On May 20, 2025, Lancaster Photography Association is having a Travel Competition for our members.

The deadline for entry is May 13, 2025 at 11:59 p.m., so make sure you enter before then! ENTER HERE

You may enter up to three images for the $5.00 entry fee.

Entering our competitions is a great way for members to learn more about their photography. Each image gets a short critique from the judge, so you can learn a lot by listening to what they have to say. 

Our judge will be Stan Bormann, who has a lot of experience with the PSA Travel Division and will be able to give us some great feedback on our images!

Travel is a reality-based class, so you need to make sure to follow the rules as given below regarding the images.

TRAVEL - A Photo Travel image expresses the characteristic or distinctive physical features or distinctive culture of a country, region or continent as they are found naturally. There are no geographic limitations. Images from events or activities arranged specifically for photography or of subjects directed or hired for photography are not appropriate. Close up pictures of people or objects must include features that provide information about the surrounding environment. Time exposures are allowed if they do not dominate the image as a special effect (no star trails, etc). 

Note: An image taken just while traveling may or may not fit this definition. The primary elements of the image must be characteristic with respect to features or culture.

Alterations: As with all reality-based divisions (Nature, Photo Travel and Photojournalism), techniques that add, relocate, replace or remove any element of the original image, except by cropping, are not permitted. The only allowable modifications are the removal of dust, scratches, or digital noise, restoration of the existing appearance of the original scene, sharpening that is not obvious, and complete conversion to grayscale monochrome. Other drivations, including infrared, are not eligible. All allowed adjustments must appear natural. 

Note: Restoration of the appearance of the original scene may include techniques such as HDR, focus stacking and dodging/burning provided they do not alter the contents of the original scene and the result looks natural.

Borders: Borders are optional, but must be 3 or 4 pixels in width and must be white or a shade of gray.

Zoom Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85498607447?pwd=KBNfxOmtjhypMYzPbekUR6YEgd2LD4.1

Date: Tuesday, May 27, 2025 from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Location: Antelope Valley Senior Center

Spring is in full bloom - and so is your next photo opportunity! 

Join Lancaster Photography Association for a vibrant and inspiring Flower Photography Workshop on Tuesday, May 27, 2025 from 6-8 p.m. Whether you are a beginner or a seasoned shutterbug, this hands-on session, led by Kathy Newman, will elevate your floral photography with tips on creativity, composition, lighting, and post-processing techniques that make petals pop! 

Bring your camera, macro or zoom lens, tripod (optional, but helpful for low light), and constant light or speedlight (if available). We will have some lighting available there.

Stations will be set up around the room with backdrops, so be ready to dive into the world of flower photography!

Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81147975631?pwd=NbDqyUaBmWNyxixTbJGmMcjAC4UpHa.1