BPS Newsletter - Issue 195 20 July 2016 |
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Next Wednesday, 20 July, we will have a presentation by Tim Pile ARPS EFIAP/s MPAGB called Have I Got Nudes For You. Contrary to possibe misplaced anticipation, this is not going to be an evening of pin-up pictures of Ian Hislop, it is instead going to be an evening of fine art figure work by this well know photographer, the following is taken from Tim's website:
The best way of viewing an image is as a print, as the viewer sees it exactly as the author wants them to view it, and I think the best way of showing prints is as a talk where you can explain each of the prints to the audience. So as I produce far more images than I can possibly use in competitions I was very pleased when Bob Moore asked me to do a talk around a year ago for Arden Photo Group. This led to a talk last November at Wrekin Arts, which led to an invitation to do my talk at another club Whitchurch, and my name has got around and now quite a few more societies want me to see my talk. I talk for around 90 minutes, split into two halves with a break in between and show around 120 of my prints. I show some of my early prints and explain how and why I got into photographing models, and then show the journey through to more recent work including my successful panels.
For examples of Tim's work, visit his website.
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The next Studio group at 7.00pm on Tuesday 19 July. By popular request the evening will see a return visit by model Alexandra for a portrait session; the session is limited to 5 photographers, so it will be on a first come first served basis. Cost £15. As usual if more than 5 people sign up the remainder will be on a waiting list for this event or have priority for the next event at Unit 13. Please sign up using this link. Please also add your email and phone number so that Nick can confirm your attendance.
Circomedia
The August Studio Group Meeting will be a repeat visit to Circomedia in Kingswood with two fantastic circus performers, Elilie and Rachel, who will demonstrate their skills in juggling, stilt walking, trapeze and acrobatics. This follows the recent visit to Circomedia when there were a number
of members who were interested but couldn't make the day or time, so Nick
has asked the girls at Circomedia if they would repeat the evenyt,
which they are happy to do. There are 3 potential days in August when
either a morning or afternoon session could be organised. Nick has
therefore set up a Doodle Poll to find the most convenient day and time
for anyone who wants to come - please click here. If this appeals to you, please show your availability on the poll and put your email address in the comments section and Nick will arrange a session and get back to you, the cost will be £30 and it should be a great session.
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Applications for this year's Photography Course are now open, so if you know anyone who is interested in joining the course (which starts in September), get them to visit the Society website for full details. Alternatively they could come along to an open afternoon being held at 2pm this Sunday (17 July) at the clubrooms, when Society members will be on hand to explain what the course will involve. |
You will see from your Handbook that Wednesday 17 August is the annual Members' Evening and Derwood is looking for contributors to the evening. If you would like to present your photography to BPS members then please contact our Programme Secretary Derwood on either derwood1004@gmail.com or 07545 848 919. This is an opportunity for the club to hear from some of its members whose talents or recent activity they might otherwise not be aware of. |
Download the Photographic Alliance of Great Britain’s latest PAGB E-News (Number 167) here. |
Bristol Harbour Festival - this annual event is running right through this weekend - for full details go to the official website.
North Somerset Bird of Prey Centre are having an open day on Sunday 31 July. Full details here.
Castle Combe - As the summer of ‘big events’, festivals, holidays and sporting occasions gets into full swing, the Castle Combe circuit adds a refreshing West Country flavour with its ‘ BRSCC Race Weekend’ this weekend. The quantity of races at Castle Combe’s meetings is never in doubt and this weekend is far from being an exception, with all the popular ‘home’ championships out in force, enhanced by a varied delight of visiting races for historic and modern motors. Full details on their website.
Classic Car Show at Newark Park, Sunday 17 July. The show is organised by the 750 car club who are celebrating their 50th anniversary and are promising a great display. There is also a classic car themed exhibition on the top floor of Newark House. Full details here. |
Important Notice To All Members - Subscription Rates
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Further to the notice circulated to all members on 12 June advising of a proposed increase in subscription rates and the subsequent vote on the proposal at the AGM held on 6 July 2016, would members please note that all subscriptions falling due after the 6 July 2016 or being overdue after that date will be liable to the new rates. The new rates are as follows:
- Full subscription - £60
- Additional subscription for spouse or partner living at the same address and paying a full annual subscription - £42
- Full time student holding a Student Union card - £40
- Member aged 16 to 19 - £16
- Member living more than 50 miles from Bristol - £16
- Member aged 70 years and over with 20 years continuous membership - £16
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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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For those of you who aren't sure what MPAGB, EFIAP/s and many more such seemingly random collections of letters mean, just click here to download the list. |
Please don't forget that if you change your address (home or email), or gain additional photographic distinctions, it would be appreciated if you could let the Membership Secretary know so that she can keep her records up to date, this will also ensure that you continue to receive your newsletters - please email all changes to membership@bristolphoto.org.ukThe distinctions we have on record are those shown at the top of this newsletter, if they are wrong, please let Carol know. |
If you have something photographic that you want to sell, let me have the details and I will circulate them to a captive audience of photographers through the Newsletter - send to the usual address.
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If you have anything you think other members would like to know about, such as exhibitions, special events etc. please let me know at newsletter@bristolphoto.org.uk
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