CAPIC VANCOUVER NEWS
July 2010Claude-Simon Langlois Collaborated on a Film Exhibited during the 2010 World Fair / Claude-Simon Langlois a collaboré à la réalisation d'un film à l'Exposition
CAPIC is proud to announce that its member and the Past President of the Montreal Chapter Claude-Simon Langlois, CAPIC member & CAPIC Montreal Chapter Past President, together with Serge Clément, collaborated with a Quebec film directorJean-François Pouliot on a film Impressions/Glimpses, which has been shown at the Canadian Pavilion during the 2010 World Fair opened in May 2010 in Shanghai. Impressions/Glimpses, a production by the National Film Board of Canada, depicts 24 hours in the life of an imagined urban center presented through over 3,000 animated photos of Canadian cities projected onto a large screen with a 150-degree curve. The film can be watched on the NFB website.
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La CAPIC est fière d'annoncer qu'un de ses membres et ex-président de la section de Montréal, Claude-Simon Langlois, membre de la CAPIC et ex-président de la section de Montréal de la CAPIC, ainsi que Serge Clément ont collaboré avec le réalisateur Jean-François Pouliot à la production cinématographique Impressions/Glimpses projetée au pavillon du Canada pendant l'Exposition universelle de 2010 à Shanghai ouverte en mai 2010. Impressions/Glimpses, produite par l'Office national du film du Canada (ONF), présente 24 heures dans la vie d'un centre urbain imaginé qui évolue dans plus de 3 000 photographies animées de villes canadiennes projetées sur un vaste écran incurvé de 150 degrés. On peut visionner le film sur le site Web de l'ONF.
Rick Etkin Named 2010 Langara Outstanding Alumni / Rick Etkin reçoit le prix 2010 de reconnaissance des anciens du Collège Langara
Rick Etkin, CAPIC Vancouver Chapter President, is the recipient of the 2010 Langara College Outstanding Alumni Award for Industry Achievement. The annual award celebrates the contribution of exceptional individuals who have enhanced the reputation of the College through their inspirational career, public service, community service, athletic, arts and culture, or academic achievements. He was awarded the honour at the College's 44th annual Convocation Ceremony held on June 3, 2010.
Since his graduation from the Langara College Photo Technician program in 1978, Etkin has owned and operated a successful advertising photography and commercial production business. He is an active member of the photographic community and is a founding member and current president of the Vancouver Chapter of Canadian Association of Photographers and Illustrators in Communications (CAPIC). In addition to his work with CAPIC, he has volunteered with the Variety Telethon providing photographic services during the telethons as well as for public relations purposes.
In 2010, Etkin realized a childhood dream of being part of the Olympics when he was chosen to be the Supervisor Photo Services for the Mountain Region with the Vancouver 2010 Olympic and Paralympic Games. He shared his Olympic experience with the Langara community by recruiting photo department instructors, alumni, and students to be part of his press operations team.
"Rick is an active leader in his industry and a sincere advocate for our College," said Dr. David Ross, President of Langara. "He has served on our Professional Photo-Imaging program advisory board for over 25 years, guest lectures for the program and hosts students for work practicums. We are honoured that he is a Langara alumnus."
Langara College, located in beautiful Vancouver, BC, Canada, provides University, Career, and Continuing Studies programs and courses to more than 20,000 students annually. The College's expansive academic breadth and depth allows students to choose their own educational path. The College offers three bachelor's degrees as well as a comprehensive variety of diplomas, certificates, and citations.
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Rick Etkin, président de la section de Vancouver de la CAPIC, est le gagnant du prix 2010 de reconnaissance des anciens du Collège Langara pour ses réalisations dans notre industrie. Le prix annuel célèbre la contribution de personnes exceptionnelles qui ont amélioré la réputation du Collège dans le cadre de leur carrière inspirante, dans les services collectifs, dans les services communautaires, en athlétisme, dans les arts et la culture ou dans le cadre de réalisations universitaires. On lui a décerné ce prix lors de la 44e cérémonie annuelle de la remise des diplômes du Collège tenue le 3 juin 2010.
Depuis l'obtention de son diplôme de finissant dans le cadre du programme de technicien en photographie du Collège Langara en 1978, Etkin possède et dirige une entreprise florissante de photographie publicitaire et de production commerciale. Il est membre en règle de la collectivité des photographes et un des membres fondateurs et le président actuel de la section de Vancouver de l'Association canadienne des photographes et des illustrateurs en communication (CAPIC). En plus de son travail au sein de La CAPIC, il a été bénévole lors du téléthon de music-hall et a fourni les services photographiques au cours des téléthons et aux fins des relations publiques.
En 2010, Etkin a réalisé son rêve d'enfance, soit de participer aux Jeux olympiques alors qu'il a été choisi comme superviseur des services photographiques de la région des Rocheuses aux Jeux olympiques et paralympiques d'hiver 2010 à Vancouver. Il a partagé son expérience des Jeux olympiques au milieu de Langara en recrutant des instructeurs du service de la photographie, des anciens et des étudiants qui allaient faire partie de son équipe des activités de presse.
« Rick est un leader dynamique dans son secteur d'activité et un défenseur sincère de notre Collège, a déclaré M. David Ross, président de Langara. Il a siégé au conseil consultatif de notre programme professionnel pendant plus de 25 ans, il est conférencier invité dans le cadre du programme et accueille les étudiants à l'occasion de séances de travaux pratiques. Le fait qu'il soit un ancien de Langara nous honore.
Le Collège Langara, situé dans la belle ville de Vancouver (C.-B.) au Canada, offre des programmes et des cours universitaires, professionnels et de perfectionnement à plus de 20 000 étudiants chaque année. L'envergure et la richesse croissantes du Collège permettent aux étudiants de choisir leur propre cheminement pédagogique. Le Collège offre trois baccalauréats et une grande variété de diplômes, de certificats et de citations.
HST Introduction / Introduction de la taxe de vente harmonisée
HST (Harmonized Sales Tax) for Ontario and British Colombia is here as of July 1st, 2010.
All vendors who are registered to collect GST are automatically registered to collect HST.
If you currently collect GST and PST there will be no change in tax amount collected. Those who were collecting GST only will now be collecting more tax, HST.
A GST registrant in a non-HST province who sells goods to a HST province must collect the HST. A registrant in a HST province who sells goods delivered to a non-HST province would collect only the GST, not the HST.
Generally, the HST is applicable to any amount that becomes due on or after July 1st. There are some exceptions. For more information, see Canada Revenue Agency publication.
If you complete a project and deliver the photographs before July 1st but invoice the customer after July 1st, then you charge HST. For more information, see Canada Revenue Agency publication.
Please verify your particular situation with Revenue Canada at 1-800-959-5525.
The HST introduction also influences the CAPIC membership fees. Starting July 1st, 2010, CAPIC increased its membership fees for Ontario, British Columbia and the Atlantic Provinces members in order to reflect the implementation of the HST tax. Quebec and Prairie Provinces members will not have their membership fees changed. Please refer to the CAPIC website for the updated membership fees.
Good Luck!
Elaine Kilburn
CAPIC National Treasurer
nationaltreasurer@capic.org
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La TVH (taxe de vente harmonisée) fait partie du paysage de l'Ontario et de la Colombie-Britannique depuis le 1er juillet 2010.
Tous les fournisseurs inscrits afin de percevoir la taxe sur les produits et les services (TPS) sont automatiquement inscrits afin de faire de même à l'égard de la TVH.
Si vous percevez actuellement la TPS et la taxe de vente provinciale (TVP), le montant de taxes perçu demeurera le même. Ceux qui percevaient uniquement la TPS percevront dorénavant plus de taxes, la TVH.
Une personne inscrite aux fins de la TPS dans une province où la TVH n'est pas perçue et qui vend des produits à une province qui perçoit la TVH est tenue de percevoir la TVH. Une personne inscrite où la TVH est perçue et qui vend des produits livrés à une province où la TVH n'est pas perçue ne percevrait que la TPS, et non pas la TVH.
En règle générale, la TVH vise tout montant qui devient exigible le premier juillet ou subséquemment. Il existe certaines exceptions. Pour obtenir de plus amples renseignements, veuillez consulter la publication de l'Agence du revenu du Canada.
Si vous terminez un projet et livrez les photographies avant le 1er juillet, mais que vous facturez le client après le 1er juillet, vous devez facturer la TVH. Pour obtenir de plus amples renseignements, veuillez consulter la publication de Agence du revenu du Canada.
Veuillez vérifier votre situation particulière auprès de Revenu Canada au numéro1-800-959-5525.
L'introduction de la TVH vise également les droits d'adhésion à l'Association. À compter du 1er juillet 2010, la CAPIC a augmenté les droits d'adhésion qu'elle perçoit auprès de membres de l'Ontario, de la Colombie-Britannique et des provinces de l'Atlantique afin de tenir compte de la mise en œuvre de la TVH. Le montant des droits d'adhésion des membres québécois et des provinces des Prairies ne sera pas modifié. Veuillez consulter la mise à jour des droits sur le site Web de CAPIC.
Bonne chance!
Elaine Kilburn
Le trésorier national de la CAPIC
nationaltreasurer@capic.org
CAPIC Welcomes the New Toronto Chapter Board / La CAPIC souhaite la bienvenue au nouveau conseil de la section de Toronto
CAPIC would like to welcome the Toronto chapter Board. Sylvia Verkley was elected to the position of VP of Programming while Andrew Waller is the new VP of Business Practices. John Beebe, the previous VP of Sponsorship for the Toronto chapter, took over the role of VP of Membership. Joseph Amaral has new responsibilities added to his portfolio. In addition to holding the Treasurer position, he became the new Secretary for the Toronto Board. The Board operates under the leadership of Rob Barnes, Toronto chapter President.
We wish all Board Members all the best in their respective new positions.
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La CAPIC souhaite la bienvenue au conseil de la section de Toronto. Sylvia Verkley a été élue au poste de vice-présidente, Programmation tandis qu'Andrew Waller est le nouveau vice-président, Pratiques commerciales. John Beebe, ex-vice-président Commandites de la section de Toronto, occupe maintenant le poste de vice-président, Membres. Le portefeuille de Joseph Amaral s'enrichit de nouvelles responsabilités. En plus d'occuper le poste de trésorier, il est dorénavant le nouveau secrétaire du conseil de Toronto. Le conseil évolue sous la direction de Rob Barnes, président de la section de Toronto.
Nous offrons nos meilleurs vœux à tous les membres du conseil dans l'exercice de leurs fonctions.
CAPIC Proudly Presents Nancy Falconi / La CAPIC est fière de présenter Nancy Falconi
One of CAPIC's mandates is to promote its members! In an effort to promote CAPIC's young talent, we introduced a new section in CAPIC's monthly newsletter devoted to promoting CAPIC's Emerging Talent members, young and creative photographers and illustrators who are in the process of establishing their names in their respective fields. In order to help them make an impact in the industry, we present today the first Emerging Talent member, Nancy Falconi.
For Nancy Falconi photography is a reunion with a long lost love that dates back to the photos she took of her sisters as a child. That sense of childhood wonder and love continues to influence her work. Her images have evolved to include all that inspires her life today: family, relationships, and her passion for health and yoga. Her images are authentic, natural, and uplifting. Above all, Falconi has the ability to look at her subject and capture its essence in an instant.
Her business has recently expanded to include video. It was a natural progression given that her emotive style lends itself nicely to motion and visual story telling. Nancy specializes in travel, conceptual lifestyle, and custom portraits. Her stock images are represented by Getty images and she is a photographer member for the charitable organization Now I Lay Me Down To Sleep.
For more information, please visit www.nancyfalconi.com and blog www.nancyfalconi.net.
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Un des mandats de l'Association canadienne des photographes et des illustrateurs en communication (CAPIC) est de faire la promotion de ses membres! Afin de mettre en valeur les jeunes talents de l'Association, nous avons lancé dans le bulletin mensuel de la CAPIC une nouvelle section consacrée à la promotion des membres qui sont les talents nouveaux, de jeunes photographes et illustrateurs à l'esprit inventif qui se taillent actuellement une place dans leurs domaines respectifs. Pour les aider à se faire connaître dans l'industrie, nous présentons aujourd'hui le premier membre désigné Nouveau talent, Nancy Falconi.
Pour Nancy Falconi, la photographie correspond aux retrouvailles avec un amour perdu depuis longtemps qui remonte aux photographies qu'elle a prises, enfant, de ses sœurs. Le sentiment d'émerveillement et d'amour propre à l'enfance est toujours présent dans son travail. Ses images ont évolué et comprennent tout ce qui inspire sa vie actuelle : la famille, les connaissances et sa passion pour la santé et le yoga. Ses images sont authentiques, naturelles et émouvantes. Surtout, Falconi a la faculté de contempler son sujet et d'en capter l'essence en un instant.
Son entreprise s'est récemment élargie et inclut la vidéo. Il s'agit d'une progression naturelle, car son style émotionnel se prête bien au mouvement et au récit visuel.
Nancy se spécialise dans les voyages, le mode de vie conceptuel et la commande de portraits. Sa collection d'images est représentée par les images Getty et elle est photographe membre de l'organisme caritatif Now I Lay Me Down To Sleep.
Pour obtenir de plus amples renseignements, www.nancyfalconi.com et le blogue www.nancyfalconi.net.
Lifetime Achievement Awards & xpose 2010 in Montreal / Prix d'excellence pour l'oeuvre d'une vie & xpose 2010 à Montréal
CAPIC is proud to announce that this year's CAPIC Lifetime Achievement Awards were awarded to Suzanne Duranceau and Antoine Désilets. The award ceremony took place on May 15, 2010 at the Photo Service in Montreal. This successful event brought together the two recipients with their families and friends as well as CAPIC members and members of the photography and illustration community in Montreal.
Born in Montreal, Suzanne Duranceau, graduated from the Montreal School of Fine Arts, and studied animation at the National Film Board of Canada. She was the Co-founder and President of the Quebec Illustrators Association, and the National President of the Canadian Association of Photographers and Illustrators in Communications. She has been honored by the Governor General Award (Canada) for children's book illustrations in 1993, the Award of Excellence from the Communication Art Illustration Annual in 1995, among others. She has been illustrating books and working with such clients as La Monnaie Royale du Canada, Post Canada, Les Nations Unis (NY), Good Nature Publishing (Wa), HarperCollins Publishers (NY), among others.
Antoine Désilets began his career in photography in the 1950s, focusing on the press photography. He worked for La Presse from 1961, and Le Jour from 1974 to 1976. He received many rewards and distinctions in North America. In 1969 and 1970, he was chosen as the photographer of the year by the National Press Photographers Association, and in 1990 was awarded the National Order of Quebec. He taught photography at the University of Dakar in Senegal, and published successful books on photography. In 2005, the FPJQ (Fédération professionnelle des journalistes au Québec)launched an annual prize for the best press photographer in Quebec named after Antoine Désilets.
This year, the Lifetime Achievement Awards ceremony was tied into with the xpose 2010 show. The guests had an amazing opportunity to see the 54 winners of CAPIC's xpose 2010.
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La CAPIC est fière d'annoncer que les prix d'excellence CAPIC Prix d'excellence pour l'oeuvre d'une vie ont été remis cette année à Suzanne Duranceau et à Antoine Désilets. La cérémonie de remise des prix a eu lieu le 15 mai 2010 dans les locaux de Photo Service à Montréal. Cet événement couronné de succès a rassemblé les deux lauréats, leur famille et leurs amis, ainsi que des membres de la CAPIC et des membres de la communauté de la photographie et de l'illustration à Montréal.
Née à Montréal, Suzanne Duranceau est diplômée de l'École des beaux arts de Montréal et a étudié en animation à l'Office national du film du Canada. Elle est la Cofondatrice et a été Présidente de l'Association des illustrateurs et illustratrices du Québec et a été la Présidente nationale de l'Association canadienne de photographes et illustrateurs en communication. Elle a reçu entre autres le Prix du Gouverneur général (Canada) pour ses illustrations d'un livre pour enfants en 1993 ainsi que le Prix d'excellence du Communication Arts' Illustration Annual en 1995. Elle a illustré des livres et a travaillé avec des clients comme la Monnaie Royale du Canada, Postes Canada, les Nations Unies (New York), Good Nature Publishing (Washington) et HarperCollins Publishers (New York) entre autres.
Antoine Désilets a commencé sa carrière de photographe dans les années 1950; il s'est intéressé tout particulièrement à la photographie de presse. Il a travaillé à La Presse à compter de 1961 et au journal Le Jour de 1974 à 1976. Il a reçu un grand nombre de prix et de récompenses décernés en Amérique du Nord. En 1969 et 1970, il a été désigné photographe de l'année par la National Press Photographers Association (NPPA) et en 1990 il a été décoré de l'Ordre national du Québec. Il a enseigné la photographie à l'Université de Dakar au Sénégal et a publié plusieurs ouvrages traitant de photographie couronnés de succès. En 2005, la Fédération professionnelle des journalistes du Québec (FPJQ) a créé un prix portant son nom qui rend hommage annuellement aux meilleurs photographes du Québec.
Cette année la cérémonie des Prix d'excellence pour l'oeuvre d'une vie a été combinée à l'exposition xpose 2010. Les invités ont eu la chance incroyable de voir les 54 finalistes de l'exposition xpose 2010 de la CAPIC.
Vancouver - Selina Maitreya's Lecture Survive? Think THRIVE! / La section de Vancouver de La CAPIC présente la conférence de Selina Maitreya intitulée Survivre?
A return visit of Selina Maitreya to present Survive? Think Thrive!
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On June 17, 2010 CAPIC Vancouver hosted another in our series of great informative business practice events with a return visit of Selina Maitreya to present Survive? Think Thrive! The evening based on recognizing that you must work hard to thrive, not allow your mindset to go to survival mode in these more challenging days in our industry.
Stressing (in her quiet way) that we must know what "our product" is to sell before we choose the tools to market, promote and sell ourselves to the clients that we want to work for. Common sense ideas presented with encouragement and candor.
Selina followed what is no doubt, the most common refrain we have heard at all of our events about consistent vision. A singular way of seeing, that sets you apart and will allow clients to have the confidence in your consistency and abilities to execute their assignments. She stressed this applies through all of your marketing and branding on web, emails and portfolio.
She covered many bases including the importance of utilizing social media in marketing ourselves. Being Twitter phobic myself, I had to look with an open mind at her love of Tweeting. In the grand scheme of selling in person and adding a personal touch by remaining in contact by the world of social media, twitter makes sense.
In the not so distant past, I recall AD's said that keeping in touch 4-6 times a year was a great way of balancing top of mind with intrusion. Now with the advent of twitter and Facebook it seems several updates a week is becoming normal. (or is that several a day?)
Selina's personality and professionalism helped make her nearly three-hour presentation seem short and if time allowed, could have easily continued to keep the audience informed for much longer.
At the evening's conclusion all attendees agreed that there was a lot of information and insight shared by Selina.
Attendees Speak Out
Inspired and overwhelmed. Selina offers a very practical road map, based on action, for success in commercial photography. Straightforward and brilliant.
Thank you,
- Amanda Oster
I've been listening to Selina speak for years now. She has a unique message that evolves with the industry but the foundation of it never changes. She stays current with trends and practices, but the nuts and bolts of what she's telling photographers to do is the same. She wants photographers to practice being photographers. No matter what stage in the game you're at, it really has to become the mantra of every photographer. She's very clear that with practice and tenacity anybody and everybody can create their own success.
- Adam Blasberg
Having only attended a few CAPIC events thus far, I have found the community to be very warm and welcoming, not to mention highly educational. From the event topics covered to the friendly conversations that happen before and after, I am learning constantly. Even if I hadn't just won a door-prize gift certificate for an Agency Access membership, I'd still be singing the praises of the value of membership. As a student and soon-to-be graduate, it's a complete no-brainer: the membership is worth a hundred times it's price (literally, in my case)! CAPIC is a valuable tool for me, and a breath of creative fresh air.
- Gabriel Hall
From Selina Herself:
Thanks for the opportunity to share my new program: Survive? Think THRIVE! with your Vancouver CAPIC group. I felt like I was home again as its always such a pleasure to speak in Vancouver. Wonderful people and photographers invested in growing, and learning. The day following the presentation I received emails from people who attended the event thanking me for sharing information that they felt would change heir career for the better. Doesn't get much better than that!
- Selina Maitreya
Once again, our chapter is truly appreciative of the support of our sponsors for their donations and door prizes. Their participation has helped CAPIC Vancouver offer a tremendous series of informative events to our members and the industry.
Agency Access - Mailing list membership - winner - Gabriel Hall
Selina Maitreya - View From Here MP3 Series - winner - Johann Wall
Ray Lum Photography - 6hr studio rental winner - winner - Amanda Oster
Whitebox Studios $50 gift certificate and Canon Mug - Adam Blasberg
Special thanks to Langara College for their donation of presentation room and equipment, and Beau Photo for their continuing support of managing ticket sales.
Once again, thank you to all of our board members and volunteers whose tireless efforts make these events possible and such a success!
I look forward to seeing everyone at our next event, slated to be the combined association summer BBQ to held in late August. Date TBA
GOLD SPONSORS
Agency Access - agencyaccess.com
Langara College - langara.bc.ca
Selina Maitreya - selinamaitreya.com
BRONZE SPONSORS
Ray Lum Photography - raylum.ca
Whitebox Studios - whiteboxstudios.ca
Beau Photo Supplies - beauphoto.com
Rick Etkin
Chapter President
CAPIC Vancouver
vanouverpresident@capic.org
Studio: 604-875-0535
Cell: 778-227-0373
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Le 17 juin 2010, la section de Vancouver de La CAPIC était l'hôte d'une autre de nos activités instructives sur les pratiques commerciales à l'occasion d'une nouvelle visite de Selina Maitreya qui a présenté Survive? Think THRIVE! (Survivre? Pensez plutôt prospérer!) La soirée avait pour thème la reconnaissance qu'il faut travailler fort pour prospérer et ne pas permettre à son état d'esprit de passer en mode de survie en cette période plus exigeante de notre secteur d'activité.
La conférencière a insisté (discrètement) sur le fait que nous devons savoir quel produit vendre avant de choisir les outils pour le commercialiser, en faire la promotion et nous vendre aux clients pour lesquels nous souhaitons travailler. Des idées inspirées du gros bon sens présentées avec enthousiasme et franchise.
Selina a été fidèle à ce qui constitue sans doute la devise la plus courante que nous ayons entendue lors de toutes nos activités concernant la constance de la vision. Une façon particulière de voir qui vous distingue et qui rendra les clients confiants à l'égard de votre constance et de vos aptitudes à exécuter les mandats qu'ils vous confient. Elle a insisté sur le fait que cela vaut pour l'ensemble de la commercialisation et de l'établissement de l'image de marque sur le Web, dans les courriels et à l'égard du portefeuille.
Elle a abordé de nombreuses questions, notamment l'importance d'exploiter les médias sociaux pour se vendre. Étant moi-même allergique à Twitter, j'ai dû faire preuve d'ouverture d'esprit à l'égard de son engouement pour les échanges sur Twitter. Dans la vaste entreprise de la vente en personne et de l'ajout d'une touche personnelle en demeurant en communication avec le monde des médias sociaux, Twitter a sa place.
Dans un passé encore récent, j'ai souvenir que les annonces publicitaires préconisaient que la communication entre quatre et six fois l'an était une excellente façon de créer un équilibre entre la notoriété et l'intrusion. Aujourd'hui, avec l'avènement de Twitter et de Facebook, il semble que plusieurs actualisations par semaine constituent la norme. (ou est-ce plusieurs fois par jour?)
La personnalité et le professionnalisme de Selina lui ont permis de faire une présentation de près de trois heures qui a semblé brève et, si elle en avait eu le temps, elle aurait facilement pu continuer à renseigner l'auditoire pendant beaucoup plus longtemps.
À la fin de la soirée, tous les participants ont convenu que Selina avait communiqué beaucoup d'information et de connaissance intuitive.
Les participants s'expriment :
Je suis soufflé et dépassé. Selina présente un plan très pratique axé sur l'action en vue de réussir en photographie commerciale. Explicite et brillant.
Merci,
Amanda Oster
Cela fait maintenant des années que j'écoute Selina. Elle présente un message unique qui évolue avec l'industrie, mais la base ne varie jamais. Elle se tient au courant des tendances et des pratiques, mais les rouages de ce qu'elle prescrit aux photographes demeurent inchangés. Elle souhaite que les photographes s'exercent à être photographes. Quel que soit le stade que vous avez atteint, cela doit devenir le mantra de tout photographe. Elle n'hésite pas à dire que la pratique et la ténacité aidant, n'importe qui peut créer sa propre réussite.
- Adam Blasberg
Après avoir participé à seulement quelques activités de La CAPIC à ce jour, je constate que le milieu est très chaleureux et accueillant, sans oublier très instructif. Depuis les thèmes des activités abordés jusqu'aux conversations amicales avant et après une activité, j'apprends sans cesse. Même si je ne venais pas de gagner un certificat-cadeau pour une adhésion à Agency Access à titre de prix de présence, je chanterais tout de même les louanges de la valeur de l'adhésion. En qualité d'étudiant et, bientôt, de diplômé, c'est absolument donné : l'adhésion vaut cent fois son prix (littéralement, dans mon cas)! La CAPIC est pour moi un précieux instrument et une bouffée d'air frais qui favorise la création.
- Gabriel Hall
De la part de Selina elle-même :
Merci de l'occasion de partager avec vous mon nouveau programme : Survive? Think THRIVE! (Survivre? Pensez plutôt prospérer!) avec votre groupe vancouvérois de La CAPIC. Je me suis sentie de nouveau chez moi, car c'est toujours un plaisir de prendre la parole à Vancouver. Des personnes et des photographes fantastiques intéressés à s'améliorer et à apprendre. Le lendemain de la présentation, j'ai reçu des courriels de personnes ayant participé à l'activité et me remerciant d'avoir partagé de l'information qui, estimaient-elles, améliorerait leur carrière. Impossible de faire mieux!
De nouveau, notre section apprécie grandement l'appui de nos commanditaires en matière de dons et de prix de présence. Leur participation a permis à la section vancouvéroise de La CAPIC de présenter une formidable série d'activités instructives à ses membres et à l'industrie.
Agency Access - Adhésion à la liste d'envoi - Gagnant : Gabriel Hall
Selina Maitreya - Série View From Here MP3 - Gagnant : Johann Wall
Ray Lum Photography - Location d'un studio pendant six heures - Gagnante : Amanda Oster
Chèque-cadeau de 50 $ et petite chope Canon de Whidebox Studios - Gagnant : Adam Blasberg
Commanditaires Or :
Agency Access - www.agencyaccess.com
Langara College - www.langara.bc.ca
Selina Maitreya - www.selinamaitreya.com
Commanditaire Bronze :
Ray Lum Photography - www.raylum.ca
Whitebox Studios - www.whiteboxstudios.ca
Beau Photo Supplies - www.beauphoto.com
Nous adressons des remerciements particuliers au Collège Langara pour nous avoir offert la salle de conférence et l'équipement et à Beau Photo pour son aide indéfectible dans la gestion de la vente des billets.
Une fois de plus, nos remerciements à tous les membres du conseil et aux bénévoles dont le travail inlassable rend de telles activités possibles et un réel succès!
J'espère vous retrouver tous lors de la prochaine activité qui devrait accompagner le barbecue estival de l'Association qui aura lieu vers la fin d'août. Date à communiquer.
Rick Etkin
Chapter President
CAPIC Vancouver
vanouverpresident@capic.org
Studio: 604-875-0535
Cell: 778-227-0373
President's Message / Message du président
On May 15, 2010, Montreal was the host city of the CAPIC General Meeting. This was an excellent experience! We took advantage of the weekend to work together on the future of the Association, and attended the CAPIC Lifetime Achievement Awards and the Montreal xpose 2010 show opening.
This year, at the General Meeting we took time to answer questions and note the members' suggestions. I sincerely believe that this time was well spent. We also disclosed the results of our Friday Strategy Session.
The traditional Friday work session was particularly fruitful. There were fifteen people in attendance, and following a full day strategy session, we were able to determine the Association's goals and actions for the months ahead. With a clear picture of our finances, we decided to act in three directions: promotion of the members and the Association, improvement of CAPIC copyright representation, and redesign of the website. In addition, by November 2010, CAPIC will have a refreshed image to better represent the future of image creators.
We now set off on new challenges. This time, the aim is to offer more services. I hope that you will appreciate this effort.
Christian Fleury
CAPIC President
nationalpresident@capic.org
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Le 15 mai, Montréal à été la ville hôte de l'assemblée générale CAPIC et, vraiment, ce fut génial! Nous avons profité de la fin de semaine pour travailler ensemble, sortir ensemble et assister au aux Prix d'excellences pour l'oeuvre d'une vie CAPIC et au vernissage Montréalais d'xpose.
Cette année à l'assemblée générale, nous avons pris le temps de répondre aux questions et de prendre en note les suggestions des membres. Je crois sincèrement que ça en a valu la peine. C'est aussi à l'assemblée générale que nous avons dévoilé les résultats de notre session du vendredi.
La traditionnelle session de travail du vendredi fut particulièrement fructueuse. Quinze personnes, sept heures de travail et beaucoup de café pour déterminer les prochaines actions à entreprendre pour notre association. Avec un portrait clair de nos finances, nous avons décidé d'agir sur trois axes; promotion des membres et l'association, une meilleure représentation CAPIC sur le droit d'auteur auprès des entreprises, et l'amélioration du site web. En prime, d'ici novembre, nous aurons droit à une image rafraichie de CAPIC pour mieux représenter l'avenir des créateurs d'images.
Nous voilà repartis avec de nouveaux défis. Cette fois, c'est pour en offrir plus sur notre plateau de service. J'espère que vous apprécierez.
Christian Fleury
CAPIC Président
nationalpresident@capic.org
Message from CAPIC's Copyright Chair / Message du Directeur des droits d'auteur de la CAPIC
(la version française suivra)
CAPIC's Copyright Chair, André Cornellier, is pleased to share exciting news with CAPIC's members.
OTTAWA, June 2, 2010:
Canadian photographers welcome the introduction of copyright reform.
The Canadian Photographers Coalition (CPC) congratulates the Federal Government on the introduction of copyright reform legislation. The Copyright Modernization Act includes a provision to award photographers first ownership on commissioned works; a right held by all other creators.
"Today is a great day for Canadian photographers," stated André Cornellier, Coalition Co-chair. "The Copyright Act is an important policy tool for the promotion of Canada's culture and Canadians' creativity. As professional photographers, we understand first-hand the importance of ensuring a modern Copyright Act promotes both of these objectives."
"These amendments allow Canadian small business photographers the opportunity to generate additional revenues for their commercial work. At the same time, they strike a balance by allowing consumers the use of commissioned personal photographs for private non-commercial purposes," Cornellier added.
"In 2008, we welcomed Bill C-61 and its recognition of photographers as equals among their creative colleagues. Including similar provisions in this Bill, Heritage Minister James Moore and Industry Minister Tony Clement have again committed to ending this inequity," said Brian Boyle, Coalition Co-chair.
The Canadian Photographers Coalition was formed to support the extension of copyright fairness to Canada's working professional photographers. The Coalition represents the interests of two professional associations: the Canadian Association of Photographers and Illustrators in Communications (CAPIC) and the Professional Photographers of Canada (PPOC).
Together the groups represent professional photographers working in all aspects of the craft and in all regions of the country. There are over 14,000 professional photographers working and living in Canadian communities from coast to coast. Over 95 per cent of professional photographers are small business people, owning, operating and working in their own businesses and dependent on sales of their work to support their families. Like all small business people, photographers are part of the engine that drives the Canadian economy.
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André Cornellier, Directeur des droits d'auteur pour la CAPIC, est heureux de vous annoncer une excellente nouvelle au sujet des droits des photographes.
OTTAWA, le 2 juin 2010:
Les photographes canadiens saluent la réforme de la Loi sur le droit d'auteur.
La Coalition de photographes Canadiens (CPC) félicite le gouvernement canadien d'avoir introduit un projet de loi visant à moderniser la Loi sur le droit d'auteur. Le projet de loi sur la modernisation de la Loi sur le droit d'auteur comprend une disposition octroyant aux photographes canadiens le droit d'auteur sur toutes leurs œuvres, un droit dont jouissent déjà tous les autres créateurs.
« C'est un grand jour pour les photographes canadiens », a déclaré André Cornellier, coprésident de la CPC. « La Loi sur le droit d'auteur est un important instrument stratégique qui favorise la promotion de la culture et de la créativité canadiennes. En tant que photographes professionnels, nous connaissons mieux que quiconque la portée d'une Loi sur le droit d'auteur moderne qui remplit ces deux objectifs. »
« Ces modifications permettent aux photographes travaillant dans de petites entreprises, de tirer des revenus appropriés de leurs activités créatrices et commerciales. Elles viennent également créer un équilibre en permettant aux consommateurs d'utiliser à des fins privées et non-commerciales des photographies personnelles dont la création a été commandée à un professionnel de la photographie », a ajouté M. Cornellier.
« En 2008, nous avons favorablement accueilli le projet de loi C-61 qui reconnaissait les photographes comme les égaux des autres créateurs. En incluant des dispositions similaires dans ce projet de loi, le ministre du Patrimoine canadien et des langues officielles James Moore et le ministre de l'Industrie Tony Clement se sont encore une fois engagés à réparer cette injustice », a dit Brian Boyle, coprésident de la CPC.
La Coalition de photographes Canadiens (CPC) est une coalition qui fut créée pour que le droit d'auteur canadien soit équitable pour les photographes professionnels. Cette coalition représente les intérêts de deux associations professionnelles: l'Association canadienne des photographes et illustrateurs en communications (CAPIC) et l'association des Photographes Professionnels du Canada (PPOC).
Ces groupes représentent des photographes professionnels œuvrant dans divers domaines et dans toutes les régions du pays. Quelque 14 000 professionnels travaillent et vivent dans des collectivités canadiennes, d'un océan à l'autre. Plus de 95 % de ces photographes professionnels sont les propriétaires-exploitants de petites entreprises qui dépendent de la vente de leurs produits pour assurer leur subsistance, ainsi que celle de leurs familles. Comme tous les entrepreneurs, les photographes sont des moteurs important de l'économie canadienne.
2nd CAPIC Vancouver Portfolio Speed Reviews
Without doubt, one of the most successful and rewarding events that CAPIC Vancouver has put together!
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Without doubt, one of the most successful and rewarding events that CAPIC Vancouver has put together! There was a fantastic turnout of reviewers representing the best design houses and advertising agencies in the city including Cossette, Karacters, Emdoublyou Design, and Hangar 18. This was matched by a real cross-section of photographers showing their best work. According to the reviewers, there were some stunning world class quality portfolios being shown.
Reviewers repeatedly noted that artists that they had seen last year, had taken and acted on their advice to greatly improve the overall impact and quality of their books. This was a clear indication to them of the value of the event . The designers all felt that this was time well spent. Meeting new talent, reacquainting themselves with others and being part of the community was worth every minute.
Each of the artists felt the quality of the reviews. Although five minutes often felt like only two, it created a focused and intense session which was truly like speed dating ( for those who have done that) after which they hoped that could lead to follow-up meetings and potential work.
There is no other comparable business environment that brings so many artists and buyers together to meet.
The event committee, volunteers and board members all worked hard to organize this event that saw virtually every participant in the reviews having their portfolio seen and commented on by every one of the 12 reviewers. To everyone's real appreciation, that exceeded all expectations. A giant thank you to all of the reviewers for staying on to finish!
Comments and Quotes from the evening:
It really was a fabulous evening. It was exhausting, but extremely rewarding. The reviews are a great opportunity for us to offer some guidance on how to get the most impact from a well designed portfolio presentation.
Vida Jurcic - Hangar 18
It was a pleasure. Overall I found the night very organized and quality of work shown to be quite high. A shame not one illustrators showed up. Local reps should be slapped for not encouraging their clients to attend. :-( Thank you again for inviting us to participate,
Mark Busse - Industrial Brand Creative
Thanks for having me last night, it was my pleasure.
Calvin Ho Vancouver MacLaren McCann
"Good to see some new younger talent, not sure how you attract this and even getting some of the more established shooters to attend."
James Bateman - Karacters Design Group
"Thanks for the opportunity to present my work to a variety of art directors in an atmosphere that is both relaxed and analytical. It has been invaluable to my development as a photographer."
Leanna Rathkelly - Whistler
"If you need a reason to join CAPIC, it is the Portfolio Speed Review. A must attend event for both professionals and amateurs."
Pooya Nabei - Pooya Nabei Photography
No question that this event would sell out very quickly next time. It is truly worth the cost of admission and even a better when you are a member. Make sure you express your interest early to insure a seat at the next event. (TBD)
A special thank you to all of our sponsors; without their support these events could not take place.
Rick Etkin
Chapter President
CAPIC Vancouver
vancouverpresident@capic.org
Studio: 604-875-0535
Cell: 778-227-0373
Door Prizes and Winners
Peter Holst - Selina Maitreya's MP3 Program selinamaaitreya.com
Johnny Lee - the Lorem Ipsum bracelet from Schrapnel Design
Hubert Kang - Opening/Closing Ceremonies 2010 Olympics book from hemlock Printers
David Ellingsen - the NAPA photography book from Hemlock Printers
Evaan Karaage - 2 hours retouching from the orange apple
Linda Mackie - 20x24 gallery wrap from Technicare Imaging Ltd.
Shawn Taylor - the creative studio session from Whitebox Studios
Grant Harder - the $100 certificate for printing from Blitzgear inc.
Adam Blasberg - 2 hours retouching from cake IMAGERY
PhotoCredit: Gabriel Hall
Venue: Vancouver Photo Workshops www.vancouverphotoworkshops.com
Ticket Sales by Beau Photo Supplies www.beauphoto.com
Tote Bag Ilustration by Desmond Montague www.directoryofillustration.com/DesmondMontague
Tote Bags and Screen Printing by SAGe Illustration and Screenprinting www.sageillustration.com
Gold Sponsors
Hemlock Printers Ltd. www,hemlockprinters.com
Technicare Imaging Ltd. technicare.com
the orange apple theorangeapple.ca
cake IMAGERY cakeimagery.com
Shrapnel Design shrapneldesign.com
Blitzgear inc. blitzgear.com
Whitebox Studios whiteboxstudios.ca
Bronze Sponsors
forte representation fortereps.com
Vancouver Holds Portfolio 1: Panel Event
Art Directors John Edmonds (Green Eggs Creative), James Filbry (Spring Advertising), Dean Ponto (Dean Ponto Creative), and Vida Jurcic (Hangar 18 Creative Group)
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Art Directors John Edmonds (Green Eggs Creative), James Filbry (Spring Advertising), Dean Ponto (Dean Ponto Creative), and Vida Jurcic (Hangar 18 Creative Group) graciously donated their evening to speak to a room filled with over 35 CAPIC members and some non-members about everything on the topic of building and showing your portfolio to Art and Creative Directors. Thank you to them all!
"It's like putting make up on a pig" was a memorable quote from the night, and was a common thread to their advice: choose your absolute best work for your portfolio, and above the paper choice, the housing, etc, the work itself has to shine through.
Also unanimous were comments about seeing personal work, staying true to one style, and giving your online portfolio the same care and attention as you do your print portfolio (and yes, they all still want to see a print portfolio!)
A big thank you to our event sponsors: Beau Photo, Vancouver Photo Workshops, and Gold Sponsors Hemlock Printers Ltd., and Shrapnel Design.
Door prizes graciously donated by Shrapnel Design and were won by new General Member Barry Gnyp and Student Member Jennifer Schmidt from Western Academy.
Ottawa Chapter Holds Meeting!
The Ottawa Chapter of CAPIC met at the studio of long time member Photographer Marc Fowler on Wednesday, April 7th, 2010.
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Photo of Tom Evans and Randy Harquail by Brent Gervais.
Copyright © 2010 - CAPIC Ottawa
The purpose of the get together was to have an informal and open discussion about the role of the association in Ottawa and the value of membership.
About one third of the membership turned out for this meeting.
The discussion ranged from ideas for future events, the "democratization" of the craft and the resulting shrinkage of photo assignments for other then highly creative or complex work, and the relevance of an association like CAPIC in a community of creative professionals.
Before the meeting got underway, a presentation was made to Randy Harquail. Randy received the award for Outstanding Contribution to CAPIC in 2009. His plaque was presented at the 2009 President's Dinner by then president Ewan Nicholson to Tom Evans the Ottawa Chapter President. Randy was unable to attend the National AGM. Events in 2009 unfolded in a way that prohibited the plaque from being presented to Randy in a suitable way until this meeting, almost a year late. Amazingly Randy was surprised and word of the award had not leaked out in all that time.
Plans are afoot for some worthwhile activities including an exhibition.
Encouraged by the success of the other chapters, CAPIC Ottawa will create and market meaningful events that will raise the profile of the association in this market and give people a chance to meet with some of the best and brightest in their field.
Vancouver Chapter Holds 2010 AGM
The Vancouver Chapter held its Annual General Meeting on Tuesday, March 30th, 2010, at Vancouver Photo Workshops
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The Vancouver Chapter held its Annual General Meeting on Tuesday, March 30th, 2010, at Vancouver Photo Workshops www.vancouverphotoworkshops.com prior to a social evening and announcement of the recently acquired group studio and equipment insurance package.
Our elections set a new chapter executive as follows:
New Board:
Interim President: Rick Etkin
Past President: Byron Smith
VP Membership: Thomas Billingsley
Acting Sec/Treasurer: Jasna Stojanovic
Acting VP Programming: Linda Mackie
Past VP Programming & Mentorship Coordinator: Jackie Connelly
VP Business Practices: David Ellingsen
Student Liaison: Erich Saide
Mentorship Program Coordinator: Graham Winterbottom
Assistants Program Coordinator: Spencer Kovats
Administration: Dave Rossander
Non-Board Volunteers:
Graphic Design: Steve Pinter
Shawn Taylor
Lloyd Barnes
Alex (Arash) Dornadish
Catherine Millard
Michael Boland
Caterine Millard
Janet Rerecich
During the AGM, Lisa Reddekopp, CAIB, CIP, Business Development Manager, Commercial Insurance, Coast Capital Insurance Services Ltd. (Coast Capital Savings) was introduced by VP Business Practices David Ellingsen, and announced and discussed the new group insurance package (studio & equipment) now available for members of the CAPIC Vancouver Chapter. This insurance package has excellent coverage at a very good discounted rate.
Following the AGM, a social was held where everyone enjoyed light refreshments and snacks while catching-up with old and new contacts.
Vancouver Chapter Presented Heather Morton- Art Buyer
Heather presented a 3 hour program for commercial photographers/illustrators,
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The CAPIC Vancouver Chapter presented Heather Morton - Art Buyer at Sugar Studios to a crowd of 53 CAPIC members and non-members (public).
Heather presented a 3 hour program for commercial photographers/illustrators, enlightening them how to be current, gain market value and keep clients in the Canadian market. Her presentation detailed methods of self-improvement, promos, inter-acting and relating to clients, portfolios (hard copy/websites), blogs and social networking, etc.
After the presentation and Q&A, the enthusiastic crowd stayed on to enjoy light refreshments and snacks and mingle.
The Vancouver Chapter expresses their gratitude and thanks to Gina Hole, THEY Rep, and Sugar Studios (www.sugarstudios.com ) for their donation of their (new) premises to hold the event, and Beau Photo (www.beauphoto.com ) for sponsoring and donating the door prize ($100.00 Rental Certificate). It is the support of such entities that helps the Vancouver Chapter to produce successful events - support our sponsors!
Door Prize won by Barry Calhoun
Camera RAW Compatability upgrade for Macs
From Gizmodo: The latest RAW compatibility update—2.7 to be precise—for Mac, which adds compatibility for these fine cameras:
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• Canon EOS-1D Mark IV
• Canon EOS 7D
• Canon PowerShot G11
• Nikon D3S
• Nikon D3000S
• Nikon D3000
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Don't Take Pictures, Give Them / Ne faites pas que prendre des photos, donnez-les en cadeau!
"CAPIC - Toronto just completed an exceptional charity event. Partnering with the East Scarborough Storefront and inspired by the international Help Portrait Project, sixteen of Toronto top photographers were joined by crack team of hair and make-up artists, an small army of assistants and enough gear to light a the CN Tower. Together they created some exceptional family memories for people who may not otherwise have ever had a family portrait.
To see the results watch: www.youtube.com/watch?v=l13aSBNZMwI
Stay tuned for a full recap with all the highlights."
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CAPIC-Toronto vient de terminé un évènement bénéfice exceptionel. En collaboration avec le East Scarborough Storefront et inspiré par le projet international Help Portrait, seize parmi les photographes de Toronto de plus grande renommée se sont joints avec un super équipe de coiffeurs et de maquillistes, une petite foule d'assistants et assez de trucs pour allumer la tour CN. Ensemble ils ont créé des souvenirs pour ceux qui n'ont peut-être jamais eu un portrait de famille.
Pour regardez les résultats rendez-vous au: www.youtube.com/watch?v=l13aSBNZMwI
Restez branchez pour une récapitulation avec tous les clous de la soirée!
CAPIC Montréal s’ouvre aux médias sociaux / CAPIC Montreal opens up to social networking
Une nouvelle façon de communiquer avec les membres et d’aller rejoindre la communauté photographique autrement.
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A new way of communicating with members and contacting the rest of the photographic community.
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Nous avons commencé depuis presque un an, un groupe Facebook qui compte plus de 250 membres, où nous annonçons les expositions, les formations, et nos évènements, il est également possible d’y discuter des sujets de l’heure.
Plus récemment nous avons créé une page Twitter, un groupe Linkedin et un blog. Une formation est en préparation au printemps pour apprivoiser ces technologies qui deviennent nos nouveaux outils de promotion.
Joignez-vous à nous !
www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=39007083077
capicmontreal.blogspot.com
www.linkedin.com/groups?home=&gid=2444282
twitter.com/capicmontreal
Impliquez vous ! Nous sommes présentement à créer un comité pour entamer une discussion concernant la création de l’événement et l’organisation de l’expo pour l’année 2010. Avis aux intéressés, écrivez à Claude-Simon Langlois : cs@langloisphoto.com
Mercredi 18 Novembre
A eu lieu une conférence donnée par le Ministère du Revenu, pour les travailleurs autonomes, concernant les impôts; les mythes et réalités, ainsi que la TPS-TVQ, présentée en anglais, organisée en collaboration avec le Collège Dawson.
Bilan : 51 participants, surtout des étudiants !
Mercredi 9 Décembre
CAPIC - Montréal a fêté Noël au LAB, comptoir à cocktails pour un 5 à 8 bien arrosé, il y a eu une cinquantaine de personnes, et plusieurs prix de présence; des certificats-cadeaux de Photo Service, des rabais pour s’inscrire à l’association, et des accessoires Nikon. Un grand merci aux commanditaires !
Copyright © 2009
Prochain événement : Jeudi 21 Janvier 2010 à 19 h dans les studios de Photo Service, une soirée créative avec Claude Charlebois : Comment maîtriser le CODEX de notre créativité. Un retour aux sources de la créativité par une approche de la photo autant philosophique que pratique, à travers la perspective d’un créatif visuel. Pour cette fois-ci; exit la technologie, ce sera un voyage expansif vers son terrain de jeu préféré qu’est l’art en s’attardant sur le pourquoi et le comment définir une vision qui nous est propre et de vivre un mode de vie axé sur la créativité au quotidien.
Claude Charlebois s’intéresse à la créativité et au potentiel humain depuis des lunes. S’exprimant initialement par la peinture, il réalise que la photographie lui offre une dynamique qui correspond mieux à sa vision. Il se plaît à dire que «S’il vivait aujourd’hui, Leonard de Vinci serait photographe».
Frais d’entrée
Membres CAPIC 10$
Non membres 25$
À la porte 30$
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Almost a year ago we set up a Facebook group that counts over 250 members, where we publicize exhibitions, workshops and events and where it is also possible to discuss current news.
More recently we created a Twitter page, a Linkedin group and a blog. Preparations are underway for a training session in the spring which will enable participants to incorporate new technologies in promoting their work. Join us!
Get involved! We are presently putting together a committee to start planning for the 2010 exhibition and event. Those who are interested can contact Claude-Simon Langlois at cs@langloisphoto.com
www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=39007083077
capicmontreal.blogspot.com
www.linkedin.com/groups?home=&gid=2444282
twitter.com/capicmontreal
Wednesday November 8th
A conference held by the Minister of Revenue for self-employed workers dealt with issues relating to income tax (myths and realities), as well as the TPS-TVQ. The conference was hosted in English and organized by Dawson College.
Outcome: 51 participants, mostly students!
Wednesday December 9th
CAPIC-Montreal celebrated Christmas at the cocktail bar LAB for a hearty "5 to 8" with 50 or so people in attendance. There were door prizes, gift certificates from Photo-Service, membership discounts for new associates, as well as Nikon accessories. A big thank you to our sponsors!
Copyright © 2009
Upcoming event:
Thursday January 21 2010 at 19:00 in Photo-Service studios, an evening devoted to creativity with Claude Charlebois: Mastering the Codex of our Creativity.
Rediscovering the hidden sources of creativity through an approach to photography that is philosophical as well as practical, from the perspective of a visual artist. Technical aspects are thankfully sidelined in favor of an expanding voyage to his favorite playground- art, while he addresses questions of why and how to refine a vision that is unique to oneself and how to live a life focused on creativity in day-to-day life.
Claude Charlebois has devoted himself to creativity and human potential for a long time. Starting out as a painter, he realized that photography offered means of expression which were better suited to his vision. He likes to say that "If Leonardo da Vinci were alive today, he would be a photographer."
Entrance fees:
$10 for CAPIC members
$25 for non-members
$30 at the door
Vancouver Chapter Clip Up / Clip-Up CAPIC Vancouver
A Night With Colleagues/ Une soirèe avec les collègues
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CAPIC Vancouver's Clip-Up/Holiday Social held on December 9th, 2009 at Subeez Cafe.
12 people submitted photos, and 35 people came to socialize over beers and good food. All had a great time! We are definitely looking forward to the next Clip Up.
A big thank you goes out to Hemlock Printing www.hemlock.com for donating the prints on 120 pound Centura Gloss cover. Also, thank you to Subeez Cafe www.subeez.com for hosting us.
The Clip-Up photo that received the most votes was a beautiful image by Lisa Petkau, definitely fulfilling the event's theme of 'Spirit'.
Happy Holidays to everyone at CAPIC Vancouver, and we will be back in touch in the New Year with more exciting info & events for 2010!
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Le Clip-Up/Soirée des Fêtes a eu lieu le 9 decembre au Café Subeez.
12 personnes ont soumis leurs photos, et 35 personnes sont venus partager des bières et de la bonne bouffe. Tout le monde s'est amusé!
C'est sur qu'on a hâte au prochain Clip-Up.
On tient a remercier Hemlock Printing www.hemlock.com d'avoir offert du Centura Gloss Cover de 120 livres pour les images. Aussi, merci à www.subeez.com Subeez Café d'avoir fourni l'espace.
La photo Clip-Up qui a reçu le plus de votes est un bel image par Lisa Petkau, un qui représente définitivement le thème de l'expo, "Esprit".
Joyeuse Fêtes à tout le monde à CAPIC Vancouver, et on se donnera des nouvelles au Nouvel An avec d'autres informations et évenements pour 2010!
CAPIC remembers Marc Guertin / Nécrologie de Marc Guertin
Marc Guertin, Illustrator, friend, associate and loyal CAPIC Ottawa member since 1994 has passed away after a struggle with cancer.
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Marc Guertin, illustrateur, ami, associé et très fidèle membre de CAPIC est décédé après une longue lutte contre le cancer.
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I know those of you who knew him will feel as shocked and crushed by this as we do here in Ottawa. Marc was a very positive force in the room at any meeting he attended, and it was most of them. Marc had great ideas and was always a volunteer when we needed someone to fly the flag for CAPIC. Marc was also the past editor of the CAPIC News. When it was an actual printed newsletter. A task to which I can attest requires a lot of time and effort.
There was an open house hosted by his family at his home on Saturday, December 5, 2009.
If you wish to sign an online book of remembrance you can do so at this link: Marc Guertin Remembrance .
The obituary is as follows:
GUERTIN, Marc It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Marc Guertin on Saturday, November 28th. Marc was the beloved husband of Hillary, cherished father of Johanna (John) and Jeff (Jessica) and most wonderful Pappy to Lucas, Zoe, Olivia, Mia and Grace. Dear son of Ethel and the late Roland Guertin, brother of Dennis (Robin), Rollie (Margot) and Jacques (Jacqueline). Favourite son-in-law of Helen Catterill & brother-in-law of Tim (Helen Jean). Lovingly remembered by Marisa Arpaia. It is with happiness that we will remember Marc as a talented artist, boat builder and woodworker, a man who cherished his family and the great Canadian outdoors. Interment at Pinecrest Cemetery. Family and friends are invited to Marc and Hillary's home on Saturday December 5, 2009 from 11:00 am-4:00 pm. Our sincere thanks to everyone for their compassion and support. In memoriam, donations to the Christie Lake Kids ( christielakekids.com ) would be appreciated.
-Tom Evans - Photographer, Ottawa
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Chers amis et membres de CAPIC Ottawa,
Je vous écris pour vous communiquer de bien tristes nouvelles.
Marc Guertin, illustrateur, ami, associé et très fidèle membre de CAPIC est décédé après une longue lutte contre le cancer.
Je sais que ceux d’entre vous qui le connaissaient se sentiront choqués et dévastés comme moi. Marc assistait à la plupart des réunions où il avait un impact important et positif sur les discussions. Marc avait des idées géniales et offrait toujours ses services pour mettre le CAPIC de l’avant. Marc était aussi l’ancien redacteur de CAPIC News alors que c’était un journal imprimé. Croyez-moi, cela prend beaucoup de temps et de travail.
Pour signer un livre commemoratif en ligne, rendez vous à :
Marc Guertin Remembrance
La nécrologie est telle :
Guertin, Marc. C’est avec un profond regret que nous tenons à vous annoncer le décès de Marc Guertin samedi le 28 novembre. Marc était le bien-aimé époux de Hillary; le père cheri de Johanna (John) et Jeff (Jessica); l’adorable Pappy de Lucas, Zoe, Olivia, Mia et Grace; le cher fils de Ethel et de feu Roland Guertin et frere de Dennis (Robin), Rollie (Margot) et Jacques (Jacqueline); le beau-fils préféré de Helen Catterill et le beau-frere de Tim (Helen Jean). Il est gardé en souvenir avec tendresse par Marisa Arpaia. C’est avec joie que nous nous souviendrons de Marc comme étant un artiste doué, un constructeur de bateaux et ébéniste et un homme qui chérissait sa famille et la nature et le plein air du Canada. L’enterrement aura lieu au cimetière Pinecrest. La famille et les amis seront invités au domicile de Marc et Hillary samedi le 5 décembre 2009 de 11h00 à 16h00. Nos sincères remerciements à tous pour leur compassion et leur soutien. En guise de sympathie, la famille vous invite à faire des dons à Christie Lake Kids ( christielakekids.com ). Les condoléances peuvent s’offrir en ligne a colefuneralservices.com.
Tom Evans
CAPIC Ottawa - President
Pourquoi se joindre à la CAPIC?
La CAPIC a pour objectif de donner une voix collective aux artistes numériques (artistes de l’électronique), illustrateurs et photographes professionnels du Canada, et de défendre leurs intérêts. Nous travaillons fort pour tenir à jour les normes de l’industrie, créer une communauté, assurer la protection des droits d'auteur, et bien d’autres choses. Notre travail aide tous les professionnels œuvrant au sein notre industrie, mais seulement les membres en tirent pleinement profit. Nous travaillons activement au niveau du gouvernement fédéral afin de promouvoir les droits des artistes et nous faisons pression pour faire modifier la Loi canadienne sur le droit d'auteur afin d’assurer aux photographes canadiens le même niveau de protection des droits que dans les autres pays.
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Voici quelques-uns des avantages de se joindre à la CAPIC :
Événements éducatifs et sociaux
Les membres de la CAPIC sont mis en communication avec des collègues qui partagent des expériences, des idées et des histoires connexes. Les sections locales de la CAPIC organisent régulièrement des événements éducatifs et sociaux pour les membres et pour la communauté des photographes et illustrateurs.
Aider le monde des photographes et illustrateurs
Le fait de devenir membre de la CAPIC est le meilleur moyen d'appuyer l’association qui se veut la voix collective des artistes numériques (artistes de l’électronique), illustrateurs et photographes professionnels du Canada, et de défendre leurs intérêts. Bien que beaucoup de travail soit effectué en coulisse, ces efforts se reflètent directement dans les normes utilisées par l’industrie et dans les contrats rédigés par les magazines, agences, entreprises et gouvernements.
Portail Web : Trouvez un photographe ou illustrateur
Le site Web de la CAPIC est un répertoire très utile des meilleurs photographes et illustrateurs professionnels du Canada. Pour les acheteurs d'art qui recherchent des photographes ou des illustrateurs, le site Web de la CAPIC présente une liste des créateurs professionnels sur lesquels ils peuvent compter. Les frais d’utilisation de ce type de site/portail Web varient entre 500 $ et 1 000 $. Cet outil publicitaire est gratuit pour les membres de la CAPIC!
Concours et salons professionnels
Xpose et Rodeo sont des concours nationaux annuels qui ont un impact important; seulement les membres de la CAPIC peuvent y participer. Les images des finalistes du concours Xpose sont regroupées dans un livre qui est distribué aux acheteurs d'art de l’ensemble du pays; ces images sont exposées lors du festival de la photographie de Toronto. Dans le même ordre d’idées, beaucoup d’étudiants participent au concours Rodeo; non seulement les images des finalistes de ce concours sont-elles exposées, mais ceux-ci peuvent également gagner des prix intéressants offerts par des commanditaires.
Double visibilité…où un photographe et un illustrateur font équipe pour créer des portraits de chacun d'eux qui sont ensuite affichés, côte-à-côte, dans une galerie d'art. Une fois par mois, la CAPIC tient une soirée d’échange (Xchange) de type « bistrot » où tous les membres et non-membres, de concert avec les représentants des agences de publicité, sont invités à échanger des idées et à discuter de leur travail. La CAPIC tient également divers séminaires et ateliers tout au long de l’année.
Rabais offerts par des commanditaires
Adbase
Agency access
Avis
Create Imaging
Excell Communications
fotoBiz
Hertz
Hindsight
Jones House
LightboxEditPro
onOne Software
Parade Portfolio Management Tools
S1
Show My Photos
Single Wrench
Sun Life
Adobe Photographers Directory
Big Black Bag
Creative Source
Dragonfly Imaging & Printing
Method Branding
Pikto
SR Bags
Assurance maladie et assurance responsabilité
À titre de membre de la CAPIC, vous aurez accès à l’assurance maladie, à l’assurance dentaire, à l’assurance invalidité et à l’assurance contre les maladies graves, de même qu’à des régimes d'assurance invalidité de groupe et d'assurance de groupe couvrant les studios/emplacements et ce, à tous nos tarifs spéciaux de groupe.
Devenez membre dès aujourd'hui : www.capic.org/membership.html
Pour obtenir de plus amples renseignements sur la procédure à suivre pour devenir membre de la CAPIC, veuillez communiquer avec le bureau de la CAPIC à l’adresse de courriel suivante : administrator@capic.org.
Why join CAPIC?
CAPIC is the collective voice and advocate for professional photographers, illustrators and digital artists in Canada. We work hard to maintain industry standards, create a community, fight for copyright protection, and much more. Our work helps all the professionals in our industry, but only members benefit fully. We are active at the federal government level, working to promote the rights of artists and lobbying to have the Canadian Copyright Act changed to give Canadian photographers the same protection offered in other countries.
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Here are some of the benefits of joining CAPIC:
Educational and social events
Members of CAPIC are connected with colleagues that share related experiences, ideas and stories. CAPIC local chapters regularly organize educational and social events for the benefit of members and the photographic and illustrator community.
Helping the illustrator and photographic community
Becoming a CAPIC member is the best way to endorse the association that is the collective voice and advocate for professional photographers, illustrators and digital artists in Canada. Although much behind the scenes, these efforts are directly reflected in standards used by the industry and the contracts written by magazines, agencies, corporate clients and governments.
Web portal: Find a Photographer/Illustrator
The CAPIC website is an amazing repertoire of the most professional photographers and illustrators in Canada. When art buyers search for photographers or illustrators, CAPIC website lists creators that can be counted on for their professionalism. Such websites and portals range between $500 and $1000. As a member of CAPIC, this advertising tool is free!
Contest and Shows
Exclusive to CAPIC members, Xpose and Rodeo are yearly national contests with a huge impact! Xpose finalists see their pictures printed in a book distributed to art buyers across the country and exposed during the photography festival in Toronto. Similarly, the highly attended student contest Rodeo is exposed but with the extra reward of great prizes from sponsors.
Double Vision … where a photographer and an Illustrator are paired up to create portraits of each other, which are then put on display, side by side, at a Gallery event. Once a month CAPIC hosts a Xchange ‘pub’ evening, where all members and non-members, along with ad agency people, are invited to exchange ideas and their work. CAPIC also hosts various Seminars and Workshops throughout the year.
Discounts from Sponsors
Adbase
Agency access
Avis
Create Imaging
Excell Communications
fotoBiz
Hertz
Hindsight
Jones House
LightboxEditPro
onOne Software
Parade Portfolio Management Tools
S1
Show My Photos
Single Wrench
Sun Life
Adobe Photographers Directory
Big Black Bag
Creative Source
Dragonfly Imaging & Printing
Method Branding
Pikto
SR Bags
Health and Liability Insurance
Through CAPIC you’ll have access to health, dental, disability and critical-illness insurance as well as group studio/location and liability insurance packages all at our special group rates.
Become a member today: www.capic.org/membership.html
For more information about CAPIC membership please contact the CAPIC office at administrator@capic.org.
Xpose 2009
The 2009 xpose show book is being distributed to creatives across Canada, as you are reading this.
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The xpose annual contest is a celebration of CAPIC’s talent and vision.
The numbers this year are impressive…
299 entries
10 dedicated and talented judges
50 winning images
1400 mailings to Canada’s top creatives
1 amazing promotional piece for CAPIC
Special thanks to CAPIC member Juliana Kolesova for her design and cover illustration of the xpose book.
Thanks also to our fabulous sponsors…
CJ Graphics
SML Solutions
Headshots/Joneshouse
Canon
and Vistek
Michael Kohn
xpose Committee Chair
Mentorship in Toronto ... A Success Story
Photo Copyright ©2009 - Jason Matos
The Mentored
My name is Jason Matos and I am a recent graduate of the Humber Photography program. After graduation, I was handed my diploma confirming that I am a 'photographer' and then I was gracefully thrown out into the cold abyss of the professional photographic world.
Upon graduation, I took on an large 'archiving project' with Michael Kohn, a Toronto based food photographer. Food photography... positively the last area of photography that I ever expected to be involved in.
Out of this ' archiving project', we have formed a great mentor-student relationship... it amazes me how situations evolve. Working for Michael is not a 9-5 job... I come to his studio and do archiving and back-up. It's what occurs while I am working for Michael that has helped me so much with everything from my career to my confidence level.
Michael has quickly become a mentor to me. We constantly discuss the current 'photographic climate'... he critiques my work, my mailers, my website and in turn he asks for my opinion on his work and respects my critical input.
Some success this week... my first request from an art director to come in with my portfolio.
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Jason Matos
Photographer
C: 905.220.7889
jasonmatosphoto.com
The Mentor
I was not looking for someone to mentor. I was looking for some help in archiving tons of digital images. The relationship that I have with Jason has worked in both directions.
I can help Jason move his business to the next level in terms of his branding, marketing etc. What was unexpected for me was the generous help and advise that Jason has given back in terms of his expertise in social marketing such as facebook, blogging and more.
This relationship is a win win for both of us.
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Michael Kohn
Photographer
C: 416.531.3013
www.michaelkohn.com
Brian Tremblay
Photographer and CAPIC member, Brian Tremblay, will be having his first Toronto show at STUDIO VOGUE gallery at 274 Avenue Road from January 6 - 27, 2010.
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There will be a "meet the artist opening reception" on January 9 from 5 - 7pm. Brian will be showing selected works from his Tatau series as well as other images from his figure study series. Tremblay has shown work at various galleries in Sault Ste Marie, Ottawa and North Lancaster, Ontario.
He is represented by Joyce Fournier at STUDIO VOGUE gallery. You can see more of Brian's art work at tremblayfinephotography.com
Following Chase ... Enticing Your Clients Through Social Media
On Thursday, November 12th, 2009 the Toronto Chapter of CAPIC hosted a progressive
event at the Gladstone Hotel.
“Following Chase – Enticing Your Clients Through Social Media”
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Game day started with meeting the famed Chase Jarvis and his partner in crime and studio manager Scott. We sat by a window in the Gladstone’s café with sun streaming in and great vibe’s flowing. We talked a little business and looked over the plan for the evening. Chase asked if there was anything he could do to ensure everyone coming that evening was going to walk away satisfied. We discussed where the talk could go and Chase said, “Don’t worry Rob, I’ll be the last man standing at the end of the night, I will stay until every last question is answered!”. I thought to myself, this guy is the real deal. After a really good coffee and a little chocolate indulgence we parted ways and started prep for the big night.
We found ourselves back at the Gladstone for a Toronto board meet-up at 4:30pm. Three hours and counting until blast off, pressures on! Chase had tweaked and prepped all afternoon and was ready to hit the stage. The crack
team of CAPIC event specialists raced into action and the North Ballroom of the Gladstone was quickly transformed into a laid back, easygoing event space for our big event. Finally, months of planning all coming to life in a matter of hours. As the room quickly filled the excitement grew and Chase roamed the space meeting and greeting our guests.
7:30 hit and it was show time, Chase delivered a truly inspirational talk covering his brand, social media and his methodology of “Create, Share and Sustain” He mentioned Battleships, Destroyers and a whole bunch of other crazy ideas that all made a whole lot of sense and left the audience feeling inspired and excited about photography and connecting with the community. If there is any one thing to take away from his talk, it’s that the only thing standing in our way of success is fear. As long as you create great “stuff” and work really hard, only fear will hold you back.
After the talk Chase rolled into a book signing with his latest book “ The Best Camera Is The One That’s With You”. He spent at least a couple of minutes with each and every person answering questions, signing and having a photo.
True to his word, the evening rolled into a totally unplugged atmosphere and the remaining gang gathered in close and continued to ask questions and chat with
Chase and Scott until close to 1:30 in the morning! In the end, Chase and Scott wrapped up their gear, said their good byes and left smiling and satisfied. It was
off to NYC in the morning and another event!
With out a doubt, all the hard work by all those who helped make this idea a reality paid off. The energy was undeniable and the momentum epic. We had pulled off a great event for our members, the community and everyone that loves image creation. We suspect we have crossed a threshold and find ourselves highly motivated to bring our members and the community bigger, better and more relevant events.
On occasion I am asked “why join CAPIC, what can it do for me??? I say to you, what can you do for CAPIC. As a group we are strong and with the support of it’s members CAPIC is poised to grow at lighting speed. We need each other now
more than ever to bring our amazing community closer
together. We must join together and share a few secrets, lend a hand and work hard to grow as a group and sustain this wonderfully vibrant community we work so hard to maintain. Why not jump on board with us and share your ideas and inspirations for a better day, month, year and future!
Thanks so much for your support from all of us at CAPIC and your Toronto chapter!
Rob Barnes
VP Programming
CAPIC-Toronto Chapter
Here’s some kind words we received from the community at large:
CAPIC on the Rise
by Heather Morton
“After years of questionable relevancy, CAPIC is suddenly showing signs that it really wants to serve it’s constituents by hosting truly pertinent events.
I trace this back to the No Uncertain Terms event of last January which introduced Toronto audiences (and the rest of the country through the miracle of webcasting) to the PLUS Initiative. And I also must give CAPIC
major props for bringing Chase Jarvis to town last week.”
“I just wanted to congratulate CAPIC for the great event you held last night with Chase Jarvis. Not only is Chase a very successful 'social marketer' and a great speaker, it is visionary of CAPIC to bring to our smaller market in Canada a speaker who is truly doing something new and different in a big market like the US. I predict a new age of CAPIC involvement. Please keep bringing this quality of
programming to our city to inspire, inform, and coax innovation and creativity. Please thank all involved.”
Best regards
Craig Samuel
S 1 G R O U P
“Thank you all - wonderful event! Exceeded expectations.
Thank you for the extended conversations. Here are a few moments from the event. Plus the last one made at morning coffee - in honor of Chase... Again - abundant thanks for all your efforts to make the event happen. It looked and felt seamless.”
Bill Wittman
“I was at the Chase Jarvis Event and the one thing he said that made me want to join CAPIC is be part of your community, and make it better. Make your community better. It was the best event CAPIC has ever done.”
Sincerely,
Andrea
And the feedback wouldn’t be complete without a little Facebook action right off Chases page!
Iden Ford Chase, you're beyond amazing. The presentation in
Toronto was heartfelt, humble, stimulating and especially thought provoking. Of course I immediately had to upgrade my i phone yesterday and made a silly dog video. U also downloaded the software app on I tunes. But I want to thank you and the organizers for making your Toronto visit possible. It's a pleasure to meet and learn from a genuine creator who is one of a kind. Thanks again.
Kelly Werry Westlake Saw you in Toronto...I could relate to so much of what you were saying and left there feeling very inspired and excited about all of the doors you opened up with your photography. Thank you for that. I will definitly be following your career from now on :) Cheers.
Filip Smola Thanks for signing my Book yesterday, even though I was not able to make it... and I will make it up to my buddy mike... Hope you had a good time in Toronto... I heard good things... Cheers.
Carissa Ball-Stewart Chase, it was great meeting you yesterday, but more importantly - listening to everything you had to say. I came there with my marketing hat on, knowing that at the very least I'd get a great case study about success through social media. But your message transcends that of the photography world, and really
could/should be brought to a broader audience. Somehow, I'm sure you already know that :)
Darren Eagles Had a great night with you and Scott in Toronto. After the main presentation, the informal get together with those who stayed until the hotel booted us out of the room at 1:00 am was great!! We might have been there all night if they hadn't! Thanks!!!
Kelvin Young Yo Chase! It's Kelvin from Toronto~ Awesome talk tonight at the Gladstone Hotel. I will definitely be in touch with Scott with regards to interning for you guys. Hope to see you again soon! Have fun in NY tomorrow =]
“When the choice “to go or not to go” comes up, the answer is always “go”.”
It’s noon on Thursday November 12 ’09, I log into my emails for the first time in a few days. Finally have a chance to look through my buffet of blogs and unread
tweets. I’m still barely awake and trying to recover from a 14 straight days of crazy jobs. I was looking forward to relaxing with friends and enjoying the unusually warm November weather. Now, it’s 12:30 and what do I notice? Chase Jarvis is speaking for CAPIC Toronto in 7 hours and I’m 6 hours away in Montreal. I’ve been religiously following Chase’s blog posts and tweets for 2 years now.
Needless to say, I registered for the talk, booked a hotel for that night through Hotwire and drove to Toronto.
My spontaneity was not in vain.
At the Gladstone Hotel, Chase spoke about social
media. If you don’t know what that is, you are already behind the times. Through his charm, enthusiasm and charisma, Chase delivered into uncensored details about his blogging, twitting, behind the scene videos of major international campaigns and volunteer work in the photo community. However, the night did not end when his speech did.
After his book signing, and until a little past 1 am, Chase casually sipped his beer and chatted it up with those of us who stayed behind. No matter the question or
number of beers or time of night, he was just as excited to be there, then we were to hear him digress.
I woke up one day, spontaneously drove 6 hours to hear a man speak, spent the evening and part of a night drinking and conversing with him and others present, checked in to my hotel room for the evening and drove home. I met great people, had a great time and I’d do it all over again in a heart beat.
Michael G. Manoukian
michaelmanphoto.com
David Ellingsen wraps up 2009 in a flurry of activity
David Ellingsen, CAPIC-Vancouver's VP of Business Practices, is wrapping up 2009 in a flurry of activity. BC Place Stadium recently installed David’s 12x40 foot action photographs as part of the facelift for the 2010 Winter Olympics.
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Photo Copyright ©2009 - David Ellingsen
His book “Body of Text” has garnered rave reviews from the Canadian literary underground and David will end the year with two gallery exhibitions abroad. “Hibernus” will be exhibited at Galerie BMG in Woodstock, NY and his new series “Future Imperfect” will debut at the Lishui International Photography Festival in China.
Visit David’s website and Blog for further information: www.davidellingsen.com
Mobile Photographer's Moving Picture Takes 1st Place at International Photography Awards
Vancouver photographer Kristopher Grunert has just received confirmation that his innovative and stirring time-lapse photography project titled "My City Moves Me" has taken 1st place in the 2009 International Photography Awards - Moving Image category.
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Photograph Copyright 2009 - Kristopher Grunert
The work is a series of 712 individual photos linked together to create the illusion of movement, emphasizing the life and breath of structures, and features the Vancouver Sky Train.
"The IPA has become one of the most significant awards in the industry.It is an absolute honor to receive such recognition, especially in this new category. Moving pictures has obviously been around for a long time but many feel this the beginning of a new era as technology is allowing still photographers to apply their trained eye to the medium."
Photograph Copyright 2009 - Kristopher Grunert
Ironically, the announcement comes just as Grunert himself is embarking on his own moving picture--the decision to take his Vancouver based company and studio GRUNERT IMAGING mobile. While travel has always been a part of his 10 year career--photographing mines, wind farms, water treatment plants and prime real estate projects across Canada, the US, UK, and Central/ South America Grunert feels ready for a significant creative pilgrimage.
He will be feeding his visual appetite with new landscapes, imagery, and experiences as he travels between urban, rural and industrial scenes from the Alberta Oil Sands, Saskatchewan, Toronto,New York,LA and Mexico.
Not only is it important to me to expand my visual repertoire, my goal is to extend the reach of the geographic markets that I serve."
Part of the journey will include his annual trip to NYC for the Lucie Awards(the Oscar Awards of photography) where this year his new series of still photographs "The Seylynn Lights"has received honorable mention and his 1st place entry"My City Moves Me"will be featured in the Annual IPA Best of Show.
The debut of this exhibition takes place as a prelude to the Lucies, held this year on Sat. Oct. 17at the infamous Splashlight Studios in Soho.
As usual, he will also attend the PDN Photo Expo where he reconnects with international suppliers and "sharpens his saw" by learning technical and business skills from industry leaders.
In the new year, Grunert Imaging will launch what he calls digital asset management solutions for the corporate market.
"I have seen companies struggle to manage their libraries of digital images as they continue to grow, and I want to make sure that my clients can use the assets I create in the most effective manner possible. If managed correctly, the photographs have the potential to increase in value exponentially for uses such as publicity, corporate communications, award submissions, and company morale."
Kristopher emphasizes that he will have a continued presence in Vancouver, servicing his clients and continuing to work with his local suppliers.
"I am very proud of the relationships that I have built here--they are the foundation of my business and I am committed to building on that foundation. My intention is for everyone I associate with to benefit from this endeavor.
Grunert has been creating memorable commercial photographs for local design firms such as Porcaro Communications servicing clients such asF inning International, Teck Cominco,and BC Ferries) and most recently with DDB Canada (Karacters Design)for the Vancouver Convention Centre. He was also the co-founder and co-curator of LUMEN gallery with Emmanuel St.Juste, which has brought light-inspired art and events to the city, and has served on the board of the Canadian Association of Photographers and Illustrators (CAPIC) as VP of membership for the last 2 years. He is looking forward to meeting other members across the country and contributing to the prairie chapter in the new year.
During his mobile experiment, Kristopher and wife Chelsea will be using his family homestead in Saskatchewan as their headquarters and are excited to be converting a grain silo into his new studio. The Grunert farm has been in operation for over 130 years, and Grunert's adventure will begin next month by working and documenting the annual harvest with three generations of his family present.
"The Seylynn Lights"series is being featured at On The Rise Artist Collective, 2231 Granville St. Vancouver, BC from Wednesday to Sunday, 11 am - 6 pm until August 30th.
"My City Moves Me"the award-winning submission can be seen at grunertimaging.com/MyCityMovesMe
Grunert can be reached now, and during his mobile adventure at kristopher@grunertimaging.com or 604-809-9155
Please direct any questions or comments regarding this announcement to Kristopher Grunert at press@grunertimaging.com or 604-809-9155.
CAPIC Member wins French Award
CAPIC Toronto member Ana Cop was Awarded an Honourable Mention in the PX3 competition for the entry entitled, " For Real ." The jury selected winners from thousands of photography entries from over 85 countries.
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Photograph Copyright © 2009 - Ana Cop
ABOUT Px3:
The "Prix de la Photographie Paris" (Px3) strives to promote the appreciation of photography, to discover emerging talent, and introduce photographers from around the world to the artistic community of Paris. Winning photographs from this competition are exhibited in a high-profile gallery in Paris and published in the high-quality, full-color Px3 Annual Book.
Visit px3.fr
For Press Inquiries, Contact:
info@px3.fr
About the Winner:
Ana's style of photography has often been described as quirky, yet uplifting
-a fulfillment of the senses.
She tends to create her own visionary world,
with a photography style that depicts individualism.
Ana was born in Zagreb, Croatia and currently resides in Toronto, Canada.
She is a graduate of Photography Studies at Ryerson University Toronto, (2008)
and is a member of CAPIC, (Canadian Association of Photographers & Illustrators).
The portfolio tells the rest...
CAPIC Vancouver Presents Maria Piscopo
MARIA PISCOPO
www.mpiscopo.com
"How to Make Money in Today's New Marketplace"
Thank You To Our Sponsors
Saturday, May 23rd, 2009
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To Our Valued Sponsors
THANK YOU!
The CAPIC Vancouver Chapter would like to sincerely thank you for your support in our event with Maria Piscopo hosted by Langara College. Her presentation gave the tools and insight to a model of "How To Make Money in Today's New Marketplace". Participants showed a high interest and interaction of the program, seeking new tools and ways to using those tools and knowledge of the current marketplace.
Because of your participation, we were able to help our members, and non-members connect with relevant trade and industry partners, thereby adding value to the event for everyone. We look forward to growing our relationship with you in the future, and thank you again for your continued support.
ADBASE - www.adbase.com
Beau Photo Supplies - www.beauphoto.com
Langara College - www.langara.bc.ca
Toronto Chapter Online Marketing Campaign
Here's just one more reason to become a Toronto Chapter CAPIC member!
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Since March CAPIC's Toronto Chapter has initiated its first ever Online Marketing Campaign as a way to bring the work of our talented roster of photographers and illustrators onto the monitors and into the minds of designers, art buyers and art directors across Canada and the US. Partnered with ADBASE, this promo will connect us with thousands of prospective clients.
Each promo features 2 Toronto CAPIC members, and provides an instant link to CAPIC's complete index of member galleries.
VIEW PAST PROMOS:
-October 2009
-September 2009
-August 2009
-July 2009
-June 2009
-May 2009
-April 2009
-March 2009
All Toronto CAPIC members who submitted work into this year's XPOSE show were entered into a draw, from which we selected our featured illustrators and photographers for the remainder of the year.
If your name was drawn as a featured artist, you'll need to prepare a short bio or statement to appear beneath your image. The image you chose for the online campaign doesn't need to be the same image you submitted to XPOSE, as long as it meets our standards for content and quality.
And while we're on the topic ...
Now's the time to UPDATE YOUR GALLERY PAGES! With all these potential clients being driven to the CAPIC web site, we need to give them something impressive to look at! Gallery space is included free with most CAPIC memberships (Sustaining, Assistant & Student members do not qualify). General members receive nine image slots, Associate members six slots and Emerging Talent members 3 slots.
To upload images, all you need is your member number and password to log into the site. Click on "My Gallery" and follow the new simplified directions that allow for quick uploads.
Additional Gallery space can be purchased. In the Private Member area, go to "My Account" and select "Upgrade Gallery". Access and Upload help is always available from the CAPIC office at: info@capic.org
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- Pourquoi se joindre à la CAPIC?
- Why join CAPIC?
- Xpose 2009
- Mentorship in Toronto ... A Success Story
- Brian Tremblay
- Following Chase ... Enticing Your Clients Through Social Media
- David Ellingsen wraps up 2009 in a flurry of activity
- Mobile Photographer's Moving Picture Takes 1st Place at International Photography Awards
- CAPIC Member wins French Award
- CAPIC Vancouver Presents Maria Piscopo
- Toronto Chapter Online Marketing Campaign
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