CLUB NIGHT NEWS 30.6.11

DPS ANNUAL EXHIBITION

The 100 prints are in, labelled and ready to go.

Set up day is Friday July 8^th at 9.00 a.m. Traditionally a large team of volunteers turn up to install in the magnificent setting of the Galilee Chapel in Durham Cathedral.

The opening at 7.00 p.m that night will be by NCPF President Richard Spiers who will also choose the winner of the Ted Mansell Award. All members and their guests are invited and there will be guests from other clubs as well.

During the two weeks of the exhibition, there is rota of members doing the stewarding in two hour shifts. This most enjoyable of tasks include an element of security and talking to visitors from all over the world about the club and the work on display. Please check your diary and put your name down on the list.

PRACTICAL IMAGE PROCESSING NIGHT - July

Members’ pictures: Bring in some you’d like to share, especially any demonstrating techniques learned on a digital night

Layers: You know you need to use them for best results. This session by John Gordon will set you on the right path

Camera craft: By popular demand, how to set your camera for best effect

Wednesday 6^th July County Hall, 7 to 9 pm

DPS Photographers in Action

It’s a double whammy if you can help out local good causes and at the same time have the opportunity to practice your photography skills. There were two such this weekend in June:

Armed Forces Day June 24th

In Durham, this day was marked by the presentation of armed forces Veterans Badges at a special event at County Hall. There was also brass band music and a battle drill display by the 68^th Society of the Durham Light Infantry. DPS members took pictures for the DLI Association and these can be viewed here: LINK

 

 

 

Mini Moto June 25th

The Scottish Mini Moto Championship Round 3 took place right here in Co Durham at the Warden Law track. A group of DPS members (some pictured) were able to take pictures trackside thanks to Durham Constabulary’s Bikewise. The images can be viewed here:

LINK to BWMB

 

CLUB NIGHT PREVIEW, June 30th

It’s a Knockout!

Yet another enjoyable night to look forward to. There are two competitions, prints and projected images. – all images not seen at the club before. In the case of prints, they are arranged around the room before the start so everyone can take a close look. Images are put up two at a time and the audience votes for their favourite and the winner goes through to the next round, and so on until there is only one left standing. The photographer’s are not revealed until a picture is knocked out or is the winner.

It’s nail-biting stuff and great fun. Roger has promised prizes for the two winners.

Prints must be no bigger than A4 including any mount (to keep a level playing field). Digital images can be emailed to Roger or brought in on the night on memory stick along with your prints. Up to 4 of each per member.

ASSIGNMENT TEESDALE - Gallery now on line.

Tonight, June 29^th, members will be meeting to view and discuss prints made from pictures taken on the memorable, glorious even, outing to the Gibson’s cave area of Teesdale and Middleton in Teesdale. – re-living the experience, receiving feedback and learning from each other.

To view over 100 images taken by members during the assignment , click on Assignments on the home page of this website and then Teesdale. The extra challenge was “Lichens and Moss”

Members interested in taking part in Assignment outings can contact Colin Armitstead. All are welcome.

UPDATES to the NCPF WEB SITE

The following updates have been made to our web site since the last update message and all can be accessed via:-

www.ncpf.org.uk

1. Diary:-

Durham PS: Annual Print Exhibition at Durham Cathedral.

2. PAGB News:-

PAGB e-news No 46 has been added to the listing.

Dave Coates
(NCPF Webmaster)

EXHIBITION NEWS: INTERFACE

There is an exhibition called Lazy Days by artists of the Co Durham artists’ network, Interface, In the Gates shopping centre, Durham City until 10^th July. Included is some fine work by photographer Chris J Web.

www.interfacearts.co.uk

While in the Gates, check out the new studio of our own Alan Clarke near to Wilkinsons.

e-news of the PAGB issue 46

This latest issue contains the following:

The Inter-Federation Print Competition results

Peter Cheetham - New PAGB President

Jack Johnson & APM Adjudicators 2012

Useful Notices and Adverts

Further FIAP success

PAGB Website, Advert

Click on this link to view: http://www.pagbnews.co.uk/e-news/en46240111InterFedPrint.pdf

Don't miss also the FREE DRAW for Permajet Paper. This issue it is for 50 A3+ Oyster and the odds of winning are good.

The PAGB database of e-news recipients is on a secure and confidential facility. If you would like to subscribe, you can do so on: http://www.pagbnews.co.uk

CLUB NIGHT NEWS 23.6.11

ASSIGNMENT TEESDALE!

A great time was had by all. The follow up review meeting will be 29^th June, 7.00 p.m, County Hall. Bring up to 4 A4 prints plus a couple of the Colin Challenge, “Moss and Lichen”

NCPF MEMBERS’ BEAMISH WEEKEND, Beamish Trophy

DPS members who enjoyed their photography during this special weekend may like to enter two prints in the NCPF competition for pictures taken during the three days. Details and entry form is here:

http://www.ncpf.org.uk/data/uploads/beamish-trophy.pdf

Joe Grabham will arrange for the entries to be delivered en masse to the NCPF executive meeting so bring them to the club before the end of July

DPS ANNUAL EXHIBITION

A large and exciting looking (judging by the odd glimpse) are now in the hands of the organising team. Late entries can be accepted but only if you can deliver them to Colin Armitstead’s home by the end of this weekend.

Set up day is July 8^th. Details to follow including how you can help to set up and steward.

Exhibition posters are available from Don Bennett.

KNOCKOUT COMPETITION June 30^th

It’s a fun night! Up to 4 prints no bigger than A4 including mount and 4 digital images (usual competition size) per member. The images must be previously unseen at the club. You can email digital images to Roger (preferred) or bring in on the night on a memory stick along with your prints.

MEMBERS NIGHT 7^th July – Themes and Variations

Members are now signed up. Aim for a ten minute presentation. This could be the night of the year!

HALF YEARLY SUBS

Angy is reminding everyone who pay this way that the 2^nd half payment is due soon

CLUB NIGHT PREVIEW, June 23 rd

David Taylor “Light Work”, professional landscape photography.

Yet another night not to be missed! David is a landscape and travel photographer based in Hexham, Northumberland. He has worked all over the British Isles, from Cornwall to the Outer Hebrides in Scotland.
He is particularly passionate about photographing the landscape and architecture of the north east of England. This includes his home county of Northumberland and towns and cities such as Newcastle, Durham and Sunderland. His travel photography has taken him from sun-kissed beaches in the Indian Ocean to the bright chill of Sweden in winter.

For a preview of David’s superb photography, his website is here: http://www.davidtaylorphotography.co.uk/

He is also taking part in the Network Artists of Northumberland summer Art Tour. He will be showing prints and books at Hexham Abbey along with five other artists: two painters, a weaver, a woodcarver and a glass worker. They are in the Abbey every weekend during June, Saturday and Sunday 11.00 - 5.00 (or after morning service on Sundays).

St Cuthbert’s Hospice Midnight Walk 2011

Dateline Saturday 18^th June.

Well over 800 women of all ages from teenagers to seniors, all with a story to tell, assembled for this annual fundraising, sponsored 10K walk near County Hall. Illuminated bunny ears, pink tiaras, pink official T-shirt to die for, all accessorised as only the spirited women of Co Durham can, including Lady Gaga’s galore. With circus entertainer, disco warm up and North East Legend Denise Robertson to send them on their way with inspiring words, it is safe to say a really good time was had by all and a great deal of money was raised.

The intrepid participants were supported by large numbers of St Cuthbert’s volunteers who turned out to do the registration, stewarding and giving out the medals and goodies. Durham Photographic Society members were on hand to take photographs which can be seen here:LINK More will be added later in the week.

More information about St Cuthbert’s Hospice is here: www.stcuthbertshospice.com

From the Front Line of ASSIGNMENT TEESDALE

The forecast is rain and sure enough it’s raining heavily in Durham. The temptation to call in sick is great but, with a superhuman effort, I take off early for Teesdale with the intention of a hike up to High Force before the others arrive. This plan is scuppered due to frequent stops to photograph the glorious Teesdale landscape, complete with old barns, dry stone walls and summer rain softly-drenched hay meadows. How would Lilian capture these magical scenes? I know he’s out there somewhere.

At the Bowlees car park meeting point Barry is already there with killer pictures under his belt (as you’d expect from a Pentax User). The others roll up and there follows the usual light hearted banter and general hilarity before moving up the gorge to the waterfalls and Gibson’s cave. The serious landscapers are soon setting up tripods and 10 stoppers actually in the river (impressive). Many are also peering intently at rocks from a very close distance (the extra challenge for the day is lichen and moss which abound in the crystal clean air of upper Teesdale). Make mental note to acquire a macro lens. Even with existing lenses the macro world looks utterly beautiful. Find out getting the DOF right is not as easy as it looks. The rain has eased off completely.

On the way down, we explore the old quarry area. I would have passed by but a dozen nature lovers are peering intently at the ground. Sure enough, wild orchids, tiny snails (make mental note to buy macro lens) and other fascinating stuff abounds. Best of all, there are faces in the stone of the cliffs. “I see faces” Colin has pointed out this phenomenon on a number of occasions.

Eventually, off to lunch in Middleton in Teesdale. I arrive early and, on impulse, explore the nearby churchyard (hoping to see more faces? Ed). The ancient grave stones are covered in even better, more diverse lichens and mosses. Over an excellent lunch I am torn. Do I tell them about Lichen City next door? I confess I am tempted not to for some time but the conviviality is such that (of course) I pass this gem of intelligence on. Such is the culture of generosity to fellow photographers within Durham Photographic Society.

On the drive home I come across an abandoned derelict cottage high up on the moors. Urgently, I try to phone the others but, sadly, I struggle to find a signal up here …

Altogether, a great day out in good company and photographing outside your comfort zone. What’s not to like?

    

UPDATES to the NCPF WEB SITE.

The following updates have been made to our web site since the last update message and all can be accessed via:-

www.ncpf.org.uk

1. Home Page:-

Important notice for all Print workers who are members of NCPF affiliated clubs, relating to the forthcoming Northern Counties International Salon.

2. Latest News Items:-

The results of this years’ PAGB Inter-Federation Alliance Prints Competition are the latest news item.

3. Latest News Items / Less recent News Items:-

In view of its potential length this page has been given an upgrade to make it easier to navigate.

Dave Coates
NCPF Webmaster

CLUB NIGHT NEWS 16.6.11

ASSIGNMENT TEESDALE!

Saturday 18^th June meeting in the Bowlees visitor centre and picnic area car park (Gibson’s Cave and Low Force are nearby) at 10.00 a.m moving to Middleton-in-Teesdale for lunch at 1.00. Extra challenge on the day – “Moss or lichen”. It will be a great day out come rain or come shine!

NCPF MEMBERS’ BEAMISH WEEKEND - !8^th, 19^th and 20^th June

Saturday 18^th clashes with the Assignment day so Sunday 19^th is the better option (day of the vintage car reliability run and extended opening 9.00 am to 6.00 pm for DPS and other NCPF club members. Monday 20^th is another option with less visitors. There will be an NCPF Beamish Trophy competition for the best picture taken over the weekend and the best competition prints will be exhibited at the event next year.

DPS ANNUAL EXHIBITION

There is still space for more members to take part. Simply bring in your two mounted prints (see previous blogs for more details).

Write your title and name on the back clearly and legibly to avoid inadvertent mistakes in the print labelling.

A team including Colin Armitstead, Don Bennett, John Attle and Dennis Hardingham will leap into action and do the pre-exhibition work. Other members can volunteer to help in setting up and stewarding later on.

KNOCKOUT COMPETITION June 30^th

Up to 4 prints no bigger than A4 including mount and 4 digital images (usual competition size) per member. The images must be previously unseen at the club. You can email digital images to Roger from now (preferred) or bring in on the night on a memory stick along with your 4 prints.

MEMBERS NIGHT 7^th July – Themes and Variations

More members needed! A ten to 15 minute presentation, simply showing some recent work and talking about it is all that is required. Does not have to be competition pictures. For instance, you may have been working on a project or theme. To register your interest, speak to Paul Ritchie and sign up. There is a list on the notice board.

VOLUNTEERS FOR PHOTOGRAPHY NIGHT IN THE CATHEDRAL

This annual photography in the cathedral event for the paying public will be 25^th July. Durham Photographic Society will be providing six members experienced in photographing the interior of the cathedral to assist the public. Speak to organiser John Attle if you would like to take part.

PHOTOGRAPHIC WORKSHOPS

Killhope Museum are hosting 2 photography workshops and would like to invite members of the Durham Photographic Society to come along (details attached in flyer). a PDF copy can be down loaded here LINK

The workshops are being held in our fantastic new Mongolian yurt which promises a unique experience.

I look forward to hearing from you.

Helen Marritt

Administrative Officer

Killhope Mining Museum

Results Fillingham Trophy, Judged by our very own David Trout LRPS.

Set subject Juxtaposition.

1st Place. Neil Maughan

2nd Place. Angy Ellis.

3rd Place. Stephen Bell.

Results, Iris Trophy and Hon. Members Cup Judged by Bryan Lindley LRPS.

Iris Trophy.Projected images a set of up to six.

1st Place. Rob Birrell. Glorious Goths.

2nd Place.Lilian Blot. Ivory.

 

3rd Place. Angy Ellis. Fast Flips.

Hon Members Cup. Prints up to Six.

1st Place. Alan Stott.

2nd Place.Angy Ellis.

3rd Place. Michael Watson.