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Dec

Behind the Curtain Photography Workshop: Explore the Historic State Theatre

By Frank T. Smith Closed

Step behind the scenes of the iconic Easton State Theatre on Saturday, January 11th, 2025, with OM System Ambassador and local photographer Frank T. Smith. This exclusive workshop offers unparalleled access to the theatre’s stunning architecture, intricate details, and rarely seen artifacts, making it a photographer’s dream. Video link: https://youtu.be/0qNt6Qc8kts

The day kicks off at 9 AM with a presentation by Frank, who will provide expert guidance and tips for capturing the theatre’s unique features. At 9:45 AM, the hands-on photography session begins, allowing participants to explore and photograph the theatre’s hidden treasures. Each attendee will also receive a voucher for two tickets to select State Theatre performances. Space is limited to just 24 participants—secure your spot today!

Register online at LINK , or by visiting the State Theatre Box Office (453 Northampton Street, Easton), or by calling 610-252-3132.

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Sep

Behind the Curtain Photo Workshop – Easton State Theatre

By Frank T. Smith Closed

Categories: Photography and video
Tags: Behind the Curtain, Easton, Easton State Theatre, Historic, historic State Theatre, Iconic, Pennsylvania, Photo, photo workshop, Photograph, Photography, State Theatre, Workshop

On October 9th we are doing a photography workshop at the amazing State Theatre Center for the Arts. This is a once a year opportunity to photograph this iconic historic facility. We will have full access to the beautiful theatre. The day will start with a brief presentation and then we will move to the main theater where we will discover many hidden gems. Support the arts and the State Theatre. For more information and to sign up click on the link: https://statetheatre.org/events/photography-workshop-4

Nov

Photographing Steamtown USA + Live Composite and Rust

By Frank T. Smith Closed

This video details my visit to Steamtown, USA. This place is an assembly of vintage trains and period associated railroad structures. This is part of the National Park service. The images include daytime Live Composite, gritty rust and abstract compositions. I share my setup and some of my settings.

Here is the video link.

Jun

“The Machines” – Atlantic Air Museum WWII Weekend (post 3 of 3)

By Frank T. Smith 2 Comments

Categories: Photography
Tags: Historic, Mid-Atlantic Air Museum, Mid-Atlantic Air Museum of Reading, Olympus, OM-D E-M1X, PA, Photo, Photograph, Photography, Reading, Reading Air Show, Reenactment, reenactments, spring, The Reading Airport, Vintage, WWII, WWII aircraft

This is a continuation of the previous post from the World War II reenactment.

Jun

“The Other Guys” – Atlantic Air Museum WWII Weekend (post 2 of 3)

By Frank T. Smith 2 Comments

This is a continuation of the previous post from the World War II reenactment.

Jun

“The Americans” – Atlantic Air Museum WWII Weekend (post 1 of 3)

By Frank T. Smith 10 Comments

Categories: Photography
Tags: Historic, Mid-Atlantic Air Museum, Mid-Atlantic Air Museum of Reading, Olympus, OM-D E-M1X, PA, Photo, Photograph, Photography, Reading, Reading Air Show, Reenactment, spring, The Reading Airport, Vintage, World War II, WWII, WWII aircraft

This past weekend I had a chance to photograph at this incredible World War II reenactment in Reading PA. It has been several years since I last attended. I was not disappointed. The reenactors were true to form and very accommodating. I’m already looking forward to next year.

Dec

The State Theatre In All Her Glory (Black & White) 2 of 2

By Frank T. Smith Closed

Categories: Photography
Tags: Architectural, architecture, Behind the Curtain, Easton, Historic, historic State Theatre, Olympus, OM-D E-M1 MkII, PA, Photo, Photo Walk, photo workshop, Photograph, Photography, Vintage, Workshop

A couple of weeks ago I lead the annual “Behind the Curtain” photography workshop at the State Theatre in Easton, PA. This is always such a joy for me to photography this amazing gem. When you take the time to look at all of the incredible art in this place it’s almost overwhelming. I am breaking this post into two. This second post only includes black & white images and the previous one was all color. All images were handheld (this is the first time I didn’t use a tripod) using the Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark II paired with the either the M.Zuiko ED 7-14mm f2.8 PRO, the ED 12-100mm f4.0 IS PRO or the ED 40-150mm f2.8 PRO.

Dec

The State Theatre In All Her Glory (color) 1 of 2

By Frank T. Smith 2 Comments

Categories: Photography
Tags: Architectural, architecture, Behind the Curtain, Easton, Fall, Historic, historic State Theatre, Olympus, OM-D E-M1 MkII, PA, Pennsylvania, Photo, photo workshop, Photograph, Photography, State Theatre, Vintage, Workshop

A couple of weeks ago I lead the annual “Behind the Curtain” photography workshop at the State Theatre in Easton, PA. This is always such a joy for me to photography this amazing gem. When you take the time to look at all of the incredible art in this place it’s almost overwhelming. I am breaking this post into two. This first one only includes color images and the next will be all monochromatic. All images were handheld (this is the first time I didn’t use a tripod) using the Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark II paired with the either the M.Zuiko ED 7-14mm f2.8 PRO, the ED 12-100mm f4.0 IS PRO or the ED 40-150mm f2.8 PRO.

Aug

Goschenhoppen Folk Festival

By Frank T. Smith 4 Comments

Categories: Photography
Tags: Dutch, Festival, Folk, Folk Festival, Goschenhoppen, Historic, History, Olympus, OM-D E-M1 MkII, PA, Pennsylvania, Pennsylvania Dutch, Pennsylvania German, Photo, Photograph, Photography, Preservation, Preserve, reenactments, Summer, Vintage

A little over a week ago I was introduced to this amazing festival. This is their 52nd one. I wasn’t sure what to expect. But I was totally delighted with the overall friendly nature of all of the volunteers. The people are more than glad to chat with you and explain the specifics of their reenactments. Goschenhoppen is one of the oldest continuously existing Pennsylvania German communities in America. This geographic region occupies a small corner of southeastern Pennsylvania in Montgomery County. The event is put on by The Goschenhoppen Historians, Inc. which is organized to identify, preserve and disseminate the Pennsylvania German (Pennsylvania Dutch) folk culture and history of the Goschenhoppen region. The Folk Festival is designed as an educational family event to demonstrate various home skills and trades of the Goschenhoppen area from about 1750-1880. I will definitely be putting this on my calendar for next year.

Jul

Lemon Drinka

By Frank T. Smith 4 Comments

Categories: Photography
Tags: Black & White, Black and White, Dutch, Festival, Folk, Historic, Kutztown, Kutztown Folk Festival, Olympus, PEN, PEN-F, Pennsylvania, Pennsylvania Dutch, Photo, Photograph, Photography, Summer

Every year I try to make the pilgrimage to the annual Kutztown Folk Festival. It is the oldest continuously operated folklife festival in America. This nine-day event draws visitors from all over the world. The festival provides insight into the traditions of the Pennsylvania Dutch and their fascinating way of life. I try to keep a low profile and thought the small but mighty Olympus PEN-F would be my camera of choice for this visit. It clearly did not disappoint. I used the prime M.Zuiko 17mm f1.8 lens for all of the images.