F.D.C.C. News and Events.

Deal vs Faversham Battle

2012-02-09T09:36:00.000Z

Well it was a great battle last night, big thanks for Deal CC for coming down and also to the Judge Richard Walton for doing a difficult but excellent job as always.

Print Scores
Deal = 178 Faversham = 173

DPI
Deal = 177 Faversham = 181

Total
Deal = 355 Faversham = 354

Well done to Deal CC. it was a close Battle with excellent quality work entered from both clubs.

Tonight's Battle

2012-02-08T11:36:00.001Z

Tonights Battle is still set to take place.

Roads are clear and access to carpark and hall is ok.

Please check twitter, Facebook, Forum, Blog, Email for updates later on if circumstances change.

2012-02-01T22:35:00.002Z

Battle Faversham vs HerneBay

2011-11-23T23:00:00.001Z

Well it was a great battle very close. There was 2 points between the two clubs at half time.

The stand in Judge Richard Walton FRPS did a fantastic job, as usual a great judge and t battle judging, very fair with comments and scores.

Hernebay: Prints = 176, Dpi = 176, Total = 352

Faversham: Prints = 178, Dpi = 179, Total = 357

A WIN for Faversham

A big thank you to Hernebay for coming down and taking part. I/we hope we can arrange a rematch for next season. I will be in touch.

Kevin

2011-11-20T07:41:00.002Z

Hi to all,

Just to let you know, should you be interested in Portraiture, and after talking with Joby the proprietor at Silverponds Studio Ashford...http://www.silverpondstudios.co.uk/

Joby has come up with a package where different lighting techniques are demonstrated, this will be held at his studio, and involves, Joby teaching, full studio facilities, a model, the cost for a 2.5 hour session is £60.00 per person, with 5 people on the course.

If you want more details give Joby a call and tell him your a member of Faversham Camera Club.

Regards

Bob

First Monthly Projected Digital Image Compertition

2011-11-10T13:40:00.000Z

Well Last night was the first of our Projected Digital Image Competitions for the season.

We had a great turn out of images from new and old members, Totalling 55 images and might I say all of quite a high standard even at this early stage of the season.

Our Judge was Malcolm Hardie from the AG Mono Camera Club. A big well done to him for judging such a hard competition and for the great comments and improvements he suggested throughout the night.

A wide range of scores were used which makes a pleasant change although not to all obviously. But to end up with 4 20 point images, can't be a bad sign of how our members are developing.

We have a home Battle with Herne bay in two weeks times so judging by our last two internal comps this should be an interesting Battle.

Kevin

Ross Cup 2011

2011-10-29T22:24:00.001+01:00

Well what a great Ross Cup this year.

1st place Tonbridge 138 points
2nd place Ashford 137 points
2nd place Faversham 137 points

Whitstable Shore - Keith Pearmine - 17 Points
Steal from the poor, Give to the rich - David Gethin Merit, 20 Points, Commented
Tripple Crossing - David Gethin - 15 Points
Burrowing Owl - Kevin Rook - 18 Points
Four Mation - Kevin Rook - 17 Points
Braving the Elements - Richard Brown - Merit, 20 Points, Commented
Barn Owl Hunting - Robert Connelly CPAGB - 17 Points
Monument Valley - Robin Warren - 13 points

Well Done Faversham!! And all the over clubs who entered it was a great turn out.

Club Shirts

2011-10-26T22:34:00.002+01:00

The cost of a Club Shirt including embroidered logo is £12.75.........

12th October Practical Night

2011-10-10T13:53:00.001+01:00

Don't forget this week is another portrait practical night.

2 setups will be organised. 1 studio lights setup like last time. And the other will be speed light flash photography. (clip on flashgun's) etc

So bring your camera's along, charge your batteries including AA's and don't forget to bring your flashgun's if you have them.

Kevin

Dave Masons flickr

2011-10-05T23:12:00.000+01:00

2011-09-29T16:45:00.003+01:00

Reference Scott Kelby's video, take a looksee at his second shot.

House roof's to left & Right, trees nearly growing out of models head.

The top of the white wall behind model, cuts right through her eye line.

Scott should have looked to his left, plain white wall, would have gone nice with her whiteish dress, or sat her on the grass and used the shrubbery as a backdrop.

Tips courtesy of FDCC (Bob)

Check your Backgrounds!!!

2011-09-28T23:13:00.000+01:00

Three Tips by Scott Kelby from Manfrotto on Vimeo.

Chris Shore "what judges like"

2011-09-21T23:26:00.001+01:00

Well what a great night that was, it's always great to have Chris down whether he's judging or giving a talk.

We all hope tonight explained to the newer members what makes a good print/competition photo and some do's and don'ts.

Like a no no to masking tape. I'll admit it was one of my first mounts shown. Shortly after I moved over to using full size backing boards like the club are offering and using double sided tape. I use 2" tape from local craft shops or even wilkinsons.
Another tip I learnt early on by trial and error was not to put a thin cross of masking tape on the back of the print. As this shows through something rotten even on a black image.

I also enjoyed chris's explanation of photo ethics and slowing your self down to concentrate on the photo your taking. If you do spend a little more time on thinking about the photo in hand it really will come out better. Even high speed motors sports. In stead of taking 50 or 60 ok photos of a car or bike with a big blue banner in the side of shot. Walk a few steps round the corner to either miss the banner altogether or include it and and use a wider Fstop to produce a shallower Depth of Field to gently blur it out.

Law of averages dictates the more photos you take you are likely to get a few good photos. But are they just flooks or lucky shots. Quiet likely. Will you have learnt or understood why that photo worked better than the others? Likely hood they will all be taken at similar settings so are more down to good timing or interesting subject.

The more you can learn about your camera, the buttons, Fstops, Shutter speeds. The more you learn about taking good photos.

Controlling the Depth of Field to separate subject from it's surroundings is very simple once you start to understand what a wider Fstop does to your photo. And a fast shutter speed for freezing a motorbike at 120 miles an hour to a slow shutter speed for producing a silky smooth sea even on the roughest of days.

Set your camera up on a tripod aimed at a table with 2 apples on the table say a foot in front of each other but to the side of the front apple. Now take several photos of this setup using the long end of say a standard kit lens. 28-80 or 18-55 so that's the (80mm or 55mm) focus on the first apple nearest you for all shots but for every photo change the Fstop starting as low as your lens allows. Some maybe 2.8 but generally 5.6 then move to 6.3, 7.1, 8, 9, 10, 11, right up to 32.
Now compare you lowest Fstop photo to the highest Fstop on you computer and see how at f32 both apples are sharp but at f5.6 the first apple is sharp but the second is blurred.

Then compare the difference between each Fstop. If you can remember this when your out taking photos you can create more dynamic photos or as Chris said about his aliens photo. A photo from nothing.

Have a play with your camera and different settings read your manuals for explanations of what settings or buttons do. It's a big help.

But most of all take photos you like and not what people tell you to take.

Once again a big thank you for chris's time and knowledge. No doubt we will see him again this season as a judge. And next for another talk.

Kevin

Welcome to FDCC all new members

2011-09-15T08:09:00.001+01:00

Hi,

Just want to a say a big warm Welcome to all the new faces turning up Wednesday evening.

we all hope your liking what you see. and feel welcomed.

There is a lot of information being thrown at you for the first 2 nights about competitions as these are what the clubs are based around.
Their is no commitment to enter if you so wish no to. we just need to get across the standards required as in a few weeks will be the first
comp.

Don't worry if you haven't got any photos yet as we have a club practical night on the 28th Sept. 2 Models and full studio lighting.

For any News about FDCC please check either the News blog"here" the Forum " or Twitter @FavCC

any questions ask any member at club. especially the committee members if its about the club. ideas\ suggestions\questions, or Post on the Forum or twitter. these are all here to help us communicate 24/7

Once again from Me "Kevin" the Committee "Greg, Richard C, Tim, Robin, Tony, Myself, Patrica, David, Richard B, Leanda, Jenny" and all the FDCC Members a big warm welcome and see you next week.

Kev

New Season 2011/2012

2011-09-14T09:38:00.001+01:00

Well what a great night last week... a very busy night with lots of faces, some new some old.

So a big welcome to all the new faces, hope to get to know you all soon and that you enjoy being a part of "FDCC".

So it looks like we will have a packed season ahead with lots to do.

Please keep an eye on our website. the Forum and News blog will have the most up to date news and information.
We are even on twitter @FavCC

Looking forward to see you all tonight

Kevin

How Dust and Damage on Lenses Affect Image Quality

2011-06-18T15:30:00.001+01:00

Do you worry about a little dust on your lens?

How Dust and Damage on Lenses Affect Image Quality

What Image Stabilization Looks Like on a Dissected Canon 18-55mm Kit Lens

2011-06-17T20:24:00.001+01:00

Image Stabilization Revealed from Camera Technica on Vimeo.

A Look at Polarizing Filters in Action

2011-06-10T19:25:00.000+01:00

Polarizing Filters for Photo and Video from Olivia Speranza on Vimeo.

2011-05-06T22:53:00.002+01:00

Hi All,

This coming Wednesday, the most important evening of the clubs season, our A.G.M, your chance to have your say on what happens for the forthcoming season.

So please attend, lets have your input.

Next Meeting

2011-04-29T21:27:00.000+01:00

Hi . The program for this coming Wednesday has been changed. Instead of the lecture, we have arranged for a members evening. This will be a chance to bring you pictures or equipment down for some advice, a critique, or to answer any questions you may have. It will also be a opportunity to get to know some of the people you sit with and just nod to every week.

If anybody has any particular requests for help or advice in a particular area or would like a demonstration of something. Then please email me, or let one of the other committee members know so we can insure that we give the best possible help .

2011-04-24T15:51:00.002+01:00

To all club members..........The A.G.M is fast approaching, please let our secretary Carol have your propsals either by post or email by April 27th, for inclusion in the A.G.M's agenda.

Proposals are for anything club related, competitions & rules....subscriptions....type of evenings that you would like to see, etc, and nominations for club officers and committee members please.

It's your club, so please attend the A.G.M and have your say if any, it is not just a boring meeting, it is a way of using your suggestions and ideas of how to improve the club, and moving on and making your club even better than it already is.

Wednesday 20th change of schedule

2011-04-18T16:13:00.001+01:00

We have had to reschedule Gavin Hoey's evening to next year
as he visited us so recently it would be the same lecture as he gave in January.

To replace Gavin we will do one or both of the following - weather dependant:

Town walkabout
Photoshop tutorials

Meet at the hall as per usual.

Faversham and District Camera Clubs Colour Print of the year competition.

2011-04-14T09:03:00.001+01:00

Well last night was Faversham and District Camera Clubs Colour Print of the year competition.

We had a great judge. Richard Walton FRPS, MPAGB, EFIAP. A big thanks to Richards judging and comments for all entry's. Always makes for a great evening.

I'm also very greatful for coming 1st,2nd So I had a great evening, you can follow me on Twitter @Kevin_rook or @kmrphotos and find me at at My Website

I'd also like to Congratulate Sam for winning Group A Colour Print of the year. It was a great print. You can find Sam on Twitter @samjonesphoto and at Sam's Website

Well done to all who entered last night there was a great verity of work displayed which made for a great evening.

Colour Print of the Year Competition

2011-04-10T21:01:00.002+01:00

Hi Everyone, this week we have the Colour Print of the Year Competitions for Section A and Section B members. Can you all please arrive in plenty of time to book your prints in. You can bring up to three prints but please indicate your order of preference on the back in incase we need to reduce the entries to two per member. Best of luck.

Simple Guide to Photography

2011-04-05T22:40:00.000+01:00

Projected Image of the Year Results

2011-04-01T19:04:00.002+01:00

Well done to the winner Richard Brown with his image

TOGETHER TO THE END

Posn	Title and Author	Score
1	BOTTLE BANK MOUNTAIN by Yvone Stichbury	20
=	LEANNE AND SAM by Kate Barker	20
=	TOGETHER TO THE END by Richard Brown	20
=	POPPY PETAL by Yvone Stichbury	20
5	BARN OWL by Bob Connelly	19
=	BUSKER by Nick Skinner	19
=	BETWEEN EARTH AND SKY by Anthony Salvery	19
8	ANOTHER LONG WALK by Greg Cullen	18
=	ON WATCH by Bob Connelly	18
=	GRASSTRACK by Greg Cullen	18
=	Follow The Leader by Kevin Rook	18
=	PORSCHE SILHOUETTE by Davil Gethin	18
13	HARRIS HAWK by David Winterburn	17
=	EGRET OARE CREEK by Bob Connelly	17
=	WHITSTABLE BOARD WALK by Kieth Perimine	17
16	Missy by Kevin Rook	16
=	PHANTOM OF THE OPERA by Steve White	16
=	RECULVER SUNSET by Robin Warren	16
=	SCRAMBLES by Kate Barker	16
=	BLUE EYES by Brigitte Sharp	16
=	CAPTAIN by Kieth Perimine	16
=	Light by Daniel Frings	16
=	Maisy by Daniel Frings	16
=	NIGHT LIGHTS by Steve Clancy	16
=	OSLO FIJORD by Steve White	16
=	Red Hibiscus by Pamela Wright	16
=	Sacre Couer by Daniel Frings	16
28	CANTERBURY CATHEDRAL by Davil Gethin	15
=	FLOWERS ON THE TRACK by 16 jpg	15
=	LIVERPOOL STREET STATION by Simon Shaw	15
=	SAGRADA FAMILIA by Carol Mitchell	15
=	SCOTNEY CASTLE by Nina Clancy	15
=	SMOKEY DEPARTURE by Steve Talbot	15
=	STILL WATER by Greg Cullen	15
=	WHICH PLATFORM TO CHOOSE by Steve Clancy	15
36	A NIGHT AT THE CREEK by Nick Skinner	14
=	AGAPANTHUS by Brigitte Sharp	14
=	DECEMBER by Tom Meek	14
=	ROCKY VALLEY WATERFALLS by Steve Talbot	14
=	Still life against a wall by Trevor Liberson	14
=	TIME FOR A KISS GOODBYE by Steve Clancy	14
=	FJORD IN NORWAY by Simon Shaw	14
=	LIVERPOOL PANORAMA by Trevor Liberson	14
=	TIN MINING by Nina Clancy	14
45	BARN AND BLUE by Anthony Salvery	13
=	BEND IN THE ROAD by Kieth Perimine	13
=	BLACK, WHITE & GOLD by Simon Shaw	13
=	Deal Pier from down looking up by Trevor Liberson	13
=	SUMMER CROSSING by Brigitte Sharp	13
=	OYSTER BAY HOUSE by Davil Gethin	13
51	IN THE CLOVER by Ben Meek	12
=	TARNHOWS by Darren Wiggins	12

Wednesday 6th April Practical Night

2011-04-01T12:48:00.001+01:00

Just a quick reminder that next weeks meeting is a practical at faversham's Parish Church (St Mary's Church)

Usual time 7:30 for 8pm

Things to bring:-

Camera
TRIPOD
FLASHGUN
CHARGED BATTERIES

Please make sure your flashgun batteries are charged as you will be using them a lot to light up the church inside. Also the tripods are essential for the longer exposures you will need to use.

This is always a fun challenging night.

See you all next week

Kevin

Location:Parish Church(St Mary) Faversham

Annual Dinner Menu's

2011-03-31T13:34:00.003+01:00

To all Members

Please find attached the 3 menus to choose from for the Annual Dinner. Download

Please Note. if you choose an item from a menu the rest of your food must come from the same MENU
I.E. if you want a starter from Menu 1 your Main & Dessert must also come from Menu 1.

Please let Richard know your choices

FDCC AGM

2011-03-23T12:44:00.001Z

I would just like to remind everyone that this years Annual General Meeting is fast approaching.

The club needs your help as we have a number of committee members giving up their posts this year. Without members helping on the committee we would not have a club. Please think hard about becoming a committee member and giving up just a few hours of your time next year. It's not hard and can even be quite good fun. The members standing down will help with any questions or problems the new committee members have.

The Current (Hon) Secretary, Judges Secretary, and Programme Secretary are all standing down this year but you can of course stand for any position. Voting forms have already been emailed out but if you want one they will be available at club nights or from Carol.

Please do think about this.

Download Nominatin form here:- http://bit.ly/eoR9CZ

The lines below were taken from the KCPA website

DO YOU "JUST BELONG"

Are you an active member,
The kind that would be missed,
Or are you just contented
That your name is on the list?

Do you attend the meetings
And mingle with the crowd
Or do you sit alone
And moan both long and loud?

Do you take an active part
To help our club along?
Or are you satisfied to be
The kind to "just belong"?

Do you ever lend a hand
To set things up each week
Or leave the work for just a few
And talk about the clique?

There's a great programme scheduled
That means success when done
And it can be accomplished
With the help of everyone.

So attend the meetings regularly,
And help with hand and heart,
Don't be just a member
But take an active part.

Think this over, member,
Are we right or are we wrong?
Are YOU an active member?
Or do you "just belong"?

Shepherd Neame 3 Way Battle Full Results

2011-03-17T10:05:00.001Z

Print Images
Fav (187)
Sweet as Strawberries	18
Greater Spotted Woodpecker	19
Murder at the Cathedral	17
Where's my sock	20
Follow the Leader	20	***
Nautilus Shell	20
Side-car Grass-Track Racing	19
Feeling Blue	19
Whistable Oyster Town	18
Monument Valley	17
Sit (172)
A Joyous moment	17
In pursuit Thames barge	16
If Looks Could	18
Its Good to talk	17
The Violinist	16
Large White (Peiris brassicae)	19
Winter ebb	14
Rusel's bush Cricket nymph (Metmoptera roeselii)	20
Docklands memories revisited	17
Sheppy (170)
Opium Poppy	18
Cosmos	16
Tranquility	15
Grey Squirrel (Scitus Carolinerisis)	17
Blue Paint Red Rust	18
Brenda	15
Catwalk	16
Remembrance	16
Fun-Guy	19
Blue Vase and Shadow	20

Projected Images
Fav ( 191 )
BLUE DAMSEL FLY	19
EUROPEAN EAGLE OWL	20
FLOWERS ON THE TRACK	20
PORSCHE SILHOUETTE	20
ST PAULS	16
THE SHARD THAMES	19
TIGER IN WATER	19
TIM NOBLES	20
TOGETHER TO THE END	20
VOLCANIC SUNSET WHITSTABLE	18
Sitt ( 177 )
'Oh WELL!' DOWN THE FISH SHOP	18
BMX KID	16
DEADWOOD	14
LISMORE LIGHTHOUSE	19
MOTHER AND FOAL	19
OWZAT	17
RUSH HOUR	19
SNAKES AND LADDERS	20	***
THE ENGINE ROOM	18
THE READING TODAY IS TAKEN FROM EZEKIEL 26 V1-7	17
SHEPPEY ( 171 )
CHILL OUT	15
JUNK SCULPTURE	19
MALLARD DUCK (anas platyrhyncha)	15
NEGLECTED	20
PAINTED CEILING St DAVIDS CATHEDRAL	20
PAVILION	17
RYE CHURCH WINDOW	16
SAFELY HOME	14
YELLOW-LEGGED GULL	18
PAPER WASPS (Polistes Gallicus)	17

Shepherd Neame 3 Way Battle

2011-03-16T23:45:00.001Z

Well firstly we would like to thank our Judge for the night John Wigmore FRPS, MPAGB, APAGB, EFIA, for his great comments and Photoshop advice.

Always a pleasure to have John down to FDCC.

Secondly a big thanks to Sittingbourne and Sheppy for taking part. What a great club battle this is.

I was a little surprised not to see more FDCC members tonight; it is a great opportunity for seeing different styles of work.

As for scores. I'm very pleased to say the home team won. Well done Faversham..

Faversham Prints - 187 Projected – 191 Total - 378

Sittingbourne Prints - 177 Projected - 172 Total - 349

Sheppy Prints - 171 Projected - 170 Total - 341

Best Print was won by Faversham with "Follow The Leader" by Kevin Rook
Best Projected was won by Sittingbourne with "Snakes and Ladders"

Full scores to follow.

Wednesday 9th March

2011-03-09T13:50:00.001Z

As you know tonights meeting was canceled due to being Ash Wednesday and not having full facilities for tonights meeting.

Next meeting is 16th March which is the three way battle at home.
Judge is John Wigmore

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The following points were agreed at the Committee meeting on 3rd March 2011.

2011-03-05T13:35:00.001Z

* Anyone who received a trophy last year, please return it to Tony Gostling as soon as possible to be engraved for the next recipient in time for the Annual Dinner.

* Subject to approval by members at the AGM - The maximum print size limit will be lifted from the B Class photos with effect from the beginning of next season. As all members have access to printing facilities via the web as well as professional labs, it was felt this restriction was no longer valid or necessary. Maximum mount size will remain at 40 by 50cm.

* Although the Hall is available next week, 9th March, Ash Wednesday, parking will be unavailable. Weather dependant, a practical night shoot may be held. Please watch the web site for updates.

* Due to lack of response, Tuition Nights will be cancelled for the rest of this season. They will resume next season if requested by the members and enough people attend to make it financially viable.

* Depending on weather conditions, evening photo shoots may be held. All members please watch the web site for updates.

Tuesday 1st March Tuition Night ~CANCELLED~

2011-03-01T08:21:00.001Z

To All:

We have CANCELLED the Tuesday night tuition as there were not enough
people to make it viable for either the club or Jittermugs.

DO NOT GO TO JITTERMUGS as it will be closed and there will be no one else there.

Mrs. Carol Mitchell
(Hon) Secretary
Faversham & District Camera Club
01795 532372

Congratulations these members will move up to the "A" section next year

2011-02-24T23:25:00.003Z

David Gethin

Kevin Rook

Tim Brown

Richard Brown

David Winterburn

2010 - 2011 Competition Results

2011-02-24T19:28:00.003Z

Results below only show those members that entered all four monthly comp's.

Colour (A)

Keith Pearmine 79
Samantha Jones 70

Pam Wright 68

Steve Clancy 68

Tony Gostling 67

Rex Piles 65

Steve Talbot 65

Kate Barker 64

Graham Gilbert 59

Black & White (A)

Steve Clancy 78

Samantha Jones 75

Graham Gilbert 61

Colour (B)

Kevin Rook 76
David Gethin 75

Tim Brown 70

Nina Clancy 67

James Stichbury 66

Pat Younger 66

Yvone Stichbury 66

Jenny Tarrent 66

David Winterburn 66

Doreen Backshall 64

Richard Brown 63

Millie Tillman 59

Leanda Lewis 59

Black & White (B)

Richard Brown 70

David Winterburn 67

Tim Brown 66

Leanda Lewis 59

Projected

Steve Clancy 74

David Winterburn 72

Steve Talbot 67

Nina Clancy 66

Pam Wright 66

Rex Piles 62

Yvone Stichbury 64

James Stichbury 59

Gravesend Battle Result

2011-02-22T00:18:00.000Z

Faversham dpi 218
Gravesend dpi 206

Faversham prints 216
Gravesend prints 206

Total Faversham 435 Gravesend 412

Together to the end, Richard Brown 20
Murder at the cathedral, Greg Cullen 20

Shutter/Flash Synchronization

2011-02-05T10:08:00.000Z

9th Feb “Birds of Prey”

2011-02-03T09:12:00.001Z

Next week's club night is a practical night with some very special guests.

Hawklands Bird of Prey centre will be bringing along some of their Raptors for us to marvel at and photograph.

This is a great opportunity to see these stunning birds up close, so please bring you camera and tripod along and make sure those batteries are charged up.

We will have 2-3 setups running all night long so there will be plenty for us all to see and do.

Hawklands Bird of Prey centre is located at Farming World and have a great range of birds. And offer some amazing opportunities to get close and personal with some of their birds.

We organised a trip there last year. And think all who went came home with some great photos and had a wonderful day. I hope we will be able to do this again this year.

http://www.hawklands.co.uk

Hawklands Bird of Prey Centre
Farming World
Faversham
Kent
ME13 9SN

Tel: 07706122796

2nd Feb “Wildlife Photography”

2011-02-03T09:02:00.001Z

I'd like to thank David Featherbe for coming along to @FavCC last night.

His Wildlife photos were great and re-kindled the joys of wildlife photography in my eyes.

I was also glade he showed that wildlife photography is about luck, and how he spent 2 days looking at a branch from his hide to photograph an osprey to find when he'd packed up and left the osprey was there in its entire glory waving goodbye! (I can relate to this!!)

And as for David's Under Water photos. Well some were truly stunning the quality you can produce under water with the correct kit. And bringing in one of his rigs so we could see was great.

If you would like to see more of David's work visit his website. http://www.davidfeatherbe.co.uk

Or he can be found exhibiting and appearing at the Wild Images Exhibition,

WWT Welney 1st January to 28th February 2011.

David is also holding a One day Wildlife Photography course:

WWT Welney 5th and 6th February 2011. For further details contact the visitors centre.

Tel: 01353 864024.

Next Tuition Night is 1st February.

2011-01-28T09:51:00.001Z

Next Tuition Night is 1st February.

Jittermugs on Preston Street.
7:30 for 8
£2.00 per person.
Bring your questions, photos, cameras. Whatever you need help with.

So far we only have 5 people and need 15 before it is feasible for the cafe to open and the professors to give up their time for us.

Please call me, reply to this or my email or let someone know if you plan to attend.

Cheers,
Carol
01795 532372

Club Polo Shirts

2011-01-27T11:12:00.001Z

Bob was asked on Wednesday evening about Club Polo Shirts and Fleeces / Hoodies, the Polo Shirts are readily available at the suppliers, we cannot as yet obtain Fleeces / Hoodies, for some reason unknown there is a long waiting time for these.

If you require a club Polo Shirt just let Bob have the required size, and He'll order them for you.

Programme Changes

2011-01-25T09:05:00.001Z

There have been a couple changes to the programme.

The Gravesend Battle (inter-club competition) that was cancelled on 13th December has been rescheduled.

Directions to Gravesend will be supplied for those who can attend.

Also, Roy Carey notified us he was unable to talk on 2nd March.

Feb 21st Battle v Gravesend (Away) Judge Suzanne Flood DPAGB

March 2nd "Underground Photography" Barry Stewart

Practical night 12th Jan

2011-01-12T11:48:00.001Z

Tonight’s Practical is "MACRO" so again like the Still Life we did a few weeks ago.

I recommend bringing your camera, Tripod, if you have a lens with macro mode on it great bring that. or any lens with a short focus distance.

if your a Canon user i will have my Extension Tubes with me which convert normal Canon EF lenses to macro. your more than welcome to try them.

also I’m sure there will be a spare tripod or two around if you do not have one.

It Would also be great if you could bring an object along with you to photograph. to add variety of subjects to the night.

this could be anything from a fancy glass to a detailed wooden spoon or my favourite a pack of poker chips

see you tonight

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Happy New Year

2010-12-30T19:23:00.000Z

Hi everyone. Hope you have all had a great Christmas.

I would just like to remind you all that there will not be a Tuesday practical evening this coming Tuesday at Jittermugs, as we have not been able to arrange it due to the Xmas break.

Secondly I also want to mention the the coming Wednesday will be a demonstration by top Photoshop guru Gavin Hoey http://www.gavtrain.com/ those of you who have seen him before will know that this is certain to be a great evening.

This year Gavin won the title of Adobe International Photoshop Evangelist, so certainly knows what he is talking about.

XMAS QUIZ NIGHT Dec 15th

2010-12-09T15:59:00.002Z

Hi, Just a quick reminder that next week is our Xmas quiz night, and I hope to see you all there. Last year was great fun and I will be doing my best to make sure we have a different winning team this time. :)

Sue Flood will be our quizmaster again and there will a (no expense spent) prize for the best team. If you are coming can you try to email Carol at fdccsec@btinternet.com so we can make sure we get the right amount of food and drink arranged.

Don't forget to bring a small raffle prize of about £5 or less if you can.

Greg

December 7th at Jittermugs

2010-12-04T21:55:00.005Z

We still have several places for the learning evening on Dec 7th at Jittermugs. We have been asked by many members of the club to provide these informal evenings to help those of you that want to expand your knowledge. We can help in any area of photography from total beginners questions to advanced camera and processing techniques. If you are thinking of buying new equipment or have problems with your computer we have experts in all areas.

So don't be afraid to come along and ask for help. If you want to come along, even if it's just for a chat and a coffee please contact Carol at fdccsec@btinternet.com

Practical Evening 8th December.

2010-12-04T21:43:00.002Z

Hi, this weeks meeting is a practical, so please remember to bring your cameras.
The subject will be "still life" so a lens that can focus to near objects will help. Additionally if you have and ideas you want to explore or any props you want to bring to take pics of that would be great. We hope to set up at least three separate areas to shoot so there should be time and space for everyone.

XMAS QUIZ NIGHT

2010-12-01T13:03:00.003Z

Can you all please let Carol know if you are coming to the quiz night at the club hall on December 15th.

"Wildlife Photography" David Featherbe

2010-12-01T12:59:00.000Z

Due to the current bad weather, the meeting for Wednesday, 1st December 2010 has been cancelled.

Unfortunately our speaker cannot make it due to the snow. However we have arranged for him to visit us later in the year.
As the conditions down to the hall can be dangerous we have decided to cancel this weeks meeting.
This will leave us without the opportunity to collect names for the learning evening at Jittermugs in Preston Street. If you would like to come next Tuesday 7th Dec. at 7:45 please let Carol know as soon as possible.

Hernebay battle

2010-11-30T15:16:00.001Z

Due to the snow the battle has been cancelled.

Greg Cullen.

How to take amazing photos in the snow

2010-11-27T09:07:00.000Z

Ross Cup Results

2010-11-20T20:07:00.002Z

Hi to all,

Faversham had a good contingent at the KCPA's Ross Cup, First of all congratulations to David Gethin for attaining a merit award, there were some excellent prints at this years competition and it looked like it would certainly be a close fought competition.

1st Gateway..........135 points
2nd Eastbourne......130 points
3rd Ashford...........127 points
3rd Tonbridge........127 points
4th FAVERSHAM......126 points

Faversham entry.

Maez - Robin Warren - 12 points
Murder at the Cathedral - Greg Cullen - 15 points
Side car grass track - Robin Warren - 16 points
Nautilus Shell - Colin Becket - 15 points
Red Baron - Kevin Rook - 16 points
Wheres my sock - David Gethin - 19 points "merit award"
Fran - Greg Cullen - 16 points
Woodpecker - Bob Connelly - 17 points

I reckon to come fourth out of an entry of 32 clubs is a very good performance by Faversham, the judge's comments on some of the entries showed what
his personal likes were, and I am sure that some of the new members that attended had their eyes opened by some of the images shown and the marks attained by those images, the scoring was out of (20) twenty, and some prints were marked at 8 / 10 / 11 a recent lecturer at Faversham entered a great
shot of a statue, detail throughout, writing on the statues plinth crystal clear, but only managed a 15 score, last week our Kevin scored a 17 for his picture
Virgin 747 & the Red Arrows, in the competition there was an almost identical image?? this scored 19 and obtained a merit award (Kev's print is better) so
it shows how judges look at images in a different way.

I dont know if David knows this, but it is tradition within the club that, should anyone attain a merit award at the Ross Cup, thay have to buy the tea's at
the next club meeting, ok David I made it up, dont panic, but the rule stands, the lowest scoring member does the washing up, Marigolds out ?????

Bob.

KCPA Ross Cup

2010-11-19T11:44:00.001Z

This Saturday see's the Annual KCPA ROSS CUP Exhibition.

Which is being held by Bexleyheath Photographic Society

The venue is Hurstmere School Sidcup, DA15 9AW

The Judge is. Leigh Prestin FROS MPAGB EFIAP

The hall opens at 1pm and comments start at 3:30pm

Admission is £3 which includes a catalogue and refreshments.

The Ross cup is always a great place to see the very best of the KCPA members work and well worth the vist.

Several members from faversham camera club including me will be attending.

We look forward to meeting some of you there.

Faversham vs Folkestone Battle

2010-11-19T11:17:00.001Z

Wednesday saw our Battle against Folkstone camera club. it was a great evening with some excellent work from both clubs.

The night is in two halfs, Prints and DPI's

The Scores for Prints are as follows:

Faversham = 242
Folkstone = 252.5

so Folkestone Won the First half.

The Scores for DPI's are as follows:

Faversham = 242
Folkestone = 260

So the Totals are Faversham = 484 & Folkestone = 512.5 So Folkestone are the Winners.

TUESDAY EVENINGS

2010-11-12T11:55:00.000Z

Its that time again and our Tuesday Evenings are here again.

In order for Tuesday evenings to be successful, a minimum of 15 people would need to attend to cover the cost of hall rental. This does not include the instructors who are already donating their time, knowledge and quite often equipment.

The first Tuesday of each month will be a Critique and Questions night. Members will be required to enter their names on a sheet to indicate if they will be attending. If they do not attend, they will still be required to pay £2.00 to help with hall rental. If less than 15 people attend for 3 consecutive months, Tuesday evenings will be cancelled.

COMPETITIONS

2010-11-12T11:52:00.000Z

KCPA has advised the maximum number of prints plus projected images a judge should be required to comment on and mark per evening is 80. Our membership at present stands at 72 which means theoretically if each member enters only one photo per competition night we have nearly reached the limit.

Members will only be allowed 1 entry per category for the remainder of this season.

End of Year competitions need to be split in order for judges to properly evaluate and mark the entries.

· 13^th April at present has 5 categories to be judges. These will be split into Colour Print of the Year for A and B sections on 13^th April. Monochrome Print of the Year for A and B sections with Portrait of the Year on 27^th April.

COMPETITION POLL RESULTS

2010-11-12T11:51:00.000Z

The Poll resulted in a majority of members indicating they would prefer to enter less photos in competitions rather than have fewer practical or lecture evenings. More Practical evenings are needed, especially for newer members.

2 evenings have come free which may be used for Practical evenings. These are Ash Wednesday which as we are now in the new hall we are able to hold our regular Wednesday meeting and 2^nd February, the lecturer is unable to attend. 9^th March (Ash Wednesday) may become a Practical evening. 2^nd February may be an in-house competition with critiques, members marking and a certificate for the Members Choice photo. These ideas are yet to be confirmed and will be readdressed at the next Committee meeting.

Ross Cup

2010-11-04T08:49:00.001Z

Saturday 20th November see's the annual Ross Cup being held by BEXLEYHEATH PHOTOGRAPHIC
SOCIETY

Ross Cup 2010 is the Annual Print Competition of the KCPA
(Includes the Mick Smithson Shield and the Lakeland Holidays
Landscape Trophy)

Venue: Hurstmere School, Sidcup, DA15 9AW

Just off A2 at junction with A221 (Danson Park)

Judge: Leigh Preston FRPS MPAGB EFIAP

Times: Hall opens at 1.00pm for viewing all prints
Prints for comment to be removed at 3.15pm
Judge’s comments and Awards from 3.30pm

Admission: £3 (includes catalogue and refreshments

This is an excellent chance to see some of the best work from so many clubs and well worth visiting.

There will be at least a few of us from FDCC going if you wish to join us just let us know.

Trip to Knole "Deer" Park Sunday 24th October

2010-10-16T19:16:00.001+01:00

We are organising a trip to Knole "Deer" Park in Sevenoaks

Sunday 24th October @ 10:30.

This is a great chance for all our club members to meet up and go out on a great day trip as a group.

Please see the attached flyer for more details and please let me know if you are interested in going.

Knole Park.pdf

The park is free. The only thing we have to pay for is parking @ £2.50 per vehicle.
If you don’t drive and are in need of a lift, let us know and we will try and sort a lift out for you as there will be other cars with space available.
we will be leaving at 09:30 to get there for 10:30 and to meet any members who have made their own way there.

If you are interested in coming along, please show your interest by letting us know by one of the following methords.

The forum
Twitter @FavCC and tag it with #KPT
Email kevin.rook@favershamanddistrictcameraclub.co.uk

Kevin

Clubs New Logo

2010-09-30T18:03:00.003+01:00

Hi Everyone,

Just a reminder to those that missed the fashion parade ?? polo shirts displaying the clubs new logo are available.

Competitions

2010-09-25T08:37:00.001+01:00

Hi Everyone

As we are drawing nearer to our first competition of the season I would like to draw your attention to the rules page linked from the home page on our website www.fdcc.co.uk or from this Link.

Printed entries must be presented either surface or rebate mounted on thick card or mountboard, you can use any colour but I recommend keeping to shades of black or white board. Maximum board size is 40x50cm, and the image size limited to A4 for the "B" section members. On the top rear of the mountboard please put the title of the print, your membership number, and indicate if it is your primary or secondary entry. We need this information as if we get too many submissions for the competition we may need to limit the entry to one BW and one colour print per member.

For the projected images Robin need the files one week before the competition date. you need to save your image at a size of 1024x768, 8bit jpg in the sRGB colourspace. Image save other than this may not project correctly. The file name needs to be saved as shown in the document linked from the rules page.

Most of all please get to the hall early to give yourself plenty of time to submit your entries as there can be long queues. Will will start judging at 8pm sharp. We cannot accept late submissions.

Greg Cullen
Chariman

On line printing

2010-09-23T19:17:00.003+01:00

Hi to all,

With reference to the previous club meeting, one of the questions was about getting your images printed via a lab on the internet.

The following lab has been recommended, dscolourlabs.co.uk I have been informed that you will get better prices per picture if you send individual files, not a CD as CD's have to be handled by the labs staff.

All images sent must be in the SRGB COLOUR SPACE, also advised is to send off one print, this just to determine the balance between your monitor and the labs printing.

So, when your print is returned to you, should it look a bit light, you can then adjust settings in your software, ie darken 5% remember or save the settings, to use these when sending off your next file, carry out all adjustments to your image including sharpening.

22nd Sept ~ Chris Shore ~ Appraisals

2010-09-22T12:39:00.001+01:00

Don't forget tonight we have Chris Shore coming along to look at your work and to comment on it.

This is a good opportunity to get some expert advice on your favourite prints

Chris is one of Kent's Finest Photographers and he will give good useful advice.

This will be a great evening and is one not to miss.

So please bring 1 or 2 prints only as we will not likely have time for more than that each.

Kevin

Meeting 15th Sept /2010

2010-09-16T17:42:00.002+01:00

Hi to all,

Great to see you all again last evening, and apologies for not having too much time for a one to one chat, but rest assured we will get around to faces and names.

I hope you picked up some tips from the evening, and as the season progresses things will start to fall into place, and the learning curve will not seem so steep, honest.

Don't forget any questions you may have regarding the club / photography will try to answered to your satisfaction, trivial or otherwise.

Regards

Bob

Members Work Night

2010-09-15T10:22:00.000+01:00

Tonight is a show your work night. this is to both new and old members. we ask old members to bring some work in to show the newer members what we get up to and to what different standards we achieve.

and to the new members to bring in what they have printed so we can find out more about them. what do you like to photograph, what level your photography is at. and if we can give you advice we will

it will be a friendly laid back night tonight so no need to fret about being put under a spot light and grilling lol

hope to see you all tonight

Kevin

Welcome Back

2010-09-10T15:04:00.003+01:00

Hi, it was great to see you all there on Wednesday. I'm sorry I did not get chance to speak to everyone on the night. If I missed you then I would like to take this chance to welcome you all, and say how nice it was to see so many of you there. For the benefit of the new members, and the forgetful older ones, I would like to bring your attention to the following;

1, The club has a facebook group you can join - Here
2, A Twitter account you can follow - Here
3, A News Blog - Here
4, A Website - Here
5, A Forum/Chat Room - Here

If you are interested in the focus group sessions we hold on Tuesday evenings, where we can target any areas you wish to learn about then please contact the Vice Chairman, Richard Cornelius. (his number is on the contacts page of the website).

If you have a special interest or would like us to arrange anything, days out, particular guests etc, just speak to a member of the committee and we will see what we can do. We have experts in all areas of photography and in the use of the equipment and computers etc, so just ask and we can soon help. The club also owns a calibration system so you can make sure your images look the same on your screen, your printer and our projector. Just ask if you want someone to help you with this.

The club is your club, it's run for you and not for the benefit of the committee so please let us know if you have any issues or suggestions. I know walking into a room full of strangers can be a bit daunting but just start talking to a few people and you will soon see what a great club we have.

Greg Cullen
Chairman FDCC

First Night Back

2010-09-09T08:27:00.002+01:00

Well it was great to catch up with all members lastnight following our summer break.

The new hall is great nice size and will do us proud. albeit a few teething problems wich we will sort out.

But what was really good was all the new faces that came along to our first night to see what were like and what were are about..

It was great to talk to so many people all with interest in photography from beginers to keen photographers, i hope you all liked what you saw and felt we are a friendly club, because we really are. after all the club can only be as good as its members and its committee.

Kevin
Web Admin

Gavin Hoey

2010-09-08T22:35:00.002+01:00

Gavin is one of our favorite speakers please see his message bellow and support him at the site.

I am in the final 12 of Next Photoshop Evangelist......I am relying on your vote.....I could be at Photoshop World giving a live presentation in Florida soon.....Please vote here now! Thanks :0)

http://www.nextphotoshopevangelist.com

New Season - New Hall

2010-09-03T14:24:00.003+01:00

Hi everybody, hopefully you are all nicely rested and ready to return to the club, along with all the fantastic pictures you have been making over the summer.

This years season kicks off on Wednesday the 8th of September, and looking at the program it should be a great year. With something for everyone.

And... We are moving venue to a new larger hall. (don't worry it's not far).
We have now arranged to hold the weekly meetings at the new hall now available at the same site in Tanners Street. We can continue to use the same car park, I know how you all dislike change.

Hope to see you all there

Greg
Chairman FDCC.

Minutes from Comittee meeting 17th August 2010

2010-08-23T09:23:00.002+01:00

Minutes from the meeting held on 17th August 2010

The Treasurer presented audited accounts for the end of the 2009/2010 season to the Committee. These are available for viewing to any member by applying to the Treasurer.

There was an average of 33 members per meeting last year.

The Programme Secretary presented a tentative schedule for the 2011/2012 season.

The Competition Secretary advised dates of the Gravesend Battle on the 13th December at Gravesend and the Ross Cup Competition on the 20th November.

Reminders

Our new season starts on Wednesday 8th September.

Please bring 1 print per person for the 3rd meeting on Wednesday 22nd September

Miss. Nathalie Banaigs has requested help on the Friday night, 3rd September, to set up the 365 Days of Faversham Exhibition in the Drill Hall prior to the Hop Festival.
Members can also assist during the exhibition by providing an informative / security role.

Trip to Hawklands Sunday 18th July

2010-07-15T14:19:00.000+01:00

Just to remind you all about the chance to get up close with the raptors at the Hawklands Bird of Prey Centre near Faversham this Sunday.

http://www.hawklands.co.uk/

This special photographers event is a great opportunity to get behind the scenes and get to photograph the birds in action.

SUNDAY 18th JULY From 10am TO 5pm

Cost just £15 per person.

For more info and to book a place ring RICHARD CORNELIUS on 01795 535351

Without enough interested member this event may have to be cancelled.

Location:ME13 9SN

FDCC trip to Hawklands Bird of Prey Centre

2010-06-19T19:00:00.000+01:00

Day out at Hawklands bird of prey center

SUNDAY 18th JULY START 10am TO 5pm

Cost £15 per person.

For more info and to book a place ring RICHARD CORNELIUS on 01795 535351

FDCC Exhibition Raffle Results

2010-06-07T16:01:00.000+01:00

1st Trip To France. Steve White
2nd. FDCC Membership for 1 Yr. Barry Shirley
3rd. A Days Cricket. Marry Laslett
4th. Family Day @ Wildwood. Jon Fulljones
5th. Portrait by S. Jones. Catherine Tuppeney
6th. Portrait by R. Cornelius. Allen Leitch
7th. Rothchild Giraffe. M. Ivatt
8th. Whistable Volcanic Sunset. Betty Hancock
9th. Ceramic Dish. Mr Clark
10th. Bottle of wine. Kerrie Shirley
11th. Bottle of wine. Precilla Smith

A big thankyou to those who helped with the Exhibition

And a special thankyou to those who were able to come along and have a look at our work and even buy a raffle square.

From all @ Faversham & District Camera Club

Epson evening

2010-05-25T13:37:00.001+01:00

On Tuesday 1st June we have Epson visiting us.

They are bringing printers papers and inks for demonstrating there technology.

I think there will posibly even be bits to buy?

This is set to be a very interesting evening

Note that this evening is on a Tuesday and will start @ 7:30!

Hope to see many of you there.

Kevin

Summer Exhibition

2010-05-10T10:12:00.001+01:00

This June we are holding a 2 day Exhibition of work in the Guildhall Faversham.

Saturday 5th 9:30am - 4pm
And
Sunday 6th june 10am - 4pm

It's free entry and there is a raffle going on aswell the winners will pulled when the exhibition closes on the Sunday.

There will also be the opotunity to buy some of th mounted prints.

So once again that's the Guildhall faversham, the clock tower in the centre of town. The weekend 5th & 6th June.

John Wigmore's Lecture

2010-04-29T12:23:00.001+01:00

Well what a great lecture lastnight from John Wigmore. Excellent photos and what great explainations to them. Where they are and exactly what he's done to them. And the results were stunning.

Makes me want to book some holiday and a trip to scotland and the lake district.

So a big thank you to john for coming Down to us. And that fact he's a local photographer is great as some of his subjects are places we can all go to.

His photo of the airport cafe was great to see as me and my partner were there Sunday for breakfast. :-)

Trophy Winners 2009/2010

2010-04-15T14:12:00.001+01:00

1. BILL CREED MEMORIAL TROPHY FOR THE COLOUR PORTRAIT OF THE YEAR DAVID GETHIN

2. MONOCHROME PORTRAIT OF THE YEAR SHIELD
ROBIN WARREN

3. PETER HEDGELAND AIIP FRPS TROPHY FOR THE COLOUR PANEL CUP GREG CULLEN

4. THE W. A. PALMER PLAQUE FOR THE PROJECTED IMAGE OF THE YEAR DAVIN GETHIN

5. ARTHUR PAGE ARPS FRPS SALVER FOR THE ‘A’ SECTION COLOUR PRINT OF THE YEAR ROBIN WARREN

6. THE LEWIS SHIELD FOR THE ‘A’ SECTION MONOCHROME PRINT OF THE YEAR COLIN BECKETT

7. ‘B’ SECTION COLOUR PRINT OF THE YEAR TROPHY
TIM BROWN

8. SHIRLEY REEVES TROPHY FOR THE ‘B’ SECTION MONOCHROME PRINT OF THE YEAR SAMANTHA JONES

9. THE RICHARD CORNELIUS TROPHY FOR THE BEST NEWCOMER KATE BARKER

10. ERIC EADES SHIELD FOR THE ‘A’ SECTION MONTHLY COLOUR PRINT - GREG CULLEN

11. CHAIRMANS CUP ‘B’ SECTION MONTHLY COLOUR PRINT
- DAN FRINGS

12. THE L. B. NEAME CHALLENGE CUP FOR THE ‘A’ SECTION MONTHLY MONOCHROME PRINT - COLIN BECKETT

13. ALBERT ‘TAFFY’ PALMER MEMORIAL TROPHY FOR THE ‘B’ SECTION MONTHLY MONOCHROME PRINT
- SAMANTHA JONES

14. CHALMERS & FOLLOWS CHALLENGE TROPHY FOR THE MONTHLY PROJECTED IMAGE - MARGARET SMITH

Final comp's of 09/10 season

2010-04-15T13:40:00.003+01:00

Last night comp was very well attended and I was very impressed by the overall standard of the work. Roger Force FRPS judged and although we had lots of entries to get through, he still managed (in his own special way) to give a good review of each. I do agree with his comments on the Matte cutting. If anyone needs any help with mattes then please ask.

Well done to all those listed below;

Colour A Section - Robin Warren - 'Sidecar Grasstrack'
Colour B Section - Tim Brown - 'Rider 62'
Mono A Section - Colin Beckett - 'Nautilus Shell'
Mono B Section - Samantha Jones - 'Waiting'
Portrait Colour - David Gethin - ' Follow The Light'
Portrait Black & White - Robin Warren - ' Millie'

Finally, I would like to congratulate Kate for winning the best newcomer trophy.

I do hope all the winners can make the presentation dinner, or I will look a bit silly on my own with a table full of trophies.

Greg
Chairman FDCC

Projected image of the year & Colour Panel Cup

2010-04-01T14:15:00.006+01:00

Well lastnight was the c,p,c and projected of the year. We had some close images in the projected image of the year and the final winner was David Gethin with Follow the light, so well done for your great portrait!

Congratulations also to those listed below that each scored a maximum 20 points for their picture;

Steve White - Oslo Fijord
Greg Cullen - Druids
Samantha Jones - Waiting

Also it was a tough and close battle for the colour panel cup. It was fought hard by Robin and Greg but the winner was Greg with his panel from the top of the monument in London.

So well done you you both.

And a big thanks to the judge Mike Gleaves ARPS DPAGB who had a difficult choice to make.

Three Way Battle - Results

2010-03-17T22:43:00.007Z

Faversham were the winners of the three way battle hosted by Sittingbourne Photographic Society.

Well done to all those that had work used in the battle and also to all of you who managed to attend. It was a great evening and the judge, Peter Tulloch ARPS was very informative and entertaining.

Results;
Prints
17 Nautilius Shell - Colin Beckett
20 Freesia - Colin Beckett
20 Sidecar Grasstrack - Robin Warren
18 Milli - Robin Warren
20 Cathedral Choir - Greg Cullen
17 Fran - Greg Cullen
16 Grey Heron - Bob Connely
15 Fear - Keith Pearmine
14 La Pineda Trees - Steve Clancy
18 Egret - Bob Connely

Projected Image
20 Coupled motion - Steve Talbot
17 Egret - Bob Connelly
18 Julia - Matt Saunders
19 Lucy - Greg Cullen
16 Maez - Robin Warren
16 Nouveau stairs - Steve White
20 Painted Lady - Robin Warren
20 Slinky - Emma Ellick
15 Two are one - Greg Cullen
13 White Cliffs - David Winterburn

Faversham
Prints 175 Projected 174 Total 349
Sittingbourne
Prints 154 Projected 155 Total 309
Sheppey
Prints 166 Projected 165 Total 331

Three Way Battle

2010-03-16T13:57:00.001Z

Just a reminder that this weeks club night is a three way battle which is being hosted by Sittingbourne Photographic Society

Their address is Pheonix Hall, Pheonix House, Central Avenue, Sittingbourne, Kent, ME10 4BX

Their start times are the same as ours 7:45 for 8pm start so try and arrive before then.

I'm sure there will be a few cars leaving faversham so if you need a lift ask on the forum or ring a fellow member.

It should be a good night with a interesting variety of photos entered.

Hope to see you there.

Next week 10th march

2010-03-04T10:02:00.001Z

Please remember that this coming Wednesday, 10th March, is a special photo opportunity. Richard has hired the Birds of Prey from Farming World for us.

For those of you who have not had this opportunity before, it is a unique experience being able to photograph these exceptional birds close up. For members who were lucky enough to participate last year, we are hoping to have new species this year.

Both the new club lights and soft lighting with varied backgrounds and perches will be provided.

Bring your cameras and tripods.

Please remember these are wild birds and respect the handlers advice regarding the birds.

Mrs. Carol Mitchell
(Hon) Secretary
Faversham & District Camera Club

2009-2010 Competition Winners

2010-03-04T09:52:00.004Z

Lastnight was our fourth and final monthly competition only leaving the yearlys to play for.

Our winners are listed below and with some close scores I might add;

Colour A winner = G. Cullen 80 points

Mono A winner = C. Beckett 79 points

Colour B winner = D. Fring 79 points

Mono B winner = S. Jones 74 points

Projected winner = M. Smith 76 points

Well done to the winners and commiserations to those who were close runners up's. We do still have the yearly to fight for.

Additionaly it's that time of year and here's the list of members that have progressed from B class to A class for scoring at least 17 in each competition of any 1 catergory.

So congratulations also to;

D.Frings
R. Piles
L. Powell
S. Jones
S. Clancy
M. Smith

Who are now in the A class. It was also a close call as a few members missed out by only 1 point.

Isle of Thanet Photographic Society - Battle

2010-02-22T23:01:00.004Z

It was a nice change to see so many Faversham members make it to represent the club. In a very close battle, Faversham this time were the winning club.
Scores
Faversham 336
IOTPS 330

Scores - Dpi Images
18 - Oslo Fijord - Steve White
17 - Slinky - Emma Ellick
13 - Splash - Matt Saunders
20 - Two are One - Greg Cullen
20 - White Cliffs - David Winterburn
18 - In Bloom - Francesca Renny
19 - Coupled Motion - Steve Talbot
18 - Jubilee Place - Steve Clancy
20 - Julia - Matt Saunders
13 - Burlesque Performer - Steve White
Total Faversham176 - IOTPS 160.

Scores - Prints
19 - Robin - Dan Frings
17 - Fran - Greg Cullen
15 - Regis Laconi Kawasaki ZR-10R - Robin Warren
14 - Frezia - Colin Beckett
16 - Trees in the mist - Tony Gostling
16 - Looking back - Tim Brown
17 - City lights - Steve Clancy
17 - Cathedral - Elaine Bartley
16 - Feather boa - Samantha Jones
13 - Frosty beach - Yvonne Stichbury
Total Faversham 160 - IOTPS 170.

Photographic Competition

2010-02-19T11:30:00.002Z

Canterbury Photographic Society, in aid of the Lady Mayoress’ Charity, is running a photographic competition as advertised in the local press.

The purpose of the competition is to raise funds for the Lady Mayoress’ Charity 2009-2010 which supports AgeConcern (Canterbury, Whitstable, Herne Bay) and Save Canterbury Cathedral.

Photographers of all ages and walks of life are encouraged to feel inspired about attracting tourists to the District and to enter. The photograph can be in black and white or colour and can be a composite (ie a multi-image photograph showing scenes from the District such as Canterbury Cathedral, Herne Bay Pier and Whitstable Harbour) or it can be a single image.

A special price award, sponsored by Safety Net Associated, will be given for a photograph showing innovation in tourism.

Further information and competition entry forms can be found here;

Practical night

2010-02-18T08:17:00.001Z

Well a big thankyou to the models that came and posed for us lastnight.

Although the conditions weren't ideal (very cold) from a look at just some of the photos it turned out ok and was worth while.

National Trust

2010-02-13T11:31:00.002Z

The National Trust has changed its rules to allow amateur photography inside its historic properties.

Click Here For Details

Portrait Practical Evening

2010-02-13T10:57:00.001Z

Hi, This Wednesday will be our second visit to Faversham Arts Centre at the old old Frank and Whittome building in Quay Lane. We have arranged for a number of models to be there so those that came to the last meeting can put into practice what we talked about.

We will be setting up two sets of lights for studio type shots , and the rest of the building will be open for available light shots and flash photography.

Bring your camera gear, and a tripod if you have one as it may be dark in places and need long exposures.

Wednesday 10th Feb Program Change

2010-02-10T08:12:00.002Z

DEBORAH BRADY IS UNABLE TO ATTEND DUE TO ILLNESS.

SO WE WILL BE HOLDING AT PORTRAIT AND LIGHTING DEMONSTRATION EVENING INSTEAD - CHANCE TO BRUSH UP ON YOUR SKILLS BEFORE THE PORTRAIT EVENING NEXT WEEK.

Reflex Camera Club battle - Results

2010-02-04T22:19:00.004Z

Robin, Arthur, Tony and I enjoyed the battle with reflex Camera Club tonight.

It was a shame that none of the other members managed to make it to represent the club. Unfortunately for Faversham, Reflex put up the better show on the night.

Scores
Faversham 340
Reflex 350

Scores - Dpi Images
16 - Oslo Fijord - Steve White
20 - Slinky - Emma Ellick
16 - Splash - Matt Saunders
19 - Two are One - Greg Cullen
17 - White Cliffs - David Winterburn
17 - In Bloom - Francesca Renny
19 - Coupled Motion - Steve Talbot
15 - Scotney Castle - Steve Clancy
20 - Julia - Matt Saunders
14 - Burlesque Performer - Steve White
Total Faversham 173 - Reflex 180.

Scores - Prints
16 - Robin - Dan Frings
20 - Fran - Greg Cullen
20 - Regis Laconi Kawasaki ZR-10R - Robin Warren
18 - Frezia - Colin Beckett
13 - Trees in the mist - Tony Gostling
17 - Looking back - Tim Brown
16 - City lights - Steve Clancy
17 - Cathedral - Elaine Bartley
15 - Feather boa - Samantha Jones
15 - Frosty beach - Yvonne Stichbury
Total Faversham 167 - Reflex 170.

Febuary 17th program update

2010-02-04T08:40:00.002Z

The old program shows there is no club meet on the 17th February.

This is due to the hall not being available due to ash Wednesday.

There has now been an alternative arranged. Which I think you will enjoy.

So the new club meeting is going to be held at the new art centre in faversham. Well known as the Frank & Whittome building in quay lane.

The night will start at usual time. 7.30 for 8:00 start.

We will have up to 4 models for the night with 2 lighting setups. And I believe the tunnels will be open if u fancy venturing down them.

So bring your camera, flash and maybe a torch.

Hope to see you there.

Reflex Camera Club battle.

2010-01-30T15:56:00.013Z

We have chosen the prints and projected images for the upcoming battle at Reflex Camera Club.

It would be great if you can all make it there on Thursday;

Dpi Images
Oslo Fijord - Steve White
Slinky - Emma Ellick
Splash - Matt Saunders
Two are One - Greg Cullen
White Cliffs - David Winterburn
In Bloom - Francesca Renny
Coupled Motion - Steve Talbot
Scotney Castle - Steve Clancy
Julia - Matt Saunders
Burlesque Performer - Steve White

Prints
Robin - Dan Frings
Fran - Greg Cullen
Regis Laconi Kawasaki ZR-10R - Robin Warren
Frezia - Colin Beckett
Trees in the mist - Tony Gostling
Looking back - Tim Brown
City lights - Steve Clancy
Cathedral - Elaine Bartley
Feather boa - Samantha Jones
Frosty beach - Yvonne Stichbury

Dover Western Heights

2010-01-28T18:34:00.005Z

Hi All, Jen has arranged for us to have access to the Western Heights at Dover. 18th April, we need to meet at the top car park at about 10.30am. I am sure we will have a number of spare seats between us for those without transport.

Parking: St Martin’s Battery Car Park, South Military Road (East) and Western Heights Car Park, North Military Road (West). Parking (free)

There are bats in the Western Heights so we will have to avoid some areas, and its also the work day,but its should be a good day.

Walking boots or good trainers encouraged and torches required. Lots of stairs and not really for those a little unsteady on their feet! Smallish access tunnel into ditch so if anyone is scared of that also a no go.

Close to Samphire Hoe afterwards for those who fancy it.

http://www.dover-western-heights.org/

http://maps.google.co.uk/maps?source=s_q&hl=en&geocode=&sll=51.131,1.286602&sspn=0.080363,0.152092&ie=UTF8&radius=3.3&ev=zi&q=http:%2F%2Fbbs.keyhole.com%2Fubb%2Fplacemarks%2F514560.kmz&ftid=2AF4182ED2C77A56&ll=51.11931,1.305131&spn=0.002512,0.004753&t=h&z=18

Steve Bloom ~~ Photographing the Living World

2010-01-28T10:20:00.002Z

Thursday 25th February

Steve Bloom will be holding a lecture titled Photographing the Living World

Steve is a highly regarded wildlife photographer. For more details about steve and some of his photos visit his website http://www.stevebloom.com/

If you would like to go to the lecture it is being held at Ditton Community Centre, Ditton, Maidstone.

Lecture starts at 8pm

Tickets are £5 but are getting limited so act quick.

You can either contact Tony Gostling from Fdcc

Or contact the organiser

Graham Chambers on 01622 741252

Battle FDCC vs Reflec CC

2010-01-28T09:39:00.001Z

On Thursday 4th february we have an away battle against Reflex cc

The night will start at 7:30pm and their meetings are held @ Rainham School for girls, Rainham Netball Centre, Gillingham, Kent, ME8 0BX

For more details on how to get there please follow this link to their website.

http://www.reflexphoto.co.uk/venue.htm

Hope to see you there.

Third monthly competition scores

2010-01-28T09:13:00.000Z

Well I'd like to thank our judge lastnight Glyn Bareham.

As usual his comments and critique were positive and informative.

I personally think the standard of work has improved vastly and I think the scores lastnight showed this.

Well done to those who got 20's

David Winterburn
Margaret Smith
Steve White
Robin Warren
Jenni Sutton
Greg Cullen
Tony Gostling
Colin Becket
Samantha Jones
Dan Frings
Richard Brown
Rex Piles

Third Monthly Competition - Jan 27th

2010-01-20T22:43:00.001Z

Next week is the third of the monthly competitions. Please get your projected image entries to Robin by Saturday 23rd.

Faversham v Gravesend Battle

2010-01-20T22:08:00.000Z

Many thanks to all the members that had pictures used in the battle, and to both Gravesend Camera Club and our Judge Frank Page LRPS

I was very impressed by all of the entries from both clubs;

Scores

Prints
Faversham 188
Gravesend 175

Projected
Faversham 184
Gravesend 175

Total
Faversham 372
Gravesend 350

We still have several more battles this season, the selection committee need more pictures especially prints. If you would like your work to be included in the selection process please contact Robin.

Wednesday 13th meeting canceled

2010-01-12T06:32:00.001Z

Hi, Sorry to bring bad news again but this weeks meeting has unfortunately also been canceled. The access road to the hall and car park are closed due to the snow and ice.

I hope to see you all next week for the Faversham v Gravesend battle.

Greg
Chairman