Events Calendar
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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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155th International Print Exhibition Opens in London
19th July 12 - 9th September 12
The 155th International Print Exhibition will be on display at Allen and Overy from the 19th July - 9th September. The exhibition is free to view and open to all.Opening times: Monday - Friday 9. More info -
Exhibition: Celebrating a Summer of Sport
5th August 12 - 16th September 12
The Royal Photographic Society (RPS) opens a ‘pop up’ window exhibition in Bath city centre on 5 August. The dramatic window-display showcases winners and short-listed entries from the first part of The Society’s online Summer of Sport photography competition titled ‘Sport for All’. More info -
Visual Art Group Members' Exhibition 2012
5th August 12 - 2nd September 12
The reduced Visual Art Group Members' Exhibition 2012 is sharing space with the RPS 150th International Exhibition of Photography. More info -
Scottish Members Print Exhibition 2011
18th August 12 - 16th September 12
Stirling RFC, Bridgehaugh, Stirling More info -
DVJ Group Workshop: Gay Pride, Brighton
1st September 12
Trevor Gellard FRPS will be leading a mentored walk along the seafront of Brighton during Gay Pride. After a brief introduction at 10.00, participants will be set a challenge and given some hints and tips on how to tackle it. More info -
Licentiateship & Associateship Advisory Day in Scotland
1st September 12
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. Covering Licentiate and Associate in Visual Art and Nature. More info -
Des Clinton in Northallerton
3rd September 12
Des Clinton in Northallerton Des Clinton FRPS FIPS comes from Drogheda in Eire and has been involved in photography at local, national and International level for more than 30 years. He is essentially a documentary photographer and has won many awards and distinctions for his individual images and panels of pictures. More info -
Travel Fellowship Assessment
3rd September 12
***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 lastest Distinctions Handbook before applying (issue 4). More info -
Travel Associateship Assessment
3rd September 12
***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 -
Des Clinton in Gosforth
4th September 12
Des Clinton in Gosforth Des Clinton FRPS FIPS comes from Drogheda in Eire and has been involved in photography at local, national and International level for more than 30 years. He is essentially a documentary photographer and has won many awards and distinctions for his individual images and panels of pictures. More info -
Macro and Art Photography - Intermediate
4th September 12 - 5th September 12
Two-Day Workshop This workshop will follow on from the one-day event. Attendance at the one-day is not essential, but basic familiarity with close-up techniques and with digital image manipulation will be assumed. More info -
Lecture: Joel Meyerowitz - Taking My Time: Photographs 1962-2012
5th September 12
*** THIS EVENT HAS NOW SOLD OUT *** The Royal Photographic Society in partnership with The Photographers' Gallery is presenting New York award winning photographer Joel Meyerowitz in a public lecture. More info -
Des Clinton in Penrith
5th September 12
Des Clinton in Penrith Des Clinton FRPS FIPS comes from Drogheda in Eire and has been involved in photography at local, national and International level for more than 30 years. He is essentially a documentary photographer and has won many awards and distinctions for his individual images and panels of pictures. More info -
RPS Lecture - Smethwick
6th September 12
In association with Smethwick Photographic Society from their 2011-2012 Programme: An evening with Trevor and Faye Yerbury : "Professional Portraiture and Figure Photography" For more details about Smethwick Photographic Society and directions to their club rooms please look at: http://www. More info -
Multimedia & Narrative Advisory Day
6th September 12
This Advisory day has been postoned until the 20th June This is an Advisory Day for anyone who is thinking about applying for the Multimedia and Narrative category. For more details on Multimedia and Narrative click here It's essential you read the MMN distinction requirements before arriving: http://www. More info -
Des Clinton in Durham
6th September 12
Des Clinton in Durham Des Clinton FRPS FIPS comes from Drogheda in Eire and has been involved in photography at local, national and International level for more than 30 years. He is essentially a documentary photographer and has won many awards and distinctions for his individual images and panels of pictures. More info -
Annual Awards Ceremony 2012
6th September 12
The 2012 Annual Award Ceremony will be held during the evening of Thursday 6 September. The event will again take place at the Royal Society in London. More details will be available in the Summer. For further information please contact Jo Macdonald. More info -
A Year in the Life of Stowe
7th September 12 - 23rd September 12
A year in the Life of Stowe An exhibition of photographic prints by Martin Fletcher LRPS in the Bennett Room, New Inn Farm, Stowe, Buckingham, MK18 5EQ. In 2011, Martin, a member of the Archaeology & Heritage Group, returned weekly to the gardens, recording them in all seasons and all moods. More info -
Des Clinton in Whickham
7th September 12
"My Latest Adventures with the Camera" Des Clinton FRPS FIPS comes from Drogheda in Eire and has been involved in photography at local, national and International level for more than 30 years. He is essentially a documentary photographer and has won many awards and distinctions for his individual images and panels of pictures. More info -
Celebrate Distinctions 2012
8th September 12
Celebrate Distinctions 2012 8th September 2012- A date for the diary. Join us for the day to view successful Distinction panels from all levels and categories from 2012. This is a great opportunity for anyone interested in the Royal Photographic Society's Distinctions. More info -
Introduction to Photoshop
8th September 12 - 9th September 12
Book Here:February 9th - 10thMay 18th - 19thTime: Saturday 10am - 5pm/Sunday 10am - 4.30pm Over this two day course learn many different aspects of Photoshop from an introduction to Adobe Bridge and Adobe Camera Raw through to Photoshop. More info -
Graham Nash - Guest Speaker at the Pacific Chapter meeting on September 9th
9th September 12
Buy Tickets at $12 Graham Nash has helped shape the world around him through ideas, innovations, and influential works of art for more than four decades. One of music’s most legendary singer-songwriters and vocal harmonists, Nash has been inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame twice—once with The Hollies in 2010 and once with Crosby, Stills & Nash in 1997; Nash was also inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame in 2009. More info -
SW Region VA Day with Steve Le Prevost FRPS
9th September 12
We are delighted to welcome Steve Le Prevost for a day of inspirational visual art photography. We shall meet for coffee at 10 am and Steve will start showing us his work at 10.30. After lunch Steve will show more of his work and discuss the methods he uses. More info -
Distinctions Advisory Day - NW Region
9th September 12
======================= PLACES FOR PARTICIPANTS ARE NOW FULLY BOOKED However, there are still places available for observers. ======================= Distinctions Advisory Day at Hough End Centre, Mauldeth Road West, Manchester M21 7SX - within easy reach of the Motorways. More info -
"Portraits" - Joyce Mollet ARPS
10th September 12
Mon 10 Sept "Portraits" - Joyce Mollet ARPS Joyce Mollet of Llanelli Photographic Society, was awarded her ARPS in Bath in 2011.Meeting will be held in Lecture Room 1, Dynevor Campus, Centre for Art, Design & Media, Swansea Metropolitan University, De-La-Beche Street, Swansea SA1 3EPlease use the rear entrance off Pell Street & Horton St, in Central Swansea. More info -
Lecture: Steve Sasson - Disruptive Innovation: The Story of the First Digital Camera
10th September 12
In partnership with the National Media Museum and The RPS Historical Group Steve Sasson: Disruptive Innovation: The Story of the First Digital Camera Monday, 10 September 2012, 6.30pm for 7pm at the Science Museum, Fellows Room, Exhibition Road, London, SW7 2DD Steve Sasson is credited with inventing the digital camera creating the first digital camera prototype in 1975 for the Eastman Kodak Company. More info -
Natural History Fellowship Assessment
12th September 12
***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 -
Natural History Associateship Assessment
12th September 12
***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 -
Visit to Royal Institute of British Architects
13th September 12
This outing to the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) in London affords an opportunity to visit the RIBA Library and Photographic Archive, and to see and discuss some of the many thousands of photographs, old and new, held there. More info -
Natural History Fellowship Assessment
13th September 12
***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 -
Natural History Associateship Assessment
13th September 12
***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 -
Vintage Transport at the National Tramway Museum
14th September 12
Photographers will be based at the stunning hillside site where vintage trams operate throughout the day on over two miles of track (return), taking in a period cobbled village, woodland and open countryside as they travel, with stunning pictures to be had around every bend! www. More info -
RPS International AV Festival
14th September 12 - 16th September 12
The Committee of the Royal Photographic Society International Audio Visual Festival wishes to invite you to participate in this forthcoming event. It will be held at the customary venue of the Royal Agricultural College in Cirencester, from Friday 14th September to Sunday 16th September 2012. More info -
Contemporary North East
15th September 12
Inaugural meeting of the Contemporary sub-group for Yorkshire and the North East. Free and open to everyone including non-members. For full details please see the Contemporary Group sub-page for Contemporary North East. More info -
One day introduction to the digital camera
15th September 12
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 -
155th International Print Exhibition in Banbury
15th September 12 - 10th November 12
The 155th International Print Exhibition will be on display at Banbury Museum & Gallery from the 15th September - 10 November 2012. The exhibition is free to view and open to all. More info -
RPS DI Group Midlands: Annual Workshop
16th September 12
Never quite sure which paper to use for an image? Do your prints never look quite as good as they do on the monitor? Looking for some simple tips on using some of the more powerful tools in Photoshop? Then come along for a whole day of entertaining and useful advice on improving your images. More info -
Mark Mumford FRPS - NOTE NEW DATE and VENUE!
16th September 12
ALL DAY: "GORILLA IN A YELLOW FIELDSURREAL PHOTOGRAPHIC ART"Mark Mumford FRPS PLEASE NOTE THE CHANGE OF DATE AND VENUE FOR THIS EVENT Mark will talk about his artistic background and how it has influenced his work today. More info -
Field trip to Carnewas & Bedruthan Steps
16th September 12
Field Trip: Carnewas and Bedruthan Steps Bedruthan, near Padstow, Cornwall PL27 7UW Beach and surrounding coastline with sea stacks.. Meet: NT Carpark Carnewas grid ref. 851690 at 10.30am, by cafe /shop/toilets Information: Low water is at 12. More info -
Contemporary Fellowship Assessment
19th September 12
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 -
Prestige Tour of International Speakers
19th September 12
Special Prestige Tour of International Speakers Jacques van de Weerdt from Belgium and Jean-Paul Petit from France. Both are award winning Diaporamists (Audio-Visual), presenters, judges, and authors of books. More info -
Contemporary Associateship Assessment
19th September 12
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 -
Prestige Tour of International Speakers
21st September 12
Special Prestige Tour of International Speakers Jacques van de Weerdt from Belgium and Jean-Paul Petit from France. Both are award winning Diaporamists (Audio-Visual), presenters, judges, and authors of books. More info -
Jurassic Coast Landscape Photography Workshop with Kathy White
23rd September 12
Fully Boked Taking Reserved Listings Only Jurassic Coast Landscape Photography Workshop with Kathy White Old Granary Bar & Restaurant, The Quay, Wareham,Dorset, BH20 4LP 11:00 registration 11:30 start, 19:30hrs finish. More info -
Licentiateship Assessment Day
23rd September 12
***FULLY BOOKED FOR APPLICATIONS*** *Please note, All applications must be sent to the Distinctions department, at Fenton House, Bath. OBSERVERS WELCOME Place to observe are free for Members & £5 for Non-members. More info -
Prestige Tour of International Speakers
23rd September 12
Special Prestige Tour of International Speakers Jacques van de Weerdt from Belgium and Jean-Paul Petit from France. Both are award winning Diaporamists (Audio-Visual), presenters, judges, and authors of books. More info -
Workshop & Member's Day
23rd September 12
Sunday September 23rd we will all be enjoying a session from Ann Owens about blending techniques and using textures. Ann is even brave enough to have a go on your images. So if you want to accept her offer then bring along a jpg image on a memory stick for her to upload and experiment with. More info -
Along the Banks of the River Hoogly
26th September 12 - 6th October 12
Members Discounted Rate: £1,650.00 Information to arrive soon. More info -
Professional & Applied Associateship Assessment
26th September 12
***26th & 27th 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 -
Imaging Science Group AGM
26th September 12
The Annual General Meeting of the Imaging Science Group will be held at 2.30pm on Wednesday 26 September 2012 at the Soroptimist Club, 63 Bayswater Road, London, W2 3PH. The Soroptimist Club is a short walk from Lancaster Gate tube station (turn right on leaving the station). More info -
Professional & Applied Fellowship Assessment
27th September 12
***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 -
Professional & Applied Associateship Assessment
27th September 12
***26th & 27th 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 -
Annual General Meeting 2012
29th September 12
The Annual General Meeting of The Society will be held at the National Media Museum, Bradford. The business of the meeting will be to: receive the Minutes of the 2011 Annual General Meeting, as previously circulated approve the Trustees' Report and Accounts for the year ended 31 December 2011, as previously circulated to authorise the Council of The Royal Photographic Society of Great Britain to appoint and to agree a fee for The Society auditors in 2012. More info -
RPS Members' Day at the National Media Museum
30th September 12
The National Media Museum opened in 1983 and houses the UK’s national collection of photography. In 2003 The Society’s Collection was passed to the museum making Bradford the location of the world’s most important collection of historic photographs and cameras. More info