50 tickets available so this week is the last chance for people to order.
Warrington Photograhic Society
23rd May 2008
Warrington PS will be hosting a spectacular event and one of the first for a while in the north west region.
An Evening with Andy Rouse, the internationally renowned wildlife photographer.
Friday 23rd May 2008 at 7.30pm and will be ticket only event.
All the details are on www.warringtonps.co.uk
Don't forget to book your ticket.
(this is the last Inter-club Slide Championship)
I have loaded a publisher version of this document, which can be downloaded
The Final Showing of the L&CPU
Centenary Exhibition
at
Towneley Hall, Burnley
from 17 April-29 May 2008
The LSAPS “Diamond Anniversary” Exhibition
Photographs taken over the last 60 years.
At the Heritage Centre,
Henry Street ,Lytham.
10th to the 29 th June 2008.
j-whittaker@talktalk.net
The LSAPS “Photoshow 2008”
At the Drive Methodist Church Halls
East Bank Road , St.Annes – on –Sea.
2nd to the 16 th August 2008.
A sale of used photographic equipment
Held on each Saturday during the show.
j-whittaker@talktalk.net
News from the RPS:
The Royal Photographic Society's Members Exhibition
Date: 22/02/2008 - 31/05/2008
Venue: Museum of Lancashire
Discover the diverse styles and techniques adopted, and the high quality of work of the Royal Photographic Society Members. This Members' Exhibition was set up in 2003 as a response to requests for an exclusive members' show and also to celebrate the 150th anniversary of the Society. It now takes place every two years giving visitors the opportunity to view over 100 prints from across the globe which have been selected by Fellows of The Society and members of the Exhibitions Committee. These prints showcase the diverse range of work of the members whilst demonstrating their commitment to the art of photography.
The Royal Photographic Society is the foremost Photographic Society in the world. It was founded in 1853, when photography was in its infancy, and has been a leading force in its advancement ever since. During its long history it has maintained a strong and committed membership worldwide. Its aim, as an Educational Charity is to promote the art of cience of photography.
WHAT'S ON WHERE!
I'll make every effort to give information correctly, but please check before you go anywhere. Neither the L&CPU or myself can accept any responsibility if an event is incorrectly listed, postponed or cancelled!!
Please note #RPS events are normally open to all, but many must be pre-booked.
2008
*** Fri 7th Mar until Sun 1st Jun - The Henri Cartier Bresson Scrapbook 1932-46 - features his travels in Spain and his encounters with surrealism and modern art - National Media Museum, Bradford BD1 1NQ - Tues - Sun 10.00 to 18.00- Free - www.nationalmediamuseum.org.uk ***
*** Fri 16th May to Sun 18th May - Community Rail Weekend - Photographic Exhibition in the Platform Gallery, Clitheroe- see competition entry details on www.lcpu.org.uk (Closing date for entries Mon 31st Mar) ***
# *** Sun 29th Jun -RPS Photographers' Tea Party hosted by Ben Gorman (Limited to
40 members) www.northwest.rps.org ***
*** Sat 12th Jul - PAGB Colour Slide Championship - University of Warwick ***
# *** Sat 26th Jul - RPS Visit to the Cumbria Steam Fair at Cark Airfield near Grange over Sands (Limited to 15 photographers, please contact David Briggs on 01229 861 359) www.northwest.rps.org ***
*** Tue 30thSept - Closing Date for the PAGB Awards - see www.lcpu.org.uk downloads or contact competitions@lcpu.org.uk ***
*** Sat 25th Oct - PAGB Club Print Championship - Connahs Quay ***
*** Sat 22nd &Sun 23rd Nov - PAGB Awards Adjudication - see www.lcpu.org.uk downloads or contact ompetitions@lcpu.org.uk ***
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CLOSING DATES FOR ENTRIES TO COMPETITIONS:
WORKSHOPS (PLEASE ALSO REFER TO 'WHAT'S ON' ABOVE)
*** Margaret and John Sixsmith will be running, for the Field Study Council, 2 Nature Photography Courses aimed at the beginner, at Kindrogan FSC in Scotland
NATURE TASTER
Photographic courses
18 th-24 th May and 14- 20 th September 2008
Would you like to spend a week learning how to photograph nature?
Based in the beautiful setting of the Scottish Highlands,
Margaret and John Sixsmith are running two courses at Kindrogan Field Study Centre near Pitlochry, Perthshire in 2008.
The courses are designed for beginners in nature photography but those with more experience are very welcome.
From close-up to long lens work, there is a wealth of subjects around Kindrogan to practise the many techniques that will be shown.
Please note that many aspects of nature photography require working at low levels. Also there will be extended periods of sitting still and quiet in a hide. The ability to walk up to 2 miles, sometimes on steep and uneven ground, is required to get the most out of the course.
For further details please contact Margaret on msix@talktalk.net
For details of Kindrogan FSC and to book please contact enquiries.kd@field-studies-council.org
Tel: 01250 870150***
Photo Courses.
These will be courses run for 6 people at a time - cost £45. Using Photoshop Phil & Gwen Charnock will show how by using an imaginative approach you can produce award winning images. Full details are on their information site at http://charnockphotocourses.mysite.orange.co.uk
Steve Lewis ARPS runs landscape photography holidays - www.landscapesofwales.co.uk for details
Simon Booth runs Nature Photography Workshops. He also runs 'in the field' Landscape Tuition on an individual or group basis. See his website under 'Courses' for details:
www.simonboothphotography.com Anyone wishing to join his e-mail distribution list, which gives information about up and coming events, please email on info@simonboothphotography.com
Digital AV Workshop's available, to include Adobe Audition, Audacity (both are sound editing programmes) and Pictures to Exe. All other aspects of AV can be covered as required. Contact myself (Marion) at workshops@chasingthelight.co.uk
Photographic Workshops at The Bakery Photographic Studio, Cefn Mawr, Wrexham - covering a wide range of subjects, from basic camera know-how, through a range of digital courses, to advanced studio techniques - these are for small groups of 5-10 people - book online www.cefn-mawr.com or www.bigloaf.com - or phone Myk Briggs, the studio's owner, on 01978 823000 - ( # discounts for RPS members on most of its events)
If anyone is interested in hiring a darkroom - £10 per session - there is one available at The Brindley, Runcorn - if you are experienced contact Venue Manager Claire Jones 0151 424 2061 ext 4067 to hire direct, if you require details of short courses contact Louise Hesketh, Visual Arts Development Officer - 0151 424 2061 ext 4160 or Louise.Hesketh@halton-borough.gov.uk
Marion Waine
Publicity Officer
L&CPU
publicity@lcpu.org.uk
