Author: Renee Charboneau

  • PHOTOGraphie Open Call For Submissions

    September 16th deadline for submissions is just around the corner!

    PHOTOGraphie welcomes all BC photographers to submit entries of your work for this open themed exhibit (any subject) that will be curated then displayed during the PHOTOGraphie Festival in November. But get your images in before September 16th!

    Paul Wright, of Wright Moment had this to say about his experience selling prints at PHOTOGraphie: “I had the good fortune of being able to exhibit my work during both the 2014 and 2015 PHOTOGraphie Gallery Exhibitions. On both occasions it resulted in print sales. This occured not only as a direct result of being at the event but also following PHOTOGraphie. The exposure is exceptional and is one of the few times that you are able to exhibit your work without creating your own personal exhibition.”

    Check the website HERE for all the details and benefits.

    BC photographers can submit up to THREE images for consideration for FREE; there’s no submission fee this year, only a small hanging fee to cover costs of the exhibit. This gallery show will be promoted widely through our Instagram and Facebook pages and will be promoted by the Anvil Centre to local galleries. There is a lot of hype on our Instagram page already about this exhibition – we’ve picked up some pretty savvy followers.

    Showcase your talent and sell your work!  Selected images will hang at the Anvil Centre during PHOTOGraphie Festival Nov. 4th, 5th and 6th along with the images of Keynote Speaker Nino Rakichevich, the PPOC-BC Salon and the Youth Contest Finalists.

    Karen Evans, a Fine Art Photographer based in North Vancouver Canada said “Anytime I can exhibit my prints to potential collectors, buyers and to my clients is a huge benefit because where else is anybody going to see my printed work other than in a curated show.   PHOTOGraphie gives me another opportunity for collectors and buyers to see my photographic artwork in print – which is so much more beautiful (IMHO) than on a computer screen.”

    PHOTOGraphie Festival 2015, 2015-09-25, SONY Gallery Exhibition, Anvil Centre, New Westminster BC, PPOC, BC Region
    VIP Opening Reception of the 2015 PHOTOGraphie Gallery Exhibition, Anvil Centre, New Westminster BC
    PHOTOGraphie Festival 2015, 2015-09-25, SONY Gallery Exhibition, Anvil Centre, New Westminster BC, PPOC, BC Region
    Great opportunity to network during the VIP Opening Reception
    PHOTOGraphie Festival 2015, 2015-09-25, SONY Gallery Exhibition, Anvil Centre, New Westminster BC, PPOC, BC Region
    In 2015, the gallery images held the interest of a variety of collectors over the course of the weekend
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    The Atrium at the stunning Anvil Centre is a prestigious location for an art show
  • London Drugs Strategic PHOTOGraphie Sponsor

    PHOTOGraphie Festival is excited to welcome London Drugs as a strategic sponsor!

    Did you know London Drugs is proudly Canadian and has been around since 1945? The soldiers were coming home, Zoot Suits were in style and Frank Sinatra crooned over the radio waves. It started as a humble, community drugstore, but this little store on Main Street, Vancouver, was given a big name. The store was named after London, England, the home of Canada’s King, George VI.

    Imagine finding cameras in a pharmacy in the 1940’s! Check out their unique story.

    London Drugs, Strategic Sponsor, Photographie Festival, Cameras, Printing

    As official sponsor of our free Pre-Festival Photo Talks, PHOTOGraphie and London Drugs welcome all community members, photo enthusiasts & youth to attend these free talks. The Photo Talks take place at Anvil Centre during the month of October and even though they are free,  registration is required.

    Public Talks Include:

    • How to choose a Wedding Photographer
    • Pro Tips: Using Flash Photography
    • Photographing Birds
    • How to Photograph Children
    • Buying a Digital Camera-with London Drugs
    • Exotic Travel Photography

    Learn more here

    In addition to sponsoring the Photo Talks, London Drugs is also a supporter of the PPOC-BC Image Competition and will be printing images accepted in to the 2016 PPOC Image Salon on Fine Art Paper.  To learn more about the competition check out the website here.  You will be able to see these beautiful photographic art pieces hanging in this year’s gallery along with all the other fabulous work from the photographic community.

    PHOTOGraphie Festival 2015, Gallery, Photography Exhibit, Public and Professional Images

     

     

    Thank you London Drugs for your support of PHOTOGraphie Festival 2016!

  • Nino Rakichevich – Sparkly Eyes

    The blog “Sparkly Eyes” starts our monthly blog series from PHOTOGraphie Festival Keynote Speaker Nino Rakichevich

    Cheri Larocque is one of my favorite models. On this photo shoot she showed up with puffy and watery eyes. Very unusual for her. She is a real pro with over 100 magazine covers! She said to me “Nino, yesterday was one of the worst days of my life! I could not sleep and I have been crying all night. I am sorry but you will have to do same magic.” Her eyes are sparkling. That’s what we do!

    http://ninophotography.com/sparkly-eyes/

     

    Nino Rakichevich, Keynote Speaker, Photographie festival, commercial photography, fasion photography

    Learn more about Nino on our keynote page here.

  • PHOTOGraphie Festival Tickets Now Available

    PHOTOGraphie Festival and Fusion Tickets Now on Sale!

     

    Take advantage of early bird pricing and get your tickets NOW!

    Nov. 5th Beau Photo’s Fusion has a full line up of Professionals from our local community. Learn about Pet Photography, Sports and Action, Dynamic and Creative Lighting with off camera flash and more!  November 6th, PHOTOGraphie is excited to present Nino Rakichevich as the full day keynote speaker .

    We can’t wait to see you there!

    Thank you to all our sponsors, who help make this community event what it is!

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  • Submissions Open For PHOTOGraphie 2016 Photographic Exhibit

    We are now accepting submissions to display your work at PHOTOGraphie Festival 2016!

    Submissions will be accepted from May 16 – September 16, 2016.  Check out the web page here for submission details.

    PPOC member Axel Breutigam says:

    “I was positively surprised how good my images looked at the (PHOTOGraphie Gallery) wall and also very glad I sold three of my shown images!”

    Benefits are:

    • Showcase and SELL your work!
    • Network and meet new friends in the artistic community
    • Get exposure with gallery owners and media who are invited to VIP Opening Reception, mingle and talk about your work, make connections
    • The Anvil Centre is promoting this event widely to the local New Westminster arts community
    • Images hanging in the exhibition will be promoted with a take-away brochure complete with a thumbnail of your image(s), pricing, and contact information.
    • PHOTOGraphie will encourage and handle on-site sales
    • Gallery Exhibition will be promoted widely with PHOTOGraphie marketing and press releases
    • Increase your marketing value by having an image accepted in to a gallery exhibition
    • All exhibitors receive four complimentary tickets to the opening night reception

    You may submit up to 3 images for free and only pay to hang your work.  This is an exciting opportunity not to be missed.  We look forward to seeing your submissions soon!

    PHOTOGraphie Festival, Gallery, Open Exhibition, Artwork
    PHOTOGraphie Festival – Gallery Open Exhibition 2014
    Photographie festival, Gallery, Open Exhibit, Public and Professional Photography
    PHOTOGraphie Festival 2014 Open Exhibition
    PHOTOGraphie Festival 2015, Gallery, Photography Exhibit, Public and Professional Images
    PHOTOGraphie Festival 2015-Open Exhibition

     

     

  • PHOTOGraphie Festival 2016 Presents Nino Rakichevich

    Nino Rakichevich comes to PHOTOGraphie 2016

    Finally, the news you’ve all been waiting for….PHOTOGraphie is very pleased to announce that renowned photographer Nino Rakichevich will be our Keynote Speaker on Sunday November 6th, 2016 at the Anvil Centre in New Westminster, BC. He will be participating in a number of events (both free and ticketed) and will be displaying some of his fine art images in the gallery exhibit. Be sure to check the website schedule for opportunities to meet our guest artist.

    Nino Rakichevich is an advertising and fine art photographer based in Malibu, California. He has won over 40 national and international photography awards, and is a proud member of the elite artist organization ULUPUDS in his native country of Serbia. He is also author of the book, “People of Paris” as well as a fashion and celebrity portraiture instructor at the prestigious Brooks Institute. Sony has honored Nino by selecting him to be a member of the elite group, Sony Artisans of Imagery.

    Nino Rakichevich, Keynote Speaker, Photographie festival, commercial photography, fasion photography
    Image-Nino Rakichevich

    He is funny and keeps the audience engaged with stories of his experiences while showing his awesome work….a perfect speaker for any level of photographer as he is extremely knowledgeable on all aspects of photography.” – Ann Purdy, Program Director of Channel City Camera Club

    Nino Rakichevich, Keynote Speaker, Photographie festival, commercial photography, fasion photography
    Image-Nino Rakichevich

    “Nino’s strong suits are marketing in today’s photographic business, staying current as a photographer, understanding tools and how to use them, making the most of any given situation.” – Bill Robins, Program director of Brooks Institute

    Please visit Nino’s website, Instagram and Facebook pages for some inspiration!