42nd Annual Hunt's Photo & Video Show | October 19th 20th & 21st

42nd Annual Hunt's Photo & Video Show | October 19th 20th & 21stspecials.huntsphoto.comFree Seminars | Meet the Reps | Hot Buys | Demos | Trade-Ins Welcome!

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Below are some of the specials Hunts is running please pass them along. If anyone would like to buy anything please have them reach out to Gary at gfarber@huntsphoto.com. These savings will only be valid till Monday the 22nd. 

Hunts is offering a Trade in any electronic device in any condition to save on the purchase of any new camera. Purchase a camera with a final price under:

 $250- Save $15

 $500- Save $20

 $750- Save $35

 $1000- Save $50

 $1500- Save $75

 $2000- Save $100

 $3000- Save $150

Hunts is running some great deals on Olympus cameras and lenses. Please reach out to Gary to find out more. If anyone would like to buy anything please have them reach out to Gary at gfarber@huntsphoto.com. These savings will only be valid till Monday the 22nd. 

The E-M1 II is on sale for $1699 and qualifies for a $100 savings with the hunts electronic trade in. When bought together with the 12-40 f2.8-4, save an extra $700 when you bundle them together. 

The entire F1.2 lens line up is $200 off the normal retail price bringing each down to $999. This includes the 17mm, 25mm, and 45mm f/1.2. Tom and I both own the 17mm, mainly for night photography, but Tom also loves it for environmental portraits. I also love my 45mm and Tom loves his 25mm, great for many types of photography, but especially street photography. 

Manfrotto, Lowepro, and Gitzo will be running some trade in promos lasting through the weekend. Please reach out to inqure about this if you're looking for a new tripod or bag!

To view the rest of the specials going on, please use the link below to see our entire sale flyer. Reach out to Gary with any questions you may have regarding these sales gfarber@huntsphoto.com

Savings end Monday 10/22 

http://specials.huntsphoto.com/2018-annual-hunts-show/

purchase LED light

We own three tripods, we use the Mefoto for travel


We love the MagMod light modifiers


peak design camera straps and hand straps are great!


We love Savage lights 

CONTACT Hunt's Photo & Video 100 Main Street Melrose, MA 02176 P: (781) 662-8822

Just a couple of spots remain -- join us at November 2-3 2018 Old Car City!

• November 2-3 2018 Old Car City 

• We are excited to be pairing up with Mike Moats for Light Painting at Night at Old Car City!! By pairing up we have been able to make a unique opportunity more affordable! Old Car City is amazing during the day -- but at night it has even more WOW!

• Tom and I have been to Old Car City a bunch of times so we will help direct you to make the most of your time there. 
• Learn Macro photography, HDR capture, Creative in-camera techniques, and LIGHT painting! 
• View a few images from a previous trip here: http://www.breaphotosgalleries.com/Old-Cars/Old-Car-City/
• Register here for Old Car City
• http://tinyurl.com/OCC-Cuchara
• Price includes entrance to OCC during the day Friday and Saturday too. 
• more info here https://www.meetup.com/photography-by-lisa-and-tom/events/251315597 or email us at PhotographyByLisaAndTom @ comcast.net if you need more information...

Learn how to paint with light. The top image shows results after lighting from the camera which yields a flat full look versus what we will teach you which gives a saturated look with lots of details! 

 

 

Upcoming Workshops and Classes

• Intro to Photoshop CC Monday, October 22, 2018, 10am-5:30pm (Hamden, CT)
• REGISTER NOW
• Come and learn Photoshop CC! In this class, we will create an easy clean custom workspace, setup preferences and optimize your workflow, cover many of the tools in the toolbar and discuss tips about many of the ones covered! We will walk thru the basics of Photoshop, delve into Abobe Camera RAW and then start learning the heart of soul of Photoshop—layers and masks. I will give you files to work on—so that you can also practice what you learned after you leave.
• Bring with you: computer with Adobe Photoshop CC installed -- or just come and follow along (some people learn better that way!) and money for lunch
• Location: 2911 Dixwell Avenue Suite #108 Hamden, CT (free parking in the back)
• This is a Super PPA 1-Day class. PPA members earn a merit (you do NOT need to be a PPA member to attend)

• September 22nd Sleepy Hollow Cemetery at Night 
• Register here http://tinyurl.com/SleepyHolllow-Cuchara
• Or register on our Meetup Site https://www.meetup.com/photography-by-lisa-and-tom/events/247732617/
• Check out a few photos from previous night shoots there   http://www.breaphotosgalleries.com/Locations/Sleepy-Hollow

• November 2-3 2018 Old Car City 
• We are excited to be pairing up with Mike Moats for Light Painting at Night at Old Car City!! By pairing up we have been able to make a unique opportunity more affordable! Old Car City is amazing during the day -- but at night it has even more WOW
• Tom and I have been to Old Car City a bunch of times so we will help direct you to make the most of your time there. 
• Learn Macro photography, HDR capture, Creative in-camera techniques, and LIGHT painting! 
• View a few images from a previous trip here: http://www.breaphotosgalleries.com/Old-Cars/Old-Car-City/
• Register here for Old Car City
• http://tinyurl.com/OCC-Cuchara
• Price includes entrance to OCC during the day Friday and Saturday too. 

• Photograph in Cuba!!! Dec 29 2018 to Jan 5th 2019. 
• https://www.meetup.com/photography-by-lisa-and-tom/events/246828486
• An intimate 'Support for the Cuban People' trip
• Includes accommodations, all meals, airport transfer in Cuba, transportation within Cuba, bilingual Cuban guide, bilingual Cuban photographer and more

Hamden CT Photographer Lisa Cuchara Named Bronze Medalist at International Photographic Competition

Hamden CT Photographer Lisa Cuchara Named Bronze Medalist at International Photographic Competition

Lisa Cuchara of www.PhotographyByLisaAndTom.com is honored by peers and jurors for high-quality photography.

Lisa Cuchara was named a Bronze Medalist during Professional Photographers of America's 2018 International Photographic Competition. Lisa Cuchara's work will be on display at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta, Georgia, Jan. 20-22, 2019. This International Photographic Exhibit is held in conjunction with Imaging USA, an annual convention and expo for professional photographers.

The level of the award is determined by how many of those four images receive the highest possible honor: acceptance into the PPA Loan Collection, which is displayed at photographic exhibitions, conventions and other photography events. Lisa Cuchara was named a Bronze Medalist by earning a merit—a mark of quality and honor—for each of the four images included in her entry case to the International Photographic Competition. This is the most prestigious competition of its kind, where images are judged based on a standard of artistic excellence, not against each other. In 2018, she was one of only 208 Bronze Medalists. A panel of 32 eminent jurors from across the United States selected the top photographs from nearly 5,073  total submitted entries at Gwinnett Technical College in Georgia. Judged against a standard of excellence, 2,622 images were selected for the General Collection.

About PPA:
Professional Photographers of America (PPA) is the largest international nonprofit association created by professional photographers, for professional photographers. Almost as long-lived as photography itself, PPA's roots date back to 1869. It assists 30,000 members through protection, education and resources for their continued success. See how PPA helps photographers be more at PPA.com.

8/8 of my Images earned a Merit at IPC

All eight of my images merited this year at PPA's International Photographic Competition (IPC)!

One image "Froggie Yoga" scored an 88 and was considered for LOAN (but did not make it).

A panel of jurors from across the United States selects the top images from thousands of submitted entries each year. Judged against a standard of excellence comprising 12 elements, the highest scoring images are then selected to be part of PPA's General Collection and its esteemed Loan Collection—the best of the best.

One of the fun benefits of being a PPA member is being able to take part in PPA's quality photographic competitions. PPA members are a diverse and talented group of professional photographers. Competitions give YOU the chance to hone your craft. You are technically competing against other photographers, but many of us feel that it is more of a "compete against yourself".  No image competition is perfect, judging is judging, but participating in the IPC give you a chance to challenge yourself and watch yourself improve.

These merits also mean that I have earned my Master of Photography (M.Photog.): Awarded for superior photographic skills demonstrated through the Photographic Open category of PPA’s International Photographic Competition, advanced education, and service to the industry.

I previously earned my Photographic Craftsman (Cr.Photog.) Awarded for service as a speaker, author or mentor, this degree shows that you have gone beyond the creation of images and dedicated your time to move the industry forward and encourage education. This degree is one of the highest recognitions for speaking, writing and/or mentoring in photography

 Image Artistry

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Even if you do not compete, watching the IPC (it streams live) is an inspiration and an education.

The Frog Whisperer: Portraits & Stories

Wahoo!!
I heard a big thud as the UPS driver delivered our FROG WHISPERER books today! 🐸🐸🐸

You can order your copy (and one for a gift for a friend) on Amazon -- it's Ribbiting
Www.tinyurl.com/lisatom-frogs (Amazon will be receiving their shipment from the printer soon)

The Frog Whisperer: Portraits & Stories
ISBN-13: 978-1682033487

  

Lisa Cuchara fell head-over-heels in love with frogs the first time she and her photographer husband Tom were invited to photograph a red-eyed tree frog. Before long, the couple was clearing out their space in their home for terrariums full of well-loved amphibians! As it turned out, Lisa’s uncanny ability to put frogs at ease set the couple on a new creative path: producing whimsical frog portraits. Through patience, care―and plenty of snacks!―they have been able to achieve incredible images while keeping their animal friends totally content. In fact, some of their frogs now know that they will fed after being taken out of their terrarium―so they sign to Lisa and Tom or smush their faces up to the glass, wanting to be photographed! Whether sitting quietly on a flower or humorously interacting with a carefully selected prop, these frogs are sure to bring a smile to the face of any animal lover.

Authors Lisa Cuchara (PhD, Cr.Photog., HonNEC) and Tom Cuchara (MNECra) are professional photographers and animal lovers who share their home with three dogs, two cats, a red-eyed green tree frog and a bunch of other frogs, chameleons, and other critters. When they’re not out shooting assignments for their clients or leading photo workshops and tours, they can often be found creating whimsical frog images with their willing pets―who get ample snacks in exchange for patient posing! Lisa’s uncanny ability to put frogs at ease with her gentle care and loving demeanor has earned her the nickname “The Frog Whisperer.” Her frog images have earned merits in Professional Photographers of America print competitions and been featured in Quinnipiac Magazine as well as other publications. Lisa and Tom reside in Hamden, CT.

Family photographs

Here are two images, taken at the exact same time during a family photo session. One was taken using two off-camera flashes with light stands and light modifiers and the other was taken with the same camera make/model at the same time without flash as a teaching tool to have as a comparison for a teaching program. 

The images on the right were photographed professionally and then processed using Adobe Camera RAW (using the graduated density filter to bring out the sky in the upper left image).

Cheryl's parents are celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary and their gift was -- a family photo session. Priceless. 

We have been photographing Cheryl and Charles and their family for about nine years. About a year after they got married we took the images on the left. 

The image on the lower left with the two girls giggling has to be one of my top ten favorite portraits that I have ever taken! I just love the way that Ally and Elli are sharing in that moment.  

About two years later, along they were back with their wonderful little boy Levi, whose name means "to join" How can you not laugh seeing him tug Allyson's pigtail? 

Fast forward to today and Elli drover herself to the photo shoot and is looking for what college to attend.

Q: When is the best time to hire a professional to take your family photographs? 

A: Now 

Q: Isn't hiring a professional to take our family photographs expensive? 

A: No it is priceless

Q: But shouldn't I wait until I lose weight? 

A: No, your children and grandchildren and great-grandchildren are going to look at that family photo and admire everyone in it, they are not going to say, well, we wish mom had waited until she lost weight before taking that photograph. 

Q: What is your definition of family?

A: two or more two or four-legged loved ones

We don't remember Days, we remember moments...