September 2024 DPA Newsletter
September 2024 DPA Newsletter:
Master the Rule of Thirds with Stunning Examples
Breathtaking Wildlife Tours
September FinerWorks Winners!
Photo by John Cullum, a Digital Photo Academy instructor in Orlando.
As the summer fades into fall, September is a great time to get out with your camera. The light softens, the colors shift, and the changing scenery offers fresh perspectives. Whether you’re capturing the first signs of autumn or the lingering energy of summer, September provides a perfect mix of elements for unique and interesting photos.
Digital Photo Academy is pleased to bring you the latest updates and photography inspiration in our recently relaunched monthly newsletter. This is all made possible by our valued sponsor, Finerworks.
Russ Croop Rule of Thirds Video
Digital Photo Academy Denver Instructor Russ Croop—a Colorado native with a lifelong passion for photography—shares his expertise by making creative videos.
With photo experience ranging from teaching to capturing stunning images across the US and Europe, Russ brings a wealth of experience to every shot.
In this video, Russ dives into the rule of thirds, showing how placing subjects along grid lines can turn an ordinary shot into a captivating one.
Watch and enjoy!
Capture the Wild with David Gibbon’s Wild Lens Nature Tours
David Gibbon is a renowned wildlife photographer leading specialized photography tours to capture some of the world’s most elusive species.
With years of experience, numerous awards, and a deep respect for wildlife, David ensures each tour is as enriching as it is adventurous.
His upcoming Wild Lens Nature Tours offer incredible opportunities to photograph rare wildlife in their natural habitats. We’re highlighting just a few of these breathtaking opportunities below!
*For more details and booking, reach out to David using the contact info above.*
| Arctic Fox Tour February 15th – 21st, 2026 | Iceland Join David on a journey to the Hornstrandir Nature Reserve, home to the highest density of Arctic Foxes in the world. This tour provides an unmatched opportunity to photograph both the rare Blue Morph and the White Arctic Fox in the rugged Icelandic wilderness. With accommodations in a remote, rustic house and a chance to witness the Northern Lights, this trip is a dream for any wildlife photographer. |
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| White Arctic Fox photographed by David on Hornstrandir during his 2017 trip. |
| Grimsey Island, Iceland Sold out for 2025. Inquire for 2026 availability. Join David and Kevin Morgans on this thrilling adventure to photograph a diverse array of arctic birds, including Puffins, as well as Icelandic wild horses on the remote and picturesque Grimsey Island, located within the Arctic Circle. |
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| Puffin photographed in beautiful backlighton Grimsey Island by David during his 2023 trip. |
Photo Workshops to Empower Foster Youth
Enroll in any of our Digital Photo Academy back-to-back September photo workshops, and we will donate 50% of your purchase ($75) to support youth in foster care to the nonprofit Communities for People.
For every back-to-back signup in September, we’ll donate half of your fee to Communities for People, a nonprofit that provides programs and services to foster youth in the greater Boston area and the state of Rhode Island. (Buy our back-to-back workshop for $150, and $75 goes to Communities for People.)
They offer services such as foster care, counseling, wellness programs, and residential support to meet the needs of those they serve.
Email [email protected] to learn more about your donation.
September Finerworks Award Winners
Every month, our judges select 2 of our social media members to receive an HD Metal print of one of their photos, printed by our sponsor Finerworks.
We choose one winner from each of our Facebook groups:
“Celebrating Senior Shutterbugs” and “Digital Photo Academy Community”
| Posted on our “Digital Photo Academy Community” Facebook group by Bryan Haworth: |
| Posted on our “Celebrating Senior Shutterbugs” Facebook group by Steve Disenhof: |
Live Photography Classes in 24 Cities
Access the live cities page on our website to explore upcoming photo workshops in your area. Elevate your photography skills with help from our experienced instructors in interactive sessions!
Our Social Media
Connect, share, and spread cheer! Join our Facebook groups to participate in our monthly prize contests in collaboration with Finerworks.
Facebook Groups:
“Celebrating Senior Shutterbugs” and “Digital Photo Academy Community”
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