Member Bios
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Chuck Carstensen
A Kodak Baby Brownie Special with 127 film was my first camera. It did not take long to get passionate about photography. My parents supported building a simple wet darkroom in the the basement. It was truly magic developing the film and making prints. Experience includes intern photographer at the Pueblo, Colorado Chieftain and Star Journal Newspaper. Camera of that period was a 4x5 Speed Graphic. I joined the U. S. Navy and graduated from the Naval Photography School in Pensacola, Florida. I am a private pilot now retired from 35+ years independent aircraft accident adjusting and investigation as a business owner. My career always strongly involved photography.
Lou McLove
I am currently involved with two local camera clubs. One, TOPICS Camera Club, is a long term member of PSA and competes regularly in PSA interclub competitions. I have had a long time interest in photography having started out with color slides ages ago. I began exploring with digital photography about 8 or 9 years ago with a 3.2 megapixel Panasonic Luminix and progressed from there. I enjoy all types of photography, especially nature and travel. I think photography is a lifelong learning experience and I hope to gain knowledge and insights from fellow PSA members, I also hope that I can provide constructive suggestions as well.
Michele Borgarelli
I am originally from Italy and move to USA in 2007. I now live in Virginia and work for Virginia Tech. My photography journey started when I received an Agfamatic 100 for my 10th birthday. Since then, I have been fascinated with photography as an art form, particularly because it allows an individual to convey their view of the world through a simple lens. After taking a hiatus, I finally returned to photography a few years ago. From that moment on, most of my free time was spent working on improving my photography. I have been experimenting with new approaches, reading about different techniques, and listening to the journeys of world-renowned photographers. I have also attended a number of photography workshops all around the world, and always sought the opportunity to submit my work for critique to other photographers. My interests include landscape, travel, black and white, and street photography.
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Jeff Bock
My love of photography started with being given a gift of a Yankee Developing and Printing Kit at the age of 12. For the next few years I locked myself into my closet where I learned the art of photo processing. After being told my clothes were stinking from the developer, I moved to the garage to continue my quest for the perfect print. (Side note: During a college Yosemite field trip I was asked if I wanted to sit in on one of Ansel Adams classes, I said no (I wanted to go hiking) and regretted it ever since). Since then I switched over to digital and Photoshop.
You can see my work on: My Web Page and Flickr Account
Susan Robinson
My first camera was a Polaroid that took instant photos. My father had a camera and I got to use it sometimes. I remember taking photos at school formals and family weddings and parties with friends. It's a privilege to join you all. One thing I love to do is take photos on ANZAC day - when I'm out and about with all the people. There are a lot of stories out there. Aside from that, I will take photos "any time, any place". I am looking forward to learning lots of new things about photography.
Marianne Barnhardt
My name is Marianne Barnhardt. I am no longer new to PSA and I decided to join the dialog group to learn more about how a picture tells a story. Mine are usually missing something.I have learned so much!
<br />I work two full-time jobs so I am going to be in and out if that is acceptable. I will do my best to send you photos on time.
<br />I appreciate being part of the group. I am a member and the education director for the Camera Club of Richmond.
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Patti Granzin
Greetings to all! My name is Patti and I live in Louisiana. I retired about a year and a half ago as an advanced practice Registered Nurse, and not long after pursued an interest I had had in photography, but had not found time for in the work years. I joined the Louisiana Photographic Society and participate in field trips and monthly competitions, etc. I have met the most interesting people with this hobby on both sides of the camera. I have a Sony alpha 6400 and several lenses, also a Ricoh GR III Urban Edition, and just purchased the Leica Q2 Monochrome but have not received it yet. I have been mostly shooting birds, insects, etc ., a lot of it in my own back yard which is a wildlife habitat. I have developed a strong interest in street photography, and have been enjoying personal field trips to downtown Baton Rouge, festivals (we love those here!!) music events, and also the never ceasing street scenes of New Orleans, a diverse and dynamic city. I have found new friends, new learning experiences, and new courage with this hobby, and look forward to the huge learning curve I will experience here.