This was another busy, full-schedule event which took place on the eve of the club's departure to Inishbofin for it's annual weekend photo shoot. There were a number of potential new members visiting for the first time. Phil and Rose, representatives from Mohill Camera Club, were also welcomed.
Straight to business with an overview of the Boyle Camera Club Members Forum. All members are advised to register and contribute to this lively space.
Tony Murphy delivered this month's presentation on the subject of lenses. Part one of a two-part series that addressed; focal length, lens types & categories and touched briefly on the value of specialist lenses like macro and tilt-shift. No doubt, this subject will need to be covered in greater depth at a later stage.
Motivation
This month's Motivation theme was Movement. Former club Chairperson, Sean O'Dowd judged and critiqued entries at the meeting. He rigidly adhered to the criteria prescribed for each category and put emphasis firstly on applying the rules and principles of photographic composition & treatment and on the other hand, commended those that understood these principles and had the courage to break them for creative and artistic intent. He commended members for their work and expressed the value of having a monthly Motivation and it's important contribution to helping members develop new skills and challenge their understanding of the craft of photography. Sean's results are listed below.
From top - Frances Farrell, Anthony Troy & Tony Murphy.
Beginners
- Anthony Troy - Destination Boyle
- May Costello - Ag Iascaireacht
- Susan Duffy - Moving
Intermediate
- Frances Farrell - Showing Off
- Paul Little - Splash
- Martina Morris - Speeding Boat
Advanced
- Tony Murphy - Crashing Wave
- Jason Mallard - Dizzy Rascal
- Joe Kennedy - Train
The theme for next month's Motivation is DOORS. Members are advised to be creative and inventive in their interpretation of the theme and think beyond the obvious! Have a look at some of the images in these related Flickr Groups.
Members should submit their photos to info@boylecameraclub.com on or before Friday 10th June.
Group Sessions
At this month's meeting, members split into groups to arrange a schedule for Group Specific Photo Shoots in the coming weeks. The schedule is as follows;
Beginners; Meet at the Gaelic Chieftain at 7.30pm on Tuesday 24th May. Everyone will need a tripod.
Intermediate; Meet at the Docking Area for Moon River (opposite the Landmark Hotel) Carrick-on-Shannon at 7.00pm on Thursday 19th May. Everyone will need a tripod.
Advanced; Meet at the St. Joseph's Resource Centre, Boyle for car-pool to Carrick-on-Shannon at 7.00pm on Thursday 19th May. A 'strobist' shoot is planned to take place on the boardwalk in front of the Landmark Hotel. Everyone will need a tripod and speedlight (radio-triggers optional). Members are advised to know in advance how to use their speedlights remotely (consult camera manual).
Other Issues
Next Club Meeting - Tuesday 14th June 8pm, St. Joseph's Resource Centre, Boyle. IPF Distinction group will meet Conor Dowling as usual before the meeting at 7pm.
Agenda will follow shortly.
Forum - Members that have not registered on the club forum are advised to do so. This is an opportunity for members to ask questions, exchange tips and useful information and express opinions on club and photography matters. Once registered, members will be notified via email of all comments and additions to forum topics. It is an excellent way to keep in touch and up to date with club activities. If you have something useful to say, say it THERE!
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