Ham Purveyor

I have uploaded another video. This time concerning Selecting an Object for later use on other images.
View it and learn maybe HERE
This video has been made a private only viewable by members of the Club providing I have inserted the correct email address for you. If you have a problem please ask me.

I have put links into the Members section under Ham Purveyor
Peter

RPS International 156: 

 

All styles and genres of photography will be considered including documentary, fashion, fine art, photojournalism,
travel, portraiture and nature. Each image submitted will be judged as a single, stand-alone image so you can enter
a varied selection of work. 100 images will be selected for the printed touring exhibition and three will be selected
for awards by the judges.

ENTRY:

ENTER BEFORE 2 APRIL 2013 AND ENTRY FEE IS REDUCED! RPS Member - EARLY ENTRY £10 per person (usually £15)
ALL ENTRANTS will receive a printed copy of the exhibition catalogue in July/August 2013

All information for submitting prints or digital images can be found on the RPS International 156 website
www.rps-international.org

Having a print selected for the touring exhibition provides exposure for both amateur and professional photographers
as well as giving enthusiasts recognition. Enter your work for your chance to exhibit in the world’s longest running print
exhibition!

Useful information regarding accounts:
Create a login to enter the competition by registering. If you entered the Members’ Biennial, simply login using the information you created.

To pay for your entry in the RPS shop, login using your Members’ Area username and password.

If you have any problems paying online, please fill in your payment details on the entry form.
Entry forms can be emailed to exhibitions@rps.org or posted to: RPS, Fenton House, 122 Wells Road, Bath BA2 3AH

Sally Smart ARPS
Exhibitions Assistant
The Royal Photographic Society
Tel. 01225 325724
Email: sally@rps.org
VISIT WWW.RPS.ORG

PermaJet Printing, Photoshop & Lightroom Training Days

It's all about image... Improve your images, knowledge and inkjet print  output at PermaJet The successful Training Day Workshops at PermaJet, part of The Imaging Warehouse, are available on a series of new dates for 2013. Why not come along to a choice of our informative, one day, training workshops in Stratford-upon-Avon or Dumfries and expand your knowledge of topics - with subjects including... Photoshop or Lightroom - staged courses from beginner through to advanced Image Preparation, Editing & Inkjet Printing - for great print output with all the best practice hints and tips ICC Profiling and Colour management - the popular one! Get those all important colours right first time Advanced Monochrome Printing - learn the techniques for the best B&W with your inkjet printer Fine Art Monochrome & Artistic Printing - be extra creative with digital techniques to create Giclee images All our tutors are RPS members with the perfect knowledge and manner to help you learn essential information at your own pace in the relaxed atmosphere of our dedicated training rooms. With groups of 8 to 20 people, in-depth and highly focused tuition across a wide range of the photographic creative and printing subjects is guaranteed. Saturday & Wednesday Courses available 10am to 5pm - 6 hours of learning plus lunch and tea breaks All refreshments and lunch included Bargains and deals on products to be had on the day And the best bit... each course is normally only £60.00 BUT YOU CAN SAVE 20% IF YOU BOOK BY 15th APRIL 2013 As an introductory offer to all our loyal customers, we would like to offer you a special course price of only £48.00  -  BOOK NOW . Visit our website to read more details and to make a booking for your place and receive your 'Workshop Welcome Pack'. If you wish to discuss the course content or any other aspect of your booking, do not hesitate to contact our training course organiser, Louise Hill - louiseh@permajet.com or telephone her directly on 01789 739207.

Visit Frogmore House Garden 16th May

Dear Salisbury Camera Club,
I am writing to you on behalf of Blind Veterans UK, to inform you of an upcoming event which we believe will be of great interest to you and your photography club / society.
On Thursday 16th May, by gracious permission of Her Majesty the Queen, Frogmore House Garden, set in the grounds of Windsor Castle, will be open to the public. Blind Veterans UK has been kindly chosen to be the benefitting charity for this event. Frogmore Garden would make a stunning backdrop for any photographer – especially as public access is very rare.

Blind Veterans UK, formerly St Dunstan’s, believe no one who’s served our country should battle blindness alone. We provide vision impaired veterans with access to the finest quality services to help them discover life beyond sight loss. This includes the provision of lifelong welfare support, rehabilitation, training, long term nursing as well as residential and respite care.
Therefore, all proceeds for the Garden tickets will raise vital funds that will allow us to keep providing the invaluable services to benefit blind ex-Service men and women.

Tickets for the Garden are £5.50. Guided tours of the garden are available, subject to availability, and will cost and extra £3.00. Tickets are also available to purchase on the day but will cost a little extra.

For more information and to purchase tickets please visit http://www.blindveterans.org.uk/frogmoregarden.
We very much hope you are able to attend this event, being such a rare opportunity, whilst supporting a very worthwhile cause at the same time.
Thank you and kind regards,
Aaron Tillyer
W: www.blindveterans.org.uk

**** Photography Workshop **** Sunday 21st April 2013:

**** Photography Workshop ****

Sunday 21st April 2013: Swallowcliffe

Outdoor Digital Photography one day course - Improve your digital photography techniques

A special full day workshop with experienced trainers and lots of hands-on parcatice. Covering Landscape photography, Macro and Capturing People. 

More details atwww.swallowcliffe.com/photography-classes.htm

Fancy a Photography Masterclass on Private Island 10th-12th May?

Dear Salisbury Camera Club,

Fancy a Photography Masterclass on Private Island 10th-12th May?!
Hands On tutorials with Eamonn McCabe?!

 Click HERE

Kind regards,
Bob Callway
07973 551 452
www.nilsfoto.com

Salisbury Amateur Photographic Society - ever heard of it?

Some lovely news today courtesy of John Calladine.  He has sent me images from a Photographic Society dating back 1893. Well worth looking at.
I am grateful to John for bearing us in mind and sending us the images.
To see these look HERE

An International Photography Competition Opportunity!

International Fine Art Photography Competition  Now Open for Submissions! Early Bird Deadline, April 14, 2013 The Grand Prix de la Découverte International Fine Art Photography Program invites talented emerging and mid-career photographers to submit their work for the 2013 competition. The distinguished panel of jurors is dedicated to recognizing deserving artists and providing exposure and awards for the best images in a diverse range of categories. Vive la photographie!   The early bird submission deadline is April 14, 2013  (11:59 pm Pacific Daylight Time).     Open to Photographers Around the World     Categories: People/Portraits Landscape/Seascape/Nature Cityscape/Architecture Street Photography/Documentary Still Life Abstract Experimental Awards, Recognition, Exposure:   $35,000 in awards Travel to Paris for the seven category winners Finalists' work exhibited in Paris (November 2013) Grand Prix winners' work published in aCurator Magazine Ongoing presence in the Grand Prix de la Décoverte online gallery and social media community Finalists' work accepted into the prestigious collection of the Bibliothèque Nationale de France      Jurors: A prestigious panel of museum     curators, gallery directors, and fine art     photographers: Anne Biroleau,    Didier Brousse, Julie Grahame,   Alexandre Percy, David Travis, and       Hiroshi Watanabe.      Early Bird Deadline, APRIL 14, 2013    CLICK HERE TO ENTER For more information:                            www.internationalfineartphoto.org                  This competition adheres to the Artists' Bill of Rights.

London Salon 2013

The Salon is a unique photographic institution and acceptance into its exhibitions are a career highlight for many photographers. Your editor would hate you to miss your chance of entering so I have taken the unusual step of issuing this amendment.

ONLINE ENTRY CLOSES 14 APRIL 2013 at www.londonsalon.org

ALL PRINTS TO BE RECEIVED BY 24 APRIL 2013

PAGB News No 87

This is e-news from the PAGB

Please click on this link to see Issue 87 of e-news from the PAGB.

http://www.pagbnews.co.uk/e-news/en87200313_NatureDef_APAGBs.pdf

Andy Beel FRPS

After yesterday evenings talk Andy is quite keen to further your expertise in printing especially Monochrome [of course]. This link will change as Andy moves on/.

All the info on courses are on my website on the workshops and seminars page www.andybeelfrps.co.uk/Workshops%20-%20Seminars

Regards
Andy Beel FRPS
M 07970 078 624
H 01275 839 666

RPS Southern Centre Meeting Ringwood Sunday 21st April 2013

Details are HERE

Fremantle International Portrait Prize

Dear photographer and/or art lover
The organising committee of the Fremantle International Portrait Prize (FiPP) would like to let you know that the 2013 competition will be accepting entries as from the 5th May 2013.
Last year was a huge success and we were able to give the charity, Arthritis & Osteoporosis WA, $5,962 after all expenses were met. In other words, it's for a very worthy cause.

The first prize is $ 5,000 again.

This year it is possible to enter up to FIVE images with no time restriction on when they were taken. Please visit our website for further information - www.fremantleportraitprize.org.au

Best of luck! Please feel; welcome to share this notification with anyone you know who is interested in photography.

Regards  FiPP Committee

Less one month to participate at 
the competition of LA GACILLY 2013

Inside the 10th international photographic Festival of People and Nature of La Gacilly 2013, a competition of digital pictures is organised with the Photo Club of La Gacilly, partner of the festival.

DATE LIMITE / CLOSING DATE: 08 AVRIL / APRIL 2013
Patronages de:
PSA PID & Nature ISF 04 / 2013 FIAP 2013 / 062 FPF 2013 / 05 UPI CP LAGACILLY
Special recognition 3 ***

The Didcot King and his Entourage - Neil Cave

OPEN THE DOOR TO THE PAST...
Didcot Railway Centre

Saturday 15th & Sunday 16th June 2013
Saturday 29th & Sunday 30th June 2013

With grateful thanks to the GreatWestern Society, Neil Cave and I are pleased to announce two weekends of steam atmosphere recreating the era of the early 1950s at Didcot Railway Centre.

Star of the show will be King Edward II in British Railways early blue livery, facing EAST over the weekend of 15th & 16th June and WEST during the weekend of 29th & 30th June. We will have use of a Cornish riviera headboard during both events to add variety to the scenes.

GWR 2-6-0 No.5322 in British Railways black livery will also be in steamover both weekends and will be posed along with the ‘King’ to recreate numerous nostalgic cameos around the site.

There will be an evening andmorning session over both weekends. Both Saturday sessions will run between 18:00 andmidnight and bothmorning sessions will run from04.15 until  09.00.Cost for each weekend event is £50 (one weekend) and £100 (both weekends).

2013 SOUTHERN PHOTOGRAPHIC FEDERATION PRINT AND PDI CHAMPIONSHIPS

KNOWLE COMMUNITY HALL, NEAR FAREHAM, PO17 5GR
SUNDAY 24TH MARCH

Come along on the day to see the best photography in the region.

25 clubs are competing for 4 trophies and 12 PAGB medals as well as the chance to represent the SPF at the PAGB Print and PDI Championships later in the year.

Entry is free. Just bring along a packed lunch. Hot drinks and biscuits will be on sale.

Doors open at 10.30am. for an 11am start. Expected finish time late afternoon.

Further details at www.southernfed.org.uk

Competing Clubs are:

Alton Basingstoke Beaulieu

Bracknell Burghfield Chichester

Fareham & Portchester Fordingbridge Havant

Hayling Island Highcliffe & Infinity Lymington

Midhurst New Forest Niton & District

North Hampshire Ordnance Survey Overton

Petersfield Poole Salisbury

Southampton Steyning Viewfinders of Romsey Yateley

PAGB Awards Workshop 19th May

Places Going Fast for Applicants and Spectators

Experience has shown that attending an Awards Workshop can greatly enhance the chances of a successful adjudication. To help our members, we are running a Workshop on 19 May 2013 at Copythorne Parish Hall (Cadnam) Winsor SO40 2NZ ( the venue for Southampton Camera Club)

Are you interested in learning more about gaining PAGB awards? Then this is an opportunity not to be missed. Come along as a spectator and hear the talk, have the opportunity to see work from different photographer’s panels. It is an opportunity for you to be enthused and motivated to look to the future of gaining a distinction in your photography.

We will make every effort to allow anyone who is coming as a spectator to discuss with one of the consultants what is involved. To help with this you are invited to bring 2 prints or digital images for discussion.

You may know a member of your club coming along for an assessment, talk to them, they may be happy for you to accompany them and sit in on their assessment to learn more.

Maybe you are already working towards a distinction, if so you would benefit from an assessment on the day; this could save you time and money.

Now only 10 places available for assessment at £15 a person. Spectators only £10

http://www.southernfed.org.uk/Data/PAGBawards/awardsdayinfo.pdf

PAGB Awards for Photographic Merit, i.e. CPAGB, DPAGB, MPAGB

The PAGB Awards for Photographic Merit (APM) are rapidly gaining in popularity, with entries filling up many months ahead. The next APM Adjudications will be in November 2013 in Dorset; all Credit entries are now closed, and there are just a few available Distinction places left. 

Please contact Leo Rich at PAGBawards@southernfed.org.uk if you wish to apply. Adjudications take place twice a year, hosted by different Federations. The next Adjudication will take place in April 2014 and places are already filling up fast.

Print and PDI Championships – Free Entry!

These are being held on Sunday 24th March at Knowle Community Hall, Greater Horseshoe Way, Knowle Village, Fareham PO17 5GR.

A major change this year is that the Championships will be run on similar lines to the GB Cup, with separate sections for large and small clubs. For small clubs the requirement will be for only ten prints and ten PDIs, so it is hoped this will encourage many more clubs to participate. 

Full details are on http://www.southernfed.org.uk/championship/SPFchampionship2013-info.pdf 

The winners of the large clubs sections will go on to represent the Federation at the Inter-Federation Championships.

Celebrating the Federation’s 50th Anniversary

Several ideas for celebrating the Anniversary were discussed at the Reps’ Meeting, but did not meet with much support. Subsequently a proposal was put by Peter Rocchiccioli for the production of a commemorative photographic book, with a selection of photographs from every club in the Federation; this has been enthusiastically agreed by the Council. 

Hot off the press, the following is Peter’s information on the project:

The Federation Council has agreed with the support of some Clubs to produce a 50th Anniversary commemorativephotographic book similar to the RPS Portfolio one and two to celebrate this milestone.

We are inviting images from the 62 clubs from their members with images representing their own area. Images required on either digital stick or disk. Jpeg high resolution photographs (300 dpi in RGB) they are to include title, photographer’s name and Club name. The work must relate to the club location/area, with up to 20 images per club. All of the sticks or discs to Peter Rocchiccioli, Ludlow Copse Lane, Hayling Island, Hants. PO11 0QA These will be returned at one of the Reps’ meetings.

Clubs’ deadline to have their work to Peter Rocchiccioli at the above address is by 1st July 2013. (No images to be e-mailed).

Each Club will be represented by at least one image and their details if provided by the Clubs, including a couple of paragraphs on the Club history.

In addition if any Club members have photographs of the Federation early days I would welcome the opportunity to use them in the book for the Federation history section.

The book will have the necessary bar-code system that would mean that we have to provide one for the British library and one for the RPS and PAGB; this would ensure that it will outlive all of us and it would be there for ever as a memorial to the Federation, the Clubs and Officers. 

Then we could have a book launch day at some venue such as Winchester, Chichester, Basingstoke and Havant or any other location that we may be able to obtain, to coincide with both the 50th Anniversary and the new name for the Federation; include a buffet and we have the lot.

The financial risk is minimal as we would hope to sell the books to the membership as well as through Amazon.

Time is of the essence, we need to progress as soon as possible.

If any Club members have any suggestions or can think of any other point please advise me as soon as possible.

Peter Rocchiccioli

Design a New Logo for the SCPF

New Name for the Federation

At the recent Reps’ Meeting it was was agreed to rename the Federation as the Southern Counties Photographic Federation. The main driver for this is the ongoing confusion with our SPF acronym and that of the Scottish Photographic Federation ( also SPF). It was also felt that with our 50th Anniversary being this year, now is a good time to make the change.

Subject to approval at the AGM, the change is likely to come into effect once all of the necessary steps have been taken. One of these is to design a new logo for the Federation. We are seeking designs from anyone who has appropriate expertise or creativity, and indeed have already received some from graphic design enthusiasts. Any contributions should be sent to John Hodge who will be co-ordinating this, and need to be received no later than 20th April. This will allow time for the Council to make a selection prior to the AGM when the change will hopefully be formally approved.

Designs can be sent direct to hodgeriba@aol.com or to council2@southernfed.org.uk The logo will need to be suitable for use in both colour and black & white and on both paper and digital output. We’re looking forward to some exciting ideas to present a 21st Century face in our new documentation!

Photography Course in Tuscany 18-25 May

Helicon Arts is delighted to be returning to Aia Vecchia, a restored traditional farmhouse in the heart of the Tuscan countryside as the location for our first photography course. Aia Vecchia is quite simply a magical place; ideal for soaking up the quintessential Tuscan countryside. It is located close to Siena, and benefits from wonderful views, ideal for photography.

We will be able to take advantage of the beautiful light there and a healthy combination of photography, delicious food and wine and an active social schedule will guarantee a memorable holiday.

More Details HERE

Led by Suzy Prior
Aia Vecchia di Montalceto, Tuscany, Italy
18-25 May 2013

Shackleton’s Endurance Expedition

A Photographic Odyssey : Shackleton’s Endurance Expedition Captured on Camera

£8.00

SKU: SCCSHACKLETON13
Come and enjoy this fascinating lecture by Mark Cottle at the Ashington Community Centre, Foster Lane, Ashington, West Sussex, RH20 3PG on Saturday April 13th, 7.30pm
Frank Hurley, an Australian, was the expedition’s photographer and a pioneer in the emerging world of photo-journalism. Greenstreet, First Officer on the Endurance,called him “a warrior with his camera who would go anywhere or do anything to get a picture”. Hurley’s photographs form the visual narrative of an epic journey, capturing new and amazing landscapes in which a great human drama is played out.

The aim of the lecture is to capture Hurley’s achievements as a photographer of the Antarctic in the first flush of human contact when it was still essentially terra incognita.

Born in the Isles of Scilly and educated at Truro School in Cornwall and Birmingham University, has spent over 20 years lecturing in history. He has always been fascinated by the sea and its stories.

Refreshments are included in the ticket price.
Price: £8.00

Best Shots Competition & Exhibition

Joe Cornish is Chairman of the judges for Best Shots.
There is a top prize of £10,000.00 no less. So worth a look.
They also will sell your images at a price you decide upon.
Deadline is 30 April 2013
See the comprehensive web site for all the details HERE

Bird Photography in Northern Norway

For the members of your camera club who are interested in wildlife photography and enjoy travel, please check the detailed information HERE.

If you have any questions about photo opportunities in northern Scandinavia in general, I can assist you.
Best Regards/Med vennlig hilsen.
VisitNordkapp.no
Mr. Rune Bjerkli
Tel (+47) 901 444 67
www.visitnordkapp.no
www.flickr.com/visitnordkapp
www.youtube.com/visitnordkapp
www.twitter.com/#!/vNordkapp
www.facebook.com/visitnordkapp

Using the Selection Tools in Photoshop Video

I have uploaded another video. This time concerning Selecting.
View it and learn maybe HERE
This video has been made a private only viewable by members of the Club providing I have inserted the correct email address for you. If you have a problem please ask me.

I have put links into the Members section also.
Peter

Romsey Fotografix Red Nose Day

After we had such fun last Red Nose Day, we are opening up the studio again this Red Nose Day, Friday 15 March, between 2 and 5pm, and you are welcome to drop in, throw a donation in the bucket, and pose for picture (which you get to keep!)

Bring along your family, friends, even pets! Maybe the kids are having a "dress up day" at school - you could call in on your way home and we can take a pic of them all dressed up for you to keep as a momento.

We'd love to see you and help to raise some money for Comic Relief.

Just turn up between 2pm and 5pm on Friday 15 March at 45 Basepoint, Abbey Enterprise Centre, Premier Way, N. Baddesley SO51 9DF

For directions visit our website: www.romseyfotografix.co.uk/
If you have any questions please call freephone 08000 275673.

So please come along between 2pm and 5pm Friday 15 March, and be as silly as you like!!!
We'll email your image to you afterwards - so you can share it on Facebook, or do with it as you wish!

Look forward to seeing you - don't forget to bring your Red Nose and some change to throw in the bucket !!!

PAGB News No. 86

Please click on this link to see Issue 86 of e-news from the PAGB which contains the RESULTS OF ALL THREE GB CUPS and lots of adverts for Focus on Imaging.

http://www.pagbnews.co.uk/e-news/en86080313_Nature_GB%20Cup_DPI.pdf

Aesthetica Art Prize

I am writing to you with an exciting opportunity for your members of Salisbury Camera Club. 

The Aesthetica Art Prize is now open for entry and we’d love to hear from photographers in your area!

 Spread the word to members of Salisbury Camera Club and share this message with your followers on Facebook or Twitter:

Enter the Aesthetica Art Prize today! Exhibit at a major exhibition in #York and win £1000! #art #artprize Visit www.aestheticamagazine.com/artprize 

Pass this great news on to photographers in your area and include the Aesthetica Art Prize Call for Entries in your newsletter or blog.

A celebration of contemporary art, the Aesthetica Art Prize offers both established and budding artists the opportunity to showcase their work to a wider, international audience.  Prizes include:

• £1000 main prize / £500 student prize
• Group exhibition for shortlisted artists
• Editorial coverage in Aesthetica Magazine
• Publication in Aesthetica Art Prize Anthology

The Aesthetica Art Prize attracts a diverse range of contemporary art, we welcome entries from artists working in all media.  Artists may submit their work into any one of the four categories for either the main prize or student prize:

• Photographic & Digital Art
• Three Dimensional Design & Sculpture
• Painting & Drawing
• Installation, Video, Performance

Entry to the Aesthetica Art Prize is £15 and this allows for two entries of artwork from any one category.  The deadline for entries is 31 August 2013.  Finalists will be announced in December 2013, the winners will be announced at the opening of the group exhibition in Spring 2014.

If you have any questions please don’t hesitate to get in touch.  Or for more information please visitwww.aestheticamagazine.com/artprize.  

With best wishes

Eva

Eva Helen

Marketing

Aesthetica Magazine

PO Box 371

York

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Another chance to hear Dr Matt Doggett at Moors Valley

As our exhibition private view and illustrated talk by Dr Matt Doggett in February was such a quick sell out we have organised another chance to see his fascinating presentation about the underwater life along the Dorset and Hampshire coast to coincide with
World Oceans Day on Saturday 8th June - Web Site

As a reminder - our current exhibition the ‘British Wildlife Photography Awards’ finishes on Sunday 17th March.

On the final weekend, we also have another illustrated talk by local photographer Mike Read  entitled ‘The Art and Skills of Wildlife Photography’ which will include time to see the exhibition and free parking. Web Site

Tickets for either talk must be booked in advance by calling the Rangers on 01425 470721. We hope to see you there. 

Kind regards, 

Katie Davies 

Communication Ranger Moors Valley Country Park and Forest Christchurch and East Dorset Partnership 01425 470721 

ktdavies@christchurchandeastdorset.gov.uk 

rangers@moors-valley.co.uk 

Moors Valley Country Park and Forest, Horton Road, Ashley Heath, Nr Ringwood, BH24 2ET

Photography walks and tours in Lithuania

Dear Salisbury Camera Club,
My name's Richard Schofield and I'm an English documentary photographer and curator who's been living and working in Lithuania for the last 12 years. As a way of helping fund my work I offer a range of interesting, educational and fun photography walks and tours in the Lithuanian city of Kaunas where I live as well as further afield around the country. As such, I'm writing to you in the hope you could spread the word about my activities to your members.

Further information about myself, my work and my tours can all be found on my website (link below). Thank you for taking the time to read this and apologies for writing to you out of the blue.
Wishing you all the best for the coming weekend.
Regards,
Richard.
www.richardschofieldphotography.com