Weekly News #16 12May2024 – Melbourne Camera Club

Interested in printing your images?

Join us on Thursday night at the clubrooms (or via Zoom), for an enlightening exploration of state-of-the-art printing techniques that promise to elevate your photography printing.

Michael Marlborough from Kayell Australia, will deliver a presentation on the intricate world of printing technologies, focusing on the evolution and application of large format printing. With a deep-seated expertise in EPSON Large Format Printers, Michael brings an extensive background in sales and technical support, making him a leading authority in the field. His session will cover key aspects of color management, from capture through to the final print, emphasising the importance of ICC profiling, paper choice and screen calibration to achieve precise, vibrant results.

Attendees will gain invaluable insights into optimising their printing processes and enhancing output quality, benefiting from Michael’s vast experience and practical knowledge.

Image: The Pit – Jo Kneebone (Best – Set Subject (Photojournalism) B Grade Print – May 2024)

News Updates

Special Event: *Zoom Only* Camberwell Interclub Nature Competition Awards Night

Camberwell Camera Club in the fine tradition of the Glennie (an international all-nature club competition that operated for many years), hosts what is now an Interclub Competition of participating Australian clubs’ showcasing the highest standard of nature photography.

MCC once again participated by entering our best Nature photos as part of the MCC club entry.

Join us this Monday night, on Zoom at 7.30pm, to find out how the Melbourne Camera Club went in the Camberwell Interclub Nature Competition.

The meeting will be hosted by Camberwell Camera Club, and all clubs’ images will be shown and the winners will be announced.

Zoom link:

First Aid Qualifications?

Do you hold First Aid certification or medical qualifications? We’d like to note your skills by adding an icon to your nametag in case of any medical emergencies at the clubrooms.

If you’re certified in First Aid or possess medical qualifications, please let us know. Kindly reach out to our Secretary with your certification information.

Email: secretary@melbournecameraclub.org.au

Email Secretary

Call Out to All Nature Photographers

The MCC is pleased to announce that it will be holding its fifth nature exhibition in June this year. The theme for this year’s exhibition is ‘All Creatures Great and Small‘ and there will be both a ‘true nature’ section, and a ‘creative nature’ section.

Important Dates

Registration closing date: 9 June
Print drop off: 13 June
Opening event: 20 June
Exhibition dates: 21-23 June

If you are not sure whether your images are appropriate or have any questions, please feel free to reach out to our team beforehand at mcc-nature@melbournecameraclub.org.au

Registration and further details can be found at the link below. Please note you can register now and add in titles at a later date.

So please start thinking about what you might want to exhibit and get your registrations in.

Nature Exhibition Terms & Conditions

APS Australian Cup – Entries close next Sunday 19 May!

MCC will be entering a club entry in the annual APS Australian Cup.

Please submit your entries as early as possible – there were some great images in last years Monthly and End of Year competitions, which would be suitable for this exhibition.

The theme this year is THIS IS AUSTRALIA

Any image that shows a flavour of life in Australia including landscapes, people, events and places including architecture, birds and animals.

The MCC entry portal is now open for submission of your images, and all the information you need is on the MCC Club Competitions page.

We are looking forward to seeing your entries (up to 3 images are allowed) which must be submitted on or before the 19th May 2024.

Submit your entry

What’s On

*Zoom Only* Camberwell Interclub Nature Competition Awards Night

Monday 13 May, 7:30pm

Join us this Monday night, on Zoom, to find out how the Melbourne Camera Club went in the Camberwell Interclub Nature Competition. The meeting is hosted by Camberwell Camera Club, and all clubs’ images will be shown and the winners will be announced.

Zoom link:

Zoom link

Photo Discussion Group

Monday 13 May, 8:00pm

The Photo Discussion Group provides a regular forum where you can discuss your passion for photography with like-minded people.

Whatever your interests – photographic genres, image capture, image processing, printing, EDI, the latest tools, or just looking for tips – you will not be disappointed.

Conceptual Photography Group – Hybrid Meeting

Wednesday 15 May, 7.30pm

Interview with Ali Choudhry

Ali Choudhry is a photographer whose practice explores our relationship with ourselves, each other, and the world around us. He uses minimalist compositions and subdued colours to truly invoke “breath” to all images.

This interview promises to shed light on the photographer’s creative process and the profound themes that permeate his work, offering a unique perspective on the art of seeing and the power of visual storytelling.

Members can attend the meeting in person at the clubrooms or via Zoom.

Guest Speaker: Michael from Kayell Australia

Thursday 16 May, 8:00pm

Michael Marlborough from Kayell Australia, will deliver a presentation on the intricate world of printing technologies, focusing on the evolution and application of large format printing.

With a deep-seated expertise in EPSON Large Format Printers, Michael brings an extensive background in sales and technical support, making him a leading authority in the field. His session will cover key aspects of color management, from capture through to the final print, emphasising the importance of ICC profiling, paper choice and screen calibration to achieve precise, vibrant results.

Attendees will gain invaluable insights into optimising their printing processes and enhancing output quality, benefiting from Michael’s vast experience and practical knowledge.

Members can attend the meeting in person at the clubrooms or via Zoom.

Link:

MCC Photography Workshops

MCC is offering a number of courses and workshops for photographers over the year ahead. Some workshops are open to Members only, and others are open to the general public and members of other clubs.

Smartphone Photography Workshop

Saturday 1 June, 1pm-4pm
Open to Members & Non-Members
Workshop link

Australian Wildlife Photography Workshop

Saturday 8 June, 1pm
Members Fee $15.00
Workshop link
Open to Members only

The Art of Still Life Photography

Saturday 6 July or Sunday 7 July 1pm-4pm
Members Fee: $55.00
Workshop link
Open to Members & Non-Members

Astro Landscape Photography Experience

Saturday 31 August, 2.30pm
MCC Members only
Workshop link

Western Steampunk Photoshoot Workshop

Saturday 21 September, 1pm-4pm
Members Fee $185.40
Workshop link
Open to Members & Non-Members

Introduction to Lightroom Basics

Saturday 5 October, 9am-4.30pm
Members Fee $89.00
Workshop link
Open to Members & Non-Members

Film Developing and Printing Course

Current courses full, email to join Waitlist for upcoming dates
Workshop link

Introduction to Photography Course

Annually in February and August
Enrolments open for August course
Course link, syllabus and information
Open to Members & Non-Members

What’s On Outside MCC

VIGEX 2024 International Print Salon

The VIGEX Committee invites all club members to participate in the 2024 International PRINT salon which is now open for entries, closing date 24 June 2024.

VIGEX has been running international salons open to both professional and amateur photographers since 1980. We have been successfully hosting and exhibiting both print and digital photography from around the world.

VIGEX Website link

See below for a link to our Print Salon promotion video.

VIGEX Promotion video

Discounts for MCC Members

MCC Members Offer Railway Hotel, South Melbourne (special offer extended)

20% discount on Mains and Pub Classics on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. Exclusions: Specials such as Parma Night and Steak day are not included
When booking a table mention that you are MCC member and advise the staff when ordering

Ongoing discounts and special offers for MCC Members – refer to the Resources and Links page in the Members area of the website:

Spicers paper products
Photography Studies College (PSC) are offering MCC members 20% discount on printing
Photobooks: Momento Pro offer for Club members

Website link

VAPS Information

VAPS CONVENTION & EXHIBITION 2024: BERWICK

The VAPS Committee is pleased to announce this year’s annual convention will be held 14-16 June 2024 at Federation University Australia in Berwick. Program and registrations are open on the VAPS website.

VAPS NEWSBRIEF

Monthly issues of VAPS Newsbrief are available online, published at the start of each month.

Newsbrief link

Celebrating MCC Members’ Photography Success

If you have any recent competition results or photography exhibitions you would like to share to inspire other members in their photography journey, please email the Newsletter team so the website page can be updated and shared in the Weekly News. Deadline Friday evening.

MCC does not endorse any competitions/exhibitions that are listed, the content is for informational purposes.

See past awardees

Editorial Committee: Sally Paterson / Mark Devaraj / Vitas Anderson

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