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38 FOUR SEASONS BREEZE | MAY 2020 Our mission is unchanged — to learn, share and have fun with photography. But during the "Big Chill Spring 2020" we execute the mission in a different way. Every week we send out a list of online classes available for free from nationally known photography instructors as well as a few fun tips and tricks to pass the time creatively. Jacque Sneddon made a wise observation that her dogs always get great joy out of doing a task with the knowledge that there is a treat coming. The training seminars give me something to look forward to and the knowledge I gain in those "aha" moments are my treat! Other things to do to keep your creative juices flowing and put a smile on your face might include: You and your partner play dress up and take goofy photos of each other. Set up a diorama on the dining table using a few of your favorite things and work on your Macro Photography and throw in some Focus Stacking. Set up dates and times to take Porch Family Photos of your neighbors (saw this on the news). Have them dress up in their Big Chill outfits while you stand on the street to photograph them in silly poses and share on the Four Seasons FaceBook page. Or your page or Instagram. Open a MasterClass account (half price right now). I have learned SO MUCH from MasterClass Sessions. And because I have a peanut-sized memory, I can watch classes again next month too. "Get together" with your neighbors and plan a sing along from the front steps. Old Beatles songs work because we all know the words. Or the song that is stuck in my head right now. "I'm Hennery the 8th I am" by Herman's Hermits. (See? Now it's stuck in your head.) Review all of your old photos and try them in black and white. Change the colors, add a texture. Who knows? Let your imagination run wild. But first and foremost, stay in place – maintain your space – cover your face. I love this community "More than I can say" (Leo Sayer). Take care all and I'll see you around soon. ~ ReNae Stueve, renaestueve@outlook.com PHOTOGRAPHY CLUB Just in case: Check with your club contact to confirm meeting place, date, and time. Jiffy • Photo by Elaine Hollman Timmy • Photo by Elaine Hollman Rocky • Photo by ReNae Stueve