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Dec

Behind the Curtain Photography Workshop: Explore the Historic State Theatre

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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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Jun

Bluebells & Flora at Bowman’s Hill

By Frank T. Smith 2 Comments

Join me on a captivating journey to Bowman’s Hill Wildflower Preserve in New Hope, PA, where I explore the beauty of early spring flora through the lens of macro photography. In this video, I’ll walk you through my process of setting up camera shots, focusing on key elements such as composition, complementary colors, depth of field, and proper exposure. I’ll also delve into computational photography techniques and share general camera setup tips to help you capture stunning images.

Check out the breathtaking bluebells and other vibrant flowers as they bloom, showcasing the incredible detail and beauty of nature just coming to life. Whether you’re a photography enthusiast or simply love the wonders of springtime, this video offers valuable insights and inspiration for your own photographic adventures. Don’t miss out on the spectacular visuals and in-depth tips that will elevate your macro photography skills!

Please check out my video from this beautiful place: https://youtu.be/RvWu-d_v7-I

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Dec

OM-5 In the Dolomites & My Impressions

By Frank T. Smith Closed

In this video, I will share my thoughts and impressions on the new OM-5 camera from OM System. I will share my experiences along with images from this camera and some of the associated specifications. I will also highlight some of the computational features I use. The imagery shown in this video is a small sampling of approximately 10 days in the Italian Dolomites. All of the images were shot using this camera.

The lenses I used with the OM-5 are the M.Zuiko Digital ED 8-25mm F4.0 PRO, M.Zuiko ED 12-100mm f4.0 IS PRO and M.Zuiko ED 40-150mm F4.0 PRO.

If you are interested in purchasing any of the OM System (Olympus) products, please consider using my link. I receive a small commission if you do so. Olympus Digital Cameras

Aug

Giving Pond – Landscapes and Butterflies

By Frank T. Smith Closed

Categories: Photography and video
Tags: Adventure, Bucks County, Butterflies, Butterfly, Frank T Smith, Frank T Smith Photography, Get Olympus, Giving Pond, Hike, Landscape, Landscapes, Olympus, OM Ambassador, OM System, OM-1, PA, Pennsylvania, Photo, Photograph, Photography, Pond, Tutorial

One of my favorite places to photograph is the Giving Pond in Bucks County, PA. My plan was to capture some early morning fog. But I ended up having to change plans. Check out the short adventure and the final results. Check out the video HERE

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

Mar

March 2021 Newsletter

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Categories: Photography and video
Tags: Landscape, Lehigh Parkway, March 2021 Newsletter, Newsletter, Olympus, OM-D, Pennsylvania, Photo, Photograph, Photography

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Mar

Dingmans Falls

By Frank T. Smith Closed

In this video I’ll share some of my imagery, hiking experiences and compositions as I make my way up to Dingmans Falls located in Dingmans Ferry, Pennsylvania. This part of the Delaware Water Gap National Recreational Area. In addition I will share my set up and process for photographing the main waterfall in a deep dark valley. I will share some of my settings and how I utilize the Olympus OM-D camera system. Explore, Capture & Create. Link: Click Here

Feb

Grey Towers With Bonus Discovery

By Frank T. Smith Closed

Please check out this video. I share some of my exploration at the National Historic Site of Grey Towers. I discuss some historic components and my compositional set ups. There is a total surprise I encountered and when you see it I hope you will find as much fun in it as I did. I will share some of my settings and how I utilize the Olympus OM-D camera system. Explore, Capture & Create.

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Feb

Delaware Water Gap Blending Live Composite

By Frank T. Smith Closed

This video will show you how I blended a daytime Live Composite image with a conventional long exposure from the Delaware Water Gap on top of Mount Minsi in Pennsylvania looking at Mount Tammany in New Jersey. To get here I will show you my winter hike along the way on the Appalachian Trail. As I move along the trail, I’ll share some of my images. Some of the vistas along the way are breathtaking. I will share some of my settings and how I utilize the Olympus OM-D camera system. Explore, Capture & Create. Click Here

Jan

Pursuing Your Passion Through a Different Lens

By Frank T. Smith 3 Comments

Categories: Photography
Tags: Olympus, PBS, PBS 39, Pennsylvania, Photo, Photograph, Photography, TED Talks, TEDx, TEDx Lehigh River

PBS39 & TEDxLehighRiver asked me to do a follow up to my previous TEDx talk. This is the write for the event: “Lehigh Valley photographer Frank Smith, who gave a TEDxLehighRiver talk in 2013 called “Looking Through the Lens: Vocation vs Avocation,” will discuss how he found alternative paths to get satisfaction from his work when the pandemic prevented him from exploring the world. His choices offer lessons for all of us.”

I hope you can Join me!

If you are interested here is a link to the event:

https://www.facebook.com/events/2433712780106266

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Behind the Curtain Photography Workshop: Explore the Historic State Theatre December 2, 2024
Unlocking New Perspectives: Landscape Photography with the OM System 150-600mm Lens November 21, 2024
Online Photography Summit October 22, 2024
Mastering Light at Dingmans Falls: 4 Camera Techniques for Stunning Photos October 2, 2024
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Bluebells & Flora at Bowman’s Hill June 3, 2024
Explore Beyond Limits with the OM System TG-7 May 24, 2024
Finding Clouds & Compositions at Waterloo Village April 22, 2024
Solar Eclipse 2024 April 8, 2024
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Photographing Patagonia w/the OM-5 June 23, 2023
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Architecture & the Art of Graphic Elements (Out w/ rule book) March 3, 2023
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Grounds For Sculpture January 29, 2023
Newsletter – January 2023 January 9, 2023
OM-5 In the Dolomites & My Impressions December 1, 2022
Halloween October 31, 2022
Giving Pond – Landscapes and Butterflies August 15, 2022
Newsletter – Summer 2022 August 3, 2022
Misty Morning February 7, 2022
Don’t Fall January 30, 2022
Newsletter – January 2022 January 29, 2022
M.Zuiko 20mm F1.4 PRO Lens Review December 22, 2021
Follow the Flow December 6, 2021
View From Warwick Farm Brewing A beautiful day and a beautiful view while enjoying my favorite beer with the M November 20, 2021
Entry Into the Past This beautiful door screamed to be photographed November 17, 2021
The Portal Somebody wrote Portal To Hell on the inside November 16, 2021
Frosty Morning For the past couple of weeks I have been shooting with an advanced model of the new M November 7, 2021
Hornbecks Falls Off the Hornbecks Trail in the Delaware Water Gap National Recreational Area October 28, 2021
Cooper at 5 Months We have been training him for several months and I’m happy to report he has officially graduated to Hiker & Photographer Assistant October 27, 2021
The Color of Autumn Off the Hornbecks Trail in the Delaware Water Gap National Recreational Area October 26, 2021
We’ll Leave the Light on For You I found another mushroom grouping at the base of a different tree on the Hornbecks Trail October 25, 2021
Forest Guardians I love the way these mammoth trees appear to be guarding the forest October 24, 2021
Forgotten Stairway There appeared to be an entrance to a long forgotten residence off the Hornbecks Trail in the Delaware Water Gap National Recreational Area October 22, 2021
Macro Mushroom Monday A purple mushroom??? I have never seen anything like this before October 18, 2021
Reaching Up From the Forest Floor My friend spotted this guy as we were heading back from the Toms Creek Trail October 17, 2021
Ghost Plantation II During my visit to Charleston SC, I wanted to photograph the live oak trees with the Spanish moss at some of the iconic entrances to the plantations October 11, 2021
Beach Sun Rays A late afternoon walk on the beach resulted in an interesting discovery October 9, 2021
Angel Oak As part of my visit to Charleston SC, I wanted to photograph the historic Southern Live Oak tree on Johns Island October 5, 2021
Behind the Curtain Photo Workshop – Easton State Theatre September 30, 2021
Mushroom Monday My hike up to Bake Oven Knob did not disappoint September 27, 2021
Arthur Ravenel Jr September 26, 2021

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