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Next Wednesday our speaker is Tim Pile MPAGB MFIAP EFIAP/p FIPF, who will be presenting his talk called Nude Iceland.
Iceland is a photographer's dream, with so many amazing locations, it really is nature in the raw. Tim is well known for his nudes in the landscape, and in this talk he places them in the majestic Icelandic landscape.
You can a flavour of Tim's photography by visiting his website at timpile.photo
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Speaker |
Subject |
| 3 December |
Jay Hallsworth |
How I Edit My Photos |
| 8 December |
DI Group |
Hybrid meeting |
| 10 December |
Print Competition |
Round 2 |
| 17 December |
Christmas Social |
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| 24 & 31 Dec |
No Meetings |
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2026 |
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| 7 January |
John Chamberlin |
Thro' the Lens |
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The next Digital Imaging Group Meeting will be on Monday 8 December at 7.30pm.
Meetings are informal and take place at the clubhouse and via zoom.
This month we are going to do something a little bit different. Ralph Snook has offered to undertake a critique with a difference, using AI.
We are inviting you to submit your images to be scrutinised by AI and see how it compares with human judges……They can be images that have already been judged in one of the rounds or if you have an image that you are thinking of entering and want to see what advice AI has to offer then please send up to 5 images to me at dig@bristolphoto.org.uk by 5.00pm on 30 Sunday November. This will give Ralph plenty of time to prepare. Please resize your images to the usual competition size.
As it is Christmas we will finish a little early to enjoy mince pies and coffee.
I look forward to seeing you.
Rachel Domleo
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A few words from our judge on the night:
For many members, the recent Ladies v Gents battle was a new experience but one I hope people enjoyed. Certainly the attendance for the evening of over 70 (present in the clubrooms and on Zoom) suggests it was something members wished to see, along with the first half presentation by Gari Jenkins which got the evening off to a great start.
When I joined the club back in the 1970’s, it was an annual and popular evening, then held at West Mall (the location of our clubrooms before 2016). The format involved 20 Prints from each side in the first half with 20 projected images per side to round up the evening; so a total of 80 images were judged. In those days it was always an experienced external judge who took on the task of marking each image out of 10. It was both a light-hearted and competitive event.
The sets of Images were jumbled up so the judge had no idea which side any image came from, preferable, I think, to presenting the images in a block. I recall there was a limit on the number of images any one member could have included for their respective side, so that each side had to show depth as well as quality.
I had not realised that this ‘battle’ had never been held at our current premises but why it was dropped I am not sure. I do recall a time when the women won three times in a row, so I assume it was the men who encouraged its demise!
So can I urge Council and the Programme Secretary to include a battle between the Men and Women members in the next and subsequent programmes, which I am sure could be enjoyed by all (already pencilled in for next Autumn – Ed).
John Chamberlin
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Great Western Photographic Exhibition |
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This weekend sees the public showing of the Great Western Photographic Exhibition at the clubrooms.
The exhibition will be open for viewing from 10am to 4pm on both Saturday and Sunday. Please come along and support your Society and at the same time get the chance to see some of the best PDIs and Prints in the Country.
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Projected Image Competition - Round 2 |
Round 2 of the Projected Image Competition was held last Wednesday and was judged by Peter Crane ARPS from Swindon. The results are shown below:
| PHOTOGRAPHER |
TITLE |
AWARD |
| CLUB |
| John Cato |
Holding Fast |
1st |
| Andy Jordan-Doherty |
Moon Over Clifton |
2nd |
| Paul Higgins |
Crest Fallen |
3rd |
| Susan Bater |
Reflecting On The Race |
HC |
| Peter Davis |
Layered Living |
HC |
| Andrew Harrington |
Kestrels In A Wall |
HC |
| Urmila Kerslake |
In Praise Of Dreams |
HC |
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| INTERMEDIATE |
| Jon Richer |
Fungus Gnat Enjoying A Large Meal |
1st |
| Mick Jupp |
East Wing - Chester Cathedral |
2nd |
| Judy Yates |
Gardeners Reward |
3rd |
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| ADVANCED |
| Ken Clarke |
The Scream |
1st |
| Richard Kay |
Grey Seal Mother With Pup Two |
2nd |
| Colin Dixon |
Horrible Party I Need A Drink |
3rd |
| Carole Brown |
Sun Halo, Lofoten |
HC |
| Margaret Chambers |
Backlit Zebra |
HC |
| Sandie Cox |
Polar Bear Reflection |
HC |
| Steve Field |
Touching The Rim |
HC |
| Sue Pearmain |
Boys Will Be Boys |
HC |
| Ralph Snook |
Feeding Hummingbirds |
HC |
| Steve Taylor |
Vicuna Crossing Laguna Chalviri - Bolivia |
HC |
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SOLITUDE |
| Simon Caplan |
Alone On The Beach |
1st |
| Ashwin Chauhan |
Alone And Homeward Bound |
2nd |
| Mike Martin |
Solitude |
3rd |
| Ramesh Chauhan |
Fall Solitude |
HC |
| Ken Clarke |
Tarry Awhile |
HC |
| Rachel Domleo |
Dejected |
HC |
| Vicky Harrison |
Solitude |
HC |
| Joe Jancar |
Time Alone! |
HC |
| Steve Taylor |
Lone Walker On Fox Glacier |
HC |
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1st
Holding Fast
by
John Cato
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2nd
Moon Over Clifton
by
Andy Jordan-Doherty
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3rd
Crest Fallen
by
Paul Higgins
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1st
Fungus Gnat Enjoying A Large Meal
by
Jon Richer
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2nd
East Wing - Chester Cathedral
by
Mick Jupp
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3rd
Gardeners Reward
by
Judy Yates
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1st
The Scream
by
Ken Clarke
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2nd
Grey Seal Mother With Pup Two
by
Richard Kay
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3rd
Horrible Party I Need A Drink
by
Colin Dixon
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1st
Alone On The Beach
by
Simon Caplan
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2nd
Alone And Homeward Bound
by
Ashwin Chauhan
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3rd
Solitude
by
Mike Martin
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First = 4, Second = 3, Third = 2, HC = 1 |
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R1 |
R2 |
R3 |
R4 |
Total |
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| Rick Ayrton |
7 |
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7 |
| John Cato |
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4 |
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4 |
| Simon Jones |
3 |
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3 |
| Andy Jordan-Doherty |
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3 |
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3 |
| Paul Higgins |
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2 |
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2 |
| Susan Bater |
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1 |
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1 |
| Peter Davis |
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1 |
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1 |
| Andrew Harrington |
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1 |
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1 |
| Urmila Kerslake |
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1 |
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1 |
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| INTERMEDIATE |
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| Jon Richer |
4 |
4 |
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8 |
| Mick Jupp |
1 |
3 |
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4 |
| Vicky Harrison |
3 |
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3 |
| Tim Barker |
2 |
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2 |
| Judy Yates |
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2 |
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2 |
| Paul Fennell |
1 |
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1 |
| Sian Jones |
1 |
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1 |
| Nigel Owen |
1 |
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1 |
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| ADVANCED |
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| Richard Kay |
2 |
3 |
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5 |
| Ralph Snook |
4 |
1 |
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5 |
| Ken Clarke |
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4 |
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4 |
| Colin Dixon |
2 |
2 |
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4 |
| Pam Sherren |
3 |
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3 |
| Margaret Chambers |
1 |
1 |
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2 |
| Sandie Cox |
1 |
1 |
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2 |
| Steve Taylor |
1 |
1 |
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2 |
| Carole Brown |
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1 |
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1 |
| Simon Caplan |
1 |
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1 |
| Steve Field |
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1 |
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1 |
| Beryl Heaton |
1 |
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1 |
| Barry Mead |
1 |
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1 |
| Paul Moran |
1 |
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1 |
| Derwood Pamphilon |
1 |
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1 |
| Sue Pearmain |
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1 |
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1 |
| Mary Pears |
1 |
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1 |
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The judge for Round 2 of the PDI Competition mentioned on quite a few occasions that the image on the screen could do with a "keyline" to help separate the dark background of the image from the equally dark surrounding area of the projection screen. This would have allowed the judge to have seen where the image stopped and the screen began, something that has also
been mentioned by a few previous judges to visit BPS. Those members who are a
bit long in the tooth should be well aware of this, but some newer members
may be less so.
Below are a couple of
examples of images, with and without keylines, shown against a black
background, typical of the way they would look against the black screen
surround. Hopefully you can see the huge difference just adding a 3-pixel
line around the outside of the image makes. If you aren't sure how to do this, I'm sure some of the more experienced members will be only too pleased to tell you.
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Example 1
Example 2
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A number of members travelled down to Clyst St Marys for the Kingswood Salver on Saturday. Sadly our run of successes came to an end. The Judge, Les Loosemoore commented favourable on our entry, but only enough for Mike Martin to receive Highly Commended for his Paddington Staircase (right-hand image). All the panels should be on the WCPF website by the time you read this.
Thanks to everyone who supported Rachel Domleo and Mike Martin in pulling together the Bristol entry.
Time to start thinking for next year’s entry to re-gain the Silverware for our trophy cabinet.
This was BPS' submission:
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Advance dates for your diary: Content may be subject to change.
Monday 24 November
- 10am-1pm - Joe Martin will be returning with more of his Cosplay costumes – all welcome - £10 per person.
- 1:30pm-4:30pm (to be confirmed) – Joe Martin will stay on for a second session, Limited to 5 people, £20 per person, booking essential.
Monday 1 December: 10am-1pm
- theme to be confirmed – any requests / ideas to Mike.
Monday 8 December: 10am -1pm
- theme to be confirmed – any requests / ideas to Mike.
Monday 15 December – LAST SESSION OF 2025
- 10am-1pm - Leighton Williams and Abdullah; two male models – all welcome - £10 per person.
- 1:30pm-4:30pm (to be confirmed) – Leighton and Abdullah will stay on for a second session, Limited to 5 people, £20 per person, booking essential.
Monday 5 January 2026 – First session of 2026.
- 10am-1pm - a look back at 2025. Let Mike have your best images from studio sessions or inspired by studio sessions in 2025. An opportunity to share your images and inspire others. Everyone welcome.
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FINAL REMINDER
There is still time to enter – on-line copies have to be entered by 24 November, and prints received by 1 December. Given Christmas postal volumes it would be prudent to get entries in sooner.
So if you fancy having a go, there will be a box at the front to receive any additional entries handed in on Mondays or Wednesdays up to 19 November [by special arrangement, late entries can be handed to Mike at Unit 13 this Friday, 21 November at 10am].
If you have new work, and have not yet entered – please support Bristol PS.
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Amateur Photographer of the Year |
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ROUND 8 - MOVEMENT
There is still time to get your entry in for Round 8 of the APOY competition, the subject this round is Movement.
The closing date is 8 December.
We have many excellent photographers producing fantastic nature images – so why not enter ONE, entirely free using the entry code APOY84118708
Go to https://amateurphotographer.com/apoy/ for full details. |
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Well done to Steve Field for getting one of his images published in this week's edition of Amateur Photographer.
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Below are the themes and dates of the remaining rounds:
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NEW - Download Issue 393 PAGB eNews HERE
NEW - Download Issue 124 of Photography News HERE.
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LCE Photographer of the Year - FREE TO ENTER |
London Camera Exchange - Photographer of the Year
This free-to-enter competition features a £10,000 prize fund and 14 diverse categories, including a People’s Choice award determined by public vote, and our Emerging Talent award, offering photography students the chance to win prizes for both themselves and their university.
Open to photographers of all experience levels, this is your chance to showcase your talent, gain national recognition, and compete for major prizes.
For full details, click HERE |
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79th National Open Exhibition
Closing: 2 January 2026
4 PDI Sections
Open Colour
Open Mono
Nature
Scapes
3 Print Sections
Open Colour
Open Mono
Nature
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Well done to the following BPS members who did well and gained acceptances in the recently judged Frome Salon of Photography:
- Carole Brown: 5 acceptances incl 1 award
- Simon Caplan: 4 acceptances
- Barry Mead: 3 acceptances
- Sue O'Connell: 6 acceptances
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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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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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