Photography Lecture for Seniors: How to Appreciate Photographic Works
On May 8, 2025, the Golden Years Wellness Project of the Calgary Jiang Zhe Shanghai Association hosted a unique photography lecture. On that sunny afternoon, the association’s activity room was filled with a warm atmosphere and cheerful laughter as everyone eagerly awaited the insightful sharing from senior member Mr. Lv Haifu, titled “How to Appreciate Photographic Works—Talking About Landscape and Documentary Photography in Conjunction with the ‘Haifu Photography Collection’.”
Mr. Lv Haifu, 79 years old, is a highly respected senior member of the association. He is passionate about life, art, and recording, and even more enthusiastic about capturing beautiful moments for others through his lens. Over the years, Mr. Lv has silently taken countless precious photos and videos for the association and various interest groups’ rehearsals, performances, and outdoor activities. Despite his low profile, he has won the love and admiration of everyone through his quiet dedication. At every association event, he can be seen carrying his camera, moving among the attendees, carefully capturing light and fleeting moments to preserve warm and touching memories for everyone.
At the beginning of the lecture, Mr. Lv introduced himself with simple and sincere words: “My name is Lv Haifu, my online name is ‘Haifu,’ and I come from Shanghai, China. I have been studying digital photography at the Shanghai Senior University since 2008, for 17 years now. Along the way, I have grown from a photography novice to a ‘grassroots photographer,’ and I am grateful for the guidance of my teachers, the support of my family, and the opportunities provided by the community and platforms.” His heartfelt words immediately resonated with many members present.
In the subsequent lecture, Mr. Lv, drawing upon his accumulated photographic works over the years and focusing on the theme of “How to Appreciate Photographic Works,” led everyone to deeply explore the charm of landscape and documentary photography. Through the display and detailed explanation of his photography collection, he provided an accessible analysis of key elements in photography such as light, composition, color, and emotional expression. He also shared practical techniques for selecting subjects, conceiving scenes, and telling stories through photographs.
During the lecture, the members listened with great interest and actively participated by asking questions from time to time, creating a lively and engaging atmosphere.
Particularly touching was Mr. Lv’s sharing about how he often conducts site surveys and selects locations several days in advance to capture the perfect images for a performance, all to leave the most flawless visual records for everyone on the day of the event. His professionalism and dedication to art deeply moved every listener present. Mr. Lv also shared many unforgettable experiences of capturing ideal shots, such as setting off before dawn in the cold dew and patiently waiting at the shooting location for several hours, or carrying heavy equipment under the scorching summer sun, sweating profusely while searching for the best angle. He said emotionally, “Sometimes, for a single shot, I would wait motionless in the snow for several hours until that ray of light just happened to fall on the angle I wanted to capture.” Whether it was the severe cold of winter or the scorching heat of summer, nothing could deter his persistent pursuit of light and shadow, all so that he would have no regrets at the moment of pressing the shutter.
This perseverance of “waiting for a photograph” is precisely what makes Mr. Lv so admirable as a photographer. He measures the beauty of light and shadow with his own footsteps and interprets the warmth of art with his resilience and dedication, leaving countless irreplaceable and precious moments for the Calgary Jiang Zhe Shanghai Association.
After the lecture, Mr. Lv specially reserved half an hour for a face-to-face Q&A session with everyone. He patiently and meticulously answered members’ questions about photography equipment, shooting angles, and lighting techniques, sharing his experiences and insights without reservation. Many members expressed that this photography class not only made them “understand” and “learn,” but also deeply felt Mr. Lv’s dedication and passion for art as a photographer.
Photography is not only an important part of Mr. Lv’s life but also a way for him to communicate with people and the world. He captures beauty with his lens and records warmth with his kindness. As he says, “Making friends through photography, exchanging skills, and pleasing the mind.” This is not just his motto but a perseverance and belief that has lasted for seventeen years.
The photography lecture was a complete success, not only enriching the members’ photography knowledge but also inspiring everyone’s enthusiasm for approaching art and loving life. Let us look forward to more wonderful sharing from Mr. Lv Haifu in the future, and let us cherish more beautiful memories belonging to the Calgary Jiang Zhe Shanghai Association in the sound of the shutter clicks time and time again.
吕海富摄影讲座——如何欣赏摄影作品
2025/05/09 by miaoxi • News
Photography Lecture for Seniors: How to Appreciate Photographic Works
On May 8, 2025, the Golden Years Wellness Project of the Calgary Jiang Zhe Shanghai Association hosted a unique photography lecture. On that sunny afternoon, the association’s activity room was filled with a warm atmosphere and cheerful laughter as everyone eagerly awaited the insightful sharing from senior member Mr. Lv Haifu, titled “How to Appreciate Photographic Works—Talking About Landscape and Documentary Photography in Conjunction with the ‘Haifu Photography Collection’.”
Mr. Lv Haifu, 79 years old, is a highly respected senior member of the association. He is passionate about life, art, and recording, and even more enthusiastic about capturing beautiful moments for others through his lens. Over the years, Mr. Lv has silently taken countless precious photos and videos for the association and various interest groups’ rehearsals, performances, and outdoor activities. Despite his low profile, he has won the love and admiration of everyone through his quiet dedication. At every association event, he can be seen carrying his camera, moving among the attendees, carefully capturing light and fleeting moments to preserve warm and touching memories for everyone.
At the beginning of the lecture, Mr. Lv introduced himself with simple and sincere words: “My name is Lv Haifu, my online name is ‘Haifu,’ and I come from Shanghai, China. I have been studying digital photography at the Shanghai Senior University since 2008, for 17 years now. Along the way, I have grown from a photography novice to a ‘grassroots photographer,’ and I am grateful for the guidance of my teachers, the support of my family, and the opportunities provided by the community and platforms.” His heartfelt words immediately resonated with many members present.
In the subsequent lecture, Mr. Lv, drawing upon his accumulated photographic works over the years and focusing on the theme of “How to Appreciate Photographic Works,” led everyone to deeply explore the charm of landscape and documentary photography. Through the display and detailed explanation of his photography collection, he provided an accessible analysis of key elements in photography such as light, composition, color, and emotional expression. He also shared practical techniques for selecting subjects, conceiving scenes, and telling stories through photographs.
During the lecture, the members listened with great interest and actively participated by asking questions from time to time, creating a lively and engaging atmosphere.
Particularly touching was Mr. Lv’s sharing about how he often conducts site surveys and selects locations several days in advance to capture the perfect images for a performance, all to leave the most flawless visual records for everyone on the day of the event. His professionalism and dedication to art deeply moved every listener present. Mr. Lv also shared many unforgettable experiences of capturing ideal shots, such as setting off before dawn in the cold dew and patiently waiting at the shooting location for several hours, or carrying heavy equipment under the scorching summer sun, sweating profusely while searching for the best angle. He said emotionally, “Sometimes, for a single shot, I would wait motionless in the snow for several hours until that ray of light just happened to fall on the angle I wanted to capture.” Whether it was the severe cold of winter or the scorching heat of summer, nothing could deter his persistent pursuit of light and shadow, all so that he would have no regrets at the moment of pressing the shutter.
This perseverance of “waiting for a photograph” is precisely what makes Mr. Lv so admirable as a photographer. He measures the beauty of light and shadow with his own footsteps and interprets the warmth of art with his resilience and dedication, leaving countless irreplaceable and precious moments for the Calgary Jiang Zhe Shanghai Association.
After the lecture, Mr. Lv specially reserved half an hour for a face-to-face Q&A session with everyone. He patiently and meticulously answered members’ questions about photography equipment, shooting angles, and lighting techniques, sharing his experiences and insights without reservation. Many members expressed that this photography class not only made them “understand” and “learn,” but also deeply felt Mr. Lv’s dedication and passion for art as a photographer.
Photography is not only an important part of Mr. Lv’s life but also a way for him to communicate with people and the world. He captures beauty with his lens and records warmth with his kindness. As he says, “Making friends through photography, exchanging skills, and pleasing the mind.” This is not just his motto but a perseverance and belief that has lasted for seventeen years.
The photography lecture was a complete success, not only enriching the members’ photography knowledge but also inspiring everyone’s enthusiasm for approaching art and loving life. Let us look forward to more wonderful sharing from Mr. Lv Haifu in the future, and let us cherish more beautiful memories belonging to the Calgary Jiang Zhe Shanghai Association in the sound of the shutter clicks time and time again.
2025年5月8日，一个阳光明媚的午后，江浙上海联谊会活动室里气氛热烈，掌声笑声不断。一场令人期待已久的摄影讲座如期举行，主题为《如何欣赏摄影作品——结合〈海富摄影图集〉谈谈风光与人文摄影》。主讲人是大家熟悉而敬爱的吕海富老师，一位多年来用镜头默默为大家服务、用热爱和坚持书写光影故事的摄影人。
吕老师现年79岁，是我们联谊会的资深老会员。他热爱生活、热爱艺术、热爱记录，更热爱为他人留下美好。多年来，吕老师默默为会所及各兴趣小组的排练、演出、户外活动拍摄了大量珍贵的照片和视频。他从不张扬，却深受大家的喜爱与赞赏。每一次联谊活动，总能看到他扛着相机穿梭其间，把握光影、捕捉瞬间，帮大家留下温馨而动人的回忆。
讲座伊始，吕老师以朴实真挚的语言自我介绍：“我叫吕海富，网名‘海富’，来自中国上海。自2008年起在上海老年大学学习数码摄影，至今已有17年。一路走来，从摄影门外汉成长为‘草根摄影师’，我感恩老师的教导、家人的支持、社团和平台的成全。”这份情感真挚动人，也引起现场不少共鸣。
在讲座中，吕老师结合自己多年积累的摄影作品，围绕“如何欣赏摄影作品”这一主题，带大家走进风光与人文摄影的世界。他通过图集展示与讲解，深入浅出地剖析了摄影中光线、构图、色彩、情感表达等要素，还分享了如何选择拍摄对象、构思画面、讲述故事的技巧。
许多会员听得津津有味，不时举手提问，现场互动热烈，气氛活跃。
尤其感人的是，吕老师分享了自己为了拍好一场演出，常常提前数天踩点、选景，只为当天给大家留下最完美的影像。他的敬业精神和艺术追求，深深打动了在场每一个人。吕老师曾多次分享，为了拍到一个理想的画面，他可以在清晨天未亮时出发，忍受清寒露水，蹲守在拍摄点一等就是几个小时；也可以在夏日骄阳下背着沉重设备，汗流浃背地寻找最佳角度。他说，“有时候为了一个画面，我会在雪地里一动不动等上几个小时，直到那一缕光线恰好落在我想拍的那个角度上。”在冬天的严寒中，他顶风冒雪；在夏日的烈日下，他暴晒忍渴——只为在按下快门的那一刻，不留遗憾。
这种“为一张照片而等待”的坚持，正是吕老师作为摄影人的动人之处。他用自己的脚步丈量光影，用坚韧与执着诠释艺术的温度，也为联谊会留下了无数无法复制的珍贵瞬间。
讲座结束后，吕老师还特别预留了半小时与大家面对面互动答疑。他一一回应大家关于器材、拍摄角度、用光技巧的问题，毫无保留地倾囊相授。许多会员纷纷表示，这堂摄影课不仅“听懂了”“学到了”，更感受到了一位摄影者对艺术的执着与热情。
摄影，是吕老师生活的一部分，也是他与人交流、与世界对话的方式。他用镜头定格美好，也用善意记录温情。正如他所说：“以摄会友，切磋技艺，愉悦心境。”这不只是一个座右铭，更是一份持续了十七年的坚持和信念。
本次讲座圆满成功，不仅让会员们增长了摄影知识，也激发了大家亲近艺术、热爱生活的热情。让我们共同期待吕海富老师今后更多的分享，也让我们在一次次镜头的快门声中，珍藏属于联谊会的美好回忆。