Atherton & District Amateur Photographic Society

Some great photos again this month. Well done on winnning this one Stu. Thanks once again for the cooments on the photos. So thrilled that you like my shot and to come 3rd is, to me, a major achievement. The Comments are always encouraging and constructive and I love this monthly comp because anyone...

It's great to see the photos on the website changing from time to time and we have yet another great new set now appearing. As Paul says - keep 'em coming. It's lovely to see members work. (Even got one of mine on!!!)

Having a Ball

Congratulations Phil. Panicked when I saw this challenge come up but always enjoy having a go. Thanks for the comments Mike. Very constructive.

Janice

Call me dumb (if you must) but I have only just worked out what AV is Duuh! :oops: Sorry to have missed the Gentlemen's evening - sounds as if it has been very interesting, exciting and stimulating with people chomping at the bit to get involved and have a go. Really getting withdrawal symptoms so t...

Very still Life!!

Well said Gill and Pauline. I have only been a member since Sept 2010 however I have learned such a lot in that time - and John always has words of encouragement for us beginners. Sorry I was unable to make the evening and hope to be able to return to the club within the next few weeks. Looking forw...

Thanks John, your good wishes are returned and likewise extended to all. Happy New Year.

Sorry I could not make this - sounds like a most enjoyable evening. Thanks for all the help and advice and encouragement I have received since joining in September. Its has been a great 4 months. I am really looking forward to 2012. Have a very happy Christmas and I hope the New Year brings health a...

Congratulations Ann.

This is my favourite photo as it was the first one I took in 2011 with my new camera, resulting in my choosing to take up photography as a hobby for my retirement. It also reminds me of Gerry who has been lionhearted throughout his dreadful illness this year.

Lovely to see all these Christmas pictures. I have really enjoyed my first 3 months with ADAPs and am looking forward to next year. I wish you all a very Happy Christmas. Janice

I Like both versions but my preference is for the coloured. I agree with the green being to strong and would take it down a bit to give it a more 'natural' and eerie feel. I also agree that a crop of the buildings on the left hand side would make the subject stronger. Would be interesting to see wha...

Just had a most enlightening and enjoyable session on Camera RAW. You use these sliders and see your photos change but do not really know what is happening and why. Well - now we do. Many thanks for the benefit of your extensive knowledge and for your time Tom. Much appreciated as always :-}}

Sanctuary Knocker - Durham Cathedral. In medieval times, persecuted individuals who required a place of refuge could bang on the knocker and would be given sanctuary in the Cathedral for 37 days.