Member Bios
Peter Cheung
I was born in Hong Kong and live in Sammamish, WA right now. I work in Information Technology Industry in Seattle area. Photography is always my favorite hobby. I bought my first SLR camera, Nikon FM2, when I was a graduate student in Arizona State University. I fell in love with this camera. I went back to Hong Kong after I graduated from Arizona but unfortunately I didn't continue my photography hobby after that. Perhaps this is because I was too busy at work. Later I migrated to Seattle in 1998 and purchased my first DSLR camera, Nikon D90, in 2009. Photography became my passion again. It provides me an extra eye to observe the nature, human, and life.
I now use Nikon D810 with five lenes, Nikon 14-24mm, 18-35mm, 24-70mm, 70-200mm, and 200-500mm so it covered from super wide angle to super telephoto ranges. I like hiking and travel. Landscape and nature are my favorite subjects but I also like street and people photos. I mainly use Lightroom and Photoshop as my post-processing tools, and still learning how to master them.
I look forward to learning from each other within the group.
You can see my work on: Peter Cheung Photography
Yamuni Perera
Yamuni Rashmika Perera is a distinguished professional photographer specializing in photojournalism, travel, nature, macro, monochrome and event photography. With over 30 years of experience, she has been an integral member of The National Photographic Art Society of Sri Lanka since 1994, holding life membership. Her outstanding contributions to photography earned her the Associateship (ANPAS) in 2004 and the Honorary Fellowship (Hon. FNPAS) in 2015.
With 23 years in media photography, Yamuni began her career as a photojournalist at Lakbima Newspaper, later working with Lanka Newspaper. Since 2007, she has served as a Photojournalist at the Department of Government Information in Sri Lanka, gaining extensive expertise in capturing significant moments.
Her global recognition includes the prestigious AFIAP in 2011 and EFIAP in 2017, awarded.She is the first Sri Lankan female photographer to receive these distinctions, marking a historic milestone in Sri Lanka’s 60-year photography history.
Her achievements include 53 international and 30 national awards, including gold, silver, and bronze medals, along with 604 accepted works in exhibitions worldwide. Her solo exhibition, Free Mind (2004) at the Colombo Sri Lanka, and her participation in The Beauty of Sri Lanka exhibition at UCLA (2019) highlight her international acclaim. In 2008, she was recognized as Sri Lanka’s Best Woman Photojournalist of the Year.
A passionate educator since 2003, Yamuni has mentored aspiring photographers at The National Photographic Art Society, Sri Lanka Foundation, Vocational Training Authority, Sri Lanka Press Council, and various schools. She is also a distinguished judge in national and international photography competitions, using her expertise to elevate and celebrate photographic talent worldwide.
Kathy Hradecky
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Bob Scott
Robert Scott is a career journalist living in Parsippany, N.J. He grew up in the Madison, Ind., area and graduated from Indiana University with a degree in journalism. He photographed largely during annual vacations until 2013 when he became more serious about developing his skills. He utilizes his business travel, vacations abroad, local natural areas and his garden; for locating subjects.
Group Admin
Howard Frank
I consider myself an intermediate level photographer. If it moves or if it doesn't I shoot it. I especially like to photograph birds and wildlife as well as cityscapes and landscapes. I am currently using Nikon Z9 and D500 cameras. I have an assortment of lenses from 15mm fisheye to a 150 to 600 telephoto.
I am active in several local camera clubs as well as teaching a photography course at Northwestern Universities adult continuing education class.
I primarily use Lightroom and Photoshop for editing and play with Nik, DXO, Topaz and Luminar software.
You can see my work on: Howies Images
Joseph Rahav
Hello everyone,
My name is Rahav Yossi and I am 77 years old . I live in Israel . I am happily married , and we are the parents of 5 wonderful children. Until about ten years ago, I worked as an investment consultant, and now, in retirement , I enjoy free time that allows me, devote myself to a hobby I've always liked â€" photography.
Since I retired, I have taken several basic and advanced courses in photography, Photoshop and Lightroom. I am an active member of a group of local photographers, and we occasionally organize joint photography outing meetings.
I mainly enjoy landscape photography, but I am also open to other types of photography.
Today I shoot mainly with a Nikon Z6 camera and I use a variety of lens.
I am excited to meet you and learn more about the fascinating world of photography , I would love to participate in the group's activities, share my knowledge and experience, and to learn from you, talented photographers and administrators.
Ricarda Dudek
The art of photography has always intrigued me. After retiring I moved to Florida and joined the Fort Myers Camera Club. At present, I am in the embryonic stage of this newfound hobby and often find myself overwhelmed with all there is to learn. I am beginning to realize, the learning curve of photography is never ending. This is going to be an adventure that fills my heart.