Monday 29 August 2011

NCPF Website Update


The following update has been made to the NCPF web site www.ncpf.org.uk


1.      PAGB e-news:-
PAGB e-news 49 is now published.

2.      Directory Updates Pages:-
There are now a total of 9 updates for your new copies of the NCPF Directory and PAGB Handbook.

Sunday 28 August 2011

8mm projector needed

Club member Ken Broomfield is looking for the loan of a projector to show some old films of one of his neighbours which were taken when she was a child and she has never seen them.
What he requires is an 8mm cine projector not Super 8mm) unless it does normal 8mm as well.
Does anybody posess one which they are prepared to loan for a week ,or just want to get rid of?

If you can help please contact Paula Davies (paulaATpixelfoto.co.uk).

Thursday 25 August 2011

Another Shot from the Dales Workshop


Deserted Cottage and Clouds

Images from Dales Workshop in July

Three views of the Ribblehead Viaduct.























Photography Course at Saltburn


Profile Gallery in Saltburn is running a ten-week photography course starting on 6th October 2011.

The course will on on alternate Thursday evenings (7pm-8.30pm) and Saturday mornings (10.30am-midday). This arrangement is designed to provide opportunities for practical shooting sessions in the field followed by sessions back at base where participants can share and discuss their work with others.

The course will also provide input into basic photography theory (such as apertures, shutter speed etc) for those who require it. As such the course is suitable for both beginners and those who wish to develop their practice further by shooting in a supportive group situation.

You will be required to bring your own digital camera (any type from compact to full DDSLR is appropriate, or even a smartphone). You might also like to bring your own laptop if you have one but this is not essential.

The cost for the course will be in the region of £75-80 pounds.

If you would like to reserve a place or require further details, email nelhicksonATprofilegallery.co.uk as soon as possible.

Wednesday 24 August 2011

PAGB E-News Special 'In Memoriam'

Please click on this link to see this special "In Memoriam" issue (49) of e-news from the PAGB. 

http://www.pagbnews.co.uk/e-news/en49240811InMemoriamSpecial.pdf

It also announces the new Director General of the RPS, Dr Michael Pritchard.  You may already be familiar with his History Blog at http://britishphotohistory.ning.com/

Tuesday 23 August 2011

New website with tutorials

A friend of mine, Ken Payne, has a new website with Photoshop CS5 and Elements tutorials.  He will be updating this as he makes new tutorials.  There are also training disks for sale at a reasonable price.  Click on this link www.kp-digital.co.uk

Monday 22 August 2011

Updates on the NCF Website


The following update has been made to our web site since the last update message and all can be accessed at www.ncpf.org.uk

1.      Home Page:-
Urgent Update for PAGB Handbook, plus other minor updates.

2.      Directory Updates Page:-
This has now been updated so as to carry regular updates and amendments to the new editions of the PAGB Handbook and NCPF Directory.

3.      PAGB e-news:-
PAGB e-news 48 is now published.

4.      About the Federation/Executive Minutes
The Minutes of the Executive Meeting held on Wednesday 6th July, 2011 are now published.

5.      Events/Diary Page:-
Information about Cramlington Member’s Print Show this coming week.

6.      International Salon Page:-
The page has changed to reflect the fact that entries have now closed for this year’s 32nd Salon

Saturday 20 August 2011

Red Arrows


In view of the sad news tonight of the crash of one of the Red Arrow planes in Dorset I am posting up a few images of their display this Monday at Whitby Regatta. It was absolutely excellent. Stunning flying skills.

Friday 19 August 2011





My works in progress from Malham

Wednesday 17 August 2011

PAGB E-News 48

Click here for the latest edition of PAGB E-News
Don't miss the FREE DRAW for Permajet Paper.  This issue it is for 
a PACK OF A3+ 50 SHEETS OF ULTRA PEARL 
"The finish and physical properties of this paper raise it above the 'yet another photo paper' category. The Lustre/Pearl surface looks good, takes pigment inks very well and has a tougher finish. It's also a paper that resists creasing, making it ideal when I know that prints are going to be handled. The surface finish is also somewhat resistant to casual scanning and copying - something that I know causes concern for some wedding and portrait photographers."
Keith Cooper - Commercial Photographer at Northlight Images
(For best viewing please look at the e-news PDF as a Full Page view)

2 Very Bad News
3-6 Inter-Club PDI Championship + charnockphotography.co.uk
7 NEW Recorded Lectures
8 Inter-Club Print Championship
9-11 Useful Notes - Applications for FIAP Distinctions in 2012
12 Notices and Exhibitions
13 Featured Photographers & Notices
14 Advert – onOne. Free Talks to Your Club
15 Advert – Clownfishphoto. Sell Your Photographs
16 Notices & Adverts & Link to Keith Naylor C&DPAGB entry

Monday 15 August 2011





Here are a couple of photos from Mallam Weekend. A most enjoyable weekend, many thanks to the organisers and Leigh.


Dales Workshop






Many thanks Leigh for choosing this fabulous location
to hold what was a very successful and enjoyable weekend.

Sunday 14 August 2011

Dales Workshop - Day 2

 Thought I had better complete my Dales Workshop uploads!


Janet's Foss




Hellifield Station - the bright side and the dark side.







Thank you Ian for the use of your 'plamp' to hold the seed-head still.  Another item for my wish list.


Saturday 13 August 2011

Dales Workshop Photos







Here is my offering from the weekend. Thanks again to Leigh for his input.

Monday 1 August 2011

Cansett & District PS Annual Exhibition

PAGB E-News Issue 47

Issue 47 of the PAGB News is now available.
In this issue:
2   Results from the Inter-Club PDI Championship (Warwick)
3   "Hail at Hampden" & Tallaght International Exhibition
4   Leo Rich – PAGB Vice President
5   GB Cup Judges & Inter-Federation Print Exhibition Venues
6   Winning pictures from the Inter-Fed. Print Competition
  Advert
8   Special Book Offer and NCPF International Exhibition
9   Print Championship Clubs, Judges & Permajet Winners, past & present
10   Opening of the Inter-Fed. Print Competition

Click here to read.