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Coming Up
Project Work resumes with 'Cobwebs' for 14th January
Also if anyone
wants tickets for the RNLI 'Hurry to the Curry' night please
text/e-mail me.
The Canon A1 continues to do the rounds and we’re all
looking forward to slide shows soon!!
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| November |
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Hello
Sausage Fiends,
Welcome to your latest celebratory update of all things TBPS.
Firstly congratulations are extended to Larissa on scooping the
clubs premier prize with her stunning study of the "Sugar
Loaf". It was the outstanding photo of the night and well
deserved to take away "The Tommy Byrne Memorial Trophy for
Landscape Photography". Stewart came a very credible second
with Peter and Theresa joint third. Bernie scooped the
"Highly Commended" award and a maximum ten points from
one judge, so Colum's teaching must be rubbing off!
Since Saturday 22nd was "Distinction" day, you can of
course be sure that the TBPS would again be among the prize
winners. Congratulations to Mark and George on gaining Licentia,
a tremendous reward for their hard work and no little
photographic skill over the last year. Unfortunatlely Pauls
Fellowship Panel received a polite hearing before being
gracefully shown the door, better luck next time. Our good
friend Nicholas Egan, from Enniscorthy Camera Club, also
achieved a Licentia and Myles Carroll would particulalry like to
thank all those TBPS members that offered advice on his way to
gaining Associateship. Very well done to all!
Speaking of our good friends from Enniscorthy, they will
be joining us for a fun evening of photography next Wednesday
November 26th from 8pm in the Lounge Bar of the Bridge Hotel.
This will be a night of celebration for both clubs, with a fine
buffet of sandwiches, apple pie and of course cocktail sausages
to whet your appetites. So please do make every effort to drop
down to see all the work on display. You will also get a chance
to see Mark's, George's and Pauls Panel's in all their glory.
See you down The Bridge
Best Regards
Paul
P.S. George's successful panel has been attached as a sneek
preview, see if you can spot what made the Judges titter?
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| October |
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| 15th |
Study
Skills in Portraits this evening - we should be experts!
Examinations coming soon!!
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| 8th |
'Introduction
to Photography' Classes began tonight and will run for 8 weeks,
anyone with an interest in learning how to use their camera
are more than welcome to join us. After the class Paul
gave a practical in digital monochrome printing.
Challenging members skills photos were brought in to see if any
improvment could be made.
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| 1st |
Study
skills in Wildlife continued tonight focusing on critters in
Iceland this evening. Stewart's favourite trick question -
what do you do if you're lost in a forest in Iceland? Ansa
- stand up - there are no forests in Iceland!
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| September |
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| 24th |
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| 17th |
A
pre-launch of 'Age Action Positive Ageing Week' took place at
the Arklow Business Enterprise Centre, Kilbride Industrial
Estate tonight where our Opening Exhibition took place. We are
staging a new exhibition dedicated to this particular week which
officially begins on Friday. Opened by Arklow's Mayor Mr. Nicky
Kelly compliments were made to the Arklow Age Action group who
are one of only ten towns in the country hosting such a week and
hopes that other towns can build on the success of ours; to the
Arklow Business Enterprise Centre for being a model centre for
the rest of the country and to the society all of which brings
together three different elements of the local community. Mr.
Roy Keegan outlined the events throughout the week and stressed
that they are there for all age groups to participate in. In
addition to the exhibition running in the foyer of Arklow
Business Enterprise Centre we also have the use of the new Board
Room where we have a general display of photos adorning the
walls. Members of the public are more than welcome at the Centre
to view the Gallery 9am-5pm.
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| 10th |
Preparation
for forthcoming Exhibition at the Arklow Business Enterprise
Centre for Age Action Week.
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| 3rd |
Panel
beating. The IPF Panel Distinction's are coming around again and
preparation is under way. It's hard to put it all together
in the first place but harder when others have their say.
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| August |
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| 27th |
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| 20th |
Movie
Night Magic (well, photography!) with Bill Oddie and David
LaChappelle |
| 13th |
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| 6th |
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| 3rd
& 4th August |
-
RNLI Maritime Weekend - have your photo taken with Stormy Stan!!
All proceeds to Arklow
RNLI Station
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| July |
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| 16th |
Since
the weather will not be too bad, we have a choice of
outward-bound opportunities.
a) For those that like to travel and meet
interesting people, there is Motocross practice in Ferns from
6:30pm until
9pm.
b) If that is not your cup of tea, then why not take
some shots of beautiful Arklow for the Chamber of Commerce
updated www. arklow.ie
website. They require "street" scenes with hanging
baskets. With the Seabreeze
Festival this weekend, the Town
is looking at its best. Particular attention should be paid to
the wonderful
floral display of our host's, The
Bridge Hotel. Also the Chamber would like some shots of the Town
Hall and the
Church. Think pretty!
For dessert, when we all get back to base, El Presidente has a
little treat for us in the shape of a "Photography
Quiz". He has been working on it since last Wednesday, so
its bound to be devilishly difficult, especially if he asked for
Colum's help!
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| June |
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| 22nd |
Well
it was another successful piece of comunity service by the TBPS
this weekend, raising €165 for the Sharpeshill WSPCA animal
refuge. Particular thanks to Julie and Stewart for taking the
pics and extracting the cash, Larissa for coffee and team
support, and finally Paul for stressed out printing! Please note
that the puppy was returned unharmed, once the ransom fee was
paid ;-) [see photo]
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| 18th |
"Rain
and Old Arklow"
Many thanks to El Presidente on filling the breach with a fine
slideshow of old photos of Arklow. The locally born members
found it particularly moving and it goes to show how vital our
role as preservers of local history is, with the help of of our
little cameras of course!
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| May |
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| 21st |
"Jorge
v Ronaldinho"
Well, as promised Stewart gave us his "ramblas"
slideshow of Barcelona. I think the highlight was the
"Goldfish" that turned into a casino, but that might
just have been the strong beer. George was quiet emotionally
taken by the images and manged to keep his own commentary going
for the whole show, I told you he was Espangol!
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| 18th |
"Serious
Horse Power"
Many thanks again to Bernie for providing the info on todays
events. She also arranged the weather so as to keep the dust
down at the Motocross. The Society made a presentation of
a framed photo and a photographic album to the South East
Motocross Club, in grateful thanks of their allowing us such
close access to the track. On a personal note I found my second
visit to the track yielded much better shots, but I also found
the Showjumping action, at Barnadown Equestrion Centre, much
more difficult to gain correct focus on. So I look forward to
having another go soon.
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| 14th |
"Jorges
Magical Mind"
Paul brought in "forget me nots" in a tiny vase, Colum
some watches, Julie flowers from the garden and Larissa an idea
for a licentia panel involving a bullet, a scissors and some IPF
blood. As you can see the usual evenings creative thinking
session. Well at least you can always rely on George to find a
quirky angle, like doing portraits using Colums watch as a
filter. You have to admit the boy has talent .......... for
mischief that is!
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| 7th |
"Red
Skua in the Ring"
Well Sir Colly D'Wobbles took the troops off on another voyage
of photographic discovery. This time inspired by an idea
involving his Grandfather, a close friend of Moses by the way.
In any case it would all end up in a masterclass on differential
focusing. As usual Paul missed the whole point, serves him right
for not paying attention ;-)
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| April |
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| 30th |
"Lessons
in History"
Well the Three Amigos got to put their panels on display for the
rest of the "Home Team" and I think everybody got a
full appreciation for the amount of work and attention that went
into preparing each one. Hopefully this success will spur
on other members to give the process a spin for November, so get
thinking now!
Following this Stewart gave us a little recitation on the
history of the 1500's, but of course Colum remembered it all
from his youth!
(And
for a little photo humour go here!)
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| 28th |
"Community
Service"
Once again the TBPS shows its commitment to bringing photography
to the attention of the general public, this time in conjunction
with East Wicklow Youth Services. As part of a nationwide
project, the junior residents of Inbhear Mor Park asked our
assistance in adding a photographic element to their submission.
Enter Willie and his trusty teaching skills in order to help our
little friends get to grips with visual communication.
Congratulations to him on keeping the children's attention rapt
for the whole hour, and there was still a buzz of excitement at
the end as he helped each in turn get to grips with their
camera.
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| 26th |
D-Day
has arrived... Here's what Paul had to say:
Hello Photo Friends,
It is with great pleasure that I announce that Stewart, Robert
and Paul were all successful in their distinction applications
this weekend. I am sure that all three would like to thank all
those members that offered advice, support and good wishes over
the last few weeks to help us get over the finishing line. We
couldn't have done it without you!
Yesterday saw the succesful fruition of one of our members most
cherished aims, yet they received no certificate in return. Over
the last three years this person has encouraged, cajoled,
badgered and bullied in a good cause, in the process gaining
seven distinctions for the Society. This is a new record for an
Arklow based club by the way. For me, on a personal level, two
and a half years ago I stood outside of a sports hall in Tacmon
Co. Wexford and swore, never again a paneling I would go. Only
but for the encouragement of one Mr. Colum D'Alton, I would not
today be in the possession of an Associateship of the I.P.F. So
it is with with particular greatful thanks that I doff my
baseball cap to him as it is my sincerest belief that not a
single distinction would have been gained without him driving us
all on! This coming Wednesday you will have a chance to see the
panels in the flesh.
27th April 2008
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| 23rd |
"The
Hollywood Dream Factory - Willie Style"
Willie finally rounded out the "intermediate course"
with an often light hearted but also highly informative display
of digital makeover techniques. It was a perfect way to end the
season and I think we all learned a great deal along the way. So
no excuses lets see some new shots based on what you have taken
from the last four months! With
Willie adding the edge to Portrait photography
via his trusty laptop and CS3 we did all agree that a little
enhancing made a big difference and that the model would be
pleased at the results. Then we got swept up in the moment
and ran with all the features that CS3 provided us with and
agreed that the model would indeed prefer not to witnes those
particular results at all (give her nightmares!!)
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| 16th |
"A
howling good evening"
Well we finally had our third AGM and it seems the membership is
pleased with our progression, as the committee remains the same
for another year. So no escapees, sorry Larissa ;-)
Many thanks to our good buddies in the South Wicklow Canine
Club, who kindly came in force to judge our efforts taken during
their recent dog show. Many congratulations to Peter on scooping
the top prize, but also a particular well done to George (2nd)
and Bernie joint third with Larissa. Beware; Uncle Colum will be
measuring you all for distinctions in November at this rate!
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| 9th |
Due
to a shortage of Puffins, our trip to the Saltee Islands has
been put back until same time next month. Our man in the know,
Mr. Puffin (aka Mick Kelly), assures us that will be a more
opportune time.
Last night we had a fun session on
birefringence with Colum. George in particular seemed to be
almost light headed with excitment, as Stewart's attached photo
proves. Pretty fancy shooting from Mr. Case, 1/8 of a second at
200mm hand held, and sharp where it needs to be sharp! Also
attached is my version of Colum's "Crystal Ship",
almost makes you want to put on a Doors record somehow ;-)
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Pssssst - Happy 3rd Birthday TBPS!!
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3rd |
Well it
was a very busy night down the Bridge, and Britney kept us out
until well past midnight!. Once again many thanks to all those
members that brought in new work this week, including prints
from Bernie and slides from Colum. El Presidente and Paul had
their panel's well and truly sorted, many hands make light work,
now its over to the judges :-(
After a couple of weeks of "lah-di-dah" Art
documentries, this weeks screening, "Britney Speared by The
Paps", proved to be quiet shocking and thought provoking.
If you have missed any of our recent film shows and would like
to borrow a DVD, please contact me and I will make it avialable
for you. Also if you have anything that you would like to show
the Society, once again please contact me with details.
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| March |
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| 25th |
Hello
Photo Fiends,
Dust down your cameras, after such a buzzing weekend at the race
track, this Wednesday it is back to school with Julie and her
lecture on People Photography. Again I would like to encourage
all members to bring in some of their work for discussion on the
evening, be they prints or on a disk / card. To get you in the
mood I have attached my interpretaion of Whistlers famous
painting of his Mother, a candid shot taken on Easter Sunday. Is
it "art imitating art" or just a load of rubbish, the
viewer decides ;-) Either way let's see your people shots!
Many thanks are extended to Bernie
for the invitation to the Motorcross event on Saturday, she even
arranged the perfect weather. For my part I blasted through 3725
frames in three hours, nearly as much as I took all last year.
Colum's maxim of the monkey and the camera was never more aptly
executed, so I am bound to have at least one good image
(hopefully). As agreed all those present are requested to bring
in their twenty best of the day, again on disk/card, and we will
do up a little presentation pack to show our gratitude to the
South Eastern Motorcross Club for their gracious hospitality on
the day.
See you down the Bridge
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20th |
The TBPS
will be attending the National Youth Motocross Championships in
Ferns this Saturday (22nd). Many thanks to Bernie for arranging
the invitation. Those wishing to attend should meet at 9:30am at
The Bridge Hotel on Saturday morning. This is an ideal
oportunity to try out Sports Action photography and in general
have a good day out.
Next Wednesday (27th) will see the start of Julie's
lectures on people photography, the final part of our
intermediate course. Don't forget to bring in your five prints
for the Wicklow Exhibition.
The TBPS has now officialy moved from the Southern section
of the I.P.F. to the Dublin and South Leinster Region. I must
say I do love their initials "DSLR", same as Digital
Single Lens Reflex. Their website is http://www.dslr-ipf.com/index.html
In recent weeks we have being looking at "Art"
as inspiration and instructor for photography, with the help of
the BBC's excelent series "The Secret Life of
Masterpieces". Hopefully these episodes have given members
a more visual appreciation of "colour theory", perspective,
composition and lighting, all be it from a painters point of
view. As the intermediate course draws to a close I would like
to encourage members to bring in images for discussion, perhaps
a shot from a magazine or the internet that piques their
interest or that they would like help in trying to achive a
similar result. To get you started I have attached copies of the
two paintings we have looked at Van Gogh's
"Sunflowers" and Vermeer's "The Art of
Painting". These are iconic images, can we learn anything
from them for use in our work?
Likewise if there is a particular subject that you would
like tackled please send me an e-mail so that we can examine it
for you.
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| Update:
13th |
Next
week marks the beginning of stage three of our intermediate
course, sports photography. Your guides for the following two
weeks will be Stewart and Peter. In preparation for Wednesday's
lesson Stewart has asked for you to bring in a couple of print's
of a sports shot, perhaps trying a capture with flash and one
without.
Also in preparation for our exhibition in Wicklow County
Buldings, members are asked to bring in a selection of five
prints, A4 or 8 x 11, for consideration. The society will select
a maximum of two per member and will cover the cost of mounting
and framing. The opening of the exhibition is Monday June 9th at
5:30pm. So get you prints in as soon as posible.
Other News:
Motor Cross Event Easter Saturday, ideal sports practice, more
details from Bernie next Wednesday.
In April we plan another trip to the Saltee Islands, please
contact me if you wish to be kept informed as to our plans, as
closer to the event we may have to react quickly on this one as
"time and tide" etc..
Following sport we will move onto portraiture with Julie.
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| 12th |
Practical
Session: Metering Mode
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| 6th |
Showcase
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| 1st |
The
Elders have arrived!!
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| February |
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| 27th |
Ladies
Challange Winners: 1st place (and taking home the trophy for
keeps!) Julie New; 2nd Kristine Case; 3rd Elena Kenny.
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| 24th |
Trip to
Avondale
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| 20th |
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| 13th |
Intermediate
Classes began tonight for next 8 weeks.
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| 6th |
Arklow
Maritime Competition sponsored by The Bridge Hotel.
Winners: 1st Peter Loughlin; 2nd Paul Sheedy; 3rd Mark
Twomey. Congratulations to all and many thanks to our
judges, Jim Hoey; Patrick Hoey and Peter Kearns.
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| January |
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| 30th |
'Stitching'
was on the adgenda tonight. No, not the 'buttons on a shirt'
type but joining one or more photos together creating some very
interesting results.
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| 23rd |
Keeping
in the inspirational mode tonight we were treated to a programme
of 'Storyboarding' - picking your theme, staying focused and
getting the job done under pressure!
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| 16th |
An
interesting range of models were in plentiful supply for
tonights 'Portrait' practical session with members
supplying an evenings entertainment and literature. After
that we were treated to a National Geographic special on a
French couple who have spent 25 years photographing the wildlife in
the Masi Mari National Park in Africa inspiring our
Wildlife enthusiasts!
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