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FOLKESTONE CAMERA CLUB

8th February2006

On Monday 30th January we had a showing of the Clay Cross National Slide Exhibition with a very good commentary. 

This years selection of pictures (a collection of 300 slides) from photographers all over the U.K. had a varied selection of subjects but all astounding work. These slides were from very experienced photographers and the standard is very high. 

They gave us an insight into the results we could achieve, and the majority showed how good lighting (especially early morning) can make a photograph come alive - certainly food for thought. 

This Monday 6th February, we had our first A/V (audio visual) competition. It was decided to add this as another competition as so many of our members are working with digital now, which make A/V so much more accessible with such good software available – I won’t say easier, as it is still a challenge. We had 12 entries some with commentary and all with music which made it a very enjoyable evening. 

The audience did the judging and voted Melanie Chalk joint winner with :Barcelona Grafitti’, and Bob Brisley with ‘New York’.

At a recent ‘Battle’ of slides and prints, with Gateway, Tovil and Deal Camera Clubs, judged by Mr Richard Walton FRPS EFIAP MPAGB BPE3*, the results were:- 1st DEAL 281 marks 2nd FOLKESTONE 274 marks 2nd TOVIL 274 marks4th GATEWAY 260 marks which was a very close thing and a very enjoyable evening, it is always good to see other clubs work. 

We have another ‘Battle’ soon, when we can always hope to win! 

Visit our web site at www.folkestonecameraclub.co.uk where you can view our programme of meetings and also view some of our members work. 

Our meetings are held at the United Reform Community Hall, Castle Hill Avenue, Folkestone o­n Mondays at 7.45pm. 

New members are always welcome, if interested please phone Mrs Jenny Barraclough (Press Officer) 01303 245399. E mail: jenny-bar@btconnect.com