Events
- All those attending Society events are responsible for their own actions. Leaders will, to the best of their knowledge, inform those attending of any dangers or areas that could cause concern. All those aged under 16 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
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The 154th International Print Exhibiton in Aberystwyth
3rd September 11 - 8th October 11
The 154th International Print Exhibition will be available to view at Aberystwyth Arts Centre from 3rd September - 8th October. The exhibition is free to view and open to all. If you have any further questions about the venue please contact Eva Ropek, alternatively contact Lesley Goode, Exhibitions Manager on 01225 325724. More info -
2011 Members' Exhibition - Swansea
27th September 11 - 28th October 11
The Royal Photographic Society's biennial exhibition of 100 prints by members of The Society.27th September - 28th October 2011Swansea Grand TheatreSingleton Street SwanseaSA1 3QJwww.swanseasgrand.co.uk For further information about the 2011 Members' Exhibition please click here. More info -
2011 Members' Exhibition
29th September 11 - 21st October 11
Showing of the 2011 D.I Group Member's Exhibition during normal opening hours More info -
The Power of Photography
1st October 11 - 2nd October 11
The Power of Photography A Contemporary Group Event After the success of the ‘Spirit of the Age’ weekend at Birmingham in May 2010, the Contemporary Group are pleased to announce the next forthcoming weekend event, ‘The Power of Photography’. More info -
The Digital Antique Darkroom
1st October 11 - 2nd October 11
Day one 10am-4pm Day Two 10am-4pm About Your TutorChris Darvill graduated with a Photography degree from Plymouth University in 2000 and went on to produce images for national clients within the advertising and marketing sector. More info -
Advisory Day for LRPS and ARPS
2nd October 11
An informative day, open to Members and Non-members, for general advice from Ann Miles FRPS and Steven Le Prevost FRPS on the RPS and its Distinctions process. ( LRPS and ARPS only ) On the day, they will be showing successful portfolios from the LRPS and ARPS Visual Art. More info -
Western Region Exhibition
3rd October 11 - 15th October 11
The 2011 Exhibition of photographs by members of the Western Region will be on display at the Podium Gallery, Bath Library from 4th - 15th October. The Exhibition will be opened by the Chair of BANES Council, Councillor Peter Edwards at approx 6. More info -
John Chillingworth Hon FRPS Exhibition - October 2011
3rd October 11 - 28th October 11
Innocence of ChildhoodPhotographs by John Chillingworth Hon FRPS 3rd - 28th October 2011 These pictures of children from the 1950s and ‘60s, a mere fraction of John Chillingworth’s work, are as fresh today as they were when picture magazines were at their zenith. More info -
2011 Print Exhibition Awards
3rd October 11
3 Oct: (Monday) The Library Gallery in the Podium, Bath. 6:30 pm. Medal presentations, Wine, Soft Drinks and Finger Buffet. More info -
Travel Fellowship Assessment
5th October 11
***FULLY BOOKED*** Fellowship is the highest Distinction of The Royal Photographic Society and recognises original work and outstanding ability in a specialist field. It is essential for all applicants to read the Distinctions Handbook before applying Fee: £100 (Once only resubmission to same category £60). More info -
Travel Associateship Assessment
5th October 11
***FULLY BOOKED*** Both members and non-members may apply for the Associateship, which is a more specialised Distinction. It is awarded for a high degree of proficiency and the demonstration of a high technical and visual competence in particular categories. More info -
One day introduction to the digital camera
8th October 11
Are you shooting only in auto button mode? Do you want to get more creative with your camera and understand its buttons and menu functions, but too busy to commit to a less compact and convenient photography courses or read a camera manual? For those with an SLR digital camera who wish to learn about F-stops, shutter speeds, ISO settings and composition as well as creative picture taking. More info -
Field trip to Bude
9th October 11
A Field trip to capture the sunset at Bude. Meet outside the Falcon Inn, Bude, Cornwall EX23 8SD at 2pm. There is a free car park outside the pub and parking along the road up to the breakwater. Anyone wishing to make a full day it is suggested Widemouth Beach, low water is about 11am but there will be no leaders at this time. More info -
Photoshop Demonstration and Training Day
9th October 11
A day of creative photography using Adobe Photoshop CS and Photoshop Elements with Mike Fuller. Mike will be showing us how to get the best from both Adobe Photoshop and Photoshop Elements. The morning session will deal with: Colour management throughout the image making work flow, with a short introduction to colour theory, managing the influence of the workplace on colour perception and how colour is managed within Photoshop. More info -
Flamenco Dance Ph Workshop
9th October 11
The Royal Photographic Society - DI Group Wessex presents Dance Photographic Taster WorkshopNow Fully Booked Venue: Aldbourne Memorial Hall, Aldbourne, Wilts SN8 2DQ Date: Sunday 9th October 2011 Time: 10:00 a. More info -
Landscape Workshop at Ballachulish with Duncan McEwan
9th October 11 - 15th October 11
Landscape Workshop at Ballachulish led by Duncan McEwan Duncan McEwan is a member of Paisley Colour club, a retired science teacher and a brilliant landscape photographer. Until very recently he had devoted his entire photographic life of 40 years, to capturing the Scottish landscape in all its moods. More info -
Guided walk and street shoot in Bath
9th October 11
The Documentary and Visual Journalism Group is organising a guided walk and street shoot in Bath on Sunday 9th October. The Documentary and Visual Journalism Group is organising a special guided walk and street shoot in Bath on Sunday 9th October. More info -
Photoshop and Elements Training Day
9th October 11
A day of creative photography using Adobe Photoshop CS and Photoshop Elements with Mike Fuller. Mike will be showing us how to get the best from both Adobe Photoshop and Photoshop Elements. The morning session will deal with: Colour management throughout the image making work flow, with a short introduction to colour theory, managing the influence of the workplace on colour perception and how colour is managed within Photoshop. More info -
South Wales R.P.S. Audio/Visual Group.
10th October 11
South Wales R.P.S. Audio/Visual Group. Held on the second Monday of the month Sept to May. All meetings will start at 7.30 p.m. and will be held as usual in the Heath Citizens Association, King George V Drive, Cardiff CF14 43P There is no annual subscription and every-one pays on the night. More info -
Visual Art Associateship Assessment
12th October 11
***OCTOBER 12TH FULLY BOOKED*** Both members and non-members may apply for the Associateship, which is a more specialised Distinction. It is awarded for a high degree of proficiency and the demonstration of a high technical and visual competence in particular categories. More info -
Visual Art Fellowship Assessment
13th October 11
***FULLY BOOKED*** Fellowship is the highest Distinction of The Royal Photographic Society and recognises original work and outstanding ability in a specialist field. It is essential for all applicants to read the Distinctions Handbook before applying Fee: £100 (Once only resubmission to same category £60). More info -
Niepce in England
14th October 11
The Royal Society, London, will be hosting a lunchtime lecture about the photographic work of Joesph Nicephore Niepce. For more information click here More info -
Niépce in England
14th October 11
Speaker: Philippa Wright, National Media MuseumIn October 2010 the National Media Museum hosted the 'Niépce in England' Conference where they could announce and share with the photographic, conservation and scientific communities the ground breaking findings which had been discovered during the collaborative research partnership between the National Media Museum (NMeM) and the Getty Conservation Institute (GCI). More info -
Archaeology & Heritage Group Conference
15th October 11
Annual Conference of the Archaeology & Heritage Group, to be held at The Institute, 67 High Street, Leatherhead, Surrey, KT22 8AH Organiser: R. Keith Evans FRPS - 01732 743943 The group conference of the Archaeology & Heritage Group is an annual event featuring photographic presentations on a range of archaeology and heritage topics, reflectiong the interests of our members. More info -
Creative Group Meeting of the Year
16th October 11
There will be two speakers contributing to this meeting: Roy Carey FRPS, DPAGB, APAGB, BPE2*, our first speaker, is a member of Maidstone Camera Club. His talk is entitled “Myways”. Roy is a lecturer and judge in the Kent County Photographic Association. More info -
Swindon and Cirencester Area Meeting
16th October 11
16 Oct: Cirencester and Swindon Area Members Meeting: Venue to be announced. (10.00 - 13.00) £5.00 includes tea, coffee, cakes and biscuits. Bring along Members Prints, AV's and Projected Images. More info -
Thames Valley AGM
16th October 11
The Annual General Meeting of the Thames Valley Region was held at Drake Hall, Amersham Community Centre, Chiltern Avenue, Amersham, HP6 5AH. The Minutes of the previous meeting (January 2011) were accepted. More info -
Thames Valley Print Exhibition and Joint Meeting
16th October 11
Thames Valley Region met jointly with the Imaging Science Group at Drake Hall, Community Centre, Chiltern Avenue, Amersham HP6 5AH In the morning, members brought 3 prints, which were presented to and discussed by our guest selector, Colin Harrison FRPS. More info -
The 154th International Print Exhibition in Bath
20th October 11 - 23rd November 11
The 154th International Print Exhibition will be available to view at the Royal United Hospital from the 20th October - 23rd November. The exhibition is free to view and open to all. If you have any further questions regarding the venue please contact Tony Smith, alternatively contact Lesley Goode, Exhibitions Manager on 01225 325724. More info -
RPS Northern AV Group Meeting
22nd October 11
RPS Northern AV Group Meeting St John's Church Hall, Snods Edge, Shotley Bridge DH8 9TJ Saturday 22nd October 2011, at 10 a.m. Booking Form may be downloaded here. Laurie Ramsay: “Nature Trail” Laurie – a regular provider of Natural History images for the Yorkshire Wild Life Trust – will show some of his excellent natural history sequences, which include narration, and he will give advice and tell the audience when, how, and where he gets such wonderful and unusual shots of his subjects. More info -
Taunton Area Meeting
23rd October 11
24 Jul: Taunton and Surrounding Area Members Meeting: Ilton Village Hall, Ilton (10.00 - 13.00) £5.00 includes tea, coffee, cakes and biscuits. Bring along Members Prints, AV's and Projected Images. More info -
DI Group Thames Valley Centre
23rd October 11
MACRO & ART PHOTOGRAPHYJohn Humphrey The day will review a range of artistic processes in the fields of macro and art photography. John will demonstrate the techniques and equipment required to produce high-quality macro and close-up images. More info -
Advisory Day LRPS and ARPS
23rd October 11
A day open to both members and non-members of the Society, this is intended to assist anyone considering an application to the Distinctions Panels. Panel members will be Tony Wharton FRPS who will advise on Natural History for the ARPS and Roger Parry ARPS, who will advise on the LRPS. More info -
Photo Forum Dingwall
23rd October 11
An informal day to meet members bring along your prints and slides on the day for discussion and comment. Tee Coffee and lunch provided More info -
Lecture Series An Evening with Alan and Annie
24th October 11
An evening with Alan Millward FRPS and Ann Sutcliffe FRPS.Sponsored by the Fotospeed Lecture Service More info -
The Falklands - Dickie Duckett FRPS tbc
24th October 11
The Royal Photographic Society South Wales Region.Monday 24 October 2011Dickie Duckett FRPS Lecture"The Falklands " digital images & prints tbc at Lecture Room 1 The Centre for Art, Design and Media,Swansea Metropolitan University. More info -
Lecture Series 2011 An Evening with Alan and Annie
25th October 11
AN Evening with Alan Millward FRPS and Ann Sutcliffe FRPS Sposored by the Fotospeed Lecture Service More info -
Lecture Series 2011 An evening with Alan and Annie
26th October 11
An evening with Alan Millward FRPS and Ann Sutcliff FRPS Sponsored by the Fotospeed Lecture Service More info -
Lecture Series 2011 An evening with Alan and Annie
27th October 11
An evening with Alan Millward FRPS and Ann Sutcliff FRPS Sponsored by the Fotospeed Lecture Service More info -
Lecture Series 2011 An evening with Alan and Annie
28th October 11
An evening with Alan Milleard FRPS and Ann Sutcliff FRPS Sponsored by the Fotospeed Lecture Service More info -
Field trip to Lukesland Gardens
30th October 11
NOTE THE EARLY START TIME the gardens are opening early for us, normal opening is 11am. An array of autumn colours can be seen. Entry to the gardens is £4.50 unless we have a group of 20+ in which case the entry fee is £4. More info -
2011 International Projected Image Exhibition in Cheshire
30th October 11
International Projected Images Exhibition at Chester Zoo. More details to follow. More info -
2011 International Projected Image Exhibition in Cheshire
30th October 11
International Projected Image Exhibition 2011 Date: Sunday 30th Octopber 2011 Venue: Chester Zoo Auditorium Entrance: £9:00 which also gives admission to the Zoo from 10:00AM. Exhibition Venue Doors Open 1. More info










