LOCKDOWN LRPS

Rebecca Johnson Lrps

Would I ever have got around to submitting a panel of prints for an LRPS Assessment if the country hadn’t had a series of lockdowns?

Perhaps, but not having the freedom to go outand-about with my camera gave me the time, and my determination to use that time productively gave me the impetus, and I did submit my panel in June 2021.

The RPS had adapted quickly, and I had fantastic help and advice during a 1-to-1 advice session and an Advisory Day, both done using Zoom. Also my local camera club,

Newark & District Photographic Society, gave me invaluable support. I had only joined the club in September 2020 after relocating, so I really appreciated their friendly help when I hadn’t actually ‘met’ any of the members in person!

I spent most of the night before the Assessment awake, wondering whether I’d have another go if I failed, but to my delight I’ll never know the answer to that question.

Something that I was asked by other photographers several times was “Why did I want to go through the LRPS process?” I’ll admit to asking myself this (in increasingly fraught tones) as June approached. My answer may be particularly relevant for other members of the Creative Eye Group:

My taste in photography, both to view and to try to produce, has moved towards abstract or interpretative images, those that convey an impression or a mood, rather than very faithful representations of reality. Also, Photoshop is a favourite tool of mine, and my efforts there are often directed towards distorting reality in some way. So the requirements for an LRPS Panel - criteria include phrases such as ‘appropriate depth of field’, ‘correct exposure’, ‘suitable sharpness’ and ‘clarity of intent’ - appear to be a long way from the style of photography I favour.

I decided that, as in future I may produce images that aren’t ‘correctly exposed’ or ‘sharp’, and may even have no obvious subject, then I would like to have the letters that prove these features are there by choice, not because I don’t know how to use a camera!

COLOUR, TONES AND TEXTURES RUTH GRINDROD

This presentation explores how colour, tone and texture are all interrelated in landscape photography. The talk explores how to apply the theory to practice and shows a range of her work from around the UK and further afield.

When: Saturday 5th February 2022

Time: 15:00 GMT

Cost: FREE (booking required)

Where: Online

Rps Creative Eye Group Agm

The AGM will be followed by a talk, Working in Photographic Projects/Collections, to be given by Sam Gregory.

In this talk Sam discusses how to start working in projects, the practical and theoretical approaches with examples across various bodies of work. This talk is designed to help single shot image makers explore a new way of working that can help deliver them stronger portfolios and a body of work ready for exhibitions, books and more.

Please visit the Groups website for AGM documents at rps.org/groups/creative-eye/documents/

When: Sunday 20th March 2022

Time: 10:30 GMT

Cost: FREE (booking required)

Where: Online

PHOTOWALK SPITALFIELDS,

SHOREDITCH & BRICK LANE AREA

Meeting at Liverpool Street Station mid morning (time and exact location to be confirmed).

Impressions Of The Norfolk Coast David Townshend Frps

An exhibition of images that interpret the light and colours, shapes and patterns of coastal landscapes. They convey David’s individual perspective on places, be they grand views or intimate details, iconic subjects or mundane objects.

David creates his impressionist and abstract work using incamera multiple exposure and camera movement techniques, combined with blending modes. His unique images sometimes challenge the viewer, inviting you to pause and explore. The results are striking, intriguing and sometimes enigmatic, like a half-recalled memory tantalisingly just out of reach.

David will be giving a talk about the exhibition on 24th February and a workshop on 26th February, both at the reserve centre (see details on orfolkwildlifetrust.org.uk/whats-on.

When: 12th February to 16th March 2022

Time: February 10am-4pm, March 10am-5pm (open daily)

Cost: FREE

Where: NWT Cley Marshes Visitor Sentre, Cley next the Sea, Norfolk, NE25 7SA

* For further details regarding events please visit the Creative Eye Group website: rps.org/ceg

The walk will take place in the Spitalfields/ Shoreditch/ Brick Lane area which has a rich cultural history in the heart of London’s vibrant East End. It provides ideal opportunities for exploring Street and Documentary photography, and is renowned for its wall art, markets and cultural cuisine. The walk will include a pause for refreshment and a visit to Hanbury Hall which is at the centre of the Shoreditch Community and is where the members of the London Salon of Photography have scheduled their exhibition.

When: Tuesday 22nd March 2022

Time: TBC

Cost: FREE

Photowalk

Kew Gardens

Join us for a photowalk around Kew Gardens. We’ll meet inside the main entrance (Victoria Gate) between 10:00 and 10:15am. This event is open to all RPS members, and husbands, wives and partners are welcome. The only cost is the entry price which is currently £14, but please check Kew Gardens’ website for details and concession prices.

Places: 20

When: Tuesday 23rd April 2022

Time: 10:00 GMT

Cost: FREE + normal entry price