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Next week is the culmination of all that hard work put in by the print workers over the last year, when we see the 2025 Annual Print Competition, which is being judged this year by Gareth Martin AWPF CPAGB from across the water in Bridgend.
Gareth is a member of the Bridgend and District Camera Club and also the Cymru Monochrome Club and has been very successful in salons and competitions with his images. He is well known on the club judging and speaking circuit.
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Login details:
- Wednesday 18 June @ 19.30hrs
- Log in: Click HERE
- Meeting ID: 856 6124 9073
- Password: 751912
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Speaker |
Subject |
| 18 June |
Annual Print Competition |
Judge: Gareth Martin |
| 25 June |
Simon Caplan |
Lost in the Woods |
| 2 July |
Presidents Cup & Garmston Bowl |
Judge: Les Loosemore |
| 9 July |
BPS Outing |
Ashton Court estate |
| 16 July |
Creative Competition |
Judge: Barry Mead |
| 21 July |
DI Group |
Practical Evening |
| 23 July |
Janet Miles |
Fun at Home |
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Competition Closing Dates |
Wednesday, 25 June, is the closing date for the Creative Competition.
THE CREATIVE COMPETITION - BOB FARIS TROPHY
Wednesday, 25 June is the closing date for the Creative Competition. Barry Mead will be judging, and it will be good to have a big, healthy entry: composites, ICMs, multiple exposures, sinister penguins (other creatures are eligible) … all welcome.
The competition rules are shown here:
For this competition, a submitted image must have originated as a photographic image or images, produced either in camera or by post processing. All images must be original and may not incorporate elements produced by anyone else. Artwork or computer graphics created by the entrant may be incorporated so long as the original photographic content predominates. Digital skills should be seen as the tools to compose photographic images into one new single image. The final composition will show the photographer’s artistic interpretation.
- This is an Open
competition, with no levels of entry.
- Images may have been
entered into any previous club competition, except for previous Creative
competitions and may be entered into any subsequent bi-monthly or annual
competition, except for subsequent Creative competitions.
- Each entrant may submit
up to four images. These may be all PDI, all Print or any combination of
the two.
- The judge will select a
Best PDI, a Best Print and award the Bob Faris trophy to one of these two.
- The trophy winner will
not be eligible to enter the next year’s Creative competition.
If you have any questions or problems, please contact the relevant Competition Secretary.
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The following has been issued by the PAGB, and is reproduced here from the WCPF Facebook page:
AWARDS FOR PHOTOGRAPHIC MERIT
ONLINE ADVISORY WORKSHOP
Would you like to participate in an Online Workshop with your PDI and Prints being assessed and discussed by a group of PAGB Adjudicators? We have pencilled in a date in September which would require you to upload your image files to our Central Management System (CMS) and post prints to us in early August.
There will be quite a lot to manage, and we would really appreciate an early expression of interest to determine if the idea is worthwhile. If you would like us to look at your work, please provide your name, e-mail and answers to the following questions. Please e-mail to awards@thepagb.org.uk by early July, if possible, so that we can review the viability of running such a workshop.
- What level are you interested in? (BPAGB CPAGB DPAGB EPAGB or MPAGB)
- Do you hope to apply for Adjudication in 2025 or 2026?
- If you are intending to apply soon, do you want a full potential entry reviewed, or do you want to submit just a few images to determine which level you might be at?
- Will you wish to be advised on a potential PDI or a Print entry?
- Are you prepared to pay £10 to be advised or £5 to observe?”
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If you haven't joined in yet, why not! You may learn something and if unlucky, have the opportunity to photograph Mike Martin.
Upcoming Sessions:
- Monday 16th June - Subject - hats & head coverings, or movement. Bring along any hats etc you may have, the more extraordinary the better.
- 23 June - POSTPONED - Date to be advised. Anita Fullerton will be demonstrating flower pressing as well as bringing some already pressed flowers (in true Blue Peter fashion) for people to photograph. Bring tripods, light boxes, etc.
- Monday 30th June - this should be a model shoot if Mike can find one for us. Additional payment to cover model costs as usual.
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The RPS Landscape Group is holding its second Members’ Outdoor Exhibition, at the Central Library, Bristol from 21 June to 13 July. This exhibition also celebrates the 10th anniversary of the Landscape Group, which now has almost 1200 members. See the 30 metre outdoor display (open 24/7) of 80 beautifully printed images: land & sea, rural& urban, from big scenes to intimate abstracts.
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Dig For Victory - This Weekend |
The annual Dig For Victory Festival is coming up soon, 14 - 15 June. This is an event held at the North Somerset Showground (BS48 1NE). Over the weekend you will be able to enjoy military vehicles, re-enactors, live music, dancing, history talks, vintage stalls, delicious local food including the lovely vintage tearoom and bar, arena events, a 1940s farm, vintage games and children's trail and much, much more.
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Fotofest - 7 September - Bath Spa University
Fotospeed are offering BPS members an exclusive saving of 20%, reducing the cost of tickets for this fantastic day of photography talks from £50 down to £40, there will also be a load of special as show offers. If you missed the Bob Faris Memorial Meeting in 2023, this is another chance to hear Joe Cornish talk about his photography, as well as three other excellent speakers (Rachel Bigsby is a superb bird photographer).
See below for further details: *any BPS member who has already purchased tickets at the early bird £45 cost, can get a refund of the £5 difference by emailing Toby Herlinger at Fotospeed toby@fotospeed.com .
Click on the poster for more information.
Companies attending:
Fotospeed - Canon - Datacolor - Herma - Sony - Canson - Fujifilm - Epson - Olympus - Clifton Cameras - Kaiser - Hahnemuhle
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Amateur Photographer - APOY |
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It's time for Round 2 of the APOY competition, the subject this round is People & Portraits. The closing date is 23 June, where the free entry code is APOY30002512
Below are the dates for the remaining rounds:
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NEW - Download Issue 382 PAGB eNews HERE. This issue has The GB Cup and GB Trophy results and includes an image by Derwood Pamphilon on the cover.
NEW - Download issue 382 Extra, EPAGB Special HERE
Download Issue 121 of Photography News HERE.
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Wildlife Competition To Enter |
We have received the following from Somerset Wildlife Trust:
Hello, I’m reaching out from Somerset Wildlife Trust to call for entries to our 2025 photography competition.
- What is it? – Wildlife photography competition
- When is it open? – Until 1st September
- Who’s it for? – Anyone in Somerset, including under 18s
- How to enter? – Through Somerset Wildlife Trust’s website
Free to enter and aimed at photographers of all skill levels, participants are being asked to capture the spirit of Somerset in one of three categories:
- Appreciating the Little Things
- People and Nature
- Youth
Three winners will be selected, each receiving a year’s free Somerset Wildlife Trust membership. One overall winner will also be chosen, who will receive the top prize of an exclusive one-to-one photography day with professional macro photographer Victoria Hillman. On top of these fantastic prizes, the three winners will also have the chance to see their photographs exhibited at our Annual General Meeting, which will be taking place in November this year.
The closing date for entries is 1 September, and all photos must be taken within the county of Somerset. The contest will be judged by a panel of experts, including representatives and volunteers from Somerset Wildlife Trust.
Brian Neenan
Somerset Wildlife Trust
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New: Free To Enter UK Competition |
CESPro: Free Entry, Global Recognition – A New Era for Photographers
In an industry where costs can often be a barrier, CESPro breaks down the walls by offering completely free entry to its regular online photographic competitions — giving photographers everywhere the chance to gain exposure, earn accolades, and build their reputation without spending a penny.
This image is an example only
Free to Enter, Easy to Join. At the heart of CESPro’s appeal is its no-cost entry policy, which ensures that talented photographers of all backgrounds can participate without financial constraints. Whether you’re an amateur just starting out or an experienced club photographer, CESPro invites everyone to submit their work to a global audience. Uploading entries is fast and simple through a drag-and-drop system, making participation hassle-free.
Juried Exhibitions and Digital Showcases. Each competition is judged by a panel of experienced photographers, with the best images selected for inclusion in digital exhibitions. These exhibitions not only showcase artistic and technical excellence but also celebrate a wide range of photographic styles. Award-winning and accepted images are highlighted, giving photographers well-deserved recognition on an international stage.
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Award Scheme with Collectible Badges. CESPro’s unique acceptance-based award scheme adds an extra layer of motivation and prestige. Photographers are recognised for the number of images they have accepted into exhibitions over time. As they reach milestone levels, they become eligible to apply for special awards. Each award level comes with a custom metal pin badge, a tangible symbol of progress, achievement, and artistic dedication. These collectible badges are a source of pride for recipients and a testament to their consistency and creativity in photography.
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Powered by Community. CESPro competitions are proudly affiliated with the Facebook group "UK Page 7 of 18, e-news Issue 382 01 June 2025 and Ireland Club Photography Group" — a vibrant and growing online community of club photographers who share work, offer support, and stay updated on upcoming opportunities. The group plays a key role in driving participation and fostering connection within the photography world.
With its inclusive entry model, structured award scheme, community partnership, and digital reach, CESPro is more than just a competition platform — it’s a launchpad for photographers who want to be seen, celebrated, and supported.
Adrian Lines
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INTERNATIONAL SALONS
Closing - 23 June JUST 10 DAYS TO GO
4 PDI Sections
Open Colour, Open Mono, Nature, Scapes
2 Print Sections
Open Colour, Open Mono
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BPE EXHIBITIONS
Closing - 13 July
5 PDI Sections
Pictorial Colour
Pictorial Mono
Scapes
Creative
Nature
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If you have any photographic items
for sale, drop me a line and I'll include them in the next newsletter.
Please make sure that you provide contact details, price and full
description of the sale items (pictures always help).
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Salon acceptances: Contrary to popular belief, I do not possess psychic powers and need you to tell me if you've had successes. If you want to blow your own trumpet (or someone else's), then this is the place to do it. Please let me know and I'll include details in a future issue.
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