Archived posting to the Leica Users Group, 1999/02/19
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Hello to all --
Francois Brunelle, Bill Caldwell and I are delighted to report that
arrangements for the MALUG event on Saturday, 2/27 are now complete and we
are eager to welcome LUGers and LUGer "wannabes" to the Marriott Wardman Park
in Washington, D.C. We believe that the agenda schedule and topics permit
outstanding opportunities for all in attendance to learn, share and contribute
to the wealth of Leica knowlege, technique and fellowship in the best spirit
of the LUG.
For those of you who have not yet confirmed your participation, please let us
hear from you right away! The registration fee of $35 includes a terrific
lunch, a roll of Kodak film and (best of all) a Tom Abrahamson Softie to the
first 30 registrants. The featured presenters are well worth the price of
admission, and all of us look forward to each individual attendees' thoughts
and comments throughout the day. I have secured a special rate for Friday
night, 2/26 of $99 (plus tax) for those who wish to arrive the night before,
so please email me if you would like a reservation.
8:30 - 9:30 "Leica Today" Where is our favorite company going...and how!
9:30 - 10:30 Leica Historical Society: Bill Bivens will present on vintage
and wartime Leicas, and the heritage and
modern value of LHSA
10:30 - 11:15 Swap Meet and Dealers Showcase: Here's the chance to buy and
sell new and not-so-new. Bring what you'd like to swap or sell.
11:15 - 12:00 Documentary Photography: Grace Taylor will present her
critically- acclaimed images made during her "ideal day" in a central
Mexican village which have resulted in two major gallery
exhibitions in Washington. Grace photographs in B&W and favors an
M6 with 35mm aspherical.
12:00 - 1:00 LUNCHEON & GUEST SPEAKER: Sal DiMarco will share his
experiences as a photojournalist who has used both M and R Leicas
for over 40 years during his distinguished career as a contributor to
Time, Life, Forbes and numerous other magazines. Currently a contract
photographer with Black Star photo agency, he is in high demand for
portraits of industry leaders featured in high-tech trade journals.
1:00 - 3:30 MALUG Shoot Out: The neighborhood surrounding the Hotel is
famous for its architecture, park-like setting and proximity to the
National Zoo, and abounds with interesting and worthwhile subjects of
photographic interest. Rules to be announced at lunch.
3:30 - 5:00 SLIDE SHOW: Attendees are invited to bring 3-5 slides to
share with the group.
As you can see, this is going to be a terrific event and all of us here hope
you will make plans to attend. If you have any questions, please email me or
give me a call at 202-328-2982. If you have to leave a voice mail, I will
call you back!
Best regards -- Mike