Weekly News #22 23June2024

The results of the VAPS Interclub photography competition have been published. We are pleased to report that MCC came 7th in the Projected Digital Image competition with a score of 293. Congratulations to Frankston Camera Club who came first with a score of 314. We came 21st in the Print competition with a score of 285 and Waverley won the print competition with a score of 320. Congratulations to the winners and to all MCC members who had entires and to all the other clubs.  

VAPS have published presentations of the results on the website: VAPS YouTube Presentation Link

MCC Competition Committee

Congratulations to the following MCC member for their recent success:

• Harry Clarke, together with Dale Murphy, won the 1st Place Audio Visual Award for the VAPS Interclub Competition with the Audio Visual “Mungo National Park”

Please click here for details of the upcoming APJA Level 3 Training. Also find details to enable potential members who would like to get into judging, to sign up for Fast Track training – allowing them to attend & participate in upcoming APJA Training courses for no cost.

If you have any queries or want further clarification, please contact the APJA Training Co-Ordinator – Lyn Haywood – lyn.haywood@gmail.com

Annual Analogue photography exhibition key dates:

• June 24th: 24th Analogue Exhibition entries open
• July 29th: 24th Analogue Exhibition entries close
• 24-25th August: 24th Matting and framing. 25th Framing and hanging
• August 29th: Official opening of the 24th Annual Analogue Exhibition
• August 31, September 1, 7, 8 Exhibition open to public
• September 9 Exhibition taken down and prints collected

You can read the exhibition entry regulations here.

Any queries please contact Greg Branson, APG Coordinator, email: analogue.group@melbournecameraclub.org.au

Showcase Your Creative Photography Skills at the ‘One Light Stand’ Exhibition

We are thrilled to announce the upcoming ‘One Light Stand’ Exhibition, a unique opportunity for our talented photographers to showcase their creative prowess. This exhibition, part of the annual Open House Melbourne event, invites you to explore the artistic potential of using a single artificial light source to create stunning images.

Images MUST be created with only one light source that is not NATURAL LIGHT, STROBES or FLASH.

See the link below for some creative ideas for using one light source.

The ‘One Light Stand’ Exhibition challenges you to think outside the box and produce captivating photographs with the use of only one light source. This is an exceptional chance to engage with the Melbourne community and share your unique vision and creativity.

Why Participate?

Participating in the ‘One Light Stand’ Exhibition not only allows you to showcase your work but also encourages you to experiment with lighting techniques, honing your skills in a focused and innovative way. By limiting the light source, you will learn to manipulate shadows, highlights, and contrasts, resulting in powerful and evocative images.

Entries are open now!!

• You are invited to register your interest now to secure a place in the exhibition, and update your print titles closer to the closing date.
• Closing date: Sunday 7 July 2024, 11.59pm
• Entries are open to all MCC Members

Exhibition Dates

• Saturday & Sunday 20-21 July, 11am-3pm

• Saturday & Sunday 27-28 July, 11am-3pm, Open House Melbourne Weekend

Image: Des Crossley

Justin at Lucky Straps is kindly offering a generous 20% discount exclusively for MCC members on Lucky Straps orders through their website: https://luckystraps.com/

Further details and the discount code is on the Members Resources & Links page on MCC website. 

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

Art On The Pier is currently on display at Kerferd Rd Pier at South Melbourne beach in Albert Park. It was originally launched in Queenscliff in November 2021 and since that time this unique event has grown to include the Rosebud and Kerferd Rd Piers, and has become one of the biggest outdoor art and photography exhibitions in Australia with around 200 works on display.

MCC Member Sally Paterson has some images on display at this exhibition.

Exhibition dates: 1 June to 30 September 2024.

The Mosman Photography Awards are now open 
and entries will close at midnight on Sunday 30th June 2024.

Judging will be completed by the end of July
with shortlisted entries announced early August.

An Awards Event will be held on the evening of
Thursday 26th September, in Archie Bear at Mosman Rowers Club, Sydney.

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:

• Lucky Straps 20% discount for MCC Members
• Spicers paper products
• Photography Studies College (PSC) are offering MCC members 20% discount on printing
• Photobooks: Momento Pro – club offers and book printing is no longer available as the company is closed and has been placed into liquidation.

VAPS NEWSBRIEF

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

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.