Monday, April 7 @ 7pm
In-Person and Zoom Meeting – Eric Kaltner
At the beginning of the meeting, we will be announcing the winners from the 2025 Spring Competition and installing the 2025-26 RCC Board.
Being an aviation photographer requires patience, skill, and a passion for aircraft. Capturing the perfect shot involves understanding lighting conditions and the best vantage points. Whether photographing commercial jets, military planes, or airshows, timing and precision are crucial. The thrill of capturing a high-speed aircraft in a single frame makes the challenge incredibly rewarding. In his presentation, Eric will share his images and stories, how to use light to your advantage, what gear he uses, challenges, and how to be ready to capture these fast-moving objects.
Our Zoom meetings open at 6:30 pm for a social time before the presentation. Visitors are always welcome.A
Presented by Eric Kaltner
I’m Eric Kaltner, from Chula Vista CA. My father was a WWII history buff, who loved WWII aircraft. As a kid, dad would always take me to Airshows. Still today, I love seeing airplanes and going inside them. I have been capturing images for about 7 years. It started when a friend loaned me his camera and I took some okay images, but I wanted to get better. I sharpened my skills during COVID while capturing images of wildlife. I soon found myself focusing on what I really wanted to do, aviation photography. Although I feel I still have a lot to learn, I enjoy sharing how to use light to your advantage and how to capture great airshow images.