Newsletter February 2016 Welcome To Your Spring 2016 Newsletter! Despite the cold, wet and sometimes dreary days that we have been experiencing over the winter months, many of you have got out and about and captured some stunning photographs at our events. However, many of us at some time have thought that it is probably best to remain at home, wanting to get out, but lacking in inspiration. For sure you’re not alone, as life is full of challenges demanding our time and attention and photography is no different. That is why, in 2016 we would like you to get more involved in your region to meet other photographers and have your say in how you will achieve your photographic goals this year. We hope to organise more educational workshops in the Southern Region to get ‘Back to Basics’ on the principles of photography. Not only will this help newcomers and encourage existing members to get more out of their membership, but may inspire some of us to try different approaches. We also hope to plan joint workshops with special interest groups. Discussion with the Travel Group is already underway, in preparation for future events. We will continue to plan more of the ever popular, distinctions advisory days throughout the year, but also support other areas of your membership. We will continue to organise via Meetup, less formal events for those who simply want to meet for a social gathering in a less structured environment. Why not come along to meet us sometime? We also would like to run a longer term project so if you have any ideas we welcome your suggestions. Perhaps you fancy being part of an exhibition in the region later in the year? Or just need help on your own personal projects, whether it be in abstract fine art photography or landscape photography in the great outdoors. With your involvement, we hope to make 2016 a rewarding year full of potential to improve your photography. Paul
Paul Gilmour LRPS Regional Organiser
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