From the Editor June 2025 Dear Members, I’ve given our hard working Chairperson a reprieve from penning a few words as we recalibrate our bodies to the winter chills. And also I’m keeping the newsletter brief – scores are below, and the winning pictures are already up on Facebook, Flicker and Instagram. Regular communication over […]
FROM THE CHAIR May 2025 Dear Members What a treat this month has been for creative spirits! The beautiful pet photography submitted for our monthly theme was both heartwarming and inspiring – thank you to everyone who contributed. It’s always a pleasure to see the personality, patience, and skill that shines through in each image. […]
FROM THE CHAIR April 2025 Dear Fish Hoek Photo Club Members. April certainly brought its share of challenges with all the public holidays making it tricky to get everyone together. Despite this, the spirit of our club remained strong and adaptable—something I continue to admire and appreciate. Although we had to cancel our planned photographic […]
FROM THE CHAIR March 2025 Dear Members, A huge thank you to everyone who joined our March club meeting – we were just shy of a full house! The evening was a true feast for the eyes, with an exceptional standard of images on display. The bar was raised this month, with a minimum score […]
FROM THE CHAIR February 2025 Although we had to make the tough call to cancel February’s club meeting, we didn’t let that stop us from staying connected! With only a few attendees available and limited technical support, it wasn’t practical to go ahead, but we made sure to keep everyone in the loop. Announcements and […]
FROM THE CHAIR January 2025 Welcome to a brand-new year of photography! As we embark on another exciting chapter, it’s worth taking a moment to reflect on why we love this art form. For each of us, the reasons are unique—whether it’s the thrill of capturing a fleeting moment, the joy of creative expression, or […]
FROM THE CLUB End of Year Awards and Acknowledgments Fish Hoek Photographic Society celebrated their 2024 successes at the Simonstown Country Club with the festive tables beautifully decorated with love and attention by our very own Coral Surtees. Points garnered throughout the year were tallied by Jane Bursey, and the awards presented by the Clubs […]
FROM THE CHAIR November 2024 My First Experience as an Observer at the Judges’ Table As someone planning to apply for the JAP course next year, I never imagined I’d be invited to observe judging sessions at our club. When the invitation came, I was excited but also a little intimidated. It was surreal, being […]
FROM THE CHAIR October 2024 Dear Club Members, As we approach the end of the year, I’m excited to share some updates from our vibrant community of passionate photographers. Our new committee members are now firmly in place, and we’ve already held our first meeting. It was a wonderful opportunity to reflect on the creativity […]
MESSAGE FROM THE CHAIR September 2024 Dear Club Members, As we gather around the lens of a new chapter in our camera club, I’d like to take a moment to reflect on our recent Annual General Meeting held on September 30th. A heartfelt thank you to Maureen, who has stepped down as editor after six […]
