Hereford SA Photography Club

On Saturday the 4th of July, members family and friends enjoyed a lovely outing to Bath. The weather was perfect, not too hot with a cooling breeze and cloud flecked sky. It was extremely busy with students and visitors, but wonderful to experience the buzz of a vibrant city. Many street performers and the continual flow of weddings at the Guildhall added to the atmosphere. There were photographic opportunities galore, super food outlets and retail therapy if needed

Sadly Paul, who has been a member of the club for a long time, has passed away. Despite ill health in recent years he continued to contribute to the club by judging on-line competitions and entering prints. He has won the members A4 challenge. As you can see from the photographs he and other members did well at Kings Park ,enjoying workshops and competitions with other photography clubs from around the country. Paul was unfailingly kind and thoughtful. A true gentleman.

The competition was judged by Colin Walls. Who was very fair in his critique and comments regarding the entries. Congratulations to all who achieved high marks. The top three were:

1st. Painted Water                        Cliff Spooner  20 marks

2nd.Rufous-tailed  Hummingbird  Lin Wyles      20 marks

3rd.Snow Monkey                         Peter Wyles   19 marks

John Hardwick on the right, is seen being presented with the Print Photographer of the Year 2025 award by Peter Crane, our excellent speaker on the night.

Tony Cook on the left, is seen being presented with the On-Line Photographer of the Year 2025 award by Colin Walls

The winners of the print competition 2025 are:

1st.  John Hardwick    77.5 marks

2nd: Tony Cook          74.5 marks

3rd:  Sue Vernon        73    marks

The winners of the On-line 2025 competition are:

1st                Through a Burger Shop Window -  Tony Cook     19.5 marks

Joint 2nd      Beach Therapy                              -  Sue Vernon  19 marks

Joint 2nd      I Wish They'd Hurry Up                 -  Tony Cook    19 marks

We have been given the sad news that Martyn has passed away. Martyn was a valued member of the photography club. He had a wealth of knowledge which he was always willing to share at meetings. Some of you may remember him working at Jessops. We are pleased that he was able to join us for our outing to Shrewsbury. These are some of the images that Martyn took on the day.