Yuletide Jamboree

10:30am

Wildlife of Africa: the Serengeti & the Okavango Delta

with special guest speaker Buddy Eleazer

Buddy Eleazer is an international award-winning wildlife photographer whose work celebrates the African landscape and its rich wildlife, people, and culture. Buddy has led over 80 photo safari trips to Africa with trips covering both eastern Africa and southern Africa. 

With a deep respect and understanding for African wildlife, Buddy unfolds the world of the Serengeti, the Okavango Delta and other wildlife-rich destinations with striking emotional depth and storytelling. His photographic safaris allow the traveler to enhance their understanding of photography, lighting, and wildlife, while developing a lifelong admiration for Africa 's beauty and culture.

A safari trip of a lifetime begins with knowing where to go in Africa and when to go. Buddy will be sharing valuable tips to help in your planning Over the years, he has developed a close relationship with guides and lodge owners. This ‘insider’s view’ of Africa provides him with a unique perspective for a photographer on safari. In addition, through the images shared during the presentation, Buddy will also share techniques you can use to capture better wildlife photos whether at home or a distant destination.

12:00pm

Photographing the Northern Lights in your Backyard

We've got a limited opportunity to see the Aurora Borealis in Pennsylvania right now, and with a few simple tips you can make some great photos with any camera- even your smartphone!

The Sun is at the peak of its 11-year cycle, which means unusually active sunspots and lots of opportunities to see the Northern Lights. If you've seen all those great photos on social media and want to try capturing some of those shots yourself, this session will help you out.

We'll talk about how to get advance notice when the Aurora are about to happen, where to go and how to plan for the best viewing opportunities, and camera settings, tips, and gear to help you make spectacular images. Stop by for this free session and get ready to capture the magic.