We wanted to thank all our members and guests for their participation in this years holiday party and auction. Our members are the best and their generosity in purchasing the silent auction items was enough to easily cover our cost of the event and have a little left over to fund our future programs. We hope you enjoyed the Carrabba’s meal and many thanks to the folks who brought delicious desserts.
We still have a few items from the auction that did not get purchased. If you weren’t able to attend last night and would like to make a bid on these items, please let Rick Wise (richardlwise@gmail.com) know.
FreeWill Photography – Chris Scott Personal Coaching – Minimum Bid $25
If you haven’t seen Chris Scott’s videos on YouTube, you are missing something. https://www.youtube.com/@FreeWillPhotos. Chris has agreed to have a section on the software of your choosing and help you with your creative images.
Jim Nix Luminar Course – Minimum $10
Jim is an expert on using the Luminar software, If you have an interest in exploring this software as an alternative to Lightroom/Photoshop then this course is for you.
Anthony Morganti Photoshop Unleashed Course – Minimum Bid $25
Anthony Morganti is one of the most popular photo experts on YouTube.
https://www.youtube.com/@AnthonyMorganti/videos. Anthony is offering his newest Photoshop course so if you want to learn more about Photoshop, this is the course for you.
We will have some other items that didn’t find homes at the auction at the January 6th general meeting.
Diane & Rick
Show your support for BPG by purchasing our very own branded “merch”!
- Mug
- Tote bag
- Baseball cap
- Insulated tumbler
- Unisex T-shirt
- Women’s T-shirt
All products are made and delivered by Zazzle; they will handle any customer service issues too. BPG will receive royalties on all products sold which we will put towards Group expenses.
Monthly Calendar
Meet your 2025 Board Members
President – Martin Cregg
Treasurer – Rick Wise
Assistant Treasurer – Martin Cregg / Diane Burgett
Secretary – Diane Burgett
Assistant Secretary – Marjorie Pess
Webmaster – Martin Cregg / Diane Burgett
Outings – Lyra Hankins
Photo of the Month – Elizabeth Stead
AV – Tom Welch
Communications – John Mott
Main Meeing
Main Meeting – Occurs the first Tuesday of each month.
Next Meeting date: Tuesday, January 6, 2026.
Meeting Location: Otter Creek Church. 409 Franklin Road, Brentwood, TN
Socializing and Networking 6-6:30.
Meeting starts promptly at 6:30.
Join us for our January 6 Brentwood Photography Group meeting, a lively and inspiring evening that sets the tone for the year ahead. Whether you’re a long-time member or considering your first visit, this meeting offers a great snapshot of what BPG is all about – learning, creativity, and community.
- We’ll begin by celebrating one of the highlights of the year with our Photo of the Year, featuring Leandra Habel’s striking “Chattanooga Choo Choo” image – a wonderful example of the talent within our group.
- Next, we’ll share several key updates to help everyone stay connected and informed:
- An overview of upcoming programs, including guest speakers and Zoom mini-clinics
- Lunch Bunch updates for those who enjoy learning in a more relaxed setting
- January 17 outing at Cathedral of the Incarnation
- A look ahead at Photo of the Month, including categories and themes for the coming year
Following the updates, we’ll break for Photo of the Month (POTM), where members can enjoy viewing images, voting, and catching up with friends – one of the most social and enjoyable parts of our meetings.
To close the evening, our board members will each share one favorite image from the past year. This is always a standout segment, offering insight, inspiration, and a chance to see the personal work that excites the people helping guide BPG forward.
If you’ve been thinking about attending a BPG meeting, this is an excellent one to start with. We look forward to welcoming you and kicking off the new year together.
New rules at the Williamson County Library dictate we can only book the room 3 months in advance. This will cause a potential change in the date from time to time.
Lunch Bunch 2026 Dates
Thursday, January 8, 2026
Wednesday, February 4, 2026
Wednesday, March 11, 2026
Wednesday, April 8, 2026
Location: Williamson County Public Library, 1314 Columbia Ave, Franklin, TN 37064
Time: 11:30-12:30.
Optional lunch at KOI after.
Lunch Bunch is a monthly meeting, led by Dick Dougall, with the focus on members getting to know each other and having constructive critiques and discussions about their images
Please email lunchbunch if you plan to attend.
2026 Outings Questionnaire – Your Input Needed by January 11th!Thank you to all who attended the BPG Outings in 2025. We truly appreciate your participation and would love to hear your thoughts! A Feedback Questionnaire is now available for you to share your experiences.
As we plan the 2026 Outings schedule, we want everyone to benefit – therefore input from all our members is invaluable. Please take a moment to indicate outing locations you’re interested in on the Questionnaire. Feel free to suggest any additional interesting locations or events.
Access the Questionnaire here.
Note that a Google login is not required. Please ensure only one response per member.
Kindly respond by January 11th, 2026. If you have any questions, please contact Lyra Hankins at Outings@BrentwoodPhotographyGroup.org
Image from some of our past Outings
January Outing Cathedral of the Incarnation
- Location – Cathedral of the Incarnation. 2015 West End Ave, Nashville, TN 37203
- Date: Saturday 1/17/2026
- Time: 9:00 am
- Parking: Please allow time to find parking. Our parking lot is located directly behind the Cathedral free of charge. There may be available parking across the street, from Terrace Place or in the first level Vanderbilt structure across the alley for a fee.
- Meeting Place: Front Entrance
- Optional Lunch: 11:00 Jasons Deli or Amerigo Italian restaurant.
- Tripods are allowed inside of the Cathedral.
- Photographers are NOT allowed on or in the altar area. If you wish to photograph close ups of the altar, you may need to bring a long lens.
The Cathedral of the Incarnation is steeped in history and tradition. Acquired by Bishop Thomas Sebastian Byrne in 1902, the cathedral property is near Vanderbilt University. Construction of the main church began in 1910 and was completed four-and-a-half years later. The Cathedral of the Incarnation was dedicated on July 26, 1914, and has since been the central hub for the Catholic Church in Tennessee.
Recently refurbished and lovingly restored to its full architectural and artistic beauty, it provides many photographic options due to its rich Italianate architecture, intricate details, and beautiful lighting offering many compelling subjects. Its design, modeled after Roman basilicas, provides artistic and architectural features that make for interesting photos.
Architectural & Artistic Features
- Roman Basilica Style: The architecture is modeled after the Basilica San Martino ai Monti in Rome, providing a unique, historic aesthetic.
- Intricate Interior: The interior features an intricate and unique coffered ceiling, bas relief sculptures, murals, and beautiful marble elements, all offering excellent opportunities for detail shots.
- Stained Glass Windows: The stained glass windows allow for beautiful, natural light to filter in, creating a warm glow and unique lighting effects, especially during sunny days or sunset.
- Ornate Details: The cathedral is full of ornate details, gold accents at the altar, and large pillars, which contribute to a magnificent and rich visual environment.
- Exterior & Garden: The yellow brick exterior has stone accents and an historic bell tower. There is also a peaceful, secluded garden area behind the church that offers a mix of structured architecture and natural greenery for outdoor shots.
Other places of interest
Centennial Park and the Parthenon – 2500 West End Avenue. Nashville, TN 37203
The Park is free to roam around, however, there is a fee to enter the Parthenon museum.
Admission can only be purchased on-site at the Ticket Counter or in the Museum Store.
• Adults: $15.00
• Seniors (62+): $10.00
Items listed below are not permitted inside the Parthenon.
• Water bottles
• Empty containers, food, and drinks
• Large bags, backpacks, luggage— please leave at home
• Sports equipment,
• recreational scooters
• Drones
A limited number of small free storage cubbies are available. Small lockers cost one quarter ($0.25) to lock. Lockers will not fit backpacks nor luggage.
The Parthenon features an art collection inside a historical landmark within Centennial Park. It is a legacy of the Tennessee Centennial Exposition
To attend any BPG outing, please complete the Hold Harmless Agreement
2026 Photo Of The Month Contest (6:00 – 6:30 PM)
Photo of the Month contest images are hung between 6:00-6:30 prior to the main meeting. This is an opportunity for you to compare your work with that of others, as you perhaps think about entering our outside exhibits. It’s good training, and by compelling you to focus on specific themes you learn and grow in your photography. A Board member will be at the display to answer questions and encourage participation.
Resizing And Uploading Images
- Resize your image to 2000 pixels along the longest edge.
- Down sample your image so it is less than 1MB.
- Save images in .jpg format.
Need Help Resizing Your Images?
Directions for resizing your images can be found on the BPG web site by clicking here.
Or you can review the November 2021 Mini-Clinic YouTube video
Export using Capture 1, fast forward to the 24:00 minute.
Export using Light Room, fast forward to the 27:35 minute.
Export using ON1, fast forward to 35:15 minute.
Export using Photo shop, fast forward to 42:10 minute.
Gallery Wall
If you would like to display your images without submitting into the POTM competition we have a Gallery Wall. This is an opportunity to share your work in a format that isn’t competitive. We’ll use one side of the POTM displays and the table used for other displays, if necessary. You will get 1 President’s Cup point for participating. If you also enter images in the POTM, you will not receive an additional participation point for participating in both.
Note:
- For Gallery Wall only, prints can be a maximum 13″ x 19″
- POTM prints must be no larger than 8.5″ x 12″
Check out our member websites
If you would like your art to be added to the list, send your web / SmugMug information to secretary@brentwoodphotographygroup.org
- Cheekwood Holiday LIGHTS
November 21, 2025 – January 4, 2026
4:30 pm – 10:00 pm
Member Pre-sale September 30
General Public October 14 - Nashville Zoolumination
November 13, 2025 – January 4, 2026
January 8, 2026 – February 8, 2026
Tickets go on sale September 17th - Frist Art Museum
Paul McCartney Photographs 1963–1964: Eyes of the Storm
Nov 7, 2025–Jan 26, 2026
Sensor Cleaning and Camera Repair
Nashville Photography Club will be hosting sensor cleaning and camera repair services with Tim McEver at their January meeting and all BPG Members are invited to participate
Date: January 20, 2026
Time: 6:30 – 8:30 (CST)
Location: Pixel Connection, 700 Rundle Ave, Nashville, TN 37210
Art Helps Cancer is pleased to announce their Seventh Annual Art From the Heart Auction Fundraiser.
It will be held February 28, 2026, at Mill Creek Brewery, 2008 B Industrial Blvd, Nolensville, TN 37135. The funds raised help provide Care Caddies, Meals, House Cleaning, Lawn Mowing, Gift Cards, Rides and Handy Man Services to residents going through this terrible disease.
Our Mission Statement continues to be “Art Helps Cancer partners with the community to assist families by alleviating day to day concerns so they can focus on fighting Cancer”. I have attached a brochure for further information.
With previous support from Artists and Sponsors, we have assisted over 800 families the last seven years. This number has significantly grown in the past year and unfortunately it appears that trend will continue.
Art Helps Cancer would appreciate you considering donating a piece of your Artwork to be auctioned off at our event. Art can be a painting of any medium, collage, etc. on canvas, watercolor paper, wood, photography, sculpture, pottery and fiber art, original created by the Artist.
We will be accepting the donated Art starting January 5, 2026, through January 30, 2026. Please contact Anna Hill, annahill9048@gmail.com or 615-498-2691 if you have any questions. You can drop off your donated Art at First Citizens National Bank, 7116 Nolensville Road, Nolensville, TN 37135 between the hours of 9:00 – 4:00 Monday through Friday.
Please see the attached Artist Information and Guidelines for the donated artwork.
Kindly complete the form using the following link: https://forms.gle/Akvz3JVJ2NJv3jYX6
Thank you so much for considering donating to our Auction.
Anna Hill,
Kiersten Robinson,
Terri Orem
2026 Art From the Heart Event Co Chairs
Imaging USA is back in Nashville!
Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center
2800 Opryland Dr, Nashville, TN 37214
https://imagingusa.com/
General Sessions run January 11-13, 2026, and are included with your All-Access Pass.
Pre-Convention Classes and Workshops are held on January 8–10 for an additional fee.
Program and schedule are subject to changes, additions, or cancellations without advance notice.
Why Attend the Imaging USA Expo?
- Massive Photo Gear Expo – Browse the latest cameras, lenses, lighting equipment, and accessories from top photography vendors and manufacturers.
- Live Photography Demos & Camera Demonstrations – Get hands-on experience with the newest technology and techniques through interactive demos and real-time gear showcases.
- Imaging USA Show Specials – Take advantage of exclusive discounts and promotions available only at the expo.
- Photography Networking That Matters – Meet like-minded creatives, educators, and industry leaders. Whether you’re looking to grow your business or collaborate on your next big project, the Imaging USA Expo fosters real connections.
- 130+ Imaging USA Exhibitors – Explore the full photography ecosystem—from gear to software to printing solutions—and discover tools that help you elevate your craft.
Get Your Free Expo Pass – Want in on the action without attending the full conference? Claim your FREE Expo Plus Pass and enjoy full access to the Imaging USA trade show floor, networking events, photo gear expo, and live photography demonstrations.
Trade Show Hours
Sunday, Jan 11 …………………………………………. 11:30am – 5:00pm
Monday, Jan 12 ………………………………………… 11:30am – 5:00pm
Tuesday, Jan. 13……………………………………….. 11:30am – 3:30pm
