We were treated to an array of great wildlife images from around the globe in this fascinating talk. From frogs of the tropical rainforest of Southeast Asia, to buzzards on our own doorstep, there were plenty of captivating images to inspire us all. The idea that to be a wildlife photographer you have to own a long (and expensive) lens was quashed with Des’ many wide-angle lens shots. His kit list is far smaller than most would expect, then again who wants to carry a heavy bag around a rain forest in tropical heat! It was evident by the end of the talk that to take great wildlife images, you have to understand your subject, simply owning all the latest expensive gear isn’t enough. And whilst many of his images were taken abroad, he also showed what amazing wildlife is here in our own back yards. www.captivatingnature.co.uk

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Q: New programme now online!

Our new programme for the upcoming 2021-2022 season is now available to view by clicking here . There are a few details left to confirm, but as you can see there’s a good variety of activities to look forward to over the coming months. If you’re thinking of becoming a member, feel free to get in touch using the contact form . We’d love to have you on-board. Please note, we’re meeting via Zoom for the first 3 events and then we’re back in the hall from October 7th!

Q: Annual Competition results 2020-2021

The final competition of the year showcased many of the lockdown projects members have been involved with over the year. The annual competition is an open comp that allows members to enter any type of image, in normal years we would expect to see images members have created when they have been out and about traveling, visiting events, and generally going on with their busy lives. We all know this year has been different and this has greatly restricted member's normal options for photography, however, the annual comp showed what is possible if you try something new. Many members have tried new techniques or styles of photography and the high quality of images submitted was commented on by the judge. Well done to Keith Michell for winning the comp with his great image of a kingfisher and to runners-up Tony Pedley and Alastair Moore.

Q: Competition results – camera phone

A great night of images proving camera phones aren't just for taking the meter readings! Well done to John Wesson for his overall winning image 'Cappagh Dawn' shown above. Other high scoring images: [caption id="attachment_854" align="alignnone" width="940"] Score: 20. Oswestry Aquaduct by Tony Pedley[/caption] [caption id="attachment_860" align="alignnone" width="940"] Score 20. Fountains Abbey by Paul Cooper[/caption] [caption id="attachment_859" align="alignnone" width="937"] Score 20. Decay by Paul Cooper[/caption] [caption id="attachment_857" align="alignnone" width="940"] Score 19. Beentee Dawn by John Wesson[/caption] [caption id="attachment_856" align="alignnone" width="940"] Score 19. Above and Beyond by Dan Deacon[/caption]

Q: First meeting of the new season!

Thanks to David Couldwell for his interesting talk. With a vast array of different types of photography we learnt everything from the rules of shooting motorbike racing, with regards to selling images to magazines, to what stock photography websites will and won’t accept and what does and doesn’t sell … plus much more besides. This was our first meeting back in what will be a entire season held online via Zoom. OK, there’s no tea and biscuits (apart from those you buy yourself!) and no post meeting pint but we might be grateful of the comfort of our own sofas when winter comes and the weather turns bad!

Melbourne Arts Festival 2021 exhibition
Melbourne Arts Festival 2021 exhibition

Club News, Exhibition, Local Events

Melbourne Arts Festival 2021 exhibition

By Admin|2021-09-05T15:20:17+01:00September 5th, 2021|Club News, Exhibition, Local Events|

We're pleased to be holding our centenary exhibition at this [...]

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New programme now online!
New programme now online!

Club News

New programme now online!

By Admin|2021-09-05T15:04:41+01:00September 5th, 2021|Club News|

Our new programme for the upcoming 2021-2022 season is now [...]

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Annual Competition results 2020-2021
Annual Competition results 2020-2021

Awards, Club News, Member news

Annual Competition results 2020-2021

By Admin|2021-06-28T20:09:37+01:00May 6th, 2021|Awards, Club News, Member news|

The final competition of the year showcased many of the [...]

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Internal competition results
Internal competition results

Club News, Competitions

Internal competition results

By Admin|2021-03-06T14:38:49+00:00March 6th, 2021|Club News, Competitions|

Our latest internal competition was on the theme of [...]

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From the website archives…
From the website archives…

Club News

From the website archives…

By Admin|2020-11-20T09:44:01+00:00November 20th, 2020|Club News|

Just as we all backup our images (tut-tut if [...]

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Competition results – camera phone
Competition results – camera phone

Club News, Competitions

Competition results – camera phone

By Admin|2020-10-30T16:53:19+00:00October 30th, 2020|Club News, Competitions|

A great night of images proving camera phones aren't just [...]

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Des Ong lecture
Des Ong lecture

Club News, Reviews, Wildlife Photography

Des Ong lecture

By Admin|2020-10-25T07:15:30+00:00October 25th, 2020|Club News, Reviews, Wildlife Photography|

We were treated to an array of great wildlife images [...]

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Member commended in the 2020 LPOTY competition
Member commended in the 2020 LPOTY competition

Awards, Club News, Competitions, Member news

Member commended in the 2020 LPOTY competition

By Admin|2020-11-16T08:07:17+00:00October 23rd, 2020|Awards, Club News, Competitions, Member news|

A big congratulations to Melbourne Photographic Society’s Simon Pearce for [...]

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Bill Ward – a class act
Bill Ward – a class act

Club News, Reviews

Bill Ward – a class act

By Admin|2020-10-25T07:15:23+00:00September 25th, 2020|Club News, Reviews|

Melbourne Photographic Society were treated to a very interesting and [...]

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First meeting of the new season!
First meeting of the new season!

Club News, Reviews

First meeting of the new season!

By Admin|2020-10-25T07:15:47+00:00September 17th, 2020|Club News, Reviews|

Thanks to David Couldwell for his interesting talk. With a [...]

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