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About Us

Wollongong Camera Club meets at 7.30 pm on Tuesdays from February to November.

1st Tuesday of the month: Movie Makers

2nd Tuesday of the month: Photo Group Guest Speakers

4th Tuesday of the month: Photo Competition

Meetings are at Figtree Heights Public School, Cnr St George Ave and Lewis Dr, Figtree*.

The Management Committee meet on Zoom at 7:00pm on the 3rd Monday of the Month.

We also hold monthly Field Trips. See our calendar for more information.

*During COVID lockdowns, meetings are held via Zoom.

If you would like to join our Club, please click the button below, fill in and submit the Application, make the payment as indicated, and we will confirm your application as soon as possible.

Upcoming Events
Jul
23
Tue
2024
7:30 pm Photography Group Competition – ... @ Figtree Heights Public School
Photography Group Competition – ... @ Figtree Heights Public School
Jul 23 @ 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Judge – Glen Samson Subject – Panning Blur
Aug
13
Tue
2024
7:30 pm GUEST SPEAKER : Meredith Schofi... @ Figtree Heights Primary School
GUEST SPEAKER : Meredith Schofi... @ Figtree Heights Primary School
Aug 13 @ 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Meredith says : … The purpose of photography is to tell a story, create mood and evoke a feeling or emotion.  We do this with interesting subject matter, light and composition.  When these elements combine,[...]
Aug
17
Sat
2024
10:00 am ILLAWARRA FAMILY HISTORY and HER... @ City Diggers Club
ILLAWARRA FAMILY HISTORY and HER... @ City Diggers Club
Aug 17 @ 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Our Club will be represented at the Illawarra Family History and Heritage Fair to celebrate Family History month in  August and the diversity of cultural heritage in the Illawarra. This Fair is being hosted by[...]
Aug
27
Tue
2024
7:30 pm Photography Group Competition – ... @ Figtree Heights Public School
Photography Group Competition – ... @ Figtree Heights Public School
Aug 27 @ 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Judge – Colin Talbot Subject – Open
Sep
10
Tue
2024
7:30 pm GUEST SPEAKER : Nathan Miller –... @ Figtreee Heights Primary School
GUEST SPEAKER : Nathan Miller –... @ Figtreee Heights Primary School
Sep 10 @ 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Nathan Miller is a photographer from Gerringong with an appreciation for the beauty of the world around him.  The night sky and the enchanting colours of dawn and dusk are evident in his work which[...]
Sep
12
Thu
2024
8:30 am MEMBERS’ EXHIBITION AT RED POINT... @ Red Point Gallery
MEMBERS’ EXHIBITION AT RED POINT... @ Red Point Gallery
Sep 12 @ 8:30 am – 2:00 pm
Set up of Exhibition will commence at 8.30 am and once complete, the Exhibition will be open for public viewing.
Sep
13
Fri
2024
10:00 am MEMBERS’ EXHIBITION AT RED POINT... @ Red Point Gallery
MEMBERS’ EXHIBITION AT RED POINT... @ Red Point Gallery
Sep 13 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
The Gallery will be open from 10.00 am to 2.00 pm., with the opening function scheduled for 6.00 pm until approximately 7.30 pm. Light refreshments provided.
Sep
18
Wed
2024
10:00 am MEMBERS’ EXHIBITION AT RED POINT... @ Red Point Gallery
MEMBERS’ EXHIBITION AT RED POINT... @ Red Point Gallery
Sep 18 @ 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Bump out will be after 2.00 pm.
Sep
24
Tue
2024
7:30 pm Photography Group Competition – ... @ Figtree Heights Public School
Photography Group Competition – ... @ Figtree Heights Public School
Sep 24 @ 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Judge – Meredith Schofield Subject – Portrait
Oct
22
Tue
2024
7:30 pm Photography Group Competition – ... @ Figtree Heights Public School
Photography Group Competition – ... @ Figtree Heights Public School
Oct 22 @ 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Judge – TBA Subject – Open
Nov
12
Tue
2024
7:30 pm GUEST SPEAKER : Gaille Dargan –...
GUEST SPEAKER : Gaille Dargan –...
Nov 12 @ 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Gaille Dargan, creator of Sydney Photo Fun with a catch cry of “Fun with Photography” will take us through her photo journey and the establishment of one of the most creative Photography Groups in Sydney.[...]
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Welcome to our Club

Wollongong Camera Club aims to promote enjoyment and skill in photography, videography, audio visual production, and post processing. Our programs include regular guest speakers, field trips, workshops, exhibitions, competitions and critiques.

Our Members have a range of skills from beginners to advanced and have different  and a variety of cameras & equipment interests.

We look forward to welcoming you.

More details can be found here

by Geoff Gray, December 1, 2015

Competitions in July 2024 Creative are closing soon!

Competitions in July 2024 Creative will close Tuesday, 16th July 2024, 5:00 PM.

Entries can be made in the following areas:

  • Digital All Grades – Symmetry

All members are encouraged to enter.

by , July 14, 2024

Results for competitions in June 2024 Print

There were 22 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 June 2024 Print

click here to see a pdf catalog of all competition results

Laguna Colerado
Les Schumer – Best In Section
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Lounging Tamarin
Matt Dawson – Best In Section
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Lovely eyelashes
Sandra Chapman – Best In Section
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Maggie with some tucker for bub
Simon Bastin – Best In Section
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Chrysanthemum in the Sun
Ann Lamb – Merit
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Fish for Dinner
Susanne Souter – Merit
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Soaring Connie
Matt Dawson – Merit
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George Street Sydney
Helen Robinson – Merit
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Flying High
Susanne Souter – Merit
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Black Cockatoo
Sue Curtis – Merit
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Cheeky Lorikeet
Monika Oakman – Merit
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The Gateway
Alexander Dawson – Merit
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Walkway Wynyard Rail Station
Helen Robinson – Credit
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OVERGROWN
Colin Marshman – Credit
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Be Gentle Now
Vivienne Noble – Credit
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A Stroll Down Memory Lane
Joe Cremona – Credit
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Wild Ride
Tim Porteous – Credit
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Floriade festival
Tim Hoevenagel – Credit
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Juvenile Sea Eagle
Simon Bastin – Credit
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A Full Forecourt
Alexander Dawson – Credit
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Flying Frog
Greg Powell – Credit
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Pollen
Sandra Chapman – Credit
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by Tim Porteous, June 25, 2024

Results for competitions in June 2024 Digital

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 June 2024 Digital

click here to see a pdf catalog of all competition results

Vivid
Vivienne Noble – Best In Section
Digital All Grade – Any Subject

Doors closing
Sue Dowling – Merit
Digital All Grade – Any Subject

Curracurrong Falls
Keith Horton – Merit
Digital All Grade – Any Subject

End of Life
Ann Lamb – Merit
Digital All Grade – Any Subject

Go Fetch
Susanne Souter – Merit
Digital All Grade – Any Subject

Golden marmoset
Greg Powell – Merit
Digital All Grade – Any Subject

Ocean Thunder Teams
Cheryl Thompson – Merit
Digital All Grade – Any Subject

Silvereye foraging
Simon Bastin – Credit
Digital All Grade – Any Subject

Wynyard
Dawne Harridge – Credit
Digital All Grade – Any Subject

Classic Merlot
Monika Oakman – Credit
Digital All Grade – Any Subject

Mighty gum trees!
Deidre O’Brien – Credit
Digital All Grade – Any Subject

Another day
Sandra Chapman – Credit
Digital All Grade – Any Subject

Flower stages of life and fade
Sue Curtis – Credit
Digital All Grade – Any Subject

Shall i go back
Tim Hoevenagel – Credit
Digital All Grade – Any Subject

Windang Island Rock Shelf
Matt Dawson – Credit
Digital All Grade – Any Subject

by Tim Porteous, June 25, 2024

Results for competitions in May 2024 Print

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 May 2024 Print

click here to see a pdf catalog of all competition results

Along the Great Ocean Road
Helen Robinson – Best In Section
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Murphys Haystacks SA
Helen Robinson – Best In Section
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Lion Island
Greg Powell – Best In Section
Print B Grade Colour – Australian Landscape

Lockleys Pylon, Blue Mountains
Ross Bembrick – Best In Section
Print B Grade Monochrome – Australian Landscape

Under a waterfall in Hazelbrook
Sue Curtis – Merit
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Scenic Rim Sunset
Les Schumer – Merit
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KOSIOSKO NATIONAL PARK
Colin Marshman – Merit
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The 12 Apostles Port Campbell Vic
Bruce Shaw – Merit
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Crater Bluff and Breadknife
Simon Bastin – Merit
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Misty River
Sandra Chapman – Merit
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Rugged Range
Vivienne Noble – Credit
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Three Sisters Sunset
Matt Dawson – Credit
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Struggling Tree
Sue Martin – Credit
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Sunlight and shadows
Sandra Chapman – Credit
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Breadknife with a storm coming
Simon Bastin – Credit
Print B Grade Monochrome – Australian Landscape

by Tim Porteous, May 28, 2024

Results for competitions in May 2024 Digital

There were 12 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 May 2024 Digital

click here to see a pdf catalog of all competition results

early morning
Vivienne Noble – Best In Section
Digital All Grades – Australian Landscape

Boars Head
Joe Cremona – Merit
Digital All Grades – Australian Landscape

Coastal rock beach
Tim Hoevenagel – Merit
Digital All Grades – Australian Landscape

Snowgum
Dawne Harridge – Credit
Digital All Grades – Australian Landscape

Coastal View from Above
Greg Powell – Credit
Digital All Grades – Australian Landscape

Crater Bluff and Belougery Spire
Simon Bastin – Credit
Digital All Grades – Australian Landscape

Rainforest at Macquarie Pass
Keith Horton – Credit
Digital All Grades – Australian Landscape

KOSIOSKO SUMMIT VIEW
Colin Marshman – Credit
Digital All Grades – Australian Landscape

Out Back
Tim Porteous – Credit
Digital All Grades – Australian Landscape

Shore Break
Jim Ollis – Credit
Digital All Grades – Australian Landscape

The Rocky Mount
Clara Soedarmo – Credit
Digital All Grades – Australian Landscape

Windang Island
Matt Dawson – Credit
Digital All Grades – Australian Landscape

by Tim Porteous, May 28, 2024

Results for competitions in April 2024 Digital

There were 18 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 April 2024 Digital

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Looking for a Subject
Les Schumer – Best In Section
Digital All Grade – Monochrome Only

Always hopeful…
Sue Dowling – Merit
Digital All Grade – Monochrome Only

In The Stillness Of The Morning
Vivienne Noble – Merit
Digital All Grade – Monochrome Only

Wonona Pool
Edi Ivancic – Merit
Digital All Grade – Monochrome Only

St Patricks Calca
Susanne Souter – Merit
Digital All Grade – Monochrome Only

Bald Eagle Canada
Sue Shaw – Merit
Digital All Grade – Monochrome Only

Artist Christopher Downes
raymond clack – Merit
Digital All Grade – Monochrome Only

What do You want?
Brian Harvey – Merit
Digital All Grade – Monochrome Only

Seacliff Bridge
Simon Bastin – Merit
Digital All Grade – Monochrome Only

Industrial No12
Tim Porteous – Merit
Digital All Grade – Monochrome Only

Tangier
Andrew Gray – Merit
Digital All Grade – Monochrome Only

Port Kembla pyramids under the Milk
Sue Curtis – Merit
Digital All Grade – Monochrome Only

The Big Wave
Keith Horton – Credit
Digital All Grade – Monochrome Only

Boys And Their Toys
Joe Cremona – Credit
Digital All Grade – Monochrome Only

Eyes on the Flag
Greg Powell – Credit
Digital All Grade – Monochrome Only

Ready for Take Off
Ann Lamb – Credit
Digital All Grade – Monochrome Only

Ride em cowboy
Cheryl Thompson – Credit
Digital All Grade – Monochrome Only

Veteran Veterans Marching
Matt Dawson – Credit
Digital All Grade – Monochrome Only

by Tim Porteous, April 25, 2024

Results for competitions in April 2024 Print

There were 28 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 April 2024 Print

click here to see a pdf catalog of all competition results

Smoke and fire
Matt Dawson – Best In Section
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Storm Train
Les Schumer – Best In Section
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Pacific Gull
Greg Powell – Best In Section
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Spider in mono
Simon Bastin – Best In Section
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Milky Way Over Fungus Rock
Joe Cremona – Merit
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Tomatillo succession
Kerry Gilmore – Merit
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ULURU TREES
Colin Marshman – Merit
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Soft Landing
Susanne Souter – Merit
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Unicorn Magic
Sue Curtis – Merit
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Havana Taxi
Susanne Souter – Merit
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Garlic time
Ann Lamb – Merit
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Harbour Bridge
Tim Porteous – Merit
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Wedge Tail Eagle
Greg Powell – Merit
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Entwined Trees Wet Day
Helen Robinson – Credit
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Fog And Steam Over The Works
Vivienne Noble – Credit
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Mobile Shop Cusco
Tim Porteous – Credit
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Stairway To The Church
Joe Cremona – Credit
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GOAT
Colin Marshman – Credit
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Brush Away The Cobwebs
Vivienne Noble – Credit
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Barrel team going for the win
Sue Curtis – Credit
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Feeding Urban Wildlife
Matt Dawson – Credit
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Into the abyss
Monika Oakman – Credit
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Mt Lindesay from Lamington NP
Simon Bastin – Credit
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Morning silence
Michael Cherviakov – Credit
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Lighting the new day
Ross Bembrick – Credit
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Thank you Thank you very much
Sandra Chapman – Credit
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City skyline
Monika Oakman – Credit
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Rebecca
Alexander Dawson – Credit
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by Tim Porteous, April 23, 2024

Results for competitions in March 2024 Print

There were 18 entries that were rated the highest by our judge(s).

Members can view all images and comment on them by following this link
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click here to see a pdf catalog of all competition results

Hamadryas Baboon Cuddle
Tim Porteous – Best In Section
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Humpback Whale Calf
Susanne Souter – Best In Section
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The Cockatoo
Clara Soedarmo – Best In Section
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reflections
Jim Ollis – Best In Section
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Spider Wasp vs Spider
Les Schumer – Merit
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A very hungry caterpilla
Ann Lamb – Merit
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Family
Helen Robinson – Merit
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Young tawney
Monika Oakman – Merit
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Pilbara Monitor
Susanne Souter – Credit
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Elephant Smile
Sue Curtis – Credit
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Koala chomping
Matt Dawson – Credit
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I See You
Joe Cremona – Credit
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Hamadryas Baboon Family
Tim Porteous – Credit
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Unimpressed
Matt Dawson – Credit
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St Andrew’s Cross
Simon Bastin – Credit
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New Life
Greg Powell – Credit
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Feeding time
Sandra Chapman – Credit
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Down the Hatch
Greg Powell – Credit
Print B Grade Monochrome – Nature

by Tim Porteous, March 27, 2024

Results for competitions in March 2024 Digital

There were 10 entries that were rated the highest by our judge(s).

Members can view all images and comment on them by following this link
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rocky mountain
Jim Ollis – Best In Section
Digital All Grades – Nature

Precious water in the outback
Simon Bastin – Merit
Digital All Grades – Nature

Hamadryas Baboon
Tim Porteous – Merit
Digital All Grades – Nature

Duck Antics
Cheryl Thompson – Merit
Digital All Grades – Nature

Fly on Fungi MPC
Brian Harvey – Credit
Digital All Grades – Nature

Monarch Butterfly
Susanne Souter – Credit
Digital All Grades – Nature

Dinner Party
Ann Lamb – Credit
Digital All Grades – Nature

SAHARA
Colin Marshman – Credit
Digital All Grades – Nature

River dream
Michael Cherviakov – Credit
Digital All Grades – Nature

Yummy Clivea
Vivienne Noble – Credit
Digital All Grades – Nature

by Tim Porteous, March 26, 2024

Results for competitions in February 2024 Print

There were 20 entries that were rated the highest by our judge(s).

Members can view all images and comment on them by following this link
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Snail on Ghost Fungi
Sue Curtis – Best In Section
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House On A Rock
Joe Cremona – Best In Section
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Solar Wind
Greg Powell – Best In Section
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Family Wedding
Michael Cherviakov – Best In Section
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Night Scene Cusco
Tim Porteous – Merit
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No flagging here
Sandra Chapman – Merit
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Neigh
Greg Powell – Merit
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The Shearer
Helen Robinson – Credit
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Early morning shadows
Kerry Gilmore – Credit
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Pink Frilly Poppy
Ann Lamb – Credit
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Brownie Salute
Sue Martin – Credit
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Helping Hand
Matt Dawson – Credit
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Winter Trees
Effan Effans – Credit
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Old Bridge
Colin Marshman – Credit
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Clouds Lightning and ecto
Matt Dawson – Credit
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Harbour sunset
Jim Ollis – Credit
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Greek island sunset
Monika Oakman – Credit
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Pretty in pink
Alexander Dawson – Credit
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Harbour by Night
Jim Ollis – Credit
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Batten the hatches
Sandra Chapman – Credit
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by Tim Porteous, February 27, 2024