Join us on Saturday, May, 18th at 10am PST for an online workshop, ‘Editing Live: A Look Inside the Process with Beth Huerta‘. Beth will share more valuable insight on her editing process and talk with 3 photographers about the edits she made to their galleries while attendees observe.
What you can expect during this workshop:
A review of Beth’s approach to editing (an abbreviated refresh of the information that she covered in her previous workshop).
Provide a front-row seat to study her process while she walks us through editing photographer’s work in real-time.
Show relevant and important examples of what constitutes an effective edit and discuss best practices in editing.
About Beth: In her current position as Senior Agent/Editor at the award-winning agency Candace Gelman & Associates, Beth has been fortunate to work with, advise and represent renowned artists such as Sandro, Marcus Smith, Olivia Bee, Kennedi Carter and The Voorhes, amongst others. She also works as a freelance editor for photographers including Art Streiber and Tracy + David. Prior to CG&A, Beth worked as a consultant/assistant for a bevy of internationally acclaimed advertising and editorial photographers including Howard Schatz and Theo Westenberger. Beth is a frequent workshop presenter and contributing writer for the American Photographic Artists Association. She is an adjunct instructor for the Photography program at Drexel University and has taught at The University of the Arts and Columbia College Chicago. Beth serves on the advisory board for FreshLens Chicago and is a Mentor for NYC Salt, a program that creates opportunities in visual arts for under-served New York City youth.
Register today for this exclusive online workshop with Beth and learn how to take your editing game to the next level!
WHEN: Saturday, May 18th, 2024 | 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM PST WHERE: Online COST: APA members $20, Students $15, Non-Members $40
Do you have a photography project or series you’re passionate about? Curious what your peers and others think of it?
Join APA | SD and our photo community on Wednesday, May 15th at 6:00 PM PST for an evening dedicated to sharing creative projects. This is an opportunity for you to share your work and/or to comment on the work of others. Four artists will be selected to share their projects in an in-person critique setting. Our “Peer to Peer” events are open to everyone, but you must be a current APA member to present your project.
As independent artists, we know it’s not easy to create in a silo. Sharing your work is an invaluable way to help find your voice and leverage the communal nature of creativity. Letting others in on your process can be inspiring and helps lead to self-discovery that can push a project even further.
If you don’t have a project to share, that’s ok. Come out to support the artists and photo community. Constructive feedback and insight are always welcome.
Send us a link to your project for consideration. Submissions should be ready to share and present to an audience. If you are selected to present, you will be given 15-20 minutes including time for comments and questions.
WHEN: Wednesday, May 15th, 2024 | 6 PM
WHERE: Studio on Banks | 5343 Banks St, San Diego, CA 92110
Join APA | SD for our next Culture & Coffee event, including a members-only tour at The Photographer’s Eye: A Creative Collective. Meet us on Friday, February 16th at 12 PM to tour their latest exhibition by ALANNA AIRITAM: New Histories – Where Present Meets Past.
This is a great way to connect, meet other members, learn more about APA, and ask your fellow peers and board members any questions.
We’re excited to kick off the new year with another peer-to-peer critique session on January 17th, 2024. Do you have a photo or video project or series that you’re passionate about? Curious what your peers and others will think of it?
Join APA | SD and the photo community for an evening dedicated to personal photo and film projects. This is an in-person conversation to share your own work and/or to comment on the work of others. Four photo or video projects will be selected for presentation and discussion in an in-person critique session.
Mingling begins at 6 PM and presentations will begin at 6:30 PM.
WHEN: Wednesday, January 17th, 2024 | 6 PM
WHERE: 5343 Banks St, San Diego, CA 92110
COST: Free for APA members, Non-Members $10 donation RSVP HERE
Email director@apasd.org to reserve a spot and/or to submit your project; the deadline to submit is January 11th, 2023.
It’s time again for gifting and we here at APA San Diego have some great ideas for you! Our Chapter has been fortunate enough to align with some truly great sponsors over the years and we’d like to give thanks by featuring some products and services that every photographer would appreciate. To clarify, these are honest endorsements from our board and members and have not been solicited for inclusion.
Give the gift of Print! Chrome Digital has been a print lab staple in San Diego since 2011 and we can’t speak more highly of their professional and friendly print services. If you have a project that needs something special, they have the touch and any artist or photographer would be happy to receive a gift of print services.
Get those rolls processed! Speaking of tangible prints, did you know that Nelson Photo and Video has stepped up their film processing game here in town? With multiple ways to get those film rolls processed and printed, there’s little Nelson doesn’t offer for the analog photographer in your life (maybe that’s you!). They also stock an extraordinary array of films in multiple formats (along with the most cutting edge digital gear, too). Who says film is dead? Not us.
Rent something new! George’s Camera has been a long-time supporter of APA and has served as the go-to camera shop in San Diego for many of us. Their rental department is one of the most comprehensive in town and can help set you up for success. From cameras, lenses, grip, lighting and more, George’s has what you need. Want to learn something new? They offer a variety of classes throughout the year ranging from beginner to advanced.
Pack up your gear for travel! If you follow our annual photo competition Untitled, you’ll know that ThinkTank has been a faithful sponsor for many years. We couldn’t be happier because their stylish gear is well designed, modern, and extremely durable. It’s safe to say that they have a bag, backpack or luggage system for every photographer’s needs. We’ve heard nothing but great reviews from the many photographers lucky enough to win a ThinkTank prize from us. Currently they are running a holiday sale with 15% off through December 31st, 2023, so hurry in!
Shine some new light on it! Lumecube just keeps bringing out products we can’t get enough of. From their tiny, waterproof Cube lights to their newest RGB Tube kits, we are constantly impressed. The range of sizes and the amount of accessories will accommodate just about any of your LED lighting needs. Competitive pricing and the “I didn’t even know I needed that” design and features will have you hooked.
Get inspired! An annual museum pass is always a great gift to yourself or someone special. Consider supporting any of our great art and cultural museums locally. We have partnered with MOPA in the past and they are now part of the San Deigo Museum of Art collection which means you get two great museums with your membership.
Invest in yourself! Lastly, if you are looking to give the gift of community, inspiration, and education, look no further than APA. With your membership you give a gift to yourself; a gift of support, camaraderie, learning, advocacy, and most of all, you give back to the photo community you so dearly love. Please consider supporting APA by upgrading, renewing, or joining. We sincerely appreciate your membership.
APA San Diego would like to thank all of our members, sponsors, and supporters for a wonderful 2023. We wish you all a safe and Happy Holiday and a fulfilling New Year!
Photos left to right: Art Streiber, Mickey Strider
Join APA | San Diego at Bread & Salt Gallery for a one-night only exhibition of photographic prints from our Untitled 2023 contest with 20% of the entry proceeds being donated to Outside the Lens in support of their mission and programming.
See all competition entries shown in a rotating slideshow and come out to support the photo community. Winning entries were curated by Ann M. Jastrab, Executive Director at Center for Photographic Art and Arianna Rinaldo, Independent curator, photography consultant and freelance photo editor.
Do you have a photo or video project or series that you’re passionate about? Curious what your peers and others will think of it?
Join APA San Diego and the photo community for an in-person conversation on Wednesday, October 25th, at 6:00 PM PST, to share your own work and/or to comment on the work of others. Four photo or video projects will be selected for presentation and discussion in an in-person critique session.
Send us a link to your project for consideration. Submissions should be ready to share and present and the deadline to submit is October 18th, 2023.
WHEN: Wednesday, October 25th, 2023 | 6 PM
WHERE: Skylight Studios 4562 Alvarado Canyon Rd. R, San Diego, CA 92120
COST: Free for APA members, Non-Members $10 donation RSVP HERE
Email director@apasd.org to reserve a spot and/or to submit your project; deadline to submit is October 18th, 2023.
Join APA | SD for a casual gathering for members at the Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego in La Jolla on Friday, October 6th from 12pm-2pm PT to connect and tour the upcoming exhibitions.
We’ll enjoy some coffee starting at noon and mingle a bit before we head into the museum for a 1 pm tour.
This is a great way to meet other members, learn more about APA, and ask your fellow peers and board members any industry questions.
Members can join us for coffee and/or just the tour. This a members-only gathering and a chance to meet other members as well as get more involved with your local chapter.
Photos clockwise from top left: Dana Hursey, David Ardill, Art Streiber, Yana Mostitsky, Paul Kessel, Steve Korn
Untitled is an annual competition and exhibition designed to showcase the best work of APA members and beyond – Images that show your unique vision, creative passion, and individualistic style, titled or untitled. This contest is open to all photographers at any level. All entries will be curated by our jurors and the top 20 images will be selected to display for exhibition with the top three (3) photos awarded prizes.
While an APA membership is not required to enter, members receive discounts on entries as well as sponsor benefits and discount pricing for gear and services throughout the year.
We welcome this year’s jurors: Ann M. Jastrab, Executive Director at Center for Photographic Art and Arianna Rinaldo, Independent curator, photography consultant and freelance photo editor.
You can find full details and submission guidelines at untitledshow.org.
Entry fees help support programming and events for APA San Diego and 20% of the entry proceeds will be donated to the youth photography organization Outside the Lens.
Join APA | SD for Happy Hour on Wednesday, June 21st, from 5:30 – 7:30 PM at Panama 66 in Balboa Park. This happy hour is 21+ and open to the larger photo and creative community. We’ll be outside in the covered patio area enjoying some drinks and food. Meet and mingle with peers and APA members, talk shop, and get to know our sponsors. Registration isn’t needed, but we would love to know if you could join us.
APA | SD members are encouraged to attend! Live music begins at 7PM with GILBERT CASTELLANOS YOUNG LIONS.
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