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f { i & ERO NR A Main = le Great light is what makes great studio photographs The difference between a snap- shot and a professional portrait is all in the lighting, says someone who should know, the proprietor of Port Perry's newest photographic studio. Rob Monaghan, 35, is the owner and photographer who runs RJM Photographics, the Water Street studio that opened for business on May 5th. "The key to a good photo is reading the light,"' he says. "The whole thing is not necessarily manipulating the light but using the light to its best advantage." RJM Photographics' walls are lin- ed with examples of his work, all of them illustrating Monaghan"s per- sonal philosophy towards light and photography. In one photo, a young girl with long flowing golden hair perchs on an old-fashioned highback chair. She's wearing an antique lace dress and the look on her face is enough to melt the ice from the coldest heart. The background is a startling blue and the total effect is the next best thing to breathtaking. On the other hand, there are harsh black and white studies, fresh fami- ly portraits and hand-tinted photos of women that bring all new mean- ing to the word sensuous. : The one thing each of his pictures have in common is ah inside look at the subject's personality. In most cases, it shines right through the frames. "I'm trying to capture not just the personality of the person, but also to put them into a scenario where they are in their element," he says. As a result, there's a photo of a hot rod hobbyist with his favourite car, and a stunning portrait of a young clothes designer in her own leatherware. Part of the reason Monaghan loves his work so much is the varie- ty photography offers. "It's nice to be able to do a por- trait in the morning and shoot so- meone's prize bull in the afternoon and come back and do a team pic- ture at night,' he explains. Born "and raised in Oshawa, Monaghan studied photography and graphic design at Durham College before heading out to the east coast to work with various professional photographers, honing his skills. Nearly two years ago he moved to Scugog Island, with the idea con- stantly in the back of 'his head of opening his own studio. "This is what I wanted to do and this is one of the reasons I came back here." he says. His business offers a wide range of services, from portraits and com- mercial work to weddings, teams and pets. With the help of partner Pat Sayers, he also does framing. "I want to be as versatile as possi- ble," he says. 'I feel strongly about that." Club off to CullenGardens Epsom and Area News by Jean Jeffery Social Club will meet at 7:30 at Cullen Gardens, then return to Ep- som Church for a social hour. If you need a ride telephone L. Sluteor W. Kerry. : : Mr. Robt. Orman and children Elaine and Jeffrey of Peterborough were lunch guests Sat. with Betty and Norm Tapscott. The Orman's have bought property and will be moving to Uxbridge. Beth Wilson held a family baby shower for her cousin Susan Kloosterman of Peterburough Sat. afternoon. On Sat. June 7, the Epsom School are holding a Fun Fair, Yard Sale and Auction starting at 10:00 a.m. till 2:00 p.m. Come and join the fun. On Sun. the Pine Grove Church had a wonderful attendance and a most inspiring service. Thanks to all who put their shoulder to the wheel and gave a push. Shirley Baster accompanied Rev. Edith Anne McManiman to attend the United Church Annual Meeting. Student Minister John Tapscott of Muskoka Falls was also present. There was a family gathering at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Ross Evans on Sat. evening to celebrate their Wedding Anniversary. Welcome to our village two new families Mr. and Mrs. Ross and Mr. and Mrs. Andrews and family. " We are sorry to learn that Mr. Ross has been in hospital for several days. We hope he will soon be home. My husband was transferred to Uxbridge Hospital last week. Don and Stella Asling are spen- ding a few days in Hanover with their son Jerrold and family. This weekend Jerrold & Joan and Jen- nifer attended the graduation of their daughter Jan from Durham College at Civic Auditorium. Bill and Deanna Anderson of - Lindsay spent a rainy Tuesday last week with Faye and Keith Ashton. The Taylors have returned from. a visit with son John, his wife Wen- dy and their wee-wee daughter Heather in London. Everyone is fine and very excited. Earl and Marie Wilson are visiting Joyce and Richard Lewchuk and family of Wiarton for a few days. Recent visitors with Howard & Ruth Ashton were Betty Tapscott, Ken and Beth Catherwood and Earl Taylor. : Say it with a ... BALLOON BOUQUET Add to Your Bouquet Candy, Fruit, Wine, Jams and Mints The Balloon House Delivery Available 9868-51065 Patrick G. Deegan DENTURE THERAPY CLINIC 305 Queen Street -- Port Perry BY APPOINTMENT ONLY! Phone: 985-2916 or 623-4473 (coviecn ARE YOU INTERESTED in obtaining and preserving PEACE in your family, your community, your country and your world? Then this FREE public event is for you! BE SURE TO HEAR ... "The Peacemaker" Juan Carlos Lavigne of Olivos, Argentina (Member of the Christian Science Board of Lectureship) Saturday, May 31st DURHAM COLLEGE 3:00 p.m. OF APPLIED ART & TECHNOLOGY Simcoe Street North -- Oshawa Sponsored by First Church of Christ, Scientist 180 Rossland Road East, Oshawa, Ontario PORT PERRY STAR -- Tuesday, May 27, 1986 -- V7 Photographer Rob Monaghan has just opened up his own studio on Water Street, where he houses a unique collection of "imaginative pictures. See story for details. Nobody knows your GM car better ... than your General Motors dealer! | Guaranteed Service Guaranteed GM Parts Guaranteed Price SERVICE DEPT. HOURS: Monday to Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. PONTIAC BUICK LIMITED i i ------------r