Info TP Megga-Meet 17 & 18th May 2014 **Update 15/05**

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This is approaching fast now, we still have some tickets available.
£10 in advance or £12 on the door.
This covers entry for both days.
So come on don't be shy, why miss out on what will be a very informative
week-end?, and of course the chance to put faces to Avatars :)

And don't forget to bring your camera's.

Payment for tickets purchased in advance will be by bank transfer only –
you must email yvonne@talkphotography.co.uk for details and once payment is made,
a confirmation email will be sent. Your email must contain the following details:

· Forum user name
· Full real name
· Number of tickets required

Doors open at 9am for the contributes to get set up.
Doors open at 10am for the members.
The original thread with the details of the time place and date are HERE
And according to Google the post code is LU6 2LG
but just head for Whipsnade zoo, (its that close) and there will be signs out on the day(s)

We are doing things slightly different this time; as there are some incredibly talented members on TP we are keeping it largely “in house”
More importantly, there will be plenty of opportunity to use your cameras, as well as chat to other members.

We will have members doing tutorials, talks, guided practical sessions and general hints and tips for photographing “subjects” throughout both days.

There will be models (Human and non-human) for you to practice on as well as a variety of skills and techniques on offer.

Basic food will be available both days.
Tea coffee soft drinks & snacks, such as crisps, cake and some sandwiches.


TimeTable



Saturday 17th May


Doors Open 10am


10.30am Damien [Slimbert] – Camera Basics – Getting out of Auto – [45mins-1hr] -Outside weather permitting


11.00am Garry Edwards – One light Talk/demo on stage


12noon – Yvonne & Ingrid – Photographing Dogs – Portraits [30 mins] outdoors


1.30pm – Damien - Camera Basics – Getting out of Auto – [45mins-1hr] -Outside [if more people want a repeat]


3pm – Yvonne & Ingrid – Photographing Dogs – Action [30 mins]


4pm – Matt [MWHCVT] Talk – Night time photography inc Star Trails & Light Painting [45mins to 1hr]


Ongoing throughout the day we will also have

Stewart, Lenses for hire will have a few of his toys on display.

Garry will have a selection of Lencarta goodies to look at

12-4pm Stuart [Cosmix] on the stage area discussing and helping with glamour photography lighting techniques. Not a talk as such, more go over and get some guidance and have a go.

Darren and phototriggers for droplet shots, etc, set up so you can have a go and get to grips with setting them up.


Paul Butler & friends will have a display of reptiles for you to practice photographing


Chris [Cobra] will have at least one BOP to shoot static portraits.
(Hopefully this can be done outside, in fairly natural surroundings)


The Dogs will be possibly be available outside the allotted time for more practice


NB as we have several animals on site, please be aware that they are animals and may not want to
'perform' just when we need and will of course also need rest breaks.
And Please DO NOT attempt to touch any of them, without the owners express permission.
Particularity the bird(s) a set of talons in your hand is very painful!


5pm Close


After Hours – a few of us are going down to the Hunters for food, so anyone is welcome to join us.

Also, weather permitting, Matt will be doing some after dark light painting round the back of the Hall, probably in the Tree Cathedral area,
so if you want to join that, be sure to bring tripods, remotes shutter releases and a torch [or three]


Sunday 18th May


Doors Open 10am


10.30am Ryan - Off Camera Flash basics [1-1.5 hrs] indoors & outdoors


11.00am Matt - Talk on stage - Night time photography [45mins-1hr]


12noon – Yvonne & Ingrid – Photographing Dogs – Portraits [30 mins] outdoors


1.30pm –Off Camera Flash basics [1-1.5 hrs] indoors & outdoors [will continue from previous session]


2.30pm – Yvonne & Ingrid – Photographing Dogs – Action [30 mins]


3pm – Garry Edwards - one light talk/demo from stage


Ongoing throughout the day we will also have


Stewart, Lenses for hire will have a few of his toys on display.

Garry will have a selection of Lencarta goodies to look at


12-3pm Stuart [Cosmix] on the stage area discussing and helping with glamour photography lighting techniques. Not a talk as such, more go over and get some guidance and have a go.

Darren and phototriggers for droplet shots, etc, set up so you can have a go and get to grips with setting them up.


Paul Butler & friends will have a display of reptiles for you to practice photographing


Chris [Cobra] will have at least one BOP to shoot static portraits
(Hopefully this can be done outside, in fairly natural surroundings)


The Dogs will be possibly be available outside the allotted time for more practice.


NB as we have several animals on site, please be aware that they are animals and may not want to
'perform' just when we need and will of course also need rest breaks.
And Please DO NOT attempt to touch any of them, without the owners express permission.
Particularity the bird(s) a set of talons in your hand is very painful!


5pm Close


**Up Date**

Unfortunately due to personal circumstances beyond his control
Matt (@MWHCVT ) aka the Night school,
is unable to attend.

He is obviously very upset to to think that he has let everyone down, and to miss the event of the year.
As some recompense has very kindly offered to sponsor a competition after the meet.

This will involve you all posting your best shots from the Mega meet, (of anything at all)
and will be in the form of a members poll, the winners will be decided to 3 places.

The prizes are well worth having, so again don't forget to bring your camera's folks.

And thank you Matthew for your very kind gesture.

Another apology, just in.
Unfortunately, due to a last minute "personal crisis" the
company supplying branded goods ill not be able to attend either.
Sorry folks.
 
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Garry from Lencarta doing his talk on studio lighting at the meet
 
If you are still thinking about it today, just do it!! Everyone had a fantastic day yesterday with loads to point at camera at and lots of people to chat to. If you haven't got a ticket, you can pay on the door so chuck your camera in the car and come on over!!

:D
 
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