What's Happening at PPOCC?

February 7th Business Meeting at 6pm "Stories from the History of Photography" with Marty Hassell at 7pm Our Feb. 7th meeting will be held at 6pm via Zoom starting with our annual business meeting. You'll hear updates from the officers, including the treasurer's report, and have the opportunity to discuss new business. At 7pm, we'll hear from retired New England School of Photography instructor Marty Hassell who will present her program "Stories from the History of Photography From Aristotle to Ansel Adams." Here's a description from our guest speaker: We now know that for around 40,000 years humans have been creating images providing evidence that they existed. At first, they created things like drawings in caves and, about 25,000 years later, petroglyphs. Later the demand for making pictures became so great that everyone wanted to do it. The problem was that everyone could not draw. Enter Aristotle in 325 B.C.E. and the rest is photo history. How did we get from Aristotle via Ansel Adams and others to an estimated 7.4 trillion photos taken in 2020? There are some interesting stories about that! In my 30+ years of teaching and researching the History of Photography, I’ve come up with a few favorites I’d like to share with you. – Marty Hassell

Steve Koppel -  Speaker Artist and gallery owner Steve Koppel will be presenting on "Self Expression through Imagery"  During this session, I will discuss imagery as a form of self-expression, both from the perspective of a passionate photographer and from the view of individuals who are self-proclaimed “non-artists.” I will share examples of my own imagery conveying feelings and experiences during specific moments on the beaches and tidal flats of Cape Cod. My talk will emphasize not only technique, but also the overall photographic experience. I specialize in creative approaches for expressing movement of water, and these will be explored extensively.

Don't forget! We're having our social on Friday, March 11 at Sam Diego's from 4pm to 6pm because there's ample parking and space. We will be in the back bar also known as the cafe. See you there! Come meet your fellow members for a margarita and apps. You'll also receive your printed copy of the 2022 schedule and special gift from the board. This will count toward your 3-meeting requirement for the year. Bring a friend and/or a prospective member!

Hosted by Denise Pressman at Fleeting Moments Studio in West Dennis

Denise Pressman will share her expertise in photographing subjects with special needs in her studio.

Past PPOCC president and PPA master photographer Amy Rader will discuss her 12 years of experience displaying and marketing her photography at outdoor art markets and fairs. Cape Cod is known as one of the top tourist destinations and Northeast. There are opportunities to display your work at festivals almost every weekend during the summer and fall. Amy will share her tips, tricks and what to consider before putting together your display for an event. This will be a candid exchange with information plus we'll hear from other seasoned photographers and find out what has worked at their booths. Don't miss out on this very unique opportunity to learn from one of our distinguished members.

President Christine Hochkeppel will be moderating a panel discussion on best business practices. Our panelists include PPOCC's own Bob Tucker of Focal Point Studio, ASMP New England President and commercial photographer Kelly Davidson and Martha's Vineyard wedding photographer Tim Correia. We will start will a quick slideshow displaying their work and then will jump right into a riveting discussion on business practices. After that, we'll open it up to your questions so please be ready to participate. We also have a new round of prizes from ACI to give out!

Dinner from Crisp Flatbread will be provided starting at 6pm so please RSVP by replying to this email if you intend to join us.

EXCITING ADDITION! Camera technician Sean Plouffe will doing sensor cleanings during the panel discussion for just $35 per body. This is an incredible deal and so convenient as he is coming to provide the service during our event. Start the summer off right with a squeaky clean camera!

PHOTOGRAPHER NEEDED Since Christine will be moderating the discussion, we'll need a volunteer to take some pictures of the event. Whoever steps up to take pictures will get to pick out their favorite flatbread from Crisp to add to our order. Who's in?

Business Panel Discussion

TOPIC: Best Business Practices
DATE: Monday, June 6th
TIME: 6:00pm - Dinner and Networking // 6:30pm - Presentation begins
LOCATION: Fairfield Inn Hyannis - Konover Room
867 Iyannough Road, Hyannis, MA 02601
WHAT TO BRING? Yourself! Dinner, wine, beer and seltzers will be provided.

Cape Cod Times veteran staff photographer Steve Heaslip will talk about his 37-year career in journalism on Monday, Oct. 3rd at 6:30pm at Cape Cod Beer. Steve was the recipient of the New England Society of News Editors Master Photographer Award in 2016 and was named the New England Press Association Photographer of the Year in 2001 and 2005. From Hurricane Bob to presidential visits to Martha's Vineyard, Steve has seen it all and taken impactful photos. Don't miss out on this opportunity to hear from a local pro with lots of newsworthy experience. We will also be raffling off three prizes from ThinkTank photo so don't miss out!

This event is open to the public for a suggested donation of $10 to our scholarship fund. Please share the info with your networks and let us know if you plan to attend by filling out the form below.

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Date change for our upcoming Board Elections and November Meeting! We will now meet Wednesday, Nov. 9th at 6:30pm via Zoom.

We will be hosting the Social at

Scargo Cafe

799 Main St, Dennis, MA 02638

on January 18 from 6-8 p.m.

Each member will receive a complimentary beverage! There will be appetizers and door prizes too! 

Come and catch up with members you haven't seen in a while and meet potential new members. If you know someone that might be interested in joining PPOCC please invite them to join us! The more the merrier! RSVP at the link below. We hope to see you there!