Back in form tonight as the Tutorial continues & Larissa
gave the Cross-Processing Lecture.
22nd
Unfortunately due to unforeseen circumstances we were unable to
have access to a meeting room tonight so we availed of the
Public Lounge area instead. Due to this Colum was unable
to carry out his Tutorial Class and Larissa couldn't give her
Cross-Processing Lecture. This will be done next week
instead. Members please note that the agenda is now
running one week late.
Preparations are ongoing for the Royal Summer Ball and
tonight took up much of this topic. Tickets were issued
and members are reminded to initial the back of the tickets as
they are sold.
Also ID cards have been issued to members, anyone who hasn't
got one yet can they please let Larissa know.
10th
Poker Classic Night!! Nail biting stuff!! Sincere thanks to
everyone for their participation and preparation and also to the
Royal Hotel for the use of their facilities. We hope you
enjoyed the night. Photos can been seen here.
8th
Adobe Photoshop 'Exposure' workshop tonight. These
sessions are going to continue to be very interesting as we go
along covering all aspects of this essential computer programme
for digital photography.
1st
As we prepare for the 'serious' side of showing off our
photographs we started our first competition with the
pictures taken on the 15th May in Glendalough. Adrian
O'Brien was our Judge on the night as he is well respected in
the profession and our gratitude is extended to him. Just
to remind you our task was to enter one Round Tower shot and one
Nature shot.
It seemed to be a tough night for Adrian who poured over the
32 images for an hour but finally our waiting was over and
everyone was admitted back into the 'examination' room where we
each received our very constructive criticism.
Many thanks and congratulations to all who entered - your work
is much appreciated.
As ever there are the main winners - Congratulations to:
Junior Section - 1st Eliot Case
Intermediate -
1st Paul Sheedy
Senior
- 1st Colum D'Alton
Intellectual night tonight as
Colum prepared a crossword for us, all answers with a
photographic connection. Good fun and kept us quiet for a
change! You can find the crossword here
18th
Not very pleasant weather for taking night photos as planned
unfortunately. Not to worry - had a great slide show instead
giving members a chance to show their work in bulk and newer
members the endless possibilities of photography.
The Junior Members (under 16s) Competition was launched
tonight also. The category is 'Your Pet' and closing date is
Wednesday 15th June.
15th
The Society headed off in search of the first leg of their
competition photos - the location - the picturesque valley of
Glendalough; the aim - to take one image of the Round Tower and
one image of nature. It was a beautiful summers day with
luck on our side getting parking spaces in the upper car
park. Those who weren't driving had the opportunity to
sample the local pub's wares before hitting the road home!
Photos to be in on the 25th May.
11th
Tonight we took advantage of the marvels of technology with a
Digital Slide Show. Members presented discs with their photos
and we also watched a copy of the recent FIAP awards disc full
of the top photos from European Clubs and Societies at the
moment.
4th
Preparations are under way for the society's fund raising. If
you or anyone you know would like tickets please e-mail us here.
Some Dates for you:
10th June: The Poker Classic will
be held in The Royal Hotel at 8pm. Entry is just €25 - not
much for a great night out!
30th July: The Royal Summer Ball
- in The Royal Hotel - Formal Dress, 5
Course Meal, Champagne Reception, Live Entertainment - Tickets
€50 each.
There was a great turn out for the Fuji Roadshow held in the
Royal Hotel recently.
Many Thanks to Podge Kelly for sharing his expertise in Digital
Photography and showing his work and to The Royal Hotel for
their services and support.
6th
The Birth of the Tommy Byrne Photographic Society. The
Launch was a great success and many thanks to all, especially
Róisín and the Royal Hotel. You can see the photos here
when they've been updated.
