PRINT LEAGUE ROUND THREE

Theme - Taken in Norfolk

DEADLINE FOR RECEIVING PDIs of PRINTS being entered is 7:00pm on SUNDAY 10th April 2024

ENTRIES (PRINTS) MUST BE HANDED IN ON OR BEFORE 7:00pm TUESDAY 23rd April 2024

The GENERAL COMPETITION RULES & CONDITIONS OF ENTRY for all NDPS competitions together with the specific Competition Rules and Conditions of Entry can be downloaded from the Members’ Area of the website and are effective from 1st September 2023.

About NDPS Photographic Competitions

Competitions have been an integral part of each season at NDPS for more than one hundred (100) years. The first recorded trophy ‘The Gurney Cup’ was first presented in 1909 for the best ‘local record photography’. ‘The Buston Cup’ first presented in 1929 for ‘landscape photography’ is the oldest trophy in use today for the same purpose and ‘The Phil Cooper Memorial Trophy’ first presented in 1978 is still today presented to the ‘Photographer of the Year’. In conclusion, photographic competitions have always been and will
continue to be essential part of the Society’s DNA.

SUNRISE SHOOT - Location to be confirmed

Depending on tide times this shoot could be moved to 15th October as very high tides are expected at this time of year.

The Landscape Group meets regularly throughout the year.  The exact location of the shoot is decided about four weeks beforehand so that we can consider the local tide times out on the coast and also the forecast weather conditions we are likely to encounter.  Even then sometimes things do not go to plan and the plans can change even in the last few hours before to meet time.  For that reason it is recommended that members check the website for any last minute changes before travelling.

Venue to be confirmed

About Tom’s Tours

Tom (Chairman of NDPS) regularly organises (at least once a month) shoots at locations that are of interest to photographers but in addition are often difficult to successfully capture either because getting good images is not possible without exclusive access as they are not normally open to the general public or because in normal circumstances photography is not allowed

Something slightly different this evening. Tonight we shall learn about a recent photographic project undertaken by a few NDPS members over a weekend in Cleethorpes and other locations in the Humberside area with Stewart Wall. Stewart who speaks next month before his workshop in Norwich the following day for NDPS members will also attend tonight’s meeting

TAKE THREE is an opportunity for three different members of the Society to give a short 20-25 minute talk about their own photography, an indspirational photographer, or a particaler photographic genre, skill or technique.

About Members’ Evenings
At the heart of Norwich & District Photographic Society are the activities that engage the membership and provide opportunities to feed their passion for photography. Whether learning a new technique, taking a photograph for a photographic competition or assignment, attending a photo-shoot and sharing their knowledge with other members, the Society provides a framework for members to be involved in all aspects of photography on a regular basis.

This event has been moved to the reserve date of 14th April due to forecast weather conditions on the original date. Again, for flying - no rain and light winds, has to be confirmed a few days beforehand. If again on the 14th April and we have to cancel the event we shall try again when more stable weather is likely. Please reserve Sunday 16th June just in case.

Graeme Taplin - the NDPS President, has been a CAA accredited commercial drone operator since 2016 and is the director, pilot and photographer at Drone Photography Ltd.

Graeme has kindly offered to run a workshop for NDPS members, aimed at experienced and beginner drone pilots. To be held on Sunday 7th April.

During the workshop, he will give a demonstration of the various drones he operates, and offer some tuition to those who want it.

Graeme has arranged a Norfolk farmland location to fly the drones over open land. It's easily accessible and away from any obstructions such as crowds of people, main roads and buildings.

This workshop is the ideal opportunity for those members who already operate one, to get together to 'talk drones'. In addition, members who are thinking of buying a drone may find it useful to see what it's all about and learn more from experienced pilots and photographers. Coffee, Tea and Refreshments will be provided at the end of the workshop.

A Pictorialist Group Shoot at Felbrigg Hall.

On Saturday 13th April at 11:00 am we will gather in the car park outside the entrance to the walled garden.

It’s home to a 17th century hall, a walled garden and 380 acres of woodland.

At 1:00pm we will meet back at the Squire’s Pantry for a spot of lunch and to compare notes.

The Felbrigg Hall website can be found here https://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/norfolk/felbrigg-hall-gardens-and-estate

A map of Felbrigg Estate can be found here https://nt.global.ssl.fastly.net/binaries/content/assets/website/national/regions/norfolk/places/felbrigg-hall-gardens-and-estate/pdf/felbrigg-hall-gardens-and-estate-map.pdf

The entry cost is £12 or £13.50 with gift aid and £5 for the car park. Entry and parking are free for National Trust members.

There is an NDPS charge to attend the shoot of £1.00 payable to the event leader on the day

Gillian Allard has been involved in photography for many years, so we asked her to explore in a illustrated photo-talk how both her creativity and approach to making photographs has evolved in a way that is inspiring and is an entertaining experience for NDPS members.

Gillian has called her talk tonight Through the Looking Glass -  the talk will, however, be in some ways be retrospective and will explore how our creativity evolves with us and the how relationship between all facets of our experience is a part of our life 'through the lens’.

Gillian Allard is a photographic artist and educator based in Suffolk, UK. She studied Photojournalism at the London College of Printing in 1988, going on to work as a freelance photographer. In 1990 Gillian began studying  for her Masters at the Royal College of Art, graduating with a Distinction. In 2017 Gillian won Sky Arts, Master of Photography, an 8 week television contest based in Rome.

During lockdown Gillian worked on a portfolio of colour landscape photographs entitled Close to Home and further developed the process of printing photographs and archival imagery onto alternative surfaces such as wood, concrete and flint. 

Gillian Allard is a photographic artist and educator based in Suffolk, UK. She studied Photojournalism at the London College of Printing in 1988, going on to work as a freelance photographer. In 1990 Gillian began studying  for her Masters at the Royal College of Art, graduating with a Distinction. In 2017 Gillian won Sky Arts, Master of Photography, an 8 week television contest based in Rome.

During lockdown Gillian worked on a portfolio of colour landscape photographs entitled Close to Home and further developed the process of printing photographs and archival imagery onto alternative surfaces such as wood, concrete and flint. 

Every month at Norwich and District Photographic Society there is the opportunity to hear inspirational photographic talks by photographers who are recognised to be at the top of their game and renowned specialists in their field of photography. The quality and range of subjects included in these Special Presentations are we believe unequalled both here in Norfolk and much further afield. Further, arguably alone they more than justify the cost of becoming a member of the Society.

The annual programme for the 2021-2022 Season that begins in September and runs through to the end of June 2023 is well advanced and has been designed to offer a broad range of excellent speakers who will cover, as in past seasons, a far reaching range of photographic genre.

Members of the Society are normally able to attend Special Presentations free of charge. However, NON-MEMBERS wanting to attend a Special Presentation can usually purchase a guest ticket prior to the event. Guest tickets (subject to availability) must be purchased in advance and are only available from our ticketing partner Eventbrite.co.uk.
Please note the ticket office for each individual presentation is not open until approximately ONE month prior to the date of the presentation when all arrangements for the evening have been agreed and confirmed between the presenter and the Society.

Our model for tonight is Estelle Long who is a very versatile model and a regular visitor to NDPS - The cost of the shoot is £5 payable on the night or by bank transfer beforehand to the Society’s account.

Reserve your place when the booking system opens at 12 noon on Wednesday 3rd April 2024

The Group is currently meeting at the Old Courthouse in Blofield. Meeings begin at 7:00pm to set up the studio equipment and the shoot starts at 7:30pm. There is a fee to participate in Studio shoots (normally £10 payable on the night or by bank transfer beforehand to the Society’s account)

An exclusive visit to the Sainsbury Centre, UEA, Norwich to included access to the Crescent Wing of the building with its beautiful light.

There is also access to the museum and to the current exhibition 'Deep Fake'.

The museum has a café and a restaurant and outside the world famous Norman Foster building there is the sculptor park which includes some recent artworks.

We have agreed to pay the museum £5 per head and there is in addition the usual £1 to cover NDPS administration costs.

About Tom’s Tours

Tom (Chairman of NDPS) regularly organises (at least once a month) shoots at locations that are of interest to photographers but in addition are often difficult to successfully capture either because getting good images is not possible without exclusive access as they are not normally open to the general public or because in normal circumstances photography is not allowed

Recently, 4 NDPS members have been working with the Big C charity including photographing their ‘Strictly’ evening. In the first half of tonight’s meeting the members involved will talk about the Big C’s project and share/talk about the images they captured.
After the break David Turner will share the 15 photographs that led recently to him being awarded his ARPS distinction.

TAKE THREE is an opportunity for three different members of the Society to give a short 25 minute talk about their own photography, an indspirational photographer, or a particaler photographic genre, skill or technique.

At the heart of Norwich & District Photographic Society are the activities that engage the membership and provide opportunities to feed their passion for photography. Whether learning a new technique, taking a photograph for a photographic competition or assignment, attending a photo-shoot and sharing their knowledge with other members, the Society provides a framework for members to be involved in all aspects of photography on a regular basis.

This talk comes with an artistic approach to photography, stepping out of the club mainstream.  Along with individual images we see motivational benefits of working with Projects, Sets and Groups of images Most of Jonathan’s work is created using "in camera" techniques and the focus of the evening is about "Thinking Inside The Box".  The talk is primarily a print talk but presented via PowerPoint with 60 prints to display in the evening.  Jonathan looks forward to welcoming you to the world of Visual Art.

Guest Tickets will not be available for this event.

About NDPS Special Presentations

Every month at Norwich and District Photographic Society there is the opportunity to hear inspirational photographic talks by photographers who are recognised to be at the top of their game and renowned specialists in their field of photography. The quality and range of subjects included in these Special Presentations are we believe unequalled both here in Norfolk and much further afield. Further, arguably alone they more than justify the cost of becoming a member of the Society.

The annual programme for the 2021-2022 Season that begins in September and runs through to the end of June 2023 is well advanced and has been designed to offer a broad range of excellent speakers who will cover, as in past seasons, a far reaching range of photographic genre.

Members of the Society are normally able to attend Special Presentations free of charge. However, NON-MEMBERS wanting to attend a Special Presentation can usually purchase a guest ticket prior to the event. Guest tickets (subject to availability) must be purchased in advance and are only available from our ticketing partner Eventbrite.co.uk.
Please note the ticket office for each individual presentation is not open until approximately ONE month prior to the date of the presentation when all arrangements for the evening have been agreed and confirmed between the presenter and the Society.

The March Landscape Group Shoot will take place at Brancaster Staithe on the Norfolk Coast. With high tide approximately 45 minutes after sunrise this is a good opportunity to get water under the boats that are moored with hopefully the sunrising behind them.

Burnham Overy Staithe is on the North Norfolk coast nearly 5 miles west of Wells-next-the Sea on the A149. When you reach (travelling from Wells) East Harbour Way is on the right, opposite the Hero pub.
The Landscape Group meets regularly throughout the year.  The exact location of the shoot is decided about four weeks beforehand so that we can consider the local tide times out on the coast and also the forecast weather conditions we are likely to encounter.  Even then sometimes things do not go to plan and the plans can change even in the last few hours before to meet time.  For that reason it is recommended that members check the website for any last minute changes before travelling.

DIGITAL LEAGUE ROUND FOUR

Theme - Colours

ENTRIES (PDIs) MUST BE RECEIVED BY 7:00pm on SUNDAY 10th March 2024

The GENERAL COMPETITION RULES & CONDITIONS OF ENTRY for all NDPS competitions together with the specific Competition Rules and Conditions of Entry can be downloaded from the Members’ Area of the website and are effective from 1st September 2023.

About NDPS Photographic Competitions

Competitions have been an integral part of each season at NDPS for more than one hundred (100) years. The first recorded trophy ‘The Gurney Cup’ was first presented in 1909 for the best ‘local record photography’. ‘The Buston Cup’ first presented in 1929 for ‘landscape photography’ is the oldest trophy in use today for the same purpose and ‘The Phil Cooper Memorial Trophy’ first presented in 1978 is still today presented to the ‘Photographer of the Year’. In conclusion, photographic competitions have always been and will
continue to be essential part of the Society’s DNA.

The workshop will take place in Neatishead New Victory village hall.

The objective of the workshop is to learn the basic skills of bookmaking while making a simple concertina book. For those who attended the first workshop we will build on that to develop more sophisticated bo

A visit to Norfolk & Suffolk Aviation Museum, Flixton

The Norfolk and Suffolk Aviation Museum is a museum collection of aircraft and aviation-related artefacts, located near the former RAF Bungay airfield in Flixton in the north of the English county of Suffolk.

Entry to the Museum is free but donations are requested.

Please note this Tom's Tour in being held on a Saturday due to the restricted opening times operated by the Museum.

About Tom’s Tours

Tom (Chairman of NDPS) regularly organises (at least once a month) shoots at locations that are of interest to photographers but in addition are often difficult to successfully capture either because getting good images is not possible without exclusive access as they are not normally open to the general public or because in normal circumstances photography is not allowed

Topic - To be confirmed

At the heart of Norwich & District Photographic Society are the activities that engage the membership and provide opportunities to feed their passion for photography. Whether learning a new technique, taking a photograph for a photographic competition or assignment, attending a photo-shoot and sharing their knowledge with other members, the Society provides a framework for members to be involved in all aspects of photography on a regular basis.

A Pictorialist Group Shoot at Taverham Mill.

On Saturday 9th March at 11:00 am we will gather outside Taverham Mill visitor centre.

It’s a 100 acre nature reserve with four lakes an old weir and a mill pond with abundant wildlife, so plenty to photograph!

The Taverham Mill website can be found here https://anglianwaterparks.co.uk/taverham-mill

At 1:00pm we will meet back at the visitor centre for a spot of lunch and to compare notes.

The entry cost is £5.

There is an NDPS charge to attend the shoot of £1.00 payable to the event leader on the day

Dave Morris is a highly-skilled, innovative photographer who lives in Cromer. His work is exhibited in many widely-respected national and international galleries. He trained in Graphic Design at Hull College of Art in the early seventies. Morris confesses that the course was alright but his time there seemed to be more about drinking and parties than serious learning. He eventually graduated knowing more about photography than Graphic Design.

After a working life comprising jobs in Art Direction and Creative Advertising, he concentrated on developing his inherent flair for photographic expression. His work is an eclectic mix of styles ranging from monochromes to infrared; portraits to street photographs, and fantasy to the pure and heavily manipulated image.

Dave Morris has photographed Artisans in the Cotswolds; The Crab Fishermen of Cromer, idiosyncratic human life in the bars of European cities; The Hippodrome Circus, Dancers on Cromer beach, the Household Cavalry and latterly a series of portraits in Churches for a project on Spirituality.

Join Dave Morris to hear of his forays into photography, which he defines as subject matter he’s firstly attracted to and then whether he can make any money out of it…!

Our model for tonight is Clara Sinclair who some members may know by her previous modelling name Gemma Marie - The cost of the shoot is £5 payable on the night or by bank transfer beforehand to the Society’s account

The Group is currently meeting at the Old Courthouse in Blofield. Meeings begin at 7:00pm to set up the studio equipment and the shoot starts at 7:30pm. There is a fee to participate in Studio shoots (normally £10 payable on the night or by bank transfer beforehand to the Society’s account)

A talk by Peter Benson FRPS MCrGP AWPF CPAGB BPE3* called “Photography on the Dark Side - the Gateway to Urban Nightscape Photography.” This online event is being shared with Sheffield Photographic Society.

About NDPS Special Presentations

Every month at Norwich and District Photographic Society there is the opportunity to hear inspirational photographic talks by photographers who are recognised to be at the top of their game and renowned specialists in their field of photography. The quality and range of subjects included in these Special Presentations are we believe unequalled both here in Norfolk and much further afield. Further, arguably alone they more than justify the cost of becoming a member of the Society.

The annual programme for the 2021-2022 Season that begins in September and runs through to the end of June 2023 is well advanced and has been designed to offer a broad range of excellent speakers who will cover, as in past seasons, a far reaching range of photographic genre.

Members of the Society are normally able to attend Special Presentations free of charge. However, NON-MEMBERS wanting to attend a Special Presentation can usually purchase a guest ticket prior to the event. Guest tickets (subject to availability) must be purchased in advance and are only available from our ticketing partner Eventbrite.co.uk.
Please note the ticket office for each individual presentation is not open until approximately ONE month prior to the date of the presentation when all arrangements for the evening have been agreed and confirmed between the presenter and the Society.

Topic - Model evening with Hayley from Hayley Bird Art and her friend Autumn Hughes.

This is an opportunity for members to try their hand at Studio Photography - don’t forget to bring your camera. For those who have little or no experience don’t worry there will be help on hand to help you get a few shots.

At the heart of Norwich & District Photographic Society are the activities that engage the membership and provide opportunities to feed their passion for photography. Whether learning a new technique, taking a photograph for a photographic competition or assignment, attending a photo-shoot and sharing their knowledge with other members, the Society provides a framework for members to be involved in all aspects of photography on a regular basis.

SUNRISE SHOOT - THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED DUE TO EXPECTED EXTREME WEATHER CONDITIONS.

The Met Office has issued a severe weather warning for Norfolk and Suffolk this weekend During Saturday clouds will quickly build and rain and strong winds will arrive overnight. The situation is not forecast to clear until Sunday afternoon as the clouds travel eastwards. The Met Office has told people to expect flooding of some homes, roads and businesses, interruptions to power supplies and delays to bus and train services while the warning is in place this weekend.

A yellow warning for rain was also in place last weekend, leading to floods being seen across the county. Some roads remain impassable with floods of up to 1.38m deep.

If people do decide to venture out alone take care and we will try to add an additional shoot in the coming weeks

The Landscape Group meets regularly throughout the year.  The exact location of the shoot is decided about four weeks beforehand so that we can consider the local tide times out on the coast and also the forecast weather conditions we are likely to encounter.  Even then sometimes things do not go to plan and the plans can change even in the last few hours before to meet time.  For that reason it is recommended that members check the website for any last minute changes before travelling.

A visit to the International Boatbuilding Training College Lowestoft.
(their website: www.ibtc.co.uk/)

Situated in the coastal town of Lowestoft, perched on the edge of The Broads the IBTC is ideally placed to promote the craft of boatbuilding. The college sits on the northern shore of Lake Lothing, the tidal reach of the river Waveney, depicted in Ted Frost’s book “From Tree To Sea”, which chronicles the building of a wooden steam fishing boat.

An award-winning college, IBTC offers a variety of boatbuilding/maintenance and woodworking courses suitable for both those looking for a career in the industry as well as individuals wanting to develop existing interests and skills or develop new ones.

A £5 DONATION PER PERSON HAS BEEN AGREED.

Note the change of date to THURSDAY 15 FEBRUARY - the request of the venue

About Tom’s Tours

Tom (Chairman of NDPS) regularly organises (at least once a month) shoots at locations that are of interest to photographers but in addition are often difficult to successfully capture either because getting good images is not possible without exclusive access as they are not normally open to the general public or because in normal circumstances photography is not allowed

PRINT LEAGUE ROUND TWO

Theme - Urban Jungle

DEADLINE FOR RECEIVING PDIs of PRINTS being entered is 7:00pm on SUNDAY 4th February 2024

ENTRIES (PRINTS) MUST BE HANDED IN ON OR BEFORE 7:00pm TUESDAY 13th February 2024

The GENERAL COMPETITION RULES & CONDITIONS OF ENTRY for all NDPS competitions together with the specific Competition Rules and Conditions of Entry can be downloaded from the Members’ Area of the website and are effective from 1st September 2023.

About NDPS Photographic Competitions

Competitions have been an integral part of each season at NDPS for more than one hundred (100) years. The first recorded trophy ‘The Gurney Cup’ was first presented in 1909 for the best ‘local record photography’. ‘The Buston Cup’ first presented in 1929 for ‘landscape photography’ is the oldest trophy in use today for the same purpose and ‘The Phil Cooper Memorial Trophy’ first presented in 1978 is still today presented to the ‘Photographer of the Year’. In conclusion, photographic competitions have always been and will
continue to be essential part of the Society’s DNA.

A Pictorialist Group Shoot at Great Yarmouth.

Please note that these are new details that supercede those previously advertised.

On Saturday 10th February at 11:00 am we will gather outside the Kingsgate Community Church near the newly opened Herring Bridge.

We can discuss exactly where we go and the order when we meet, but a walk over the bridge will bring us to the gas works and the old Royal Naval Hospital.

Staying on the east of the river could take us along to the old mud banks and fish wharves of Gorleston. So, please wear boots and clothes that can survive the muddiness!

We could even do both and fit some lunch in half way through!

Topic - ON DARTMOOR - A photographic journey across the landscape of Dartmoor with Professional Photographer Brian Northmore

In tonights talk Brian will explain how Dartmoor has been and will forever remain a special place and how it has been instrumental in developing his own photography. During his talk he will take you all on this journey. A journey across the landscape and how his photography has changed

At the heart of Norwich & District Photographic Society are the activities that engage the membership and provide opportunities to feed their passion for photography. Whether learning a new technique, taking a photograph for a photographic competition or assignment, attending a photo-shoot and sharing their knowledge with other members, the Society provides a framework for members to be involved in all aspects of photography on a regular basis.

Tonight we have a duo-shoot being organised by Hayley Bird with Autumn Hughes who will be visiting NDPS for the first time.

Expect Hayley to come up with one of her creative styles for tonight's shoot.

Attendance is being restricted to FIVE (5) members at a cost of £10 each - payment can be paid on the night by cash.

The Group is currently meeting at the Old Courthouse in Blofield. Meeings begin at 7:00pm to set up the studio equipment and the shoot starts at 7:30pm. There is a fee to participate in Studio shoots (normally £10 payable on the night or by bank transfer beforehand to the Society’s account)

TAKE THREE is an opportunity for three different members of the Society to give a short 25 minute talk about their own photography, an indspirational photographer, or a particular photographic genre, skill or technique.

About Members’ Evenings
At the heart of Norwich & District Photographic Society are the activities that engage the membership and provide opportunities to feed their passion for photography. Whether learning a new technique, taking a photograph for a photographic competition or assignment, attending a photo-shoot and sharing their knowledge with other members, the Society provides a framework for members to be involved in all aspects of photography on a regular basis.

The next Landscape Group Shoot will take place at Covehithe, Suffolk.

Meet near the the Church of St. Andrew by 6:50am at the latest. This will allow sufficient time to walk to the beach for sunrise…! The nearest SATNAV postcode is NR34 7JW

As you approach the church there is a sharp righthand turn (130m from the church). Turn here and park off the on-road on the righthand side of the lane. Please be aware that parking in the small layby outside the church is strictly limited to 2 hours and even early in the morning there is the possibility of collecting a fine if you park for too long.

Suffolk Council’s website confirms on-road parking is available as stated above and asks visitors to please respect the environment and locals who live nearby.

An exclusive visit to the workshop of the North Norfolk Railway at Weybourne Station

 An opportunity to photograph static machinery and locomotives in the sheds and yards.

 Please make sure that you wear suitable footwear as areas are uneven and likely to be quite slippery. The visit will be accompanied by Mr Laurie Ling, who is Volunteer and Stations Coordinator at North Norfolk Railway.

The North Norfolk Railway (NNR) – also known as the "Poppy Line" – is a five and a quarter mile (8.4 km) heritage steam railway running between the towns of Sheringham and Holt. The North Norfolk Railway is owned and operated as a private company originally called Central Norfolk Enterprises Limited. The line once formed part of the Midland and Great Northern Joint Railway's Melton Constable to Cromer Beach branch line. The first section, from Melton to Holt, was opened on 1 October 1884. After a suspension of work, the Holt to Cromer section of line was completed by direct labour and opened on 16 June 1887.

 We have agreed to pay £10 per head - please bring cash with you.

About Tom’s Tours

Tom (Chairman of NDPS) regularly organises (at least once a month) shoots at locations that are of interest to photographers but in addition are often difficult to successfully capture either because getting good images is not possible without exclusive access as they are not normally open to the general public or because in normal circumstances photography is not allowed