We are a group of photographers of all ages and skill levels, with the common goal of developing, enhancing, and nurturing our photography skills, all while having fun!  All are encouraged to join, no matter how much, or how little, experience you have behind the lens, as long as you have the interest and desire to learn from, and share with, others.  This group is meant to be interactive, proactive, and fun as we explore the various aspects of the art of photography.  

I love High Dynamic Range (HDR) photography and everybody seems to think it's too hard or too complicated. I want to demystify it and teach what I know about it. It seems to me that people either love it or hate it. But, I think it has a very useful purpose. HDR images can be very realistic and also very surrealistic. It just depends on your person taste. I can show you how to compose your shots, pick the right subjects, how to setup your camera to photograph in HDR and how to post process your …

Go backpacking with like-minded individuals, find great places, and shoot them (the places, that is.) I hunt the remarkable unseen landscape, the rarely or never-before-photographed, and I love a challenge. I love backpacking in the wilderness, the mountains, or in the desert with two purposes: to enjoy my time in nature and, to bring back her magical moments in a box for others to enjoy. If you prefer to hike solo but want to hike with a compatible hiking companion, this group may be for you. T …

F Stop International, a mentor program, has been in existence since February of 2006 and became a Meet Up member in September 2009. Our group's training staff consists of several degreed photographers who are also Certified Professional Photographers. We welcome all to come and observe our meetings and see if FSIPPA is for you. We cater to the very experienced to the newest beginner in the DC/VA/MD area. So don't let our name discourage you. Thank you for your interest in FSIPPA and we hope your …