Welcome back to the new session! Talk to us about your images (max 3 per member), what, why, where, etc. and "Camera Refresh" - know your camera (please bring your camera and handbook.)
Some members have been asking for this and we are happy to oblige. The only manipulation you can do to your chosen image is a “crop” (whether within the camera or with software). Your image must be taken as a jpeg
Knowing your camera and other basic knowledge about photography
Continuation from last week including composition, etc. (Zoe) Image Bank and other practical advice (Graeme). Sharing the New Exhibition guidance produced by the sub-group including sizing images (Alex)
Learn some secrets that will help you, save money and improve your photography (Graeme) Bring handbook, camera and flashgun (if you have one) Hand in 3 Panel Theme Entries
A black and white image ranging from the very dark grey (black) to the very clear grey (white).
Learn some more about black and white photography (Gavin)
A tutorial on the use of layers in photoshop/Elements (Bill)
Next steps in using layers in photoshop/Elements (Bill)
Put your new skills to use with expert help at your fingertips.
For this theme the subject matter is your choice, but the image must have been taken using an aperture of f5.6 or less.
Preparation, Advice and Review (Alex and the sub group)
Preparation, Advice and Review (Alex and the sub group)
HDR stands for High Dynamic Range. HDR is achieved by merging or layering photos of the same subject (usually between 3 and 9) taken with different exposures. For this theme, you are asked to submit an HDR image on any subject (this, in turn, will demand you also submit your three (or more) images as…
Go out & take your photos using the HDR techniques. (More experienced members will support others).
Learn how to create your own HDR images.
This theme is open entirely to your interpretation and imagination. An introduction to this fun theme (Alex) + results of HDR theme (judge Watson C)
Intro to Landscape Theme - Watson & Gavin Landscape Photography Theme Definition Landscape photography is all about capturing an image that embodies the spirit of an outdoors scene. It should convey the inspiration that encouraged the photographer to take the photo in the first place. This inspiration can involve:- mood atmosphere…
This theme is entirely open to your interpretation and imagination. It is all about the use of colour, whether it be bold Primary colours, the subtle differences of shade and tone or the relationship between different colours.
Your Questions answered by the Panel. This time we have guest panellists... Nick Prior (http://www.nickpriorphotography.co.uk/) and Norman Dodds (http://www.fotoscope.co.uk/)
For this theme, we will limit acceptable entries to images taken after sundown and before sunrise, the subject can be anything not necessarily stars or milky way. It's open to include street lighting and torchlight or flash infill but not an image dominated by flash or where flash is the only source of light
A photoshop night on how to improve your low light photos
The definition of which will include all animals both domestic and wild animals, including insects, birds, marine life and any other living creatures. Images can be action shots, portraits or showing animal behaviour. They can also include people, providing the main focus of the image is either on the animal or showing the relationship between…
Advice and tips on how to get the best from printing your own images.
Portraiture has fascinated humankind since the birth of art, and is one of the most popular genres of photography. Capturing the personality, mood and essence of a person is a constantly inspiring and challenging endeavour. The goal of this theme is to explore the world of portraiture using styles or techniques that add another dimension to…
Theme definition: "A collection of 3 or more images which convey or depict the story of a scene/event/place etc." Deadline: 11th June 2020
Theme definition: "This theme is all about using the minimum focusing distance of your lenses to your advantage. The detail and the use of Depth of Field (DoF) will be key." Deadline: 7th November 2019
Bring along your camera gear as we will be exploring the world of macro. Cameras, macro lenses, extension tubes and flashes - whatever you have. Make sure to bring a tripod too.
DEADLINE - Macro theme hand-in Lighting with flash presented by Graeme.
Graeme to lead
- Graeme Introduction to Painting With Light / Lighting (+High Key)
Thinking about the exhibition Image... editing help ---- 2/3 way review