Sunday, February 26, 2017

February Meeting Review & Upcoming Photoshoot

February Meeting Review
February's meeting began with an address from Brian Munnelly which can be seen here.

Motivation
The monthly motivation was presented by Joe Kennedy and judged by Peter Kelly. The theme was 'Black & White - Open' and the entries can be viewed here
 Motivation Entry - Liepa by Anne Costello

Next month's motivation theme is 'Open (Colour or Black & White)'. Entries should be received by midnight on Tuesday 7th March. Links to enter will be on the forum.

Guest Speaker - Mick Bourke 
We were delighted to welcome Galway Camera Club members Mick Bourke and GCC club chairperson Des Glynn to the meeting. After the tea break, Mick gave a very interesting and enjoyable presentation of his excellent photography. 
He showed examples of his work which ranged from portraits, documentary, macro, still life, night photography, and Landscapes, with some interesting anecdotes behind the images and also insights into the preparation and planning he carries out before going on a shoot. 

Mick is running 'The Wild Atlantic Way Workshop" with John Mee on the 25th March for those who may be interested. We would like to sincerely thank Mick for his excellent presentation which was thoroughly enjoyed by all in attendance.


Monthly Photoshoot
This month we are running a creative photoshoot in St Josephs Resource Centre  at 8pm on Tuesday 28st February (next Tuesday). There will be 2 photography techniques demonstrated on the night, namely:
Take and process macro photographs (led by Martina Morris and Joe Kennedy)
Painting with Light (led by Jordan Cummins and Brian Munnelly)

Members should bring usual camera gear and a tripod. There will be a charge of €3 for room hire.

Our next meeting is on Tuesday, 14th March at 8pmin St. Josephs Resource Centre, Boyle. New members are always welcome.

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