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SUMMARY:First Meeting for 2025-26 Season:  September 15\, 2025
DESCRIPTION:Welcome back:\n\nWelcome and introduction of new members.\nReview of what is in store for this season.\n\nImage Share:\nBring or submit  4 to 6 digital images or prints to share in tonight’s share session. Be prepared to tell us about your image.  \nFor digital images\, please use the image standards that we use for digital competitions as these work best with our projector. \nYou can bring your images on a USB stick. Come early to load it on the club’s computer for presentation.  Alternatively\, email all images to submissions@highlandglen.ca preferably by dinner time September 13th.  \nIf you are submitting images from a phone\, we have directions on how to resize your image for an iOS phone [pdf].   For those using an Android phone\, directions would be similar; you could use the 3rd party app Photo & Picture Resizer.
URL:https://highlandglen.ca/index.php/event/first-meeting-for-2025-26-season/
LOCATION:Coldwell Banker – Peter Benninger Realty\, 508 Riverbend Drive\, Kitchener\, Ontario\, N2K 3S2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:In person (Zoom available)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250920T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250920T210000
DTSTAMP:20260425T064609
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SUMMARY:Outing:  September 20\, 2025
DESCRIPTION:Location:  Waterloo Lumen Festival – Waterloo Park\n   \nStart Time:  7 pm\n  \nMeeting Location: \n\nWaterloo Memorial Recreation Complex – Father David Bauer Drive \nGather at Crosswalk – 129 Father David Bauer Dr – Google Maps\n \n\nContact person name and email address: \n\nMark Bingeman\noutings@highlandglen.ca\n\nCAPA’s website:  https://capacanada.ca/photo-walk/
URL:https://highlandglen.ca/index.php/event/outing-september-20-2025/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Outings
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251001
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251101
DTSTAMP:20260425T064609
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SUMMARY:October Theme:  MONOCHROME/BLACK & WHITE
DESCRIPTION:October’s Theme is Monochrome/Black & White as a prelude to CAPA’s Monochrome Competition . \nOur private Mighty Networks site is a great place to share your creations\, or bring your images on an image share night. If you are a HGCC member and not on Mighty Networks then contact us for someone to “invite you”. \nFor competition purposes: \nA monochrome image must fall into one of these two categories: \n\nA purely greyscale image using only black\, white\, and shades of grey\nA greyscale image that has been uniformly tinted with a single colour across the entire frame (such as sepia\, red\, or gold toning)\n\nSubmitted image must fall within one of the following themes: \n\nCandid Person(s) – images that capture unscripted moments of subtle interactions\, and spontaneous dramas of everyday human life – genuine moments found in street scenes\, cultural gatherings\, or daily activities rather than posed portraits or professional models.  \nNatural Surroundings –images that showcase the raw beauty and drama of our environment through weather phenomena\, geological formations\, cityscapes\, landscapes\, seascapes\, and celestial events. Human elements may be included if they serve to enhance the scale or narrative of the natural scene.\nDramatic Contrast & Shadows– images where the interplay of light and shadow creates compelling visual narratives through low-key\, silhouette\, or selective lighting techniques. Image may include architectural elements\, human forms\, urban structures or natural subjects. \nNostalgia– images that transport viewers through time by capturing the weathered beauty of bygone eras\, from abandoned places and vintage artifacts to creative composites that bridge past and present.
URL:https://highlandglen.ca/index.php/event/october-theme-monochrome-black-white/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Theme
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251006T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251104T233000
DTSTAMP:20260425T064609
CREATED:20250825T165838Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250825T165838Z
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SUMMARY:CAPA Black and White 2025: Images due Nov 4
DESCRIPTION: This year we will be participating in four CAPA (Canadian Association of Photographic Art) Competitions as a club.  \nFor the second CAPA competition\, the CAPA board has selected the Monochrome competition.  Our club will select six images\, which must be from different photographers\, to represent the club. \nPlease submit one digital image for consideration in the CAPA Nature Competition. \nSee CAPA Competitions under the Competitions menu tab for a brief description of the image themes\, image standards\, and file naming conventions. \nMonochrome photography challenges entrants to see beyond colour\, focusing on the interplay of light\, shadow\, texture\, and form to create compelling visual narratives. This section invites entrants to demonstrate their mastery of light and shadow\, contrast\, and composition through black and white imagery that strengthens rather than diminishes their subject’s impact. \nA monochrome image must fall into one of these two categories: \n\nA purely greyscale image using only black\, white\, and shades of grey\nA greyscale image that has been uniformly tinted with a single colour across the entire frame (such as sepia\, red\, or gold toning)\n\nAn image is NOT considered monochrome if it: \n\nHas selective colour toning in different areas\nIncludes spot colouring or partial colourization\nUses multiple tints or tones across different parts of the image\n\nSuch images that mix colours or toning effects are considered a monochrome and will be disqualified. \nFor competition purposes\, your image must fit into one of the following themes: \n\nCandid Person(s) – image that captures candid moments that reveal the humour\, irony\, and drama of the human experience.  Photograph people naturally\, without poising.  \nNatural Surroundings – image featuring weather phenomena\, geological formations\, cityscape\, landscapes\, seascapes and natural phenomena such as planets\, stars and astronomical events. Individuals can be included in the image provided that they enhance the perspective of the surroundings.\nDramatic Contrast & Shadows – is the focal point of the image.  Explore low-key\, silhouette\, and selective lighting effects to create bold graphic image. Everyday spaces reveal geometric shadows cast by individuals\, buildings\, signs structures and wildlife.\nNostalgia – image that evoke echoes of the past\, capturing scenes reminiscent of bygone eras.  Examples such as\, abandoned aircraft\, boats\, buildings\, ships\, still-life of antiques\, structures\, trains and vehicles. Composite image contrasting old and new are permitted in permitted in this theme.\n\nSubmit images here!
URL:https://highlandglen.ca/index.php/event/capa-black-and-white-2025-images-due-nov-4/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Photo submission
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251006T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251006T213000
DTSTAMP:20260425T064609
CREATED:20250825T162042Z
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UID:4341-1759779000-1759786200@highlandglen.ca
SUMMARY:MEETING:  October 6\, 2025
DESCRIPTION:Hands-On Practice: Flash Photography with Kevin (bring a camera with flash)
URL:https://highlandglen.ca/index.php/event/meeting-october-6-2025/
LOCATION:Coldwell Banker – Peter Benninger Realty\, 508 Riverbend Drive\, Kitchener\, Ontario\, N2K 3S2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Member Night
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251014
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251015
DTSTAMP:20260425T064609
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UID:4366-1760400000-1760486399@highlandglen.ca
SUMMARY:GVIB 2025 Images Due:  Oct. 14\, 2025
DESCRIPTION:We are hosting this year’s Grand Valley Image Battle.  The GVIB will be all digital images and we would like to have as many members as possible participating. \nEntries: \n– The GVIB is an open category competition. Any subject\, in camera and post-processing technique is allowed. \n– Digital images only.  \nSubmit up to three digital images for the Grand Valley Image Battle (GVIB).  \nSee the description of the Grand Valley Image Battle under Competitions for the image standards\, i.e. how to name your work and the correct size for images. \nImages will be submitted online. You must have created a login for the website to participate. \n  \nOpen for image submission until 11:45 pm on October 14\, 2025. \nTo submit images click HERE.
URL:https://highlandglen.ca/index.php/event/gvib-2025-images-due-oct-14-2025/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Photo submission
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251016T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251019T233000
DTSTAMP:20260425T064609
CREATED:20251016T115630Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251016T121656Z
UID:4390-1760601600-1760916600@highlandglen.ca
SUMMARY:GVIB 2025 Image Selection - due Sunday\, Oct. 19
DESCRIPTION:Please help us select the 20 images that will represent our club in the Grand Valley Image Battle 2025 competition. \n** You must be logged in to participate in the selection process. ** \nSorry\, you must be logged in to see this content
URL:https://highlandglen.ca/index.php/event/gvib-2025-image-selection-due-sunday-oct-19/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Photo selection
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251020T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251020T213000
DTSTAMP:20260425T064609
CREATED:20250825T162544Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250825T162544Z
UID:4345-1760988600-1760995800@highlandglen.ca
SUMMARY:MEETING:  Guest Presenters Sue and Jim Waddington “In the Footsteps of the Group of Seven and Tom Thomson”
DESCRIPTION:For almost five decades\, Sue and Jim have searched for places that inspired the Group of Seven painters and Tom Thomson. They especially enjoy locating sites that can only be reached by canoe and foot. The talk will compare photographs of some of the 800 painting sites they have found with the corresponding artwork. They will discuss how they find the painting sites and what they have learned about the painters and their art. \nIn their talks\, Sue and Jim show their photographs alongside art from Killarney\, Algonquin\, Neys\, Lake Superior and Bon Echo Provincial Parks\, the Georgian Bay Islands\, Nova Scotia\, BC\, the Yukon and Nunavut. \nSue is a retired nurse\, an artist and a traditional rug hooker. Jim is a retired physics professor from McMaster University who likes maps and the sport of orienteering. \nSue and Jim have published a book of the same topic. Information about the book can be found at https://gooselane.com/products/in-the-footsteps-of-the-group-of-seven.
URL:https://highlandglen.ca/index.php/event/meeting-guest-presenters-sue-and-jim-waddington-in-the-footsteps-of-the-group-of-seven-and-tom-thomson/
LOCATION:Coldwell Banker – Peter Benninger Realty\, 508 Riverbend Drive\, Kitchener\, Ontario\, N2K 3S2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Guest Speaker,In person (Zoom available)
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251101
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251201
DTSTAMP:20260425T064609
CREATED:20250825T161534Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250825T161534Z
UID:4337-1761955200-1764547199@highlandglen.ca
SUMMARY:November Theme: SPACE IS IMPORTANT
DESCRIPTION:Outer space offers endless opportunities for breathtaking photography. At night\, look up and capture the Milky Way\, a full moon\, an eclipse\, or even shooting stars. If heading outdoors isn’t your preference\, you can still create cosmic-inspired images right from indoors. \nThere are endless websites to guide you. Below are some sites that you can visit and explore the possibilities. \nFollow this link to learn how to bring outer space indoors in creative imagery:  https://www.photoworkout.com/photoshoot-theme-ideas/#2-spacey-projections \nFollow this link to learn how to capture the milky way: https://photographylife.com/how-to-photograph-the-milky-way \nFollow this link to learn how to capture a full-moon: https://www.space.com/how-to-photograph-the-moon-camera \n  \nOur private Mighty Networks site is a great place to share your creations\, or bring your images on an image share night. If you are a HG member and not on Mighty Networks then contact us for someone to “invite you”.
URL:https://highlandglen.ca/index.php/event/november-theme-space-is-important/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Theme
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251103T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251103T213000
DTSTAMP:20260425T064609
CREATED:20250825T163823Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250825T163823Z
UID:4352-1762198200-1762205400@highlandglen.ca
SUMMARY:MEETING:  Image Share & Influential Photographer Presentation
DESCRIPTION:Influential Photographer: \nA HGCC member will present for our Influential Photographer series Callum Snape.  Callum Snape is a Canadian photographer specializing in travel\, adventure\, and landscapes. Known for his striking and immersive depictions of the wilderness\, he is based in Vancouver\, British Columbia. His portfolio extends beyond nature\, encompassing themes of travel\, health\, wellness\, and inclusivity—blending his personal passions with professional collaborations. \n  \nImage Share: \nThere will also be an Image Share.  Bring or submit up to 4 digital images or prints to share in tonight’s share session.  Be prepared to tell us about your image.  For digital images\, please use the image standards that we use for digital competitions s these work best for our projector. Images must be resized to maximum 1920 pixels wide and maximum 1080 pixels high.  Therefore\, a horizontal image can be no larger than 1920 wide by 1080 high and a vertical image can be no larger than 1080 wide by 1080 high. \nYou can bring your images on a USB stick.  Come early to load them on the club’s computer for presentation.  Alternatively\, email all images to submissions@highlandglen.ca preferably by dinner time on Saturday before the meeting.
URL:https://highlandglen.ca/index.php/event/meeting-image-share-influential-photographer-presentation/
LOCATION:Coldwell Banker – Peter Benninger Realty\, 508 Riverbend Drive\, Kitchener\, Ontario\, N2K 3S2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:In person (Zoom available),Member Night,Member Share Night
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251105T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251109T233000
DTSTAMP:20260425T064609
CREATED:20251105T131357Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251105T131357Z
UID:4332-1762329600-1762731000@highlandglen.ca
SUMMARY:CAPA 2025 Black and White Image Selection
DESCRIPTION:Please help us select the 6 images that will represent our club in the CAPA Black and White 2025 competition. We need your feedback by end of Sunday November 9th. \nPlease select your favourite six images from all of the following: \n(Note: You must be logged in to participate in the selection process.) \nSorry\, you must be logged in to see this content
URL:https://highlandglen.ca/index.php/event/capa-2025-black-and-white-image-selection/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Photo selection
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251116T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251116T160000
DTSTAMP:20260425T064609
CREATED:20250825T165458Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250825T165458Z
UID:4354-1763299800-1763308800@highlandglen.ca
SUMMARY:SUNDAY\, Nov. 16.  Grand Valley Image Battle 2025 Presentation
DESCRIPTION:The Grand Valley Image Battle (GVIB) competition is held once a year as an inter-club competition between clubs in South-Western Ontario.  GVIB is intended to be a friendly competition to showcase as many photographers from each club as possible.  Judging is performed by three independent judges\, organized by the host club.  The winner of the competition is the club with the highest cumulative score.  \nHighland Glen Camera Club is hosting for 2025.  This year six clubs will be taking part with each club submitting 20 images.  We are planning to provide a hybrid experience for the 2025 GVIB.  All judging will be performed in advance\, and we will then offer a ZOOM and In-Person option to see the presentation of images and results on Sunday November 16\, 2025.  The ZOOM and In-Person presentation will be offered at the same time:  Doors/zoom open at 1:30 pm\, presentation to begin at 2 pm.  Once the presentation is complete\, for those attending in-person there will be refreshments and snacks as everyone mingles.  \nDate:  Sunday\, November 16\, 2025 \n Time:  Doors open at 1:30 pm\, presentation at 2 pm\, snacks and refreshments to follow.  Expect to have everything wrapped up by 4 pm. \n Location:  Coldwell Banker – Peter Benninger Realty\, 508 Riverbend Drive\, Kitchener\, Ontario\, N2K 3S2. In the theatre in the basement.  Elevator available. \n Zoom link: to be provided closer to the date of the event via email. \n  \n 
URL:https://highlandglen.ca/index.php/event/sunday-nov-16-grand-valley-image-battle-2025-presentation/
LOCATION:Coldwell Banker – Peter Benninger Realty\, 508 Riverbend Drive\, Kitchener\, Ontario\, N2K 3S2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:In person (Zoom available)
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251117
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251118
DTSTAMP:20260425T064609
CREATED:20250825T165654Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250825T165654Z
UID:4356-1763337600-1763423999@highlandglen.ca
SUMMARY:NO MEETING:  Nov. 17\, 2025
DESCRIPTION:There will NOT be a meeting on Nov. 17 due to the GVIB competition.
URL:https://highlandglen.ca/index.php/event/no-meeting-nov-17-2025/
LOCATION:Ontario
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251201
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260101
DTSTAMP:20260425T064609
CREATED:20251021T122214Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T122214Z
UID:4395-1764547200-1767225599@highlandglen.ca
SUMMARY:December Theme:  Story Telling in a Single Frame
DESCRIPTION:Go beyond focusing on a single subject. Sometimes you want an action-packed photograph that has a story to tell. The story in the photograph must have a story beginning\, middle\, and an ending. How do you do tell a story in just one photograph? \nYou can follow the link to guide you in story telling in a single frame: https://thedigitaltrekker.com/2025/04/visual-storytelling/ \nYou can follow the link which also has a YouTube video: https://www.alanranger.com/blog-on-photography/the-art-of-storytelling-photography?srsltid=AfmBOor4bJWwI6RiWUTfhHGPE7SUM07yWhB-6l-cS4Aen3BE_AqVtwhq \nJ.P. Stones YouTube video on story telling: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kp1EtKGUsRc \nOur private Mighty Networks site is a great place to share your creations\, or bring your images on an image share night. If you are a HG member and not on Mighty Networks then contact us for someone to “invite you”. \n 
URL:https://highlandglen.ca/index.php/event/december-theme-story-telling-in-a-single-frame/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Theme
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251201T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251201T213000
DTSTAMP:20260425T064609
CREATED:20251021T122611Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T123106Z
UID:4398-1764617400-1764624600@highlandglen.ca
SUMMARY:Meeting:  Guest Presenter Jonathan Sau "Printing Your Photos"
DESCRIPTION:Are you thinking of printing some of your images for decorating your home and office\, or to give away as gifts? A good print on the wall is a great way to showcase your best images.  \nIn this presentation\, we’ll cover things you need to know to get the best print outcome\, from the choice of photo paper and other media\, to ensuring colour and tone accuracy through monitor calibration and soft proofing\, and putting on the finishing touch through framing and matting. Most of the material applies whether you use a print shop\, or print at home. \nAbout the speaker: \nJonathan Sau has been doing photography since the 90’s\, and has been making prints since 2016 for his fine art photography business\, using both his Epson photo printer at home\, and commercial print shops. He’s a board member of the Grand River Imaging and Photographic Society (GRIPS) in Kitchener. \nhttps://jonathansauphotography.com/\nhttps://www.instagram.com/jonathan.sau.photography/\nhttps://www.facebook.com/jonathan.sau.photography/ \n 
URL:https://highlandglen.ca/index.php/event/meeting-guest-presenter-jonathan-sau-printing-your-photos/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Guest Speaker
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251215T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251215T213000
DTSTAMP:20260425T064609
CREATED:20251021T122901Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251208T012756Z
UID:4400-1765827000-1765834200@highlandglen.ca
SUMMARY:Christmas Social Dec. 15th
DESCRIPTION:Please join us at Coldwell Banker\, PBR on Monday\, December 15th at 7:30 pm (the usual time) for some holiday cheer. We will be showing some award winning photos from the OC3 (Ontario Council of Camera Clubs) Open Photo Challenge 2025. Mark Bingeman will be giving us some tips on using Lightroom. Dessert\, coffee and hot chocolate will be served. Zoom should be available\, but we’d love to see you in person!
URL:https://highlandglen.ca/index.php/event/banquet-dec-15th-details-tbd/
LOCATION:Coldwell Banker – Peter Benninger Realty\, 508 Riverbend Drive\, Kitchener\, Ontario\, N2K 3S2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:In person (Zoom available),Member Night
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260101
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260201
DTSTAMP:20260425T064609
CREATED:20251021T123949Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T123949Z
UID:4405-1767225600-1769903999@highlandglen.ca
SUMMARY:Theme:  Inspiration Open Colour
DESCRIPTION:In preparation for our third CAPA competition the theme for January is “Inspiration Open Colour”.  Visit CAPA’s site for full details. \nThis competition and its themes invite photographers to showcase their creative skills\, using colour as a vibrant medium to capture dynamic\, outstanding\, stunning\, thoughtful and thought-provoking images. \nIt is an opportunity to explore areas that may stretch your comfort zones\, pushing to the boundaries of your creativity. \nSubmitted image must fall within one of the following themes: \n\nMan-Made Environments – Images that highlight the contrast of color within human-constructed spaces: vibrant\, tight\, and/or sprawling urban centers\, rural structures with rich palettes of colour and the working landscapes of farming communities.\nSeasonal Transitions – Images which capture nature’s shifting color palette as it transforms landscapes\, flora\, and atmospheric conditions throughout the year’s natural cycles. \nAction & Motion – Images in this theme should convey excitement\, speed\, and movement through colour. Images can be a result of panning effects\, slow shutter speeds or freezing fast action. The sources of inspiration are boundless – whether it’s animals\, birds\, dance\, sports\, traffic\, vehicles\, or any other dynamic subject in motion.\nCultural Events – Using colour\, movement and celebration\, these images will capture the vibrant traditions\, festivities\, and ceremonies that showcase the rich tapestry of human existence and expression. \nClose-up – Showcasing an intimate exploration of form and detail\, these images will reveal the extraordinary world of color\, pattern\, and texture hidden within everyday subjects.\n\n 
URL:https://highlandglen.ca/index.php/event/theme-inspiration-open-colour/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Theme
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260105T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260105T213000
DTSTAMP:20260425T064609
CREATED:20251210T164301Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T180756Z
UID:4436-1767641400-1767648600@highlandglen.ca
SUMMARY:Hands-On Practice:  Portrait Photography with Jane and Leo (bring a camera)
DESCRIPTION:Leo and Jane will be doing a “hands on” Portrait photography session on January 5th. They will explain what portraiture entails and the different forms it can take. They will set up a “one light” studio in the theatre and will explain how the lighting can be used to create something more dramatic than a photo taken in the available light. Jane and Leo will also discuss how other lighting tools can be used to enhance your portraits. They will have each person that brings a digital camera (it must have a hot shoe in order to connect the light source to the shutter) the opportunity to take some portraits of another club member. They would like everyone to be able to receive their portrait via email from the person who takes their photo. Jane and Leo are hoping to put them up on the screen for evaluation and review that evening. \nAt the end of the meeting we will be updating you on some CAPA rule changes. \nCAPA AI rules and Metadata recording \nJennifer Leat will present a short review of CAPA’s rules regarding AI use and some changes regarding metadata for your photos that are submitted to CAPA competition.  This is important information for all who wish to submit images to CAPA competitions from Jan 1st 2026 onwards.\n \nNOTE:  Meeting is NOT available through zoom.  In person only for hands-on meetings.\n 
URL:https://highlandglen.ca/index.php/event/meeting-jan-5-2026/
LOCATION:Coldwell Banker – Peter Benninger Realty\, 508 Riverbend Drive\, Kitchener\, Ontario\, N2K 3S2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Member Night
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260119T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260119T213000
DTSTAMP:20260425T064609
CREATED:20251021T125248Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260216T140830Z
UID:4409-1768851000-1768858200@highlandglen.ca
SUMMARY:Jan. 19th Meeting CANCELLED - to be rescheduled (new date April 20th) for Dan Gillespie Audio Visual Show Night
DESCRIPTION:An evening in honour of Dan Gillespie. \nDan loved how AV shows brought members together. Help us continue this tradition and remember Dan by submitting an AV show to share. \nSubmit one AV show (in an .mp4 format) that is a maximum of 5 minutes long.  Since an audio visual show takes a bit more work to make\, you can share a collection of images that would be shown as a slide show by the moderator. \nBring your audio-visual show on a USB stick.  Come early to load it on the club’s computer for presentation.  If participating via Zoom\, use one of the following procedures to submit your AV show (preferably by Jan 17th): \n\nIf you have your own file sharing system (Dropbox\, Google Drive\, etc)\, you can send the download link to submissions@highlandglen.ca and the moderator can collect the file.\nIf you want to send in a show\, send an email to submissions@highlandglen.ca and the moderator will send you a file request through Dropbox. The file request will provide a link for uploading the file.\n\n 
URL:https://highlandglen.ca/index.php/event/dan-gillespie-audio-visual-show-night/
LOCATION:Coldwell Banker – Peter Benninger Realty\, 508 Riverbend Drive\, Kitchener\, Ontario\, N2K 3S2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:In person (Zoom available),Member Night
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260122T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260203T233000
DTSTAMP:20260425T064609
CREATED:20251210T191352Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260130T143854Z
UID:4454-1769040000-1770161400@highlandglen.ca
SUMMARY:CAPA Inspiration Open Colour Competition Image Due:  February 3\, 2026
DESCRIPTION:For the third CAPA competition\, the Board has selected the Inspiration Open Colour competition.  The club will select six images\, which must be from different photographers\, to represent the club. \nSubmit one digital image for consideration in the CAPA Inspiration Open Colour Competition. \nSee CAPA Competitions under the Competitions menu tab for a brief description of the image themes\, image standards\, and file naming conventions.  NOTE CHANGES BEGINNING JAN. 1\, 2026. \nSubmit images via email (our website upload is not working at this time.  An error is being returned once uploaded and images are not getting saved).   \nPlease send your images via e-mail to Mark via:  capa@highlandglen.ca \nIn your email include the following: \n\nFirst and Last Name\nPicture Title\nTheme\n\n  \n 
URL:https://highlandglen.ca/index.php/event/capa-inspiration-open-colour-competition-image-due-february-3-2026/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Photo submission
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260201
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260301
DTSTAMP:20260425T064609
CREATED:20251210T185221Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251210T185221Z
UID:4438-1769904000-1772323199@highlandglen.ca
SUMMARY:February Theme: Snow or Bubbles
DESCRIPTION:Snow. One challenge is to get out there this winter and create images of snowy landscapes or close ups of snow on objects\, or even snowflakes themselves. Ideas include urban landscapes in snow\, a minimalist picture of a single tree\, snowmen\, or people enjoying winter activities\, such as skiing\, skating or walking. Snow has a benefit of creating a clean carpet/covering in areas which might otherwise look messy. Pictures taken during a snowstorm are always interesting\, and this can even be done from your car! Here are some useful tips 9 Photography Tips To Capture Winter Like A Pro \nBut remember to be careful with your exposure. Your camera doesn’t know that snow is almost pure white and will often make it grey. So counter-intuitively\, you may need to use some exposure compensation (over-exposing) to make the snow look white (but be careful not so much that you blow the highlights). See How to properly expose SNOW and ICE  \n Bubbles. An alternative for those who are not inclined or cannot go out in the cold weather\, is to work on the idea of bubbles. Try blowing bubbles inside the house\, children blowing bubbles\, close-ups of bubbles against a dark background. Or of course\, you can combine these two themes and shoot some bubbles out of doors\, see How to Photograph Frozen Bubbles. \nHoping this adds some fun to the short winter days.
URL:https://highlandglen.ca/index.php/event/february-theme-snow-or-bubbles/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Theme
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260202T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260202T213000
DTSTAMP:20260425T064609
CREATED:20251210T190948Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251210T190948Z
UID:4451-1770060600-1770067800@highlandglen.ca
SUMMARY:Meeting:  February 2\, 2026 with Guest Presenter Mike Moats
DESCRIPTION:Guest Presenter:  Mike Moats “Getting It All In Focus Without Focus Stacking” via ZOOM \nWhen I ask macro photographers what they are struggling with\, the answer is always depth of field and not understanding the f/stops and how they affect the focus. You will hear photographers say that you have to focus stack in order to get more depth of field\, but not true and in this program\, you will learn the easy methods to getting all the depth of you want without focus stacking. \nBio \nMike Moats is an international award-winning full time pro macro photographer from Michigan.  He is a Tamron Image Master\, Vanguard Pro\, and his articles and images have been published in many photo magazines for over 20 years.  He has a Macro Photo Club online with over 2\,900 members\, from 29 countries.  Mike teaches workshops and speaks at photo conference throughout the US. \n \n \n \n 
URL:https://highlandglen.ca/index.php/event/meeting-february-2-2026-with-guest-presenter-mike-moats/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Guest Speaker
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260216
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260217
DTSTAMP:20260425T064609
CREATED:20251210T191543Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251210T191543Z
UID:4456-1771200000-1771286399@highlandglen.ca
SUMMARY:February 16:  Family Day – No Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Due to the Family Day Holiday there will not be a meeting this evening.
URL:https://highlandglen.ca/index.php/event/february-16-family-day-no-meeting/
LOCATION:Ontario
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260301T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260318T233000
DTSTAMP:20260425T064609
CREATED:20251210T191823Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T150347Z
UID:4458-1772323200-1773876600@highlandglen.ca
SUMMARY:Fergus/HGCC Competition Images Due:  March 18\, 2026
DESCRIPTION:In 2019\, we started a friendly inter-club competition with the Fergus & District Camera Club as an annual spring event with Highland Glen and Fergus camera clubs alternating hosting duties for the competition.  Each club enters 30 digital images.  This is an open category competition\, so any subject\, processing technique\, etc. is accepted. \nThe competition is intended to be a showcase of the achievements of the club as a wholeand not just a few members. HGCC members can submit up to three images for consideration. The club decides on the images to be submitted and strives to have at least one image from every submitter. \nDetails of the competition and image standard are posted here. \nPlease submit up to 3 images with a title for each via email to submissions@highlandglen.ca
URL:https://highlandglen.ca/index.php/event/fergus-hgcc-competition-images-due-feb-17-2026/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Photo submission
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260301
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260401
DTSTAMP:20260425T064609
CREATED:20251210T192204Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251210T192204Z
UID:4460-1772323200-1775001599@highlandglen.ca
SUMMARY:March Theme: I can taste that Food
DESCRIPTION:We are challenging you to try food photography. This is a still life photography genre used to create appealing still life photographs of food. You want to make the food look as appetising as possible. Capturing colour and texture is important. Key techniques include using natural\, diffused light\, often from the side\, and experimenting with camera angles like the 45-degree or overhead shots to highlight different aspects of the dish. Natural light is best but avoid direct sunlight. So use diffused light from a window or white diffuser boards to spread the light. Sidelight is flattering for most food. Try shooting from different angles. For example\, layered food\, such as a burger\, is best photographed from the side. And think about your backdrop which should be simple\, but consistent with the type of food. Also think about your props e.g. forks. Make sure that everything is squeaky clean – bits of dust will be really noticeable. A person’s hands or fingers can be included\, or the cook doing finishing touches. You can even photography food while it is being cooked. \nSee Food photography tips and tricks and Introducing Food Photography and How to Take Creative Food Photos – MIOPS for ideas. Don’t forget that food includes drinks! \nHappy shooting and enjoy the food afterwards!
URL:https://highlandglen.ca/index.php/event/march-theme-i-can-taste-that-food/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Theme
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260302T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260302T213000
DTSTAMP:20260425T064609
CREATED:20251210T193643Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260220T131324Z
UID:4463-1772479800-1772487000@highlandglen.ca
SUMMARY:March 2\, 2026 Guest Presenter:  Dee Potter
DESCRIPTION:Guest Presenter:  Dee Potter  “Explorations in Photography: A Journey Through Urban Landscapes\, Natural Wonders\, and Fascinating Faces” \nTo join as an individual guest to Highland Glen Camera Club for this presentation please complete the on-line guest form and pay the $10 guest via e-transfer or cash at the door. \nJoin Dee Potter for a captivating presentation showcasing his powerful imagery from around the globe—featuring majestic natural landscapes\, dynamic cityscapes\, and striking cultural portraits. Dee reveals his creative process for working a scene to unlock its full photographic potential and demonstrates how photo tours are the secret weapon for capturing award-winning images. As a bonus\, Dee shares his behind-the-scenes experience representing Team Canada at the World Photographic Cup and becoming a 2025 World Top 10 Nature Landscape Photographer\, offering rare insights into what it takes to compete on the global stage\, and how you can\, too! \nOnline Presence: \nInstagram: @deepotterphotography \nFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/photodees \nWebsite: https://deepotter.photography \nWorkshops: https://deepotter.photography/workshops \nYouTube: https://youtube.com/@deepotterphotography6228 \n 
URL:https://highlandglen.ca/index.php/event/march-2-2026-guest-presenter-dee-potter/
LOCATION:Coldwell Banker – Peter Benninger Realty\, 508 Riverbend Drive\, Kitchener\, Ontario\, N2K 3S2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Guest Speaker,In person (Zoom available)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260316T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260316T213000
DTSTAMP:20260425T064609
CREATED:20260216T135533Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260315T143323Z
UID:4581-1773689400-1773696600@highlandglen.ca
SUMMARY:Guest Speaker:  Steve Gettle "Caught In Motion" March 16\, 2026. ON LINE ONLY
DESCRIPTION:Due to Leo and Jane coming down with a flu bug this past week\, we’ve decided the best course of action would be to present Steve Gettle’s talk completely over zoom. Brant will take over the co hosting with Steve. Please go to the Highland Glen website to see Steve’s information where there is a link to register in order to receive the zoom details. There will not be an in person meeting on Monday night\, but we hope you can all join us on zoom. \n Please find the Webinar Invitation for Steve Gettle’s presentation ‘Caught in Motion’ to be held on March 16 from 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Steve is the main host and Highland Glen will co-host. To attend  you need to sign up for this webinar prior to the event date. Steve will send out the Zoom link after you register.  \n  \nThis meeting will be hosted by Steve Gettle – details for signing up for the presentation is in the poster he provided. \n \nLink to Poster:  CAUGHT IN MOTION HGCC \nPhotographing Action with a Mirrorless Camera \nWant to learn how to go beyond simply making static portraits of your subjects? Mirrorless cameras and advances in autofocus have made action photography accessible to virtually every photographer. In this completely new program\, we will show you how to use just your camera\, natural light\, and auto-focus for subjects on the move such as birds in flight\, running animals\, and other fast action subjects. We will discuss special exposure techniques for action\, acquiring the initial focus-lock\, tracking your subject\, and how to optimize your auto focus for action photography. \nAbout the Artist: Steve Gettle \nSteve Gettle is a renowned nature photographer whose work captures the breathtaking beauty and intricate details of the natural world. With a career spanning over four decades\, Steve has traveled to some of the most remote and pristine wilderness areas across the globe\, from the lush forests of Borneo to the rugged landscapes of the Far North. \nSteve’s passion for nature and photography began in his youth\, nurtured by countless hours spent exploring the outdoors and observing wildlife. This early fascination with the natural world laid the foundation for his future career. Steve quickly developed a keen eye for composition\, lighting\, and the unique behaviors of wildlife\, skills that have earned him a distinguished place in the field of nature photography. \nSteve’s images are celebrated for their vivid attention to detail\, striking use of color\, and ability to convey the spirit and character of his subjects. His work not only showcases the beauty of wildlife and natural scenes but also promotes conservation and environmental awareness. Through his lens\, viewers are invited to experience the majesty of animals in their habitats\, from a delicate butterfly resting on a flower to a powerful leopard hunting in the forests of Africa. \nIn addition to his photographic achievements\, Steve is a dedicated educator and mentor. He conducts workshops and presentations\, sharing his expertise and love for photography with aspiring photographers and nature enthusiasts alike. His approachable teaching style and deep knowledge have inspired countless individuals to pursue their own journeys in nature photography. \nSteve Gettle’s photographs have been widely published in books\, calendars\, and leading nature magazines\, and his work has been featured in galleries and exhibitions worldwide. Each image\, a testament to his patience\, technical skill\, and unwavering dedication to his craft\, and each image stands as a tribute to the wonders of the natural world and an invitation to preserve and protect it for future generations. \n  \nWebsite http://www.stevegettle.com \nFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/steve.gettle \nYouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/stevegettle \nSteve’s Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/stevegettle/ \nNicole’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nicolesudduth/ \n  \n   \n 
URL:https://highlandglen.ca/index.php/event/guest-speaker-steve-gettle-caught-in-motion-march-16-2026/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Guest Speaker,Online Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260323T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260323T193000
DTSTAMP:20260425T064609
CREATED:20260319T011240Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T011721Z
UID:4623-1774283400-1774294200@highlandglen.ca
SUMMARY:OUTING:  March 23\, 2026 Aylmer Wildlife Management Area
DESCRIPTION:Here is the information about the Tundra Swans Outing. \nLocation:  Aylmer Wildlife Management Area (Aylmer Wildlife Management Area – Google Maps) \nTundra Swans Website (Swan Line – Aylmer Museum) \nTime.  Leave Waterloo ~3 pm.  Arrive @ ~4:30 pm (with a stop at the Ingersoll Enroute).  Photograph until ~ 7:30 pm (i.e. until near sunset). \nDate – Monday\, March 23\, 2026 \nEquipment recommendations – medium to long zoom lens (i.e. 100-400mm)\, (optional) tripod with ball head or gimble. \nDress accordingly for the weather. \n  \nMark\nOuting Coordinator\noutings@highlandglen.ca\nHighland Glen Camera Club
URL:https://highlandglen.ca/index.php/event/outing-march-23-2026-aylmer-wildlife-management-area/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Outings
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260401
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260501
DTSTAMP:20260425T064609
CREATED:20260125T163528Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260125T163528Z
UID:4572-1775001600-1777593599@highlandglen.ca
SUMMARY:April 2026 Theme: Canada My Country
DESCRIPTION:In preparation for the club’s participation in the CAPA competition\, our theme for April is Canada My Country.  We would all love to see some of your images of Canada – a great place to share is on our Mighty Networks social media platform and at club image share nights. \nThis annual CAPA event celebrates the rich diversity of people and places across Canada.  This year the competition focuses on the PEOPLE and the LANDSCAPE of Canada.  Visit CAPA’s site for full details. \nLandscape – from the Atlantic coast to the Pacific coast to our Far North\, your submitted photographs should showcase our beautiful country and its vast riches of natural and man-made wonders. \nPeople – images of individuals who call Canada home\, photographed in their daily activities\, street scenes\, workplaces\, formal settings\, community gatherings\, and the varied environments where Canadian life unfolds. \nSubmitted image must fall within one of the following themes: \n\nAtlantic Zone(New Brunswick\, Nova Scotia\, Newfoundland & Labrador & Prince Edward Island)\nPacific Zone(British Columbia & Yukon)\nPrairie Zone(Alberta\, Manitoba\, Saskatchewan & Northwest Territory)\nOntario Zone(includes Nunavut Territory)\nQuebec Zone
URL:https://highlandglen.ca/index.php/event/april-2026-theme-canada-my-country/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Theme
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260401T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260415T233000
DTSTAMP:20260425T064609
CREATED:20260125T164431Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T182110Z
UID:4576-1775030400-1776295800@highlandglen.ca
SUMMARY:CAPA Canada My Country Competition Image Due:  April 15\, 2026
DESCRIPTION:For the fourth and final CAPA competition for this season\, the Board has selected the Canada My Country competition.  The club will select six images\, which must be from different photographers\, to represent the club. \n\n\nSubmit one digital image for consideration in the CAPA Canada My Country Competition. \n\n\nSee CAPA Competitions under the Competitions menu tab for a brief description of the image themes\, image standards\, and file naming conventions.  NOTE CHANGES BEGINNING JAN. 1\, 2026. \n\n\nSubmit images via email (our website upload is not working at this time.  An error is being returned once uploaded and images are not getting saved).   \nPlease send your images via e-mail to Mark via:  capa@highlandglen.ca \nIn your email include the following: \n\nFirst and Last Name\nPicture Title\nTheme
URL:https://highlandglen.ca/index.php/event/capa-canada-my-country-competition-image-due-april-15-2026/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Photo submission
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