Monthly Show & Tell Themes....

Photographers like to share what they've been shooting.

Or just sit back and enjoy seeing what others are doing.

Please take a moment or two to check out this talented and friendly group.

If you have a camera, or are planning to get one, these are people who love to make suggestions.

And, to show results.

The 385+ members of the local photography group suggested we add a monthly theme.

It would be optional but it's interesting to see how creative minds interpret a common topic.

Here's an entry for "DARKNESS."



The month we were illustrating "HEAT" I appeared to really suffer for my art.

Actually the bottle was sealed and Photoshop was used to "open" it. The flow of orange molten lava also was added later.

I did splash water on my face to simulate sweat.

Rigging a mini-studio set up, I crafted a picture using a small realistic model Volkswagen.

Then I created a cloud of smoke - as in an overheated engine - and positioned it rising from the open front hood.

Several members were kind enough to point out that the VW has an air-cooled engine.

And the motor is in the back.

Well, duh. That was the joke part of my theme photo.

[Click - twice - on the photos to see more detail.

Digital is fantastic!]

My OTHER blogging site

This blog was created so I could cross-reference.

I wanted to direct viewers to my 21st Century Charleston photography group.

Please join us on the 2nd Wednesday of the month.

Bring your camera and enjoy the SHOW & TELL that has an optional monthly theme.

Suggestions are always welcome.

It's an informal group that tries to make everyone comfortable and informed.

We also create Photo Walks and often meet on weekends to explore photo opportunities.Details are posted on the Message Board.


Please click http://photo.meetup.com/687.


A very nice North Charleston Greek restaurant has been our meeting site every month for more than 3 years.

They have provided a cozy room at the back where we can dim the lights for our photo presentations. We, in turn, encourage the 25-45 members attending to eat and drink there.

Members and guest are invited to bring 10-15 of their favorite shots to share.

Or, just sit back and see what others are doing.

Unfortunately, a few months ago, the restaurant imposed a $10 PER PERSON minimum if we wanted to continue using their empty back room on a slow Wednesday evening(?)

Members have suggested we look elsewhere so I am. Loyalty is a 2-way situation. I'll post any meeting location changes.

Thank you

*Footnote: The 20-year old restaurant closed 5 months later.