As the days are getting noticeably longer and lighter we can look forward to the early flowers opening and giving us opportunities to take the camera out and about to capture their beauty and to lighten up some of the rather dreary grey days of late.
The second set of Nigel Wilson’s classes begin on 27th February until 27th March.
Bookings are being taken by Reception and there are currently a few places left for both the morning and afternoon classes.
PhotoClub looks forward to welcoming Paul Sanders as a lecturer on March 4th at 8pm.
Following his previous visit to the Club in 2016 to talk about his time as the Times Picture Editor his life in photography took a different turn.
Now an award-winning photographer running successful photography retreats in the UK and beyond, he will focus on ‘The Soul of the Creator’. This asks questions of our motivation as image-makers, as well as touching on mindfulness, and as such is of interest to not just all artists but everyone.
To quote Paul,
‘I believe that photography is a very personal journey. The world whispers stories all around us, but in our rush, their melodies fade into the background noise. Photography, though, offers a pause, a chance to amplify the whispers and cultivate an appreciation for the simple beauty woven into every moment. This is the essence of mindful photography: not about garnering applause, but about capturing contentment.
We all lead busy lives, connected by the highest speed possible to every means of communication available. Everything clamours for our attention; texts, email, Facebook, Instagram and time simply slips through our fingers.’
Sadly, we are not able to host Paul in person given the restrictions on public space in the Club at this time. Please therefore register for this Zoom-only lecture at Reception or call them on 020 8480 4200. Free for Art Group members only.
Joining the Art Group (£15 for your first year) at Reception will enable attendance at seven art lectures and occasional photography lectures, as well as art and photography classes.
On Tuesday 18th February there will be an interesting walk led by Paul Talling around Battersea hearing about the history of the area and looking at how the area has changed over the centuries. This is fully book but there is a waiting list as often placed do become available at the last minute. More details from Laurie Porter: laurie.m.porter@gmail.com
We will have a return visit from our Lightroom expert Adrian Beasley on Saturday 15th March who will run a full day workshop. For further details please contact Sarah Smith on 07776 183956 or email: smithgarden@icloud.com
On Wednesday 19th March an unguided group walk will meet at Westminster Tube station at 2.30pm, stopping for tea at the National Theatre and possibly staying on for sunset at 6.12pm. Further details are on the board in Reception or available from Gina Danon email: ginadanon@gmail.com
There will be an unguided social group walk with cameras (phone cameras) at the end of April to a garden close by to enjoy the Bluebells and other spring flowers – details to follow.
Summer term’s dates for classes with Nigel Wilson will be Thursday 24th April to 22nd May.
The Annual Roehampton Club Photo Exhibition will be held from Monday 26th May to Friday 6th June. Open to all photographers at the Roehampton Club – Members and staff.
Full details and entry form will soon be available in Reception on the noticeboard.
Sarah Smith
PhotoClub Chair
