Member Bios
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Dr V G Mohanan Nair, APSA, QPSA, PPSA
I belong to Trivandrum, Kerala state ("God's Own Country"), the southern part of India. Did my post-graduation from Kerala University and Doctorate from Kurukshetra University. I was working as a Chief Scientist at the National Institute for Interdisciplinary Science and Technology, Thiruvanathapuram, till April 2016. Photography, travel and listening to music are my hobbies
Even though I was attracted towards photography from childhood, I purchased my first camera, an Agfa-Isolly-II (120mm fixed focus) from my first salary in 1980. After 13 years, in 1993 I got a professional camera Pentax K1000. Two more digital cameras and one 3D camera were added to my small collection subsequently. In May 2022, I got a new Canon R5 camera with RF 5.2mm f/2.8L Dual Fisheye lens.
The interest in photography as an art started after my visit to XXIII All India Salon of Photography by the Lucknow Camera Club. I joined this club to learn more about photography and started participating in local as well as national salons. I took PSA membership in 2003. I do not have much dark room experience as my photographs are developed and printed at professional studios. Digital images are processed by self using Photoshop (Ver. 6 & CS). From 2012, I am mainly concentrating on 3D photography. Received the Associate of PSA (APSA) in 2016. I consider myself as a student of photography as well as Photoshop and look forward to learning these from other experienced members of PSA.
Ger Walsh
I live in Cork, Ireland. I am 72 years of age. I have family in Australia and Barcelona, Spain. I bought my first DSLR in 2019. I now shoot with Canon R6 and R7 for travel and wildlife. I am not focussed on any particular genre as I enjoy all aspects of photography. I recently purchased a DJI Mini 4Pro. I use it for landscape shots which are difficult to reach from the ground… still learning how to use it safely.
Joan Funk
I got my first SLR when I graduated from college and headed to Europe on $3 a day for 10 weeks. Returning to the U.S. and giving birth to 2 children, I took endless snapshots of their well-documented childhoods. After they were grown, I got more serious about photography and took classes for 4 years at the Delray School of the Arts (formerly Old School Square) with the amazing Jack Wild, until he retired. I belong to the Boynton Beach Camera Club and the Valencia Palms Photo Club, and enjoy participating in both (and help to run the latter). Although I am happy photographing most anything, I seem to have gravitated to photojournalism and travel photography, though striving to make my photos "fine art."
My Nikon D7100 got to be too heavy for me and has morphed into a Sony A6300, not the same quality, but still a good camera. I use Lightroom 6 as my home base, and go to Photoshop CS6 and NIK software as needed when I am editing photos.
My education includes a Masters in Computers in Education, followed by a job at IBM in their K-12 Education Department, developing curriculum and software for using computers in classrooms. After IBM mostly pulled out of education and South Florida, I worked for several technology start-ups that didn’t succeed, and then retired to become a photographer. Six years later, I am still becoming a photographer. I have much to learn and lots of room for improvement, but am grateful to have a consuming interest that provides exciting life-long learning for me.
Svetlana Rogic
Svetlana Rogic is a Serbian-American fine art and documentary photographer whose work explores spirituality, heritage, and transformation through the language of light. Her projects often center on sacred spaces, cultural landmarks, and moments of stillness, inviting viewers into a contemplative encounter with image and story. She is currently developing a photo book novel that weaves photography with personal narrative, exploring resilience and renewal through Orthodox sacred sites and cultural heritage.
Svetlana's path in photography began with film, studying and working in the darkroom during her undergraduate and graduate years, and later refining her practice at the International Center of Photography in New York.
In addition to her photographic practice, Svetlana holds both an M.A. and B.A. in Art Management from American University in Washington, DC and has extensive experience in higher education, international organizations, and public–private partnerships. She is also the founder of a nonprofit dedicated to presenting meaningful art to American audiences and fostering cultural dialogue across borders.
Rodrigo Izquierdo
Originally from Chile, I came to the United States for what I thought would be just a vacation—and ended up marrying someone who has since become my best friend, business partner, and muse. I approach life as an eternal optimist, continuously drawn to the magic that threads through the world around us. For me, each photograph is much more than an image; it’s an invitation to pause, to marvel, and to rediscover beauty hidden in the ordinary. I chase fleeting "once-in-a-lifetime" moments, but I also cherish the subtle details that emerge when you look a little closer. This enduring sense of wonder is the heartbeat of my art.
Since buying my first professional camera in 2015, a Nikon D5300 with a red body, I haven't looked back. My journey has led to international recognition through international photography awards, including my first top category award with the 2025 Global Photography Awards Architecture Category Winner of the year, and now I’m focusing my lens on local competitions. I've made the leap to become a full-time photographer this January 1st, eager to continue learning and growing. Sharing what I’ve picked up along the way—from the basics to advanced techniques—brings me joy, whether I’m encouraging beginners just starting out or seasoned photographers looking to explore new creative horizons. Together, let’s discover beauty, celebrate unique perspectives, and keep the thrill of discovery alive.
You can see my work on: Website and Instagram and LinkTree
Charles Shepherd
When my secondary school built a darkroom, as part of the new science block, I was able to learn how to process and print b&w film. I went through a number of cameras - Halina 35, Kodak Instamatic and a Zorki 4 before buying an Olympus OM2 prior to a trip to Mexico. I wasn't satisfied with my original zoom lenses so I sold them and for years only used the following prime lenses - namely 17mm, 24mm, 50mm and 90mm as my main kit. I also used a Mamiya C220 and Rolleicord Vb.
When I was taking a career break I was able to work as an photography assistant in a commercial photography studio and consequently became vary good at painting and ironing.
I was not very impressed with early digital cameras and so held off buying a digital camera for some time. However I bought a Nikon 7200 in 2018 I found that the quality of digital was getting better (& I didn't have to spend hours in a darkroom!). I now use Olympus cameras paired up with Olympus 'pro' zoom lenses which give me the quality I desire.
I'm a member of a local camera club and when the pandemic hit the UK I joined the PSA and started entering various salons.
My main interest is shooting people, whether that be in a studio, on location or on stage. I use Photoshop and DxO but I am not very proficient in either (yet)! I love making 'mono' images.
Terry Campanella
I am a retired teacher that is still passionate about learning. When I retired in 2012, I joined the Coral Springs Camera Club and purchased my first DSLR. I feel I am still very much in the exploration stage of learning to use my camera, edit pictures and choosing subjects to photograph. Traveling, playing with my nine grandchildren and finding little adventures close to home keep me very busy.