Leader News & Updates

• By Christy Garrison (0)

• Recommended Learning

  Posted October 2, 2011

  Suggestions from some of my fellow walkers and myself:

  YouTube.com – you can find so many photography related videos. Look out for the Photoshop Guys for fun Photoshop learning.
  Scott Kelby – his books, blog, and website are fantastic. Lots of free videos – just do a Google search.
  Fundamentals of Photography by Tom Ang
  Joe McNally – blog is a great place for learining.
  Understanding Exposure and Understanding Shutter Speed by Bryan Peterson
  Kevin Kabuto’s Lighting Notebook
  The Photographer’s Eye by Michael Freeman
  Light: Science and Magic: An Introduction to Photographic Lighting
  If you don’t want to read your camera manual, try the Magic Lantern series. They have books on most SLR cameras and are a bit easier to take in than a boring manual. I also recommend photobert.com. He makes “cheatsheets” to help you learn your camera as well as simple photography fundamentals.

  For printing, I get mine done through mpix.com. In addtion, if printing my own photos, I use recycled photo paper which can be purchased at redriverpaper.com. Whatever printing service you use, think about what type of longevity you want with the photo. Walmart photo processing, for example, is inexpensive, however it can be because the archival properties of the photo paper are limited. That means over time, the photo will fade. When determining the type of paper (besides gloss, matte, metallic, etc) look at the quality. If you are taking photos you wish to become heirlooms or frame to place as wall decoration, investing in good quality paper is a must. The cost difference is usually minimal and well worth the extra dollar.

  Link – photodough.com. Weekly deals for creative and business side of photography. Worth subscribing.

  If anyone else has some learning suggestions, feel free to post in the comments. I just started writing a blog that has lots of photo tips and musings, so feel free to browse at http://garrisonphoto.blogspot.com/. I will be doing articles weekly. I will also be adding links to other blogs I find have valuable material on photography.

• Post walk activity

  Posted September 30, 2011

  If you are looking to do something after the walk, I highly reccommend the Princeton University Art Museum. The current exhibition is “the life and Death of Buildings”, an exploration of photograhy and architecture. Admission is always free, and there are always wonderful exhibits there. For more info, go to: http://artmuseum.princeton.edu/events/LifeandDeathofBuildingsAdditional/.

• Directions and Parking

  Posted September 30, 2011

  Driving directions:

  From New York
  New Jersey Turnpike South to exit 9; follow signs for Route 1 South/Princeton; continue to Washington Road) see sign for Princeton Business District); take Washington Road to Nassau Street traffic light (Route 27); turn left onto Nassau Street; continue three blocks; turn right into Palmer Square (at white gazebo).

  From Philadelphia
  I-95 North to Route 206 North; follow approximately 5 miles to fork in the road (at traffic light) and bear right onto Nassau Street; continue three blocks; turn left into Palmer Square (at white gazebo).

  From North Jersey
  Route 206 South to Princeton; Nassau Street traffic light make left; continue three blocks; turn left into Palmer Square (at white gazebo).

  From South Jersey
  New Jersey Turnpike North to exit 8; turn right onto Route 33 East; Make first U-Turn across Route 33 onto Route 133 West; Follow to the end and bear right following signs for Princeton; continue on 571 to Route 1 traffic light; go through traffic light to Washington Road; take Washington Road to Nassau Street traffic light (Route 27); turn left onto Nassau Street; continue three blocks; turn right into Palmer Square.

  Parking:

  There are garage entrances located at Chambers Street and Hulfish Street. Hourly rates apply. If you use metered street parking, please throughly read instructions. You will get ticketed if you run out of time. For additional parking options go to: http://www.princetonparking.org/parking_map.html.

• Logistics

  Posted September 30, 2011

  Both groups will be meeting at the same place. When entering Palmer Square from Nassau Street, on the right hand side up the steps and near the side entrance to PNC Bank. We will be easy to find since it will be the group of people with camera bags. Group 1 is to arrive at 10am, and depart at 10:15am. Group 2 is to arrive at 10:30am, and depart at 10:45am

  As a reminder, all participants must register. If you bring a guest, the guest must be registered on the walk site.

  On arrival, please be sure to sign in with me (Christy). I will have notebook in my hand for signing, so easy to find. Or just listen for the really loud laugh.

  I will have a walking route map for everyone. As a reminder, feel free to stray, and if someone stops and you want to keep going, do so. Everyone has different interests in what they like to photograph, and I want to be sure everyone gets enjoyment from the experience. I will be sending Twitter updates as to my location in case anyone needs me. My Twitter name is “njphotogirl” and account is www.twitter.com/njphotogirl. In addition, my cell is (646) 245-7849.

  Please be sure to dress weather appropriate (Forecast is high of 53. Currently the say possible showers, but that can change). The walk is not strenuous. Depending on you pace, and what you find interesting, the walk can be from 1 to 2 hours. Comfortable walking shoes strongly suggested. In addition, I always suggest throwing a bottle of water or two in your bag, along with a snack.

  Photography etiquette. You are welcome to bring your tripod. Please move to the side to make way for other people on sidewalks and high foot traffic area. This includes when using the tripod or just trying to get the right photo with your camera. In addition, taking photos of strangers from afar is fine. Taking photos of strangers in their view, should be proceeded by a polite request for permission. I have never received a “no” but I have received “thank you” for asking first.

  After the walk, you are welcome to join us at the bar at Triumph Brewery. It will be lunch time, so I know I will be chowing down and after a long walk, possibly dessert first!

  Feel free to contact me with any questions.

• GROUP 2 10:30am

  Posted September 30, 2011

  Anthony Demarco
  Bryan Gillet
  Diane H
  Jack Turkel
  Jo Johnson
  Josh Turchin
  Julie Herstein
  Karan Kauchhur
  Karen Belton
  Karen Shedlock
  Kevin Lee
  Leah Korbel
  Marlon Sommerville
  mARTY cOHEN
  Mary Corrigan
  maya kumits
  Patricia Weiss
  Peter Weiss
  Praxi Branford
  R. Briganti
  Rajiv Mundayat
  Sharon Farrell
  Shobha Thodla
  Steve Manilov
  Steve Naples
  Terri Smith
  Theresa Hood
  Tina Patitucci

• GROUP 1 10:00am

  Posted September 30, 2011

  Abha Patel
  Aileen Atkins
  Andrea Blasko
  Andrew Maiman
  Bhasker Thodla
  Brandt Steinhauser
  Bruce Himelman
  Carol Albers
  Conway Yen
  Edwin Rivera
  Frank Reda
  Heather O’Connell
  Howard Schoenberger
  Jack Kosowsky
  Jessica Blackwell
  Jim Streeter
  John Basile
  Linda Anishere
  Lolly Forsberg
  manik rathee
  Marlo Montanaro
  Mary Brown
  Melissa Kivowitz
  Rich Huhn
  Robert Raia
  Rosalisa Licci
  Sal Fiduccia
  Scott Kivowitz
  William Sneddon

• How to enter the contest

  Posted September 27, 2011

  Have a photo you would love to enter into the PhotoWalk contest? All rules, prizes and fine print info can be found in the FAQ section for walkers. Once the walk is complete, you come back ot the site and upload your favorite photo from the walk. Eveyone can enter (except me!).

  All photos (whether interested in entering the contest or not) can be shared on our Flickr page at http://www.flickr.com/groups/wwpwprinceton2011/.

• REMINDER - RSVP

  Posted September 27, 2011

  If you cannot attend Sunday, please remove your name from the walker list. We have several people waiting for a spot.

Comments for this walk 22 Responses to “Princeton, NJ United States (Palmer Square)”

1. Khürt says:

   August 1, 2011 at 9:56 am

   I’m so happy this is in the fall. Last year, the summer heat made the walk unbearable.

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   • Christy Garrison says:

     August 3, 2011 at 9:20 pm

     Aboslutely!

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2. Josh Turchin says:

   August 2, 2011 at 3:36 pm

   I agree! last year was crazy hot.

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3. Christy Garrison says:

   August 11, 2011 at 11:53 am

   Wow! We are almost half full and over a month away. I am very excited about the walk this year. Going to be beautiful with the fall leaves and the university background.

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4. Brandt Steinhauser says:

   August 12, 2011 at 9:20 am

   Coming back to Princeton for my 2nd year in a row. I agree with Khürt about the heat last year. It will be nice to shoot in comfortable weather!

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5. Marlo Montanaro says:

   August 12, 2011 at 10:13 pm

   Looking forward to seeing Princeton for the first time. I was going to do a walk at the Jersey Shore, but I do that all the time. This will be a little different.

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   • Christy Garrison says:

     August 16, 2011 at 11:59 am

     Glad you can join us! It won’t be disappointing. The architecture alone is stunning.

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6. Bruce Himelman says:

   August 13, 2011 at 1:22 pm

   Looking forward to walking around Princeton

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7. William Sneddon says:

   August 15, 2011 at 7:20 pm

   Fall weather coupled with the location and history will make for an interesting shoot

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8. Christy Garrison says:

   August 16, 2011 at 12:04 pm

   For those of you who participated last year, I am going to try a slighty different route, though the campus, no matter what, is an excellent canvas. In addition, I will also be handing out a list of spots we won’t have time to cover, but might be interesting for you to photograph at another time.

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9. Rajiv Mundayat says:

   August 22, 2011 at 4:01 pm

   I live locally and I really enjoy shooting the campus and the surrounding areas. There is always something nice to capture. Great that the walk is happening in the fall this year.

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10. Marlo Montanaro says:

    August 24, 2011 at 3:38 pm

    Wow, looks like our walk is one person short of full!

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11. Sharon Farrell says:

    September 14, 2011 at 3:23 pm

    On the waiting list – but really looking forward to this walk!

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12. Khürt says:

    September 17, 2011 at 2:50 pm

    I found another photo walk near my home. I’ll drop this one so that more people can join.

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13. Susan Mills says:

    September 26, 2011 at 6:34 pm

    I believe I signed up for this walk but so far haven’t received any confirmation. Is it really changed to Oct. 2nd at the same time? Same place?

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    • Christy Garrison says:

      September 27, 2011 at 3:46 pm

      It is October 2nd. Sent a note but you may not have received it. The walk conflicted with another large group, so I agreed to move to Sunday. Weather is looking fabulous – sunny and high of 58!

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14. Licia G says:

    October 1, 2011 at 8:34 am

    Has anyone dropped out? May I join? Please let me know. I will e-mail Christy as well. Thanks!

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    • Christy Garrison says:

      October 1, 2011 at 11:43 am

      Yes, please join. I received 2 emails today of dropouts, so feel free to attend. There is room in both groups, so 10am or 10:30am will work.

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15. Josh Turchin says:

    October 1, 2011 at 1:59 pm

    sorry I have to drop out guys – Just had a work obligation come up. Have fun at the walk for me!!!

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16. Deborah Cole says:

    October 3, 2011 at 6:25 am

    It was a real treat being out there with your guys! Thanks for letting me tag along.

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17. Sharon Farrell says:

    October 4, 2011 at 8:31 pm

    Christy, thanks so much for hosting this event and taking us all along with you! Wonderful group, wonderful photographers, wonderful time!

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18. Marlon Sommerville says:

    October 8, 2011 at 2:41 am

    Excellent group activity, it was a blast. See you guys next year.

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