What's On Archive - 2022
January
12 January
AGM + review of 2021
AGM + review of 2021
Presented by: The Committee
A brief AGM including Chairman’s and Treasurer’s reports and election of the Committee for 2022.
This will be followed by an entertaining slideshow review of our photography throughout 2021 and a chance to socialise.
A brief AGM including Chairman’s and Treasurer’s reports and election of the Committee for 2022.
This will be followed by an entertaining slideshow review of our photography throughout 2021 and a chance to socialise.
The winners will be announced for our December themed project: CELEBRATIONS
Venue: Thatcham Football Club @ 7.30p.m.
Venue: Thatcham Football Club @ 7.30p.m.
26 January
Pecha Kucha
Pecha Kucha
Presented by: TPC Members
With the dark and cold nights of winter with us, we're keeping our meetings indoors for the first few months of the year.
Pecha Kucha is a presentation methodology in which 20 slides are shown for 20 seconds each (six minutes and 40 seconds in total). The format, which keeps presentations concise and fast-paced, is a fun way to enjoy a subject.
We're giving over this evening to a number of presentations by volunteer members of the club. Expect a wide variety of subjects, and a lot of fun.
With the dark and cold nights of winter with us, we're keeping our meetings indoors for the first few months of the year.
Pecha Kucha is a presentation methodology in which 20 slides are shown for 20 seconds each (six minutes and 40 seconds in total). The format, which keeps presentations concise and fast-paced, is a fun way to enjoy a subject.
We're giving over this evening to a number of presentations by volunteer members of the club. Expect a wide variety of subjects, and a lot of fun.
The winners will be announced for our January themed project: GLASS
Venue: Thatcham Football Club @ 7.30p.m.
Venue: Thatcham Football Club @ 7.30p.m.
February
9 February
What is It? slideshow & discussion
What is It? slideshow & discussion
Presented by: TPC Members
With the dark and cold nights of winter with us, we're keeping our meetings indoors for the first few months of the year.
For this meeting, members have been invited to submit photos of everyday objects taken from unusual perspectives to hide their true identity.
A slideshow of these photos will be shown with members trying to guess what the object is. This will lead into a discussion with the photographer how the image was taken and the challenges faced.
With the dark and cold nights of winter with us, we're keeping our meetings indoors for the first few months of the year.
For this meeting, members have been invited to submit photos of everyday objects taken from unusual perspectives to hide their true identity.
A slideshow of these photos will be shown with members trying to guess what the object is. This will lead into a discussion with the photographer how the image was taken and the challenges faced.
Venue: Thatcham Football Club @ 7.30p.m.
23 February
Sue Morris - Waiting for the Herds
Sue Morris - Waiting for the Herds
Presented by: Sue Morris - www.suemorriswildlifeimages.co.uk
Sue is a talented photographer who started out with wildlife photography before setting up her own studio for portraiture.
Sue’s talk is focused on the wildlife of Tanzania during the dry season, including some big cat encounters. She also has been lucky to experience a very special cheetah family with whom she spent time.
Sue is a talented photographer who started out with wildlife photography before setting up her own studio for portraiture.
Sue’s talk is focused on the wildlife of Tanzania during the dry season, including some big cat encounters. She also has been lucky to experience a very special cheetah family with whom she spent time.
The winners will be announced for our February themed project: HOME COMFORTS
Venue: Thatcham Football Club @ 7.30p.m.
Venue: Thatcham Football Club @ 7.30p.m.
March
9 March
Fixing Common image problems
Fixing Common image problems
Presented by: Ray Buckland
Following on from the photobook project, this session will look at some of the common problems seen in the photos submitted. Using an easy workflow process to follow and simple editing techniques, Ray will show how these problems can be fixed quickly and effectively to make significant improvements to the photos.
Ray will also talk about image resolution and image quality. Identifying the key attributes necessary for images to be displayed and printed in high quality, the best file formats to use and how best to share high resolution images online.
Following on from the photobook project, this session will look at some of the common problems seen in the photos submitted. Using an easy workflow process to follow and simple editing techniques, Ray will show how these problems can be fixed quickly and effectively to make significant improvements to the photos.
Ray will also talk about image resolution and image quality. Identifying the key attributes necessary for images to be displayed and printed in high quality, the best file formats to use and how best to share high resolution images online.
Venue: Thatcham Football Club @ 7.30p.m.
30 March
Peter Orr ARPS - What Makes A good photo?
Peter Orr ARPS - What Makes A good photo?
Presented by: Peter Orr ARPS - www.peterorrphotography.com
Peter is a Getty Images Artist and a Judge for SCPF.
He is coming to us, not as a Judge, but to look at the photos we have submitted and talk about them. He is full of praise for many and gives members tips for improvement if necessary. He finds merit in most photos and the tips he gives are easy to follow.
Peter is a Getty Images Artist and a Judge for SCPF.
He is coming to us, not as a Judge, but to look at the photos we have submitted and talk about them. He is full of praise for many and gives members tips for improvement if necessary. He finds merit in most photos and the tips he gives are easy to follow.
The winners will be announced for our March themed project: RECYCLING
Venue: Thatcham Football Club @ 7.30p.m.
Venue: Thatcham Football Club @ 7.30p.m.
April
13 April
Mix & Match - Girls vs Boys
Mix & Match - Girls vs Boys
Presented by: TPC Members
A fun evening of good photos, odd comparisons and heckling banter. We are holding a Mix & Match competition between the girls and boys of our club with a guest judge to keep the mayhem under control and whose word will be final.
A fun evening of good photos, odd comparisons and heckling banter. We are holding a Mix & Match competition between the girls and boys of our club with a guest judge to keep the mayhem under control and whose word will be final.
Venue: Thatcham Football Club @ 7.30p.m.
27 April
Peter Crane ARPS - Street Photography
Peter Crane ARPS - Street Photography
Presented by: Peter Crane ARPS - www.petercrane.co.uk
Street photography for Peter is an instinctive urge and after nine or ten years of wandering the streets with his camera it still is to some extent about staying curious and inspired – and then looking for that decisive moment.
Based in Swindon he goes to busy public places, wandering the streets just looking for things that move or inspire him in some way. Always looking for characters he has been known to follow someone to get a better image, perhaps with a better background, just trying to tell a story in a single frame or trying to capture a decisive moment.
Street photography for Peter is an instinctive urge and after nine or ten years of wandering the streets with his camera it still is to some extent about staying curious and inspired – and then looking for that decisive moment.
Based in Swindon he goes to busy public places, wandering the streets just looking for things that move or inspire him in some way. Always looking for characters he has been known to follow someone to get a better image, perhaps with a better background, just trying to tell a story in a single frame or trying to capture a decisive moment.
The winners will be announced for our April themed project: SHALLOW DEPTH OF FIELD
Venue: Thatcham Football Club @ 7.30p.m.
Venue: Thatcham Football Club @ 7.30p.m.
May
11 May
Paul Davison ARPS - Travel Photography
Paul Davison ARPS - Travel Photography
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Presented by: Paul Davison ARPS -www.pauldavisonphotography.com
Based in Winchester, Paul has always had the urge to get out and see the world, experience new cultures and explore wild landscapes but it wasn’t until he started to travel that photography became one of his passions in life. He considers himself to have been extremely fortunate to be able to travel extensively and experience many of the amazing gifts the planet has to offer, and it’s these experiences that naturally led to him specialising in travel photography. Although it’s often the incredible landscapes that make people want to travel, it’s the culture and interaction with the local people that he finds the most rewarding. This presentation will be a travelogue of travels to Bangladesh, Indonesia, Mozambique and Colombia. |
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Venue: Thatcham Football Club @ 7.30p.m.
25 May
George Sallit - Astronomy and photography
George Sallit - Astronomy and photography
Presented by: George Sallit - newburyastro.org.uk
Located in Reading, Berkshire, George has been a keen amateur astronomer for many years with a strong interest in CCD imaging. He teaches astronomy at Woking and Bracknell College and is currently the Chair of Newbury Astronomical Society.
George will be talking about the challenges and pleasures of imaging astronomical objects and the wonders of the universe in the sky at night.
Located in Reading, Berkshire, George has been a keen amateur astronomer for many years with a strong interest in CCD imaging. He teaches astronomy at Woking and Bracknell College and is currently the Chair of Newbury Astronomical Society.
George will be talking about the challenges and pleasures of imaging astronomical objects and the wonders of the universe in the sky at night.
The winners will be announced for our May themed project: CITYSCAPE / TOWNSCAPE
Venue: Thatcham Football Club @ 7.30p.m.
Venue: Thatcham Football Club @ 7.30p.m.
June
8 June
Field Trip - Pangbourne Walkabout
Field Trip - Pangbourne Walkabout
Presented by: The Committee
As the evenings get lighter, we venture out into the world and visit Pangbourne for a walkabout photoshoot.
Near Reading, Pangbourne is located on the South bank of the River Thames with the village of Whitchurch-on-Thames on the opposite North bank. The Whitchurch Bridge connects the two villages.
Views of the river from the bridge and along the riverside walk through Pangbourne Meadow provide many photo opportunities. There is a large weir across the river opposite The Swan pub, with a church and a small collection of shops providing a variety of different things to photograph.
Car sharing will be encouraged to help as many members as possible to join this trip and to minimise travel costs for everyone.
As the evenings get lighter, we venture out into the world and visit Pangbourne for a walkabout photoshoot.
Near Reading, Pangbourne is located on the South bank of the River Thames with the village of Whitchurch-on-Thames on the opposite North bank. The Whitchurch Bridge connects the two villages.
Views of the river from the bridge and along the riverside walk through Pangbourne Meadow provide many photo opportunities. There is a large weir across the river opposite The Swan pub, with a church and a small collection of shops providing a variety of different things to photograph.
Car sharing will be encouraged to help as many members as possible to join this trip and to minimise travel costs for everyone.
Venue: Pangbourne - meeting point and details to be agreed nearer the date.
25 June
Field Trip - Newbury Dominoes
Field Trip - Newbury Dominoes
Presented by: Corn Exchange, Newbury
cornexchangenew.com/event/dominoes
Thousands of concrete blocks installed by hundreds of volunteers will form a meandering line through Newbury, traversing roads, pavements, waterways and parks along a 1km route.At a pre-arranged signal, the first block will fall, knocking over the second, starting a chain reaction – gaining momentum until the toppling blocks surge through the streets, creating a spectacle that is engaging, mesmerising and witty.
TPC have been asked to photograph the event. Our members will be taking photos of the volunteers setting up the blocks, the public watching the spectacle and the drama of the blocks falling.
cornexchangenew.com/event/dominoes
Thousands of concrete blocks installed by hundreds of volunteers will form a meandering line through Newbury, traversing roads, pavements, waterways and parks along a 1km route.At a pre-arranged signal, the first block will fall, knocking over the second, starting a chain reaction – gaining momentum until the toppling blocks surge through the streets, creating a spectacle that is engaging, mesmerising and witty.
TPC have been asked to photograph the event. Our members will be taking photos of the volunteers setting up the blocks, the public watching the spectacle and the drama of the blocks falling.
Venue: Newbury Town Centre
26 June
Thatcham Family Fun Day
Thatcham Family Fun Day
Presented by: Thatcham Town Council
thatchamtowncouncil.gov.uk/events/a-familyfunday
Back by popular demand a day of activities, stalls, sights and sounds for all the family on Henwick Field, Thatcham.
TPC will be there in our all weather gazebo with examples of our most recent photographs on display and members on hand to discuss your photographic questions.
thatchamtowncouncil.gov.uk/events/a-familyfunday
Back by popular demand a day of activities, stalls, sights and sounds for all the family on Henwick Field, Thatcham.
TPC will be there in our all weather gazebo with examples of our most recent photographs on display and members on hand to discuss your photographic questions.
Venue: Henwick Field, Thatcham
29 June
Field Trip - Burghfield Sailing Club
Field Trip - Burghfield Sailing Club
Presented by: The Committee
Burghfield Sailing Club hosts a weekly pursuit race every Wednesday evening during the months of April through August. We have been invited to take photos at one of these live sailing events. A great opportunity to try our skills at some sports photography, using long lenses and tripods.
We have agreed to share our best photos with the Sailing Club so please be prepared to share your images if you attend.
If the weather is poor, an alternate event will be held at Thatcham Football Club and the Sailing event will be postponed to 27 July.
Burghfield Sailing Club hosts a weekly pursuit race every Wednesday evening during the months of April through August. We have been invited to take photos at one of these live sailing events. A great opportunity to try our skills at some sports photography, using long lenses and tripods.
We have agreed to share our best photos with the Sailing Club so please be prepared to share your images if you attend.
If the weather is poor, an alternate event will be held at Thatcham Football Club and the Sailing event will be postponed to 27 July.
Venue: Burghfield Sailing Club, Theale, RG7 4AP. All members must sign in at the Sailing Club office on arrival.
July
13 July
Field Trip - Thatcham Bowling Club
Field Trip - Thatcham Bowling Club
Presented by: The Committee
The Bowling Club has invited us to photograph one of their competition matches. A chance to capture some 'slow sport' images of the players in action, with some refreshments in the bar afterwards.
The Bowling Club has invited us to photograph one of their competition matches. A chance to capture some 'slow sport' images of the players in action, with some refreshments in the bar afterwards.
Venue: Memorial Playing Fields, Bath Road, Thatcham RG18 3AG @ 7.30p.m.
27 July
Monthly Project - Survey Results, Discussion & Live voting
Monthly Project - Survey Results, Discussion & Live voting
Presented by: The Committee
We will present the results of the recent member survey about the monthly projects and discuss the actions that the committee recommend.
In addition we will anonymously present a slideshow of all the submissions for the July project: MOVEMENT and discuss the merits of each photo. Members will be asked to vote for their favourites live in the room using a paper ballot sheet. The results will be counted after the meeting and announced online a day or two later.
We will present the results of the recent member survey about the monthly projects and discuss the actions that the committee recommend.
In addition we will anonymously present a slideshow of all the submissions for the July project: MOVEMENT and discuss the merits of each photo. Members will be asked to vote for their favourites live in the room using a paper ballot sheet. The results will be counted after the meeting and announced online a day or two later.
Venue: Thatcham Football Club @ 7.30p.m.
August
10 August
Summer BBQ
Summer BBQ
Presented by: The Committee
A casual evening of food incinerated by the committee, and washed down with a glass or two of your favourite tipple.
A great way to relax and reflect on our year so far.... the photos we've taken, the ones that got away, the projects that we'd like to do, and the kit we want to buy!
This event is for TPC members and their invited guests only. There will be a charge of £5 per person.
A casual evening of food incinerated by the committee, and washed down with a glass or two of your favourite tipple.
A great way to relax and reflect on our year so far.... the photos we've taken, the ones that got away, the projects that we'd like to do, and the kit we want to buy!
This event is for TPC members and their invited guests only. There will be a charge of £5 per person.
Venue: Thatcham Football Club @ 7.30pm
13 August
Thames River at Purley Walkabout
Thames River at Purley Walkabout
Presented by: The Committee
A pleasant leisurely walk along the Thames taking photos from Purley to Pangbourne for a round trip of approximately 4.5miles.
We'll meet at the Mad Duck Cafe in Purley at 10:30am for breakfast, then head out when everyone is ready.
Visitors are welcome to join us, but please get in touch beforehand so we can manage numbers.
A pleasant leisurely walk along the Thames taking photos from Purley to Pangbourne for a round trip of approximately 4.5miles.
We'll meet at the Mad Duck Cafe in Purley at 10:30am for breakfast, then head out when everyone is ready.
Visitors are welcome to join us, but please get in touch beforehand so we can manage numbers.
Meeting Point: Mad Duck Cafe, Purley @ 10.30am
31 August
Newbury Walkabout
Newbury Walkabout
Presented by: The Committee
A good old favourite in the warm summer evening... a walkabout photoshoot on the streets of Newbury.
Members are free to walkabout separately or in groups. We'll also have a couple of walking routes printed for members to follow if they wish.
We'll meet at 7pm so that we have almost an hour of daylight... sunset will be at 7:53pm. Time to take a variety of photos, including those for the upcoming projects of Transport and Golden Hour.
There's a good chance we'll end up at a pub too!!
Visitors are welcome to join us, but please get in touch beforehand so we can manage numbers.
A good old favourite in the warm summer evening... a walkabout photoshoot on the streets of Newbury.
Members are free to walkabout separately or in groups. We'll also have a couple of walking routes printed for members to follow if they wish.
We'll meet at 7pm so that we have almost an hour of daylight... sunset will be at 7:53pm. Time to take a variety of photos, including those for the upcoming projects of Transport and Golden Hour.
There's a good chance we'll end up at a pub too!!
Visitors are welcome to join us, but please get in touch beforehand so we can manage numbers.
The winners of our August themed project: LAUGH will be announced online.
Meeting Point: Newbury Library Car Park @ 7pm
Meeting Point: Newbury Library Car Park @ 7pm
September
14 September
Studio Photography
Studio Photography
Presented by: The Committee
A practical evening providing a chance to experiment with taking portrait photos of people using studio lighting and backdrops. There will be models to photograph and experienced members on hand to help you get the most out of the session.
In addition to learning some technical skills, taking portrait photos in this way helps to develop the skills of how to interact with people to get the best out of them in front of the camera.
If you have friends or family interested in being a model, please ask them to send an email to events@thatchamphotoclub.com to get more information.
A practical evening providing a chance to experiment with taking portrait photos of people using studio lighting and backdrops. There will be models to photograph and experienced members on hand to help you get the most out of the session.
In addition to learning some technical skills, taking portrait photos in this way helps to develop the skills of how to interact with people to get the best out of them in front of the camera.
If you have friends or family interested in being a model, please ask them to send an email to events@thatchamphotoclub.com to get more information.
Venue: Thatcham Football Club @ 7.30pm
28 September
how to take bad photos!
how to take bad photos!
Presented by: Darren Pullman - www.pullmanphotography.co.uk
A master-class in how to entertain an audience with dozens of very bad pictures. Fortunately, the many low-grade images will be accompanied by a sparkling commentary from Darren and interspersed with other excellent images that demonstrate his skill as a photographer.
The overall theme of this talk is that the process of taking photographs, and then analysing them critically, should ultimately lead to improvement.
A master-class in how to entertain an audience with dozens of very bad pictures. Fortunately, the many low-grade images will be accompanied by a sparkling commentary from Darren and interspersed with other excellent images that demonstrate his skill as a photographer.
The overall theme of this talk is that the process of taking photographs, and then analysing them critically, should ultimately lead to improvement.
The winners of our September themed project: TRANSPORT will be announced during the meeting.
Venue: Thatcham Football Club @ 7.30pm
Venue: Thatcham Football Club @ 7.30pm