The reason for this note is that an illustrious emeritus professor from the School of Photographic Arts and Sciences and a founding member of the Imaging and Photographic Technology (aka Technical Photography) program AND principal author of the Materials and Processes of Photography textbook and lead instructor of this course for over 30 years is turning 85. Dr. Les Stroebel's association with photographic education and in particular the education related to the technical underpinnings of the discipline is legend. His dedication to excellence in teaching, caring for the students and their education, his willingness to share his expertise and his attention to detail and precision of thought left an indelible mark on the reputation that the School of Photographic Arts and Sciences enjoys in the industry to this date. If you feel so inclined send him a message of greetings. A card or an email. Or, if you want to extend your greetings to him over the phone you can also do that. Here is the info you need: Dr. Les Stroebel 266 Antlers Drive Rochester, NY 14618 phone: 585-442-2342 Or send him email greetings at: ldspph@xxxxxxx To see a recent photograph of him just follow this URL: http://www.rit.edu/~andpph/giants/stroebel.html cheerio, andy
