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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:20261102T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261102T213000
DTSTAMP:20260921T171554Z
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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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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261101
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261201
DTSTAMP:20260830T144617Z
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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/
CATEGORIES:Theme
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261019T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261019T213000
DTSTAMP:20261016T122122Z
CREATED:20260830T172944Z
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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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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/
CATEGORIES:Photo submission
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261012
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261013
DTSTAMP:20261001T152440Z
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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/
CATEGORIES:Photo submission
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20261005T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20261005T213000
DTSTAMP:20260830T172723Z
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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:20261001
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261101
DTSTAMP:20260920T135308Z
CREATED:20260830T144421Z
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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/
CATEGORIES:Theme
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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:20261002
DTSTAMP:20260911T181053Z
CREATED:20260911T180408Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260911T181053Z
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/
CATEGORIES:Photo submission
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BEGIN:VEVENT
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/
CATEGORIES:Theme
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260601T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260601T213000
DTSTAMP:20260528T162005Z
CREATED:20260127T183611Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260528T162005Z
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260518
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260519
DTSTAMP:20260127T183415Z
CREATED:20260127T183415Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T183415Z
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/
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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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BEGIN:VEVENT
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/
CATEGORIES:Theme
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
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;TZID=America/Toronto:20260413T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260413T213000
DTSTAMP:20260327T143436Z
CREATED:20260125T164027Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T143436Z
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260406
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260407
DTSTAMP:20260127T175856Z
CREATED:20260127T175856Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T175856Z
UID:4589-1775433600-1775519999@highlandglen.ca
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/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260401T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260415T233000
DTSTAMP:20260407T182110Z
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/
CATEGORIES:Photo submission
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260401
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260501
DTSTAMP:20260125T163528Z
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/
CATEGORIES:Theme
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260401
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260402
DTSTAMP:20260928T174123Z
CREATED:20260928T174123Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260928T174123Z
UID:4920-1775001600-1775087999@highlandglen.ca
SUMMARY:CAPA Image Due April 1st:  Canada My Country
DESCRIPTION:Canada My Country – HGCC Image Deadline – April 1 \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: \nWelcome to the 2027 Canada My Country Competition. This annual event celebrates the people who call Canada home and the landscapes that shape our lives — a tribute to the connection between Canadians and the places we belong. \nThis competition focuses on two areas:  \nThe Landscapes that shape Canada and the People who live within them. Wildlife and animal-focused images are not part of this year’s theme. \nLandscape – From ocean to ocean to the Far North\, images should reflect the beauty\, character\, and diversity of Canada’s natural and human-made environments — the spaces that hold our stories. \nPeople – Photographs of Canadians in everyday life\, at work\, in community\, or simply moving through the places they love. The focus is on authentic moments that reveal the spirit\, resilience\, and warmth of life in Canada.
URL:https://highlandglen.ca/index.php/event/capa-image-due-april-1st-canada-my-country/
CATEGORIES:Photo submission
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260323T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260323T193000
DTSTAMP:20260319T011721Z
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/
CATEGORIES:Outings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260316T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260316T213000
DTSTAMP:20260315T143323Z
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/
CATEGORIES:Guest Speaker,Online Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260302T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260302T213000
DTSTAMP:20260220T131324Z
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;VALUE=DATE:20260301
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260401
DTSTAMP:20251210T192204Z
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/
CATEGORIES:Theme
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260301T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260318T233000
DTSTAMP:20260304T150347Z
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/
CATEGORIES:Photo submission
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260216
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260217
DTSTAMP:20251210T191543Z
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/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260202T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260202T213000
DTSTAMP:20251210T190948Z
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/
CATEGORIES:Guest Speaker
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260201
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260301
DTSTAMP:20251210T185221Z
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/
CATEGORIES:Theme
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260122T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260203T233000
DTSTAMP:20260130T143854Z
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/
CATEGORIES:Photo submission
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