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Thursday 29 September 2016

Wednesday 28 September 2016

Nomad Print Boxes

Nomad Print Boxes
The closing date for the next order of Print Boxes will be Friday 28th October.
They should be available for collection at the Reps Meeting at Littleton on
Tuesday 15th November.
Nomad describe these boxes as Heavy Duty in that they have two webbing
straps and moulded black plastic corners.
Handles can be supplied on any size box at an additional cost of £3.
Note: There are two types of handle – webbing handles and suitcase handles.
I wouldn't recommend the suitcase handles for boxes above 4 inches in depth.
Also handles can be a bit of a nuisance if you are going to be sending your box
through the post on a regular basis. If you are ordering a 6” deep boxes please
bear in mind that they are a substantial weight when filled.
Dimensions.
21'' x 17'' x 15/8 '' …..... £22.70
2'' …..... £22.70
3'' …..... £23.70
4'' …..... £24.70
5'' …..... £25.20
6'' …..... £25.70
All order enquiries contact – jeneric2012@btinternet.com
Orders in writing and with cheques payable to:
E.J. Bennett. 6 Inhams Road, Holybourne, ALTON, Hants GU34 4EU
When ordering please give your email address and the name of your club

Thursday 22 September 2016

Martin's Calendar 2017

Martin Cook features on the Salisbury Hospital web site with a Calendar for 2017.
Click HERE to see.
Well done to Martin for being selected with his glorious landscapes.
Can be bought for a mere £5 at Waterstone.

Wednesday 21 September 2016

Photo Contest Bulgaria



The salon will be conducted 
under the approved rules of
FIAP / PSA / GPU / PSV

CATEGORIES

Photo Contest Bulgaria is divided in 6 sections:
OPEN (colour) – FIAP (C), PSA PID colour
OPEN (monochrome) – FIAP (M), PSA PID mono
PHOTO TRAVEL (colour/mono) – FIAP PI M & C, PSA PT
NATURE (colour/mono) – FIAP PI M & C, PSA PID PND
LANDSCAPE (colour/mono) – FIAP PI M & C, PSA PID colour
FACE AND BODY – Portrait and fine art nude photography (monochrome / colour)
                                      FIAP PI M & C, PSA PID colour

104 AWARDS

36 Medals FIAP, PSA, GPU, PCB
42 Honourable mentions FIAP, PSA, GPU, PCB
18 Judges choice
6 Diplomas
1 FIAP Award ”Best Author” SLBP
1 Special CLUB CUP award

Thursday 15 September 2016

Swire Ridgeway Arts Prize

I am writing on behalf of the Friends of the Ridgeway. And to bring to the attention of members of your organisation an arts prize.

The Ridgeway – the oldest road in Britain – historically was a trackway providing a reliable trading route from the Dorset coast along the chalk Downs to the Wash in Norfolk. Today it is not only the oldest road but part of that original route is a National Trail; it is also a wonderful resource for all the communities that live along its route, not just walkers where visitors and locals alike can enjoy walking, riding or just being there.

The Friends of the Ridgeway, a voluntary organisation and registered charity, is committed to the preservation in perpetuity of all the natural aspects and features of the ancient Ridgeway. Details of the Friends are at http://www.ridgewayfriends.org.uk/ As part of our work, based on a generous donation, The Friends of The Ridgeway have established an annual arts competition and prize – the Swire Ridgeway Arts Prize. The aim of the competition is to bring The Ridgeway to life not only as a long distance trail but as an artistic inspiration, and to show The Ridgeway, its history and environs, in all their aspects throughout all seasons. The theme is ‘The Ridgeway: history, ecology, and landscape across the surrounding environs ’. There will be separate classes for painting, sculpture, photography and writing (poetry or prose).

This prize maybe of interest to your members. In addition to photography, there are three other categories of work invited, being painting and drawing, sculpture, photography and written work. I would be grateful if you could bring the competition to the notice of members.

Anthony Burdall
Friends of the Ridgeway
2 Fernham Road
Faringdon
Oxfordshire SN7 7JY
Tel: 01367 240713
Mob: 07841352938
Email: anthony.burdall@burdall.net

Monday 12 September 2016

Rainbow Photographic Competition

Saturday, September 10, 2016 to Sunday, February 19, 2017

Booking: No booking required.
Cost: Entry to the competition is FREE
10 September 2016 – 19 February 2017
Calling all photographers! We are looking for the best photograph of a rainbow over the skies of Salisbury. This is inspired by John Constable’s painting Salisbury Cathedral from the Meadows 1831, which will form part of a major exhibition at the museum from 17 September 2016 – 25 March 2017.
The competition is open to photographers of all ages and abilities and the prizes are:
First prize                  Vouchers to the value of £200
Second prize             Vouchers to the value of £100
Third prize                 Vouchers to the value of £50
all generously donated by the Salisbury branch of London Camera Exchange.
All you need to do is to take a photograph of a rainbow over Salisbury and email it to rainbow@salisburymuseum.org.uk before 19 February 2017. The judging panel will comprise members of London Camera Exchange, Plain Arts Salisbury and Salisbury Museum. The winner will be notified by email and the three winning photographs will be exhibited at the museum until 25 March 2017.
Tips for rainbow spotting from rainbow expert Professor John Thornes:
·         A rainbow is possible at any time of day between mid September and mid March
·         Rainbows are best seen early in the morning and late in the afternoon
·         Rainbows are more common in the afternoon as rain showers have had more time to develop
·         Remember the sun must be behind you so look towards the west in the morning and towards the east in the afternoon and to the north at midday between September and March.  You will never see a rainbow to the south!
How to Enter
  • You must enter online by emailing your entry, along with a covering email to rainbow@salisburymuseum.org.uk  All entries must be submitted as digital files. There is no limit to the number of entries you may submit
  • Image requirements for entries: JPG files (Please keep the maximum file size to 2MB to ensure proper uploading). The file that you attach is exactly as it will appear to the judges
  • The competition is open to photographers, amateur or professional of any age 
  • All entry files must be named with artist's last name (underscore) first name, followed by the entry number (if you submit multiple entries) (i.e. Jones_Mike_1.jpg). Please do not include any other information in the file name, such as title of work.
·         Please do not submit links to jpeg files (Google Docs or otherwise)
The deadline for entries is 19 February 2017 and the winner will be notified by 1 March 2017. The judges’ decision is final.
Copyright for all images submitted for this competition remains with the respective entrants. Each entrant by entering the completion, grants permission to Salisbury Museum to use their work for promotional purposes.
Download all these details by following this link: http://www.salisburymuseum.org.uk/documents/events-documents
The current Constable in Context exhibition and related activity are part of Aspire, a partnership programme touring Salisbury Cathedral from the Meadows 1831 across the UK. Aspire is supported by the Heritage Lottery Fund and Art Fund.

Sunday 4 September 2016

SCC Memorial Lecture 27th Nov


Southampton Camera Club



For full details and a link to online booking, use the link below:

http://www.southamptoncameraclub.co.uk/event/finding-the-picture
£10

Thursday 1 September 2016

PAGB News No 170 and 170 Extra

The latest from the PAGB includes a piece about our old friend Eddie Bowman a rebel in the 1990s. A very interesting character. We went to California with him where we had to mother him.
Also the Extra is all about Sir George Pollock another wonderful photographic character. We owe much to Sir George.
Click HERE to read this and much more.