Introducing New Associate Member:Curt Leimbach

...Japanese speaking, tech thinking, tool using, coffee chugging, anonymous, omnivorous, photo assistant.

When I first got into cameras, I was entirely focused on the scene through the viewfinder; now I find I really love production - scouting, logistics, telling people where to park. Ahh, the Power. I don’t have any awards, but I am honored to have worked with many great photographers, both big names and small. Call me a photo groupie, but you guys are my heroes. I love overcoming the daily technical challenges and knowing at the end of the day that the client is happy and that a shoot went well because a tool in my bag helped “save the day.”

I am currently enthralled by high speed photography and am working on a series of athletic stop motion.

more photo assistant information at these websites:
http://shootinflorida.com/assistants/wa … isleimbach
http://www.1procrew.com/1procrew/viewas … UserID=100

Introducing New Student Member: Denise Knox

Denise has been inspired by art from a very young age. Always artistic, she took every possible art class growing up. Upon entering high school she was introduced to photography and hasn’t looked back. After several years in the military and having a family, she has now been able to go back to school and work on her degree. Although still deeply influenced by the likes of Ansel Adams, Edward Weston and the f/64 group, she has found her career choice in children and family photography. Being able to capture the pure innocence and uniqueness of children has pushed Denise into this fast paced and at times intensely stressful niche.

Denise continues to pursue her other interests including nature/landscape and fashion photography. She currently has landscape images on exhibit at the Gallery at Avalon Park in Orlando, Fl through the beginning of September.

Denise is set to finish her degree in 2012 with her sites on opening a boutique studio catering to maternity, newborn, children and family photography.

www.knoximagingonline.com

Introducing New Emerging Associate Member: Laura Barbero-Buffa

Laura Barbero-Buffa was born in the colorful city of Panama City, Panama, and now lives in Orlando, Florida with her husband Michael and their two dogs. She received her B.S. and M.S. in Civil Engineering from the Georgia Institute of Technology, and her M.B.A. from the Crummer School of Business at Rollins College. She is the co-founder, Editor in Chief, and photographer for WakeGirls, the leading website for women in wake sports. In addition, she is the co-founder of B Squared Media, a marketing media company that specializes in customized video and social media solutions for a wide range of clients. Her background is in action sports and lifestyle photography; however, she is looking forward to connecting with other ASMP members in order to expand her photographic horizons and diversify her portfolio.

http://www.bsquaredmedia.tv/

Introducing New Student Member: Carrie Canova

Carrie Canova is a student photographer currently located in Orlando, FL. With the hopes of working internationally, she attended an art college in the United Kingdom for a year. After returning to the States Carrie obtained her associates degree in photography at the Southeast Center for Photographic Studies in Daytona Beach, FL. Currently she is finishing her bachelors at the University of Central Florida in Journalism and French.

It was a trip to El Salvador that changed Carrie’s perspective of photography and has influenced the direction she wishes take. She enjoys both the commercial and the documentary aspects of editorial photography. Carrie prefers to work with human subjects as a result of increased appreciation and compassion for people. She is very calm and blends easily into a variety of surroundings, which proves useful in a variety of shooting situations.

Carrie hopes to be an international correspondent or photography editor in the future, but knows that photography may lead her in an entirely different direction. Overall, her work will always be about people.

http://carriecountstwo.tumblr.com/

ASMPCF Member and Newest Board Member: Natalie Cisneros

I have a BFA in photography which I received from the University of Florida. I graduated in 2007 after which i worked for several fine art photographers ( Jerry Uelsmann/Maggie Taylor, Andrea Robbins/Max Becher). I currently work for a small creative agency on the space coast as their staff photographer and overall creative. I have been doing this pretty exclusively over the passed two years and now am looking to try and start branching out on my own!

I started to look toward the Orlando area for different events and groups I could participate in! Was able to find you guys as well as participate with the Snap! Orlando event.

Introducing Newest Student Member: Andy Bravo

I am originally from Sarajevo, Bosnia and came to St. Petersburg, Florida in ’96. My fascination with photography started early in life, when my father gifted me an old Zenit camera. Being able to capture a moment and later on see it appear on paper was quite mesmerizing. However, due to circumstances, I chose to pursue other interests until six years ago when I picked up the camera again and decided to finally pursue photography.

I completed the course in Professional Photography through New York Institute of Photography. Currently, while working full time, I am also attending St. Petersburg College and working towards the degree in Photography and am planning to attend University of Central Florida to receive the bachelors degree in photography. My plans are to complete the Associate degree from St. Pete College in 2012 and immediately continue with my studies at UCF.

My main interests are black and white artistic photography, fashion, commercial and architectural photography. I enjoy the process of creating, building the connection with subjects and telling a story. I feel that with every series of photographs I learn something new about myself as well as my subjects.

www.andybravophotography.com

Introducing New Student Member: Leonardo Arbonies

The thoughts of being a photographer for Leonardo Arbonies didn’t start at an early age, but creativity did. Born in Puerto Rico and raised in Connecticut Leonardo began painting and customizing cars in his late teens. Leonardo discovered his love of photography by accident when he found himself taking more interest in photographing the cars he restored. He humbly started with a disposable camera and a passion to bring style and emotion to his photographs.

Leonardo has a passion for all types of photography but Still/life and product photography is what brings him the most satisfaction. His inspirations come from the challenges of bringing an inanimate object to life, and his patience and commitment come through in his unique style of photography. Leonardo currently resides in Lakeland Florida with his wife and two sons. Leonardo received his A.S. Degree in Digital photography from International Academy of Design and Technology in 2011.

http://leonardoarbonies.com/

Introducing New Student Member: Angela Scarlato

Angela Scarlato is a Lifestyle wedding photographer who has been working for her own company since 2008 with her husband. Through composition, lighting, and post processing, Scarlato offers a fresh perspective on traditional wedding photography with an avant- garde style, offering a unique and creative style to her customer base.
Angela’s down-to-earth, active and imagination lifestyle enjoys the fresh approach of the early days of photojournalism. She enjoys most of the time to work as an observer, to record events without interference, quietly shooting away, recording the full range of emotions of the day. “What I enjoy most about photographing a wedding is its versatility of being able to capture photojournalist, portrait photography, as well as fashion direction and creativity. It allows me to be both photographer and art director all at once.” Angela’s favorite pastime is spending quality time with her husband after a photoshoot.
Angela Scarlato continues to progress her passion for photography and her enthusiasm in aiming for 100-percent satisfaction. Angela continues to maintain and search for new educational opportunities as to constantly educate her in both the art and business of photography. “My photography is all about capturing happy moments.” Angela Scarlato: Fresh perspective photography and superb customer service.
www.scarlatophotography.com

The Light of Florida: Opening Reception

"The Light of Florida"

Print Exhibition at the Mark K Wheeler Gallery at The Art Institute of Fort Lauderdale, 1799 SE Street, Ft. Lauderdale FL 33016

Opening Reception: August 2, 2011 at 5pm

The Light of Florida Project features photographic art created by members of the South Florida and Central Florida Chapters of the American Society of Media Photographers (ASMP).

Capturing the magical light of Florida, the exhibit reflects the unique and varied visual perspectives of our tropical lands, showcasing multiple interpretations of Florida's people, places, and things by South and Central Florida's premier photographic professionals.

www.lightofflorida.com

Introducing Frank Duffy: Member & Newest Board Member

Frank became addicted to photography at the age of 16 when he developed his first roll of film. Early in his career he worked as a Medical Photographer and Portrait photographer.

He received a Master of Fine Arts in Photography from Visual Studies Workshop. Before leaving education to open his own studio he headed the photography program at Villa Maria College in Buffalo N.Y. He has exhibited his work widely and has prints in many public and private collections.

He has been managing his own photography studio for over 20 years. Before relocating to St Petersburg, Florida he had studios in Costa Rica and Buffalo, New York. He spent 13 years living and working as a photographer in Costa Rica, specializing in architectural and hospitality work. He also has extensive experience in aerial photography, and travel photography. Working in Costa Rica has allowed him to work for a wide range of clients including hotels, travel companies, real estate developers, designers, and advertising agencies. His studio in Buffalo specialized in product, catalog, and industrial work. He also has an extensive stock photography library. His years of experience show in the artistic and technical aspects of his work.

Currently Frank is back in education teaching in the Photography Program at St Petersburg College as an Adjunct Professor.

www.frankduffyphoto.com

Fall 2011 Update- Mark Your Calendar!

Believe it or not, half of 2011 has already flown by! We have some fantastic events coming up the last half of the year and want you to mark off these days on your calendars.

September- Estimating in Tampa- TBA

The Advertising Industry in Central Florida- Panel Discussion-

October 12, 6:00pm-8:00pm

Our guest speakers include:

Julio Lima, Say it Loud www.sayitloud.us

John Cason, Fry Hammond & Barr, http://www.fhbnet.com/

Kristen Zucks, Engauge Communications, http://www.engauge.com/

Kevin Taylor, PUSH, www.pushhere.com

With Moderator:

TBA

November- Tampa- TBA

Canon Explorer of Light David Hume Kennerly-

December 3, 10:00am-2:00pm

Ben Van Hook Transitioning to Video

Thank you, Ben!

Tomorrow's SNAP! Events - Photography Workshops & Youth Art Reception

Photography Workshops
Where: Orange Studio. 1121 N. Mills Ave, Orlando 32803.
When: Sunday May 08. 10AM-6PM, with hour breaks at 12 and 3.
Cost: Tickets.

10AM-12PM: Doug Peterson Shooting Tethered with Capture 6 Software and using Ipad
1-3PM: Betsy Hansen Workshop on the Art of "Beauty Photography"
4-6PM: Jesse Adair Workshop on Custom Built Sets


Youth Art Reception
Where: Main Venue. GAI Building. 618 E. South St, Orlando 32801. 5th floor.
When: Sunday May 08. 12-5PM.
Cost: $5 at the door.

This specially catered Mother’s Day event will showcase the artwork created by youth who participated in our 2011 Youth Photography Program. Our special guest at this event is globally revered Kathy Eldon, who transformed her grief over the death of her son, artist/journalist Dan Eldon, into a worldwide movement to engage youth in creative artistic expression. Kathy’s award-winning efforts have collaboratively linked her to Oprah Winfrey, President Barack Obama, Julia Roberts, and Hillary Clinton, as well as other creative minds around the world.

Kathy will be present at the Youth Art Reception to meet our youth artists, celebrate their work, and encourage their future artistic efforts. Tickets for this family-friendly event include access to Snap’s 2011 featured exhibits, refreshments, Kathy Eldon book signing, plus a complimentary professional “Mom & I” portrait by Kinzie+Riehm. ($5 at the door under 18 are free – parents of youth program artists will also attend free).

Tomorrow's SNAP! Events - Student Finalists reception & Fashion Night reception/show

Porfolio Reviews
When: Saturday May 07, 9AM.
Where: Urban Think bookstore. 625 East Central Blvd. Orlando, FL 32801.
Cost: Tickets.

This one day event connects photographers with potential clients, mentors, and industry professionals.

Lectures with Guest Speakers
When: Saturday May 07, 12-5PM.
Where: UCF Center for Emerging Media. 500 W. Livingston St, Orlando 32801.
Cost: Tickets.

12:00PM: Jerry Uelsmann and Maggie Taylor Traditional vs. Modern Photo Montage
1:00PM: Kathy Eldon The Legacy of Dan Eldon
2:00PM: Brian Smith Art & Soul
3:00PM: Rob Haggart Voice of a Photo Blogger
4:ooPM: Andy Adams and Larissa Leclair 100 Portraits — Digital Exhibition & Photography Online

Student Competition Reception
When: Saturday May 07, 5-7PM.
Where: UCF Center for Emerging Media. 500 W. Livingston St, Orlando 32801.
Cost: Free event.

This catered reception honors the best entries from Snap!’s 2011 Central FL Student Photography Competition, which will be exhibited at Gallery 500, inside UCF CEM. The overall Student Photography Contest Winner will receive a prize package worth $2,000, courtesy of Colonial Photo & Hobby.

Snap! Fashion Night
When: Saturday May 07, 7PM-12AM.
Where: Main Venue. GAI Building. 618 E. South St, Orlando 32801. 5th floor.
Cost:$20/$10 for Student with ID. Tickets.

Snap! will add fashionable flair to our second night of exhibition with feature two fashion shows, curated by Fused Fashion: “Perception” — featuring interactive projections of fashion images on the bodies of live models; and “Reality” – bold fashion looks inspired by the surrealist images of Snap!’s 2011 “Discovery”, Ukrainian artist Elena Vizerskaya. This event includes access to Snap’s 2011 featured exhibits, no-host bar, live entertainment and music.

Tomorrow's SNAP! Event - Artists Opening reception

When: Friday May 06, 7PM-12AM.
Where: Main Venue. GAI Building. 618 E. South St, Orlando 32801. 5th floor.
Cost:$20/$10 for Student with ID. Tickets.
Snap! will open its doors to our 25, 000 sq. ft. exhibition venue with an artist reception honoring our 2011 headlining talents: Jerry Uelsmann, Maggie Taylor, Elena Vizerskaya, Brian Smith, Barry Kirsch, and Kathy Eldon. This event will feature live artist interviews, access to Snap’s 2011 featured exhibits, no-host bar, live entertainment and music.

Tomorrow's SNAP! Event - Local Photographers reception

When: Thursday May 05, 6-9PM.
Where: Orlando Museum of Art. 2416 N. Mills, Orlando 32803.
Cost: $10 at the door.
“Perception & Reality Homegrown show” show curated by Stephanie Latscu and Heather Comparetto, featuring selected works from local photographers, will be exhibited in the Martin and Gracia Andersen Lakeview Promenade of the Orlando Museum of Art. Featuring the works of Jesse Adair, Steven Benson, Brian Carlson, Natalie Cisneros, Heather Comparetto, John Deeb, Jon-Paul Douglass, Lucas Dulac, Betsy Hansen, Jeff Hartog, Chase Heavener, Grazyna Kleinman, Shelley Lake, Jeff League, Yuri Maiorov, Jen O’ Malley, Allan Maxwell, Ed McDonald, Bob Michaels, Douglas Nesbitt, Sherri Nienass, Trish Nuss, Hilda Perez, Chris Rank, Peter Schreyer, Lesley Silvia, Cory Smith, Ben Stone. Opening night will coincide with OMA’s 1st Thursdays event. $10 at the door (cash bar and café).

Tomorrow's SNAP! Event - SNAP! Building Projection

When: Wednesday May 04, Multiple showings from 8:30PM through 11 PM
Where: The Kress Building. 130 S. Orange Ave, Downtown Orlando 32801
Cost: Free Event
This spectacular event, FREE to the entire community and hosted by Mayor Buddy Dyer, will dazzle the city with a larger-than-life projection of Snap! 2011 photo images and dynamic 3-D animation, on the front of the downtown Kress Building. The projection, created by PaintScaping.com, one of the world leaders in large-scale projection mapping, can be optimally viewed from The Plaza property across the street from the Kress Building. The surrounding portions of Orange Ave. will be closed during each showing to ensure safe viewing.

SNAP! Portfolio Reviews: Only 12 Slots Available

Only 12 slots left available for the portfolio reviews next Saturday at Urban Think. 20 minute review time slots for only $25-$35 per slot. Sign up before they are gone!

• Rob Deluke: SVP Executive Creative Director Y Partnership - 9am, 9:20
• Amy Griffith: Director of Creative Services/Sr. Art Buyer - 9am, 10:20, 11am, 11:20, 11:40
• Catherine McCulloch: Director of Creative Services/Sr. Art Buyer - 11:20 & 11:40
• Kevin Miller: Gallery Director, Southeast Museum of Photography - 9am, 9:20
• Amanda Sosa Stone: Creative Consultant - 11:40

TO SIGN UP click here: http://snapportfolioreview-autohome.eventbrite.com/

ASMP FAP Video Debuts

ASMP’s Find A Photographer now has its own promotional video - you can view it at youtube.com/asmpnational or link directly from the asmp.org homepage. The video, with the theme of “I Am A Professional,” showcases the talents of ASMP members and features individuals and their work. You’ll want to be part of FAP and have your best work uploaded after seeing this great promotion, which had its debut at SB3.

And, as part of the campaign, you can show your professionalism by using our new electronic signature. Download it from here.

Snap! Orlando

Snap! Orlando is an annual photography event hosted in downtown Orlando meant to inspire and bring together the art community. Snap! 2011's theme is "Perception & Reality" and will be held May 4-8th. The event showcases national and international photographers, and emerging local artists. Things to do and see at the event include educational seminars, receptions and special events, multi-venue exhibits, student and community competitions, and youth and other programs.

The schedule for Snap! is updated regularly and subject to change.

Thursday 5/5
Local Photographers reception

Friday 5/6
Artists reception
Book Signing

Saturday 5/7
Student Finalists reception
Fashion Night reception/show
10 Professional Reviewers
Guest Speakers
Ueslmann /Taylor
Kathy Eldon
Brian Smith
Rob Haggart
Adams/Leclair

Sunday 5/8
Youth Art reception
Photography workshops
Curt Littlecott
Betsy Hansen
Jesse Adair

Featured Photographers

Jerry Uelsmann
Master Photographer Jerry Uelsmann is world renowned for pioneering the art of multi-layered photo montage imagery. His photographs can be found in the permanent collections of some of the top museums in the country, including The Metropolitan Museum of Art and Museum of Modern Art (MOMA) in New York. Jerry was also named among the “Top 10 Most Collected Photographers” by American Photographer.

Maggie Taylor
Maggie Taylor is an award-winning and published still life and digital image artist. Her art is produced by scanning objects with a flatbed scanner and then layering and manipulating them into whimsical surrealist images. Her work has been exhibited throughout the U.S. and abroad and is in numerous public and private collections worldwide. Maggie and her husband Jerry Uelsmann are residents of Gainesville, FL.

Elena Vizerskaya
Elena Vizerskaya is an Ukrainian surrealist artist/photographer and our celebrated “Snap! Discovery of 2011”. We are thrilled to exhibit her extraordinary and provocative work (being shown in the U.S. for the very first time at our event).

Brian Smith
As a 30-year industry veteran, Pulitzer Prize winning photographer, and Sony Artisan of Imagery, Brian Smith is known for capturing bold, graphic portraits of famous celebrities, athletes and executives, which have been used in corporate advertising and have graced the covers and pages of hundreds of magazines, including Sports Illustrated, ESPN the Magazine, Time, Forbes, New York Times Magazine and British GQ. Images of celebrities captured as part of his arts advocacy campaign, ART & SOUL (made in collaboration with The Creative Coalition) will be previewed at Snap! Orlando. The campaign serves to focus attention on the importance of arts funding.