Dec
31
2009
Last sunset of 2009
the view from the Chalet….
Dec
31
2009
New Years Eve Day….
Woke to more than a foot of snow…skies are clearing the fireworks tonight should be spectacular!
Dec
30
2009
Sunrise in Ouray
Snapped this photo with my camera phone this chilly morning. Love those pink clouds!
Jun
4
2009
Ice Park Trail
Woke up to a beautiful morning – sun is out and all of us locals are hoping that we may just get a day with no rain! My good friend Mary called and we were able to get a quick walk in with her dog, Maya. We went out on the Ouray Ice Park Trail which is a two-mile loop through the ice park. The trail also takes you back to the 100+ year old dam.
Mt. Abrams
Old Ouray Resevoir
Taken at the bridge just below the dam
And yes – Maya loves to go for a dip!
Maya returning to shore after a quick dip
Jun
1
2009
Bear Creek Falls
Bear Creek Falls and Highway 550
Was able to get a quick hike up to the Sutton Mine this morning! Fantastic!
Bear Creek Falls and Highway 550
Jan
28
2009
Photography Classes offered in Grand Junction
Our friend Steve Traudt is offering several classes down in Grand Junction.
Photoshop Elements 6/7 Basics… Saturday, January 10, 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM. $109.
Hands-on training for Photoshop Elements v6/7 Use classroom computer (limited number) or bring your laptop with Elements 6.0 or 7.0 installed (bring an external mouse & AC adapter). Designed for beginners. We teach optimizing, printing and saving your images. Learn to enhance and correct your photos. You receive extensive class notes plus a CD. Mac users welcome too; bring your Mac laptop with 6.0 installed! 1 hour lunch.
Rebel With A Cause: Using Your Digital Rebel, 2 Wednesday nights: January 21 & 28, 5:30 PM to 9:00 PM. $99 Exciting class for Canon Digital Rebels, including XT; XTi; XSi & XS. You learn the various controls, settings and adjustments. We explain the Basic and Creative “zones”. We also cover flash, lenses and getting proper exposures. This class puts YOU in control of this wonderful camera! Class notes on CD. Bring camera and instruction book.
Photoshop Elements 6/7 Intermediate “Wow”
Saturday, January 31, 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM. $119 . Steve teaches more secrets of this amazing program including layers; retouching; layer masks; targeted adjustments; cool montage effects; restoring old photos and more. Use classroom computer (limited number) or ring your laptop (PC or Mac) with Elements 6/7installed (bring an external mouse & AC adapter). You receive class notes and a CD. You need a basic understanding of Elements or have taken Steve’s Basic class. One hour lunch. After taking this class, you will truly say, “Wow!”
Using Your Digital SLR Camera… Exploring The Basics.
2 Wednesday nights, Feb 4 & 11. 5:30 -9:00 pm. $99. A series of informative presentations which give you the tools needed to help your photography achieve the next level. Steve’s trademark energy and enthusiasm will truly have you rediscovering the joy of photography! Programs include: Composition; Depth of Field; Shutter Speeds; Histograms; RAW; Flash and more. Class is for users of digital SLR cameras. Same classes Steve presents at national seminars. Don’t miss this chance to learn from a pro! Bring your camera and instruction book.
Mastering HDR Workshop…
Saturday, Feb. 7 1:00 to 5:00 PM. $99. HDR or “high dynamic range” lets us photograph scenes formerly impossible to capture in a single image. As usual, Steve will demystify the process and have you producing jaw-dropping results! Hands-on class: bring your camera and tripod. Bring your laptop too; with Photomatix Pro loaded; free trial download at: www.hdrsoft.com or use a classroom computer (limited number). This is cool stuff. Sign up soon!
Photoshop Elements 6/7 Basics…Saturday, Feb 28, 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM. $109. See above for description.
Register Early
Classes often sell out
Arrive 10′ early
Classes start promptly
Call 243-7074 To Register
Cancellation Policy: Take your registration seriously. Classes are popular; space is limited. Cancel 7 or more days before class and full amount is transferred to another class. Cancel inside 7 days or no-show and 50% transferred to another class. No cash refunds.
Frameworks Gallery
309 Main Street, Grand Junction
970-243-7074
Classes ~ Fine Art ~ Custom Framing
Photographs by Rob Kurtzman
Custom Ultrachrome Giclees & Printing
Custom Printing & Classes Coming Soon
New Smaller Class Size
Classes limited to 12 or less. Most classes include assistant. Best value in the Valley!
Steve Traudt presents national photo programs, writes articles, exhibits fine art and is a pharmacist. His photographs have won many awards and been accepted in exhibitions worldwide. He is known for his energy and enthusiasm and ability to explain even difficult subjects. Visit Steve at: www.synvis.com
Dick Colby assists Steve to help keep the students on track. His computer and Photoshop background is invaluable and greatly enhances the learning.
Jan
18
2009
Winter Arts Festival February 13 – 15, 2009
This annual winter show is courtesy of the Ouray County Arts Association. All entries are welcome including any art or craft, such as fine art, jewelry, needlework, and and other art form. Must be ready to hang/display. Bin work is also accepted.
Registration: 9 a.m. – noon, Friday, February 13, 2009, Ouray Community Center.
To download a registration form, click HERE
Entry Fee: Free for members of OCAA and student, 18 and younger; $15 fee for non-members of OCAA.
Sales: All pieces must be for sale. OCAA retains 30% of sale price.
Awards: This is a non-juried show. There will be one award of $50 for People’s Choice.
Pick-up: It is the sole responsibility of the artist to pick up entries not sold. Pick-up is between 3 and 5p.m., Sunday, February 15, 2009.
Our friend, Steve Traudt, is a wonderful teacher that is offering classes in Ouray via Weehawken Ceative Arts. You can learn more about Steve at www.synvis.com.
Using Your Digital SLR Camera. Saturday, March 14, 2009. 9 am – 4:30 pm. Instruction & inspiration! Sign up by March 1 for $118 (Weehawken members) or $130. After March 1, $130/$145. Held at Ouray School, 5th ST & 7th Ave. One hour lunch, on your own. See www.weehawkenarts.org for more details. A packed day, filled with information thru a series of presentations which give you the tools needed to help your photography achieve the next level. Steve’s trademark energy and enthusiasm will truly have you rediscovering the joy of photography! Programs include: Composition; Depth of Field; Shutter peeds; Histograms; RAW; Flash and more. Class is for users of digital SLR cameras. Same classes Steve presents at national seminars. Don’t miss this chance to learn from a pro! Bring your camera and instruction book.
Photoshop Elements 6/7 WOW. Saturday, April 25, 2009. 9 am – 4:30 pm. Sign up by April 11 for $126 for Weehawken members or $140. After April 11, $140/$154. An updated, hands-on training class for users of photoshop Elements! We will be using Photoshop Elements 6.0/7.0, an incredible program for working with your digital photographs. Bring your laptop computer (PC or Mac) with either Elements 6.0 or 7.0 installed (be
sure to bring an external mouse, mouse pad and your AC adapter too). This class features the best exercises from my Elements classes. We take you thru the process of optimizing your images, learning how to enhance
and correct your photos. Many more topics including the power of layers; retouching and restoring old photos are covered. We’ll also learn many creative and exciting techniques. Class includes an assistant to keep you on track. Steve will draw on his years of teaching Photoshop and show you many great secrets. You receive a notebook and CD with the class images for later reference. You NEED to have a basic working understanding of Elements. Steve’s easy going style will have you up and running in no time.
Don’t miss it! After taking this class, you will say, “Wow!” . See www.weehawkenarts.org for more details. Held at Ouray School, 5th ST & 7th Ave. One hour lunch, on your own.