Boyle Camera Club - AGM - 8th October 2008

The Club’s first AGM will take place on Wednesday, October 8th. Please note the change of time and venue: 8pm in the Moving Stairs (in the Crescent, Boyle). All members should try to be there. Your annual subscription will be due then (€50 per year, €30 concession). Members will elect a new committee and hear about the club’s illustrious first year and its plans for the future.

Full Agenda to be posted shortly

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Photo-Shoot planned for Castlecoote - 5th October

There is a club Photo-Shoot planned for Sunday, October 5th to Castlecoote House, near Roscommon Town. This has been arranged by member Dan Lonergan, who has fixed it for us to have free reign to take photographs both inside this recently restored grand house, and outside in the landscaped gardens.
These club outings offer a great opportunity for members to get to know each other, to swap information and news – and to pick up tips from the more experienced photographers there.

We will meet in the Crescent, Boyle (by the Clock Tower) at 1.30pm. If there is enough interest, we may hire a bus; otherwise we will car-share.

IF YOU WOULD LIKE US TO HIRE A BUS, PLEASE LET CLUB SECRETARY LOUISE COLE (086 0814683) KNOW BY 5PM ON FRIDAY OCTOBER 3RD.

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Debbie Little wins Sligo Park Hotel Photographic Competition 2008

Lee Kidney, Chairman of Lee Hotels and Isobel Cassidy from Lissadell House with Peter Wilcock, photo-journalist, making a presentation to Debbie Little for winning the Sligo Park Hotel Photographic Competition 2008.
Photo courtesy of James Connolly

Boyle Camera Club wish to congratulate Debbie for her achievement amidst tough competition in this prestigious photographic event. The splendid photo, 'Wildflowers', was captured among the meadows at Lissadell House, Sligo, earlier this year. Her photo also featured in the Boyle Camera Club Photo Exhibition at King House in July. Debbie received a prize of €1,000.00 which she claims will be invested in a new camera. Well done Debbie!


Debbie Little - Wildflowers 2008

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Camera Club Meeting - 10th September 2008

John Reynolds - Tranquility

This was the final Meeting of the Club's Calendar Year and was, as ever, very well attended. The agenda included an excellent presentation by local photographer John Reynolds. John spoke about his life and work as a photographer with particular emphasis on the journey he took from being an enthusiast to becoming a professional. Johns portraits and landscapes convey a great understanding of his craft and sensitivity towards his subjects. Boyle Camera Club are delighted to count John as one of our most experienced members.
The meeting also consisted of a number of slide presentations which included the club's recent photoshoot to Strokestown House and September Motivation - all prepared by Ben Millett.

Members were informed of the club's forthcoming AGM which will take place on Wednesday 8th of October - more details will follow in advance of this very important event.
Additional information concerning the September Meeting is available in the MINUTES which are prepared by Club Secretary; Louise Cole.

The Motivation League for 2007 - 2008 can be viewed HERE. The Motivation Awards for 2007 - 2008 will be presented to the winners in each category at the AGM. Members should note that a new Motivation League will commence with this months theme - ABSTRACT and PATTERN. Club Motivation Secretary, Ben Millett, presented and discussed some images on this subject at the meeting. Members may review some of the images in the following areas to get ideas for submissions.

Abstract and Pattern 1.
Abstract and Pattern 2.

Review the revised MOTIVATION RULES.

Motivation Entries submitted on or before 3rd October to info@boylecameraclub.com

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Food For Thought - Motivation September 2008

Photos for the September Motivation League, Food For Thought are compiled. Members can view entries in advance of next Wednesdays Club Meeting HERE.

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September Photo-shoot at Strokestown House and Elphin

Boyle Camera Club Members at Strokestown House, Co. Roscommon.

Once again the weather was on our side for yet another successful Club Photoshoot. The event was organised by club members Dan Lonergan and Margie Dunne. 19 members gathers in Boyle and regrouped at the Windmill in Elphin. The club received a guided tour and were given free reign to examine the many artefacts and exhibits with their camera lenses.
The club then visited the House and Gardens at Strokestown. Blessed with good weather, it was a splendid opportunity to polish-up on macro skills. The knowledgable staff led members through the house which was a visual feast for interior photography.
Members collectively produced a very fine portfolio of images which can be viewed HERE.

Boyle Camera Club would like to sincerely thank the management and staff at Elphin Windmill and Strokestown House for allowing members a great opportunity to visit and photograph these exemplary Irish Heritage sites.


Macro Master - Peter Boalch in Action.

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Club Meeting - Wednesday 10th September

The next Meeting of Boyle Camera Club will take place on Wednesday 10th September at 7.30pm in King House, Boyle. As usual, a full agenda has been prepared. This is a special occasion as it marks the final meeting of the clubs calendar year ... it seems such a short time ago since we all got together on that first night back in October last year! A lot of water under the bridge since then my friends.

Members are reminded that submissions for this month's Motivation, 'Food For Thought", are due this Friday 5th. Entries to info@boylecameraclub.com.

Could members interested in attending the Photoshoot this Sunday 7th to Strokestown House, please contact Louise ASAP to book a place (details below).

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Nature Based Photography Weekend in Wicklow

ExploreLight photographers Ed and Peter Gordon, will be running Two nature based photography workshops in County Wicklow from September 20-21 and 27-28. The only major requirement for attendance is a digital or film SLR and a tripod. The workshops will focus on landscape photography and nature based abstracts. Its a great chance to learn some new technical skills and be brought to some great locations. Follow the link below for further information.

Explorelight Photography Workshops 2008

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Club Members Photoshoot - Strokestown House

The Kitchen at Strokestown House

A Club outing/photoshoot has been arranged by Dan Lonergan for Sunday, September 7th. This will be to the Famine Museum and grounds of Strokestown House and may or may not include a tour of the House. We plan to stop off on the way home at the Windmill in Elphin. Às always, because of insurance issues, this is a Members-Only event. Meet at the Crescent in Boyle at 8.30am.

We plan to take a mini-bus/coach, so please let Club Secretary Louise Cole (086 0814683) know if you will be attending! The cost will be €10 each.

The Windmill at Elphin

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