MIPP Newsletter September - October 2018

ISSUE

78

The Official MIPP Newsletter

Photography by Kevin Casha

www.mipp-malta.com

2018

SEP | OCT

President’s Viewpoint Dear Members, It is now close to a year that we moved into our new premises in Paola. We are all the time striving to improve our facilities in order to enrich the experience of our members. It has been a hard, but satisfying year, and we have now settled in. Again, for the benefit of our members and visitors as well as to safeguard our investment, we carried out a Health and Safety assessment and upgrading all the needs facilities necessary and required by law to make our venue safer. We are also in the process of installing some new made to measure furniture in the committee room so that this too will be ready and available for use. I wanted to take the opportunity to remind members of various other extra benefits they have from membership. Our members’ handbook lists them all, but it is important that, from time to time, to remind you of them: 1. Exhibition Frames: we have a set of frames that are available on request by members for any exhibition projects they might have. Subject to availability, these are loaned free of charge.

2. Gallery space: we have recently installed facilities for exhibiting photographs at the premises. The first one-man exhibition, by Tonio Polidano, is already up and showing and we invite other members to come forward and exhibit their work. All that will entail is to print 10 – 12 photographs; the space and the frames are available for free.

3. Lighting Kit/s: we have available for hire two electronic lighting kits – one donated by Photoimages Ltd and the other

by ILabPhoto Ltd. Both sets, which are used during MIPP workshops, are also available for rental at a nominal charge.

4. Mentoring: Various schemes on mentoring of members’ work are available. All info is viewable on the MIPP website.

5. Free WI-Fi has been installed on the premises.

I look forward to seeing you at our events and meetings and encourage you to exploit the above benefits offered to you as a member of MIPP. Kevin Casha President MIPP

Editor: Kevin Casha

Design: Sita Azzopardi

Articles: Various contributors

Proof Reading: Edward Sant Fournier

If you want your photos featured on the newsletter’s front page just send the images to: newsletter@mippmalta.com Your contributions are always welcome

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Contents MIPP premises certified by the National Commission for Further and Higher Education

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(NCFHE) General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) provisions

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Letter from ROGER CHESSELL

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First exhibition at MIPP by TONIO POLIDANO

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Blue Hour Workshop with SAM SCICLUNA

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Reza Deghati in Malta

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Two newly Qualified Members

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Sunset Workshop with SAM SCICLUNA

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MIPP Members’ Meetings

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Case Study

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MIPP Calendar

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MIPP SPONSORS

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Paola premises officially recognized by NCFHE We would like to inform you that the NCFHE National Commission for Further and Higher Education has just certified our Paola premises as in full accordance with Health and Safety requirements with regard to. We are now in total conformity with legal requirements for property in which meetings, events etc related to Further Education can be held.

This is important for us as it means that our members are covered with the best possible conditions when attending. Now all you need is to attend‌

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Photography Students at Palazzo Falson: A group of students from the MIPP Applied Commercial Photography course recently carried out a practical workshop at Palazzo Falson. The course, which is under the tutorship of Kevin Casha, leads to a Level 4 accreditation in Photography. The MIPP would like to thank the Palazzo’s Director, Caroline Tonna as well as the staff for making this amazing workshop possible.

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Keith Darmanin #KitzKlikz Makeup: Elaine Galea; Hair: Claire Vassallo using Toni & Guy Styling: Etienne Farrell Artistic Direction: Adrian J Mizzi; Arezia Outfits: New Look Shoot for Venere produced by Motion blur and Unique Promotions Models: Black Bodysuit - Graziella Fleri; White Bodysuit - Casey Pace

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GDPR provisions: The MIPP Committee would like to invite members to exhibit at our new premises in Paola. We have now installed purpose built rails for ensuring safe and easy hanging of frame exhibits. The following are the guidelines for such exhibitions: (GDPR) General Data Protection Regulation provisions: Confirmed fully paid up applicants for MIPP membership signify their acceptance to receive communications by electronic and any other means from the Malta Institute of Professional Photography (MIPP). To unsubscribe from this list kindly send us an email on courses@mipp-malta.com and just writing ‘UNSUBSCRIBE’ in the subject area of your email - Your details will then be removed from our records. Should a member cease to remain in the MIPP for more than 2 years, the member’s data will be deleted from MIPP records.

This is a major update to the Data Protection Act that protects you from unsolicited emails and being implemented in order to ensure that we comply with the new General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR).

If you are already an MIPP member and want to keep receiving communications from us including upcoming events, special offers and other news, just send us an email reply with the phrase ‘KEEP ME SUBSCRIBED.’ If you have already done so, then we will be keeping in touch with you.

Thank you for being a part of our network.

To all my friends at M.I.P.P. I am returning to the UK to live by then end of July 2018.

I want to take this opportunity to thank you all for the very warm welcome I received when I joined the M.I.P.P. and wish you all the very best on your future photography journey. My photography grew while I was with you, from all the comments and suggestions I received on my own images and looking at yours as well, I intend to continue following your endeavors on the M.I.P.P wall for many years to come.

As my photographic journey continues, I will be posting my images for you all to see and comment on. I will have a lot of new subjects to capture from motorboat racing, wild life, riversides, yachting, beach and windmills along the banks of the canals. As you can tell I am going to a very pretty area of the UK called Norfolk on the east coast. While my wife was in the UK recently she carried out the house hunting and has found a very good 3 bedroom house, but it has had a conversion done on the garage making it into a studio that I am going to use for all my photographic needs.

All the best and bye for now.

Regards Roger Chessell

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First exhibition at MIPP

by TONIO POLIDANO locally and internationally. Inspired by experienced

During the months of August and September, we have our first one-man photographic exhibition at our Paola premises. Tonio Polidano accepted our invitation to exhibit his works. The below is Tonio’s artist statement on his images:

fellow photographers like Raymond Muscat EFIAP FMPS and Keith Ellul FMIPP to who I am very grateful for their inspiration and support, I am displaying a small portion of my work produced over the last few years.

This set displays images from my recent travels, namely Scotland, Wales, Iceland, Venice and Malta too. All the images are of the Long-Exposure type using Neutral Density and Graduated Filters in the process.

I would like to express my thanks and gratitude to my

Artist Statement:

wife Marisa and family for her continued patience and support throughout my journey. Gratitude also goes

As a freelance photographer for the last eight years,

to the MIPP President, Mr. Kevin Casha and my fellow

my photography portfolio has broadened to quite a

MIPP Committee members for this opportunity.

wide spectrum. I have shot many photographs that include a variety of scenarios, and the opportunities

play will inspire other MIPP Members to display some

have been numerous and forthcoming.

of their work at the MIPP premises

One of my favourite topics for the last few years has

Tonio Polidano

been Landscape and Seascape photography both

toniopolidanophotography.com

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MIPP World Photography Day

MIPP. The session was followed by the presentation of various MIPP certificates including the Still Image Award as well as the Qualifications. Photoink, Ilab Photo and Avantech were also presented with the MIPP Award of Recognition – for their continued loyalty and sponsorship of the MIPP. A further

As of norm, the MIPP celebrated World Photography

Award was presented to Paul Vella, in recognition for

Day on the 19th of August with a specific event.

nurturing an amazing collection of vintage cameras

The morning started off with an interesting and

which would have otherwise not been available for

informative lecture by Tonio Polidano, who outlined

posterity. The morning ended in a relaxed social way

his progress in photography ever since he joined the

with drinks and nibbles.

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DUNCAN CAUCHI WITH HIS RECIPROCAL FELLOWSHIP AWARD

ILAB RECEIVING THEIR AWARD OF RECOGNITION

KEITH ELLUL PRESENTED WITH HIS FELLOWSHIP AWARD

PAUL VELLA RECEIVING HIS AWARD

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PHOTOGRAPH BY JASON SPITERI

GET QUALIFIED BY MIPP

APPLY FOR YOUR DIGITAL LICENTIATESHIP:

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PHOTOGRAPH BY GUIDO BONETT - TARANTULA, CHOCO FOREST

SAM SCICLUNA’S Blue Hour Workshop

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Reza Deghati in Malta Recently, through the efforts of MIPP Member

and Senior Fellow of the Ashoka Foundation. Over

Charles Mifsud, we were again fortunate to have

the course of his career, with or without his camera,

amongst us Reza Deghati. Reza is a philanthropist,

Reza has volunteered his service to those living in

idealist, humanist and renowned photojournalist. He

conflict-ridden societies. Reza’s priority is to provide

has spent the last 40 years sharing with the world his

visual education to vulnerable communities in order

unique photographs capturing people, cultures and

to give them the means of becoming trained and

traditions, thereby enabling a deeper understanding

able to express themselves through photography.

of mankind .

Consequently of that, he created the NGO: Reza Visual Academy. Besides, rather than training the

He is Explorer of the National Geographic Society

youths, the NGO also displays the pictures taken by the young photographers in order to share their testimonies with the rest of the world.

As part of the Malta International Arts Festival, Reza inaugurated an exhibition called “Exile Voices”. Charles Mifsud and Darrin Zammit Lupi also exhibited with this renowned iconic personality.

During an interactive session at the Aula Magna, in Valletta, Reza was presented

by MIPP President with his book “The

REZA DURING THE INTERACTIVE SESSION AT THE OLD UNIVERSITY BUILDINGS, IN VALLETTA

KEVIN CASHA PRESENTING REZA WITH HIS BOOK.

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History of Maltese Photography and its Protagonists”.

Two newly Qualified Members In the mid-year Qualification session, two members were successful in obtaining their Qualifications.

Keith Ellul gained his MIPP Fellowship with a Fine Art panel whilst Podge Kelly achieved his Associate with a panel of images taken with an Iphone in the London underground. Podge’s panel was the first to gain an MIPP Qualification through Iphonography. Congratulations to both and welcome to the MIPP Qualified Club!

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Podge Kelly PhotographyŠ (AMIPP)

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Podge Kelly PhotographyŠ (AMIPP)

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SUNSET WORKSHOP

SESSION 2: Tuesday 23rd October: Post processing of some images and assessment of

TWO SESSIONS with SAM SCICLUNA

participants’ images; discussion/question time.

Price: 40 Euros for MIPP Members, 60 Euros for non A Fantastic opportunity to learn with

members MIPP, 76 Britannia Street, Paola at 19:00.

Landscape photographer Sam Scicluna

Booking/payment deadline by 10th September on

https://www.samuelscicluna.com

SESSION 1: Saturday 20th October at 16:00 Practical workshop on location at Ghajn Tuffieha with support and guidance whilst shooting. We will meet at 16:00 in Ghajn Tuffieha Carpark and walk to various locations / discuss compositions and possibilities

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Case Study

Valletta 2018 created a window into Japan with Epson

When you need to create prints that are “better than the real thing�, Epson is the way

European Capitals of Culture Valletta, Malta, is one of the two European Capitals of Culture for 2018, along with Leeuwarden. The European Capitals of Culture initiative was developed in 1985 and is designed to celebrate the richness of European cultures, while breathing new life into the cities. Each Capital is carefully selected after application of thoroughly developed proposals.

The Valletta 2018 Foundation is responsible for the European Capital of Culture programme in Malta and is driving cultural, social and economic regeneration in Valletta and the Maltese Islands through collaboration, exchange and innovative practice.

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“European Eyes on Japan” visual arts project

Furthermore, the Epson PrecisionCore Micro TFP printhead, allowed Intervisions to create in-house, high quality, Giclee prints up to 6m!

The programme consists of projects developed with various local and international communities.

One of these events, the “European Eyes on Japan” visual arts project, led by artistic director Mikiko Kikuta, European Eyes on Japan has toured over thirty European Capitals of Culture since 1999.

For 2018, M. Kikuta worked together with the photographers Alexandra Pace (Valletta) and Alice Wielinga (Leeuwarden-Fryslan) to capture Japan’s lifestyle through a European lens. The work of both artists will be hosted in Valletta, Leeuwarden and Japan

Intervisions ltd We are extremely happy that we were chosen to assist with the realization of this demanding project.

The high quality Epson SC-P20000 did not let us down and we were able to create what we believe are some of the largest Giclee Prints that have ever been produced

Producing a demanding fine art project, in-house

Key Facts

Intervisions, a company with years of experience

Highest printing speed

in large format printing was chosen to print the photos of the exhibition. The task proved to be demanding, due to the vivid colors and the large size of the artworks but Intervisions rose up to the occasion and using Epson’s newest SureColor P series printer and their expertise, was able to deliver the impressive end result, in no time.

How did they do that?

SC-P20000 is equipped with new, high-precision media feed stabiliser, which translates to no interruptions to the workflow, while the 10-colour UltraChrome Pro ink set, provided realistic and accurate color reproduction and deeper blacks, that really let visitors of the exhibitions have a lifelike view of Japan.

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Superior Quality 600 x 600 dpi High-precision media feed stabiliser Giclee prints up to 6m

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PHOTOGRAPH BY ONDRE CAMILLERI GAGLIONE NAIVASHA - KENYA

PHOTOGRAPH BY GUIDO BONETT - LITTLE EGRET

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CALENDAR September October September /2018

ASTRO PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOP

WITH DERREN VELLA & EARL MALLIA

Places limited so kindly book on COURSES@MIPP-MALTA.COM Friday 7th September | 20.00

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MIPP MEMBERS’

MEETING: MYSTERIES OF THE SKIES? How to photograph the un-seeable

by RAMON SAMMUT

Meeting Point St Mary Magdalene Chapel, Dingli Tuesday 2nd October | 19:30

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MIPP MEMBERS’ PTYA ASSESSMENTS sessions 3 & 4 Tuesday 11th September | 19:30 76, MIPP, Britannia Street, Paola

76, MIPP, Britannia Street, Paola

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MIPP MEMBERS’

in collaboration with AVANTECH Tuesday 16th October | 18:00 Avantech

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MIPP MEMBERS’ MEETING: WAR

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ONE DAY WORKSHOP on Foundation

by RENE ROSSIGNAUD

Post Processing with

Tuesday 18th September | 19:30

by MARTIN AGIUS

76, MIPP, Britannia Street, Paola

Check MIPP Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/groups/mippwall/

or visit our website http://mipp-malta.com/conventions/events/mipp-events/

For more updates and schedules.

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by booking on COURSES@MIPP-MALTA.COM Coffee/tea/light snack included - 50 Euro for members 80 Euro for non members Saturday 20th October | 9:00am - 16:00pm MIPP, Britannia Street, Paola

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CALENDAR October

MIPP MEMBERS’

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USING PORTABLE FLASH

by CHARLES CALLEJA Tuesday 6th November | 19:30

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76, MIPP, Britannia Street, Paola

SUNSET WORKSHOP:

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TWO SESSIONS with SAM SCICLUNA A fantastic opportunity to learn with Landscape photographer Sam Scicluna

https://www.samuelscicluna.com

MIPP MEMBERS’ MEETING: PTYA PUBLIC JUDGING – PANEL

SESSION 1: Saturday 20th October at 16:00 SESSION 2: Tuesday 23rd October

Tuesday 13th November | 19:30

Price: 40 Euros for MIPP Members, 60 Euros for non members

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MIPP, Britannia Street, Paola

MIPP MEMBERS’

Booking/payment deadline by 15th September on COURSES@MIPP-MALTA.COM

MEETING: JUDGING of MIPP QUALIFICATIONS Open to all (subject to the amount of panels received)

Tuesday 20th November 19:30 MIPP, Britannia Street, Paola

CANON RENTAL SERVICE Photography equipment available for hire • • • • • • • •

EF 100-400mm f/4-5.6 L IS USM EF 70-200mm 1:2,8 L IS II USM EF 24-105mm 1:4,0 L IS USM EF 24-70mm 1:2.8L USM EF 8-15mm f/4 L USM fisheye EOS 5D III body EOS 6D body Speedlite 600 EX RT

For full details and conditions visit www.avantech.com.mt or call on 2148 8800 Ask about our ‘Try before you buy’ scheme!

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Membership Renewal @ @

We would like to remind you that we are now accepting payments for 2017 membership renewals. By renewing the €40 fee (from 2016 it is €40 even for those that have been members for 5 or more years), you will have a chance to

Become a qualified photographer with our three levels of qualification: Licentiate, Associate and Fellowship

Reciprocal photographic qualification with the best UK Institution

Get reduced rates to our courses and workshops

Informative monthly lectures and newsletters

Exclusive photographic competitions ONLY for MIPP members and much more

OR

One may pay by either sending in a cheque to:

Pay directly from the BOV website: www.bov.com and log in to BOV internet banking with your Securekey.

“76, MIPP, Britannia Street, Paola, Malta”,

OR

together with the relative membership fee.

(Cheques are to be made payable to “The Treasurer, MIPP”)

When attending an MIPP Event.

Notice: MEMBERS’ EMAIL UPDATES: Should you not be receiving regular email updates and communications from the MIPP, kindly check and inform us asap if you have changed your email.

BENEFIT FULLY FROM YOUR MIPP MEMBERSHIP

DOWNLOAD THE HANDBOOK http://mipp-malta.com/wp-content/uploads/MIPP-Members-Handbook-2018.pdf

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THE MIPP SPONSORS Non-Profit organizations like the Malta Institute of Professional Photography are constantly in need of funds in order to be able to function in a modern and professional manner. That is why it is important to have various sponsors interested in networking with the MIPP and at the same time involving them in important issues concerning the photographic trade.

The MIPP feels it is vital to stimulate joint events and initiatives together with our sponsors. This policy helps our members to be constantly aware of products and services that our sponsors market thus not only encouraging an increase in business but also benefitting our members through special occasional offers and deals.

This co-operation and belief by our sponsors, most of who have been with us since the MIPP’s inception, has helped in no small way in making the Institute what it is today. It is one of the MIPP’s main objectives to help to keep this co-operation improving. We urge our members to truly support our sponsors by making use of their services and products whenever possible.

The main sponsors of MIPP are AVANTECH (CANON); ILAB Photo and INTERVISIONS (PHOTO INK).

Our sponsors show faith in the MIPP so it is only fair that our members should reciprocate. Give your custom to the companies and entities who help us.

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CONTACTS

Web: www.mipp-malta.com Email: president@mipp-malta.com Address: 76, MIPP, Britannia Street, Paola, PLA 1426 Malta Tel No: 0356 99470106

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