Chris Hamblett showed both slides and an AV illustrating the thrills and spills of motor-racing, the photographic techniques he employs and the challenges involved in getting the shots. We all know motor racing is dangerous but seems there are quite a few risks in taking photos of it too - long lens seem to be a good answer!
Philip Male showed images from a sequence he entitled 'The Other Side of Me'. Philip is well-known for his splendid images of wildlife but last night he showed mostly black and white street photography, describing the challenges he has faced taking those too! There are quite a few rules that we all need to be aware of when taking this type of photography, including awareness of private and public spaces and security concerns both public and personal - luckily Philip didn't get mown down by a bus in Birmingham!
© Philip Male 2018
This month's members challenge was Tree(s) and it was good to see our newer members submitting images for review (e.g. see Danny's below)
© Danny Wootton 2018
Our latest shoot venue was Slimbridge which was enjoyed in unexpectedly good weather! It proved a good practice space for wildlife shots, though Derek got into taking dormouse shots rather than the birdlife! Another new member, Carolyn, submitted shots too, see below.
© Carolyn Hamblett 2018