Industry Buzz - 08/30/10

This weeks top 10 in no particular order...

• Kodak shares secrets about film: http://tinyurl.com/2bfxfsj
• Check out the special events happening at Imaging USA 2011: http://tinyurl.com/2dede95
• Nik Software announces it's new HDR EFX Pro: http://tinyurl.com/22pkv6g
• Sony breaks new ground with the a560: http://tinyurl.com/2efoo2l
• A cool, new product to keep your backdrops clean: http://tinyurl.com/28w5tbf
• Canon delivers the world's first APS-H-sized 120 megapixel image sensor: http://tinyurl.com/37m7tq8
• ePHOTOzine's take on Studio vs. Tungsten lighting: http://tinyurl.com/258kw7s
• Nikon talks about creative bracketing: http://tinyurl.com/239j3bn
• History Lesson - Pinhole to Daguerreotype: http://tinyurl.com/dh724h
• PDN critiques photographer's websites - can they be saved? : http://tinyurl.com/2eudrwg

On the Road...

Filmet will be traveling soon, and we want to meet YOU! Take a look at our upcoming schedule:

• Oct. 3-5, 2010: PPA of PA Meeting in State College, PA more info here
  
• Oct. 24-26, 2010: Triangle Fall Convention & Print Competition in Pittsburgh, PA more info here
• Nov. 14-15, 2010: Professional Photographers of Ohio Fall 2-Day Conference & Digital Print Competition in Columbus, OH more info here
• Jan. 16-18, 2011: Imaging USA in San Antonio, TX more info here
  
• Jan. 28-31, 2011: Senior & Youth National Conference (SYNC) in St. Pete Beach, FL more info here
• Feb. 16-24, 2011: WPPI in Las Vegas, NV more info here
  
• March 9-14, 2011: Professional Photographers of Ohio 58th annual Convention, Print Competition and Exhibition in Sandusky, OH more info here
• March 20-25, 2011: Triangle Institute of Professional Photography (TIPP) in Pittsburgh, PA more info here
  

Photographer Spotlight (August) - Derrell Carter

Welcome to our Photographer's Spotlight!

Each month, we will be highlighting a Filmet photographer that goes above and beyond to create memorable images for their clients.

This month's photographer is Derrell Carter of the Carter Collection Photography and Design. Derrell's studio is located in Beaver Falls, PA (about 30 minutes outside of Pittsburgh.) His images are modern and edgy, and his post-production skills are out of this world. Derrell's images have a dream-like blend of photography and graphic design that have launched him to the top of the pack.

Here's what he had to say:

"With over 20 years in the industry I have found that my ability to combine graphic art with photography have propelled me to express my gift in a creative and unique manner. My style is considered to be vibrant and edgy with a touch of urban grunge, and is fueled by high-end fashion photography. God has blessed me to conceptualize an idea into a vision that both my client and I can really love. Photography and graphics in not only my passion, it is my voice."

View the Carter Collection website HERE
View Derrell's Blog HERE
View videos of Derrells shoots on YouTube HERE


Thanks for letting us share, Derrell - we can't wait to see what's coming next!

Industry Buzz - 08/16/10

This weeks top 10 (in no particular order)...

1. David Ziser on why you should show what you don't want to sell: http://tiny.cc/xefhf
2. Magnetic lenses for your cell phone camera: http://tiny.cc/1hlr7
3. A new market for Nik software: http://tiny.cc/ewqwh
4. Adobe Lightroom now supports Facebook: http://tiny.cc/i3395
5. Parts one, two and three on how to avoid memory card data loss.
6. PC World shares insight on monitor calibration: http://tiny.cc/wket1
7. Weekly give-away from Imaging USA: http://tiny.cc/oebuk
8. History Lesson - Dorthea Lange: http://tiny.cc/h2fa4
9. Prof. Photographer Mag talks about new lenses from Nikon: http://tiny.cc/mcogh
10. Yongnuo speedlight testdrive from Strobist: http://tiny.cc/3astg
    

Changes are coming...

Here at Filmet, one of our main goals is to keep you informed and educated about our industry. We will shortly be launching a newsletter that includes industry headlines, a photographer spotlight, upcoming events, product showcases and special Filmet offers!

Do you know a photographer that should be nominated for our spotlight?
Have a favorite product?
Attending an event we should know about?
Heard an interesting news story?

Let us know! (We like to learn from you too!)

What's Coming Up...

Filmet will be attending the 57th Annual Professional Photographers of Ohio Convention, Trade Show, Print Competition and Exhibition!

Come visit us at booths 316/415, ask your questions, see our newest products, and listen to marketing guru Kirk Russell speak about how to increase your sales in 2010!

There are also some great programs being hosted by PPO:
Friday: March 12: 3:00pm - 5:00pm - Harvey Alston - Early Bird
Saturday: March 13: 7:00am - 8:30am - Trisha Crites - Early Bird
Saturday: March 13: 7:00am - 8:30am - Ben Swanger - Early Bird
Saturday: March 13: 8:45am - 11:30am - Nancy Emmerich - Children
Saturday: March 13: 8:45am - 11:30am - Scott and Adina Hayne - Social Networking
Saturday: March 13: 4:30pm - 7:0pm - Jen Hillenga - Seniors
Saturday: March 13: 4:30pm - 7:0pm - Pete and Lillian Wright - Weddings
Sunday: March 14: 7:00am - 8:30am - Lew Everling - Early Bird
Sunday: March 14: 7:00am - 8:30am - Beth Bartter - Early Bird
Sunday: March 14: 8:45am - 11:30am - Andrew Jenkins and Jackie Palmer - Seniors
Sunday: March 14: 8:45am - 11:30am - Gabriel Alonzo - Classic Portraiture
Sunday: March 14: 4:30pm - 7:30pm - JB and DeEtte Sallie - Weddings







Click on the image to print out a coupon for a $15 discount!

Great Opportunity!

Professional photographers in our area have a great opportunity to attend this weekends PPA of PA's seminars and trade show for free!

Here is what's going on:

Tim Priest is just back from speaking at Imaging USA in Nashville and is on the ticket at the Professional Photographers of Ohio Convention in March before traveling to photograph a wedding in Sydney Australia. His unique application of fashion for weddings and high school seniors will certainly set you apart from the competition and give you some great ideas to apply to your own business. Word on the street is that the ladies will really love this guy - whatever that means !

Jeff Gump takes sports photography to a level that most would not have thought possible. Most of us have photographed the occasional baseball or soccer teams but Jeff's system has revolutionized the concept into a very lucrative full time business. You will be amazed at the possibilities of his EXTREME sports photography.

Meeting Schedule
Sunday - February 28, 2010

12:00 PM - 5:30 PM PPA of PA Registration Desk Open
12:00 PM - 5:30 PM TRADE SHOW OPEN
12:30 PM - 2:30 PM TIM PRIEST

2:30 PM - 3:30 PM Soda and Snack Break / Trade Show Door Prize Drawing

3:30 PM - 5:30 PM TIM PRIEST, continues
5:30 PM - 6:00 PM New Member / Guest Q&A

6:00 PM - 9:00 PM Dinner (on your own)
9:00 PM - 11:00 PM Social

Monday - March 01, 2010

9:00 AM - 3:30 PM PPA of PA Registration Desk Open

9:00 AM - 1:30 PM TRADE SHOW OPEN

9:00 AM -11:00 AM JEFF GUMP (Sponsored by Filmet!)
11:00 AM - 1:30 PM Trade Show and Lunch
1:30 PM - 3:30 PM JEFF GUMP, continues

Don't miss this GREAT opportunity to meet Filmet and learn from some of the best!
Contact Gerry Solan to register at gerard@zoominternet.net
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