BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-// - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://valeriehoffmanphotography.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20200308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20201101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20210314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20211107T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20220313T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20221106T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260314T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260314T130000 DTSTAMP:20260425T125618 CREATED:20260310T012415Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260310T204705Z UID:13119-1773482400-1773493200@valeriehoffmanphotography.com SUMMARY:Postponed! New date TBD-Creative Photography at Red Horse Motoring Club DESCRIPTION:Join me for a fun few hours photographing at a brand new location! \nThe Red Horse Motoring Club is a facility that was originally a Chrysler Dodge dealership that opened in 1922. Now remodeled into our private car club\, you and your guests will be surrounded by classic cars\, motorcycles and a legendary collection of vintage gas pumps\, advertisement signs and dealership neons. (from their website) \nWe’ll have private access to photograph in this super-cool club. \nEmphasis will be on creative composition\, photographing using HDR to deal with the high dynamic range of light\, creative reflections\, close up details and more! \nRopes will be removed while we are there photographing. These images were from a very quick scouting visit. \nPottstown\, PA area. Address will be given upon registration URL:https://valeriehoffmanphotography.com/trek/creative-photography-at-red-horse-motoring-club/ CATEGORIES:Photo Walk ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://valeriehoffmanphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/B2285845-HDR.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250815T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250815T213000 DTSTAMP:20260425T125618 CREATED:20250611T233024Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250619T014511Z UID:8189-1755282600-1755293400@valeriehoffmanphotography.com SUMMARY:SOLD OUT!!! Shooting Sports Like A Pro With The Reading Fightin' Phils DESCRIPTION:This event has sold out. Please use the contact form to let me know if interested if a spot becomes open\, or if I add a second date. If there is enough interest\, I will do my best to add another date. \nWhat better way to enjoy a summer evening than spending an evening at a baseball game? And for the photo enthusiast\, what better way to enjoy the game than capturing the action like the pros in the press area! We will have special access during the entire game to shoot in the press areas along the first and third base dugouts. We will also be able to shoot from a variety of locations throughout the stadium. Instruction will be given prior to the event during a pre-trek Zoom class\, and throughout to help you capture the action with whatever gear\, and whatever level of photographic knowledge you have. \nAnd\, as an added bonus\, there will be a spectacular fireworks display after the game that we will photograph from a great location. Don’t miss this fun and fantastic opportunity to capture baseball images like a pro! \nRegistration fee includes pre-trek zoom class\, admission to stadium\, press passes\, instruction throughout the evening and fireworks show! Also included is a post-trek image review. \nLocation: First Energy Stadium\, 1900 Centre Ave\, Reading\, PA 19601 URL:https://valeriehoffmanphotography.com/trek/shooting-sports-like-a-pro-with-the-reading-fightin-phils-2/ CATEGORIES:Photo Walk,Trek ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://valeriehoffmanphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/P8021262.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250809T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250809T123000 DTSTAMP:20260425T125618 CREATED:20250716T014542Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250716T210119Z UID:12632-1754733600-1754742600@valeriehoffmanphotography.com SUMMARY:Sunflower Photo Walk_ Second Mountain Sunflowers DESCRIPTION:Join us as we explore the beautiful sunflower fields at Second Mountain Sunflowers.\nInstruction will be given on composing more creatively\, how aperture and depth of field affect the impact of the image\, how different focal lengths also provide more impactful images. For those interested\, we will work on shooting some macro images\, focusing on the tiny insects and bees that can be found amongst the flowers. No special camera gear is needed. Come with what you have and learn to use it more creatively. \nLocation: Orwigsburg \nSecond Mountain rotates fields for their sunflowers. And exact location will be shared closer to the event. \nAdmission to gardens is $10 and is not included in registration URL:https://valeriehoffmanphotography.com/trek/sunflower-photo-walk_-second-mountain-sunflowers/ CATEGORIES:Photo Walk ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://valeriehoffmanphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/P7220750.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250802T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250802T113000 DTSTAMP:20260425T125618 CREATED:20250716T011306Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250716T210037Z UID:12582-1754125200-1754134200@valeriehoffmanphotography.com SUMMARY:Sunflower Photography Photo Walk_September Farm DESCRIPTION:Join us as we explore the beautiful sunflower fields at September Farm. Instruction will be given on composing more creatively\, how aperture and depth of field affect the impact of the image\, how different focal lengths also provide more impactful images. For those interested\, we will work on shooting some macro images\, focusing on the tiny insects and bees that can be found amongst the flowers. No special camera gear is needed. Come with what you have and learn to use it more creatively. \nSeptember Farm Cheese is located at 5287 Horseshoe Pike\, Honey Brook\, PA 19344 URL:https://valeriehoffmanphotography.com/trek/sunflower-photography-photo-walk_september-farm/ CATEGORIES:Photo Walk ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://valeriehoffmanphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/P7220750.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250725T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250725T213000 DTSTAMP:20260425T125618 CREATED:20250707T180044Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250725T190009Z UID:10384-1753468200-1753479000@valeriehoffmanphotography.com SUMMARY:Photo Walk at the Kimberton Fair DESCRIPTION:  \nJoin us for an evening of summer fun at the Kimberton Fair\, in Kimberton\, PA (near Phoenixville). \nAs the sun goes down\, the amusement ride lights will begin to glow – and that’s when the photographic fun begins! You will learn the art of nightscape photography using the “blue hour” as a beautiful backdrop for the amusement rides and vendor stands. Then\, as we begin using longer exposures\, you will see a kaleidoscope of shapes and patterns appear before your eyes! We will move around the grounds capturing the amazing play of light till it is time for the fireworks display- at which time we will be already set up in the best spot to now add the fireworks to our amusement ride light painting fun. \nThis photo walk is for beginners as well as more advanced enthusiasts. We will teach you the settings and techniques you need to capture amazing images! A DSLR or mirrorless camera with a wide angle zoom lens\, sturdy tripod\, cable release\, and a small flash light are all you’ll need! \nThe is a weather-permitting event. In case of inclement weather\, we will move the workshop to the following evening\, Saturday July 26th\, same time. (Note: the event planners have the final say on when fireworks will be shot off.) \nMore details will be given prior to the event via email. We will also have a pre-event zoom session to go through some shooting details on composition\, exposure\, technique\, etc to help you get ready for the event. Join us for a fun night of creative photography! \nPlease Note: amusement rides vary from year to year. We may not have the same rides as pictured below. \nRegister using CASH app or VENMO and save $5! Simply email me at: Valerie@ValerieHoffmanPhotography.com (or use website contact form\, and I’ll send you the info!) URL:https://valeriehoffmanphotography.com/trek/fun-photo-walk-at-the-kimberton-fair/ CATEGORIES:Photo Walk ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://valeriehoffmanphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/IMG_2317.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250715T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250715T170000 DTSTAMP:20260425T125618 CREATED:20250716T020050Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250716T020121Z UID:12606-1752566400-1752598800@valeriehoffmanphotography.com SUMMARY:Photo Walk_ Second Mountain Sunflowers DESCRIPTION:Join us as we explore the beautiful sunflower fields at Second Mountain Sunflowers! \nInstruction will be given on composing more creatively\, how aperture and depth of field affect the impact of the image\, how different focal lengths also provide more impactful images. For those interested\, we will work on shooting some macro images\, focusing on the tiny insects and bees that can be found amongst the flowers. No special camera gear is needed. Come with what you have and learn to use it more creatively. \nLocation: Orwigsburg \nSecond Mountain rotates fields for their sunflowers. And exact location will be shared closer to the event. \nAdmission to gardens is $10 and is not included in registration URL:https://valeriehoffmanphotography.com/trek/photo-walk_-second-mountain-sunflowers/ CATEGORIES:Photo Walk ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://valeriehoffmanphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/P7280305-2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250621T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250621T130000 DTSTAMP:20260425T125618 CREATED:20250516T155701Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250519T192509Z UID:12279-1750500000-1750510800@valeriehoffmanphotography.com SUMMARY:Photo Walk @ PHS Meadowbrook Farm NEW DATE! DESCRIPTION:PHS Meadowbrook Farm is home to a variety of unique and unusual plants and flowers from around the world. \nTake in the calming water features and experience the sweeping colors of fresh seasonal flowers. Walk the estate and see an eclectic mix of vibrant plants including tropicals\, cacti and other foliage. Explore the whimsical\, statuesque trees featuring cloud and espalier pruning throughout the property. Sit on benches in various garden locations to take in their serene beauty\, see the sights and hear the sounds of the hummingbirds\, chipmunks\, frogs\, and other wildlife that visit Meadowbrook Farm. \nWe will enjoy a photo walk among all areas of the beautiful gardens. Instruction will be given on a variety of techniques to capture creative scenes and close up details of flowers\, plants and insects. Join me in exploring this lesser known but beautiful garden in the greater Philadelphia region. \nFee includes instruction throughout our visit to the gardens. We will meet there at 10am sharp. \nLocation: 1633 Washington Lane  \n\nMeadowbrook\, PA 19046-1132 URL:https://valeriehoffmanphotography.com/trek/photo-walk-phs-meadowbrook-farm/ CATEGORIES:Photo Walk,Photography Lesson ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://valeriehoffmanphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/featured.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250607 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250608 DTSTAMP:20260425T125618 CREATED:20250412T231052Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250516T155847Z UID:12010-1749254400-1749340799@valeriehoffmanphotography.com SUMMARY:Birds and Bugs Photo Walk - Full Day of Photography At the Jersey Shore DESCRIPTION:For those who love bird photography\, there are few places on the east coast that provide more opportunities to photograph a large variety of species with so little effort. The Rookery at the Ocean City Welcome Center is a fantastic spot for photographing birds in flight\, nesting birds\, and possibly some babies\, too! Species normally found there include great egrets\, black-crowned night herons\, glossy ibis\, white ibis and more. \nWe will begin early in the morning at the rookery\, and spend several hours photographing the birds from a variety of vantage points. When the group has had their fill\, we will take a break and grab a bite to eat. After that\, we will head to a local garden to photograph insects! \nThis will be a full day of fun and photography for all levels of photographers. We can work with whatever gear you have\, but to best capture the birds up close\, a minimum of 300mm lens is suggested. Telephoto lenses that extend to 400 or 600mm are ideal. If you do not have a long telephoto lens\, there are a variety of places that rent them for the day or weekend. More details will be given a few weeks prior to the event. A wide angle to mid-range lens would also work well for closer wildlife at the zoo. \nFull details will be given several weeks prior to the event. This will include lodging suggestions for those that may be traveling from several hours away. If interested in staying overnight\, you should secure a hotel as soon as possible \nA pre-trek class will take place via Zoom prior to the event to go through all the details for the day. We will review images of what you can expect to see and shoot\, and instruction on all techniques to use throughout the day. Participants should be comfortable with their camera and how to change settings such as aperture\, shutter speeds\, ISO\, focus points\, etc. \nFeedback and instruction on how to best capture birds in flight\, and the macro world of insect photography will be given throughout the entirety of the day. \nWorkshop fee includes an image review following the workshop. Participants will share up to 3 images which we will review together. You will receive helpful feedback on your images\, including suggestions you could make to improve the image\, as well as editing tips to help bring out the best in your images. Registration fee also includes admission to our private Facebook group\, where you will become part of a friendly and fun community of photo enthusiasts\, be able to share images from the day\, and interact with not only other participants from this workshop\, but those who have participated in past workshops\, as well. It is a fantastic way to stay in touch and continue the learning long beyond the event itself. \nEvent is weather-permitting. In case of rain\, we will reschedule to the following day\, Sunday June 6th or a later date. Same time \nTransportation to Ocean City\, meals and lodging are not included. We will carpool as we travel throughout the day. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n  \n  URL:https://valeriehoffmanphotography.com/trek/birds-bugs-full-day-of-photography-at-the-jersey-shore/ LOCATION:Ocean City Welcome Center\, 300 W 9th St\, Ocean City\, PA\, 08226\, United States CATEGORIES:Photo Walk,Photography Lesson,Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://valeriehoffmanphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/P6240476.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250530T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250530T190000 DTSTAMP:20260425T125618 CREATED:20250516T152038Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250516T152151Z UID:10424-1748620800-1748631600@valeriehoffmanphotography.com SUMMARY:Creative Flower Photography at Chanticleer Gardens DESCRIPTION:Within 30 minutes of Philadelphia\, Chanticleer is one of the great gardens of the region. Chanticleer has been called the most romantic\, imaginative\, and exciting public garden in America. The garden is a study of textures and forms\, where foliage trumps flowers\, and even the drinking fountains are sculptural. The Chanticleer Foundation owns 47 acres\, 35 of which are open to the public. \n\n\n\nJoin us as we spend the late afternoon/early evening hours exploring the gardens and making beautiful images in new and creative ways. We will work with a variety of lenses and focal lengths to fully explore how to capture the grand landscape as well as the intricate details of the smaller scenes of the gardens. Bring whatever lenses you have and learn how to use them to their fullest creative capability. \nDemonstrations will be given on how to best compose your images for the greatest visual impact. Instruction will also be given on how to work with fill flash\, reflectors and diffusers to creatively control the light. We will also discuss the use of filters to enhance and saturate colors\, in-camera multiple exposures\, intentional camera movement\, and a few other creative techniques along the way. There will also be plenty of instruction on which aperture and shutter speed combinations to use to best convey the mood of the scene. Join us for this fun and informative Photo Walk in one of the areas premier gardens! \nA lens hood and circular polarizer are highly recommended for each lens\, as well as a tripod\, cable release and plenty of memory cards. Workshop is for beginners as well as more advanced enthusiasts. Specific details will be emailed upon registration. \n\n\n\nA minimum number of participants is needed to run this workshop. A detailed email will be sent out prior to the workshop to help you prepare. A pre-trek class via Zoom to go over details and shooting tips and techniques will also be held prior to the event. The Zoom class will tentatively be held Tuesday May 27th\, from 7 to approximately 8pm. The class will be recorded and available to those who are unable to make that time-but being there live is highly encouraged. \n\n\n\nFee includes the class and all instruction during the event\, as well as admission to a private Facebook group where you will be able to get ongoing support for your photographic learning\, as part of a great community of photo enthusiasts! \nPlease Note: Admission to garden is not included in workshop cost\, as some people may be\, or choose to become garden members. For more info about Chanticleer\, visit their website: https://chanticleergarden.org \nThis is not a lesson on how to you use your individual camera. Participants should be comfortable with basic camera settings prior to the workshop. Feel free to contact me if you have any questions. \n\n\n\nChanticleer is located at 786 Church Rd\, Wayne\, PA 19087 URL:https://valeriehoffmanphotography.com/trek/creative-flower-photography-at-chanticleer-gardens/ CATEGORIES:Photo Walk,Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://valeriehoffmanphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/674A8653.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240420T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240420T123000 DTSTAMP:20260425T125618 CREATED:20240206T180025Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240206T180605Z UID:11147-1713603600-1713616200@valeriehoffmanphotography.com SUMMARY:Spring Beauty @ Hershey Gardens Photo Trek DESCRIPTION:Hershey Gardens is one of those “off the radar” places for many photographers\, but that’s certainly not for lack of beauty and photographic opportunities. Visiting during many different seasons\, there is always a quiet beauty that awaits your wandering. \nI absolutely love photographing in the spring\, and Hershey offers a ton of gorgeous plantings-including rows and rows of tulips\, that are perfect for quite a few hours of photography. The focus of this workshop will been on capturing the delicate beauty of the flowers. This is most easily done with a macro lens\, but can certainly be accomplished with other lenses\, as well. Hands-on instruction will be given on how to create stunning flower portraits\, focusing in on the soft and unique details of each flower. \nThere will also be plenty of opportunities to make amazing images of larger plantings and scenes as we wander pathways lined with beautiful bushes and trees in bloom. An added bonus will be to spend some time in the butterfly house\, capturing the delicate beauty of a variety of these lovely creatures. \nOf course\, another added bonus is the close proximity to Chocolate World-which for you chocolate lovers\, is right across the street! 😁 \nIf you are looking to learn macro photography\, or improve your current skill level\, then this workshop is for you! This is also for anyone looking for new opportunities to capture beautiful scenes in a very scenic environment. Open to all skill levels. Minimal gear required. We can work with whatever gear you have. A detailed list of suggested gear-such as a sturdy tripod that can go low to the ground\, circular polarizers and lens hoods for each lens\, and close up accessories if you do not have a macro lens are recommended. \nA pre-trek class will be held about a week prior to the workshop via Zoom to go through all the details of the trip\, and lots of shooting tips and techniques to get you ready. We will then meet at the gardens by opening time\, ready to roll! After the event\, there will be an image review\, also via Zoom\, where we will discuss tips to improve your images. Join us for this unique learning opportunity during the beauty of spring. \nParticipants kept to a small amount to allow for more one on one instruction. Don’t wait to register! A minimum number of participants is required to run the event. \nWorkshop will take place during a light rain. If severe weather is forecast\, we will reschedule to the following Saturday URL:https://valeriehoffmanphotography.com/trek/spring-beauty-hershey-gardens-photo-trek/ CATEGORIES:Photo Walk,Trek ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://valeriehoffmanphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/674A0791.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20221105 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20221106 DTSTAMP:20260425T125618 CREATED:20210902T024045Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220715T173615Z UID:6899-1667606400-1667692799@valeriehoffmanphotography.com SUMMARY:Flemings Pumpkin Run Full day of Photo Fun!!! DESCRIPTION:Nestled on the edge of the Pine Barrens in New Jersey\, is an awesome junk yard full of vintage automobiles\, memorabilia\, an old diner\, dinosaurs and more! Sadly\, Flemings has been closed to photographers and workshops due to past destruction of property. I had the privilege of spending a few hours touring the place while in the area-and immediately fell in love with the rows and rows and acres and acres of rusty\, abandoned – yet very photogenic things. \n\n\n\nThankfully\, Flemings puts on a wonderful event that grows year after year-and this is our opportunity to to wander the place and photograph all this salvage yard holds. The Flemings Pumpkin Run is an all day event\, running from 8-4pm. Harry Fleming\, the owner\, describes the event as “a gathering of enthusiasts from all aspects of mechanical machinery. The vehicles range from\, but not limited to\, Antiques\, Classics\, Street Rods\, Lead Sleds\, Rat Rods\, Muscle cars\, Motorcycles\, Military\, and Vintage Race cars. Hit & Miss Engines\, Steam and Gas powered tractors\, Farm Equipment\, and Semis can be seen. Other attractions include a restored diner & sawmill\, replica gas & train station\, along with two vintage race car museums.” Sounds like an awesome event to me! \n\n\n\nSetting this up as a Photo Walk\, which means that I will be photographing as well as assisting participants as we wander the grounds in search of creative images. A presentation will be given via Zoom prior to the event to give a brief tour of the salvage yard and what you can expect. We will discuss gear choice\, and creative composition\, exposure settings and more! You can wander around as part of the group\, or move about on your own\, and meet up with the group throughout the day. Vendors will be there to keep us nourished\, although\, the lines can be quite long. \n\n\n\n\n\nTransportation\, lodging\, food and entrance fee of approximately $10 not included in photo walk price \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  URL:https://valeriehoffmanphotography.com/trek/flemings-pumpkin-run-photo-trek/ CATEGORIES:Photo Walk ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://valeriehoffmanphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/P9121114.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220205T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220205T133000 DTSTAMP:20260425T125618 CREATED:20220122T001554Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220127T002855Z UID:7402-1644053400-1644067800@valeriehoffmanphotography.com SUMMARY:Boyertown Museum of Historic Vehicles DESCRIPTION:The Boyertown Museum of Historic Vehicles houses dozens of automobiles\, trucks\, and motorcycles that were manufactured right here in Pennsylvania while the industry was still in its infancy. Prior to that time\, the region produced multitudes of horse-drawn vehicles\, of which many examples can be found at the Museum. \nWe’ll take a photographic tour through both the auto museum\, and the recently opened Carriage Museum. \n  \nIf you are looking for a fun way to spend several hours learning to creatively photograph a huge variety of historic cars\, trucks\, bicycles\, carriages\, wagons and more-then this trek is for you! A highlight will be the old Sunoco station and Fegley’s old-time diner. \nYou will learn how to photograph in low light situations\, use fill and bounce flash to supplement the lighting\, and shoot bracketed images that can later be combined into a single High Dynamic Range image. We will also cover how to use a variety of different lenses and techniques to create unique images you will be thrilled to show off and hang on your wall! \n  \nThis trek is for photographers of all skill levels. Hands-on instruction will be given throughout the workshop. A tripod is a necessity. Beyond that\, no special gear is required. Polarizer and lens hoods for each lens used is recommended. You’ll need plenty of space on your memory cards for all the creative images you’ll be capturing! \nThere will be a brief pre-trek class via zoom on February 3rd\, to go over final details and review images of what can be expected and tons of tips to get you started. An email will be sent to participants approximately one week prior to the event with all the details. \nAdmission to the museum is included in the price!  There is a minimum number of participants needed to run this trek. Participants will meet at the museum \nThe Boyertown Museum of Historic Vehicles is located at 85 S Walnut St\, Boyertown\, PA \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n  URL:https://valeriehoffmanphotography.com/trek/boyertown-museum-of-historic-vehicles/ LOCATION:Boyertown Museum of Historic Vehicles CATEGORIES:Photo Walk ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://valeriehoffmanphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/674A4576_5_4_3.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210911T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210911T230000 DTSTAMP:20260425T125618 CREATED:20210817T030127Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210909T162631Z UID:6805-1631383200-1631401200@valeriehoffmanphotography.com SUMMARY:9/11 Tribute In Lights Photo Walk DESCRIPTION:The Tribute in Light is an art installation created in remembrance of the September 11 attacks. It consists of 88 vertical searchlights arranged in two columns of light to represent the Twin Towers. It stands six blocks south of the World Trade Center on top of the Battery Parking Garage in New York City. Tribute in Light began as a temporary commemoration of the attacks in early 2002\, but it became an annual event\, currently produced on September 11 by the Municipal Art Society of New York. \n\n\n\nOn clear nights\, the lights can be seen from over 60 miles (97 km) away\, visible in all of New York City and most of suburban Northern New Jersey and Long Island.  Each year\, about 30 technicians\, electricians\, and stagehands work for about ten days to install the lights. During a testing phase of several days\, observers in Brooklyn\, Staten Island\, New Jersey\, and uptown Manhattan help make sure that the beams are adjusted accurately. The lights shine from dusk to dawn. \n\n\n\nMy first experience of seeing the Tribute lights shining over Manhattan was in 2020. It was awe-inspiring and very moving. Most of us remember where we were when we first heard about the attacks\, and we sat speechless\, glued to the television for days and weeks as rescue efforts took place around the clock. Never forget. What a wonderful way to honor all those who lost their lives and those who worked so hard to rescue them-than to witness the Tribute In Light in person. \n\n\n\nIf you love capturing the beauty of cityscapes at night-or would love to learn\, then join us for this breathtaking photographic event. \n\n\n\nWe will photograph the skyline from several locations in New Jersey. We will likely also visit the Teardrop Memorial-which is also a 9/11 tribute nearby. The group will meet by 6pm to be on location to photograph the New York skyline during the golden hours before during and after sunset. We will continue to shoot through blue hour into dark. Specific details for where we meet and photograph from will be sent to participants after registration. \n\n\n\nInstruction will be shared throughout the event on how to expose for tricky lighting conditions-especially as it gets dark\, when camera meters are no longer able to give accurate exposure readings. Instruction will also be given on composition\, creative long exposures\, and how best to convey such a moving and meaningful scene. Event will be great for beginners as well as more advanced enthusiasts. Participants should come with a decent understanding of their camera gear\, and be comfortable with changing basic settings-especially in darker environments. An informational email\, as well as Zoom meeting will be held prior to the Photo Walk. \n\n\n\nRegistration will be limited and will likely fill fast. Don’t wait to sign up to join us for this inaugural event! URL:https://valeriehoffmanphotography.com/trek/9-11-tribute-in-lights-photo-walk/ CATEGORIES:Photo Walk ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://valeriehoffmanphotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/674A0092.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR