Southern Oregon Photographic Association.
The gathering place for Rogue Valley amateur photographers since 1961. Meetings are open to the public and all skill levels are invited. All that is needed to join is an interest in photography. We have Black & White and Color Print Divisions as well as a Projected Image Division ( Digital Images). Digital photography is active and growing. There is a place for any photographer here.
SOPA meets Tuesday, May 5, 2009 at 7.00pm at Medford Congregational Church, 1801 E Jackson St Medford.
Guest speaker will be Dennis J Dunleavy Ph.D. Associate Professor of Photojournalism, Department of Communication, Southern Oregon University.
The meeting is open to the public. There is plenty of free parking behind the church. There will be refreshments served after the program, which is expected to run from 30 to 45 minutes.
Bring along your photographs or submit some digital images for judging. New members welcome.
END-OF-YEAR BANQUET AT TWIN CREEKS
The Twin Creeks Banquet for End-Of-Year awards in print and projected images will be held on June 2, 2009. The banquet cost is $17.50 and includes selections of courses, dessert, and gratuity. Payment should be at the May SOPA meeting on May 5th, if possible. Sean Bagshaw, an outstanding photographer of Southern Oregon will be the judge.
SOPA presents "All things Photographic"
Saturday May 23, 2009 at 9.00am to 3.00pm at Medford Congregational Church, 1801 E Jackson St Medford.
Hundreds of Original Medford and Rogue Valley Pictures taken by professional photographer
Kenn Knackstedt
Active from 1945 to 1989. Thousands of images of Medford area life and activities for 44 years. Longtime Medford resident Ken Kantor now owns the Knackstedt photos which will be on display and for sale.
- Rich Morgan (A-Z Cameras) will be on hand to do free appraisals on photo gear. He also buys quality cameras in good condition.
- Several local collectors will be on hand to buy sell and collect camera gear.
- Long-time SOPA member, Roger Johnson, is selling many of his prize winning images at very reasonable prices.
- Tables are available ($25.00 per table) for anyone interested in participating.
- Free admission and free parking
For more information Phone( 541) 772-7693
