june meeting news
A quick welcome from the Chairman and continued on with the evenings subject.
This month’s topic was on ‘Depth of Field’.
Six points to take note of when considering your photograph was discussed. They ranged from composition to focus within the image. A recurring problem seems to be the depth-of-field. This aspect of photography has to learn and constantly practiced, as even the best photographers get it wrong on occasions. A primary point to remember is; the greater the aperture (small ‘f stop-number) the shallower the depth-of-field – the technique ensures that the main motif is in focus leaving any foreground and/or background out of focus, therefore, directing the eye to the subject of the photograph.
As stated previously, you can find a whole load of tutorial videos on this subject as well as a load of other photography subjects on YouTube.
The ‘Monthly Competition’ entitled ‘Depth of Field’ was held.
The winners were:-
- 1st - 'Just Hanging Around' by Joan Banks
- 2nd - 'Yellow Peril' by Joan Banks
- 3rd - 'Rusty Post' by John Horton
Please note that entries (rectangular, up to 7 x 5 ins) for the Monthly competition can be made without mounts – when needed, mounts will be available at the start of the session.
The ‘Quarterly Competition’ entitled ‘Bridges’ was held.
The winners were:-
- 1st - 'Lit Up' by John Horton
- 2nd - 'Waiting for the Tide' by Joan Banks
- 3rd - 'Sunset over the Gorge' by Joan Banks
Please note that entries (rectangular, up to A4) for the Quarterly competition and un-mounted.
NEXT MEETING
BRING YOUR CAMERA
Our next meeting will NOT be at the Birchmeadow Centre, Broseley however we will be meeting in Shrewsbury for 19:30 on Monday 30th July 2018.
We will be photographing aspects of the Town, and walking up the back streets and various other areas, but we will meet back in the Admiral Benbow on Swan Hill, where we will discuss the Chester Zoo Visit and hold the competition and trophies (however, depending on the room and numbers we may wait for the trophies until the next meeting)
The competition is entitled…
- Monthly - 'Grain'
You can view our current programme here - PROGRAMME 2018-2019