Club Programme 2008

This annual event is a great opportunity to see the latest and greatest stuff in the world of photography. This show has everything you can think of, if it’s photographic related it will be there.

Contact our Programme Secretary for more information or take a look at the Focus web site by clicking here.

‘Focus on Imaging’ at the Birmingham NEC

An opportunity to see more of Martyn’s amazing images from places you probably didn’t even know existed! Martyn was a roaring success at his last visit to the club a couple of years ago. This is an evening not to be missed.

‘The Wondrous World of Caves’ by Martyn Farr - Explorer, Caver & Photographer

If you ever wanted to know what Photoshop is capable of then you owe it to yourself to be here for this one. Dave will amaze you with what is possible with this application.

Bring in entries for next session’s ‘Open’ competition

Photoshop Live 2 - A presentation by Dave Rowley

Our judge for this evening will be Vince Penticost from Western Valleys Camera Club.

Club Competition - ‘Open’

Arwel’s presentation on this evening will be on the subject of ‘Industrial Archaeology of Cwm Twrch and the Remnants of Bronze Age and Neolithic Period in the Black Mountains and Brecon Beacons.’

Bring in entries for next session’s ‘Darkness’ competition

A Presentaion by Arwel Michael

An evening in the company of photographer Tim Collier. Tim wowed us last year with his stunning seascape images and so, naturally, we’ve invited him back to see some more of his fabulous work.

Tim, by his own admission, never throws a single image away as he believes you can always learn from each one that you take. This is sure to be a super evening full of beautiful photography accompanied by an entertaining and informative narration.

For more information, take a look at Tim’s site by clicking here.

‘A Scottish Theme’ - A Digital and Print Presentation by Tim Collier BA (Hons), ABIPP

Show off your best or most recent work, seek constructive criticism, advice, etc... Describe how and why you took the photo, what you feel are its strengths and weaknesses and what post-capture techniques you may have used.

We will also be looking at some basic Photoshop skills (levels, curves, sharpening) as well as some of the more advanced ones: the move tool, layers and blending modes. This will be a committee led demonstration but as always we encourage participation!

Member’s Evening - ‘Bring and Brag’ and Photoshop Techniques

Port Talbot Ten Way Battle

It would be great to get as many people as possible down to Port Talbot on this evening so that we can ensure the loudest cheer when we win!

Contact our Competition Secretary for more information.

Club Competition - ‘Darkness’

Our judge for this evening will be Brian Sewell ARPS AWPF.

More opportunity to expand your skills of this amazing tool, Clive will be showing us just how it’s done. An evening that is sure to inspire the digital workers amongst us and maybe even tempt the traditional workers over to the dark side.

‘Photoshop Techniques’ by Clive Haynes FRPS

Member’s Evening - Varied Interactive Topics Around the Room - Bring Your Camera!

An evening of various subjects and techniques including: practical portraiture using lighting positioning, macro and still life, ‘show me how’ help and advice.

Bring in entries for next session’s ‘Open’ competition

‘High Focus’ - A Presentation by Ian Parnell at the Abergavenny Borough Theatre

Ian describes his approach as “photography from the front line”. The front line here is far from the edge of the studio lights, up into the heights of the Himalayas, or the depths of cold of the Patagonian winter. One of Britain’s leading alpinists and twice nominated for the Piolet D’Or, Ian has made significant ascents in the Himalayas, Alaska, Kyrygyzstan, Greenland and Patagonia.

Join us for what is sure to be an evening full of stunning photography and heart-stopping tales of adventure!

Click here for more information.

There will be no meeting on this evening.

Bank Holiday Monday

Club Competition - ‘Open’

Our judge for this evening will be Tony Beale ARPS.

‘A Year in the Life of a Wall’ - A Presentation by Terry Wall EFIAP PPSA DPAGB

This talk by versatile photographer Terry Wall depicts the places and wildlife that have been photographed during a typical year of his work. It covers the Greek Island of Lesvos; the people, scenery and the birds of this haven for migratory species, then on to the Galapagos islands finishing at one of the most outstanding bird reserves in the world, Bosque Del Apache.

For more information, take a look at Terry’s site by clicking here.

Member’s Evening - Summer Panels

Our usual annual evening where you bring in the pictures that you have taken over the summer break for discussion and critique with the other members.

‘Travelogue and Comedy’ - A Presentation by Mick Sullivan

An evening that is guaranteed to be full of humour and superb photography.

Member’s Evening - TBA

This evening is currently left as a placeholder for a member’s evening, the exact details are still to be decided.

Inter-Club Battle with Ebbw Vale

Our annual battle with our neighbours. Always an excellent evening of photography and banter. This year we have paid off the judge to ensure victory!

‘The Countryside in the 60s’ - A Presentation by Graham Wren ARPS

A walk back in time to see how the landscape used to look.

Bring in entries for next session’s ‘Tools of the Trade’ competition

Club Competition - ‘Tools of the Trade’

Our judge for this evening will be Brian Haggerty LMPA.

Member’s Evening

This evening is currently left as a placeholder for a member’s evening, the exact details are still to be decided.

Annual General Meeting

Christmas Meal

Once again we will be organising a Christmas meal, date and venue have yet to be determined but, as usual, partners are always welcome and we are sure to enjoy ourselves.

A chance to view and critique the RPS Digital Imaging Group 2007 Exhibition. This is also an opportunity for you to bring in your own images for critique by the other members.

Come on, you know you love it, the end of the year culminates in an opportunity for you to show a vote of no confidence in the committee and tell us what you really think!