CMPG Hands-On Meeting
A Touch of Color Challenge
When:
Wednesday, 19 August 2026, 6:30 to 9:00 PM (sunset: 7:57 PM)
Where:
Meet at Tiber Park in Old Ellicott City, at Maryland Avenue and Main Street, across from the B&O Museum.
Introduction:
Our next Hands-On Group activity is the Touch of Color Challenge. This is an activity for all skill levels. We’ll explore downtown Ellicott City shooting in Black & White. But there is a twist. While processing, we’ll add color to compliment the visual interest of the photograph. At least two techniques will be provided in the form of processing tutorials.
Overview:
Color is descriptive. Black and white is interpretive. – Elliott Erwitt*
We'll explore Old Ellicott City for about an hour in small groups on what I hope will be a lovely summer evening. We'll meet back at Tiber Park to discuss our experiences. Please bring your patience and cooperation and remember this is an exercise - please do not overly frustrate yourself. Make this an enjoyable experience.
Submit up to 5 images from this challenge.
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What to bring:
- Camera
- Favorite walk around lens
What to prepare:
- Shooting in B&W and Raw processing.
Reference:
* Elliot Erwitt, Magnum photos, multiple internet sources
