By CONSUELO MACEDO
The Cambria Historical Society has announced their support of local photographer, Mark Dektor, in his project to portray long time residents, pioneer families, organizations, and historical locations.
His ultimate goal is to display them in an exhibit which is entitled Mark Dektor Photography Project–Hometown and is booked at the Cambria Center of the Arts in March and April of next year. According to CHS President Melody Coe and the committee, “Mark has a vast repertoire of experience in a variety of stills and cinematography. It is our pleasure to work with him. Photos will also be displayed at the Cambria Historical Museum.”
Mark has already been photographing locals in his studio at 2505 Village Lane Unit E in Tin City. Response from the community has been immediate and enthusiastic as he engages folks in conversation to capture their spirit in black and white. His portraiture may be seen on his website at: Mark Dektor.
Posting also on his Facebook page, the most popular image so far has been one of long time Cambrians and very good friends, Marj Sewell and Jim Evans. He described the photo shoot as a delightful time together, enhanced by a charming conversation about Cambria and history of the area.
Mark also will also foray out to ranches and farms on appointment to illustrate folks in their natural backgrounds, at work on their ranches and with rural scenic backdrops. Mark has discounted his usual fee by 50 percent and will provide folks with two edited digital images. Please contact him directly at his studio about fees and group rates. (818) 397-4796. To facilitate this historical project, CHS will issue a receipt for the tax-deductible expense for the photographs.
Now that the dust has settled (pun intended!) on the successful Harvest Festival and Soup Sampling, the Events Committee, chaired by Penny Church, is moving forward with plans for the CHS annual participation in the Chamber of Commerce’s Holiday Weekend on December 6 and 7. A bi-lingual Santa will arrive to illuminate the historic Port Orford Cypress, Cambria’s Official Christmas Tree, at the Museum on Center Street at Burton Drive. He will remain for the popular opportunity for photos with him and Mrs. Santa. More details about this dynamic event will be included in the November 21 issue of the cambriaca.
