Epson Stylus Photo R2000 For Sale

A3 Printer, Epson Stylus Photo R2000, Brand New Unopened - £300 (Amazon price £418.99)

Please contact Colin Fletcher or alternatively, a Committee member.

Astronomy Photographer of the Year

20th September 2012 - 17th February 2013

The Royal Observatory Greenwich is showing the winning images of Astronomy Photographer of the Year 2012. This free exhibition showcases some incredible images of the sky, ranging from within our solar system to far into deep space.

The transit of Venus, comets, nebulae, aurorae and more can be found in the images on display. Winning entries have come from all around the world in another record-breaking year, with more images entered than ever before.

Entrance is free.

For further details of opening times, please use the following link:

http://www.rmg.co.uk/visit/exhibitions/astronomy-photographer-of-the-year/

Ansel Adams and American Nature

Best known for his dramatic and evocative landscapes, Ansel Adams is considered one of the most influential photographers in US history. He produced beautiful images of American nature - from high mountains and thick forests, to the rugged ocean shoreline.

To celebrate his pioneering work, the National Maritime Museum at Greenwich in London has brought together more than 100 of his most powerful pictures.

To read more please use the following link

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/magazine-20304829

Bird & Wildlife Equipment Day

Roman River Valley Nature Photography (www.romanrivervalley.co.uk) is working with London Camera Exchange and the Essex Wildlife Trust to mount a Bird and Wildlife Photography Equipment Day at the Essex Wildlife Trust's Fingringhoe Wick Visitor Centre on the 16th December 2012.  This event will be a joint effort at which Roman River will demonstrate the basic techniques of Bird and Wildlife Photography and LCE will display and demo their comprehensive range of photographic equipment which is particularly suited to Bird and Wildlife Photography. LCE and the Trust will publicise the Event over the coming weeks. Members of Upminster Camera Club are welcome.

The Lane Still Life Trophy

Here are the results for The Lane Still Life Trophy. Thanks to our judge on the night Graham Parry.

1st - Dave Wilcox - Framed

2nd - Brian Clark- A Wee Dram

3rd - Linda Brien - High Tee

HC - Mick Ladner - Keeping Time

Metre Cup Results

Here are the results for The Metre Cup. Thanks to our judge on the night Graham Parry.
1st - Sarah Brigden - Blue Berry Topping
2nd - John Pridham - Woodstock Lock and Key Circa 1860
3rd - Sarah Brigden - Fairies Bonnets
HC - Jeff Oliver - Butter Caps

Looking to be inspired?

Here is a website worth a look if you are after a bit of inspiration.
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