Within the display of the 93 works of The Art of Photography exhibit, a related master class is scheduled in the early evening of Wednesday, September 6. Starting at 5:30pm in Orange Hall Gallery, the event entitled Beyond the Snapshot: The Camera as a Tool of Art, will feature a walkaround viewing of the exhibit followed by an interactive lecture with discussion on the history and types of photography plus composition. Then, hands-on short picture shoots will be assigned. Participants should bring their digital cameras and/or cellphones for the assignment. After the picture shoot, a regroup will offer the opportunity of computer projection and analyzing the breakout experience by exchanging ideas and viewing photographs.

Experienced, enthusiastic professor Mary Cathryn Roth will teach/lead the master class which is free and open to the public. Photographers of all abilities are welcome.

Take advantage of this educational opportunity and have fun while you are doing it.

Mary Cathryn Roth is an adjunct professor of art and photography at SUNY Orange. She  is a Guild Member of the Historical Society of Early American Decoration (HSEAD.org), and member of the Professional Photographers of America, The College Art Association and the Orange County NY Arts Council. She holds a BA from Rice University and an MFA from City College of New York.

For additional information and questions, email Cultural Affairs at cultural@sunyorange.edu