Summary of our 13/01/2026 club meeting

After ringing in the New Year, we got underway with our first club meeting of 2026. Together, each committee member shared a couple of their digital camera images from past to present, showing how their photography has improved over time. We both heard and saw the stories behind the images, discussed how skills have developed, and answered questions that may help others along the way.

It was great to see new faces, and on the night we met and spoke with several new members who are eager to take part in our club—an added bonus for everyone. We wish them the very best of luck in competing in all our activities, and guidance will always be there if needed.

We also learned that we are preparing for a club exhibition in Ballina, Co. Mayo in the coming months, so please stay tuned for updates.

Last but not least, our weekend away this year will be a trip to Bellmullet, Co. Mayo. Any members wishing to join us on this group trip will need to book their accommodation in advance over the coming months—more information to follow!

With that said, we are looking forward to an eventful year ahead, including taking part in our annual Boyle Arts Festival exhibition in the summer of 2026.

Club Meeting - 13th January 2026

DOORS OPEN AT 7:45PM. MEETING BEGINS PROMPTLY AT 8PM! THE ENTRANCE FEE IS €5

          AGENDA FOR OUR JANUARY 2026 CLUB MEETING  IS AS FOLLOWS

    •     Chairpersons Address 

          ∙      Announcements 

          ∙      AOB        

   

    •     Motivation Slideshow  

          ∙      Presented by Martin Cooke and Judged by Marty Cooke/Una Duffy
                  The Theme for this Months Motivation was "Christmas in your Town" themed Photography
                  All entries can be seen HERE on Flickr   

          ∙     Entries can be uploaded before midnight Saturday 10th January via the following links:                                

                  Beginners - Click Here to upload your images for this category

                  Intermediate - Click Here to upload your images for this category 

                  Advanced - Click Here to upload your images for this category

                 

                 Please note: Links may not be available after due date

                 Next Month Motivation: to be announced at next meeting

     •     Tea/Coffee Break           

          

     •     After Our Break

          

          ∙       At tonights meeting after the tea and chat, each of our committee members will share a few 

                  of their images on screen and discuss, question and point why, how and where they came 

                  about taking their photos on their photography journey.

                  Any member wanting to can feel free to ask question/s as each committee member will get a chance to step up in turn.

Christmas is here!

Boyle Camera Club wish all our members and friends, the very best, for this Christmas and in the New Year. We look forward to an exciting and busy year ahead in 2026.

Our theme for the next months meeting is "Christmas in your Town"

We look forward to seeing you all compete. As always, new members are very welcome.

Update on 17/12/25 rescheduled Meeting

At last nights Boyle Camera Club's Christmas Party, we had the pleasure in presenting a €500 cheque to Niamh O'Connor, representing the  Brothers of Charity, Boyle.

The money was raised by Boyle Camera Club members through their annual exhibition at Boyle Arts Festival. 39 photographic prints were sold at the very successful exhibition, which was held in the wonderful surrounds of the newly refurbished 'An Ríoga'.

Boyle Camera Club members meet on the second Tuesday of every month in Boyle Resource Center, to discuss and learn all things photographic. From mobile phone photography to DSLRs, they have an open door policy and welcome all who wish to learn more, take more photos and be part of a club. 

The members were delighted to be able to raise funds for the Brothers of Charity in Boyle. The charity focuses on helping individuals  with intellectual difficulties, so they can achieve personal life goals and become valued and equal members of society. The Boyle Brothers of Charity group also has a very active Camera Club, having produced a 2026 calendar for sale locally and they also make greeting cards. 

For more information on Boyle Camera Club please contact  : boylecameraclubinfo@gmail.com

Or check out our Social Media on FB and Insta.

Niamh O'Connor accepting Our donation for The Brothers of Charity

Christmas club meeting - Tuesday 16th December

After a brief bout of wintry weather, Boyle Camera Club is delighted to reschedule its annual Christmas Party Meeting for 8PM on Tuesday at the Presentation House, Boyle, Co. Roscommon, F52 N260.

If you’re thinking of joining the club and kicking off the new year with a creative spark, why not start with a bit of Christmas cheer? Come along, meet some like-minded people, enjoy plenty of festive chat, shared insights, and seasonal treats.

Whether you’re just starting out or have years behind the lens, there’s always something new to discover in the world of photography. We’d love to welcome new faces, so consider this your golden ticket to a friendly, social, and creative club this Christmas.

Bring your passion for photography — and your festive spirit — and celebrate the season with us!

Weather Warning - Postponement

Christmas Party Update

Due to the severe weather expected on the west coast of the country tomorrow, and with the safety of our travelling members in mind, tomorrow night’s Christmas party has been postponed.

A new date will be confirmed within the next week or so. (More than likely canceled till next week!)

Please stay tuned for further updates.

Stay safe, everyone.

In the meantime, feel free to check out the monthly Motivation entries on Flickr to stay inspired 

and connected until we meet again! Click Here

Or follow us on Instagram Click here

Club Meeting and Xmas Party - Tuesday 9th December

DOORS OPEN AT 7:45PM. MEETING BEGINS PROMPTLY AT 8PM! THE ENTRANCE FEE IS €5

          AGENDA FOR OUR DECEMBER 2025 CLUB MEETING  IS AS FOLLOWS

    •     Chairpersons Address 

          ∙      Announcements 

          ∙      AOB        

   

    •     Motivation Slideshow  

          ∙      Presented by Martin Cooke and Judged by Celine King/Michael Reynolds
                  The Theme for this Months Motivation was "Motivated Light" themed Photography
                  All entries can be seen HERE on Flickr   

          ∙     Entries can be uploaded before midnight Saturday 6th December via the following links:                                

                  Beginners - Click Here to upload your images for this category

                  Intermediate - Click Here to upload your images for this category 

                  Advanced - Click Here to upload your images for this category

                 

                 Please note: Links may not be available after due date

                 Next Month Motivation: to be announced at next meeting

     •     Tea/Coffee Break  -  Christmas Party       

          

           ∙        Tonight we will hold our Xmas party with hot food, treats and refreshments.

                    We ask as many to attend, as this is our last gathering before we ring in the new year. 

                    

                    

                        

         

           ∙     Tonight we will also be presenting a cheque to Brothers of Charity

                 It is a donation we do from the proceeds of our club Exhibition every year

Challenge commences soon

   or   

The 52/52 Challenge will commence soon, with the first submissions due by midnight on Saturday 22nd November.

For the first time ever, a 26/26 Challenge will run alongside the 52/52. 

The 26/26 Challenge will finish at the 26-week mark, offering a shorter option for those who feel 52 weeks is too much.

Flexibility: Participants may begin with the 26/26 Challenge and switch to the 52/52 Challenge within the first six weeks if they decide to go the full distance. Conversely, participants who start with the 52/52 Challenge may opt out within the first six weeks and complete the 26/26 Challenge instead. In either case, they should notify any committee member.

Entry fee: €5 for either challenge and due at the next Club meeting.

All entry fees will form the prize fund, and the club will match the total amount, doubling the final prize for the winners.

Theme:

You may submit images on any topic throughout the challenge, or choose a specific theme each week.

Submissions:

A Flickr Group will be made available in the days leading up to the first submission deadline. (Shared on club WhatsApp group soon!)

You must:

1. Join the group and upload your weekly images before midnight every Saturday. 

                Any image submitted must be taken between Saturdays and not from your archive.

        2.   Create an album in your own Flickr account titled:

• 52/52 2025/26 or 26/26 2025/26

3. Title each entry in the format, for example:

• 1/52 Three trees     or      1/26 Three trees

• 2/52 Flying bird      or      1/26 Flying bird

•   3/52 Urban space     or      1/26 Urban space, etc.

           4.     EXIF data must be visible to qualify as an official submission.

           5.   •   Click Here  to be directed to the 52/52 Flickr group, alternatively 

              •    Click Here to be directed to the 26/26 Flickr group, to join.

                

These challenges are a great opportunity to get out with your camera gear, explore, and enjoy the freedom of freelance photography. 

Please take care in challenging conditions — and who knows, we may cross paths out in the field for a chat.

Let the clicking begin! 📸

Update on 11/11/25 Meeting

Summary of Tonight’s Meeting

We began last night’s meeting with a talk on flash photography by one of our members, Michael Reynolds.
Michael covered topics including the use and understanding of flash in both indoor and outdoor settings.
It was a detailed and insightful discussion that encouraged questions and demonstrations for both beginner and advanced members.

It’s great to see members engaging in these talks, and we hope this continues as good practice for future guest speakers.

We also discussed several new ideas brought forward by the newly elected committee, including more field trips, exhibitions, and competitions — all aimed at elevating the club as we move into the new year.

We also had the presentation of prizes to the winners of the 52/52 challenge.

Displayed image is Garry Fitzgerald accepting his prize from Chairperson Andy Rimmer.

All other winners were absent from last nights meeting, therefore prizes will be handed out accordingly.

Club Meeting - Tuesday 11th November

DOORS OPEN AT 7:45PM. MEETING BEGINS PROMPTLY AT 8PM! THE ENTRANCE FEE IS €5

          AGENDA FOR OUR NOVEMBER 2025 CLUB MEETING  IS AS FOLLOWS

    •       Chairpersons Address 

          ∙      Announcements 

          ∙      AOB           

    •      Before Our Break          

        

          ∙      Our very own County Mayo man Michael Reynolds, will give a presentation on flash photography.

                 Using and understanding flash in photography is very important, and now is your chance to  

                  ask questions. Michael will surely be open to any insights you may have on the topic, so be 

                  sure to share what you have learned with Micheal and the rest of the group.

                  Getting involved in the club is what it's all about!

     •     Tea/Coffee Break           

          

     •     After Our Break

          

          ∙        Motivation Slideshow  

                 Presented by Martin Cooke and Judged by Catherine Mullarkey/Mary Lane
                  The Theme for this Months Motivation was "Autumn" themed Photography
                  All entries can be seen HERE on Flickr   

          ∙     Entries can be uploaded before midnight Saturday 08th November via the following links:                                

                  Beginners - Click Here to upload your images for this category

                  Intermediate - Click Here to upload your images for this category 

                  Advanced - Click Here to upload your images for this category

                 

                 Please note: Links may not be available after due date

                 Next Month Motivation: to be announced at next meeting

                 

Club meet-up at Lough Key Forest Park

 Boyle Camera Club members to meet-up at Lough Key Forest Park.

 On Saturday 25th of October and Sunday 26th of October at 12pm on both days,

 BCC members are asked to meet-up on either day or both if you feel fit to do so at the main building.

 Members will need to bring their camera equipment, eg. camera and tripod - and the price of a coffee/tea to shop at the cafe,

 The November monthly motivation theme is "Autumn" so there we will split up or in a group walking

 around the park snapping every opportunity we get from the autumn season celebrated and spectated.

 We do ask the public to be weary if you see a camera pointed in your direction as it may not be the

 photographers intension to photograph other people only to capture the autumn season. 

 P.O.T.Y points will be awarded to anyone in attendance and this will add to your score come the end of the year.

 This maybe the Club's last outing of the year so a message to members is for you not to miss out, and

 come along for the chat and banter.

 For the anyone that knows Lough Key Forest Park this should be an enjoyable bank holiday weekend. 

 For any members using the WhatsApp Boyle Camera Club group chat do send a message if you have any concerns.

 

Update on 14/10/25 Meeting

Summary of Tonight’s Meeting

We began with our usual monthly motivation slideshow, “Looking Up,” followed by the judging session (results below).
Next came the announcement of the 2024/25 52/52 Challenge winners — congratulations to Garry Fitzgerald and Margaret Dolan!
👉 Click here to preview the 2024/25 52/52 Album on Flickr.

During the break, a slideshow featuring highlights from the Balloon Championships was shown, leading into our AGM after tea.

We’re delighted to welcome our newly elected committee members:
M. Cooke, Andy R., Ann Doherty, M. Reynold, Karen Skelly, Celine K., Garry Fitz, Mary Lane, Tony M., Una D.,and M. Morris.

M. Dolan has stepped down from the committee but will continue serving as P.O.T.Y. Officer until the end of this term.

👉 Click here for a full breakdown of the elected roles of each committee member.

Club Meeting and AGM - Tuesday 14th October

DOORS OPEN AT 7:45PM. MEETING BEGINS PROMPTLY AT 8PM! THE ENTRANCE FEE IS €5

          AGENDA FOR OUR OCTOBER 2025 CLUB MEETING  IS AS FOLLOWS

    •     Chairpersons Address 

          ∙      Announcements 

          ∙      AOB           

    •     Motivation Slideshow  

          ∙      Presented by Martin Cooke and Judged by Garry Fitzgerald/Laura Jean Zito
                  The Theme for this Months Motivation was "Looking up" themed Photography
                  All entries can be seen HERE on Flickr   

          ∙     Entries can be uploaded before midnight Saturday 11th October via the following links:                                

                  Beginners - Click Here to upload your images for this category

                  Intermediate - Click Here to upload your images for this category 

                  Advanced - Click Here to upload your images for this category

                 

                 Please note: Links may not be available after due date

                 Next Month Motivation: to be announced at next meeting

                 

              Before our break, we'll announce the winners of the 52/52 challenge,

             with prizes and photos for the two lucky members.

     •     Tea/Coffee Break           

          

     •     After Our Break

          

           ∙       AGM 2025

                   Tonight we focus on the Annual General Meeting of 2025

                   We will begin to look at the possible positions and electoral roles of Boyle Camera Club for the coming year ahead,

                     

                    ∙  Chairperson  

                    ∙  Tresurer

                    ∙  Secretary 

                    ∙  Motivational secretary 

                    ∙  Webmaster 

                    ∙  Social Coordinator 

                    ∙  P.O.T.Y Officer                                       

                    ∙  52/52 Officer/s

                  

                   The current committee would like to encourage continuing and long term members to

                   consider playing an active part in your camera club in the year ahead

                   

                   We will continue with a Treasurer report and a Chairpersons report respectively 

                   

               

Update on 09/09/25 Meeting

At last evening’s meeting, members discussed the upcoming Hot Air Balloon Championship, which will take place from 20th to 26th September at Lough Key Forest Park, Boyle, Roscommon.

Members also shared a slideshow of images from their trip to Inishmore Island, displayed on the club monitor.

A big thank you goes to the members who completed the Alphabet Challenge—it was wonderful to see the variety of images and the creative ways used to represent all 26 letters of the alphabet. This collection was also presented at tonight’s meeting.

Next months meeting we will have our AGM;

Please put your name forward to anyone in the committee if you would like to step up in the 

clubs ongoings, you wouldn't feel out of place as we are always looking for New and Bright 

people in the committee.

                                        The positions for consideration are as follows; 

                   

                                         ∙ Chairperson  

                                         ∙ Treasurer

                                         ∙ Secretary 

                                         ∙ Motivational secretary 

                                         ∙ Webmaster 

                                         ∙ Social Coordinator 

                                         ∙ P.O.T.Y Officer                                       

                                         ∙ 52/52 Officer/s    

Club Meeting - Tuesday 9th September

DOORS OPEN AT 7:45PM. MEETING BEGINS PROMPTLY AT 8PM! THE ENTRANCE FEE IS €5

          AGENDA FOR OUR SEPTEMBER 2025 CLUB MEETING  IS AS FOLLOWS

    •     Chairpersons Address 

          ∙      Announcements 

          ∙      AOB           

    •     Motivation Slideshow  

          ∙      Presented by Martin Cooke and Judged by Margaret Dolan/Robert Gillan
                  The Theme for this Months Motivation was "Open" themed Photography
                  All entries can be seen HERE on Flickr   

          ∙     Entries can be uploaded before midnight Saturday 6th September via the following links:                                

                  Beginners - Click Here to upload your images for this category

                  Intermediate - Click Here to upload your images for this category 

                  Advanced - Click Here to upload your images for this category

                 

                 Please note: Links may not be available after due date

                 Next Month Motivation: to be announced at next meeting

                 

     •      Tea/Coffee Break

                       

     •     After Our Break

          

           ∙      At tonight’s meeting, we will reflect on the summer we’ve had. 

                  To begin with, we’ll preview the Summer Breakaway Slideshow and look back at the fun we had at this year’s Exhibition. 

                  We’ll also share members’ collages from the Alphabet Challenge, and finally, 

                   we’ll discuss ideas and meet-ups for the Hot Air Balloon Championships in Lough Key. 

                  There are plenty of reasons not to miss tonight’s meeting! 

                  Click here to submit your finished Alphabet Challenge project, or 

                    Alternatively you can bring to the September club meeting on a USB stick

                    Click here to submit your weekend away images taken by members that was in 

                 attendance for the weekend away to Inishmore, If you have not done so already.....

                     PLEASE RESIZE ANY IMAGES TO 1024 PIXELS ON THEIR LONGEST EDGE BEFORE UPLOADING (AS PER MONTHLY MOTIVATIONS),

                     BUT NO LIMIT ON HOW MANY IMAGES YOU WANT TO SHARE.