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SUMMARY:April 6th:  Easter Monday - No Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Due to the Easter Monday Holiday there will not be a meeting this evening.
URL:https://highlandglen.ca/index.php/event/april-6th-easter-monday-no-meeting/
LOCATION:Ontario
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260413T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260413T213000
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UID:4574-1776106800-1776115800@highlandglen.ca
SUMMARY:April 13th:  HGCC vs Fergus & District CC Competition
DESCRIPTION:Invitation to the Highland Glen and Fergus Inter-Club Competition \nYou are invited to the 2026 Highland Glen and Fergus Inter-Club Competition. \nPlease RSVP if you plan to attend to hgcc@highlandglen.ca by Tuesday April 7th so we can give a tally to Fergus. \nMonday\, April 13 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM \nThis friendly competition will be hosted this year by the Fergus and District Camera Club \nin-person at their regular meeting place. \nSt James Anglican Church (lower level) \n171 Queen St. E. \nFergus\, Ontario \nDoors Open: 6:45 pm \nMeeting Start: 7:00 pm \nLights off for presentation of images and results shortly after 7:00 pm \nSnacks & refreshments to follow the presentation. \nPDF invitation has details on parking.  Click HERE to see invitation PDF from Fergus.
URL:https://highlandglen.ca/index.php/event/april-13th-hgcc-vs-fergus-district-cc-competition/
LOCATION:To be determined
CATEGORIES:Outside Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260420T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260420T213000
DTSTAMP:20260216T141740Z
CREATED:20260127T181439Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260216T141740Z
UID:4591-1776713400-1776720600@highlandglen.ca
SUMMARY:MEETING:  April 20\, 2026 Influential Photographer Presentation\, Image Share and AV Share
DESCRIPTION:Influential Photographer: \nA HGCC member will present for our Influential Photographer series Dianne Bos.  \nImage Share: \nThere will also be an Image Share/Critique (images to be critiqued only if requested by the photographer).  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. \nAV Share: \nThe Dan Gillespie AV Show night has been rescheduled to April 20th – Click here to view the event information. \n  \n 
URL:https://highlandglen.ca/index.php/event/meeting-april-20-2026-influential-photographer-presentation-and-image-share/
LOCATION:Coldwell Banker – Peter Benninger Realty\, 508 Riverbend Drive\, Kitchener\, Ontario\, N2K 3S2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:In person (Zoom available),Member Night,Member Share Night,Photo submission
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260501
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260601
DTSTAMP:20260127T181732Z
CREATED:20260127T181732Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T181732Z
UID:4593-1777593600-1780271999@highlandglen.ca
SUMMARY:May Theme: Stuck In Motion
DESCRIPTION:We are looking for shots of moving animals\, people\, machines\, vehicles\, even plants! which show movement which is frozen by the camera.  When fast motion is stopped by the camera\, details not seen by naked eye may become evident\, e.g. when water movement is stopped by the camera. \nHere are some more ideas of motion that can be captured in a freeze frame; moving water and objects dropped into water\, steam\, droplets\, collisions\, explosions\, dancers\, sports events\, cycling\, cars\, birds in flight. Of course\, a high shutter speed is required\, although how high depends on how fast the subject is moving\, but usually at least 1/500 is needed\, ranging up to 1/4000 to freeze hummingbird wings. Burst mode is recommended useful to capture the exact moment of best interest. \nA flash can also be used to stop motion. \nOne other approach when you want to freeze the motion of just one object in the scene is to use a slower shutter speed and to pan the moving object with the camera. This results in a blurred background but a sharp subject. This works best with objects which move in a predictable fashion e.g. a car or cyclist passing by.
URL:https://highlandglen.ca/index.php/event/may-theme-stuck-in-motion/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Theme
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260504T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260504T213000
DTSTAMP:20260127T183320Z
CREATED:20260127T183320Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T183320Z
UID:4595-1777923000-1777930200@highlandglen.ca
SUMMARY:Meeting May 4th:  AGM and Member Image Share Travel Inspiration (in honour of Nora)
DESCRIPTION:Annual General Meeting \nAgenda to be circulated closer to meeting. \nTravel Inspiration Evening (in honour of Nora Znotinas) \nNora loved to travel and lucky for us she always had her camera and shared her far reaching and exotic adventures with us through her images.  In honour of Nora\, we will have an evening of stories and images shared focused on Travel (near and far).  There will be a few fun challenges and prizes too!  Stay tuned for more details as the date gets closer.
URL:https://highlandglen.ca/index.php/event/meeting-may-4th-agm-and-member-image-share-travel-inspiration-in-honour-of-nora/
LOCATION:Coldwell Banker – Peter Benninger Realty\, 508 Riverbend Drive\, Kitchener\, Ontario\, N2K 3S2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:In person (Zoom available),Member Share Night
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260518
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260519
DTSTAMP:20260127T183415Z
CREATED:20260127T183415Z
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UID:4597-1779062400-1779148799@highlandglen.ca
SUMMARY:May 18th:  Victoria Day - No Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Due to the Victoria Day holiday there will not be a meeting this evening.
URL:https://highlandglen.ca/index.php/event/may-18th-victoria-day-no-meeting/
LOCATION:Ontario
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260601T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260601T213000
DTSTAMP:20260528T162005Z
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UID:4599-1780342200-1780349400@highlandglen.ca
SUMMARY:June 1st:  Year End Banquet
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for our year end club meeting which will be held on June 1st at 7:30 pm at Coldwell Banker\, PBR. \nCoffee will be provided and we ask that you bring a little something (cheese and crackers\, finger frood or a dessert choice) to share. We will be showing the audio/visual presentations again\, along with photos from our entries into the CAPA competitions this past year. \nWe would also like to take the time to discuss what you would like to see and learn through the program next year.  Suggestions are welcome. \nSince this is a social event\, Zoom will not be available. \nWe look forward to seeing you there!
URL:https://highlandglen.ca/index.php/event/june-1st-year-end-banquet/
LOCATION:Coldwell Banker – Peter Benninger Realty\, 508 Riverbend Drive\, Kitchener\, Ontario\, N2K 3S2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Member Night
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260901
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261001
DTSTAMP:20260830T144210Z
CREATED:20260830T144210Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260830T144210Z
UID:4790-1788220800-1790812799@highlandglen.ca
SUMMARY:September Theme:  Pet Photography
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://highlandglen.ca/index.php/event/september-theme-pet-photography/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Theme
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261001
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261002
DTSTAMP:20260911T181053Z
CREATED:20260911T180408Z
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UID:4850-1790812800-1790899199@highlandglen.ca
SUMMARY:Image Submissions Due:  CAPA Nature and Wildlife - Deadline - Oct 1
DESCRIPTION:Please submit 1 image for consideration for the club’s CAPA entry – we need 6 images from 6 different members – by 9 PM Oct. 1st.  Images must meet the CAPA image standards requirements.  A MailChimp will be sent with the submission procedure closer to the due date.  \n  \nFor competition purposes\, your image must fit into one of the following themes: \n\nBotanical– ONLY wild plants photographed in their natural environment are permitted in this theme such as: flowers\, scrubs\, bushes\, trees\, fungi and algae.  Human created hybrid plants or “cultivated plants” are not permitted.\n\nCultivated plants are ones that are planted and maintained by humans as opposed to emerging naturally in the environment.  Wild flowers or plants grown in a botanical garden are accepted in this theme. In cases where a plant species is known to occur in the wild and has been cultivated by humans\, the judging panel will give the image the “benefit-of-the-doubt” and accept the image as meeting the definition of this theme. \n\n“Hand-of-man” elements must not appear in the image unless they are essential to the nature story.  When present\, these human elements must occupy no more that 10% of the image area. Exceeding the 10% limit is grounds for disqualification.\n\n\nInsects\, Reptiles & Amphibians– such as: alligators\, ants\, bees\, beetles\, butterflies\, crickets\, crocodiles\, dragonflies\, frogs\, gecko\, hornets\, iguana\, lizard\, mantis\, mosquitoes\, snakes\, turtles\, wasps\, etc…\n\n“Hand-of-man” elements must not appear in the image unless they are essential to the nature story.  When present\, these human elements must occupy no more that 10% of the image area. Exceeding the 10% limit is grounds for disqualification.\n\n\nLandscape– subjects such as weather phenomena\, geological formations\, landscapes\, seascapes and natural phenomena\, planets\, stars and astronomical events.\n\n“Hand-of-man” elements shall not be present.\n\n\nNature– such as living animals (including arthropods\, spiders and crustaceans)\, birds and marine subjects\, which are living under the unobvious control and feeding of humans in situations such as zoos\, game farms\, animal reserves\, and/or aquariums\, etc.\n\nNo domestic or feral animals/birds are permitted in this theme. Domestic and feral animals include\, but are not limited to camels\, cats\, chickens\, dogs\, donkeys\, goats\, horses\, rabbits\, pigs\, rock doves\, sheep\, starlings\, and water buffalo. \n\n\n\n“Hand-of-man” elements must not appear in the image unless they are essential to the nature story.  When present\, these human elements must occupy no more that 10% of the image area. Exceeding the 10% limit is grounds for disqualification.\n\n\nWildlife –This theme is restricted toliving and untamed wildlife mammals\, birds and marine subjects ONLY. Wildlife subjects for this theme must be living free and cannot be living in traditional zoos\, open-range zoos\, game farms or other areas where they are under the care of man\, restrained and/or confined.\n\nFor this theme\, nature parks are considered natural environments because the animals are not in “controlled conditions“. \nWild animals and birds with scientific bands\, tags or radio collars\, are permitted in this theme\, but those with tethers or harness attachments are not permitted. \nNo domestic or feral animals/birds are permitted in this theme. Domestic and feral animals include\, but are not limited to camels\, cats\, chickens\, dogs\, donkeys\, goats\, horses\, rabbits\, pigs\, rock doves\, sheep\, starlings\, and water buffalo. \nNo “Hand-of-Man” elements is permitted in the Wildlife theme. \nWildlife images can also be entered into the Nature theme. 
URL:https://highlandglen.ca/index.php/event/image-submissions-due-capa-nature-and-wildlife-deadline-oct-1/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Photo submission
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260921T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260921T213000
DTSTAMP:20260831T175752Z
CREATED:20260830T171210Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T175752Z
UID:4808-1790019000-1790026200@highlandglen.ca
SUMMARY:First Meeting for 2026-27 Season:  September 21\, 2026
DESCRIPTION:Welcome back: \n\nWelcome and introduction of new members.\nReview of what is in store for this season.\nReview of tech changes – New Computer\, Teams\, upcoming website changes.\n\nImage Share: \nBring or submit up to 4 digital images or prints to share in tonight’s share session. You can bring in images to match photos within your assigned colour palette (you remember – the one you picked out of the hat at our last club meeting)\, or photographer’s choice.  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 (USB-A or USB-C connection). 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 20th.  \nIf you can’t come in person\, we will be running the meeting through Teams as well.  Link to the meeting is provided in MailChimp closer to the meeting date.
URL:https://highlandglen.ca/index.php/event/first-meeting-for-2026-27-season-september-21-2026/
LOCATION:Coldwell Banker – Peter Benninger Realty\, 508 Riverbend Drive\, Kitchener\, Ontario\, N2K 3S2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Member Share Night
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261001
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261101
DTSTAMP:20260920T135308Z
CREATED:20260830T144421Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260920T135308Z
UID:4792-1790812800-1793491199@highlandglen.ca
SUMMARY:October Theme:  Monochrome
DESCRIPTION:Monochrome Theme Example by Jennifer Leat \n  \n“Monochrome comes from the Greek literally meaning mono (one) chrome (colour). It includes black and white but is not limited to black and white – it could be shades of red or blue\, as long as the hue (RGB ratios) remain the same. Colour is specified by 3 variables\, hue (what we normally mean by colour e.g. red or blue)\, saturation (how intense the hue is) and value (how light or dark it is).  A monochrome image typically only varies in value and the hue (and usually the saturation) remain constant.  \nMonochrome strips away the variations in colour\, which can sometimes overpower and distract the viewer to less relevant parts of the image. It forces the photographer to think of texture and shape and the story behind the photograph. Contrast can be increased in monochrome (especially black and white) in a way which might distort a coloured image. Based on the CAPA description “Monochrome photography challenges the photographer to see beyond colour\, focusing on the interplay of light\, shadow\, texture\, and form to create compelling visual narratives”. \nThis year\, CAPA defines two categories for monochrome:\n\nA pure 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\nIf you are considering submitting for this CAPA competition\, make sure that you carefully check the requirements and sub-themes\, see 2026 Monochrome Competition – Canadian Association for Photographic Art \n  \nHow to convert a colour image to a monochrome single hue image (black and white tinted image).\nStep 1: Convert to Black & White (you may want to a adjust the sliders (like Contrast\, Highlights\, and Shadows) to build a strong tonal foundation for your monochrome image.\nStep 2: Apply a Tint Using Color Grading\n\n\nScroll down to the Color Grading panel. \n\n\nFor a single monotone tint (like sepia or cyanotype): Click on the Midtones wheel (the middle circle). Drag the center selector toward your preferred hue (e.g.\, a warm orange/sepia or a cool blue). \n\n\nFine-tune the Blending and Balance sliders at the bottom of the Color Grading panel to control how the tones merge across the image’s luminance values.\n\n\n A few example images with single hue provided by Jennifer Leat: \n \n \n 
URL:https://highlandglen.ca/index.php/event/october-theme-monochrome/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Theme
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261005T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261005T213000
DTSTAMP:20260830T172723Z
CREATED:20260830T172723Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260830T172723Z
UID:4811-1791228600-1791235800@highlandglen.ca
SUMMARY:Influential Photographer Harold Edgerton plus David duChemin - The Heart of the Photograph
DESCRIPTION:Influential Photographer:  HGCC member\, Brant Danard will present a short 15 minute introduction to Harold Edgerton. \n\nVirtual/Pre-taped Guest Speaker Presentation: David duChemin – The Heart of the Photograph \n \nA compelling photograph is more than visual. It’s visceral. We don’t only see it\, we feel it. It’s more than just focusing our lenses\, it’s also focusing the attention of those who will experience our photographs. Great gear helps\, but what about the other tools? What about juxtaposition and mystery\, story\, mood\, depth\, and energy? What about the power of a great moment? And when it comes to gear\, is it enough that we have all the tools\, like great optics\, or should we be developing a sensitivity to the unique ways in which different focal lengths amplify the feeling of a scene when used well? \n\n\nThe Heart of the Photograph is an inspiring presentation about these very ideas\, and it will change the way you make your photographs and reignite the spark if it has cooled off. \n\n\nPhotographer and best-selling author David duChemin has taught this amazing craft on all seven continents\, and has appeared on stages for companies like Amazon and Apple to teach the human side of this craft. With over 35 years experience making photographs\, his calling is to help photographers make photographs that are more than just sharp and well-exposed. David teaches how to make photographs that light a spark in people\, that communicate clearly\, that captivate imaginations and grab the attention and hearts of the people who will see them. As an international workshop leader and author of best-selling books like Within The Frame and The Soul of the Camera (both published in over a dozen languages)\, he’s taught students this incredible craft on all seven continents. David’s lecture will inspire you to go deeper with your craft and find greater joy—and freedom!—in the exploration of your vision. \n\n\nThis is a pre-recorded talk and there will be a discussion afterwards. A number of us have seen David talk in person and on video; he is an amazing and inspiring speaker. \nKhutzeymateen Inlet\, Northern British Columbia\, Canada \ncopyright David DuChemin \ncopyright David DuChemin \ncopyright David DuChemin \n\n 
URL:https://highlandglen.ca/index.php/event/influential-photographer-harold-edgerton-plus-david-duchemin-the-heart-of-the-photograph/
LOCATION:Coldwell Banker – Peter Benninger Realty\, 508 Riverbend Drive\, Kitchener\, Ontario\, N2K 3S2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:In person (Zoom available)
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261012
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261013
DTSTAMP:20261001T152440Z
CREATED:20261001T152440Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261001T152440Z
UID:4941-1791763200-1791849599@highlandglen.ca
SUMMARY:GVIB Submissions DUE:  October 12\, 2026
DESCRIPTION:This year’s Grand Valley Image Battle will be hosted by the Woodstock Camera Club and will be completed in-person Sunday\, November 15 th  2026.   \nWe need 18 images and would like to have as many members as possible participating.  Goal is to have one image from 18 different members. \n \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  (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. \nPlease send your images to our submissions email by the end of day October 12th\, 2026. In your email\, please list the images in order you would prefer to be selected – 1st\, 2nd\, 3rd.\n 
URL:https://highlandglen.ca/index.php/event/gvib-submissions-due-october-12-2026/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Photo submission
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261101
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261102
DTSTAMP:20260911T180958Z
CREATED:20260911T180754Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260911T180958Z
UID:4853-1793491200-1793577599@highlandglen.ca
SUMMARY:Image Submission Due:  CAPA Monochrome - Deadline - Nov 1
DESCRIPTION:Please submit 1 image for consideration for the club’s CAPA entry – we need 6 images from 6 different members – by 9 PM Nov. 1st.  Images must meet the CAPA image standards requirements.  A MailChimp will be sent with the submission procedure closer to the due date.  \nTexture & Detail – Images that highlight the tactile qualities of surfaces and materials through close\, attentive observation. Whether found in natural subjects such as bark\, stone\, and organic forms\, or in architectural elements and weathered objects\, these photographs should reveal patterns\, wear\, and structure with clarity. Successful entries evoke a physical response — making viewers feel as though they could reach out and touch the surface. \nMotion & Stillness – Images that explore the interplay between movement and static elements\, expressed through the tonal and interpretive power of monochrome. Techniques such as intentional camera movement\, long exposure\, panning\, or freezing action may be used\, but the emphasis is on how motion or stillness is conveyed through light\, contrast\, and form. Subjects may include flowing water\, moving crowds\, wind-shaped landscapes\, dancers\, machinery in operation\, or celestial motion. Successful entries demonstrate how monochrome distills motion or stillness into a compelling visual experience. \nIsolation & Solitude – Images that convey the experience of being alone — physically\, emotionally\, or psychologically. This may be expressed through a lone figure in a landscape\, a solitary person in an empty interior\, a contemplative face set against negative space\, or a tightly framed portrait that communicates emotional distance. While the theme naturally invites portraiture\, the challenge lies in using monochrome’s tonal range to articulate isolation with subtlety and intention. \nHands at Work – Images that explore craftsmanship\, labour\, and human endeavour through tools\, materials\, working environments\, or the traces left behind. Whether in agricultural fields\, construction sites\, workshops\, factories\, or artist studios\, these photographs emphasize the relationship between people and the work they carry out. Strong entries use monochrome’s tonal range to reveal effort\, skill\, and purpose with clarity and intention.
URL:https://highlandglen.ca/index.php/event/image-submission-due-capa-monochrome-deadline-nov-1/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Photo submission
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261019T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261019T213000
DTSTAMP:20261016T122122Z
CREATED:20260830T172944Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261016T122122Z
UID:4814-1792438200-1792445400@highlandglen.ca
SUMMARY:Guest Speaker: Jeff Stephenson "Aviation Photography" Oct. 19th
DESCRIPTION:Jeff is a professional commercial photographer. With a lifelong passion for aviation\, his aviation art career began in earnest in 2009. Since then\, his work has been shown in galleries\, won awards and recognition\, and he has been requested to produce custom images for the Canadian International Air Show (2011-current)\, Canadian Warplane Heritage Museum\, Canadian Air and Space Museum\, Brampton Flight Centre\, as well as a range of individual clients.\n \nHe photographs both modern and vintage planes\, flying and on the ground.  \n \nYou can see some of his work on his web site at Jeff Stephenson Photography – Shop\n \nJeff will be joining us in-person for his presentation.
URL:https://highlandglen.ca/index.php/event/guest-speaker-jeff-stephenson-aviation-photography/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261101
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261201
DTSTAMP:20260830T144617Z
CREATED:20260830T144617Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260830T144617Z
UID:4794-1793491200-1796083199@highlandglen.ca
SUMMARY:November Theme:  Subjects in Motion
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://highlandglen.ca/index.php/event/november-theme-subjects-in-motion/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Theme
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261102T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261102T213000
DTSTAMP:20260921T171554Z
CREATED:20260921T165616Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260921T171554Z
UID:4866-1793647800-1793655000@highlandglen.ca
SUMMARY:Meeting:  Nov. 2nd Image Critique/Discussion
DESCRIPTION:Image critique/discussion  –  How to improve your images. There will be an introduction on how to positively critique images with examples. Please submit up to 3 images by Oct. 28 that can be discussed in the group. They do not have to be perfect images!!  
URL:https://highlandglen.ca/index.php/event/meeting-nov-2nd-image-critique-discussion/
LOCATION:Coldwell Banker – Peter Benninger Realty\, 508 Riverbend Drive\, Kitchener\, Ontario\, N2K 3S2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:In person (Zoom available),Member Share Night
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261115T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261115T160000
DTSTAMP:20261001T153635Z
CREATED:20261001T153145Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261001T153635Z
UID:4943-1794747600-1794758400@highlandglen.ca
SUMMARY:GVIB:  Sunday\, November 15\, 2026 in Woodstock
DESCRIPTION:The 2026 GVIB (Grand Valley Image Battle) is being hosted by the Woodstock Camera Club and will take place completely in-person this year.   \nDate:  Sunday\, November 15\, 2026 \nTime: 1-4 pm \nLocation:  Unifor Hall Local 636\, 126 Beale St.\, Woodstock\, ON\, N4S 6X5 \nRefreshments will be served. \nIf you plan to attend\, please let Jane know before October 17th for our R.S.V.P. details that need to be sent to Woodstock. \n 
URL:https://highlandglen.ca/index.php/event/gvib-sunday-november-15-2026-in-woodstock/
LOCATION:GVIB at Woodstock\, 126 Beale St.\, Woodstock\, ON\, N4S 6X5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Outside Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261116T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261116T213000
DTSTAMP:20260921T170217Z
CREATED:20260921T170217Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260921T170217Z
UID:4872-1794857400-1794864600@highlandglen.ca
SUMMARY:Guest Speaker:  Dave McCammon Nov. 16th
DESCRIPTION:Guest speaker David McCammon “Grow your skills and vision through personal projects” \n \nDavid McCammon MPA\, SPA (PPOC)\, BAA (Ryerson)\, M.Ed. (Nipissing) has been a professional photographer for over 40 years. He has worked as a commercial\, corporate and editorial photographer\, did weddings until 2000 and family portraits until about 2010. \nBernice Abbott at 80 years young informed David’s class at Ryerson in 1977 that she was “still learning photography”! Like Ms. Abbott\, David is still learning photography. \nDavid explains that “Each year at Ryerson (TMU) we had to pursue a personal body of work over the course of the year. HUGE experiences! I have continued pursuing personal projects ever since. They help me grow visually\, technically and personally” He has pursued personal projects ever since and this will be the topic of his presentation on November 16th. \nDavid will discuss his process\, share some of the results and illustrate their incredible value for personal and technical growth. He will also describe his work with diptychs and bring some printed examples. \nYou can see some of David’s work at Photography Blog with David McCammon\, BAA – Photo Arts\, M.Ed\, PPOC Master of Photo Arts
URL:https://highlandglen.ca/index.php/event/guest-speaker-dave-mccammon-nov-16th/
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:20261201
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270101
DTSTAMP:20260830T144749Z
CREATED:20260830T144723Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260830T144749Z
UID:4796-1796083200-1798761599@highlandglen.ca
SUMMARY:December Theme:  Indoor or outdoor night life
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://highlandglen.ca/index.php/event/december-theme-indoor-or-outdoor-night-life/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Theme
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261207T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261207T213000
DTSTAMP:20260922T120140Z
CREATED:20260921T171239Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260922T120140Z
UID:4874-1796671800-1796679000@highlandglen.ca
SUMMARY:HGCC Member Presentation:  Jennifer Leat Dec. 7th
DESCRIPTION:Speaker Jennifer Leat “Iceland – land of water\, fire and ice” \n \nIceland is relatively young geologically and is still being formed and changed today\, due to its active volcanoes and its location on the divide between the North Atlantic and Euroasian tectonic plates. This results in dramatic and ever-changing landscapes – a photographer’s dream. You can see recent and old lava flows\, hot springs\, geysers\, and waterfalls in abundance. With its northerly location it also has some of the largest glaciers in Europe often ending in glacial lagoons. In this presentation\, Jennifer will share her experience of some of the amazing mountains\, bird life\, glaciers\, sulphur springs\, waterfalls\, and give anecdotes of the unique culture there. \nJennifer has been interested in photography since being a teenager and has taken photographs all around the world. In her career as an academic optometrist and researcher\, she had the opportunity to travel to some distant places\, including Tanzania\, Kenya\, Australia\, Hawaii\, Jamaica and of course she always took a camera. Her main photographic interests are wildlife (especially birds)\, macro\, landscapes and abstract/art photography. She is a member of GRIPS (reaching Advanced level) and Highland Glen Camera clubs. \n \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://highlandglen.ca/index.php/event/hgcc-member-presentation-jennifer-leat-dec-7th/
LOCATION:Coldwell Banker – Peter Benninger Realty\, 508 Riverbend Drive\, Kitchener\, Ontario\, N2K 3S2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:In person (Zoom available)
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261221
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261222
DTSTAMP:20260928T165214Z
CREATED:20260928T165214Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260928T165214Z
UID:4890-1797811200-1797897599@highlandglen.ca
SUMMARY:No Meeting Dec. 21st
DESCRIPTION:There will not be a meeting on Dec. 21st because of proximity to Christmas. \nWishing you all a happy\, healthy and merry Christmas.   \nSee you all Jan. 4th
URL:https://highlandglen.ca/index.php/event/no-meeting-dec-21st/
LOCATION:Ontario
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270101
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270201
DTSTAMP:20260831T175649Z
CREATED:20260830T144950Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T175649Z
UID:4798-1798761600-1801439999@highlandglen.ca
SUMMARY:January Theme:  Landscape photography
DESCRIPTION:Landscape Theme Example by Jennifer Leat \nWe hope that you were inspired by Bill Hall’s presentation on Landscape Photography at the beginning of the month. Landscape photography is a genre that we probably all have done\, even if we do not consider this one of our specific photographic interests. For example\, I am sure we all take landscapes when on holiday. So we hope that you will share some of your landscapes or go out and take some winter or urban landscapes this month. Landscape photography is not only those grand vistas of mountains\, but can also include focussing on smaller detail\, zooming in on part of a scene e.g. a single tree\, cityscapes\, and abstract landscapes which concentrate on color\, shape\, and patterns rather than a specific recognisable location. But the rules of composition and design will still apply!!  \nSome ideas can be found here An Introduction to Intimate Landscape Photography and The Many Faces of Landscape Photography | by Spencer Wade | Medium
URL:https://highlandglen.ca/index.php/event/january-theme-landscape-photography/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Theme
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20270104T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20270104T213000
DTSTAMP:20260928T165700Z
CREATED:20260928T165700Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260928T165700Z
UID:4894-1799091000-1799098200@highlandglen.ca
SUMMARY:HGCC Member Presentation:  Bill Hall "Beginner's Guide to Landscape Photography"
DESCRIPTION:Speaker Bill Hall “Beginner’s Guide to Landscape Photography”.  \nLandscape photography is more than just documenting the location. Use it not only to share what you saw\, but the feelings and emotions of the moment. \nIn this presentation we’ll delve into the five elements that will take your landscape images from ordinary to extraordinary. We’ll look at the importance of planning\, controlling what you can and working with what you can’t control\, using visual design and technique to express your vision\, and adding the finishing touches in post-processing. \n Bill is a Kitchener-based photographer and has had a camera in his hands for as long as he can remember. While his photographic interests are diverse\, in recent years he has focused primarily on travel photography\, drawn by the variety it offers. Bill is passionate about sharing his travel experiences through his images. Together with his wife\, he has hosted photo tours to Scotland and the Yukon and has also co-hosted several day trips with Photo Tour Trekkers out of London\, Ontario. \nBill is the Director of the Judging Program for the Canadian Association for Photographic Art (CAPA) and is responsible for the training and certification of judges across Canada. \n  \nBill Hall “Beginner’s Guide to Landscape Photography”
URL:https://highlandglen.ca/index.php/event/hgcc-member-presentation-bill-hall-beginners-guide-to-landscape-photography/
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:20270118T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20270118T213000
DTSTAMP:20260928T170733Z
CREATED:20260928T170733Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260928T170733Z
UID:4896-1800300600-1800307800@highlandglen.ca
SUMMARY:Meeting:  Jan. 18th Dan Gillespie AV Night & Influential Photographer Diane Bos
DESCRIPTION:Influential Photographer Presentation:  Diane Bos \nDan Gillespie Audio Visual (AV Show Night): \nAn 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 Teams\, use one of the following procedures to submit your AV show (preferably by dinner Jan 17th): \n\nIf you have your own file sharing system (Dropbox\, Google Drive\, etc.)\, you can send the download link to our submissions email and the moderator can collect the file.\nIf you want to send in a show\, send an email to our submissions email and the moderator will send you a file request through Dropbox. The file request will provide a link for uploading the file.\n\n  \n 
URL:https://highlandglen.ca/index.php/event/meeting-jan-18th-dan-gillespie-av-night-influential-photographer-diane-bos/
LOCATION:Coldwell Banker – Peter Benninger Realty\, 508 Riverbend Drive\, Kitchener\, Ontario\, N2K 3S2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:In person (Zoom available),Member Share Night
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270201
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270301
DTSTAMP:20260831T175606Z
CREATED:20260830T145055Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T175606Z
UID:4800-1801440000-1803859199@highlandglen.ca
SUMMARY:February Theme:  Colour
DESCRIPTION:Colour Theme Example by Jennifer Leat \nColour is this month’s theme in preparation for the CAPA Inspirational Colour competition in which HG will be participating this month. Colour is a powerful tool in photography\, which different moods being created with warm versus cool colours. – warm colours such as red and orange\, are associated with energy and excitement\, while cool colors\, such as blue and green\, are associated with calm and relaxation. Complementary colours (opposite on the colour wheel) can create a sense of contrast and dynamism and can be used to draw attention to an object in the scene. Colour harmony refers to colours that are close on the wheel and create a sense of balance and unity. \nCAPA describes this competition and its themes as an invitation to photographers to showcase their creative skills\, using colour as a vibrant medium to capture dynamic\, outstanding\, stunning\, thoughtful and thought-provoking images. \nIf you are considering submitting for this CAPA competition\, make sure that you carefully check the requirements and sub-themes\, see 2027 Colour Competition – Canadian Association for Photographic Art \n 
URL:https://highlandglen.ca/index.php/event/february-theme-colour/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Theme
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20270201T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20270201T213000
DTSTAMP:20260928T171251Z
CREATED:20260928T171251Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260928T171251Z
UID:4902-1801510200-1801517400@highlandglen.ca
SUMMARY:Guest Speaker Feb. 1st:  "Exploring Abandoned Places and Ghost Towns with Dave Conlon of Freaktography"
DESCRIPTION:Guest Speaker Dave Conlon “Exploring Abandoned Places and Ghost Towns with Dave Conlon of Freaktography” \nDave Conlon is the founder of Freaktography\, a photography\, content creation\, and media business that he built from the ground up. Over the past 13 years\, Dave has grown Freaktography which explores abandoned places\, forgotten history\, ghost towns\, travel\, landscapes\, wildlife\, and documentary photography. Dave has travelled extensively throughout Canada and internationally\, documenting locations and stories that few people ever experience. His work combines photography\, filmmaking\, historical research\, and storytelling to preserve disappearing places while inspiring audiences to explore Canada’s history\, culture\, and natural beauty. \nHis photography and storytelling have earned recognition from leading media organizations including The New York Times\, Maclean’s Magazine\, National Post\, Toronto Life\, Canadian Geographic\, The Weather Channel\, and CTV News. His work has appeared on the front page of the National Post\, been featured in a four-page spread in Maclean’s Magazine\, exhibited in galleries\, published in books\, incorporated into documentaries\, and licensed for television\, film\, and commercial productions. \nYou can see some of Dave’s work at Abandoned Places and Ghost Towns in Canada\, USA and Beyond.
URL:https://highlandglen.ca/index.php/event/guest-speaker-feb-1st-exploring-abandoned-places-and-ghost-towns-with-dave-conlon-of-freaktography/
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:20270215
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270216
DTSTAMP:20260928T171900Z
CREATED:20260928T171900Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260928T171900Z
UID:4904-1802649600-1802735999@highlandglen.ca
SUMMARY:CAPA Images Due:  Feb. 15 for Colour Theme
DESCRIPTION:Inspirational Colour – HGCC Image Deadline – Feb 15 \nPlease submit ONE image for consideration to our submissions email by the due date.  In your email specify which one of the following themes your image is to be considered for. \nSee CAPA Competitions under the Competitions menu tab for a brief description of the image themes\, image standards\, and file naming conventions. \nTHEMES: \nCurves & Lines — “Where form meets colour” \nCreate images that highlight the interplay between curves and lines\, using colour to enhance form\, structure\, and visual impact. Subjects may include natural shapes\, botanical details\, architectural elements\, or abstract compositions — anything where colour and geometry work together to create an expressive design. \nMovement & Energy — “Freeze it\, blur it\, chase it”  \nImages that express motion and energy through the use of colour. Subjects may include sports\, dance\, urban life\, light trails\, or natural movement\, using techniques from frozen action to long exposure. Colour should amplify the sense of dynamism — adding impact\, rhythm\, or atmosphere to the motion portrayed. \nNature’s Palette — “No artist’s brush required”  \nImages that explore colour in undisturbed natural environments — from wildflowers and foliage to fungi\, geology\, bark\, ice\, and water. The emphasis is on naturally-occurring colour relationships and the beauty found in untouched landscapes and organic forms. \nColour with a Human Touch — “We leave our mark in colour”  \nImages where human influence makes colour the defining element. Subjects may include urban streetscapes\, architecture\, rural structures\, farmland\, workplaces\, or transportation — any environment shaped by people\, where colour adds impact\, identity\, or meaning. \nColours of Culture — “Colour as identity\, memory\, and belonging”  \nImages that celebrate cultural identity through colour — in traditional dress and textiles\, ceremonial attire\, cultural rituals\, Indigenous art forms\, body decoration\, or everyday moments where colour expresses heritage\, identity\, or tradition. The emphasis is on colour as a meaningful cultural language\, revealing how people and communities use it to tell their stories.
URL:https://highlandglen.ca/index.php/event/capa-images-due-feb-15-for-colour-theme/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Photo submission
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270215
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270216
DTSTAMP:20260928T172037Z
CREATED:20260928T172037Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260928T172037Z
UID:4906-1802649600-1802735999@highlandglen.ca
SUMMARY:No Meeting Feb. 15th due to Family Day.
DESCRIPTION:There will not be a meeting this evening due to Family Day.
URL:https://highlandglen.ca/index.php/event/no-meeting-feb-15th-due-to-family-day/
LOCATION:Ontario
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270301
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270401
DTSTAMP:20260830T145151Z
CREATED:20260830T145151Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260830T145151Z
UID:4802-1803859200-1806537599@highlandglen.ca
SUMMARY:March Theme:  Canada my Country
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://highlandglen.ca/index.php/event/march-theme-canada-my-country/
LOCATION:Ontario
CATEGORIES:Theme
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