Monday, October 5, 2026 @ 7pm
In-person and Zoom Meeting – Heidi Wilson and Cheryl Diermyer
Images in PPA’s International Photographic Competition are judged on 12 criteria: The 12 Elements of a Merit Image. In this presentation, the 12 elements will be reviewed and then participants will practice recognizing the elements in notable photos. Photography trivia challenges will be interspersed throughout the evening. You will also have time to practice increasing your speed when changing your camera settings for those just-in-time situations you want to capture. The knowledge and practice gained in this presentation will be beneficial for next month’s club competition as well as sharpening each participant’s strengths as a photographer.
Be sure to bring your camera for this active and engaging presentation!
In-Person and Zoom meeting opens at 6:30 pm for a social time before the presentation. Visitors are always welcome.
Presented by Heidi Wilson
Heidi Wilson is a newly-retired teacher (36 years of middle and high school English and film studies) who is excited to take opportunities to play with her new Serious camera. Several camera club members have inspired her photography, explorations of new places, and understanding of her camera settings!
Presented by Cheryl Diermyer
Cheryl Diermyer is a portrait photographer, educator, and former television photojournalist who is passionate about capturing the authentic spirit of people, pets, and life stories. Her career has taken her from telling stories as a CBS video journalist to serving as an Associate Director of Education Innovation, and back to her first love—visual storytelling through photography. Cheryl believes photography is more than creating images; it’s about preserving memories and building connections. As a lifelong learner, she enjoys mentoring photographers, exploring new creative techniques, and inspiring others to discover the power of finding beauty, meaning, and connection through the images they create. Original-Images.com