THIS WEEK IN PHOTOGRAPHY 2009-10-01
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THIS WEEKS WORKSHOPS at CAMERAS BROOKWOOD

Every customer is requested to go to this site at least once. If it is of no value to you, so be it. But at least know it is available. Bright, shiny, glitzy www.cbPhotoStore.com is our online merchandise store. It is a complement to the existing blah, but hopefully useful, www.camerasbrookwood.com. Intuitive navigation links seamlessly connect these sites.

Our existing staid site supports our non-merchandise functions. All of our brochures are accessible online; our workshop descriptions and schedule, our Newsletter archive; who, where and what we are are all available at camerasbrookwood.com.

Our merchandise offering is better suited to the cbPhotoStore format. It allows you to check specifications, compare products, and check (hopefully correct) prices at your convenience. We did not implement online ordering because it requires payment up front by Paypal and it is against store policy to charge a customer before product is shipped. As always, you may call in an order.

Our other existing site, cbPhotoLab.com will be improved and integrated into our suite of sites by this time next week and next week's newsletter will address its expanded capabilities. (The cbPhotoLab.com links are not yet final. You may be directed to the old site until Friday noon.)

Our web sites are "www.camerasbrookwood.com ", "www.cbPhotoStore.com ", and "www.cbPhotoLab.com ". They all link together but each one has its own personality and purpose. We hope you will visit each site at least once and make judgment if it is value added for you. Feedback, good and bad,is appreciated.
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PHOTO EXHIBITIONS
Nashville: "Twilight Visions: Surrealism, Photography, and Paris" includes photography by Kertez, Man Ray, Ilse Bing, Brassai and others. The show "offers a unique perspective on Surrealism by examining the intersection of documentary photography, manipulated photography and film". On display through January 23rd, 2010 at the Frist Center in Nashville. http:/ www.fristcenter.org.

Continuing ....
..."PhotoScapes", nature photography by Sarah Johnston at the Botanical Gardens Art Gallery through October 1st. http://www.bbgardens.org
... "Positive Energy" featuring photographs of the Mississippi Delta by Marygray Hunter at the Litebox Gallery through October 24th.
... photography by Lee Gravlee at Little Savannah on Clairmont through October 24th. http://www.littlesavannah.com
... Atlanta: "Black Line of Woods", by Minneapolis photographer Alec Soth at the High Museum through January 3rd. http://www.high.org
... Columbus: "Now and Then: Snapshots of the South",historic photos by A.S. Williams and contemporary images by Jerry Siegle. At the Columbus Museum in Columbus, Georgia through January 31. http://www.columbusmuseum.com

... New Orleans: "The Art of Caring" by world famous photographers through October 11th, New Orleans Museum of Art. http://www.noma.org
A note from Birmingham Photographer Kim Riegel: " I always scope out art exhibits wherever I'm traveling. I was in NOLA last week and saw "The Art of Caring" show--very good and worth the trip. They had it categorized into 7 sections of "life"--things like health and wellness, family, love, etc. There were a number of famous images and a lot of well-known photographers represented, as well as emerging artists. It was a superb exhibit. "
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NEW PRODUCT
The perfect travel camera bag? How about a wheeled bag (with inline ballbearing wheels)- locking recessed telescoping handle- fits in overhead bins- holds your 14 inch computer (fully padded)- removable tripod straps with catch pocket- movable dividers- $100 less than comparable models- more..

The Pelican "RSV Wheeled Upright Camera/Computer Case" was designed to sell at $286 in the European market. Unfortunately for Pelican, the name "Pelican" is not available to them in Europe. So... the perfect camera bag is available at CAMERAS BROOKWOOD for $189 PEL168.

More? nylon storm cover, organizer pockets, self repairing nylon coil zippers, gussetted PVC lined inside mesh pockets, water resistant ballistic nylon, protective molded corners.
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REBATE
http://www.camerasbrookwood.com/BrochurePage/FLYER_ManfrottoRebate.pdf .

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PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT
OpTech lets you be prepared for the unexpected with the 18 inch rainproof "Rainsleeve". Camera and lens control are easily visible and operable through the rainsleeve. The drawstring lens opening offers easy access and a snug fit and is designed for handheld and tripod use. The "Rainsleeve" is the greatest value in phtotography- $6.95 gets you two rainsleeves.
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ORDER PRINTS ONLINE
FREE SHIPPING for orders using cbPhotoLab.com . Reference #NL1002. Order through our Dropbox at http://www.cbPhotoLab.com (Change is coming!)
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FOR SALE BY OWNER
Used equipment to sell? reply to any newsletter with the sale information. It will run once in the Newsletter and stay in our listing for 30 days. The complete listing is at http://www.camerasbrookwood.com/EmailPage/Newsletter_UsedEquipment.html

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WANTED TO BUY
Kodak Carousel Projector in good working order in the $40-$50 price range. Call Tom Powell, 870-4058.
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MELISSA'S COLORING CONTEST
All entries are in and prizes are being awarded! A total of 11 talented artists, between the ages of 2 and 6, entered the contest. Everyone did a great job and will receive a "Creative Certificate of Accomplishment" plus a baby penguin. Congratulations winners!
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SAS PHOTOGRAPHY CLASS FIELD TRIP
Ken and DJ Boyd's "Samford After Sundown" photo class came on a field trip to meet with Steve in our studio. Their "Black and White Digital Photography" class explores concepts of highlights and shadows, contrast and tonal range, and digital techniques. Steve gave a presentation on inkjet printing and paper selection issues. For more information about this class, goto http://www.samford.edu/sundown.
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MEETINGS
Shades Valley Camera Club tonight (Thursday) at 7:00 in the Homewood Library. Everyone is welcome.
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NEWSLETTER SPECIALS
Our new Pelican wheeled case- $149, one week only, one to a customer, Newsletter offer only.

Repair estimates are always free- call us at 205 822-2106
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LAUGH with Ron Bowen
I went to buy some camouflage trousers but I couldn't find any.
No? How about..
A jumper cable walks into a bar. The bartender says, "I'll serve you but don't start anything."
Ok, then how about...
Two antennas met on a roof, fell in love, got married. The ceremony wasn't much, but the reception was excellent.
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