I am told that God and Satan decided to sponsor a photo contest. God was sure he would win because he had all the artists. But Satan got the trophy, because he had all the judges.
On Wednesday, June 3, 6:30 pm, we will resume our salons via WebEx. The images intended for April will be judged. Invitations to the meeting will be sent to all members on Wednesday morning. If you are unable to attend the meeting, don’t worry! A recording of the meeting will be posted by Friday. Thanks to Steve Cole for his work as salon coordinator, but he has handed off the job to Jill Krentz. The August salon will be held on August 5th. The assignment is “Sun Flares or Starbursts” and the entry deadline is July 15, and here is some inspiration.
Tritych Photography
A triptych is three associated photographs intended to be seen together. Here is one of my son with his youngest son at the park. And here is some inspiration. 
When I made a call for Close to Home photos, I got some great responses. I am challenging our members to come up with a triptych or two for a new gallery. Send your photos to photowalk@wiphotoclub.com
Other News
- On Monday, June 8 at 6:30 pm, we will have virtual meeting with Lisa Langell on “Patterns in Nature + Fibonacci Sequence” more information here.
- Here is the video recording of the meeting on May 20 of “A Street Photography Reflection with Walter Horishnyk and Richard Ott. These guys showed us a view of Manhattan and their interaction added to all the wonderful images that they shared.
We will meet at 2:00 pm in the Phipps lobby on Sunday, December 15. After cruising the streets of Hudson, capturing all the seasonal impressions, we’ll meet up in our normal meeting space at 3:30 for hot chocolate and cookies.
One of the benefits of membership in the Twin Cities Area Council of Camera Clubs (TCACCC) is the free annual competition. Individuals will be able to submit up to 20 images in five categories: Contemporary, Nature, Realistic, Color Prints and Monochrome Prints. Our club will also submit 20 images by our members that will compete against other member clubs. The rules and entry forms are posted 
The City of Hudson wants to wish everyone a Happy Holiday Season! They will have holiday parking starting November 28th, 2019 through January 2, 2020. During that time, visitors and citizens will be allowed to park free for the first 3 hours. After that initial 3 hours is up, you will be expected to pay for more time. For the free 3 hours you will not need to go to a pay station or use the passport app. The only time you will need to use that is to pay for the time after your 3 hours is up.
Mike Chrun will share a presentation on “Winter Photography on the North Shore”. The presentation concentrates on photographing several of the unique conditions that can be found on the North Shore in the winter: ice formations, large waves, and “sea smoke.” Preparation, equipment, timing, and locations are covered. There is general information on cold weather photography that can be used elsewhere; but, basically, the talk is about when and where to go and how to be prepared. The meeting will begin at 6:30 pm.
Thanks to Bryan Leonard for posting this on our Facebook group. “A warning to our members, any visitors attending one of our meetings and guest speakers/judges. This fall, the city of Hudson is making parking changes. The cost is not changing, but the hours are. The new rules will be paid parking Monday through Saturday from 10am – 8pm. The paid time at a meter used to end at 5pm and I think Saturday was free (not sure on that one). So, be sure to plug the meter before attending any of our meetings. Oh, by the way, the meters are going away too. There will be pay stations where you can pay by coin, card or phone app.” The full story from our Hudson paper this week is 
Eloise Butler Wildflower Garden and Bird Sanctuary Group Outing
On Wednesday, May 15, 6:30 pm, Dave Johnson will show us how to get the best results with your flash equipment, indoors and out. Dave has long had a passion for teaching photography, having taught at several colleges and universities in the upper Midwest. He’s done presentations at Spring Break and area camera clubs. He is currently manager of the wedding and portrait division of National Camera Exchange. He’s a member of the PPA and was awarded the MNPPA’s annual “Addie Award” for outstanding service to photography. Bring your camera and speed lights for hands-on activities after his talk.
