Karsh Portraits

Karsh is the Man, this Canadian Photographic Superstar lived and worked in Ottawa. Producing some of the most interesting portraits of the 20th Century.

This book, Karsh Portraits, in the Learning Resource Centre showcases some of his most famous portraits.

For those that are interested in seeing some work by Karsh first hand take a stroll through the lobby and halls of the Chateau Laurier in downtown Ottawa and you will see many original Karsh prints.

Karsh lived and had his studio at the hotel for many years, the portrait of Winston Churchill was taken at the spot were the print now hangs.

Web | karsh.org

Silver Meditations

Do you like manipulating photos, do you consider yourself to be more of a Pictorialist, if so check out this book from the Learning Resource Centre, Jerry Uelsmann's Silver Meditations.

Uelsmann's career focused on darkroom manipulation his images are beautifully surreal.

Web | jerryuelsmann.net

2009 Bridgestone Contest

We have been invited once again to compete in the Bridgestone Photo Contest details of the contest will be discussed in class.

This year the prizes are cash and cameras so start thinking of ideas that fit within the contest theme. This year the theme is Bridgestone's commitment to community, to the environment, and to safety.

Thanks again to Bridgestone for including us in their 8th annual addition of this contest.

Alumni in the Francophone Games

Genevieve Thauvette a recent graduate of the Photography Program is featured in the Ottawa Citizen today in the ARTS & LIFE section.

Her images have been selected to compete in the Culture competition at the Francophone Games this year in Beirut.

Definitely check out her website she is one of the most interesting artist working in Ottawa.

Your New Student Reps 2009-2010

Say hello to your Student Reps for 2009-2010:

Student Reps 2nd Year:
Megan Bird and Keith Peckover

Student Reps 1st Year:
Brittany McElroy and Derek Hille

Lomo - DSLR Adapter

Lomo has released a Diana Adapter for DSLRs that is very cool.

For those interested and not in the know about this camera's legacy check out this Diana site for specs and this Diana website for images, links and more.

To buy one online check out the official Lomo Shop and just for fun read the Timeline Section.

Costume Rental - Ottawa Little Theatre

For those that are looking for costumes one of the best places in town is the Ottawa Little Theatre. They have a large selection of period costumes that will not empty your budget.

It is best to call the Theatre's Rental Department to let them know what you want and to setup an appointment.

Ottawa Little Theatre | Web
Phone: 613-233-8948 ex 227

Call to Artists: Community Galleries Selection 2009

The City of Ottawa is accepting applications from local artist who want to show their work in the City of Ottawa Community Galleries.

The application process is open to anyone residing within a 150km radius of Ottawa.

The purpose of the Community Galleries:

• To provide exhibition space free of charge to local and regional artists, increasing opportunities for both emerging and established artists to exhibit quality works of art in public spaces
• To provide access and exposure to the arts for the residents of Ottawa
• To enhance public awareness and to promote the visual arts in the City of Ottawa

More Info from the City of Ottawa.
The Application Form.

Algonquin Study Skills Workshop

The Counsellings Services at Algonquin College is offering a free Study Skills Workshop with a focus on:

- Time Management
- Concentration
- Effective Memory
- Test Preparation

Date: Saturday September 26, 2009
Time: 10AM - 12PM
Location: C346

For more info visit their website: www.algonquincollege.com/studentsupportservices/counselling

trash: revisited

This Friday two of our Alumni Rebecca Leach and Rémi Thériault will be showing work in the group show trash: revisited.

All proceeds of this silent auction will go to Rogers House the events kicks off at 7PM at 301 Bank St. downtown Ottawa.