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Sunday, March 21, 2010
Saturday, March 13, 2010
2nd Meeting - Lenses: Focal Lengths and Their Uses. Tuesday 16 March
A Note From Vanessa:
Not to be missed!
Have you ever wondered what lens to use? And wondered what effect focal length has on the photo?
Harry Lock, our own pro photographer, will be speaking at Tuesday's meeting!
He will be giving an illustrated talk on the use of lenses, and the effect focal length has on the final image. He will be discussing how to choose which lens to use, and will show us examples of the results.
Harry's presentation promises to be informative, and help us all to get to know lenses and their uses better.
See you all at 7pm, at the Clubhouse.
Not to be missed!
Have you ever wondered what lens to use? And wondered what effect focal length has on the photo?
Harry Lock, our own pro photographer, will be speaking at Tuesday's meeting!
He will be giving an illustrated talk on the use of lenses, and the effect focal length has on the final image. He will be discussing how to choose which lens to use, and will show us examples of the results.
Harry's presentation promises to be informative, and help us all to get to know lenses and their uses better.
See you all at 7pm, at the Clubhouse.
Tuesday, March 09, 2010
March 2010 Outing
You're reminded about the outing this weekend to the butterfly farm in Pietermaritzburg on this Saturday, 13 March 2010. It has been suggested that we get there at 09h15.
Anton has been kind enough to put together the following details and directions:
Admission fees are:
Adults R30
Children (2-16 years) R19
Pensioners R19
Directions:
Butterflies for Africa is located at 37 Willowton Road, just off the N3 in Pietermaritzburg. Those arriving from the coast take the Ohrtmann Road turnoff (exit 79) and turn right (going over the highway) then turn left into Willowton Rd just after the Innoxa factory.
The paths inside the enclosure have been made wheelchair friendly, so anyone can attend.
The Monkey House:
On certain days, between 11:30 and 13:30, there are guided tours of The Monkey House. It costs R11 (all age groups) to enter, but they didn’t specify on the website when this is.
The Painted Lady Coffee Bar:
After the utter frustration of getting the butterflies to sit still (no pins/deep freezers allowed), we can all have something to drink and eat before the long drive home. There is seating inside, or even outside for those whose love to bask in the sun or hunker under an umbrella in the rain.
Please e-mail Anton at d4rkhorse@webafrica.org.za if you are coming to the outing. We just need to see who will be attending.
Saturday, February 27, 2010
March 2008 - First Meeting
The first meeting this month is going to held at the Hillcrest Sports Club on 2 March 2010 at 7pm.
We are having a talk from freelance sports shooter Rory Armstrong, who is is going to do a show and tell. He regularly flies around the country to photograph rugby matches and sells images to newspapers, magazines etc. He was going to speak last year but was called at short notice to shoot a wedding overseas. After the talk, we will view members' pictures as usual.
We are having a talk from freelance sports shooter Rory Armstrong, who is is going to do a show and tell. He regularly flies around the country to photograph rugby matches and sells images to newspapers, magazines etc. He was going to speak last year but was called at short notice to shoot a wedding overseas. After the talk, we will view members' pictures as usual.
Thursday, January 28, 2010
Meeting: February 2010
We kick off our year with the first meeting which will be at 7pm on February 2, 2010, at the Hillcrest Sports Club. We will be having a talk on exposure and will then look at members' pictures as usual.
Remember to bring only three pictures. You're encouraged to bring 1 each of set subject, outing and general, but there's no rule about it; suit yourself.
Set subject: On the waterfront.
The year full planner is online. See the link on the righthand side of the page:
Membership fees are due and you will not be eligible to participate in the lucky draw for the Vega photography course if you haven't paid by 14 Feb.
The following points from Vanessa
1. Membership fees - R150 per person, R250 per family
2. Please pay into the BANK ACCOUNT - Standard Bank, Kingsmead, Acc name - Sweet Deal cc, Acc. no.# 050146556. Branch code: 0026
3. Make sure to state you name as reference.
3. Deadline for payment - 14 Feb 2010.
4. Payment can be made at the Feb meeting.
The draw for the Vega course will happen in March, at the meeting on the 2nd and Vanessa has arranged for the Vega representative to give a short talk.
See you there
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Remember to bring only three pictures. You're encouraged to bring 1 each of set subject, outing and general, but there's no rule about it; suit yourself.
Set subject: On the waterfront.
The year full planner is online. See the link on the righthand side of the page:
Membership fees are due and you will not be eligible to participate in the lucky draw for the Vega photography course if you haven't paid by 14 Feb.
The following points from Vanessa
1. Membership fees - R150 per person, R250 per family
2. Please pay into the BANK ACCOUNT - Standard Bank, Kingsmead, Acc name - Sweet Deal cc, Acc. no.# 050146556. Branch code: 0026
3. Make sure to state you name as reference.
3. Deadline for payment - 14 Feb 2010.
4. Payment can be made at the Feb meeting.
The draw for the Vega course will happen in March, at the meeting on the 2nd and Vanessa has arranged for the Vega representative to give a short talk.
See you there
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Saturday, December 12, 2009
Exhibition 2009
We had an extremely succesful year-end exhibition and thanks are due to Natalie & Gordon for their hard work, and to Photo World and the centre management for supporting us.
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Thursday, November 26, 2009
Monday, November 23, 2009
2009: Christmas party
It's been a bit like drawing teeth but, finally, enough people have paid to enable the Christmas party to go ahead.
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Christmas Party: R100 per person
Date: 4 December 2009
Venue: Bhowani Game Lodge - http://www.bhowanigamelodge.co.za .
Directions:
There is a map on the contact page but you basically take the Hammarsdale t/o on the N3 coming from Hillcrest.
You go over the N3 and go about 8km past the Inchanga turnoff and turn right at the Caltex garage. It's the turn off you would take for the Abattoir and Cato ridge airfield. Go for about 5km past airfield, abattoir and so on.
The road turns to dirt a couple of hundred meters past the abbatoir and the game lodge is 800m further on, on the left.
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Christmas Party: R100 per person
Date: 4 December 2009
Venue: Bhowani Game Lodge - http://www.bhowanigamelodge.
Directions:
There is a map on the contact page but you basically take the Hammarsdale t/o on the N3 coming from Hillcrest.
You go over the N3 and go about 8km past the Inchanga turnoff and turn right at the Caltex garage. It's the turn off you would take for the Abattoir and Cato ridge airfield. Go for about 5km past airfield, abattoir and so on.
The road turns to dirt a couple of hundred meters past the abbatoir and the game lodge is 800m further on, on the left.
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December 2009: Meeting
Kim from Fuji has agreed to talk to us and give a demo on their INSTORE PHOTOBOOK, it is an interesting concept and ideal for Christmas presents. Fuji are our co-sponsors for the exhibition so we need as many people to attend as possible.
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There will also be some sort of workshop and viewing of members' pictures at the meeting on 1 December, which is to be held at the Hillcrest Sports Club at 7pm as usual.
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There will also be some sort of workshop and viewing of members' pictures at the meeting on 1 December, which is to be held at the Hillcrest Sports Club at 7pm as usual.
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Friday, November 13, 2009
Outing: November 2009
Just as well Gwynne reminded me because I had forgotten about the outing tomorrow. Anyhow, it's still on and you wildlife guys should love it.
It's at the African Bird of Prey Sanctuary located about 4 kms along the road to the Lion Park after you have taken exit 65 on the N3. Details and a map here.
New since I was therelast is a vulture feeding session!!
The feeding will take place just before or after the free flight show at 10h30. So you are advised to be there just before 10 (on the 14th November)to be sure you don't miss anything.
BRING A HAT AND SUNSCREEN because it is in the open. Entrance is R30 each and there is restaurant for a meal afterwards.
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It's at the African Bird of Prey Sanctuary located about 4 kms along the road to the Lion Park after you have taken exit 65 on the N3. Details and a map here.
New since I was therelast is a vulture feeding session!!
The feeding will take place just before or after the free flight show at 10h30. So you are advised to be there just before 10 (on the 14th November)to be sure you don't miss anything.
BRING A HAT AND SUNSCREEN because it is in the open. Entrance is R30 each and there is restaurant for a meal afterwards.
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Saturday, October 31, 2009
Meeting: November 2009
Please Note: There is no meal before the meeting. Procedings start at 7pm sharp. We will view members' pictures as usual, after the talk.
** Don't forget to bring your money for the Christmas dinner, if you haven't paid already.
** Don't forget to bring prints for the end of year exhibition.
TUESDAY 3 NOVEMBER @ 7PM
HILLCREST SPORTS CLUB
YOU ARE INVITED TO LISTEN TO
SEAN WISEDALE - MOUNTAIN OF THE MIDNIGHT SUN
...SEAN'S CLIMB OF MT. VINSON, THE HIGHEST MOUNTAIN IN ANTARTICA
Sean Wisedale is the first South African to climb all of the world's seven summits – come and hear how Sean and a team of six set out to climb the most remote mountain on earth. Drama ensues and two turn back even before reaching the continent. An onslaught of bad weather and high winds forces the team leader to return while three of the team push for the top. What makes this life tale so intriguing is that Wisedale as the filmmaker on the expedition loses two cameras to the frost, and is left with only one camera to capture the images – his trusty heavyweight Betacam affectionately known as “Chubby” … The imagery is spectacular, the continent of Antarctica as captivating as ever. A heart-warming story of triumph of the human spirit over adversity and celebration of success”.
Sean's bestseller 'Freeze Frame', the personal story of Sean's life and times as an adventure cameraman to the most hostile and photogenic wildernesses on Earth, will be available for purchase on the night as well as his 8-part DVD documentaries of the 7 summits. Please find more information attached and visit Sean's website www.seanwisedale.co.za.
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** Don't forget to bring your money for the Christmas dinner, if you haven't paid already.
** Don't forget to bring prints for the end of year exhibition.
TUESDAY 3 NOVEMBER @ 7PM
HILLCREST SPORTS CLUB
YOU ARE INVITED TO LISTEN TO
SEAN WISEDALE - MOUNTAIN OF THE MIDNIGHT SUN
...SEAN'S CLIMB OF MT. VINSON, THE HIGHEST MOUNTAIN IN ANTARTICA
Sean Wisedale is the first South African to climb all of the world's seven summits – come and hear how Sean and a team of six set out to climb the most remote mountain on earth. Drama ensues and two turn back even before reaching the continent. An onslaught of bad weather and high winds forces the team leader to return while three of the team push for the top. What makes this life tale so intriguing is that Wisedale as the filmmaker on the expedition loses two cameras to the frost, and is left with only one camera to capture the images – his trusty heavyweight Betacam affectionately known as “Chubby” … The imagery is spectacular, the continent of Antarctica as captivating as ever. A heart-warming story of triumph of the human spirit over adversity and celebration of success”.
Sean's bestseller 'Freeze Frame', the personal story of Sean's life and times as an adventure cameraman to the most hostile and photogenic wildernesses on Earth, will be available for purchase on the night as well as his 8-part DVD documentaries of the 7 summits. Please find more information attached and visit Sean's website www.seanwisedale.co.za.
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Wednesday, October 21, 2009
PHOTOGRAPHIC EXHIBITION 2009!
As per the HCC AGM of the 20th of January 2009, we have LIGHTS, CAMERA AND ACTION for the annual HILLCREST CAMERA CLUB PHOTOGRAPHIC EXHIBITION 2009!
Gordon and I met with Photoworld, Hillcrest and Pick 'n Pay management last week and we managed to secure the Pick 'n Pay, Christian's Centre, centrecourt for our annual HCC photographic exhibition, kindly supported by Photoworld, in the centre, and Fuji.
You are all encouraged to partake in the exhibition to showcase your photographic talent through exhibiting your wonderful photographs that you have taken throughout the year. Details thus far are as follows:
* Saturday 5 Dec: 9.00am - 1.00pm - Exhibition open to the public (setup 8.00-9.00am - Gordon, Natalie & any other volunteers?)
* Sunday 6 Dec: 9.00am - 1.00pm - Exhibition open to the public
* We are being supported by Photoworld and they will be advertising Photoworld throughout the weekend at the exhibition and encourage you to support them for your prints and any other photographic requirements. The Fuji in-store photobook and online printing book, which are avaiable for viewing at Photoworld, are excellent mediums in which to showcase your photographic portoflio for the exhibition as well as prints (also a fantastic Christmas gift) - pop in there and have a look and they will be more than happy to show you more.
* Submit your best prints A4 - A3 in size at the next meeting if possible (as many prints as you like but please be reasonable as we do have limited space), mounted with your name at the back of the mount. If you submit prints later than the next meeting, it is no problem but will be up to you to please get them to Gordon who will select appropriate prints together with other committee members. Fujui photobooks will be accepted.
* Digital prints will also be welcomed as we are hoping to showcase them on a big/flat screen - Gordon will bring his laptop to the November meeting so bring your work on a flash drive or CD please
* We will be needing volunteers to be present on the day to answer any questions and keep an eye on the equipment - please put your names down at the next meeting - it would be nice if we could have a couple of people on 'duty' at any given time
* If you have any connections who would like to place a digital advert on the big screen, please let us know - an ad will cost them R100 and will go towards the cost of the exhibition - ads to be submitted to Gordon at November meeting please
Please come prepared to the November meeting and should you have any further ideas that you would like to share for the exhibition.
Yours in photography
Natalie Knibbs
Hillcrest Camera Club
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Gordon and I met with Photoworld, Hillcrest and Pick 'n Pay management last week and we managed to secure the Pick 'n Pay, Christian's Centre, centrecourt for our annual HCC photographic exhibition, kindly supported by Photoworld, in the centre, and Fuji.
You are all encouraged to partake in the exhibition to showcase your photographic talent through exhibiting your wonderful photographs that you have taken throughout the year. Details thus far are as follows:
* Saturday 5 Dec: 9.00am - 1.00pm - Exhibition open to the public (setup 8.00-9.00am - Gordon, Natalie & any other volunteers?)
* Sunday 6 Dec: 9.00am - 1.00pm - Exhibition open to the public
* We are being supported by Photoworld and they will be advertising Photoworld throughout the weekend at the exhibition and encourage you to support them for your prints and any other photographic requirements. The Fuji in-store photobook and online printing book, which are avaiable for viewing at Photoworld, are excellent mediums in which to showcase your photographic portoflio for the exhibition as well as prints (also a fantastic Christmas gift) - pop in there and have a look and they will be more than happy to show you more.
* Submit your best prints A4 - A3 in size at the next meeting if possible (as many prints as you like but please be reasonable as we do have limited space), mounted with your name at the back of the mount. If you submit prints later than the next meeting, it is no problem but will be up to you to please get them to Gordon who will select appropriate prints together with other committee members. Fujui photobooks will be accepted.
* Digital prints will also be welcomed as we are hoping to showcase them on a big/flat screen - Gordon will bring his laptop to the November meeting so bring your work on a flash drive or CD please
* We will be needing volunteers to be present on the day to answer any questions and keep an eye on the equipment - please put your names down at the next meeting - it would be nice if we could have a couple of people on 'duty' at any given time
* If you have any connections who would like to place a digital advert on the big screen, please let us know - an ad will cost them R100 and will go towards the cost of the exhibition - ads to be submitted to Gordon at November meeting please
Please come prepared to the November meeting and should you have any further ideas that you would like to share for the exhibition.
Yours in photography
Natalie Knibbs
Hillcrest Camera Club
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Monday, September 07, 2009
Tuesday, September 01, 2009
Payments
We have been trying to get the club on a more organised footing and, as one measure, have arranged to have the use of a bank account. This will make it easier for members to pay their dues and for extras such as the forthcoming model shoot and Christmas Party.
Payment instructions
* Transfer the amount owing to the following:
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Payment instructions
* Transfer the amount owing to the following:
Account name: Sweet Deal cc* Send an e-mail to BOTH Allan and Vanessa with the amount paid, date, and what it is for.
Account number: 050146556
Bank: Standard Bank
Branch: Florida Road
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Friday, August 28, 2009
Meeting: September 2009
NOTE: There will be NO MEAL before the meetings in future!
The Hillcrest Camera Club will be meeting at the Hillcrest Sports Club at 7pm on Tuesday, September 1, 2009. We are encouraging members to bring prints to show at the meeting but, if you want to bring in digital format, please come early so that we can load your pictures onto the laptop.
We will be having a talk from a well-known sports photographer and will then view members' pictures as usual.
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The Hillcrest Camera Club will be meeting at the Hillcrest Sports Club at 7pm on Tuesday, September 1, 2009. We are encouraging members to bring prints to show at the meeting but, if you want to bring in digital format, please come early so that we can load your pictures onto the laptop.
We will be having a talk from a well-known sports photographer and will then view members' pictures as usual.
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