It's all about INDIA
Our last share night using Zoom in the comfort of our own home will be on July 22 at 7.00 pm, so put on your slippers and join our share night when our presenter Darryl Meredith brings us................. India
Darryl is a semi-retired photographer who dabbles in the odd commercial and portrait shoots with photo restoration work thrown in. He has had a photography business for almost 20 years, with his portfolio consisting of corporate work, portraiture both family and business, advertising magazines,
and weddings.
He has travelled extensively which has given him the opportunity to enjoy travel photography and he would love to share some of these photos with us
Stay on later with us and learn how to use Leading Lines in our photography with our Vice President Greg Larchin leading up to our set subject in September. I am sure we shall all benefit by Greg’s expertise on the subject putting us on the right track to produce some wonderful images.
The meeting will start at 7.00 pm and Gerry will be sending you an invitation to attend during the early evening.
See you there.
Our last share night using Zoom in the comfort of our own home will be on July 22 at 7.00 pm, so put on your slippers and join our share night when our presenter Darryl Meredith brings us................. India
Darryl is a semi-retired photographer who dabbles in the odd commercial and portrait shoots with photo restoration work thrown in. He has had a photography business for almost 20 years, with his portfolio consisting of corporate work, portraiture both family and business, advertising magazines,
and weddings.
He has travelled extensively which has given him the opportunity to enjoy travel photography and he would love to share some of these photos with us
Stay on later with us and learn how to use Leading Lines in our photography with our Vice President Greg Larchin leading up to our set subject in September. I am sure we shall all benefit by Greg’s expertise on the subject putting us on the right track to produce some wonderful images.
The meeting will start at 7.00 pm and Gerry will be sending you an invitation to attend during the early evening.
See you there.
And the images that received 8 points in our Macro / Close Up comp are below
It's not too late
you can still join in the fun when we get to celebrate Christmas in July at Ty & Kathy's Your partner is of course welcome to join in the merriment when we kick up our heels to celebrate not only Christmas in July but the almost end of social distancing. Confirmation is essential for this annual event and time is running out for you to let us know if you will be attending. Please email me and let me know if you are coming and what contribution to the catering you would like to make. |
Have you wanted to make a photobook but were afraid to ask?
Well our friends at Momento will be having a webinar via Zoom on July 21 and they will walk you through the process of producing a book from go to whoa. You can register for the webinar here and don't forget you can get 30% off your first photobook if you join up and say you are a member of CCG.
Well our friends at Momento will be having a webinar via Zoom on July 21 and they will walk you through the process of producing a book from go to whoa. You can register for the webinar here and don't forget you can get 30% off your first photobook if you join up and say you are a member of CCG.
Australian Cup
As previously advised all the winners will be announced via Zoom on July 24 @ 7pm EST. You are required to pre register for this event, more info here.
Fingers crossed we have lots of winners in this competition.
As previously advised all the winners will be announced via Zoom on July 24 @ 7pm EST. You are required to pre register for this event, more info here.
Fingers crossed we have lots of winners in this competition.
Whale Watching - Photo Opportunity
Do you fancy a bit of whale watching? Then why not join the crew of Garricks Camera House when they venture out into the blue to hopefully capture some amazing whale images. Just follow this link to read all about it. Don't be put off by the number of people interested, they are planning several trips between now and November. The boat will be leaving from Noosaville and the trip is for a duration of about 2.5 hours.
Do you fancy a bit of whale watching? Then why not join the crew of Garricks Camera House when they venture out into the blue to hopefully capture some amazing whale images. Just follow this link to read all about it. Don't be put off by the number of people interested, they are planning several trips between now and November. The boat will be leaving from Noosaville and the trip is for a duration of about 2.5 hours.
OUR MARYBOROUGH TRIP
Planning is well underway for our Maryborough trip at the end of August. The official dates are from August 27 th until 31 st . But I can tell you some will be there earlier and some staying on a little longer. I have been working on an itinerary and I will tell you more about that as time goes by. However, there is no need to conform, you can do what you want. The only item firmly set on the agenda is a whale watching cruise. As we move out of lockdown there is a very real possibility these will book out quickly, particularly if the border is re-opened soon. Places I’m researching include the Story Bank, the birthplace of PL Travers, creator of Mary Poppins, the Military and Colonial History museums, the Bond Store Museum, the Customs House Interpretive Centre, Brennan & Geraghty’s store, the Time Canon and the Mary Ann, a truly unique steam locomotive. There’s also beautiful parks and gardens and so much wonderful colonial architecture. Photographic opportunities abound. There may even be a day trip to a magical mystery tunnel for those staying a little longer. Members and partners are most welcome. You don’t need to be a photographer, there’ll be plenty of socialising in the mix. At the time of writing we have 19 members and partners book in with 11 booked for the whale watching trip which will be on the morning of Friday 28 th . There will be a sunrise photo opportunity over Urangan Pier for those who wish to get out of bed a little earlier. If you would like to join us please book your accommodation and then let me know where you are staying, your arrival and departure dates and if you’d like to do the whale watching cruise. Huntsville Caravan Park is our main accommodation destination. The park is on the Mary river and has a hotel and shops close by. When I last checked there was 1 brand new Queen Cabin with Ensuite coming online and available for booking. Caravan and camping sites are still available. For those who have missed out on a cabin, the Minerals Sands Motel is 1 minute by car and 13 minutes on foot away from the Park. One member is booked in at the Wallace Motel so that is another choice. We would love to see you there. Don’t forget, when you book please let me know: Where you are booked, Arrival and departure dates, Are you interested in a half day whale cruise? Cheers, Greg - [email protected] |
Some Quick Lightroom Tips for you
Double-click to zero sliders: To quickly and precisely reset any adjustment in the Develop module, double-click on a slider and it will automatically reset to the default position.
Double-click on panel titles to reset sections: To reset entire sections of adjustment sliders in the Develop module, double-click on the section heading. Easy!
- Click & drag the Histogram to adjust each luminance: Hover your cursor over the desired luminance section of the Histogram (blacks, highlights, shadows, etc.) and then click and drag to the left or right to adjust each luminance.
- Adjust sliders with your keyboard arrows: You can easily move adjustment sliders up and down by placing your mouse cursor over any of the sliders in the Develop module and then using the up and down arrows on your keyboard. You can also hold Shift + up/down arrows to move the sliders in greater increments.
- Convert any slider to a black & white mask using the 'Alt' key: Holding down the 'Alt' key while adjusting any slider instantly converts the image to a black and white mask.
- Hit the "J" key for highlight and shadow clipping: Hitting the J key on your keyboard displays areas in the photo where shadows or highlights have lost detail. Highlight clipping shows up in red, and shadow clipping is displayed in blue.
These tips come to you from Contrastly.
Some of them work in ACR too.
Double-click to zero sliders: To quickly and precisely reset any adjustment in the Develop module, double-click on a slider and it will automatically reset to the default position.
Double-click on panel titles to reset sections: To reset entire sections of adjustment sliders in the Develop module, double-click on the section heading. Easy!
- Click & drag the Histogram to adjust each luminance: Hover your cursor over the desired luminance section of the Histogram (blacks, highlights, shadows, etc.) and then click and drag to the left or right to adjust each luminance.
- Adjust sliders with your keyboard arrows: You can easily move adjustment sliders up and down by placing your mouse cursor over any of the sliders in the Develop module and then using the up and down arrows on your keyboard. You can also hold Shift + up/down arrows to move the sliders in greater increments.
- Convert any slider to a black & white mask using the 'Alt' key: Holding down the 'Alt' key while adjusting any slider instantly converts the image to a black and white mask.
- Hit the "J" key for highlight and shadow clipping: Hitting the J key on your keyboard displays areas in the photo where shadows or highlights have lost detail. Highlight clipping shows up in red, and shadow clipping is displayed in blue.
These tips come to you from Contrastly.
Some of them work in ACR too.
"It takes a lot of imagination to be a good photographer. You need less imagination to be a painter because you can invent things.
But in photography, everything is so ordinary; it takes a lot of looking before you learn to see the extraordinary."
- David Bailey
But in photography, everything is so ordinary; it takes a lot of looking before you learn to see the extraordinary."
- David Bailey
To Keep You Busy
There are lots of external photographic competitions listed below.
Why not have a try at some of them.
Nothing ventured, nothing gained.
There are lots of external photographic competitions listed below.
Why not have a try at some of them.
Nothing ventured, nothing gained.
Sutherland Shire National Exhibition of Photography 2020
This long established NSW competition is on again in 2020 - entries open on June 1. APS approved with 4 sections, Open Colour, Open Mono, Creative and Nature there is a section there for everyone. We are masters now at Creative Photography so why not enter some of the fantastic images you have created for CCG over the last 12 months? Entry details here.
This long established NSW competition is on again in 2020 - entries open on June 1. APS approved with 4 sections, Open Colour, Open Mono, Creative and Nature there is a section there for everyone. We are masters now at Creative Photography so why not enter some of the fantastic images you have created for CCG over the last 12 months? Entry details here.
APS Photobook Competition
The categories are Storybook and Portfolio - with cash prizes totalling $500.00 and $1400.00 in photobook vouchers - this is certainly a competition to enter. Entries close August 21. More info here.
The categories are Storybook and Portfolio - with cash prizes totalling $500.00 and $1400.00 in photobook vouchers - this is certainly a competition to enter. Entries close August 21. More info here.
MomentoPro
Want to get 30% off your next photobook? All you have to do is register with MomentoPro. After your initial order you will receive a regular 10% discount on all orders. To register visit www.momentopro.com.au - this is a different address to the regular Momento address.
Then you have to join. When it asks for ID No. perhaps use the number you have been allocated on MPC, also please select that you are a member of CCG. MomentoPro will contact me to ask if you are a member of CCG, once they have confirmed your membership with me you will be notified and you can begin to make your first book, this confirmation could take a couple of days.
MomentoPro are offering a special bonus to one lucky member of a $150.00 Gift Voucher from MomentoPro. To qualify all you have to do is register and make one book. In about September we will draw a members name out of the hat who has produced a book.
All the sample papers and book cover materials wil be available for you to look at our club rooms on any meeting night.
Want to get 30% off your next photobook? All you have to do is register with MomentoPro. After your initial order you will receive a regular 10% discount on all orders. To register visit www.momentopro.com.au - this is a different address to the regular Momento address.
Then you have to join. When it asks for ID No. perhaps use the number you have been allocated on MPC, also please select that you are a member of CCG. MomentoPro will contact me to ask if you are a member of CCG, once they have confirmed your membership with me you will be notified and you can begin to make your first book, this confirmation could take a couple of days.
MomentoPro are offering a special bonus to one lucky member of a $150.00 Gift Voucher from MomentoPro. To qualify all you have to do is register and make one book. In about September we will draw a members name out of the hat who has produced a book.
All the sample papers and book cover materials wil be available for you to look at our club rooms on any meeting night.
Greg Larchin Photographer
Are your images clean and sharp? Greg offers sensor cleaning for DSLR and mirrorless cameras along with camera/lens focus calibration for DSLR's.
Find out more here
Are your images clean and sharp? Greg offers sensor cleaning for DSLR and mirrorless cameras along with camera/lens focus calibration for DSLR's.
Find out more here
Razza Images
Have you ever thought of visiting Madagascar or other exotic places on this planet? Well Razza Images conduct small group tour to some of the most exciting places on earth. And in case you don't know, Razza Images and tours are owned and conducted by our very own Ralph Brown and his lovely wife Barbara. More info here and here.
Have you ever thought of visiting Madagascar or other exotic places on this planet? Well Razza Images conduct small group tour to some of the most exciting places on earth. And in case you don't know, Razza Images and tours are owned and conducted by our very own Ralph Brown and his lovely wife Barbara. More info here and here.
If you have any items of interest that you would like to share with your fellow members please email me at [email protected]
Notices - External Comps, Tours & Other Stuff
External Comps
August 2, Entries close for the SSNEP 2020, info here
August 22, entries close in the APS Photobook comp, entry form here
September 19, QLD Interclub at Aspley Camera Club
More external comps can be found on MPC on the Members page here
Workshops
All year - The Maud Street Photo Gallery - various Exhibitions, Workshops and Masterclasses, more info here
Photo Tours
2020 Razza Images - Window to Your World here
2020 Darran Leal - World Photo Adventures, Australia and overseas here
2020 Julie Geldard Photo tours to India and East Africa, more info here
2020 Ian Rolfe Southern Lights Photography tour of Norfolk Island here
2020 Wildlife Safari Consultants - India, Africa and Ethiopia here
The latest notices that have come in are listed above - all previous notices can be found at any time under the 'Notices' tab at the top of the page.
External Comps
August 2, Entries close for the SSNEP 2020, info here
August 22, entries close in the APS Photobook comp, entry form here
September 19, QLD Interclub at Aspley Camera Club
More external comps can be found on MPC on the Members page here
Workshops
All year - The Maud Street Photo Gallery - various Exhibitions, Workshops and Masterclasses, more info here
Photo Tours
2020 Razza Images - Window to Your World here
2020 Darran Leal - World Photo Adventures, Australia and overseas here
2020 Julie Geldard Photo tours to India and East Africa, more info here
2020 Ian Rolfe Southern Lights Photography tour of Norfolk Island here
2020 Wildlife Safari Consultants - India, Africa and Ethiopia here
The latest notices that have come in are listed above - all previous notices can be found at any time under the 'Notices' tab at the top of the page.
Facebook
For those who would like to join our Facebook page the following information may assist.
Membership is available only to financial members of CCG and the group is only visible to members of the Facebook group. This is to maintain the security of the images posted and to ensure we have a closed forum suitable for discussions that we may not want visible to the outside world.
The Facebook group is intended to enhance the CCG experience. It is a place to share images, photography related conversation, to ask assistance, advertise your used photography equipment for sale and so on.
Membership is via an emailed invitation to the email address you use for Facebook. Other email addresses will not work.
If you are on Facebook and would like to participate please advise your email address linked to your personal Facebook account and we will send the invitation.
For those who would like to join our Facebook page the following information may assist.
Membership is available only to financial members of CCG and the group is only visible to members of the Facebook group. This is to maintain the security of the images posted and to ensure we have a closed forum suitable for discussions that we may not want visible to the outside world.
The Facebook group is intended to enhance the CCG experience. It is a place to share images, photography related conversation, to ask assistance, advertise your used photography equipment for sale and so on.
Membership is via an emailed invitation to the email address you use for Facebook. Other email addresses will not work.
If you are on Facebook and would like to participate please advise your email address linked to your personal Facebook account and we will send the invitation.