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For the Open Forum night this month, October 22, we will be
using “On Reflection,” a shot where a reflection is the major (or
complete) compositional element, as our photo discussion topic.
As always, we encourage members to step up and help with 10
minute presentations, such as book reviews, gallery reviews,
favorite techniques, etc. Anyone who wishes to give a 5 to 10
min presentation should get in touch with Dave, dave[at]davidwpowell.com.

Dear Members,

As previously announced, there will be three field trips this month:
1. October 17 – Antique Car Show in Rockville, MD
2. October 17 – 7th Annual “American Indian Festival” in Upper Marlboro, MD
3. October 24 – Catoctin Park, Thurmont, MD

1. Rockville Antique and Classic Car Show
Saturday, October 17, 2015
11 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Rockville Civic Center Park
Field Trip Leader: Nick Williams (202-744-5985)

About the Event

Saturday, October 17, 2015 from 11 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

On the grounds of Glenview Mansion.
More than 550 antique and classic automobiles go on display. From Packard to Ferrari, 31 car clubs are represented during this grand event while auto collectors and enthusiasts share the fond memories of the classic cars of yesteryear. The show also has a flea market and car sales area. Food and drink will be available for purchase at the event.

This event is open to the public and admission is free.

Please note that although they say the field opens to spectators at 11:00am you can walk in at any time.
Suggestion — In fact it’s probably best to get there early so you can get parking closer to the show.

Nick Williams, leader for this event will be there about 8:30am with his car, in the Jaguar Row.

View the show’s website:

http://www.rockvillemd.gov/index.aspx?NID=667

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2. 7th Annual “American Indian Festival”
Saturday, October 17, 2015, 10 am-4 pm
Patuxent River Park
16000 Croom Airport Road
Upper Marlboro, MD 20772

Trip Leader: Loretta Argrett (largrett@gmail.com)
12 noon – Grand Entry

3 pm – Raffle Drawing
All ages; Free Admission and Parking (Rain or Shine)

Free Activities

Celebrate the rich and diverse cultures of Native Americans at the 7th annual “American Indian Festival, ” featuring live performances of traditional and contemporary music, dancing, drumming, singing, and storytelling. Interactive exhibits and demonstrations include: beading, finger weaving, pre-contact life skills, flint knapping, hand-made tools, artifacts, regalia, languages, genealogy, Native horsemanship, live Birds of Prey display, archery, multiple Native crafts and games!

Activities with Nominal Fees

Traditional Native food and other festival favorites
Vendors: Native made items, arts, jewelry, flutes, music and books, and more
Horse & Pony Rides ($2), Basket Craft ($2), Design your own t-shirt ($8),
Multiple raffles include: collectible “Pendleton” blanket, collectible “Pendleton” crib blanket, and a quality Native American flute (raffle tickets $1)

Website: http://www.pgparks.com/American_Indian_Festival.htm

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3. Trip to Catoctin Park, MD
October 24, 2015 at 8:30am
Trip Leader: Dennis Freeman (301-529-0922)

Dennis would like to have a carpool from the Giant at 8750 Arliss St, Silver Spring, leaving at 8:30 am sharp. Others can meet us there at 9:30.

There is a visitor’s center to meet up at on Foxville Rd. Please call Dennis case you get lost or you are late.

Dennis will figure out some photo ops. The waterfall can be good. There may be a still from the prohibition era, although this is the first exit in the Manor Visitors Center area, and some distance from the other part of the park. Leaves might be nice. Dennis will also review the options, and ask for preferences.

Lunch will be in a restaurant in Thurmont.

The following letter and certificate were received by the club’s PSA representative, Loretta Argrett

Dear Silver Spring Camera Club,

The Photographic Society of America (PSA) would like to salute you for reaching a PSA Membership Milestone. Enclosed is a commemorative certificate to recognize your longtime PSA membership and commitment.

Membership Milestone Certificates were unfortunately suspended for a long time as the new Membership Database and support systems were completed. The webpage which will honor the names of PSA Membership Milestone achievers will soon be installed and members will be notified when it can be viewed.

Congratulations on your PSA Membership Milestone. PSA appreciates your continued membership and looks forward to our joint explorations in the world of Photography.

Sincerely,

Christine Wilkins
Director, Membership Milestones

This season, we’ll be trying some new approaches to Speaker’s Night. Of course we’ll still have our roster of pros who address various kinds of photography (e.g., food, black & white, nature, etc.). But we start the club year with a special treat: a look at the work of SSCC’s Bob Catlett, in his own words. He’ll not only show us examples of his work, but he’ll also explain his techniques for creating such images. Bob has been a member of SSCC since 1982, just about longer than any other current member. And over these 30+ years, Bob has grown to be one of the finest of the club’s photographers.

When he was still in high school, Bob discovered photography and bought a contact printer for 620 film. That was the beginning. His first 35mm camera was a Vivitar; his next was a Pentax Spotmatic. Today, Bob shoots Nikon and has enough bodies, lenses, filters, lighting equipment, and accessories – not to mention computers and back-up storage devices – to fill a couple of large closets.

For formal training, Bob took some photography classes at Montgomery College after finishing his college studies in criminal law at Howard University and American University. But he probably learned just as much about photography from examining the landscapes of Ansel Adams, the vegetable images of Edward Weston, and the flowers of Robert Mapplethorpe.

What are Bob’s favorite subjects? From what we’ve seen of his work in club competitions, his first love is nature – anything from wide open expanses of landscapes to jewel-like detail of macro shots of flowers. He especially enjoys the constant changes in nature subjects, seasonal changes and changes in the light and shadows depending on the time of day. But Bob is almost as happy in a studio environment and has spent a lot of time experimenting with figure studies. As outgoing as Bob is, it’s no surprise that he also enjoys photographing people, capturing just the right expression that reveals a person’s essence.

Along with Bob’s career, first with the Metropolitan Police Force and then the Federal Reserve Bank, he found time to serve SSCC. He was treasurer for eight years, vice-president for two years, and field trip chairman for well over 10 years. Now, Bob serves the club as a director and uses his long experience with SSCC to advise the officers and committee chairmen of our board.

One of Bob Catlett’s golden characteristics is his unfailing generosity with information and willingness to help other photographers, no matter what their level. Thank you, Bob!