FOLLOW THE LIGHT TO SHARE NIGHT!
For Share night on the 26th of this month we have Colin Waddell who has always enjoyed photography and has had one camera or another since 1970.
In 2002 Colin became disabled which left him with a lot of time to start experimenting with photography which has led him to where his passion of long exposures lies.
He will be talking on how to take Light-trails with different exposures and will be demonstrating the art of Ghosting and will be seeking a model for this experiment.
Bring along pen and paper to write down some of the advice he has to offer.
There will be time for any questions you may have during his presentation which we are sure you will find most interesting.
BUT WAIT… THERE’S MORE!
Following on we have President Gerry showing how to use spot colour in your photos . This adds a very dramatic element to mono photos so why not come along and see how it’s done.
by Greg Larchin, August 21, 2020
Island Time!
Mark Sunday the 11th of October 2020 in your calendar now, and email Gerry to let him know you are free!
This will be a day on Bribie Island where we meet for morning tea (or coffee). There we will be divided into teams depending on the number of participants, to compete for Cherry Ripe prizes, making photos in response to the clues given to each team.
The first set of clues will have us exploring Woorim where we will meet for lunch, before travelling to Bellara to photograph the answers to more clues before finally finishing off with a shot of an iconic Sunshine Coast view over afternoon tea and heading home, doubtless tired but happy.
by Peter Hyndman, August 17, 2020
Results for competitions in August Digital
There were 9 entries that gained our highest award(s).
Members can view all images and comment on them by following this link
View / Comment entries in August Digital
click here to see a pdf catalog of all competition results
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Make my Day Annette Wood – 9 A Grade SetSubject Digital 
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Life in His Hands Bruce Atkinson – 8 A Grade SetSubject Digital 
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The Standoff Greg Larchin – 8 A Grade SetSubject Digital 
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Monsters in the Night Peter Hyndman – 8 B Grade SetSubject Digital 
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One Hit Wonder Ty David Bryan – 8 All Grades Art Photography Digital 
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Castle Couple Jeff Heck – 8 All Grades Art Photography Digital 
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Iconic Story Greg Larchin – 8 A Grade Open Digital 
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Taking risks Leith Morris – 8 A Grade Open Digital 
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Drink Station Jeff Heck – 8 B Grade Open Digital 
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by Bruce Atkinson, August 12, 2020
Some things to look forward to next year!
As outlined by our President Gerry at our Competition night this evening, we are introducing some significant changes for Club Competitions in the coming year:
MONOCHROME IS BACK!
Each month’s set subjects will be run both as colour and monochrome competitions, with the definition of monochrome as follows:
Monochrome
Any photograph containing shades of only one colour. If toning is carried out, it must be over the total photograph – unless otherwise expressly permitted for a particular competition, partial toning and/or the addition of one extra colour is not acceptable in a monochrome section.
ART BECOMES “CREATIVE PHOTOGRAPHY”.
The “Art” category remains with a new name and a more descriptive definition:
Creative Photography
Creative photography is an extension of conventional photography into creative art. Its purpose is to stimulate creative thoughts and encourage experimentation with new ideas going beyond a simple photograph.
There should be a significant photographic content, and inclusion of mixed media of any kind (photocopy, paint, transfer, digital etc.) is welcome. It can be a collage or a montage.
The final result must be all the photographer’s own work including the original image.
(NOTE – this definition is for CCG Competition only and differs significantly from “creative” definitions in other external competitions.)
SET SUBJECTS 2021:
2021 Set Subject definitions are always available for download on our website and may be found under the “INFORMATION FOR MEMBERS” link.
Or you can access them directly here:
by Peter Hyndman, August 12, 2020
It’s life, but not as we knew it!
Our next competition night is Wednesday 12th – just two nights away, and as previously advised we are trialling meeting in person at the Caloundra Bowls Club with a new spacious seating arrangement.
This will be a trial to see how we can manage compliance with the Covid 19 regulations for gatherings, so we do ask everyone to be patient as we feel our way through them. We understand that in the present circumstances not everyone will be comfortable attending, and we will certainly welcome any relevant comment or criticism before finalising our plans for the rest of the year’s meetings.
You can help by not coming if you have even the mildest symptoms of cold or flu or are feeling in any way unwell. If you have been to a Covid Hotspot in the last 14 days we’d appreciate it if you just don’t come this time either!
Sanitiser will be provided at the entry for your use on arrival, and you will be required to sign the attendance register before entering.
The room has been rearranged to comply with social distancing requirements – all seats will be 1.5 meters apart, so unless you are a couple you are asked to not move the chairs around.
Supper will be provided for you as usual, and you will have to serve yourself at the counter using disposable cups etc. No one will be permitted to enter the kitchen.
Before the meeting closes we request that you wipe over your chair with a sanitiser wipe (provided) before stacking it against the wall.
We thank you in advance for your understanding and cooperation, in these strange times.
Contrary to the advice of earlier today, which was sent in error, PRINT COMPETITIONS will not resume until we are satisfied that we can manage them in a safe manner and in compliance with the regulations.
by Peter Hyndman, August 10, 2020
Photography Course
| This course will be using you tube lessons as well as hands on tutorial. So have your camera near by. Lesson 1 | Lesson 4 | |
| Introduction | View Home Work | |
| Getting To Know Your Camera | Exposure Compensation | |
| Lenses | Understanding The Histogram | |
| Camera Exposure Modes | Zone Focus | |
| Camera Focus Modes | Ten Minute Discussion | |
| Tripod | Using Raw | |
| Ten Minute Discussion | Using Light | |
| Photography Foundations | ||
| Exposure Part 1 | Lesson 5 | |
| Lesson 2 | Composition | |
| Manual camera setting | Rule Of Thirds | |
| Exposure Value | Eye Travel | |
| Exposure Triangle | Leading Lines | |
| Aperture Priority | Ten Minute Discussion | |
| Shutter Priority | EV Test | |
| ISO | Ten Minute Discussion | |
| Changing The Camera Settings | The Master Landscape Painters | |
| Ten Minute Discussion | ||
| Automatic exposure modes | Workshop | |
| Taking Great Photographs | 3 hours taking photos with instruction | |
| Lesson 3 | Lesson 6 | |
| Depth Of Field | Check Photos taken | |
| Hypofocal Distance | Computer Programs | |
| DOF Table | Colour Enhancement | |
| Ten Minute Discussion | Cropping | |
| Take Photos Around your house etc | Ten Minute Discussion | |
| Use Camera in manual mode | Deleting Images | |
| Use Depth Of Field | Black & White converting images to B&W, | |
| Thomas Heaton Video | contrast, sepia | |
| 5 Ways I Approach Focusing | ||
| for Landscape Photography | ||
| Lynda DOF |
by Gerry Gibson, July 31, 2020
THE PRESIDENT’S TROPHY 2020
The 2020 President’s Trophy subject is:
“CREATIVE ARTISTRY OF THE FLOWER”
“I will be looking for an image of a single bloom, can be taken in the garden or in the bush even as a table top image.
Don’t hold back.
Use selective focus, use shading to control the light if in direct sunlight, may use a flash and reflectors, you could use material behind the flower of a complimentary colour to enhance the bloom, you could use textures over the flower, you could even use ICM.
There are many examples that are to be found on the net, one to look at is Kathleen Clemons, she is good.“
Gerry Gibson
If you haven’t visited our website for a while, you may not be aware that background information for this, and all annual trophies and awards may be found by following the “ANNUAL COMPETITIONS” below the
“MEMBERS” button used to enter competitions.
by Peter Hyndman, July 31, 2020
Photographic Course
We will begin this course on Wednesday the 5th of August.
After the initial lesson the timing of the course will be agreed to by the participants.
Included will be a outdoor workshop of 2-3 hours.
There will be no charge for this member only course, just be ready to learn.
This course will be conducted via Zoom with Greg Larchin and Gerry Gibson, guiding you through the course and answering any and all questions.
The classes are designed to be a beginners course and for those who have some photography knowledge and wish to learn more.
Each week of the course will be conducted via Zoom.
The 6 lessons will cover the the following topics and much more.
How to use your camera, Lens etc.
Exposure. depth of field.
Histogram.
Composition.
Computer.
For more details contact Greg, at greg.larchin@bigpond.com
or Gerry, at gg@gerrygibson.com.au
by Gerry Gibson, July 28, 2020
Australian Cup Results
With 67 camera clubs around Australia entered into the Australian Cup 2020, we are absolutely delighted to announce that we came in at 13 th place with a total of 399 points. The winning club was Australian Horizons with 427 points. Thanks to everyone whose images were selected to represent us. The catalog will be out later tonight and when it comes to hand it will be sent to you.
by Airlie Andrews, July 24, 2020
Bucket List INDIA
Are you Zooming in for Share Night on July 22nd?
Was India on your bucket list for a must see and now out of the question? All is not lost. Thanks to Helen, you can Zoom in with Darryl Meredith as he takes us on a journey throughout India next Wednesday evening at 7.00 pm from the comfort of your own home with some of his fabulous photos. When this pandemic is in our past and you want to get back out there this may well be the head start you need to plan an awesome deep delve into the fascinating colour and culture of India.
Don’t go away as after your cuppa we can learn how to benefit by using Leading Lines in our images with our very own Greg Larchin.
Don’t miss this information packed and entertaining share night. See you there!
by Greg Larchin, July 17, 2020
