November meeting October 23, 2009
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The next meeting will take place at 7 pm on Thursday 19 November at our regular venue - Photoworks, 37 Chapel Street NW1.
Completed projects, work in progress or embryonic ideas. We would like to see them! Paper prints are good but digital formats on a CD or flash drive also welcome as we will have a laptop and projector on hand (and this is a much nicer way of seeing images rather than crowding around a computer screen!).
As a special treat we will be showing a DVD of the Life magazine and Magnum photojournalist W Eugene Smith. This will be introduced by local member Constantine Gras followed by a general discussion on his work.
We will aim to finish the meeting no later than 9.15 when those that wish can retire to a local hostelry to continue any debate.
October meeting September 22, 2009
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The next meeting will take place at 7 pm on Thursday 15 October at our regular venue - Photoworks, 37 Chapel Street NW1.
Completed projects, work in progress or embryonic ideas. We would like to see them! Paper prints are good but digital formats on a CD or flash drive also welcome.
As an experiment we will be showing one of the recent television programmes on photography followed by a discussion These are about an hour long and we can choose from William Eggleston, Eve Arnold, Lee Millar,Jaques Henri Latigue, James Ravilious, Eugene Smith or Annie Leibovitz.
We will aim to finish the meeting no later than 9.15 when those that wish can retire to a local hostelry to continue any debate.
September meeting September 14, 2009
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Our next meeting will take place at 7 pm on Thursday 17 September at The Gallery in the Willesden Green Library Centre – directions here. Please note that this is a change of venue for this month only.
As ever we would like to see any work you may have be it complete, in progress or just an emerging idea. We prefer paper prints but someone often has a laptop so digital media is normally ok too! As this meeting coincides with our 6th annual exhibition – Persistence of Vision – we thought we would change the format slightly and will be showing some short films and clips. It will include something from The Seven Samurai and an 8 minute documentary shot by Wolf Suschitsky called ‘Snow’ about a mail train caught in a blizzard in 1963. Wolf is also one of the subjects of a portrait series at the gallery. Click here for a chance to see some of his own photographic work.
We will be sharing a glass or two of wine with you as this is also an opportunity to come along and see the show if you haven’t yet had a chance before we dismantle it on Saturday 19th September. And to whet your appetite here are a few sample images on display.
Wolf Suschitzky, cinematographer, with his screenshot of Vincent Price in 'Theatre of Blood'. Wolf was the Director of Photography of the film. Photo by Tony Wallis
Classic film posters by Mary Pritchard
Homage to opening credits and inspired by Casino by Vanja Karas
The Joker by Amanda Dolan
Film noir genre by Pete Webster
August meeting July 20, 2009
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Our August meeting will take place at 7 pm on Thursday 20 August at Photoworks Westminster, 37 Chapel Street, NW1.
As usual we would like to see your work either as a developing idea, work in progress, a series of images, a book or whatever else you want to bring along! Paper prints are preferred although digital is fine too as we will have a laptop on hand for your CD or flash drive.
We were treated to a number of quality images at our July meeting with some interesting and challenging montages from Ed Bowman, an old photo album from about 1918-1921 with images of convalescing troops and nurses plus the camera that was used to take them – a pristine condition Kodak Autographic that uses 118 roll film!
Mary treated us to an early view of work in progress intended for our annual exhibition in September and consisted of film poster graphics viewed through eye-glasses that really evoked the sense of some of the classic films she had chosen. Mark had also been busy and a sample of his work – also for the show – accompanies this article.
We were also pleased to get a sight of a book –published via Blurb – by John Spiller of incredible - and slightly scary – photographs taken at Paula Rego’s studio. See here for a better look.
That’s enough from me and we look forward to seeing you at the August meeting.
Exhibition Mania! July 4, 2009
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Two events happening at the same time and you are cordially invited to attend both (if you have the time and interest).
Dates to note:
Launch event for Water – Way of Life on Friday 24 July from 6-8pm at Watermans Arts Centre.
Private view of Pedal Power on Tuesday 28 July from 6-8pm at the Museum of Oxford.
Wishing you all the best
Constantine Gras.
Kensal Rise Photo Exhibition July 3, 2009
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If you’re in the area, try and pop in to see Kerim Aytac and Kate Keara Pelen’s exhibition ‘Terrain’ in Kensal Rise, in the small shop on the bridge to the Overground station (what used to be the flower shop). Well worth a visit. Be quick – only on until Sunday 5th July.
Tales of the River Brent June 12, 2009
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Artist Jo Roberts, from the Library of Obscure Wonders, invites you to a Celebration Night, followed by a walk and exhibition about the River Brent.
Jo will be taking part in the “Story of London Celebration Night” on Thursday 25 June 2009 at Willesden Green Library Centre, 6.30pm to 9pm. Please come along and tell her about your memories and experience of the River Brent.
This story sharing will be a primer for two walks that Jo will be leading along sections of the River Brent: one starting near the Welsh Harp on Saturday 4 July; and the other going from Osterley Park to the Thames on Sunday 5 July. All participants will be equipped with bags and gloves to pick up unusual objects and cameras to record their memories.
The stories, images and artefacts collected from these events will be edited by Jo Roberts into a booklet and form part of the Open Weekend Exhibition at Watermans Art Centre, Brentford on the 25-26 July.
All events are free. For more information contact Jo Roberts on 07531 065 040 or info@obscurewonders.co.uk.
This event forms part of a West London Story Project managed by Constantine Gras that connects artists, schools and communities with the waterways of West London.
Water – Way of Life was awarded a West London Story Research and Development Bursary by the Western Wedge. It will be showcased at the London 2012 Open Weekend at Watermans Art Centre from 24 to 26 July 2009.
Western Wedge is a partnership between seven local authorities in West London, supported by the Arts Council England, who work together to enable a strategic approach to arts and culture across the sub region.
Pedal Power June 12, 2009
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Exhibition at the Museum of Oxford
24 July – 17 October 2009
Pedal Power is a celebration of cycling in Oxfordshire – past, present and imagined future.
Historic photographs, including those of Henry W Taunt (Oxford’s most famous photographer), intermingle with modern images. Exhibits include a small selection of vintage bicycles, including a cycle made by William Morris, 1st Viscount Nuffield.
Displays and a programme of children’s activities and evening lectures highlight how cycling can impact upon the health and environmental agendas.
Curated by Constantine Gras
CONSTANTINE GRAS
A visual artist who combines photojournalism with fine art techniques. 2009 recipient of the West London Story Forum Award to research the story of West London as part of the 2012 Cultural Olympiad.
Constantine Gras
Tel: 020 8968 7950
Mob: 0750 899 6510
cgras@me.com
MUSEUM OF OXFORD
The only museum in Oxford dedicated to telling the fascinating history of the city from pre-historic to modern times using original artefacts and period-room settings.
Museum of Oxford St Aldates OX1 1DZ 01865 252761 www. museumoxford.org.uk
Banbury Ladies, 1907-10 © Oxford County Council Photographic Archive
May day Protest, 2008
© Gras Photographic Art
Pedal Power is supported by The Rusty Bicycle – Arkell’s Pubs
June meeting May 27, 2009
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The next meeting will take place at 7 pm on Thursday 18 June a Photoworks Westminster (see www.photoworks.org.uk for details). As usual we would like to see your work either as a developing idea, work in progress, a series of images, a book or whatever else you want to bring along!
A special thanks to Jen for last months meeting for the exquisite fibre-based black and white prints that she shared with us.
For our next meeting it was suggested that we set a small project. So 3-4 prints (preferably on paper please) that reflect some aspects of either (a) Water or (b) Signs. For those of you who have a track record in photographing unusual signs then please choose the water option and those who have presented ‘water’ then choose the sign option! Be imaginative. As usual no prizes other than some well-deserved kudos. Here’s a couple to kick things off!
The 2009 QP LIP annual exhibition will take place in September in The Gallery in Willesden Green Library Centre. It will be called ‘the Persistence of Vision” and will be inspired and influenced by cinematography. A separate topic area will be set up on the QP website for participants to discuss and help organise the event.
Congratulations to Ed Bowman who has had a piece selected for this year’s Royal Academy Summer show that runs from 8 June to 16 August. A date for your diaries.
The Photographers Gallery will present an exhibition by André Kertész from 17 July to 4 October. Considered one of the most influential photographers of the 20th century, Kertész was preoccupied with this black & white photography project for the duration of his career. The exhibition will feature a selection of the works, taken between 1915 and 1980, and the countries in which Kertész photographed.
I hope to see you at the June meeting!
London Print Studios April 27, 2009
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Jen recently visited the London Print Studios on Harrow Road. It is a great resource for screen, lithography and off set printing and a well resourced digital suite. It was mentioned that it might be possible to tailor a one-day work shop specifically for us if enough people were interested. Check out their website and let Pete (petewebster@talktalk.net) know if you’re interested.
