Coming Exhibitions, Presentations & Attendances

     

Past Presentations, Attendances & Achievements

 24-26 March 2017  Greymouth Photographic Society Workshop at Castle Hill. Tutor for weekend focusing on the "Extreme Difference" theme.
 6 March 2017  Dunedin Camera Club Judged Open Competition
 17 February 2017  Aigantighe Art Gallery, Timaru Exhibited one prints and two digital images in 'Contemporary Photography an exhibition showcasing local invited photographersl
 19 October 2016  Christchurch Photographic Society (CPS) Judged 4th Open Competition
 12 December 2015  Greymouth Photographic Society Tutored Lightroom Essentials.
2 September 2015 Timaru Suburban Lions Club Presented 'Aurora'
22-23 August 2015 Greymouth Photographic Society Guest speaker and workshop presenter at the Seddon Shield weekend.
1-2 August 2015 Christchurch Photographic Society (CPS) Laurie Thomas Winter School 2006 at Flock Hill. Tutor for weekend focusing on the "Extreme Difference" theme.
18 July 2015 Ashburton Photographic Society Tutored Lightroom Essentials.
23 June 2015 Pixels - Christchurch Presented programme called Hunting the Aurora
11 July 2015 Aigantighe Art Gallery, Timaru Exhibited three prints in Here and Now, an exhibition showcasing local artists
3 June 2014 Aoraki Polytechnic Photography Course Presented programme called the Extreme Difference
30 May 2014 South Canterbury Astronomers Phenomenal Phenomena - presentation on photographic outings around weather extremes, solar activity, aurora and the heavens.
3 March 2014 Focus Aorangi Photography Society Presented programme called the Extreme Difference
18 November 2013 New Zealand Institute of Professional Photographers (NZIPP) Canterbury Westland Branch Presented programme called the Extreme Difference
October 2013 Pukekohe Franklin Camera Club Co-judged for Creative Focus Publication
September 2013 Photography with Pixels (PwP)  Judged September 'Primary Colours' Competition
31 August 2013 Photographic Society of New Zealand Co-judged Southern Regional Salon:  Projeted images and prints, Open, PJ and Portrature
June 2013 Photography with Pixels (PwP) Co-judged Open Competition
22 May 2013 Christchurch Photographic Society (CPS) Presented programme called the Extreme Difference
1 May 2013 Christchurch Photographic Society (CPS) Judged and presented critique for Open Competition
11 -14 November 2012 Pukekohe Franklin Camera Club Photography Workshop on develop extreme factors for own photography
15 Oct 2012 Dunedin Camera Club Present overview of "The Foundation of Timaru, "Phenomenal Phenomena" and OUR LAND emphasing importance of expertise and in passion for subjec
22 June 2012 Aigantighe Art Gallery, Timaru Geoff Cloake AT LARGE exhibition
23 May 2012 Ashburton Photography Society Judging of Set Subject Photo competition, presentation of critiques to meeting with short presentation on the development of my style of photography<
14-16 November 2011 Pukekohe Franklin Camera Club Run Outdoor Photogrpahy Workshop
11-13 November 2011 PSNZ Northern Regional Convention Presented programme called the Extreme Difference
27 August 2011 Focus Aorangi Photography Society Joined panel judging PSNZ Interclub BowronLandscape Competition
21 July 2011 Rotary Club of TImaru North Presentation on innovations in visual communicaitons, and AV on Hadlow to Harbour Fun Run
27 May 2011 Timaru Boys High School Presented photography programme to Arts Festival Week
21 March 2011 Pukekohe Franklin Camera Club Judging of 7th Impressionism Competition
4 August 2010 SC School Wetlands Photo Competition Joined panel of judges to select winners
2 August 2010 Focus Aorangi Photography Society Judging of Set Subject Photo competition, presentation of critiques to meeting with short presentation on use of the web and social networking to share your photography
28 April 2010 Christchurch Photographic Society (CPS) Judging of Open Projected Image competition and presentation of critiques to meeting
8 March 2010 Kaipoi Photographic Club Present Programme on expertise and passion for subject matter
September 2010 Kaipoi Photographic Club Judging of photo competition and presentation of critiques to meeting
1 September 2010 Christchurch Photographic Society (CPS) Present "The Foundation of Timaru and "Phenomenal Phenomena" emphasing importance of expertise and in passion for subject matter
25 August 2010 Ashburton Photography Society Judging of Set Subject Photo competition, presentation of critiques to meeting with short presentation on use of the web and social networking to share your photography
I took a break 2009-2010 while serving as president of my Rotary club. I have since resumed assisting various Photographic Clubs with their competitions and programmes, and making appearances at various events. Also I am joining in on public events to displaying or donating my artwork.
4 October 2009 Focus Aorangi Photography Society Judged Seascape competition and presented "TheFoundation of Timaru" with portfolio of associated images
16 April 2009 Timaru North Rotary Club Presented "The Foundation of Timaru" - An illustrated talk research and discoveries associated with the Timaru Basalt Sheet
24 July 2009 Geraldine Ladies Dinner Club Phenomenal Phenomena - presentation on photographic outings around weather extremes, solar activity and the heavens.
23 June 2009 Photography with Pixels Judged and presented Open Photographic Competition
16 November 2008 Jaguar Club at SC Museum Heritage Theatre The Foundation of Timaru - An illustrated talk research and discoveries associated with the Timaru Basalt Sheet
October 2008 Christchurch Photographic Society (CPS) Co-judged First Pilot Salon.
23 May 2008 SC Museum Heritage Theatre Presented "The Foundation of Timaru" - An illustrated talk research and discoveries associated with the Timaru Basalt Sheet
10 May 2008 The Ashburton Photography Society

Led one day workshop on photo optimisation and creative technique using Photoshop

9 May - July 2008 South Canterbury Museum Invited to provide a natural history exhibit for the 'Lifting The Lid' outlining a ten year path of geological discoveries associated with the Timaru Basalt Sheet..
6 February 2008 Commonweath Photography Challenge 2008 Judge, Critic, and Presenter of recorded programme for the international competition between, Christchurch Photographic Society, Edwardstown Photographic Club, Highcliffe and Infinity, & Witney Photo Group
31 January 2008 Smart Business Woman's Network Presenter of Creative Thinking Programme
9 Dec 2007 Christchurch Photographic Society (CPS) Judge Champion Prints for 2007
1 November 2007 The Vintage Car Club of NZ SC Branch Phenomenal Phenomena - presentation on photographic outings around weather extremes, solar activity and the heavens.
25-26 August 2007 Rangiora Photographic Society Invited as outdoor tutor to Bramar field trip.at Lake Pukai
15 August 2007 Christchurch Photographic Society (CPS) Judge and Present Commentary on 5th Open Projected Images and Prints
9 August 2007 Rotary Club of Timaru North Phenomenal Phenomena - presentation on photographic outings around weather extremes, solar activity and the heavens.
12 July 2007 The Ashburton Photography Society Adobe Lightroom demonstration and use as an evaluation and teaching tool.
12 June - 29 July 2007 Aigantighe Art Gallery - Timaru "Revenge" Art exhibition exploring interaction between humans & climate.
7 May 2007 Focus Aorangi Photography Society AGM Guest Speaker - On-line internet exploration for Photographic Genre, and ways to develop own style.
30 March - 1 April 2007 Focus Aorangi Photography Society Tutor for day workshops introducing the theme: "Creative freedom and Critical Performance".
8 Feb 2007 The Ashburton Photography Society The Natural Phenomena Chase - Invited as guest speaker for penning night.
6 November 2006 Focus Aorangi Photography Society The Natural Phenomena Chase - Invited as guest speaker for club night.
8 Sept 7-Oct 2006 Art House Cafe Mes Amis - Orari Guest exhibitor for month with daughter Roselyn.
2 Sept 2006 The Photography Society of New Zealand Invited by Aorangi Focus along and along with Dawn Radcliff Taylor and Reg Graham as one of three selectors for the 2006 Southern Regional Salon
23 August 2006 Rotary Club of Timaru South The Natural Phenomena Chase - After diner presentation on planning photographic outings around the weather and solar activity.
8 August 2006 Big Chill Book Launch Two photos of the 2006 storm included in Jeff Grigors book.
28-30 July 2006 Christchurch Photographic Society (CPS) Laurie Thomas Winter School 2006 in Waimate. Tutor for weekend developingo1in the theme: "Creative freedom and Critical Performance".
22 July 2006 The Nature Photography Society of New Zealand Full day digital workshop demonstrating RAW processing and Photoshop techniques on images provided by members.
11 July 2006 Timaru Rotary Club The Natural Phenomena Chase - After diner presentation on planning photographic outings around the weather and solar activity.
10 July 2006 Ronald Woolf Memorial Trust Invitation portfolio of ten images presented to the charity gala “Celebration Photography” in Wellington. I was the first recipient of the Ronald Woolf Youth Award in 1978.
24 June 2006 The Nature Photography Society of New Zealand Assist John Barnes with Saturday workshop
15 May 2006 The Nature Photography Society of New Zealand The Natural Phenomena Chase - Evening Presentation on planning photographic outings around the weather and solar activity.
10 March 'Art Timaru Limited' Joined with other artists in pre-launch exhibition.
12 Feb 2006 Hospice Wine and Food Festival Joined an artist 'corner' with a small exhibit of work along side Roselyn, my daughters paintings.
26 Nov 2005 Timeless Artwalk Joined with other artists in exhibition at Banks St as part of Timaru's Rose Festival's art walk.
23 November 2005 Ashburton Photographic Society Judged and Presented Commentary on Champion slides and Prints for the year
11-13 Nov 2005 Christchurch Photographic Society (CPS) Digital Weekend in Timaru Led workshop on image prinitng.Presented digital landscape photography programme Led field trip to Taiko. Co-presented an interactive Photoshop session with John Doogan.
31 Oct 2005 Aorangi Focus Judged and Presented Commentary on Slides and Prints for 'Snow and Ice' Competition
16 Feb 2005 Christchurch Photographic Society (CPS) Presented programme with audio visuals to the theme of 'Extreme Art in Photography'
21 Aug 2004 Ashburton Photographic Society Co-judged 2004 Ilford Shield photographic competition for NZ Secondary School Students.

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