About NYBZPS

The New York Botanical Zoological Photographic Society was founded in 1953 by a group interested in sharing their love of photography.  Since then, the same spirit of conviviality and mutual interest has shaped the present club.

Today’s membership includes photographers whose experience range from beginner to professional, with an equally diverse assortment of photographic interests. Members work in color, black & white and digital manipulation, and create images of wildlife, scenic, nature, abstracts and more.

The NYBZPS offers opportunities for photographers to improve their skills, share ideas and show their work. In addition to presentations by great photographers (like Lou Jones, Jon Ortner and Joe LeFevre), we offer instructional presentations, workshops and monthly digital competitions. Here members get feedback on their work from a judge from outside of the club. Additional activities include exhibits and field trips.

JOIN US – and share your interest in photography in a friendly and supportive atmosphere!

* The Club meets twice a month on Saturday mornings from September – June at the Fordham Preparatory School (Room 243) on the Fordham University Campus, Bronx, New York.  Visitors are always welcomed.

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Schedule

2011-2012 Season

Here are the dates for our 58th season which will start in early September 2011. We’ll post more details as they become available.

Sept. 10, 2011 9:45 AM — Shiv Verma

We’re thrilled to announce that Shiv Verma will be our opening day presenter on September 10th. Shiv will be giving a presentation on macro photography. Shiv is a photographer and  educator and has been Chairman of the Nature Division, PSA (Photographic Society of America);  Vice President of the Digital Circuit NECCC (New England Camera Club Council) and been on the boards of many other photo clubs .For more information on Shiv and to see some of his great photos, please check out his Web site – http://www.shivverma.com/. Join us at 9:45am. Admission is free. Light refreshments will follow afterwards.

Sept. 24, 2011 9:30 AM — Competition #1 Digital, Theme: Beaches Judge: Roz Rosenblum.

Our first competition of the season. You’ll want to read the new rules before submitting. If you’re competing in our competitions please upload your photos by Monday, September 19th at midnight. There are new instructions for uploading as well.

October 1, 2011 9:30 AM — Competition #2 plus Altered Reality, Theme: Grafitti Judge: Ann Harper.

Our second competition of the season.  If you’re competing in our digital competitions please upload your photos by Wednesday, September 28th. Please note that in addition to our regular digital competitions, the theme competition and our black-and-white competition, we’ll be holding the first of five Altered Reality competitions. And, afterwards, join Conrad Tinney as he leads the NYBZPS sponsored Scott Kelby Photo Walk through the Botanical Gardens. Sign up here for the walk:http://worldwidephotowalk.com/walk/new-york-ny-united-states-new-york-botanical-gardens/

January 21st Meeting Cancelled Due to Weather

SORRY!
The weather reports are persistent that it will begin snowing in the early morning tomorrow and continue for most of the day. Accumulations can be as much as 5-6″ and more. Although I was sooooo looking forward to Enid’s presentation, we have no choice but to cancel.
Our next meeting will be Competition #6 on February 4th.
Enjoy the weekend. Get out there and shoot and make the most of it!

January 21st – Enid Alvarez!

Join us on January 21st at 9:30 AM for a presentation by Enid Alvarez, an accomplished photographer who has worked for the New York Daily News and photographs a wide variety of subjects including child photography, portraits, weddings, nature, travel, events, and of course, news.

Sad News

It is with a heavy heart that we announce the passing of a former member, Doris Stumacher, on Wednesday, December 28th. Some of you may recall that Doris used to come to meetings with her friend, Teena Miller. The family will be sitting Shiva on Monday afternoon, January 2nd. Our heartfelt condolences go out to Doris’ family and loved ones.