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#1

Seminars, Workshops and Trade Shows / Wet Plate Collodion Workshop b...

Last post by Colin Jones - June 06, 2023, 10:21:39 AM

The Societies of Photographers are pleased to announce a new full-day workshop on Wet Plate Collodion.

Join Tom Lee for a full-day workshop on Wet Plate Collodion at Cambrian Photography, Colwyn Bay, North Wales.

Using his own equipment, Tom will demonstrate the wet plate historical technique in an all-day, hands-on workshop.

All necessary equipment and materials will be provided.

• Learn about the process of Wet Plate Collodion
• Use a 5×4″ Large Format Camera
• Learn to sensitise and develop a wet plate
• Take and Process your own Portraits
• Go home with you own 'one of a kind' unique portrait
• Free resource

This seminar is limited on space, so booking early is advised to ensure your place.

For more information, check out the Photography Seminars section of the website.

Dates and Venues

Tuesday 8th August 2023 – Cambrian Photography, Colwyn Bay, North Wales
10am – 4pm

#2

Seminars, Workshops and Trade Shows / 2023 Roadshows - Weston-Super-...

Last post by Ben Jones - May 19, 2023, 08:59:37 AM

Roadshows are the perfect opportunity to catch up with the latest products and services from the trade and gain education from a series of seminars. You can pre-register to any of Roadshows free of charge and they are open to members and non-members alike.

We have got a fantastic line-up of speakers for the second tour of the year.
Gary Hill, Terry Donnelly, Helen Bartlett, Magdalena Sienicka and Maggie Robinson (check each event for the individual line-up)

20th June 2023 – Weston-Super-Mare – Winter Gardens
21st June 2023 – Reading – Green Park Conference Centre
22nd June 2023 – Coventry – Royal Court Hotel

What are you waiting for? Book your tickets today!

http://thesocieties.net/roadshows/

#3

Seminars, Workshops and Trade Shows / Re: 2023 Roadshows - Falkirk -...

Last post by Colin Jones - May 08, 2023, 09:52:57 AM

Join us this week in Falkirk, Newcastle upon Tyne or Wetherby for The Societies of Photographers Roadshows. Register for your free tickets today: https://thesocieties.net/roadshows/

#4

Seminars, Workshops and Trade Shows / 2023 Roadshows - Falkirk - New...

Last post by Colin Jones - April 26, 2023, 12:30:25 PM

Roadshows are the perfect opportunity to catch up with the latest products and services from the trade and gain education from a series of seminars. You can pre-register to any of Roadshows free of charge and they are open to members and non-members alike.

We have got a fantastic line-up of speakers for the first tour.
Gary Hill, Terry Donnelly, Sanjay Jogia and Maggie Robinson (check each event for the individual line-up)

9th May 2023 – Falkirk – Macdonald Inchyra Hotel & Spa
10th May 2023 – Newcastle – Newcastle Racecourse
11th May 2023 – Wetherby – Wetherby Racecourse

What are you waiting for? Book your tickets today!

http://thesocieties.net/roadshows/

#5

Professional Imagemaker – Digital Edition / Professional Imagemaker - Apri...

Last post by The Societies - April 19, 2023, 12:31:51 PM

The April – May 2023 issue of Professional Imagemaker magazine is now available online at:
https://thesocieties.net/magazine/0423.php

Don't forget as a member you get free access to the Digital Edition.

Enjoy 

In this issue:
Photographer of the Year – 2022
The 2023 Awards Presentation Evening
Angela Adams talks to Emma Dunham
Priestley College – The Class of 2022
Tools Not Rules – Joe Lenton
AI and the Fine Art Print
Donatella Nicolini – No Excuses!
Why Digital Photographers Should Try Film – Peter Ellis
Barrie Spence – Fellowship
Tripping the Light Fantastic – Jane Allan
Tracey Lund – Fellowship
Nature in Action – Results
Tom Lee – Oratones
Montizambert 82 – Backlit Drama
Competitions – January 2023
Competitions – February 2023
Competitions _ HC Upgrades from 2022

Cover Image: Hanna Neret – 2022 Photographer of the Year

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#6

Convention 2023 discussion / Last chance to register for yo...

Last post by The Societies - March 12, 2023, 10:12:23 AM

Photographers planning to visit the London-based Photographic Trade Show, can still access the Trade Show element free of charge, if they pre-register before midnight tonight (12th March 2023).

https://thesocieties.net/blog/2023/03/12/last-chance-to-register-for-your-free-tickets-to-the-societies-2023-london-photo-convention-trade-show/

#7

Convention 2023 discussion / London Photo Convention Live S...

Last post by The Societies - March 03, 2023, 10:14:13 AM

The Societies of Photographers have announced its 2023 Live Stage line-up, with some of the best UK photographers billed to appear

The London Photo Trade Show due to take place at the Novotel London West, Hammersmith (16-18 March) have announced their Live Stage Speaker Schedule.

Some of the UK's best photographers are scheduled to share their secrets to creating high-end photography, and brands ready to showcase the products and services that will put you ahead of the game in 2023.

Thursday 16th March 2023

10.30 – Dominic Gurney & Vince Cater – Getting the most out of printing
11.30 – James Musselwhite – Six Short Stories
12:30 – Photographing professional dancers with LED lighting
13:30 – Terry Donnelly – From Beauty to Bedlam
14:30 – Maggie Robinson – Pricing for top package sales
15:30 – Charlie Kaufman FSWPP Hon – Filling your diary with bookings
16:15 – Ian Martindale – Four tips to help grow your business using the right tools

Friday 17th March 2023

10.30 – Dominic Gurney & Vince Cater – Getting the most out of printing
11.30 – Jade Keshia Gordon – Fashion photography through the eyes of JKG
12:30 – Rod Gammons – Creating impactful fashion imagery with LED lighting
13:30 – Hannah Couzens – I'm Never Shooting Mirrorless
14:30 – Emma Jane – Secrets to a successful newborn shoot
15:30 – Charlie Kaufman FSWPP Hon – Filling your diary with bookings
16:15 – Ian Martindale – How to get more photography clients

Saturday 18th March 2023

10.30 – Martin Sturgess – The Importance of Print for the Growth of your Business
11.30 – James Musselwhite – Six Short Stories
12:30 – Commercial beauty portraiture with LED lighting
13:30 – Ian Martindale – Four tips to help grow your business using the right tools
14:30 – Giulia Bigi – Social Media is Dead

You can attend these talks free of charge by pre-registering for Trade Show before 6 March 2023 and avoid £10 entry fee to Trade Show.

For more information on The Societies 2023 Convention, please visit the link below: https://thesocieties.net/convention/

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#8

Convention 2023 discussion / in my happy place today...

Last post by McGillicuddy - March 02, 2023, 03:40:45 PM

in my happy place today playing with some of my favourite PermaJet papers, getting images ready for The Societies of Photographers International convention in London.

Colin, Terrie Ann Jones & the team put so much effort in to the whole event,  it really is worth the trip to the capital.  The print competition is a fabulous way to learn and to watch is free, yes FREE!

It is an event not to miss, if you are really unlucky you may even get to see me... if you do, stop and say "Hi", I'm always happy to chat photography.

Nearly time now, seriously can't wait 😛

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#9

Convention 2023 discussion / Re: Do you fancy coming back t...

Last post by Gillian Devine - February 20, 2023, 12:38:49 PM

I remember the moment I took a deep breath and messaged Colin Jones of The Societies about working more closely with them to provide webinars for photographers and also to put myself forward as a speaker for the convention.

I was papping myself!

I am super confident when it comes to online speaking...the comfort of knowing I can have my pjs and slippers on my bottom half and escape to the living room once class has finished!

But when it comes to being in front of actual people, in front of an actual living audience...oh my actual aardvaark! It makes me nervous, sweaty, stammery and all of a flutter!

BUT I DO IT!
 Why...because I love to serve our photography community, I adore working with The Societies, and it stretches me out of my comfort zone..because no magic every happens in the comfort zone!

What have you done recently to get out of your comfort zone?

If you fancy joining me at an all day business event for ambitious and success driving photographers...then click right here for all the details...and I will see you in LONDON BABY!

https://thesocieties.net/convention/business-school/

#10

Convention 2023 discussion / Re: The Societies’ 2023 Conven...

Last post by Robert Taylor - February 17, 2023, 04:38:50 PM

This is gonna be so good.