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The Societies' Newsletter 05 October 2011
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Congratulations to qualifications success this week Paul Reiffer ASITTP http://sittp.com/submissions/Reiffer117875/index.htm Fergal McGrath LSWPP http://swpp.co.uk/improving_your_photography/M cGrath105308/index.htm Joseph Lundie LSWPP http://swpp.co.uk/improving_your_photography/Lundi e8228/index.htm Laura Morgan LSWPP http://swpp.co.uk/improving_your_photography/Morgan 108400/index.htm Jon Swainson LSWPP http://swpp.co.uk/improving_your_photography/Swainson48751/index.htm Rachel Hale LSWPP http://swpp.co.uk/improving_your_photography/Hale107205/index.htm Sian Bowi LSWPP http://swpp.co.uk/improving_your_photography/Bowi96706/index.htm Judith Nicklin LSINWP http://sinwp.com/subs/Nicklin112211/index.htm Donna Gray LSWPP http://swpp.co.uk/improving_your_photography/Gray116436/index.htm New Qualified Members County Listing As part of our web development and the requests from members to focus more attention on qualified members we have been working on an additional feature for the SWPP site. Example: http://tinyurl.com/636xnkd Join now to take advantage of this benefit of membership		SAVE £50 on the 2012 Convention If you join The Societies for £99, we are now offering as a welcome gift a complimentary £50 Convention Voucher, which can be used when booking any Masterclass, Superclass, Business School and Awards Night ticket. Join now and take advantage of this fantastic offer which can help you reap the benefits that The Societies can offer. Please use the secure form linked below to join The Societies: https://swpp.co.uk/secure/join.htm
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Latest Photographic News Fujifilm Confirm Sponsorship of the Societies Wedding Photojournalism Photographer of Year 2011 Award Adobe Fundamentally Changes Economics of Publishing on iPad For Single Edition Content First Epson underwater photo grand prix flooded with stunning entries Calumet adds Leaf to its medium format product portfolio Joby Unveils Three Innotive New Camera Tripods For Holiday Season New from Lowepro – DSLR Video Fastpack AW Series		Jeff Smith's Studio Flash Photography: Techniques for Digital Portrait Photographers With a practical approach to the art and business of professional photography, this handbook shows how to use lighting more effectively, efficiently, and economically. Every aspect of designing a flattering lighting setup is covered in detail, with techniques from head-and-shoulders business portraits to full-length glamour images. Including before-and-after shots and ample setup shots to show lighting from both the photographer’s and subject’s point of view, this invaluable resource is a must-have for photographers looking to improve their studio lighting skills. Usually £24.99 Special Offer £15.00 Spend over £30 and receive free post and packaging
Members Training Days 19 October, - Bath - Lighting For Portraits and Fashion 20 October, - Rothley - Portraits 1 November, - London - Thinking Outside the Box 2 November, - Warwick - Thinking Outside the Box 3 November, - Chester - Thinking Outside the Box 7 November, - Reading - Family Portrait Photography 14 February , - Chester - Business and Weddings 15 February , - Huddersfield - Business and Weddings 16 February, - Warwick - Business and Weddings Check out the new Interactive Seminars Map Each day is split into two sessions. Cost: £40 per session/£80 Full-Day per person http://swpp.co.uk/seminars.htm Join now to take advantage of this benefit of membership		An Outstanding Benefit of Membership Keeping in touch with fellow photographers on The Societies Forum, we believe is one of the most significant benefits of membership. Whatever stage you are at in your career, forum membership gives you the opportunity to: Be at the forefront of knowledge sharing and best practice thinking Keep up to date with current photo issues Debate with experts in specialist areas Network with other photographers Add to your continuous professional development The weekly competitions are popular with the members. Each week a new theme is selected for both the Wedding and General competitions and members are able to vote for the winning image from the previous weeks entries. https://thesocieties.net/forum/ * Topics only viewable to registered logged on members
The Click Group The Click Group have just updated the available postcodes for the Bump to Baby Leads. Remember Societies Members can join for free (Usually £50) Join now to take advantage of this benefit of membership		Social Media And don't forget to follow us on Twitter and Facebook for regular Photographic news, Convention updates, New Members, Wedding Enquiries and much more Follow us on Twiiter - http://twitter.com/TheSocieties Follow us on Facebook - http://www.facebook.com/theSocieties
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