IMPORTANT!!!! – September Club Night
Please be aware that our September Club night will be held on THURSDAY 14TH September at the Valentine Bowling Club (VBC) and NOT on Wednesday 13th September. VBC has a paying function on the Wednesday night necessitating this move. No lucky door prizes for anyone who goes on the Wednesday night!
I will send out another reminder prior to the meeting.
by Dennis Archibald, September 3, 2023
Results for competitions in July 2023 Raw Image Challenge
There were 3 entries that were rated the highest by our judge(s).
Members can view all images and comment on them by following this link
View / Comment entries in July 2023 Raw Image Challenge
click here to see a pdf catalog of all competition results
July2023RawImageChallenge da Don Anderson – 1st Place July 2023 Raw Image Challenge |
July 2023 RIC Peter Treloar – 2nd Place July 2023 Raw Image Challenge |
JULY RAW IMAGE CHALLENGE TJC Trevor Cotterill – 3rd Place July 2023 Raw Image Challenge |
by Greg Carruthers, September 1, 2023
Hunter Wetlands Photoshoot Saturday Sept 2nd
Venue – Hunter Wetlands Shortland
Date– This Saturday September 2nd
Time – 8.30am to 11am You will need to arrive in the carpark no later than 8.15am. We need to record names and advise everyone of rules and regulations re the wetland environment before entry.
Cost – $6 adult, $5 Concession, Already a member – Free (bring your card)
Important Information – Make sure you bring camera equipment and your footwear is suitable for a wetland and unsealed road or path environment.
Insects and spiders are plentiful so apply or bring repellent, long sleeves and appropriate clothing including a hat would be advisable. More than likely you will be in direct sunlight, pack some sunscreen.
Snakes are common so sturdy shoes and appropriate clothing are needed. We will carry a first aid kit.
It will be suggested to stay close to other photographers and not venture out on your own. Try to stay on paths and walkways where possible.
The Wetlands Contact details are – (02) 4951 6466 please add this number to your contacts before arrival in case you need assistance.
The centre could be quite busy as there is a “Bird Watchers Forum” being held on the grounds. Just be aware
See you there! Contact me if you need more info
GregC
by Greg Carruthers, August 31, 2023
PSA INTERCLUB COMPETITION – ROUND 1
Entries are now open for Round 1 of the PSA Interclub competition.
ALL club members are invited to submit images for possible selection to represent our club. The categories are Colour, Monochrome, Nature, Photojournalism and Photo Travel.
Please download this document for detailed information – some things have changed from last year.
Images must be uploaded to the club website by 15th October.
by Roy Killen, August 31, 2023
Results for competitions in 2023 August Digital
There were 8 entries that were rated the highest by our judge(s).
Members can view all images and comment on them by following this link
View / Comment entries in 2023 August Digital
Member’s choice voting is available. This just for fun and does not affect the club pointscore. To vote follow the link above.
click here to see a pdf catalog of all competition results
Tranquil Lake Mac Lynda Beeston – Honours-Judges-Choice A Grade Open Colour Digital |
Night Fishing Bob Todd – Honours-Judges-Choice A Grade Open Mono Digital |
Lake Mac at Rathmines Bob Todd – Honours-Judges-Choice A Grade SetSubject Digital |
Stormy Day at Redhead Shark Tower. Laurie Connolly – Honours-Judges-Choice B Grade Open Colour Digital |
Letting Off Steam Ian Brown – Honours-Judges-Choice B Grade Open Mono Digital |
Tied Up Chris Prior – Honours-Judges-Choice Advanced Open Colour Digital |
Thinking – Outside the Square Trevor Cotterill – Honours-Judges-Choice Advanced Open Mono Digital |
Valentines Jetty Phil Whiteman – Honours-Judges-Choice Advanced SetSubject Digital |
by Diane Schofield, August 26, 2023