Results for competitions in September – Open
There were 16 entries that were rated the highest by our judge(s).
Members can view all images and comment on them by following this link
View / Comment entries in September – Open
click here to see a pdf catalog of all competition results
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Determination Debbie Sutton – 13 Open Colour Large Print 
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The shadow of prayer Brad Le Brocque – 13 Open Mono Large Print 
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Cumquats Graeme Wright – 13 Digital Open 
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African Sunset Julie Rathbone – 13 Digital All Rounder – Photo Travel 
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Round One Grahame Smith – 12 Digital Open 
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The red queen Brad Le Brocque – 11 Open Colour Large Print 
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Little Gangster Julie Rathbone – 11 Open Mono Large Print 
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Late Afternoon Song Julie Rathbone – 11 Digital Open 
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The Great Wall Rob Lord – 11 Digital All Rounder – Photo Travel 
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Two Cute Grahame Smith – 10 Open Colour Large Print 
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We three kings Debbie Sutton – 10 Open Mono Large Print 
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Dragonfly to Eat David Henderson – 10 Digital Open 
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Lightning rain lagoon Brad Le Brocque – 10 Digital Open 
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Tomato Graeme Wright – 10 Digital Open 
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Oondooroo Station Queensland copy Christine Regan – 10 Digital Open 
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Keep the Fire Burning Naidoc Week Christine Regan – 10 Digital All Rounder – Photo Travel 
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by Petro Holowinskyj, September 4, 2024
MCC – SEPTEMBER UPDATE
This is a busy time of year for the club with lots of opportunities for members to use and extend their photographic skills.
10th September Workshop: Images for the FCC Interclub – Mick Lynch
Please see separate email (4/9/24) with all the details.
17th September – Two Edits
Rob Lord is busy coordinating this annual activity. Please send your edited files back to Rob before the deadline – Friday 16 August.
Sculpture in the Vineyard – Wollombi
This event is fast approaching – 17th – 19th September. The invitation to photograph this event is a result of the exhibition we held in February.
All the details were in an email – 20/8/24.
We are the only photographers invited to participate, so it will be great to have full-on support from all members.
Please register your interest with Wayne Munce (we.munce@bigpond.com) and he will provide you with more details and a map.
Photo Hunt – 21st September to 5th October
This is a fun digital competition organised by Sue Joy to encourage members to get out and about with their cameras, into the fresh spring air!
Details will be posted on the website just before the commencement of this activity.
There will be six subjects or categories. Images must be taken during these dates.
Entries can be uploaded into the portal in the members section of the website.
PSA Interclub
Deadline for entries in this competition is 27/10/24.
28th September Excursion
The excursion this month is to the Hunter Region Botanic Gardens at Heatherbrae.
Meet in the carpark at 9.00am.
by Debbie Sutton, September 4, 2024
MCC AUGUST UPDATE #2
As we roll towards the end of the year camera club gets very busy – hence a second update for the month!
Two Edits
Remember to send your files for Two Edits to Rob Lord. Full details on the website homepage.
Presentation 13th August – Editing Images: Julie Rathbone
Julie is a master editor and there is so much to learn to her. This is a unique experience and not to be missed.
Presentation/Workshop 20th August – A One Night Challenge: Colour
Throughout the year we have been focusing on developing our understanding of colour and how to use it in our photography.
This is a challenge night where small groups will choose a brief based on a colour. The group will then work to produce images that fulfil the brief. The night will conclude with an image evaluation/discussion.
This is bound to be a great night as groups work toward getting the title deeds to the sheep station that awaits the winner!
Please bring: Camera or mobile phone with camera, tripod, any continuous light source devices you have may also be useful. A laptop may also be useful for a little bit of editing!
Morning Group Excursion – 27th August
This month’s excursion is to Walka Water Works.
Address: S Willards Ln, Oakhampton Heights NSW 2320
Time: 9.00am
https://www.maitland.nsw.gov.au/facilities/walka-water-works
by Debbie Sutton, August 8, 2024
Results for competitions in August – Set Subject: Architecture
There were 9 entries that were rated the highest by our judge(s).
Members can view all images and comment on them by following this link
View / Comment entries in August – Set Subject: Architecture
click here to see a pdf catalog of all competition results
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The City Reflected Nancy Morley – 13 Digital All Rounder – Creative (Architecture) 
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Grand entry Debbie Sutton – 12 Colour Large Print – Set Subject Architecture 
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Hateigskirkja Church Phil Whiteman – 12 Mono Large Print – Set Subject Architecture 
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Religious Simplicity Allison Hayes – 12 Digital – Set Subject Architecture 
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Reichstag Dome Phil Whiteman – 11 Digital – Set Subject Architecture 
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Kingsley Moon Rob Lord – 11 Digital All Rounder – Creative (Architecture) 
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Civic Fountain Mick Lynch – 10 Colour Large Print – Set Subject Architecture 
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Secret passage Debbie Sutton – 10 Mono Large Print – Set Subject Architecture 
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BANK NSW 3714 Wayne Munce – 10 Digital – Set Subject Architecture 
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by Petro Holowinskyj, August 7, 2024
TWO EDITS – 2024
The full details of the processes involved in ‘Two Edits’ have been emailed to all members on 6/8/24.
Below is a quick reference summary.
Dates and Instructions:
- Send two unedited RAW files to Rob Lord – Friday 16 August
- Send your edited versions of these same two files to Rob Lord – Friday 16 August
- Edit the RAW images from other members and return them to Rob – 1 September.
- Send files using WeTransfer – https://wetransfer.com/
- Rob’s email address – mrroblord@gmail.com
by Debbie Sutton, August 6, 2024
MCC August Update – #1
It has been a busy time for photographers over the last few weeks with camera club stuff, NPF and a set subject! So, a few things to ensure we are organised and on track for a successful month.
August Competition – Set Subject: Architecture
A reminder that set subjects apply to all sections of the competition.
Competition Night Judging
On Tuesday evening Diane Schofield will be our judge. Diane has some significant health challenges at the moment and is immune-compromised. This means Diane will wear a mask and we have to ensure we give Diane ‘space’ and don’t get too close during the evening. If you are unwell, please don’t come to our meeting. If you have prints and want to drop them off either Petro or I will put them up, take them down and store them for you.
It would be wonderful if we could all respect Diane for her willingness to continue to use her vast knowledge for our benefit and ensure that we maintain an environment that does not compromise her health and ensures she feels safe and supported.
Purchasing Mat Boards
The system for purchasing mat boards is working much better. Thank you to all members for your assistance.
If you need to purchase mat boards you need to:
- Transfer money to the MCC account:
BSB 062-805
Account No: 10484948
Account name: Maitland Camera Club
- Cost: $10.00 for 3 boards
- See Phil, or Debbie who will assist you with the stock
- Fill in the stock tracking form and show your electronic transfer receipt.
Sculpture in the Vineyard – Wollombi
This event is fast approaching – 17th – 19th September. The invitation to photograph this event is a result of the exhibition we held in February. We are the only photographers invited to participate, so it will be great to have full-on support from all members.
More details soon!
MCC Facebook Pages
As a club we have two Facebook pages. A public page which promotes the club and the images of members. Thank you to Sue Joy who maintains this site for us.
The second site is a Member’s only site. If you wish to join, you need to access the site and make a request – https://www.facebook.com/groups/1785743194996558
Minutes and financial reports
If you are interested in the minutes of MCC meetings, financial reports or you can’t sleep and have nothing interesting to read, then the meeting records are on the MCC website under the Member’s Documents tab.
by Debbie Sutton, July 31, 2024
APS Australia Cup Results
A Zoom was conducted on Friday and the results of this competition announced.
The cup was won by Australian Image World Culture.
The Gold Medal was awarded to Photo Arts Club Tweed, Silver to Hornsby Heights CC and Bronze to Australian Horizons Photo Club who were the 2023 winners.
In terms of local standings, as a club, we did very well.
Maitland CC 6th
Lake Macquarie CC 13th
Wangi Workers CC 14th
The Entrance CC 23rd
Central Coast CC 25th
In terms of individual results, congratulations to Phil Whiteman for taking away a judges choice award and $50.00.
As a club we can be very proud of our result, which is a one place improvement on last year.
Thank you to all members who submitted images and participated in the workshop held in May.
A huge thank you to Neville for his coordination and to Sharron for assisting in the process. They both have a very good eye for a quality image.
by Debbie Sutton, July 28, 2024
Morning Group Excursion – 23rd July
The Tuesday morning group will meet at Market Town Newcastle at 9.00am for an excursion focussed on city architecture.
Address: Market Town Shopping Centre. 23 Steel St, Newcastle West, 2302
by Debbie Sutton, July 16, 2024
TOMORROW’S EXCURSION HAS BEEN CANCELLED
The weather forecast was a concern before but this afternoon it has become 50% worse in terms of lower temperature, stronger winds and possible rain. That sounds like no fun for anyone and it will be impossible to keep a tripod still with 35km winds and stronger gusts, so we have decided to cancel the event.So it is back to the Kurri Kurri Bowlo for dinner and a session on editing with Mick Lynch and Brad. Come along with your questions and challenges and there is bound to be someone in the room with an answer, idea or two.
by Debbie Sutton, July 15, 2024
Changes to 16th July – Night Architecture Excursion
After a couple of trips into the city over the last week I think it is best if we change the details for the excursion planned for next Tuesday.
Where: Meet in the carpark on the corner of Hannell Street and Honeysuckle Drive. This car park is paid parking, however the proximity to the Newcastle Interchange will also give members an opportunity to use public transport.
When: Around 5.30 – 6pm.
What: This will give members the opportunity to walk around the city or catch a tram and move further towards the east. There are quite a few newer buildings down this end of town and the university buildings around Civic are interesting.
Dinner: The Honeysuckle Hotel has quite a few options and is the closest to the carpark. The Bistro is open until 9.00pm.
Weather: At this stage the weather does not look great. At 6pm – 12.7 degrees, 33km winds (WNW) and a 5% chance of rain!
by Debbie Sutton, July 12, 2024
