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Kevin Loughlin founded Wildside Nature Tours in 1993 to share his love of birds, nature, travel and photography with others. Before that, Kevin owned and managed camera stores on the East Coast, where he began his love of teaching photography.

Raised to appreciate nature, Kevin grew up exploring the woodlands of eastern Pennsylvania, with a camera in his hands since age 6… when in 1968 his family took a month-long trip through the American West and he was given a hand-me-down Minolta A5 35mm camera. By age 10, Kevin had camped with his family in all of the Lower 48 states and much of Canada!

At one time the islands were only a way station for whalers and pirates.  Then the Galápagos Islands, an archipelago 600 miles west of the coast of Ecuador, found a new identity when a young British man, Charles Darwin, arrived during the voyage of the HMS Beagle in September 1835.  

Darwin spent several weeks exploring four of the main islands and his observations were pivotal to his eventual realization that organisms change with time, that they evolve and adapt. Today the Galápagos finches remain a clear and unambiguous example of the reality and ongoing nature of evolution by natural selection.

Kevin Loughlin, owner of Wildside Nature Tours, takes pleasure in the opportunity to discuss photographing the unique and enigmatic fauna and flora of the Galápagos Islands while delving into the remarkable natural history of the archipelago. He will share some of his adventures as well as discuss his new book Galápagos: A Natural History.

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Rob Doyle has been exploring the Big Bend region of West Texas for over 30 years. At our meeting, Rob will share photos of the area’s amazing landscapes, starry skies, and history, as well as anecdotes from his visits – from backpacking in the Chisos Mountains to phantom lights near the ruins of Glenn Springs.

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Unfortunately, we experienced technical issues at the July 18th meeting and were unable to record the program The Industrial Story by David Duncan. After the meeting, several attendees said a couple of slides went by too quick to write down the information, so I asked David for those slides/information. Hopefully this covers those requests.

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David Duncan is a versatile photographer who creates branded photography for Image Libraries in the Oil & Gas/Energy and Industrial sectors, as well as for clients in Higher Education, Healthcare and Non-Profits along with local businesses, and private clients.  

David Duncan Photography’s industrial photography includes client jobs that showcase specific industries and their products. These jobs provide a unique glimpse into the inner workings of various industries and how they contribute to the larger industrial story. David’s work highlights the beauty and complexity of industrial environments. 

Whether you’re a fellow lover of all things industrial or simply appreciate the artistry of photography, The industrial Story by David Duncan Photography is sure to captivate and inspire. 

PLEASE NOTE : This month’s meeting will be Zoom only meeting.  As a club member, the meeting link will be sent by Chuck prior to the meeting.  Guests are welcome, just click here and complete the information to receive your link by email.

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David will discuss his approach to seeing the scene and looking beyond the initial capture as he is setting the exposure, capturing the moment, etc.  Yes, it’s a beautiful moment or maybe it isn’t but he can see the potential in in the object or the view or the moment by understanding what is possible using the tools we have available to us today.  We will take a look at original captures followed by end results and talk through why he captured the image and what led to his end result.

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David Downs, our speaker, will discuss his approach to seeing the scene and looking beyond the initial capture as he is setting the exposure, capturing the moment, etc.  Yes, it’s a beautiful moment or maybe it isn’t but he can see the potential in in the object or the view or the moment by understanding what is possible using the tools we have available to us today.  We will take a look at original captures followed by end results and talk through why he captured the image and what led to his end result.

David Downs has carried a passion for photography for as long as he can remember.  There weren’t always the resources to have a camera nor to purchase and process the film that went in them.  Yes, he’s that old. Over time he did manage to get a camera or two and although the stated purpose was to capture images of his rambunctious sons, he still managed to sneak a few creative images onto each roll. 

Today, in addition to running a successful Financial Planning practice in Plano, David runs two photography businesses.  David Downs Photography (www.daviddowns.com) is his platform for producing award winning commercial work, branding campaigns, portraiture and the creative art that motivates his time behind the camera.  He’s received the Artist of The Year Award for the Art Centre of Plano and has had images on multiple magazines covers.  He has multiple images selected for the PPA Imaging Excellence category in 2023 and received a Silver Medal from the TPPA in 2023.  Benton Downs Photography (www.bentondowns.com) allows David, in collaboration with his business partner Barry Benton, to share his passion and love of photography with others.  From classes such as Introduction to Photography, editing classes, creative photography classes and workshops in many locations, Benton Downs works to give every participant the instruction they need, regardless of their expertise.  Find images at #pixeldave or on FB at David Downs Photography.

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