Tue 2 Jul 2024 - 06 - Barnwell Country Park - PE8 5PB - 2nd July
06 - Barnwell Country Park - Barnwell Road - PE8 5PB - 6.30 - 7pm Start
This is a paid car park - don't know how much it costs, it's a nice walk around
Tue 25 Jun 2024 - 05 - Cabaero Aviation Ltd - 25th June
05 - Cabaero Aviation Ltd - Deenthorpe Aerodrome - A427- NN17 3AN - 5 - 5.30pm Start
Parking is on site - map attached
This is just off the A427 - You can miss the entrance, the path is bumpy but at the end turn left and follow, pass the aerodrome and parking is on the left
There will be a H&S safety brief upon arrival, please adhere to these rules for your safety, he will tell us where we can / can't go, he is open to suggestions
Apparently the cook does a mean chilli, this will be £10 I need to know number for anyone who wants to eat at least a week before, I...
Tue 18 Jun 2024 - 04 - Manor Farm Livery - Chelveston - 18th June
18th June - Manor Farm Livery - Equestrian Centre - Chelveston NN9 6AT - 5.30 - 6pm Start
After visiting them this evening, they have a wide range of horses to photograph and will put on a jumping display within the paddock, they also have a smaller paddock where riders will be riding around. 2 large stables to walk around also
On top of this they have approx 200 acres of land which contains a vast array of wildlife and stunning scenery
They have asked if we could provide a selection of photos of the horses, paddocks, stables and hopefully some landscape shots
...Sat 15 Jun 2024 - 03 - Welland Gliding Club - 15th June
15th June - Welland Gliding Club - NN14 3JD - Please arrive before 10am
Lyveden Airfield - Harley Way, Bridgstock - Map attached. Across the way is the National Trust place Lyveden
The club only operates on a Saturday and Sunday depending on the weather - please keep an eye on this post in case we have to move it due to high winds or rain
Parking is on site - we are asking for arrival before 10am to prevent any disruption, upon entering the site drive along the bumpy road – bear to the right then as you bear left park on the grass verge on the left
...Tue 11 Jun 2024 - 02 - Thrapston Lakes - 11th June
11th June - Thrapston Lakes - NN14 4GD - 6.30 - 7pm Start
Parking is free here and there is quite a lot of it so hopefully it will be quiet, there are quite a few paths on this trek and hides, more than happy to take the long trek or short walk (if the gate is open)
I've added a map for any who don't know where it is
Please see bulletin for diagram location
Tue 4 Jun 2024 - 01 - Summer Leys - 4th June
4th June - Summer Leys - NN29 7TS - 6.30 - 7pm Start
Have been here a few times and like to scenery all around along with the reflections in the lake plus it's a nice walk, it has quite a few hides
Parking charges apply however if you are a member of the Wildlife Trust it is free if your car is registered. I am a member and am happy to take two or three
Tue 4 Jun 2024 - Rushden Summer Programme - Alphabet Challenge
A little extra fun which will have us looking around
For the duration of the summer programme 4th June – 2nd July I am setting an Alphabet challenge where you will compile/photograph objects that make up letters for the A-Z that you see on your outings. Letters cannot be arranged using plants or stones for example then photographed.
Create a presentation or add them to a word document and append your alphabet along with your name and email it to me. Reviewing I will compile the alphabet using the most creative letters and display them at the Christmas Meal
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Tue 28 May 2024 - How to make the best of Architectural Photography - Thomas Peck
Thomas's first visit to RDPS will be on Zoom
Tue 21 May 2024 - "All the Gear and No Idea" - Roger Hance
Roger's first time talking to RDPS will be via Zoom.
Tue 14 May 2024 - 50th Anniversary and Rodwell Cup Competitions, Portraits, PIs and prints - Richard Houghton
Richard will join us in the Hall for this print competition.
Thu 2 May 2024 - Practical Session - Models and Scooters, and a bit of History
Photograph Scooter enthusiasts and their machines at Rushden Historical Museum.
Tue 30 Apr 2024 - Land, Sea and Air - Dave Peck
Dave will join us in the Hall for this, his vist time talking to RDPS
Tue 23 Apr 2024 - Chairman's Cup Competition, Open (2 panels of 3 or 4 prints) - Naomi Saul
A frequent visitor to RDPS, last time was Feb-22. As this is a print competition, Naomi will again join us in the Hall
Tue 16 Apr 2024 - Inspiration and Motivation in Photography - Ann Miles
Ann will be joining us in the Hall for this, her second recent visit, the last was Sep-18.
This evening is the deadline for entries for the Castle Theatre Exhibition.
Tue 9 Apr 2024 - Simply Black and White - Dave Jordan
Dave's first visit to RDPS will be in via Zoom.
Thu 4 Apr 2024 - Practical Session - Macro Beasties
Bring your camera, tripod and flash and macro lens if you have one. Get close up and personal with insects.
Tue 2 Apr 2024 - Lysbeth Humphrey Cup and Love Cup Competition, Architecture, PIs and prints - Roger Reynolds
Roger last came to RDPS in Sep-23 and has previously judged at the Rushden Open. As this is a print competition, Roger will attend in person in the Hall
Tue 26 Mar 2024 - Abstract Photography - Tony North
Tony's first time talking to RDPS will be via Zoom
Tue 19 Mar 2024 - Talk - One Man and His Van - Tony Gervis
Tony's second in-person visit to RDPS. This talk is about a solo journey in his campervan, through Europe, Iran, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan, Russia and many more. Total 22000 miles in 3 months.
Tue 12 Mar 2024 - Famous For A Night
The willing volunteers (in no particulare order) are Carole H, Carol W, Helen, Liz and Robert. Many thanks to you all. :-)
Thu 7 Mar 2024 - Practical Session - Light Painting
Long exposure light painting with light blades, light sabres and coloured lights.
Tue 5 Mar 2024 - The Wildlife and Work of the Ol Pejeta Conservancy - Part 2 - Glyn Edmunds
Second installment of Glyn's talk, again delivered via Zoom.
Tue 27 Feb 2024 - Knight Cup Competition, Open, colour prints - Sarah Kelman
Sarah last judged for us in Dec-21. As this is a print competition, Sarah will again join us in the Hall.
Tue 13 Feb 2024 - Colour Management - Terry Hewitt
First time visiting RDPS (in person)
Tue 6 Feb 2024 - The Snows of Kilimanjaro - Trekking on Africa's Highest Mountain - George Robertson
Second time talking to RDPS again via Zoom, first was May-22
Tue 30 Jan 2024 - White Cup Competition, Open, monochrome prints - judge Jonathan Vaines
Second time judging for RDPS, first was in Nov-21, this time Jonathan will again judge in person.
Fri 26 Jan 2024 - Practical Session - Spotlight on Rugby at Rushden Rugby Club
Rushden Rugby Club match under spotlights.
Tue 23 Jan 2024 - The Art of Composition - Tony Worobiec
This will be the third time Tony has given us a talk, this time will be via Zoom.
Tue 16 Jan 2024 - Creative and Abstract - Andy Page
Andy's first visit to RDPS will be in the Hall.
Thu 11 Jan 2024 - Practical Session - 1940's Model
1940's lady portraits
Tue 9 Jan 2024 - Ward Trophy Competition, Open, PIs - judge Simon Ciappara
Simon's first judging assignment at RDPS will be via Zoom