WHAT'S NEW?

April 23, 2008

CAMERA GEAR FOR SALE
One of the consequences of keeping up with the newest technology is developing an inventory of too much camera equipment. I have several items for sale, and you can view a list here of what is available. I can accept VISA or Mastercard for payment.

April 8, 2008
I have created a short version of the "Alaska's Great Wilderness: Gates of the Arctic" DVD slide show as a web show. You can click here to view the show, which lasts about three minutes. You will need to download a plug in (look for the prompts).

March 18, 2008
We are having a new web site developed. To see a prototype of the site, visit the demo site now. The only active gallery is the Alaska Gallery in the "Wildness" section. Please feel free to email Carl with comments and suggestions.

March 18, 2008
Carl's images from the ceremonial start for the 2008 Iditarod are now online. You can view them on his Printroom account.

March 14, 2008
Carl had three images selected for this year's Alaska Wild Photography Exhibition, sponsored by the Alaska Society of Outdoor and Nature Photographers. The show will open on May 2, 2008 at the Kaladi Brothers Cafe on Northern Lights next to Titlewave Books.

UPCOMING PROGRAM - April 8, 2008, 7:00 p.m., Anchorage Museum. Hosted by the Alaska Society of Outdoor and Nature Photography, Carl will discuss challenges he faced and values he contemplated during his recent trip as Artist-in-Residence for Gates of the Arctic National Park & Preserve. Carl will share practical tips on gear and technology issues faced during extended backcountry wilderness photography trips, along with his reflections on philosophical compatibility and conflict between the business of nature photography and the simple act of enjoying a wilderness experience.

February 2, 2008
Our first official electronic newsletter went out today via Constant Contact. It highlights our recent trip to Hawai'i, the upcoming Gates of the Arctic program, and officially launches our new Print of the Month Collection.

November 2007
After three years, we have closed our gallery at the Ship Creek Center in downtown Anchorage. Do not worry, we are still around, capturing images in wild places; we are focusing on electronic marketing and existing galleries. Sign up for our newsletter to keep in touch with our latest works and to receive special offers.

August 14-27, 2007
Carl spent some time up in Gates of the Arctic National Park & Preserve in connection with his service as the 2007 Artist-in-Residence for the park. You can view Carl's Gates of the Arcitc gallery and purchase images here.

May 1, 2007 - Escape to Paradise
Along with great wedding photography advice and beautiful images, Carl Johnson Photography is now offering you the chance to win a Caribbean cruise or an American Express gift card in the amount of $1,000 or $500. Beginning May 1, 2007, we are offering bridal couples the chance to win a weeklong cruise to the Southern Caribbean on Princess Cruise Lines or an American Express gift card for $1,000 or $500. Just visit our studio or attend a free wedding consultation, and you will be entered in this national photographic sweepstakes contest. Don’t miss your chance to win this romantic getaway in paradise!

May 1, 2007
Carl was notified that he was selected as the 2007 Artist-in-Residence for Gates of the Arctic National Park & Preserve in Alaska. With approximately 30 parks participating, the AIR program allows an artist of just about any medium to spend extended, focused time in a park to practice his art. Carl's residency will consist of a 10-day backcountry patrol with a park ranger either rafting one of the many rivers in the park or backpacking through the Brooks Range in August.

January 27-28, 2007
Carl was busy working with the sixteen ladies who comprise the Alaska Wild cheerleading squad photographing for the inaugural swimsuit calendar and for other photo needs of the squad. Look for the calendar in the Fifth Avenue Mall kiosk prior to opening day on April 12, 2007.


January 2007
Carl is now the official team photographer for the Alaska Wild, Anchorage's new Arena League football team.

October 1, 2006
Carl is now the official resident photographer for Cyrano's Off Center Playhouse in downtown Anchorage.

September 27, 2006
Carl learned that three of his images have been selected to appear in the 2007 edition of "Expressions," the annual photo journal of the North American Nature Photography Association. One of those images, "Columbine on Lupine Tapestry," will also be featured in the NANPA Summit Showcase in Palm Springs in January, 2007.

September 21, 2006
A selection of Carl's fall photography will open at Borders Books & Music in conjunction with the Anchorage Chamber's "Business After Hours."

August 2006
Carl became a business sponsor for Mrs. Alaska, Michelle Martin, for her effort to become the next Mrs. America at the national competition in Arizona. His donated framed print of "Moose and Fireweed" was given to the mayor of Tucson and his "Bears at Falls" print was a gift for the governor of Arizona. The presentation will be featured on cable television.

July 2006
Carl joined the elite list of professional photographers from Alaska featured on the Adobe Photographers Directory.

June 2, 2006
The Gallery opened a new exhibition entitled "The Living Seasons," which celebrates the spring and summer seasons primarily in Southcentral Alaska. The exhibition will be on display through September. The gallery will host another First Friday reception in July to celebrate the exhibition, but will not have a First Friday reeption again until November, as Carl will be shooting on location for the first Fridays in August, September and October.

May 21, 2006
Carl freelanced for Action Sports International to provide coverage of the Gold Nugget Triathlon in Anchorage.

May 15, 2006
Carl had an article entitled "More to Katmai than Bears at the Falls" published in the Summer 2006 issue of Nature Photographer magazine.

May 8, 2006
Several of Carl's nature fine art framed prints are now featured in the theatre and gallery at the new Alaska Visitor's Center at 733 W. Fourth Avenue in downtown Anchorage. In addition, some of Carl's assignment work now appears on the web site for Prince William Sound Cruises and Tours in their photo gallery.

April 12, 2006
Carl had a photo he took in a hazelnut orchard south of Portland published in the March-April issue of Rural Cooperatives, a publication produced by the U.S. Department of Agriculture with a readership of 8,000.

April 7, 2006
Carl opened a new display in his gallery entitled "Scenic Southwest," featuring landscape photography from Utah and Arizona, featuring Zion National Park, Bryce Canyon National Park, Capitol Reef National Park, Arches National Park, Monument Valley Navajo Tribal Park and Upper Antelope Canyon near Page, Arizona. Carl and his southwest exhibition were also favorably featured in the April 6 edition of the Anchorage Press newspaper.

March 6, 2006
Carl had images published in the February 2006 issue of Silent Sports and the March 2006 issue of Vermont Sports.

March 3,2006
Several new images were added to the Flowers, Details, National Parks, and Wildlife online galleries.

January 13, 2006
Carl hosted a "Second Friday" reception at the gallery. The exhibition, which will be on display through the end of March, features Carl's favorite photos from 2005.

December 2005
Carl had several images published in the International Journal of Wilderness.

11/4
The photography gallery reopened after some extensive remodeling work, with a whole new, classic fine art gallery look. The grand reopening coincided with a First Friday reception, and was catered by An Appetizing Affair.

10/28
One of Carl's theatre production photos made the cover of Play Magazine in the Anchorage Daily News.

9-29-10/06
Carl was the official photographer for the 8th World Wilderness Congress in Anchorage. Carl hasproduced a photo CD that isavailable for purchase. Click here to visit Carl's opening page for the official photogtraphy site for the Congress.

7/10/05
Carl learned that one of his wedding photos earned the bride the honor of Most Wedding Photogenic for the 2005 Mrs. Alaska competition. Congratulations to Michelle for her award!

4/22/05
New online gallery of Panoramic prints launched!

3/5-3/6/05
Carl was the official photographer for the U.S. National Snowshoe Champtionships, held in Anhorage at Kincaid Park. Images from the races will be available online starting Friday, March 18.