Morning All
Despite the sun shining it’s a brisk easterly here this morning in Forton; I think my camera will stay in its bag today!
Notices:
Message from a Nicola Atanassova, Audience Partnerships & Projects.
Dear Colleague
We are working with internationally acclaimed photographer Sean Conboy to bring a series of photographic sessions called Architectural Lens: A Year of Exploration to the Fylde Coast and would be delighted if you are able to share this information with your members and fellow photographers.
This exhilarating photography series will offer both enthusiasts and professionals a rare opportunity to learn from one of the best in the business. Prepare to embark on an extraordinary visual journey through the architectural gems of the North West with Architectural Lens: A Year of Exploration from January 2025 through to January 2026, led by none other than the critically acclaimed photographer Sean Conboy and hosted by the iconic Blackpool Grand Theatre.
Each of the eight workshops on offer are designed to be fully hands-on, with participants not only receiving technical advice from Sean, but also being encouraged to see these extraordinary venues in new ways giving you exclusive access to these amazing venues. Whether attending a single session or booking the entire series of eight workshops, participants will leave with more than just stunning images – they’ll gain an in-depth understanding of the relationship between architecture and photography.
Each session in this series focuses on a unique architectural theme, offering participants the chance to unlock their creativity and capture history as they master a variety of techniques.
Here’s is a full list of the sessions through the year you can book for:
Wed 26 Feb – The Imperial Hotel: (Theme: Space & Scale)
Fri 14 Mar – Blackpool Tower Ballroom: (Theme: Entertainment History & Heritage)
Thurs 15 May – Lytham Hall: (Theme: Light & Shadow)
Tues 8 July – Blackpool Promenade: (Theme: People & Places)
Tues 30 Sept – Blackpool Pleasure Beach: (Theme: Art Deco & Fascinating Structures)
Mon 24 Nov – Blackpool Town Hall: (Theme: Modern Architecture & Sustainable Design)
January 2026 – Blackpool Grand Theatre (date tbc): (Theme: Details & Patterns)
Sean Conboy’s remarkable portfolio boasts over 30 years of capturing architectural wonders for illustrious clients like The Royal Opera House and The Savoy Hotel. Known for his ability to highlight the intricate beauty of both modern and historic buildings, Conboy’s unique style marries technical brilliance with a passion for storytelling through images – making him the ideal mentor for this highly anticipated series.
Each session is priced at £125 per person, with limited participants per session. Transport to each venue and lunch are not included. BOOK NOW here as places are limited.
Nicola Atanassova
Audience Partnerships & Projects
M: 07796 994544
W: blackpoolgrand.co.uk
Please note: Work days – Tues, Wed & Thurs
If you are interested please contact directly; or you may wish to ‘buddy-up’ with other member(s)?
Calendar 2026
Just to repeat our conversation, last Wednesday, about the calendar.
The calendar used to be Garstang only; however, following on with conversations with Muriel she has now stated that images could not only encompass Garstang but now the surrounding areas to a radius of 5 to 10 miles, maximum; so, this means that the scope has now widened! Please get out and about, in the fullness of time, so that we can offer her a great selection towards the end of April/ beginning of May.
Further to the email below from Anne Marie at the Arts Centre
Please can you note the following:
The Charles Flatt Quiz and the 200 Club draw will be held on Saturday 26th April @ 7.30pm.We do hope you will support this event and put in at least one team. The suggestion is 2 teams; if you are interested, please put ‘your’ team on the ‘quiz notice’ on the door into the music room.
The AGM, of the Garstang & District Arts Society, will be held on Saturday 12th April at 2pm.Everyone is invited. If your group cannot be represented then please let me know. Sue has kindly offered to attend and represent the club – thanks Sue!
Can you also send me a report of your Group’s activities over the last year please. (Done).
If you have any issues to bring up, please let me have them in advance of the meeting. Thank you. Any issues? Email me.
Don’t forget the new Challenge!
‘Above and Below.’
This is a show-and-tell for 19th March. The idea here is an ‘open’ challenge – any subject, colour or monochrome – where you have taken the photographs NOT at eye level. So, down low or up high!
Coffee Duty:
Coffee and tea duty for this coming Wednesday is Claire and Alan – so, many thanks in advance!
Up and coming programme of events:
Wednesday 12th February: 4 Way ‘Battle’ competition between: Garstang Camera Club, Arnside and Silverdale Photography Club (formally known as J36), Morecambe Camera Club and Lancaster Photographic Society. This ‘Battle’ has now been christened ‘GLAM.’
The actual judging will be via Zoom to the Arts Centre. Yvonne from Arnside and Silverdale Photography Club will be hosting the event from the Arts Centre and we are expecting a few guests from the 3 clubs – so could be busy! Unofficially, we may have upwards of 15/20 guests from the other clubs.
There will be no charge for coffee/tea and biscuits but we will be running a raffle so, any donations will be very gratefully received – please bring along any time – ta!
Wednesday 19th February: Michael Berkeley, Via Zoom, on ‘Sport Photography.’
Wednesday 26th February: NZ Battle at 7.30am; bacon butties and fizz, all via zoom and live from NZ, in theory; watch this space!
In the evening: A talk by Tim, “A Trail of Two Oceans.” – A train journey across Africa.
Wednesday 5th March: Tesni Ward: Via Zoom, British Wildlife.
Wednesday 12th March: Humanity Cup judging by Nicki Ellis-Greenwood
That’s all folks….
Cheers
Mike
Garstang Camera Club 