RPVC Meeting and Program Dates 2026
January 22, 2026 Zoom
2/19, 3/19, 4/16, 5/21, 6/18, 7/16
8/20, 9/17, 10/15, 11/19
December ?
 
Zoom Meetings start at 7:00 pm 
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​ Zoom Meeting January 22, 2026 - 7:00pm 

 Michele Sons Presents "Cultivating a Connection With Nature and Landscapes"

Michele Sons works in the publication/commercial/editorial world as well as the fine art world. Her clients include National Geographic, The Wilderness Society, Smokies Life, Eastern National, The Appalachian Trail Conservancy, and collectors throughout the United States. Her work has been exhibited in museums and galleries domestically and internationally. 

Michele is an author and educator with a holistic approach to teaching about the technical and artistic side of photography.

CULTIVATING CONNECTION: Techniques for More Expressive Imagery
​ "Connecting with nature" is a buzzy and popular media term these days, and we're also seeing it appear more frequently in relation to photography instruction. But what does it mean, exactly? What's the point, and why do we care as photographers? How can we connect with nature and landscapes? Join me as I share some examples of how I connect with the places I photograph, and how I use that connection to harness and hone my unique artistic vision.

Michele Sons website is https://www.michelesons.com/

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​Hope to see you all! 
Paula, Scott, Mary, and Jay