Thu 3 Oct 2024 - Practical Session - Fire Spinning - Part 2
Hopefully back to the graveyard to try more fire spinning techniques.
Tue 1 Oct 2024 - Living and Working as a Photographer in Namibia - part 3 - Scott Hurd
Scott's 3rd talk on Zoom.
Tue 24 Sep 2024 - Harry Morris Trophy and Chamberlain Trophy Competition, Landscape, PIs and prints - Dave Stewart
A regular guest of RDPS, Dave will judge this competition in person in the Hall
Tue 10 Sep 2024 - Jim Webb Trophy and Vancliffe Bell Competition, Nature, PIs and prints - Penny Reeves
Penny's first visit to RDPS will be in the Hall.
Thu 5 Sep 2024 - Practical Session - Reflections and Refraction
Reflections, crystal balls, and bending patterns through glass and water.
Tue 3 Sep 2024 - Photography on the Darkside, Home and Abroad - Peter Benson
Second time talking to RDPS on Zoom, first was 18-Apr-23.
Peter Benson FRPS MCrGP AWPF CPAGB BPE3, is a keen urban nightscape photographer, which has given him a unique place in photography. During this talk Peter takes us on a tour around one of his favourite places for night photography outside London, Cambridge and then he takes us to places further afield, like New York, Berlin, Porto and Florance, where you can join Peter in exploring the magical beauty of the night, one frame at a time immersing yourself in the mesmerising urban nightscapes captured through his lens. During...
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