been well received by the photography community and those who love good art. Last year the number of entries grew and sales were up. Nature Undisturbed is more than a photo show and sale; it is also a benefit for local conservation groups. There are two categories to enter. The first category is a nature photograph taken at any location, worldwide. The second category is a nature photograph taken on location at a property maintained by Southern Conservation Trust or of the Flint River.

Nature Undisturbed is a great opportunity for local photographers to become a part of a high end juried event. Last year entries arrived from 11 states. Donna Rosser, the show director, has received emails from photographers in Australia and the UK. Nature photography is something we can all relate to. Who hasn’t taken a sunset, beach, fall foliage or countless other nature photographs? This show is inspiration to the hobbyist and beginner photographer. The first place photos in each category last year were taken by Fayette County photographers.

Besides being an event for photographers – it is an event for the nature lover. The photography featured is diverse – not your typical calendar photo. The conservationist can feel good about the show since it helps raise awareness and funds for conservation groups. And lastly, this is an excellent opportunity for the art lover to add to a photography collection or begin one. During the show we will present a panel discussion on collecting photography moderated by juror, Susan Todd-Raque. If you have considered building a great photography collection, this is the time to come out and meet the photographers.

For more information on this year’s juror, the complete entry process, and a schedule of all show events; visit the website at www.natureundisturbed.com. The deadline to enter is January 31, 2011. Everyone is invited to the opening reception at Dogwood Gallery and Framer in Tyrone on April 16th from 6:00 to 9:00.

Nature, Undisturbed 2011 - 24 Days Left Until Entry Deadline!

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CEA and Photojojo Launch ‘Best Shots’ Photo Contest

(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Consumer Electronics Association (CEA)® and Photojojo today launched a digital photo contest to encourage consumers to share and display their digital photographs. The grand prize winner, to be announced January 9, 2011, at the 2011 International CES, will receive a Canon EOS Digital Rebel T1i 15.1MP digital SLR camera, a bag and a 55-250mm zoom lens.

“With digital photography, there are many opportunities to go beyond uploading to a computer, including online sharing, printing, creating digital photo frames and producing fun photo projects”

The “Best Shots” contest begins today and photo submissions will be accepted until December 15, 2010. Entrants can submit one photo in each of four categories: people, travel, pets and cell phone shots. A slate of expert judges will select the finalists, and winners will be determined by an online popular vote running from January 1 - 8, 2011. To enter, visit www.digitaltips.org/photocontest.

All photo entries will be displayed on an LCD screen at the 2011 CES in the Las Vegas Convention Center. In addition to the grand prize, top winners in each category will win one of four compact point-and-shoot cameras: Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX9, Nikon Coolpix S1100pj, Olympus FE-4020 and Pentax Optio W90. Prizes from the Photojojo store will be awarded to five honorable mention winners as well. Photojojo publishes a twice-weekly newsletter with photo tips, do-it-yourself projects and photography gear.

CEA research shows more than eight in 10 U.S. households own digital cameras, and 61 percent of those who have used their cameras in the last year consider themselves active photographers.

“With digital photography, there are many opportunities to go beyond uploading to a computer, including online sharing, printing, creating digital photo frames and producing fun photo projects,” said Colleen Lerro, communications specialist at CEA. “Through this contest, Photojojo and CEA are encouraging people to do more with their ‘best shots.’”

The Best Shots photo contest judges will include Dave Johnson, PC World’s Digital Focus; Mike McEnaney, Picture Business; Steve Tiffen, Tiffen Company; and Amit Gupta, Photojojo.

To view the full rules of the contest and submit a picture, visit www.digitaltips.org/photocontest.
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Thomaston-Upson Arts Council Hosts Photography Exhibit

During September, the Thomaston-Upson Arts Council (TUAC) is hosting the fourth annual “Personal Best” photography exhibit by the West Central Georgia Shutterbugs. The Shutterbugs group was formed in January 2006 and now has over 60 members from Upson and five surrounding counties.

The exhibit includes 54 photos by 27 of the members. Many of the photographic images, along with smaller items such as greeting cards, are available for purchase.

The public is invited to attend an opening reception Tuesday, September 14th, from 6-8 p.m. Meet the photographers, enjoy their work, and cast your vote for the “People’s Choice” award, which will be announced at 8 p.m. The exhibit may also be viewed during TUAC’s regular business hours: Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday from 10-5, and Wednesday 10-Noon.

Admission is free and light refreshments will be served. TUAC is located on the courthouse square.

Those exhibiting their “Personal Best” photos are: Rachel Bentley, Linda Best, Melba Brown, Gordon Brown, Harolyn Castleberry, Angelica Clayton, King Davis, Fawne DeRosia, Phyllis Dyche, Marcia Edwards, Allen Ellerbee, Anna Mary Ellerbee, Sheryl Farr, Marcia Sue Fisher, Malgorzata Florkowska, Johnnie Ann Gaskill, Linda Godwin, Francis Hauke, Kim Hill, Dianne Kelly, Cheryl Kunde, Stefanie Nix, Alicia B.Pastiran, Bonny Shockley, Ellen Tew, Mary G. Wagner, and Lora Watson.

Rosser's Photos in Four Photography Exhibits This Fall

Under the Tree, Fredericksburg National Cemetery

Donna Rosser, local Fayette County, Georgia photographer, is busy this fall. Rosser has eleven different photographs in four photography exhibits in the next two months. These photographs range in subject matter from landscape to cemetery to architectural to still life and a snake. The focus of each show is a little different.

In Blue Ridge, Georgia the arts association is having their first nature photography show. Rosser, who directs the local nature show, Nature Undisturbed, has three photos in this exhibit. The show is in Blue Ridge at The Art Center at 420 West Main Street in the Richard Low Evans Courtroom Gallery. The show is on display through October 8.

At the Whiskey Bonding Bard in Molena, Georgia is a satellite show during the annual event of SlowExposures. John A. Bennette, a photography collector from New York, curates a show entitled “Southern Memories: Part One.”  Mr. Bennette selected photographs from nineteen photographers to be a part of this exhibit.  Rosser has three photos in this show.  Her favorite in this show is “The Entrance” (from the inside) of the R F Strickland Building in Concord prior to renovations.  This show opens September 17 and closes September 26.

The Le Cirque Hotel in New Orleans is hosting Cemeteryscape Photography Exhibit.  This is the 19th annual event to raise awareness and appreciation of the historic and artistic value of cemeteries.  Rosser has two photos in this exhibit on display the month of October.  Both of the photos in the exhibit were taken in her hometown at the Fredericksburg National Cemetery in Fredericksburg, Virginia. This is the site of one of the bloodiest battles in the Civil War.

Also in October Rosser and her son will both have three pieces each in the Arts Clayton Photography Competition.  This show is on display the month of October.  Her favorite piece in this show is of a garter snake just coming inside her garage.  Many of the photos in these shows are from her 365 Project – a photo a day for a year.  Rosser feels this is a great exercise and really makes you see photos all around you that may have been missed before.

In addition to the shows, Rosser has three photos featured in a book that will be published and available in October.  Dog Sayings: wit and wisdom from man’s best friend is a collection of dog art and text celebrating dogs in all of their glory.  In February 2010, both professional and nonprofessional artists were invited to submit their work to be a part of this dog book The end result includes over 50 artists from countries including the US, UK, Canada, Scotland, Australia, Germany, Russia and Switzerland. DOG SAYINGS features a variety of dog art styles including dog photography, illustrations, and paintings.

Donna Rosser directs Nature, Undisturbed in collaboration with Dogwood Gallery and Framer in Tyrone. Nature Undisturbed is a juried photography exhibit and sale. Donna writes a popular blog about her photography; http://thebarefootphotographer.blogspot.com and teaches photography at the Serenbe Photography Center.
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Vibrant Photography Exhibition Reveals the Beautiful Side of Butterflies and Other Insects at Fernbank Museum

Award-winning nature and wildlife photographer Bill Harbin of Rome, Ga. decorates Fernbank Museum’s walls with 33 astounding photos of bright flowers and fluttering insects in his exhibition Winged Beauty: Butterflies and Other Insects.

A variety of insect photos illuminate the entry level walls with vibrant, unbelievable colors. Delicate butterflies rest on sturdy flowers, buzzing dragonflies glide motionlessly through the air, and beetles feed on flowers covered in dew drops.

The crisp photos capture every microscopic detail, inviting viewers into a bug’s world. When met eye-to-eye, the delicate, tender butterfly suddenly becomes a dominant, aggressive creature, and tiny dew drops become heavy weights.

“The world of insects dazzles in color and form,” said Harbin, who was named Wildlife Photographer of the Year 2008 by Natural History Museum, London and BBC Wildlife. Harbin also had three images published in North American Nature Photography Association's Annual Showcase Competition 2010.

In one image, the fierce heat of a Florida afternoon rests on the fiery petals of a gaillardia flower. The drooping tips of the flower petals fade from yellow, to orange, to red and finally to deep burgundy surrounding the base of the flower.

Harbin’s photographs magnify every small detail, including the interaction between blossom and butterfly in one image that depicts pollen escaping the gaillardia as a Great Southern White Butterfly nectars the flower.

“Capturing this rapidly moving natural spectacle with still camera images is challenging hard work at best,” said Harbin, who succeeds with brilliant images that stop time and allow the beauty of nature to be seen up close. “Most of these scenes lasted only a few seconds, a moment as ephemeral as the average lifespan of these creatures, but now frozen in time for lingering views.”

Winged Beauty: Butterflies and Other Insects is now on view at Fernbank Museum of Natural History through September 6, 2010. The exhibition is included with Museum admission, which is $15 for adults, $14 for students and seniors, $13 for children ages 3 to 12, and free for Museum Members and children under 3.

The exhibition is featured in conjunction with Geckos: Tails to Toepads, a live animal exhibition featuring 80 live geckos and 18 species. Visitors can experience the magnified world of more bugs by adding an IMAX® film during their visit. Bugs! A Rainforest Adventure, showing daily through September 30, follows the real-life adventure of a butterfly, a praying mantis and a variety of other rainforest insects. Value Pass tickets, which include Museum and IMAX® admission, are $23 for adults, $21 for students and seniors and $19 for children 12 and under, and only $8 for members. Call 404.929.6400 to order Value Pass tickets in advance.

Fernbank Museum of Natural History is located at 767 Clifton Road NE in Atlanta. For tickets or visitor information, visit fernbankmuseum.org or call 404.929.6300.