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Programme
of
Events
2024 - 2025
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Useful Information
WPS meets at 7.45pm on Tuesday evenings during the season, unless stated otherwise in the
Programme.
It is best to arrive by 7.30pm to allow time to park, find your seat and catchup with fellow
members.
For events not marked with a ticket symbol a door fee is payable towards running costs:
Full Members: £Free Guests & Visitors: £5.00
September 2024
3rd
New Season Opening Night
If you are thinking of joining WPS this is an ideal time to join us and meet our members. For existing members
its an opportunity for a catchup plus, amongst other things, there will be an overview of the coming season.
10th
Boost Your Creativity Through Multiple Exposure
- Janina Wilde
Janina is a photography educator who specialises in multiple exposure, and she loves it. One of the
most fantastic things about multiple exposure is that you can try it in every genre that is going, so
you don't have to change what you normally photograph to give it a try. In her talk tonight, she
will explore multiple exposure images showcasing landscapes, macro subjects, coastal
environments and birds. She will also be explaining how she made some of her images so you can
then add this technique to your repertoire. www.janinawilde.com
17th
Smartphone Photography
- Anil Patel
Anil's interest in photography started in 2018, becoming a consistent passion around 2020. In only
four year since then, he has achieved several photography awards and features for Worcestershire
Wildlife Trust, Worcester News, Worcester Cathedral and BBC Midlands and Hereford and
Worcester. His passion is mobile phone photography using a Samsung S23 Ultra, focusing on
weather, reflections, differential focus, nature, and unique perspectives. In March he was
shortlisted for the 2024 Mobile Photography Awards; part of the British Photography Awards. His
aim is to capture the world through his own perspective, style and freedom and he will be sharing these
thoughts and ideas during his presentation. www.instagram.com/ap_freedomphotography
Entry of images for PDI Round 1
24th
Competition Evening - PDI Round 1
The first round of our Projected Digital Image internal competition. This is divided into two sections - League 1
and League 2 - and each entrant may submit up to three images in either monochrome, colour or a mixture of
the two. Please make sure your images conform to WPS requirements as explained here.
Guest Judge: Mike Sharples
October 2024
1st
Wildlife on a Second Curtain
- Mark Davies
Mark is an award winning Wildlife photographer and, amongst many other things, is also a
contributor to various Wildlife Charities including the Penrith Red Squirrel Group. As a member of
Cannock PS he gained Gold & Silver medals with the MCPF, PAGB and FIAP.
Tonight he will be showcasing some of his award winning photography, demonstrating his
techniques and the equipment he uses to capture his stunning images, including high speed and
rear-curtain flash for wildlife. He also designed and built a custom rig which is being used by five international
professional photographers. This should be a great evening.
www.ephotozine.com/user/enmark-100039/portfolio
www.500px.com/p/enmark?view=photoam.com/ap_freedomphotography
Entry of titles/previews for Print Round 1
8th
Competition Evening - Print Round 1
The first round of our Printed Photographs internal competition. There are two categories - monochrome and
colour photographs, with all entries judged together. Each entrant may submit up to two colour and two
monochrome prints which should conform to competition requirements for the mount size etc.
Guest Judge: Bob Goode
15th
Panel Night - what does photography mean?
A panel of five representative WPS members will host a discussion on what photography means not only to our
members, but also to societies in general. For those who have taken up the genre, what is it that drives their
passion? Does the equipment matter, is it lenses or locations or is there something more?
17th
WPS Photography Workshop
Free monthly workshops included with full membership. Details are published in the WPS newsletter.
22nd
WPS Practical Night - High Speed Photography
Details of this event will be added when the evening is finalised.
29th
How It’s Made
Selected members who entered PDI Round 1 present their image(s) and give a background to how the
photograph was created, the equipment and settings used and why they chose the image in the first place.
These evenings are a great insight into our members’ photography.
November 2024
1st
WPS Big Weekend to Padley Gorge
Members’ weekend to Padley Gorge in the Hope Valley.
5th
WPS In-House Critique Evening
Submit your photographs for constructive critique by fellow members, but fear not because WPS members are
kind, caring and considerate so there is no need to bring the tranquillizers. In reality, it is a fun evening which
simply should not be taken too seriously. This is kind of the opposite of last week but is usually not only useful,
but a fun evening too. All being well, the fireworks won’t fly.
12th
Panel Night - Astrophotography and what to photograph in the Winter sky
This evening starts with a brief presentation on not only what astrophotography is, but roughly what is involved
in doing it. A panel of our very own WPS astrophotographers will then host the evening and will look at what to
photograph in the Winter night sky, the best locations locally and will answer questions on this challenging
genre of photography.
19th
Whispers in the Scream: Thoughts on Creating Compelling Images
- Eugene Theron
Eugene will be exploring the thoughts, processes and ideas that go into creating engaging images
that not only tell a story, but also communicate ideas visually and are able to captivate the viewer.
He will look at how different styles and techniques can impact emotional responses while
incorporating our own influences and emotions into our landscape and nature work.
www.eugenetheron.com
21st
WPS Photography Workshop
Free monthly workshops included with full membership. Details are published in the WPS newsletter.
26th
WPS Five-a-Side PDI Competition
WPS members divide into teams for a friendly battle of projected images. This year there are four teams
competing, with membership of a team determined by names drawn from a hat. There is a small prize for
members of the winning team.
Guest Judge: Dave Tucker
Entry of images for PDI Round 2
December 2024
3rd
Competition Evening - PDI Round 2
The second round of our Projected Digital Image internal competition. This is divided into two sections - League
1 and League2 - and each entrant may submit up to three images in either monochrome, colour or a mixture of
the two. Please make sure your images conform to WPS requirements as explained here.
Guest Judge: Paddy Ruske
10th
WPS Practical Night - Steam Punk Christmas
Mix the steam punk era and Christmas, then create a photo. A great theme for our practical night.
17th
WPS Christmas Party
Hey, it’s Christmas after all so it is definitely a great excuse for party food and a relaxing and sociable evening.
Full members of WPS do not require a ticket as the party is included with the membership subscription.
19th
WPS Photography Workshop
Free monthly workshops included with full membership. Details are published in the WPS newsletter.
January 2025
7th
Photographing Re-Enactments
- Lee Chapman
Lee is a published author and professional photographer offering a full range of photography
services including family, pet & equine photo shoots, weddings and commercial photography. He is
also a fully qualified lecturer in adult education and through ‘Chappers Photography’, offers a range
of photographic workshops, courses and photo shoots aimed at amateur photographers. He has
recently been awarded 'Highly Commended' for the 'Experience of the Year' at the Staffordshire
Good Food & Tourism Awards.
This evening, Lee will be highlighting how his work on re-enactments of battles and events, brings history to
life. www.chappersphotography.co.uk
Entry of titles/previews for Print Round 2
14th
Competition Evening - Prints Round 2
The second round of our Printed Photographs internal competition. There are two categories - monochrome and
colour photographs, with all entries judged together. Each entrant may submit up to two colour and two
monochrome prints which should conform to competition requirements for the mount size etc.
Guest Judge: Mark Davies
16th
WPS Photography Workshop
Free monthly workshops included with full membership. Details are published in the WPS newsletter.
21st
John’s View of Photography
- John Haines
As Chair of Great Barr Photographic Society, tonight John brings his experience in that role to help
those who are still developing photography skills and aims to bring inspiration to that journey. So
often we see the Wow! images presented at our club nights where your reaction might be a certain
level of awe and a belief that one could never create the images like that, but you can. John will be
looking at ways you can improve your photography to create those Wow! results you crave.
28th
WPS Members’ AV ‘Photo Harmony’ Evening, Triptych/Collage Challenge and Pop-Up Review
AV presentations with judging and voting by members. Those wishing to enter should refer to entry guidelines
and liaise with Gordon Uprichard regarding submission deadlines.
This evening is also when members’ triptych and or collage photos will be judged by the membership who will
vote to decide the winning entry. The December Pop-Up review and awards are also this evening.
February 2025
4th
How It’s Made
Selected members who entered PDI Round 2 present their image(s) and give a background to how the
photograph was created, the equipment and settings used and why they chose the image in the first place.
These evenings are a great insight into our members’ photography.
Entry of images for PDI Round 3
11th
Competition Evening - PDI Round 3
The third and final round of our Projected Digital Image internal competition. This is divided into two sections -
League 1 and League2 - and each entrant may submit up to three images in either monochrome, colour or a
mixture of the two.
Guest Judge: Peter Gennard
18th
WPS versus Trinity Photographic Group
WPS is the host tonight for a friendly battle with Trinity PG. There can only be one winner but everyone wins by
seeing the best images from both groups.
Check out our competitors at: www.trinityphotographygroup.com
Guest Judge: Peter Gennard
20th
WPS Photography Workshop
Free monthly workshops included with full membership. Details are published in the WPS newsletter.
25th
The Annual MCPF Portfolio
An evening of photographs together with a recorded commentary by MCPF judges.
Entry of titles/previews for Print Round 3
March 2025
4th
Competition Evening - Prints Round 3
The third and final round of our Printed Photographs internal competition. There are two categories -
monochrome and colour photographs, with all entries judged together. Each entrant may submit up to two
colour and two monochrome prints which should conform to competition requirements for the mount size etc.
Guest Judge: Louise Hill
11th
In-house Learning and Doing
With more detail given to members in the weeks leading up to this event, this evening will be focused on
improving photography skills.
Entry of images for the PDI Best of Season competition
18th
Best of Season Competition: PDI
Members submit their three best PDI images from this season’s PDI competition rounds.
Guest Judge: John Haines
20th
WPS Photography Workshop
Free monthly workshops included with full membership. Details are published in the WPS newsletter.
25th
Stafford Photographic Society versus WPS
Stafford Photographic Society are our hosts tonight for a friendly battle. Who will win the tournament this time
around? Guest Judge: tbc
Stafford PS, Beacon Group, Stafford Education and Enterprise Park, Weston Road, Stafford ST18 0BF
Check out our competitors at: www.staffordphotosociety.org.uk
April 2025
1st
Smethwick International Photo Evening
This evening includes AV presentations showcasing hundreds of inspiring and award winning images.
Presented by WPS member John Holt ARPS.DPAGB.BPE5*
Entry of titles/image previews for the Best of Season Print and Outings Cup competitions
8th
Best of Season Competition: Prints plus
The Outings Cup - Images taken on WPS Outings or Workshops
Members submit their two best monochrome and two best colour photographs from this season’s Print
Competition rounds. All entries will be judged together and not according to the leagues.
For the Outings Cup the number of entries allowed will be confirmed before the competition night.
Judge: Heather Woodhams
15th
Panel Night - Sport and Wildlife Photography
Five members who specialise in wildlife and sports photography will host a discussion on these popular subjects
for photography. What makes wildlife and sports shots special and what equipment is needed to get the best
shots? This is another opportunity to exchange thoughts and ideas on photography.
Entry of titles/image previews and images for the Annual Themes competition
17th
WPS Photography Workshop
Free monthly workshops included with full membership. Details are published in the WPS newsletter.
22nd
Annual Themes Competition - ‘City, Town or Village’ and ‘Looking Up’
Members submit PDI and print entries for each theme that may be any mix of colour or monochrome. Please
read the entry guidelines for these competitions to ensure both yours and the judge’s interpretation of what is
allowed is roughly the same!
Guest Judge: David Lowe
29th
In-house Learning and Doing
With more detail given to members in the weeks leading up to this event, this evening will be focused on
improving photography skills.
May 2025
6th
WPS 2024/25 Annual Dinner & Awards Evening
Following immediately after our Annual Dinner, Mike Piper, our Competition Secretary, will be announcing the
winners and awarding the cups and prizes for our internal competitions. A great evening which celebrates our
members’ successes during this season.
13th
WPS Annual General Meeting
WPS members’ chance to comment on how the society is being run and choose the Committee members for the
2025/26 season.
15th
WPS Photography Workshop
Free monthly workshops included with full membership. Details are published in the WPS newsletter.
WPS Summer Programme
Every year during the summer months WPS organise social meet-ups, visits and photography workshops and a
list of events is published in the WPS members’ e-newsletter.