Best photo for this location
By Richard Sowers
Walker Photos
Below are all walker photos that have been uploaded and entered in the 2011 Photo Walk photo contest.
Milton Mariani
Karina Suh
Delores Brewster
Jonathan Starling
Samantha Angarita
scott pangburn
phyllis pangburn
Richard Sowers
Micheal Wallace
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Meet Time: 04:00pm - 06:00pm
Photo Walk Description
Welcome Photographers! Whether you are a professional photographer, or you just take pictures with your cellphone and tweet them, this is a great way to take pics, make friends and maybe even learn some photo tips or win a prize! The event is free, easy, and fun.
THE WALK
This is the first year the Photowalk has been sponsored in Fayetteville and the route will take us through some of the best photo hot spots in town. We will start at the NC Veterans Park located next to the Airborne and Special Operations Museum. From there we will wind our way through the downtown streets and parks of Fayetteville, past the Market House and up Hay Street before ending at the Huske Hardware House Restaurant and Brewery. We will arrive at Huske around 6pm where we can order drinks or food* and photograph downtown Fayetteville as the sun sets or just have fun sharing the photos we captured during the walk.
WHAT TO EXPECT / BRING
We will meet at 4pm outside the entrance to the NC Veterans Park where you’ll get a copy of the route and begin the walk. Be prepared to shoot in differing light that might be challenging at times, sunset is at 7pm so as we walk the light will begin to change. Of course the weather will determine just how challenging it will be. The route is mostly flat and we will be walking at a leisurely pace, about 1.5 miles over 2 hours, so it will not be difficult. However, be sure to wear comfortable walking shoes and use a good strap or bag for your camera.
THE CONTEST
Ok, I’ve pretty much convinced myself that the grand prize photo will come from Fayetteville! If you are interested in submitting photos to be considered for the contest be sure to check out the main Photowalk page for FAQs, rules and prizes. You can also look at last years winning photos so you can get a good idea of what their looking for. The grand prize is pretty awesome so who knows if one of our walkers could be the lucky winner. Either way, one photo from the Fayetteville walk will be chosen to enter into the worldwide contest for a chance to win the big prize. That lucky walker will receive a copy of Scott Kelby’s book — Light It, Shoot It, Retouch It.
INCLEMENT WEATHER
So far it looks like the 1st is going to be a nice, 80 degree day, but you know how quickly these things can change. If the weather gets bad I will post any changes to the time or date of the walk here on the website. Keep checking back here closer to the event to see if there are any changes.
PARKING
There is a parking lot located adjacent the the veterans park. If you park there it’s just a short walk back from our ending point at Huske Hardware. You could also park closer to Huske on Hay Street or in the parking lot next to the train station if you prefer to be closer to your car at the end.
ABOUT ME
I’m a graphic designer who likes to take photos as a hobby. Sometimes I take photos at work but only if the real photographers are busy! I’m always looking for excuses to practice photography and I’m really excited about taking photos in the new Veterans Park because there are so many amazing angles and options for stunning photos. Mostly I thought Fayetteville was a great place for a Photowalk and I’m glad to have the opportunity to walk around with other photographers and see different approaches to capturing what we see. I can’t wait to see what great photos you come up with.
If you have any questions at all please don’t hesitate to contact me. I’m looking forward to seeing everyone on the 1st.
See you there!
Jennifer
*Please bring some spare cash/credit if you would like to have a drink or food at Huske Hardware after the walk. All eats are at the expense of each individual and are not covered in this free event.
I love this idea! I just started a photography business in Fayetteville and would love to meet other photographers and learn from them in a fun group.
Mary good luck with the new business, that is very cool! See you on Saturday.
Jen,
Can you see if I’m signed up? I tried to do it on my phone and had difficulties. When I tried on my computer it says that my username and e-mail address already exists. I’m confused! : )
Lauren, I see you on the registration list so you are good.
I have problems trying to access the site on my phone too so if anyone else is having problems on their phone you may have to go to a computer. Or you can click contact walk leader at the top and let me know your having trouble. That link sends me a personal email so if you send me your info I will register you.
I was unable to “join” the walk by clicking on the button; should I wait for the map to load? Thanks for inviting me (during the last 4th Friday)
Mary, I don’t think you have to wait for the map to load but it may depend on the computer. If you can try and send me an email by clicking contact leader up at the top next to my photo then I will get the information I need to register you. Thanks!
Glad I found you at 4th Friday. Photographers are so easy to spot! Can’t wait to see all of us out there in mass.