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Photography Group - The Shutterists

We are a friendly group of keen photographers with an un-written modus operandi of ‘For fun’

The Shutterist Group allows all camera types, DSLR, Compacts, Mirrorless, Film, Phones, Pin Hole, Box Brownie, etc... However even though we are predominantly the WMS Photographic Group, cameras are not a pre-requisite for trips out, the Shutterists welcome all fellow members of WMS to enjoy our planned visits. For example, one of our keen members is more into Art, than photography, and will attend outings with his charcoal and sketch pad

The group’s focus is;

1. Regular Group outings to photogenic places within East Anglia

2. Learning and improving our own camera handling

3. Learning to ‘enhance our photographs’ with minor adjustments in Photoshop

4. Taking part in a monthly Photograph Challenge

Of course, all the above are voluntary, pick and mix as you wish

After ‘Shutterist Outings’ a competition will be held for the best photograph of the day. The Winner will receive ‘The Terry Knight Photo Group Trophy’. The Winner retains this Trophy untill the next outing at which time a new Winner will be announced and the Trophy is passed on accordingly

The Trophy is awarded in tribute to Terry Knight, one of our original photo group members who sadly passed away in 2019.

Shutterist Outings generally take in a coffee, food and even the odd beer – it’s a social trip as much as a photographic one and we all share friendly banter

Whereas The monthly Photographic Challenge maybe for the more committed photographers. The monthly challenge is based on a title given at the start of each month by the challenge creator.

WMS Artistic Talent to submit their entry(s) by no later than the 3rd of every month.

Photographers:

Entry(s) can be one colour and / or one black & white – can be different photo or same.

Other mediums:

WMS artistic talent (in other ‘Art Forms’ such as charcoal sketch, water-colour, acrylic, pottery etc…) choose your medium and enter accordingly.

All members of the Shutterists, whether entered that month or not, get six votes and choose their favourite three entries. Awarding Gold (3 points), Silver (2 Points) and Bronze (1 Point).

Voting closes by the 7th of said month.

Each month the next challenge title will be released.

Entry should be taken or made in that previous month.

Remember though - It’s for fun... but it is a challenge.

If any of the above is of interest, or you have any questions, come see us at the SHED

On behalf of WMS Shutterists

Latest News From The Shutterists

The below is a first attempt at putting together a monthly list of places and locations for the next 12 months where members of the group have indicated they would like to visit. Dates / times have yet to be determined. (Those suggestions not included in the below will be rolled over to following period)

July 2024 outing Cart Gap to Happisburgh Forray
Unfortunately, only five members of the group were able to make this month’s foray to the Cart Gap beach ramble to Happisburgh due to last minute withdrawal by two of our illustrious Bravehearts.

The journey from Watton to our chosen rendezvous point passed without incident despite earlier online discussions as to the correct post code for Cart Gap beach car park. So safely ensconced in the car park a quick parley ensued and we began our slow amble along the beautiful golden sands in the direction of our destination in the knowledge that lunch will later be served.

The weather was bright and warm with a cooling offshore breeze making the trek most enjoyable. I must point out this stage that one of the troop engaged in a long and detailed discussion with a female member of the public who provided him with a vast amount of local knowledge around fossils, sea glass and details about the occasional seals that regularly patrol these waters.

As we continued to advance in the direct of Happisburgh numerous photographic opportunities became evident and the sound of activating camera shutters was music to my ears. From the first glimpse of Happisburgh lighthouse from the beach to pebbles trapped in wooden breakwaters and the splashing of waves over rusty sea defences our Bravehearts never missed an opportunity to take photographs.

On arrival at Happisburgh we climbed the steep ramp from the beach to the village where we made our way along the lanes to the local pub where rations were ordered and consumed. Despite the wait our food duly arrived and was eaten with gusto as each Braveheart had what can only be described as ravenous appetites. After lunch a leisurely walk took the group back to the top of the ramp where, after tasting the local ice-cream, we began our cliff top amble back to Cart Gap car park. This was a beautiful walk giving close up views of the lighthouse and across our beautiful Norfolk landscape.

All in all, an excellent day out and well worth the journey from Watton to our gorgeous east coast.

GOLD
"Bladder Wrack, Bolt & Rust"

Gold award: shot by

Bob Darts

"I love the colours and the patterns in the
wood and seaweed. The textures are great.”

SILVER

"Who's Ringing The Bell"

Silver award: shot by

David Haylock

“Not sure what the implement is in the foreground, but it makes an interesting shot in contrast to the lighthouse on the cliff."

Bronze

"Dancing Waves"

Silver award: shot by

Grahame Andrews

“Love the water action in contrast to the static rusty metal, as well as a large blue sky."

An aide memoir re the WMS Shutterists
As a reminder to all Members, The WMS Shutterists are predominantly an ‘Artistic Group,’ however cameras / pencils / paints are not a pre-requisite for trips out. The Shutterists welcome all fellow members of WMS to come and enjoy our outings. It is generally a good walk in beautiful East Anglia, nearly always with the odd coffee, beer, wine, lunch, dinner thrown in for goodwill.
Join the Shutterists, which is huge fun, and allow those creative juices to flow…

To see the latest achievement's of the Shutterists please click on the link below to view our monthly report:

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The 2024 Monthly Challenge – Summary of what it’s about.

Photographers:

Entry(s) can be one colour and / or one black & white – can be different photo or same. Photo must be taken in that month and title must relate to the Film Title of the month. All members of the Shutterists, whether entered that month or not, get six votes.

Remember though - It’s for fun... but it is a challenge.

Other mediums:

WMS artistic talent (in other ‘Art Forms’ such as charcoal sketch, water-colour, acrylic, pottery etc…) choose your medium and enter accordingly. Please also refer to last page of The Shutterists Album – gives great stats…