“BOX WITH A HOLE IN IT” 4-lecture Series with Rip Williams (Free, Limited Seating)
2025-02-15 12:00 - 16:00 (America/Denver) | Guerrilla Photo Group, 609 Gold Ave. SW, STE 2A, Albuquerque, NM, 87102, United States
Schedule:
12:00 PM: Welcome and Introductions
LECTURE 1 (12:15-12:45pm): “THE MEANING OF LIGHT” or the “photo” in PHOTOgraphy
Learn about the four “facets” of light: direction, quantity, color, and quality.
LECTURE 2 (12:45-2:15pm): “BOX WITH A HOLE” or intro to camera the “graphy” in photoGRAPHY
Understand the exposure triangle, “stops”, shutter speed, aperture, ISO/ASA speed, reciprocity, white balance, camera modes, and more.
HAND’S ON WORKSHOP: (2:30-4:00pm): “STUDIO 101” – Intro to concepts, gear and common portraiture techniques
Studio application: why strobes, set safety, radios, camera setup, light functions (key, fill, background, rim, accent, etc.), “ratios”, and common setups.
You’ll work hand’s on across several different setups with a group of G.P.G. mentors.
4:00pm-8:00pm – Open community studio time.
Seating is limited for the workshops from 12:00-4:00pm, with open studio slots available from 4:00pm-8pm. Register below to guarantee your seat for the presentations! No RSVP is required to attend the latter half of the day’s Meetup (18+ only.) This event is BYOB (21+ to consume.) Join us! If you’d like to book a free studio slot in the late afternoon, do it in on your Member Resources Page (you must be logged in. Membership, like the time slot, is free!) Check out the FAQ’s or reach out if you have any questions!

Parking
You’re parking downtown, so plan accordingly. On-street parking is widely available, with varying lengths of parking meter times, etc. There are also numerous nearby lots where, for a couple of bucks, one can park all day. The closest of these lots is almost across the street at the SE corner of Gold and 7th.

Arrival/Wayfinding
The studio is located on the of the north side of Gold Ave, on the second story of the building immediately west of the lovely Boese Brothers Brewery Patio. Sadly, the building long predates the ADA, so no elevator is present. Come in the front doors of the clearly marked “609” building, and up the flight of stairs to your right. We’re at the top of the stairs, double doors on your right!

This event is 18+ only, BYOB (21+ to consume.)
Check out the FAQ’s or reach out if you have any questions.

Rip Williams
Celebrating 31 years of glamour, fashion, and commercial imagery.
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FREE COMMUNITY PHOTO STUDIO (Free, 18+, BYOB)
2025-02-15 16:00 - 20:00, 2025-03-03 17:30 - 21:00, 2025-03-15 16:00 - 20:00, 2025-04-07 17:30 - 21:00, 2025-04-19 12:00 - 20:00, 2025-05-05 17:30 - 21:00, 2025-05-17 12:00 - 20:00, 2025-06-21 12:00 - 20:00 and 9 more dates | Guerrilla Photo Group, 609 Gold Ave. SW, STE 2A, Albuquerque, NM, 87102, United States
Join us for open photography studio (18+, BYOB!), supporting the modeling, HMUA, designer, and photographer community.
No R.S.V.P. required. Drop in, watch, get involved, play!
You can book a specific 30-minute studio time slot if you wish. Simply click the >>> Click Here To Book It <<< link (must be logged in.)

GPG Advisory Board Meeting
2025-03-14 18:30 - 20:00, 2025-04-11 18:30 - 20:00, 2025-05-09 18:30 - 20:00, 2025-06-13 18:30 - 20:00, 2025-07-11 18:30 - 20:00, 2025-08-08 18:30 - 20:00, 2025-09-12 18:30 - 20:00, 2025-10-10 18:30 - 20:00 and 1 more date | Albuquerque Press Club, 209 Highland Pk. Cr., Albuquerque, NM, 87102, United States
The GPG Advisory Board meets monthly on the second Friday at a rotating offsite location. Anyone can observe, or participate in the discussion (though only Board Members can vote, etc.) If you have suggestions, feedback or would like more information about the Advisory Board, please contact Rip Williams.

"Ay-Ides of March: Artificial Intelligence for Photographers and Entrepreneurs" by Jason Kaczorowski (Limited Seating, 18+, BYOB)
2025-03-15 12:00 - 16:00 | Guerrilla Photo Group, 609 Gold Ave. SW, STE 2A, Albuquerque, NM, 87102, United States
Topics:
AI for Photographers

Automated Image Editing: AI tools can quickly adjust exposure, contrast, and colors, or even perform tasks like noise reduction, making the editing process faster and more efficient.
Automated Culling: AI can help photographers quickly sort through large batches of photos by automatically identifying the best shots based on factors like focus, facial expressions, and composition.
Face Detection and Retouching: AI can identify and enhance faces in photos, making it easier to smooth skin, brighten eyes, or remove blemishes without the need for manual retouching.
Content-Aware Editing: AI can fill in missing parts of an image or remove unwanted elements by understanding the context of the scene, making editing less time-consuming.
Noise Reduction: AI can analyze and remove noise from images, especially in low-light or high-ISO shots, producing cleaner, sharper photos without losing fine details.

AI for Entrepreneurs

Customer Support (Chatbots and Virtual Assistants): AI-powered chatbots and virtual assistants can handle customer inquiries, troubleshoot problems, and provide 24/7 support. This reduces the need for human intervention, improves response times, and enhances customer satisfaction.
Marketing Automation and Personalization: AI tools help entrepreneurs create personalized marketing campaigns by analyzing customer behavior and preferences. These tools can automate email marketing, social media management, content recommendations, and targeted advertising.
Sales and Lead Generation: AI can automate the process of identifying potential customers (leads) and scoring them based on their likelihood of conversion. AI can also assist in nurturing leads through personalized communication, increasing sales efficiency.
Content Creation and Copywriting: AI-powered writing assistants and tools can generate content for websites, blogs, advertisements, and social media. Entrepreneurs can save time on content creation while maintaining quality and consistency.
Product and Service Innovation: AI can help entrepreneurs identify gaps in the market by analyzing consumer feedback and market trends. This assists in developing new products or services that meet customer demands more effectively.

AI for Social Media

ChatGPT (via integrations like ManyChat or MobileMonkey): AI-driven chatbots like ManyChat or MobileMonkey integrate with platforms like Facebook Messenger, Instagram, and WhatsApp to automate conversations with followers, answer questions, and assist with customer support.
Canva (AI-powered design tools): Canva’s AI-driven tools can suggest design elements, layouts, and templates based on user preferences and previous designs. This is particularly helpful for creating engaging social media visuals and content quickly.
Hootsuite, Buffer & Lately.ai: These social media management platforms incorporate AI for scheduling posts, monitoring social media activity, and analyzing performance. Its AI-driven features help users optimize posting times and generate insights on engagement. These tools can help generate social media content from long-form content like blogs or videos. It helps entrepreneurs and marketers produce multiple social posts quickly by analyzing the tone and style of existing content.
NotebookLM: NotebookLM helps users by acting as an AI-powered collaborator that analyzes uploaded documents, allowing users to ask questions, generate summaries, create outlines, and receive insights based on the information within your specific sources, essentially becoming an expert on your chosen topic by grounding the language model in your notes and documents; making it ideal for research, note-taking, and idea organization.
Grammarly: Grammarly is an AI copywriting tool that can help with writing and editing text for social media.

Day’s Schedule:
12:00pm-4:00pm – Lecture and presentation (limited seating, RSVP below)
4:00pm-8:00pm – Open Studio, (no RSVP required, but you can reserve your 30-minute practice slot here)
This event is 18+ only, BYOB (21+ to consume.)
Check out the FAQ’s or reach out if you have any questions.

Jason Kaczorowski
With 20 years of experience, and more than 2,000 clients captured, Jason’s photography has received over 50 awards. He has been hailed as the “Best Wedding Photographer in Chicago” by CBS News, “Top Chicago Wedding Photographer” by PartySlate and his work has been featured in People Magazine, Rolling Stone Magazine, Billboard Magazine, Spin Magazine, The Huffington Post, Martha Stewart Weddings Magazine, Modern Luxury Magazine, Chicago Style, Style Me Pretty, The Knot Magazine, The Chicago Tribune, The New York Post, The Miami Herald, The Los Angeles Times, The San Francisco Examiner, CBS 2 News Chicago, NBC 5 News Chicago, ABC 7 News Chicago and many more.
He operates Jason Kaczorowski Photography where he manages 7 photographers whom capture clients in the greatest destinations across the globe. In 2024, his studio photographed 170 clients. He also operates a branding business in Albuquerque; “The Brand of Enchantment”, which serves clients throughout New Mexico.
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Collaborative Photographic Community Gala (19th Annual!)
2025-08-09 17:30 - 23:30 | Albuquerque Press Club, 209 Highland Pk. Cr., Albuquerque, NM, 87102, United States
JOIN US IN CELEBRATION OF THE SOUTHWEST’S COLLABORATIVE PHOTOGRAPHIC ARTS COMMUNITY!
Guerrilla Photo Group presents the 19th annual industry social/mixer.
We’re commemorating 19 years of free programming for Models, Photographers, MUAs, Hair Stylists and Fashion Designers of all skill levels. It’s a perfect opportunity for all of us to network, clink glasses, share good cheer, and celebrate New Mexico’s collaborative photo community!
The FREE TO ATTEND event will be held at the historic Albuquerque Press Club. You are personally, very cordially invited to be our special guests in this private landmark club. Be kind and respectful to our gracious hosts. 18+. Absolutely no outside beverages.
NEW WORK SHOWING: “Well Re(a)d – Photographic Interpretations of Literature”
5:30-6:30pm: Artist and Sponsor Reception
6:30-9:00pm: Social/Mixer
9:00pm: Brief Presentation
9:00-midight: Frolicksome merriment!
DRESS CODE:
Please dress to impress! But anything from cocktail attire to less…attire is acceptable! (Must be street legal, of course.)
GUERRILLA PHOTO GROUP’S MISSION:
“Guerrilla Photo Group serves the photographic arts community and allied fields though education, professional development, networking and exhibition with unique collaborative programming.”
Presented by our 2025 Community Advisory Board

"EnLIGHTenment: A Brighter Perspective" by Alan Osterholtz (Limited Seating, 18+, BYOB)
2025-10-18 12:00 - 16:00 | Guerrilla Photo Group, 609 Gold Ave. SW, STE 2A, Albuquerque, NM, 87102, United States
The incomparable Alan Osterholtz joins us for the fifth year! Viewers of Alan’s work are often surprised to learn that it is captured in a single frame, with real-world practical lighting and no compositing of any kind. He’s joined this year by the model, Natalie.
Watch and learn as Alan demonstrates his unique alternative capture processes leveraging slow shutter, light-painted backdrops, smart LED bars, simple tools and techniques honed over many years. Multiple projectors simultaneously provide a live view of what’s occuring during the capture and the resulting exposure. Take the opportunity for a glimpse into the mind of a true light alchemist, in real time. You’ll build your own basic light painting “toys” out of simple materials (provided.) Then, stick around for an extended Q&A and to apply what you’ve learned yourself, with hands-on mentorship through the open studio time 4-8pm.
This workshop is valued at $449/seat, but is being provided FREE by Alan through the GPG Workshops ($10 materials fee.) Seating is limited and will fill up.
Schedule:
12:00pm-4:00pm – Lecture and presentation (limited seating, RSVP below)
4:00pm-8:00pm – Open Studio, (no RSVP required, but you can reserve your 30-minute practice slot here)
This event is 18+ only, BYOB (21+ to consume.)
Check out the FAQ’s or reach out if you have any questions.
Health Warning: This workshop subjects the attendees to a darkened studio and includes moving/flashing/multicolored lights that may be disruptive to some people with epilepsy or other conditions of light sensitivity.

Alan Osterholtz
Alan’s work definitely “wows” and is widely sough-after in both the modeling community and much further flung in the international astrophotography sphere.
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Natalie
Natalie is an Albuquerque-based artist and model.
Modeling: @lilnana
Check out her art @natsalchemy
