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Keep those entries coming in!!!

Thank you to everyone who has uploaded entries into the Australia Cup 2024 entry page. From the look of it we should have a very strong entry collection of photographs for the Australia Cup Competition.

In the meantime, if anyone else has any other images that they would like to enter please do so by 11.55pm on Sunday 24th March.

If anyone is interested in still getting another image, reminder that the Berowra Fauna Fair will be held on Sunday 17th March, 10am to 3pm, at the Berowra Community and Cultural Facility, The Gully Road, Berowra. The Fair kicks off with A Smoking Ceremony at 10am.

Looking forward to seeing your entries.

Regards

Janne

by Janne Ramsay, 9 March 2024

Australian Cup 2024

Hi all, just a reminder that entries for the Australian Cup entries for our club to collate, close on March 24th.

As mentioned at our first meeting, the Australian Cup is run by the APS and the topic is “This is Australia” which incorporates anything Australian from family gatherings, people doing things, buildings, landscapes, wildlife etc.

We have already starting compiling a catalogue but with so many amazing photographers at our club, I am sure that many of you have an image or two (or more) that has not fitted into any category for our club competitions but is indeed an amazing image of “This is Australia”.

The entry page has now been upgraded to take anything from 1 to 12 entries per member. We will be able to use up to 3 images per member. We’ll be choosing the images that we believe best suit the topic.

You will find the entry page on the entry page for our regular competitions. The tab is labelled Australia Cup and works like any other upload of photographs for our competitions.

Good luck everyone, looking forward to seeing your images.

by Janne Ramsay, 7 March 2024

Results for competitions in Comp 2 Open and Set- Oz Landscape

There were 15 entries that were rated the highest by our judge(s).

Members can view all images and comment on them by following this link
View / Comment entries in Comp 2 Open and Set- Oz Landscape

click here to see a pdf catalog of all competition results

The joint Tyrrell Elaine Holliday – Set – Top Shot Set Subject Colour Large Print	Knarled at Tyrrell Elaine Holliday – Set – Top Shot Set Subject Mono Large Print
Gossamer Falls Chris Kenyon – Set – Top Shot Set Subject Small Print	The Breakaways David Mellefont – Set – Top Shot Set Subject Digital
Patterns in a lake Jonathan Holliday – Set – Merit Set Subject Colour Large Print	Elephant ears Don Dickins – Set – Merit Set Subject Mono Large Print
Kings canyon Prasad de Silva – Set – Merit Set Subject Mono Large Print	Tacking Point, NSW Robin Levin – Set – Merit Set Subject Mono Large Print
Bombo Rocks Elaine Holliday – Set – Merit Set Subject Mono Large Print	Meteor shower Jonathan Holliday – Set – Merit Set Subject Small Print
Sea and Sand Jonathan Holliday – Set – Merit Set Subject Small Print	Lamington Views Sue Crowe – Set – Merit Set Subject Digital
D Lake Hume Menno Knipper – Set – Merit Set Subject Digital	Jamison Valley Ruth Penman – Set – Merit Set Subject Digital
Mona Museum Hobart Tas Julie Royle – Set – Merit Open Small Print

by Don Dickins, 5 March 2024

Results for competitions in Comp 2 Open and Set- Oz Landscape

There were 15 entries that were rated the highest by our judge(s).

Members can view all images and comment on them by following this link
View / Comment entries in Comp 2 Open and Set- Oz Landscape

click here to see a pdf catalog of all competition results

The joint Tyrrell Elaine Holliday – Set – Top Shot Set Subject Colour Large Print	Knarled at Tyrrell Elaine Holliday – Set – Top Shot Set Subject Mono Large Print
Gossamer Falls Chris Kenyon – Set – Top Shot Set Subject Small Print	The Breakaways David Mellefont – Set – Top Shot Set Subject Digital
Patterns in a lake Jonathan Holliday – Set – Merit Set Subject Colour Large Print	Elephant ears Don Dickins – Set – Merit Set Subject Mono Large Print
Kings canyon Prasad de Silva – Set – Merit Set Subject Mono Large Print	Tacking Point, NSW Robin Levin – Set – Merit Set Subject Mono Large Print
Bombo Rocks Elaine Holliday – Set – Merit Set Subject Mono Large Print	Meteor shower Jonathan Holliday – Set – Merit Set Subject Small Print
Sea and Sand Jonathan Holliday – Set – Merit Set Subject Small Print	Lamington Views Sue Crowe – Set – Merit Set Subject Digital
D Lake Hume Menno Knipper – Set – Merit Set Subject Digital	Jamison Valley Ruth Penman – Set – Merit Set Subject Digital
Mona Museum Hobart Tas Julie Royle – Set – Merit Open Small Print

by Don Dickins, 5 March 2024

Comp 2 next Monday Australian Landscapes.

Definition for Australian Landscapes, from the FCC web site

Australian Landscape
• A photograph of Australian natural land or coastal scenery, which may include people,
buildings, animals, or other objects (example manmade roads/tracks & fences) provided these
elements do not dominate the photograph.
• Elements such as cultivated fields, farms and astrophotography are permitted but must not
dominate the photograph. Seascapes with no land do not fit the section.
• No modification that changes the truth of the Landscape image is allowed. Images may be
cropped but no other technique that removes, adds to or moves any part of the image is
allowed.
• Techniques that remove elements added by the camera, such as dust spots, digital noise and
lens flare are allowed.
• Complete conversion of colour images to greyscale monochrome is allowed. Partial
conversion, toning and infrared captures or conversions are not allowed.
• Images of the same subject that are combined in camera, or with software, by focus stacking
or exposure blending are allowed. Multiple images with overlapping fields of view that are
taken consecutively and combined in camera or with software (image stitching) are allowed.

by Chris Kenyon, 27 February 2024

Stop Press – Adrian Whear Presentation

Hi Members,

Unfortunately, Adrian Whear is unwell and therefore will not be able to do the zoom presentation tonight. We will contact him soon for a new date to be announced shortly.

Chris

by Elaine Holliday, 27 February 2024

Adrian Whear Zoom Presentation Next Tuesday

The Adrian Whear zoom presentation is next Tuesday Night 7:30 PM hosted by Hornsby Heights Camera Club.

If you are a financial member you will receive or have already received an email from Elain with the details of the zoom log in.

If you don’t receive Elain’s email let me know.

DON’T MISS IT ADRIAN IS GREAT.

by Chris Kenyon, 25 February 2024

State Library Curators Shot Photo exhibition

Expressions of interest please at your earliest for the Shot exhibition curator visit.

We can gain access in May or June for a 6PM start with numbers limited to a maximum of 25 , please specify which month would suit. I plan to combine this with a club outing to the city.

Your quick response is crucial to gain a spot

Chris

by Chris Kenyon, 25 February 2024

I wonder how much we can get for our photo’s – the only one I like is Billy the Kid.

From Click to Riches: Discover the Top-Selling Photographs in the World

Photography has evolved from a niche art form to a lucrative investment, with some photographs fetching staggering prices in the art market. Our masters all make money selling photographs in galleries and online on their websites. They give their experiences and advice on how to make money by selling your photographs in their courses. They cover a wide range of possible solutions from working with galleries, selling photographs online, finding the right market and obviously creating amazing art. (https://mastersof.photography/).

As this is a subject that we get asked a lot, we thought it would be interesting to explore the most expensive photographs ever sold, showcasing the intersection of artistic brilliance and financial prowess. This list is subject to a lot of debate and you’ll find different rankings on the web. We’re not trying to provide the definitive list here but to give you an insight into the genres, styles, subjects and money that these expensive art photographs were sold or valued at.

“Phantom” by Peter Lik (Sold for $6.5 million in 2014) – Image at the top of the page (© Peter Lik)

In 2014, Australian photographer Peter Lik captured the attention of the art world with his photograph “Phantom.” This black-and-white image, depicting a ghostly shaft of light in Antelope Canyon, Arizona, exudes a sense of mystique and natural beauty. Lik’s unique approach to landscape photography, combined with his mastery of composition and lighting, contributed to the photograph’s extraordinary sale, making it one of the most expensive photographs ever sold.

“Rhein II” by Andreas Gursky (Sold for $4.3 million in 2011)

The Rhine II 1999 by Andreas Gursky born 1955

© Courtesy Monika Sprueth Galerie, Koeln / VG Bild-Kunst, Bonn and DACS, London 2024

Renowned German photographer Andreas Gursky claimed the top spot with his photograph “Rhein II.” Captured in 1999, the image depicts a serene and surreal landscape along the Rhine River. Gursky meticulously composed the photograph, digitally removing signs of human presence to create a sublime representation of nature. The photograph’s minimalist aesthetic and Gursky’s mastery of scale and detail contributed to its record-breaking sale at an auction in 2011.

“Untitled #96” by Cindy Sherman (Sold for $3.9 million in 2011)

Cindy Sherman, celebrated for her groundbreaking work in self-portraiture, achieved an impressive feat with her photograph “Untitled #96.” Part of her Untitled Film Stills series, this 1981 image features Sherman in a vintage Hollywood-esque pose. The photograph challenges traditional notions of identity and representation, and its sale in 2011 at a Christie’s auction marked a milestone, making Sherman the highest-selling female artist at that time.

“To Her Majesty” by Gilbert & George, created in 1973, (Sold for $3,767,960 at Christie’s in London in 2008)

gilbert-&-george-to-her-majesty-(in-37-parts)

Created in 1992, this large-scale tableau photograph presents a haunting scene of soldiers seemingly engaged in conversation amidst the aftermath of battle. Wall meticulously stages each element of the composition, blurring the lines between reality and artifice. The photograph confronts viewers with the harsh realities of war while also raising questions about the representation of violence and the role of photography in shaping collective memory. With its intricate detail and powerful narrative, “Dead Troops Talk” commands attention and sparks contemplation long after viewing, solidifying Jeff Wall’s reputation as a master of contemporary photography.

“Dead Troops Talk” by Jeff Wall (Sold for $3.7 million in 2012)

© Jeff Wall

This photograph, part of the duo’s renowned series, depicts the artists themselves donning their signature formal attire against a backdrop of vivid colors and bold patterns. Gilbert & George, known for their confrontational and politically charged artworks, utilize symbolism and imagery to challenge societal norms and critique authority. In “To Her Majesty,” the artists subvert traditional notions of reverence and decorum by addressing the reigning monarch directly, invoking questions about power, class, and the role of art in society. With its striking visual impact and layered socio-political commentary, “To Her Majesty” remains a significant and enduring work in the oeuvre of Gilbert & George.

“99 Cent II Diptychon” by Andreas Gursky (Sold for $3.3 million in 2007)

Andreas Gursky makes a second appearance in the top 5 with “99 Cent II Diptychon.” This 2001 photograph captures the interior of a 99-cent store in Los Angeles, presenting a dizzying array of consumer goods. Gursky’s ability to transform mundane scenes into epic compositions, coupled with the sheer scale of the photograph, garnered significant attention in the art world. Its sale in 2007 solidified Gursky’s influence and the market’s willingness to invest heavily in his distinctive vision.

“Billy the Kid” (1880) by an Unknown Photographer (Sold for $2.3 million in 2011)

© Unknown

The only photograph on this list not created by a contemporary artist, “Billy the Kid” is a rare tintype capturing the infamous American outlaw. The image, believed to be one of only two authenticated photographs of Billy the Kid, fetched a remarkable sum at auction in 2011. The mystique surrounding the Wild West and the scarcity of such historical artifacts contributed to the photograph’s exceptional value.

by Chris Kenyon, 22 February 2024

Results for competitions in Comp 1 Open

There were 4 entries that were rated the highest by our judge(s).

Members can view all images and comment on them by following this link
View / Comment entries in Comp 1 Open

click here to see a pdf catalog of all competition results

Zara Elaine Holliday – Open – Top Shot Open Mono Large Print	Gecko shadows Ruth Penman – Open – Top Shot Open Digital
Still Standing Elaine Holliday – Open – Top Shot Open Colour Print	Up Close David Mellefont – Open – Top Shot Open Small Print

by Don Dickins, 20 February 2024