CANON
U.S.A. URGES AMERICA TO GET OUTSIDE
AND RELEASE ITS INNER SHUTTERBUG
A Summer of Free Workshops at Three
of America’s Most Popular National Parks and Canon’s
Second Annual Photography in the Parks Photo Contest Return
For a Season Filled With Photo Fun
LAKE SUCCESS, N.Y., June 20, 2007 – From the beaches
of the eastern seaboard to the Great Plains, and from the
wetlands of the south, to the towering sequoias of the west,
America and its pristine parks have always been hailed as
top destination sites for photography enthusiasts and their
families. Canon U.S.A., Inc. and the American Park
Network continue to help define the relationship between
photography and the great outdoors with the introduction
of a free photography workshop program on select dates throughout
the summer in Yosemite, Grand Canyon and Yellowstone National
Parks. These programs will be artfully hosted and
instructed by a select few of the world renowned Canon Explorer
of Light photographers including Adam Jones and Lewis Kemper,
along with other Canon-selected photographers such as Rob
and Ann Simpson. What’s more, the Canon Photography
in the Parks Photo Contest* returns this year to offer photographers
the chance to display their work and win prizes in the categories
of landscape and wildlife photography in the parks.
“Photography affords an entirely new perspective of
the natural world that surrounds us every day, both in our
national parks, and in our own backyards,” stated
Yuichi Ishizuka, senior vice president and general manager
of the Consumer Imaging Group, Canon U.S.A. “As a
global organization, Canon understands its responsibility
for the impact it makes on society and the environment.
Canon is guided by the philosophy of Kyosei –
‘all people regardless of race, religion or culture,
harmoniously living together and working into the future.’
Through our involvement in the parks, we hope to strengthen
Canon’s commitment to conservation.”
The Canon Photography in the Parks Photo Contest
From June 1st to September 29th, photographic enthusiasts
are encouraged to submit their favorite photographs from
an American park to the Canon Digital Learning Center.
Winning photographs in the categories of landscape and wildlife
will win a trip to the participating parks of their choice,
along with a full suite of Canon photographic equipment.
By logging onto the Canon Digital Learning Center at www.usa.canon.com/dlc
<http://www.usa.canon.com/dlc> , potential winners
will not only have the opportunity to submit their photos,
but can also peruse the Web site to explore the various
educational resources that Canon has to offer for novices
and advanced photographers alike.
Photography in the Parks Workshops
With the help of the Canon Explorer of Light program, Canon’s
elite roster of the most influential photographers in the
world, park visitors will have the opportunity to participate
in free daily guided visual photographic journeys.
Additionally, Canon will loan participants top-tier digital
camera equipment to capture those awe-inspiring sights at
no additional cost. Aspiring photographers will learn
the tips and tricks to taking great outdoor photos and experience
hands-on training using some of the same equipment that
professional photographers use. Evening programs are
also offered, providing visitors the rare opportunity to
spend time with the Explorers of Light, view stunning imagery,
ask questions, and receive prints and a CD of their own
photos.
“It’s rare that we get the chance to share our
passion for photography with people that are so eager to
learn,” stated Adam Jones, professional photographer
and Canon Explorer of Light. “As far as wildlife
and landscape photography goes, these three parks are among
the best locations the Earth has to offer. I look
forward to teaching the tips and tricks I’ve used
that will help to create photographs that can compete in
the Canon in the Parks Photo Contest.”
Schedule of Seminars
Yosemite National Park: June 15-29,
2007
Workshops: 9:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m.
except Tuesdays
Location: Ansel Adams Gallery
Evening program: 8:30 p.m. except
Tuesdays
Location: Curry Village Amphitheatre
Grand Canyon National Park: July 9
- 29, 2007
Workshops: 9 a.m. and 2p.m. except Tuesdays
Location: Flagpole at the rim side of the
El Tovar Hotel
Evening program: 6 p.m., except Tuesdays
and on Friday, July 20, 2007
Location: Shrine of
Ages auditorium (Parking lot A, next to Park Headquarters)
Yellowstone National Park: August 6
- 12, 2007
Workshops: Daily, 9 a.m. and 2 p.m., except
Tuesdays
Location: Old Faithful Inn
Evening program: 6 p.m., except Tuesdays
Location: Old Faithful Snow Lodge
Additional Programs and Sponsored Events
The workshops and photo contest are just
a small part of the sponsored education and activities that
Canon offers. The Canon Digital Learning Center provides
a wide variety of classes across the country with renowned
photographers. There are also tutorials available
on-line for beginners to learn their way around a digital
SLR camera to unlock the creative control that SLR photography
affords.
About Canon U.S.A., Inc.
Canon U.S.A., Inc. delivers consumer, business-to-business,
and industrial imaging solutions. The Company is listed
as one ofFortune's Most Admired Companies in America and
is on the 2006 BusinessWeek list of "Top 100 Brands.”
Its parent company, Canon Inc. (NYSE:CAJ), is a top patent
holder of technology, ranking third overall in the U.S.
in 2006†, with global revenues of $34.9 billion.
To keep apprised of the latest news from Canon U.S.A., sign
up for the Company’s RSS news feed by visiting www.usa.canon.com/pressroom
<http://www.usa.canon.com/pressroom> .
About Canon U.S.A.'s Environmental Programs and Alliances:
An educational and research program, Eyes on Yellowstone,
made possible by Canon, assists with scientific research
and breaks new ground in conservation, endangered species
protection and the application of cutting-edge technology
essential to managing park wildlife and ecosystems.
www.ypf.org and www.windowsintowonderland.org and
www.greateryellowstonescience.org
The Canon National Parks Science Scholars Program develops
the next generation of scientists in the fields of conservation,
environmental science, and park management, and is the first
and only program of its kind to encourage doctoral students
to conduct innovative research on scientific problems critical
to national parks. www.canonscholars.org
Canon Envirothon is North America’s largest high school
environmental education competition in which more than 500,000
teenagers are involved in a year-long learning process that
combines in-class curriculum with hands-on field experiences. www.envirothon.org
About American Park Network
American Park Network is the leading publisher of visitor
guide magazines for national and state parks for more than
two decades. With more than 20 editions, reaching
20 million people, American Park Network guides are the
definitive information source for anyone planning a national
park vacation. Through a carbon offset partnership
with the National Forest Foundation, this year American
Park Network became the world¹s first carbon-free publisher.
www.AmericanParkNetwork.com
