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Next week, 28 July, we welcome Roger Hance FRPS AFIAP DPAGB BPE5*, who will be presenting his talk: Nature in Macro.
This talk shows how Roger approaches photographing the wide assortment of Butterflies, Moths, Damsel Flies, Dragon Flies and other insects found in the UK. It also covers Fungi, Wildflowers and Orchids, Reptiles and Amphibians.
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Some of Roger's macro images
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You might be interested in some of Roger's YouTube videos:
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Zoom details:
- Meeting link - click LINK
- Meeting ID: 832 3504 6003
- Passcode: 169727
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Last Saturday saw the judging of this annual competition that saw us compete with the best two clubs from each Federation.
After an excellent start (joint 4th after round 1 – first 8 images – scoring 98 points), we came 10th in round 2 for the next 8 images (95 points) but more importantly, adding the two together, placed us in 8th overall with 193 points, qualifying for the FINAL.
In the final round we had to select 10 previously un-used images from the pool and up to 10 images used in the earlier rounds. You can see the selected images below. At the end we’d amassed 242 placing us 8th overall, sadly one point below Smethwick. The consolation prize – as a finalist this year we automatically qualify for next year's competition – so get photographing / creating 
Rolls Royce remained the club to beat, taking the overall title with 269 points!
Not to be completely outshone, Sue O’Connell had one final triumph receiving a judge’s selection, silver medal from Marilyn Roberts, for her Caro Woman and Child. Well done Sue.
Below are the images (+ scores) used in the Final:
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We are constantly on the lookout for members to help with the day to day running of the Society. We are at present looking for someone who can help support/back up Matt de-Beger, who has single handedly run the IT side of our systems for the last couple of years.
We are looking for someone who has a basic knowledge of Wordpress so that there is a backup for the BPS website in the unlikely event of Matt coming into contact with that proverbial omnibus. The lucky applicant would also be able to assist in running the Society's email system and what is hugely important, our weekly Zoom meetings.
If you are interested or would like more information, please contact the Chairman, Ralph Snook, in the first instance - chairman@bristolphoto.org.uk
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The BPS annual photography course is now open for applications to join - please see our website page - click here
Please spread the word on your Facebook or Instagram pages or whatever other social media sites you belong to - don't forget that the more members we can get on the course, the longer your annual BPS subscription will go without needing to be increased!
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Photography Show Back At NEC |
Photography & Video Show is back this year at the NEC in Birmingham between 18 and 21 September 2021.
Registrations are now being taken. Full details here.
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News from Mike Martin (External Competitions Secretary):
Upcoming Competitions.
Kingswood Salver – 13 Nov 2021
OK, this is some way off, but following our fantastic win last year, we need to start thinking about how we can pull together a panel (five images from 5 different photographers) for this year.
Here are a few ideas to get you started: Characterful portraits (male or female), architecture, abstract, etc.
If anyone has any ideas of a theme please let Mike know... remember it has to be broad enough that others can provide complementary images. Feel free to send Mike any suggestions and/or a few thumbnails
PAGB Inter-Club Print Competition
Like the PDI competition above, the print equivalent is due to be held at Smethwick PS in September (historically this has been held in Chorley, but has been relocated this year).
BPS will be representing the WCPF having won the WCPF Print battle in 2019 (there was no competition in 2020).
Selection has yet to be made, but please dust off your printers, etc, and stand by to offer up your best prints*.
We will require 15 images, no more than 3 per photographer, a minimum of 5 mono and 5 colour, but no more than 4 nature.
* if printing/mounting is problematic, Mike Martin is happy to print for individuals in the same way as we did for the GB Trophy competitions.*
Amateur Photographer of the Year
Come on guys, we should be able to win this (the Club entry - £500 for the winning club).
Currently following judging of 5 rounds BPS, solely on the back of Mike Martin’s individual performance, currently lies 4th! (Mike is equal 12th in the individual rankings). There are three rounds to go: Portraits, Travel and Street.
Details can be found here – or simply ask Mike.
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NEW - Download issue 287 of PAGB eNews here. This includes an updated Masters of Print 2020 Gold Club images featuring images by BPS members plus much more.
NEW - For Issue 287 Extra click here. This has the images from two recent successful MPAGB applications by Charles Ashton and .
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Salon acceptances: BPS photographers are now achieving large numbers of salon acceptances and constraints on time and space mean we can't include them all. So please only advise of awards or other milestones.
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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LAST CHANCE!
Graham Reeves has kindly offered his Logan 550-1 Mat Cutter for sale, this is hardly used, and is therefore in very good condition. Graham has said that all proceeds should go to BPS funds, so if you are interested in buying this and would like to make an offer, please email me at bpsnewsletter@bristolphoto.org.uk and I will put it to Graham. This is a quality item, so sensible bids only please.
Below is a copy of the best priced ad that I could find on the web. To see more about the cutter, please follow this link.
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If you have any photographic items for sale, drop me a line and I'll include it 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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IMPORTANT: Personal Detail Changes |
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.uk.
The distinctions we have on record are those shown at the top of this newsletter, please remember, if you don't tell us we can't possibly know!
DO NOT REPLY TO THE NEWSLETTER.
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Make Money For BPS Every Time You Shop On Amazon! |
With the thought of on-line shopping still looming large in many members' minds. It's worth remembering that if you so wish, each and every one of you can support BPS with every purchase you make on Amazon by using Amazon Smile. Click on the link below – then it’s self-explanatory.
Shopping using Smile is no different to your normal Amazon shopping and costs you nothing, it's just that you need to tell it that you wish to use Smile and then we get some pennies!
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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 see the list.
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Missed a Copy of the Newsletter?
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To view past editions of this Newsletter, please click on the following link and then select the date(s) you are looking for - BPS Newsletter Archive
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BPS Website - Members' Portal "Log in" |
To enter the Members' Portal of the BPS website you will need the following:
Username - Your Membership Number Password - Created by you
If you have any problems getting into the Members' Area, please contact Matt by email: webmaster@bristolphoto.org.uk
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Bristol Photographic Society,
Unit 13, Montpelier Central, Station Rd, Bristol, BS6 5EE
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