BROKEN HILL AMATEUR PHOTOGRAPHIC SOCIETY
FORMED 1902
Wednesday 12th February 1902 Page 2 - Barrier Miner (Broken Hill, NSW)
BROKEN HILL AMATEUR PHOTOGRAPHIC SOCIETY
A meeting of the newly-formed Broken Hill Amateur Photographic Society was held at the rooms, Mutual Buildings, last evening. There was a good attendance of members.
Rules were drawn up and adopted. It was resolved that the subscription be 10s per annum for gentlemen and 5s. for ladies, payable half-yearly, and that the club would be for the benefit of amateurs generally.
The election of officers was confirmed: President, Mr. E.A. Whitehead; Vice-President, Mr. Swainson; Treasurer, Mr. W. Hince; Hon.Secretary, Mr. T.V. Sanders.
The committee will be appointed at the next meeting, to be held a fortnight hence, when the president will also deliver a lecture.
Thursday 5th June 1902 Page 3 - Barrier Miner (Broken Hill, NSW)
BROKEN HILL AMATEUR PHOTOGRAPHIC SOCIETY
The usual monthly meeting of the Broken Hill Amateur Photographic Society was held at Tait's Masonic Hall on Tuesday evening. Several new members were proposed.
The secretary reported that Mr. G.F. Jenkinson had presented to the society his very valuable library of books relating to photography, and Mr. Whitehead had also presented several useful Vol.s. A hearty vote of thanks was accorded to each gentleman for his generous gifts.
At the conclusion of the business the president gave a practical demonstration of printing and developing bromide prints, which was appreciated by all present.
Saturday 11th October 1902 Page 3 - Barrier Miner (Broken Hill, NSW)
SPRING FLOWER SHOW and EXHIBITION of FINE ARTS
TOWN HALL, on FRIDAY, 17th, and SATURDAY, 18th, October 1902.
In connection with this Show the Broken Hill Amateur Photographic Society will make an attractive exhibit.
21st January 1904 Page 32 - Vol. 11 No. 1 - Australasian photo-review
BROKEN HILL AMATEUR PHOTOGRAPHICS SOCIETY
The Broken Hill Amateur Photographic Society was formed in February, 1902, and it was shortly afterwards decided to limit its members strictly to amateurs. The original office-bearers were: E.A. Whitehead, President; J.S. Swainson, Vice-President; W.E.N. Hince, Hon. Treasurer; J. Saunders, Hon.Secretary. The club at the present time consists of twenty-three members, and has a very fair library, thanks largely to the generosity of Mr. Jenkinson, a local professional, who donated a number of valuable books to the Society.
The officers for the present half-year are: Justin McCarthy, president; L.H.M. Avery, Vice-President; J.R. Godfrey, Hon.Secretary; W.E.N. Hince, Hon. Treasurer.
A competitive exhibition was to have been held last winter, but the unprecedented drought and want of water caused it to be postponed until the coming winter.
The Society meets in their club room on the first Friday in every month, when prints and negatives are shown for criticism; sometimes “Camera” nights are held, and on other nights Lantern Exhibitions are given. One of the most successful functions was a picnic, last December, when members of the Society drove out and took photographs at Stevens Creek, for exhibition at the coming monthly meeting.
Some of the members do very high-class work, and even the beginners, profiting by the experience of the older amateurs, avoid many of the stumbling blocks which beset the paths of the Tyros.
The Society has, up to the present, had a successful career, technically, socially, and financially.
Thursday 11th February 1904 Page 3 - Barrier Miner (Broken Hill, NSW)
BROKEN HILL AMATEUR PHOTOGRAPHIC SOCIETY
A largely attended meeting of the Broken Hill Amateur Photographic Society was held last night in Tait’s Masonic Hall. There was also a number of visitors present. Mr. Justin M‘Carthy (president) was in the chair. The meeting had been called for the purpose of affording members and their friends an opportunity of benefiting by a demonstration in toning given by Mr. Wight, representative of Messrs. Baker and Rouse. The toning process illustrated is known as the new Austral pretone process, and it is claimed for it that it minimizes washing and gives prints free from the double toning and mixed tones so prevalent with the old toning process. Mr. Wight toned a large number of prints, the time being taken by the chairman. The results obtained were deemed to be highly satisfactory. There was also a print trimming competition, in which the amateurs displayed varying degrees of artistic taste in utilizing the most picturesque or effective portions of a print within the limits of a small oval. A hearty vote of thanks was accorded Mr. Wight for his instructive demonstration.
21st March 1904 Page 109 - Vol. 11 No. 3 - Australasian photo-review
BROKEN HILL AMATEUR PHOTOGRAPHICS SOCIETY
A largely attended meeting of the Broken Hill Amateur Photographic Society was held last night in Tait’s Masonic Hall. There was also a number of visitors present. Mr. Justin M‘Carthy (president) was in the chair. The meeting had been called for the purpose of affording members and their friends an opportunity of benefiting by a demonstration in toning given by Mr. Wight, representative of Messrs. Baker and Rouse. The toning process illustrated is known as the new Austral pretone process, and it is claimed for it that it minimizes washing and gives prints free from the double toning and mixed tones so prevalent with the old toning process. Mr. Wight toned a large number of prints, the time being taken by the chairman. The results obtained were deemed to be highly satisfactory. There was also a print trimming competition, in which the amateurs displayed varying degrees of artistic taste in utilizing the most picturesque or effective portions of a print within the limits of a small oval. A hearty vote of thanks was accorded Mr. Wight for his instructive demonstration.
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BROKEN HILL AMATEUR PHOTOGRAPHICS SOCIETY
21st November 1904 Page 435 - Vol. 11 No. 11 - Australasian photo-review
BROKEN HILL AMATEUR PHOTOGRAPHICS SOCIETY
The usual monthly meeting of the Broken Hill Amateur Photographic Society was held on the 7th October. One new member was elected, and two candidates proposed. It was resolved that the rule relating to the number of committee men be five instead of three, in addition to the executive officers.
The officers for the current year are: President, Mr. L.H. Avery; Vice President, Mr. J.A. Lindsay; committee, Messrs. E.J. Howard, W.E. Wainwright, J.R. Godfrey, George Weir, and J.C Cunningham; Hon.Secretary, Treasurer, and Librarian, E.A. Whitehead.
Mr. J. Bristowe exhibited stereograms, which, considering they were the work of a beginner, were very good. Mr. J.R. Godfrey, read a most interesting and instructive paper on "Photography Underground". After detailing the illuminants which could he used and the most satisfactory methods of using them, Mr. Godfrey proceeded to illustrate by means of lantern slides the results of under-and-over-exposure, defective lighting, and various other troubles which are met with in this class of work. He concluded his paper by a practical demonstration of his method of working, his subject on this occasion being a group of the members and visitors present at the meeting, the illuminant used being magnesium ribbon arranged in the form of a torch. On the motion of the President, Mr. Godfrey was accorded a hearty vote of thanks for his paper.
21st December 1904 Page 474 - Vol. 11 No. 12 - Australasian photo-review
BROKEN HILL AMATEUR PHOTOGRAPHICS SOCIETY
The Broken Hill Amateur Photographic Society held its usual monthly meeting on Friday, the 2nd December, the President, Mr. Avery, in the chair.
Dr. J.G. Mackay submitted for criticism a number of prints from negatives taken during a recent trip to Tasmania, of which the best were seascapes. A view of Cataract Gorge, near Launceston, was much admired.
Mr. J.C. Cunningham showed a number of portraits of children. The Secretary exhibited a number of prints on Austral pearl paper. They were all from the same negative, and were made for the purpose of showing the effect that the developer had upon toning. There were 35 prints, developed with seven different developers, and toned in five toning baths.
The subject for the evening was “Questions”. It was arranged in the syllabus to give beginners an opportunity to obtain information, and from the number of questions asked, and the discussions which ensued, its object was attained, and a most enjoyable and instructive evening resulted.
Saturday 7th January 1905 Page 4 - Barrier Miner (Broken Hill, NSW)
BROKEN HILL AMATEUR PHOTOGRAPHIC SOCIETY
The monthly meeting of the Broken Hill Amateur Photographic Society was held last night at Tait's Masonic Hall. Mr. Justin M'Carthy presided over a representative attendance. Mr. E.A. Whitehead read a paper on the speed of the various camera shutters, and in a lucid and instructive manner exhausted the necessary explanations in that particular department of amateur photography. Mr. Whitehead was greatly assisted by Mr. L.H.M. Avery, who manipulated a lantern and attended to an excellent set of slides illustrative of Mr. Whitehead's paper. A vote of thanks was accorded Mr. Whitehead for the entertaining and valuable evening to which he had treated the society.
Saturday 4th February 1905 Page 4 - Barrier Miner (Broken Hill, NSW)
BROKEN HILL AMATEUR PHOTOGRAPHIC SOCIETY
A meeting of the Broken Hill Amateur Photographic Society was held last night in Tait's Masonic Hall. The president (Mr. L.H.M. Avery) was in the chair, and there was a good attendance. Mr. J.C. Cunningham read a very interesting and instructive paper on "Photographing Machinery", profusely illustrated by photos, prints, negatives, and drawings. The paper was keenly appreciated by those present, and after a general discussion on the subject a hearty vote of thanks was accorded Mr. Cunningham, on the motion of Mr. Justin M'Carthy, seconded by Mr. J. Bristowe. It was decided that next meeting night would be devoted to the lantern, and should be open to all amateur photographers.
21st February 1905 Page 71 - Vol. 12 No. 2 - Australasian photo-review
BROKEN HILL AMATEUR PHOTOGRAPHICS SOCIETY
At the monthly meeting, held in the Broken Hill Amateur Photographic Society rooms on January 6th, 1905, Mr. E.A. Whitehead, the Hon.Secretary, read a most interesting paper on “Shutters and Shutter Testing”, and dealt exhaustively with the subject in a highly technical manner.
The paper was profusely illustrated by photographs, diagrams, and drawings thrown on to a screen by means of a magic lantern.
The first part of the essay dealt with “Shutters”, and the writer described the principle of:
1. Drop shutters.
2. Roller-blind shutters.
3. Sector shutters.
4. Flap shutters.
The types of each of these were illustrated and explained, and the description of the Thornton-Rickard “Time and Instantaneous” and “Focal Plane” shutters, was much appreciated.
The most advantageous position of the shutter to occupy, relatively to the lens, was next discussed, and it was shown that the position depended largely upon the class of work to be done. The forms of distortion with differently placed shutters was also touched upon.
In the second part of the paper, on “Shutter Testing”, Mr. Whitehead explained the various apparatus used for this purpose, and emphasized the necessity for testing the speeds of shutters, as so few of them really work at the speeds indicated.
Wynne’s and Beck’s testers were explained, as well as the revolving disc, and actual results were shown for a test on a Thornton Pickard 1/2 plate shutter. Finally Abney’s very accurate method of shutter testing was described, and upon the conclusion of his paper the writer received a most hearty vote of thanks for his original and highly instructive paper, a resolution being carried that it be permanently placed in the library of the society for future reference.
At the usual monthly meeting, held on the 3rd February, Mr. J.C. Cunningham read a paper on “Photographing Machinery”, and illustrated his subject by a large number of photographs, wood cuts, half-tone engravings, and negatives. After enumerating the many purposes for which photographs of machinery are required, he proceeded to describe the taking of machinery indoors. Mr. Cunningham first described the best methods of over coming the difficulties due to bad lighting and cramped space, and then proceeded to the question of coloring, advising that all polished surfaces should be avoided by painting every vestige of the machine a dead lead grey. He next discussed the question of suitable back-grounds to facilitate subsequent blocking-out, and to separate the machine to be photographed from other machinery in the vicinity, and advocated keeping the back ground moving violently during the period of exposure. As regards the lens to be used, he preferred one of normal focus whenever possible, owing to the more pleasing perspective obtained. As a rule he used a rapid plate and his best results had been obtained with Paget xxx and xxxxx, developed with the Ilford hydroquinone and caustic soda formula, freshly mixed. The paper concluded with a description of the methods of blocking-out, various methods of printing, and of mounting the finished prints. At the conclusion of the paper, which proved of great interest to the members, Mr. Cunningham was accorded a hearty vote of thanks.
8th April 1905 Page 5 - Barrier Miner (Broken Hill, NSW)
BROKEN HILL AMATEUR PHOTOGRAPHICS SOCIETY
There was a good attendance of members of the Broken Hill Amateur Photographic Society at the meeting in Tait's Masonic Hall last night. Mr. L.H.M. Avery was in the chair. An interesting and instructive paper on "The Trimming and Mounting of Prints" was read by Mr. G. Weir, who illustrated his remarks by means of mounted and unmounted prints. The details of the subject were gone into with great thoroughness by Mr. Weir, and his paper drew forth a good deal of criticism from Messrs. E.A. Whitehead, Cunningham, J.R. Godfrey, and others. The paper was very well received, and the author of it was accorded a hearty vote of thanks. Mr. W.E. Wainwright has signified his intention of giving a paper on "Lenses" at the next meeting of the society. It was arranged that an excursion be carried out soon after Easter, and early in June a photographic exhibition is to be held. Mr. White, of the firm of Baker and Rouse, has been appointed judge of the exhibits at the latter.
Friday 21st April 1905 Page 5 - Kapunda Herald (South Australia)
There was a good attendance at the meeting of the Kapunda Photographic Club on Tuesday evening, when Mr. A. Berrett (vice president) presided. A new member was elected. A letter was received from the Broken Hill Amateur Photographic Society re an exhibition to be held by that society in June next, and asking for exhibits of work of members of the Kapunda Photographic Club, not for competition. Resolved that the request be complied with.
Mr A.H. Kingsborough (of Messrs S.P. Bond, Adelaide) wrote, stating that there is now on view in the South Australian Photographic Society rooms, old art gallery, Adelaide, the pictures which were recently exhibited by the Royal Photographic Society of England at the Victorian society's exhibition. Members expressed thanks for the intimation, and several will probably avail themselves of the opportunity of viewing the collection.
The work of the evening was a demonstration of enlarging by Mr Cook. The apparatus used for the purpose was simple, consisting of a box, with which the camera is used, and the illumination was obtained by means of magnesium ribbon. Several enlargements were very successfully made, showing that amateurs need not go to great expense for this branch of their work.
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25th April 1905 Page 153 - Vol. 12 No. 4 - Australasian photo-review
BROKEN HILL AMATEUR PHOTOGRAPHICS SOCIETY
At the monthly meeting of the Broken Hill Amateur Photographic Society, held on 7th April, a very useful and practical paper on “Trimming and Mounting Prints”, was contributed by Mr. George Weir. After pointing out how easily and how often a good print is spoiled by faulty trimming, and a good well-trimmed print is often spoiled by being badly mounted, Mr. Weir proceeded to describe the appliances and methods employed in the two processes. The discussion which followed was taken part in by Messrs. Godfrey, Cunningham, and Whitehead. On the motion of the president, a very hearty vote of thanks was accorded to Mr. Weir.
The president announced that Mr. H.H. Wight, of Adelaide, had been appointed to judge the competitive entries at the exhibition, which is to be held on June 2nd and 3rd.
It was also decided to have an excursion on the 30th April. Two new members were elected.
Wednesday 26th April 1905 Page 4 - Barrier Miner (Broken Hill, NSW)
BROKEN HILL AMATEUR PHOTOGRAPHIC SOCIETY
The Broken Hill Amateur Photographic Society has decided to hold an exhibition during the first week in May, and in order that it may be worthy of the best traditions of amateur photography no effort is being spared to make the show complete in every detail.
Loan exhibits have been promised from the Photographic Society of New South Wales, the South Australian Photographic Society, the Kapunda Photographic Club, and the Victorian Society, besides a large number of other photographs obtained from America and other sources. The exhibition will be the first of its kind yet held in Broken Hill, and a characteristic touch will be given to the show by a collection of views of early Broken Hill, got together for the occasion.
Thursday 27th April 1905 Page 4 - Barrier Miner (Broken Hill, NSW)
BROKEN HILL AMATEUR PHOTOGRAPHIC SOCIETY
The Broken Hill Amateur Photographic Society has decided to hold an exhibition during the first week in May, and in order that it may be worthy of the best traditions of amateur photography no effort is being spared to make the show complete in every detail.
Loan exhibits have been promised from the Photographic Society of New South Wales, the South Australian Photographic Society, the Kapunda Photographic Club, and the Victorian Society, besides a large number of other photographs obtained from America and other sources. The exhibition will be the first of its kind yet held in Broken Hill, and a characteristic touch will be given to the show by a collection of views of early Broken Hill, got together for the occasion.
Saturday 6th May 1905 Page 8 - Barrier Miner (Broken Hill, NSW)
BROKEN HILL AMATEUR PHOTOGRAPHIC SOCIETY
A meeting of the Broken Hill Amateur Photographic Society was held at Tait's Masonic Hotel last evening. The president (Mr. L.H.M. Avery) occupied the chair, and there was a fair attendance of members. After those present had been supplied with copies of the syllabus for the year 1905-06.
Mr. W.E. Wainwright read an interesting paper on "The Lens", introducing the subject of light. In the course of his remarks, which were highly interesting and capable of appreciation by a purely lay mind as far as photographic work is concerned, Mr. Wainwright satisfactorily demonstrated, by means of a model, that the colors of a prism moving simultaneously at a high rate of speed produced a white light. Several other minor demonstrations by means of models were also made in the course of the reading of the paper, which was almost too short.
On the motion of Mr. Horwood, seconded by Mr. Whitehead, Mr. Wainwright was accorded a hearty vote of thanks for his paper.
Monday 8th May 1905 Page 4 - Barrier Miner (Broken Hill, NSW)
BROKEN HILL AMATEUR PHOTOGRAPHIC SOCIETY
A meeting of the Broken Hill Amateur Photographic Society was held at Tait's Masonic Hotel last evening. The president (Mr. L.H.M. Avery) occupied the chair, and there was a fair attendance of members. After those present had been supplied with copies of the syllabus for the year 1905-06.
Mr. W.E. Wainwright read an interesting paper on "The Lens", introducing the subject of light. In the course of his remarks, which were highly interesting and capable of appreciation by a purely lay mind as far as photographic work is concerned, Mr. Wainwright satisfactorily demonstrated, by means of a model, that the colors of a prism moving simultaneously at a high rate of speed produced a white light. Several other minor demonstrations by means of models were also made in the course of the reading of the paper, which was almost too short.
On the motion of Mr. Horwood, seconded by Mr. Whitehead, Mr. Wainwright was accorded a hearty vote of thanks for his paper.
Friday 12th May 1905 Page 5 - Kapunda Herald (SA)
The Kapunda Photographic Club held its usual meeting on Tuesday evening, May 2, at the School of Mines rooms. Mr. R.S. Hawke (president) presided over a good attendance. Attention was drawn to the fact that some persons who had been elected members of the club had not paid the entrance fee. It was resolved that in future no nomination for membership be received unless accompanied by the joining fee of 2s 6d. A letter was received from the Broken Hill Photographic Club, thanking the Kapunda Photographic Club for promise of pictures for the forthcoming exhibition and asking that they be sent so as to reach Broken Hill not later than May 27. The Hon.Secretary (Mr. Warner) asked that, members sending pictures should hand them over to him not later than May 20. The work of the evening was lantern slide making by the Rev G. William and Messrs. A. Berrett and H.J. Tuck. The two latter worked by contact and the former used a reducing camera with magnesium ribbon as an illuminant. The demonstration was a very interesting one and was successfully carried out. All used the "Austral" plates and the varying exposures, the class of developers used and the resultant slides showed that these plates are of excellent quality, allowing plenty of latitude in exposure and giving exquisite tones.
Monday 29th May 1905 Page 2 - Barrier Miner (Broken Hill, NSW)
BROKEN HILL AMATEUR PHOTOGRAPHIC SOCIETY
The exhibition of the Broken Hill Amateur Photographic Society is to be held in the New Masonic Hall next Friday and Saturday. Already the committee has received 118 pictures for the loan collection, including 35 of those exhibited at the recent interstate exhibition in Melbourne. These 35 secured between them five first, three second, and two third prizes. Advice has also been received of case's of pictures leaving Sydney and Adelaide. In all, over 400 pictures will be hung - a number far in excess of the society's expectations. An artistic treat is promised.
Tuesday 30th May 1905 Page 3 - Barrier Miner (Broken Hill, NSW)
Wednesday 31st May 1905 Page 3 - Barrier Miner (Broken Hill, NSW)
BROKEN HILL AMATEUR PHOTOGRAPHIC SOCIETY
EXHIBITION
of
PICTORIAL PHOTOGRAPHY
New Masonic Hall, Oxide-street.
FRIDAY and SATURDAY, June 2 and 3,
3.30pm to 6pm, and 7.30pm to 10pm
PICTURES by the leading amateurs of
New South Wales, Victoria, and South Australia.
VIEWS of OLD BROKEN HILL
Over 400 Exhibits.
Lantern Exhibition Friday Evening.
Concert on Saturday Evening.
Admission: All day Friday and Saturday Afternoon, 1s.; Saturday Evening, 6d,
E.A. WHITEHEAD
HON. SECRETARY
Thursday 1st June 1905 Page 2 - Barrier Miner (Broken Hill, NSW)
BROKEN HILL AMATEUR PHOTOGRAPHIC SOCIETY
PHOTOGRAPHY AS AN ART
THERE is, perhaps, no other art that has made so great progress within the past three decades as that of photography; certainly no art has of late years made greater advancement than this. The photographer of 30 or 40 years ago was a mere mechanic, or at most something very little better than that. The photographer of to-day is an artist, the best photographic work taking undisputed place with the productions of pencil and brush. The photographer of 30 or 40 years ago was a mechanic who worked mechanically, who was the more or less skillful user of the tools of a trade. The photographer of today puts into his work not only knowledge and intelligence, but also feeling and imagination, just as the painter and the sculptor do. He has rendered, and is rendering, inestimable service to art itself, to science, to industry, to culture, and to the morality that springs from culture. The services to science and industry with which advanced photography has to be credited need not be discussed in detail, but the obligations that culture and the morality that is bred of culture are under to it are deserving of mention, as they are deserving of very much more general recognition than they receive. Latter-day photography has brought the treasures of pictorial art, ancient and modern, within the reach of the poorest and the most isolated; it has thrown wide open to the million the doors of the great public and private picture galleries and collections of the world and it has made almost every great picture that has been painted in some sense the property of every man and woman who has the ability and the inclination to spend a few pence to acquire what it places at common disposal. There is, of course, something lacking in even the most finished photographic reproduction of a picture, just as there is something lacking in the most finished photographic reproduction of a face or a landscape. But photography has now been brought to such a state of perfection that what is lacking in its reproductions of picture, of face, or of landscape is, comparatively speaking, small, in both measure and value.
The modern photograph is something much more than an accurate reproduction of what may be terminated form and accidents. It gives - also essentials - life, movement, feeling, color, ideas, the face's revelation of the workings of mind and soul. The photographer of to-day who knows his craft and is a true workman at it is an artist because he is an idealist, and because he is able, by his art, to give tangible expression to his idealism. The true photographer, like the true painter, will refuse to accept and reproduce things just as he finds them, nor need the modern photographer have to content himself with the mere reproduction of what he actually sees with the eye of sense. He can, like the painter, put his soul into his pictures, express in them his idealistic conceptions, his high hopes and ambitions, his great fears and apprehensions. To him it is given, equally with the painter, to depict the light that never was on sea or land, the light of which he has read and thought and dreamed. To him, as to the painter, it is open to make sunshine as gloriously radiant and moonshine as sweetly soft as those lights of day and night of which the poets have sung, and the songs of which have found echo and made sweet music in his own soul. Truly there are few limits to the capacity and attainments of the photographer as artist.
And photography is an essentially democratic art. The photographer as artist is painter and poet, and historian and traveler, to the populace. To the people who cannot go to them he brings the great pictures of to-day and of all time, the show places, of all lands, the historic buildings and monuments, and statuary of all nations, the thinkers and writers and speakers and workers of every race and tongue. Thus it is that photography is the minister of a common understanding and a common culture, and because the minister of a common culture also the minister of a common morality. It is small wonder that the photographic art has become as popular as it has, that the camera is today almost as ubiquitous as the piano or the bicycle. But what is wonderful is that what is technically known as amateur photography should have attained to the high general excellence that it has. It is scarcely too much to say that the triumphs of modern photography belong to the amateur rather than to the professional, to him who photographs for pleasure rather than to him who photographs for a living or for gain. The amateur photographic competitions for which the modern newspaper - which, and its readers, owe to photography a debt very difficult of payment - makes itself responsible elicit, often from the most unexpected quarters, perfect works of art, artistic creations that not only arrest and please the eye, but also feed the mind and gladden and enlarge the soul. The amateur photographer is becoming, if indeed he has not already become, a power in the artist's land. When he fore gathers in conference he has to be listened to, and when he temporarily throws aside his habitual modesty and ventures upon an exhibition of his work he has as little difficulty in attracting attention and securing interest as he has in giving delight.
The amateur photographer is in considerable force in Broken Hill, which is the headquarters of a strong and flourishing Broken Hill Amateur Photographic Society, a society numbering amongst its members some very finished artists and several most enthusiastic photographers. The first public exhibition of the Broken Hill Amateur Photographic Society, to be held on Friday and Saturday afternoons and evenings, promises to be a most successful affair. The society is not relying for the exposition exclusively upon the productions of its own members, though these are themselves capable of providing a very satisfactory display of high-class art work. The cooperation, amongst others, of the photographic societies of New South Wales, South Australia, and Victoria, has been secured, and the 400 odd exhibits that will be on view in the New Masonic Hall to-morrow and on Saturday will include the best picture work of the leading amateur photographers of the three States. The exhibition will thus give the people of the Barrier the opportunity - an opportunity which should not be neglected - of seeing, in its results, the strides that photographic art has made, and the high standard to which it has attained in Australia, all the natural condition's of which combine to encourage and assist the practice of the art. A feature of the exhibition - and to not a few its most interesting feature - will be the display of views of "Old Broken Hill", of which upwards of a hundred will be hung. Several of the photograph pictures in this section are over 20 years old, whilst none of them were taken later than 1892. Thus the exhibition will have its historical as well as its art value. The exposition promoters should be able to rely upon generous public patronage. They are certainly on every showing entitled to this. Whilst the exhibition for which it has made itself responsible is something that one cannot well afford to miss, the Broken Hill Amateur Photographic Society itself has strong claims upon a public to which the promotion of art in its midst means very much more than it does to most communities, and which should and, no doubt, will enthusiastically embrace the opportunity of practically showing its appreciation of the society's high purpose and good work.
Thursday 1st June 1905 Page 3 - Barrier Miner (Broken Hill, NSW)
BROKEN HILL AMATEUR PHOTOGRAPHIC SOCIETY
EXHIBITION
of
PICTORIAL PHOTOGRAPHY
and
VIEWS OF OLD BROKEN HILL
will be opened TO-MORROW, at 3.30pm,
in the
New Masonic Hall
by
G.D. DELPRAT, Esq.
Over 500 Exhibits.
Pictures by the leading Amateurs of New South Wales, Victoria, and South Australia.
VIEWS of OLD BROKEN HILL
LANTERN EXHIBITION at 8.30pm
Slides by Victorian and South Australian workers.
Admission: FRIDAY - 3.30pm to 6pm, and 7.30pm to 10.30pm, 1s.
Admission: SATURDAY - Afternoon, 1s.; Evening, 6d.
Catalogs, 3d. each.
Saturday 3rd June 1905 Page 4 - Barrier Miner (Broken Hill, NSW)
BROKEN HILL AMATEUR PHOTOGRAPHIC SOCIETY
PHOTOGRAPHIC EXHIBITION
A CREDITABLE DISPLAY
What a shock poor Niepce and Daguerre would get were these reimbodied spirits to wander into a modern photographic exhibition! Those pioneers of photographic action little dreamt that their almost aimless groping in the, dark after the possibilities of the effect of solar radiation would lead to such marvelous developments as have been witnessed in photographic processes during the past 25 years. Daguerre required from seven to eight hours to make a photographic picture of a landscape, and considered himself well-served by old Sol if he obtained a copy of a strongly-lighted single object in three hours. Now even an amateur in the art can secure a picture in so small a fraction of a second that the mind fails to grasp the meaning of it. Everywhere photography as an art seems to be making headway, and every day the effect of solar radiation is disclosing more wonderful possibilities. Twenty-five years ago the sun artist rarely succeeded in qualifying for anything but a violent death, the more speedy the better, because of his rare gift of brutalizing nature and rendering everything that in the original was most lovely hideous and demoralizing to look upon. To-day the enthusiastic amateur who takes a professional interest in the tiresome detail of his work, besides being gifted with the artistic temperament, produces pictures which have most, if not all, of the charm and grace which distinguish the dream children born of the artist's brain and brush.
Some idea of the advancement made of late years in photography may be gained by a visit to the first exhibition of the Broken Hill Amateur Photographic Society, opened in the New Masonic Hall yesterday afternoon. The exhibition is, on the whole, a most creditable one, and contains some of the very highest products of photographic art. A wide range of subject is illustrated, and the display affords a comprehensive object lesson of what can be done with the aid of a camera and a little technical knowledge. The exhibition contains over 530 pictures, comprising examples of almost every form of photographic art, and much that is interesting from a sentimental point of view.
The exhibition was declared open at 3pm by Mr. G.D. Delprat (introduced by the president, Mr. L.H.M. Avery), in the presence of a fair sprinkling of visitors. Mr. Delprat confined himself to a few brief but apt words of encouragement to the members of the society who were responsible for the display, and to amateurs in photography generally. The Broken Hill Amateur Photographic Society was very young, being only in the third year of its existence, and the present was its first attempt at an exhibition. They had only to look round the room to see that the society had done well, but it nevertheless required a great deal of assistance, and he hoped to see a good many amateurs join its ranks. The old members would, no doubt, be only too willing to afford the newcomers every assistance in their power, and give them the benefit of past experience. He hoped that those in the room who were not now amateurs in photography would speedily allow the spell to fall upon them, and become active members of the society. Perhaps they would be able to teach the old members a lot about photography, but if not - well, they could at least pay their subscriptions.
In looking round the walls, one of the most strikingly beautiful bits of work to attract the eye was a carbon print entitled "The King", by J. Kauffmann. This picture depicted a young woman, seated, gazing pensively at a ring on her finger. The gradations of light and shade, the pose, and the lines of the composition were exceptionally well carried out, while there was that peculiar melting and mystery about the whole design which Ruskin held to be inseparable from true art. It is, perhaps, true that the average photographer is not very keen on the particular form of artistic excellence which characterizes the picture in question, his scientific training leading him rather to seek for clear and well-defined outline, infinite detail, and somewhat sharply-cut lights and shadows. Speaking of painting (and the remark applies equally to all pictorial art), Ruskin says, "Excellence of the highest kind, without obscurity cannot exist". All of Mr. Kauffmann's pictures in the loan collection, and he has several, evidence a just appreciation of the principles of art as applied to photography. Besides Mr. Kauffmann's work, the loan collection contains many excellent examples by F.A. Joyner, A.H. Kingsborough (of Adelaide), and J.S. Stening (of Sydney), and it has been of great assistance to the local society that those gentlemen have seen fit to send to Broken Hill their best exhibition work. Mr. Kingsborough's "Evening on the River" is an effective bit of work, the dark sails of shipping standing out in bold outline against the last dazzling gleam of the dying day. "A Field of Memories", by F.A. Joyner, is a soft effect in half-tones, evidently taken from a painting, while "An Old Pioneer" is a figure study in which the lighting is so skilfully managed as to make the picture appear more like the studied work of a clever artist. Another striking picture in the loan collection is a large carbon print, entitled "Near Gladstone, New Zealand", by C. Reid, its main feature being the dramatic massing of the shadows so as to throw up the strong light which is centered on a winding mountain path, along which sheep are making their way. This picture is one of those lent by Mr Avery, another gem being a view on the Hindmarsh River, by Mr. E.A. Whitehead. The picture contains all the essentials for an effective painting, and is skilfully treated. Mr. Whitehead, has another capital piece of work, "The Park", a prize taker at a recent exhibition. His small cloud effects are gems. Mr. Stening displays fine artistic conception in a small picture of a grey mare and her foal, while his "Broughton Vale", is a rare specimen of landscape work. "Across the Creek", by W.C. Fisher, claims attention for its quiet charm and feeling, and the beauty of its half-tones. "Cloud Studies" by C.L. Witham, although diminutive, conveys a convincing idea of vastness and majesty, and might well be used to illustrate Shelley's noble poem. In "Raking out the Ashes", Mr. Kingsborough has achieved remarkable success in selecting a subject full of human interest, and his "Watching the Fairies" is also an interesting picture. Several pictures have been lent by Mr. T. Rollaston, of Melbourne, and among them are a perfectly artistic landscape, entitled "Evening", strikingly like a composition by the English landscape artist, W. B. Leader, "Winter", and a sky effect over water, which might have done credit to the brush of a Turner.
The Kapunda Photographic Club has sent along a capital lot of pictures, as has also the Adelaide Camera Club.
The views of Old Broken Hill, which date from 1884, are both numerous and interesting and include a curiosity in the shape of a photograph of the original receipt for £25 paid for a one third share in the Central mine on August 19, 1884.
The photographic work exhibited for competition was judged by Mr. H.H. Wight, of the firm of Baker and Rouse, in Adelaide. In Class A the president's prize was carried off by Mr. N.H. Case, with a portrait of a child with natural background. The judge described this exhibit as showing great artistic merit, the lighting being treated with great care. The second prize was won by "Listening", a charming little oval by J. Bristowe, showing a child standing on a chair and looking upward - a very effective picture, but somewhat marred by the mounting. Mr. E.A. Whitehead gained third prize with a "Portrait of Miss Allen". In Class B (Messrs Baker and Rouse's prize) Dr. McKay won first prize and champion with a well executed view near Tasman Heads, in which the distinguishing feature was the even and soft distribution of light. The second prize went to Mr. E.A. Whitehead, with "The Forge" - a very pleasing picture of a difficult subject, rendered with great clearness. Mr. E.J. Horwood was awarded third prize for a striking little seascape depicting the coming of a storm, which was worthy of being mounted in better style. The second prize in Class C went to "The Forge", and the third to Mr. Case's portrait in Class A. Amongst the unsuccessful work were artistic portraits by Messrs. L.H.M. Avery and G.D. Delprat, and many beautiful little views by Messrs. Justin McCarthy, J.A. Lindsay, E.A. Whitehead, and J.R. Godfrey. Messrs. Baker and Rouse exhibit a nice collection of large carbon and colored prints, which add greatly to the interest of the exhibition.
Last night there was a good attendance, and an interesting series of photographic lantern slides by Victorian and South Australian amateurs was shown by Mr. Avery. To-night there will be a concert, in which several well-known local amateurs will take part.
Saturday 3rd June 1905 Page 8 - Barrier Miner (Broken Hill, NSW)
BROKEN HILL AMATEUR PHOTOGRAPHIC SOCIETY
The first exhibition of work by the Broken Hill Amateur Photographic Society was opened by Mr. G.D. Delprat in the new Masonic Hall this afternoon. The society has got together a most interesting and instructive collection of pictures, many of which possess high artistic qualities. A fair number of visitors inspected the work during the afternoon, and the general opinion was one of surprised satisfaction of the excellence of the show.
Monday 5th June 1905 Page 8 - The Sydney Morning Herald (NSW)
BROKEN HILL AMATEUR PHOTOGRAPHIC SOCIETY
A successful exhibition of the Broken Hill Amateur Photographic Society was opened by Mr. G.D. Delprat, in the Masonic Hall, on Friday.
The display contained over 530 pictures, many of the exhibits being from neighboring States
Monday 5th June 1905 Page 2 - Barrier Miner (Broken Hill, NSW)
BROKEN HILL AMATEUR PHOTOGRAPHIC SOCIETY
The photographic exhibition held in the New Masonic Hall under the auspices of the Broken Hill Amateur Photographic Society was brought to a successful termination on Saturday night. The attendance was good, and the general opinion expressed was one of satisfaction at the high quality of the work exhibited. As a financial venture the show will no doubt result successfully, while from the more exalted plane of art culture and educational influence the society has achieved something remarkable in the annals of amateur photography in Broken Hill.
During the evening a musical program was submitted, to which enjoyable contributions were made by Mrs. Harvey (who sang "The Four-leaved Clover"), Mrs. Gardner, Mr. A. Godden ("I Trust you Still"), Mr. F. Watson ("The Admiral's Broom"), and the Broken Hill Quartette Club, which rendered "Thuringian Volkslied" and "A Wet Sheet and a Flowing Sea". Mr. R. Knuckey acted as accompanist.
Wednesday 7th June 1905 Page 1420 - The Sydney Mail and New South Wales Advertiser (Broken Hill, NSW)
BROKEN HILL AMATEUR PHOTOGRAPHIC SOCIETY
A successful exhibition of the Broken Hill Amateur Photographic Society was opened by Mr. G.D. Delprat, in the Masonic Hall, on Friday.
The display contained over 530 pictures, many of the exhibits being from neighboring States
21st June 1905 Page 223 - Vol. 12 No. 6 - Australasian photo-review
BROKEN HILL AMATEUR PHOTOGRAPHICS SOCIETY
At the meeting of the Broken Hill Amateur Photographic Society, held on the 5th June, a most interesting and instructive paper upon “Light” was read by Mr. W. E. Wainwright. Dealing first with the various theories as to the transmission of Light, the lecturer explained how the Undulatory Theory had come to be accepted as correct. He then proceeded to give the Laws of Reflexion and Refraction, the latter being made very clear by means of experiment. The analysis or dispersion of light was next dealt with, and, by means of the lantern and prism, the spectrum was shown on the screen; the synthetic examination of Light being shown by strips of various colors pasted upon a disc producing white when rapidly rotated. The causes of the production of the spectrum were simple and clearly explained. Mr. Wainwright concluded his subject by describing the difference between the colors of Pigments and the colors of Light, and by an explanation of the real meaning of “Complementary” as applied to colors.
Several members expressed their appreciation of the paper, but general regret was felt that Mr. Wainwright had not dealt with the subject of “The Lens” according to the Syllabus. A hearty vote of thanks was passed to the lecturer, who, in replying, stated that he would be pleased to give a paper on “The Lens” at some future time. Two gentlemen were nominated for membership.
21st August 1905 Page 309 - Vol. 12 No. 8 - Australasian photo-review
BROKEN HILL AMATEUR PHOTOGRAPHICS SOCIETY
The annual meeting of the Broken Hill Amateur Photographic Society was held in the society’s room on the 14th, July, and there was a very good attendance of members. In the absence of the President, who was away, and of the Vice-President, who, we regretted to learn, was ill, Mr. Justin McCarthy was voted to the chair. Two new members were elected.
The balance-sheet, showing a credit balance of £2l 7s. 9d., was read and adopted, this being considered very satisfactory in view of the fact that our recent exhibition resulted in a loss of nearly £l2.
The election of office bearers for the year 1905-6 was then proceeded with, Mr. J.R. Godfrey, was unanimously elected President and Mr. McCarthy vacated the chair in his favor. Mr. J.C. Cunningham was chosen as Vice-President, also by unanimous vote. Evidence of the interest taken in the society’s success was shown by there being eight nominations for five committee men. A ballot was taken and the following gentlemen elected: Messrs. Lindsay, Avery, McCarthy, Weir and Dr. MacKay. Mr. G.A. Whitehead was unanimously re-elected Hon.Secretary.
On the motion of the President, a very hearty vote of thanks was voted to the retiring officers for their services during the past year. The President then presented to Dr. MacKay the society’s prize, and Messrs. Baker and Rouse’s prize, which he won at the exhibition for the best picture in the competitive classes and for the best print on Austral Pearl Paper, respectively.
The usual monthly meeting of the Broken Hill Amateur Photographic Society was held on the 7th August, in the Chemical Lecture Theatre of the Technical College, the President in the Chair. There was a very full attendance of members, and several visitors were present. Mr. W.A. Robertson submitted a number of prints for criticism. Three gentlemen were nominated for membership. It was decided to alter the night of meeting from the first Friday to the first Monday in each month.
The Hon.Secretary read a paper on Toning Bromides, and gave practical demonstrations of the methods employed to obtain Sepias, Red Chalk, Browns, Warm Black, Blues, Green, Yellow and Orange. In each case the formulae for the solutions used were given, as well as the developer used to produce the print. On the motion of Mr. McCarthy, seconded by Mr. Horwood, a hearty vote of thanks was accorded the Hon.Secretary for his paper and demonstrations.
21st September 1905 Page 345 - Vol. 12 No. 9 - Australasian photo-review
BROKEN HILL AMATEUR PHOTOGRAPHICS SOCIETY
At the monthly meeting, of the Broken Hill Amateur Photographic Society held on 4th September, Mr. J.R. Godfrey, presiding.
A very practical paper on “The Lantern" was read by Mr. Justin McCarthy. The lecturer confined himself entirely to the modern forms of the optical lantern, described its construction, and the purposes and forms of the various parts. Dealing first with the condenser, he showed, by means of diagrams, how it collected the rays of light, and then caused them to be transmitted, with little or no loss, through the slide and the objective, thus ensuring even illumination, and a brilliant picture. Various forms of condensers, their advantages and disadvantages, were next explained; but whatever the form employed, perfect quality of glass is absolutely necessary, as any defects will be so magnified as to ruin the picture upon the screen. The choice and quality of the objective was next discussed, one of large aperture being recommended, and the focus depended on the distance from the lantern to screen. Mr. McCarthy pointed out that, as a rule, lantern objectives are not suitable for use on a camera, because they are not chromatic, their chemical and visual rays not being brought to the same focus.
Passing on to the lights used, the various kinds were described, and preference given to the Electric Arc, as most nearly complying with the ideal requirements of a single point of radiance; next was placed Lime-light, on account of its intense whiteness, steadiness, ease of management, and portability; then incandescent gas and oil lamps. Lime-light being that chiefly used, the methods of producing it, and its management, were very clearly described and demonstrated, the necessity of warming the lime and the condenser being pointed out. In conclusion, the use of double and triple lanterns, and of many useful accessories, were explained, and the hope expressed that the the time would soon come when the society would own a first-class lantern. On the motion of Mr. Avery, seconded by Mr. Cunningham, a very hearty vote of thanks was accorded to Mr. McCarthy for his paper.
21st October 1905 Page 386 - Vol. 12 No. 10 - Australasian photo-review
BROKEN HILL AMATEUR PHOTOGRAPHICS SOCIETY
The monthly meeting of the Broken Hill Amateur Photographic Society was held on the 2nd October, Mr. J.R. Godfrey, presiding. There was a good attendance of members. Two new members were elected, and Messrs. Avery and Case submitted work for criticism.
One of the most practical and instructive lectures that it has been our good fortune to listen to was delivered by Mr. J.C. Cunningham, whose subject was “Exposure Meters and Exposure Methods”. Speaking of the factors which have to be considered and taken account of in the construction of an “exposure meter”, he showed that the colors of objects are reflected colors, and that to correctly estimate an exposure it is first necessary that the actinic values of these colors should be correctly judged. The difficulty of accomplishing this was one of the chief reasons for the invention of an exposure meter. In addition to light values, the other factors are size of step, distance of object from the camera, kind and rapidity of the plate used. The influence of each of these factors upon the exposure required was fully considered and explained.
Exposure meters were divided into four classes:
1. Printed tables, bearing on stop and subject values, and suited for average light and plate speed.
2. Graphic tables or slide rules, in conjunction with printed tables, taking account of the plate speed, date and hour, stop size, and subject class, as the basis of calculation.
3. Graphic tables or slide rules, similar to the last, but replacing the date and hour, light, figure, by an actino meter figure obtained by timing the exposure necessary to discolor a strip of sensitive bromide paper to a standard shade.
4. A graphic table or slide rule, having all the factors of Class 3, and, in addition, one which takes into the calculation the relative positions of lens, plate, and subject, as in copying and enlarging.
Class 1: he gave Burtons Exposure Tables, Platt’s Exposure Tables, Dr. Scott’s Exposure Tables, Mill’s Photographer’s Exposure and Sir D. Salamon’s Photographer’s Note-book and Index.
Class 2: The Ilford Exposure Meter, Burroughs, Wellcomes Exposure Calculator, and Hurter and Driffield’s Actinograph.
Class 3; Watkin’s Bee Meter, Watkin’s Indoor Meter, Wynne’s Infallible Exposure Meter and the Imperial Exposure Meter.
Class 4: Watkin’s Standard Exposure Meter.
A number of these meters were exhibited, and the method of using them explained. The lecturer concluded his subject by giving concise descriptions of the various methods used in making exposures. On the motion of Mr. M‘Carthy, seconded by Mr. Avery, a very hearty vote of thanks was passed to Mr. Cunningham.
21st November 1905 Page 426 - Vol. 12 No. 11 - Australasian photo-review
BROKEN HILL AMATEUR PHOTOGRAPHICS SOCIETY
At the usual monthly meeting of the Broken Hill Amateur Photographic Society held on the 6th November, the president (Mr. J.R. Godfrey, in the chair, the Hon.Secretary reported that his appeal for pictures for the Kapunda Exhibition had been so well responded to that he had been able to send about 89 prints, including some very fine under ground mining views by the president. Members of our society received the following awards: First and second for portraits taken without a studio; first for enlargements; second for still life; first and second for hand-camera pictures; first and second for pictorial postcards; and second for lantern slides.
Mr. Fairweather submitted some excellent underground pictures for criticism. At the conclusion of the ordinary business, Mr. Avery gave a practical demonstration of the carbon process. Having first given an explanation of the several stages of the work - sensitizing, printing, squeegeeing on to temporary and final supports, stripping, developing, alum bath, and washing — he proceeded to show how these are carried out in practice. Every stage was watched with the greatest interest by the members, and it was considered that this was the best practical demonstration we have had. On the motion of Mr. McCarthy, seconded by Mr. Lindsay, a vote of thanks was accorded to Mr. Avery, who suitably replied.
21st December 1905 Page 466 - Vol. 12 No. 12 - Australasian photo-review
BROKEN HILL AMATEUR PHOTOGRAPHICS SOCIETY
The December meeting of the Broken Hill Amateur Photographic Society was devoted to lantern slides. The vice-president, Mr. J.C. Cunningham, occupied the chair.
The first slides shown were the Hon.Secretary’s first attempt to obtain colored slides by development, the plates used being Paget’s Gravura. From these it could be seen that colors varying from black through sepias and browns to chalk red could be so obtained, but it was generally considered that such colors could be obtained with more certainty by the use of an ordinary lantern plate — such as the “Austral”, and subsequent toning.
A set of 30 slides of the Cairns and Chillagoe districts of Queensland, lent by Mr. A.S. Knight, were exhibited. Many of these were first-class slides of very beautiful scenery. The last slides shown were those which took prizes at the recent Kapunda Exhibition. Mr, Warner’s flower studies were greatly admired, and it was the unanimous opinion of those present that they had deservedly been placed in the premier position.
Tuesday 9th January 1906 Page 2 - Barrier Miner (Broken Hill, NSW)
BROKEN HILL AMATEUR PHOTOGRAPHIC SOCIETY
The monthly meeting of the Broken Hill Amateur Photographic Society which was to have been held in the Technical College last night lapsed owing to the small attendance.
Monday 2nd April 1906 Page 5 - The Register (Adelaide, South Australia)
23rd April 1906 Page 466 - Vol. 13 No. 4 - Australasian photo-review
BROKEN HILL AMATEUR PHOTOGRAPHICS SOCIETY
We are pleased to announce that the Broken Hill Amateur Photographic Society will hold its Second Annual Exhibition in the New Masonic Hall, Broken Hill, on the 15th, 16th and 18th June next.
Mr. J. Kauffmann will judge the exhibits; Mr. E.A. Whitehead is the Hon.Secretary, and the following are the rules:
1. The entrance fee will be 1/- for each class in each section. Fees should be remitted to the secretary by postal note or post office order. Postage stamps will not be accepted.
2. The whole of the work, except framing, must be the bona fide production of the exhibitor.
3. The Society reserves the right to correct errors in entries, and to enter the exhibits in their proper classes.
4. Exhibits from beyond Broken Hill must be delivered at the Broken Hill railway station, and local exhibits at the hall, free of charge to the Society, not later than 5pm on Wednesday, 13th June, 1906.
5. Exhibits in classes 1, 2, 4 and 6 must be mounted, and it is recommended that they be framed.
6. Framed exhibits must not be fitted with rings, screw eyes, or other projections, unless these be in the edge of the frame.
7. Reproductions of any kind from the same negative shall not compete in more than one class or section, but this shall not apply to the units of lantern slide and postcard exhibits.
8. Enlargements shall not exceed 15 inches by 12 inches before mounting, and must be accompanied by a separate contact print from the original negative.
9. Exhibits will be judged by points allotted as follows Composition, 10 points; lighting, 10 points; technique, 10 points; general effect, 5 points.
10. The decision of the judge shall in all cases be final. He shall have the power to withhold any or all awards if he considers the exhibits of not sufficient merit.
11. No exhibit may be removed before the close of the exhibition without the consent of the committee in writing.
12. The Society will take every possible care of exhibits while in its possession, and will carefully repack them, but it will not be responsible for any losses, damage or breakages.
13. Each exhibit must have pasted on the back the authorized entry form properly filled in.
14a. Each exhibit shall have clearly stated on the back thereof the address to which, and the route by which it is to be returned.
14b. When exhibits are sent in cases an addressed label for the return journey must be attached to the inside of the cover of the case.
15. Exhibits from beyond Broken Hill will be repacked and despatched to the exhibitor immediately after the close of the exhibition. Local exhibitors must remove their exhibits not later than 8pm on Tuesday, 19th June, 1906.
16. Entries close at noon on Tuesday, 12th June, 1906.
The Exhibition will be divided into the following Sections:
1. Open to members of the Broken Hill Amateur Photographic Society only.
2. Open to members of kindred societies in Australasia.
3. Open to all photographers.
4. General professional photographs.
N.B.: Sections 1, 2 and 3 will be competitive. Section 4 will be non-competitive.
Competitive sections will be divided into the following classes:
l. Pictorial photographs;
2. Enlargements;
3. Lantern slides, sets of 4 (any subjects);
4. Hand camera work;
5. Pictorial postcards, sets of 4 (any subject);
6. Still life.
AWARDS: Awards in each class: bronze plaque, 1st; bronze medal, 2nd.
A solid silver plaque will be awarded to the best picture exhibited in the competitive classes.
Tuesday 12th June 1906 Page 3 - Barrier Miner (Broken Hill, NSW)
BROKEN HILL AMATEUR PHOTOGRAPHIC SOCIETY
EXHIBITION
of
PICTORIAL PHOTOGRAPHY
NEW MASONIC HALL,
Oxide-street.
FRIDAY SATURDAY, and MONDAY.
June 15th, 16th, and 18th, 1906.
Wednesday 13th June 1906 Page 3 - Barrier Miner (Broken Hill, NSW)
BROKEN HILL AMATEUR PHOTOGRAPHIC SOCIETY
The second annual exhibition of the Broken Hill Amateur Photographic Society will be opened on Friday next, and will continue over the two days following. The exhibition promises to be an exceptionally good one, and several advantageous alterations have been made in the arrangements of last year. At the previous exhibition the competitive work was restricted to the members of the society. The rest of the contributions were by invitation.
Different lines will be followed this year. All of the sections will be competitive with the exception:
Section 4: General professional photographs.
Section 1: Restricted to the society's own members.
Section 2: Open to members of kindred societies in Australasia.
Section 3: Open to all photographers.
Each section is divided into six classes, and in each class there will be two awards a bronze plaque (first prize) and a bronze medal (second prize).
In addition to these prizes a solid silver plaque will be awarded in the competitive class.
The judge will be Mr. J. Kauffmann, of Adelaide, who is considered to be as eminently fitted for the post as any man in South Australia, his work having been exhibited everywhere. Quite recently Mr. Kauffmann was awarded two silver plaques for his work in trying to foster pictorial work in photography as distinguished from merely topographical work.
General portraiture has been omitted altogether because the society felt that the ordinary portrait taken by an amateur is anything but an artistic production. There is no reason, however, why an exceptional portrait may not be entered for exhibition on its merits as an artistic production.
Wednesday 13th June 1906 Page 3 - Barrier Miner (Broken Hill, NSW)
Thursday 14th June 1906 Page 3 - Barrier Miner (Broken Hill, NSW)
Friday 15th June 1906 Page 3 - Barrier Miner (Broken Hill, NSW)
BROKEN HILL AMATEUR PHOTOGRAPHIC SOCIETY
SECOND ANNUAL EXHIBITION
of
PICTORIAL PHOTOGRAPHY
NEW MASONIC HALL,
Oxide-street.
FRIDAY SATURDAY, and MONDAY.
June 15th, 16th, and 18th, 1906.
Pictures from New South Wales, Victoria, South Australia, Tasmania, and New Zealand.
To be opened at 3pm on FRIDAY
by WILLIAM EDWARD WAINWRIGHT, Esq.
Lantern Exhibition, including prize slides, at 8pm on Saturday.
The Exhibition will be open each day from 3pm to 6pm and from 7pm to 10pm.
Admission ONE SHILLING.
Saturday 16th June 1906 Page 8 - The Register (Adelaide, South Australia)
BROKEN HILL AMATEUR PHOTOGRAPHIC SOCIETY
PHOTOGRAPHIC EXHIBITION
SUCCESSFUL SHOW AT THE BARRIER
BROKEN HILL, June 15.
The second annual exhibition of the Broken Hill Amateur Photographic Society was opened this afternoon in the new Masonic Hall, by Mr. William Edward Wainwright (general manager of the South Mine), who, in his opening remarks, warmly praised the result of the society's effort, and also the energy of the Hon.Secretary (Mr. E.A. Whitehead).
The exhibition is an excellent one from an artistic point of view. There are exhibits from all parts of Australia and New Zealand. On the whole Broken Hill exhibitors have done very well in the prize taking.
The judge (Mr. J. Kauffmann of Adelaide), made highly favorable comments on the quality of the work, which he regarded as being equal to that to be seen anywhere in the States.
The champion prize of the exhibition was won by J. Montgomery (Ballarat), with the picture "When the Day's Work is Nearly done".
The second prize fell to E. Styant-Browne (Launceston), with "On the Edge of the Moor". G.F. Jenkinson (New Zealand) scored several successes.
PRIZE LIST SECTION 1: open to members of the Broken Hill society only:
PICTORIAL PHOTOGRAPHS: First, E.A. Whitehead; highly commended, E.A. Whitehead and E.J. Horwood.
ENLARGEMENTS: E.A. Whitehead, Justin McCarthy.
LANTERN SLIDES: J.C. Cunningham, McCarthy; highly commended, E.A. Whitehead.
HAND CAMERA WORK: Second, E.A. Whitehead.
PICTORIAL POSTCARDS: First and second, McCarthy.
STILL LIFE: Second, E.A. Whitehead.
SECTION 2: OPEN TO MEMBERS OF KINDRED SOCIETIES:
PICTORIAL PHOTOGRAPHS: First and champion, J. Mongomery, Ballarat; second, F. Styant-Browne, Launceston; highly commended, T. Warner, Kapunda, South Australia.
THREE PICTURES: R.N. Kirk. Sydney; T.B. Bagless, Gilberton, South Australia; F. Styant-Browne, Launceston.
ENLARGEMENTS: Highly commended, T.D. Leedham, Auckland, New Zealand.
LANTERN SLIDES: First, L. Weeding, Deniliquin; second, P.H. Williams, Adelaide, and W.J. Henderson, Adelaide, equal.
HAND CAMERA WORK: Second, Cecil De Lissa, Christchurch, New Zealand.
PICTORIAL POSTCARDS: First and second, Leedham, Auckland.
STILL LIFE: First and second, T. Warner, Kapunda, South Australia; highly commended, T.B. Ragless, Gilberton, South Australia.
SECTION 3: OPEN TO ALL PHOTOGRAPHERS:
PICTORIAL PHOTOGRAPHS: First and second, G.F. Jenkinson, Auckland; highly commended, E.A. Whitehead.
THREE PICTURES ENLARGEMENTS: First, E.A. Whitehead.
LANTERN SLIDES: First, John M. Jago, Sydney; second, E.A. Whitehead.
HAND CAMERA WORK: Second, E.A. Whitehead.
PICTORIAL POSTCARDS: First and second, E.A. Whitehead.
STILL LIFE: First, E.A. Whitehead.
Excellent studies, non-competitive, exhibited by Jenkinson, Auckland; Gordon Young, Wilcannia; and Brokenshire Brothers and Fairweather, Broken Hill.
Saturday 16th June 1906 Page 5 - Barrier Miner (Broken Hill, NSW)
BROKEN HILL AMATEUR PHOTOGRAPHIC SOCIETY
AMATEUR PHOTOGRAPHY
AN ATTRACTIVE EXHIBITION
The second annual exhibition of the Broken Hill Amateur Photographic Society was opened yesterday afternoon in the New Masonic Hall by Mr. W.E. Wainwright in the presence of a large number of patrons.
The photographs, which entirely cover the walls of the hall, are of a high order in many instances, and the exhibition is one of which the society may well feel proud. As would be expected, most of the more superior photographic work hails from beyond the Barrier, but as Mr. Kauffmann, the judge, stated to a "Miner" representative, with a man like Mr. E.A. Whitehead at the head of affairs the society should continue, to progress and make a name for itself among other societies in Australia.
A "Miner" representative, in company with Mr. Kauffmann - who, by the bye, is one of tho most approved of judges of the photographic art in the Commonwealth - made a tour of inspection prior to the formal opening of the exhibition. "We will start with the champion picture", said Mr. Kauffmann, "When the Day's Work is Nearly Done" (G. Montgomery, Ballarat). It is a fine, striking picture. The perspective is a shade out, but otherwise it is an exceptional piece of work and thoroughly deserves the champion award. That head study, "The Muse" (T. Warner, Kapunda), is good, though lacking in the high lights. All of Mr. Warner's work is above the average, however, and his pictures, "Hush", "Poppies", "Daffodils", and "Tanunda Creek", are fine examples of it. "Daffodils", as a decorative study, is beautifully done. "Roses" (T.B. Ragless, Gilberton, S.A.) is good and very effective. It is of the enlarged carbon work variety. That face study there, "Smoker", is first of its kind. The effect is got with a magnesium light or something of the sort, and is very attractive. Of the same style is "Evening Prayer", in which the lighting and composition are both good. Now we come to the post cards. Nos. 158 and 159 by T.D. Leedham, of Auckland, are the finest sets in the exhibition, and are very fine indeed, both in finish and technique.
Mr. Whitehead's sets of post cards are also well done, and his choice of subjects is original. (Several local identities, including an unfortunate in the act of being escorted to the lockup, are among these sets). In the hand camera work Mr. Whitehead's little sit is the best. A little "Scene in Naples" is very artistic, but it needs enlarging.
"Through Weeds and Rushes" is restful. "On the Edge of the Moor" (F. Styant-Browne, Launceston) is very effective, and "On the Lake", by the same competitor, was only beaten by the champion photograph. "The Drover" (T.D. Leedham, Auckland. N.Z.) is a very fine picture, but it shows signs of fading. It is what is called a uranium-toned bromide, and is an exceptionally well-chosen composition. Its general feeling, however, is departing.
In conclusion, Mr. Kauffmann said that the local competitors should study the artistic side of photography as distinguished from the mechanical side Mr. Whitehead was the strongest member of the society, and the members would do well to draw points from his work. Tho local talent really needed developing. The greatest fault, perhaps, lay in trying to cram too much into one picture, instead of working at smaller compositions where all the cream of a subject was constituted within a small space. With practice, he thought that the Broken Hill Amateur Photographic Society, headed by Mr. Whitehead, would be able to compete against the foremost societies in the other States.
The exhibition, in which there are nearly 250 pictures, will be open to-day and on Monday. To-night the prize lantern slides will be shown.
The prize list is as follows:
PICTORIAL PHOTOGRAPHS: (open to Broken Hill Society only): E.A. Whitehead, "Deserted", 1; E.A. Whitehead, "Low Tide", highly commended; E.J. Horwood, "After the Storm" and "Middleton Beach", highly commended; Justin McCarthy, "Waterfall at Wairoa", highly commended.
LANTERN SLIDES: J.H. Cunningham, "A Priestly Crew", 1; Justin M'Carthy, set No. 61, 2; E.A. Whitehead, "A Storm Cloud", highly commended.
HAND CAMERA WORK: E.A. Whitehead, "Evening", 2.
PICTORIAL POSTCARDS: Justin M'Carthy, set No. 79, 1; Justin M'Carthy, set No. 78, 2.
STILL LIFE: E.A. Whitehead, "Banksia Roses", 2.
PICTORIAL PHOTOGRAPHS: G. Montgomery (Ballarat), "When the Day's Work is Nearly Done", 1, and champion prize of exhibition; F. Styant-Browne (Launceston), "On the Edge of the Moor", 2; F. Styant-Browne, "Harvest", highly commended; T. Warner (Kapunda, S.A.), "The Flocks were Busy at their Feed", "Benham's Road", "The Nurse", highly commended; R.N. Kirk (Bondi, New South Wales), "Sydney Harbor", highly commended; T.B. Ragless (Gilberton, S.A.), "Torrens", highly commended.
ENLARGEMENTS: T.D. Leedham (Auckland N.Z.), "The Drover", 1; "A Misty Morning" and "Evening's Twilight", highly commended.
LANTERN SLIDES (OPEN): L. Weeding (Deniliquin), "Roses", 1; P.H. Williams and W.J. Henderson (Adelaide), tie for second place.
HAND CAMERA WORK (OPEN): Cecil de Lissa (Christchurch, New Zealand), 2.
PICTORIAL POSTCARDS (OPEN): T.D. Leedham (Auckland), 1 and 2.
STILL LIFE (OPEN): T. Warner (Kapunda, South Australia), "Daffodil", 1; "Roses", 2; T.B. Ragless (Gilberton, South Australia), "Roses", highly commended.
PICTORIAL PHOTOGRAPHS (OPEN): G.F. Jenkinson (Auckland), "A Smoker", 1; "The Evening Prayer", 2; E.A. Whitehead (Broken Hill), "On the Onkaparinga", "Reeds, and Rushes", "The Lesson", highly commended.
ENLARGEMENTS: E.A. Whitehead, "The Park", 1.
LANTERN SLIDES: John M. Jags (Sydney), "Parramatta River", 1; E.A. Whitehead (Broken Hill), "The Diver", 2.
HAND CAMERA WORK: E.A. Whitehead, "In Naples", 1. Pictorial Postcards. - E.A. Whitehead, "Homeward Bound", 1; "Adelaide Parliament House," 2.
STILL LIFE: E.A. Whitehead, "The Diver", 1.
A special plaque was awarded to Mr. A. Fairweather for his collection of underground pictures.
Saturday 16th June 1906 Page 1 - Barrier Miner (Broken Hill, NSW)
BROKEN HILL AMATEUR PHOTOGRAPHIC SOCIETY
SECOND ANNUAL EXHIBITION
of
PICTORIAL PHOTOGRAPHY
NEW MASONIC HALL,
Oxide-street.
TO-DAY (SATURDAY) and MONDAY.
June 16th and 18th, 1906
Pictures from New South Wales, Victoria, South Australia, Tasmania, and New Zealand.
Lantern Exhibition, including prize slides, at 8pm on To-Night.
The Exhibition will be open each day from 3pm to 6pm and from 7pm to 10pm.
Admission ONE SHILLING.
Saturday 16th June 1906 Page 12 - The Sydney Morning Herald (NSW)
AMATEUR PHOTOGRAPHIC SOCIETY
BROKEN HILL EXHIBITION
The second annual exhibition of the Broken Hill Amateur Photographic Society was opened on Friday 15th June, in the New Masonic Hall by Mr. W.E. Wainwright, general manager of the South mine. The exhibition is excellent, and exhibits are present from all parts of Australia and New Zealand. The Judge, Mr. J. Kauffmann, of Adelaide, made highly favorable comments on the quality of the work. The champion prize of the exhibition was won by J. Montgomery, of Ballarat, with a picture entitled "When the Day's Work is Nearly Done". The second prize was awarded to F. Styant-Browne, Launceston, with "On the Edge of the Moor". J.F. Jenkinson, New Zealand, scored several prizes.
Monday 18th June 1906 Page 4 - The Express and Telegraph (Adelaide, South Australia)
BROKEN HILL AMATEUR PHOTOGRAPHIC SOCIETY
The second annual exhibition of the Broken Hill Amateur Photographic Society was opened on Friday 15th June, in the new Masonic Hall by Mr. W.E. Wainwright in the presence of a large number of patrons. The photographs, which entirely cover the walls of the hall, are of a high order in many instances, and the exhibition is one of which the society may well feel proud. As was to be expected, most of the more superior photographic work hails from beyond the Barrier. The champion prize was gained by Mr. G. Montgomery, of Ballarat. Mr A.E. Whitehead took a number of prizes, and the other prize takers were Messrs. Justin McCarthy, J.H. Cunningham, and T.D. Leedham (Auckland), L. Weeding (Deniliquin), T. Warner (Kapunda), John M. Jags (Sydney), and Cecil De Lissa (Christchurch). The exhibition will be continued to-night.
Monday 18th June 1906 Page 8 - The Daily Telegraph (Sydney, NSW)
BROKEN HILL AMATEUR PHOTOGRAPHIC SOCIETY
The second annual exhibition of the Broken Hill Amateur Photographic Society was opened on Friday afternoon, in the new Masonic-hall by Mr. W.E. Wainwright, in the presence of a large number. The champion prize was gained by Mr. G. Montgomery, of Ballarat. Other prize-takers were: A.E. Whitehead, Justin M'Carthy, J.H. Cunningham, T.D. Leedham (Auckland), L. Weedin (Deniliquin), T. Warner (Kapunda), John M. Jago (Sydney), and Cecil De Lissa (Christchurch).
Monday 18th June 1906
Page 8 - The Age (Melbourne, Victoria)
Page 6 - The Advertiser (Adelaide, South Australia)
BROKEN HILL AMATEUR PHOTOGRAPHIC SOCIETY
The second annual exhibition of the Broken Hill Amateur Photographic Society was opened on Friday 15th June, in the new Masonic Hall by Mr. W.E. Wainwright in the presence of a large number of patrons. The photographs, which entirely cover the walls of the hall, are of a high order in many instances, and the exhibition is one of which the society may well feel proud. As was to be expected, most of the more superior photographic work hails from beyond the Barrier. The champion prize was gained by Mr. G. Montgomery, of Ballarat. Mr. A.E. Whitehead took a number of prizes, and the other prize takers were Messrs. Justin McCarthy, J.H. Cunningham, and T.D. Leedham (Auckland), L. Weeding (Deniliquin), T. Warner (Kapunda), John M. Jags (Sydney), and Cecil De Lissa (Christchurch). The exhibition will be continued to-night.
Tuesday 19th June 1906 Page 3 - Barrier Miner (Broken Hill, NSW)
BROKEN HILL AMATEUR PHOTOGRAPHIC SOCIETY
Yesterday and last night were the last opportunities on which to visit the exhibition of the Broken Hill Amateur Photographic Society. Both in the day and the evening the attendance was good. The evening was devoted mainly to a lantern-slide exhibition, at which Messrs. L.H.M. Avery and Justin M'Carthy manipulated the slides.
Wednesday 20th June 1906 Page 7 - Australian Town and Country Journal (Sydney, NSW)
Saturday 23rd June 1906 Page 35 - Chronicle (Adelaide, South Australia)
BROKEN HILL AMATEUR PHOTOGRAPHIC SOCIETY
The second annual exhibition of the Broken Hill Amateur Photographic Society was opened last week by Mr. W. E. Wainwright, in the presence of a large number. The champion prize was gained by Mr. G. Montgomery, of Ballarat. Other prize-takers were: A.E. Whitehead, Justin M'Carthy, J.H. Cunningham, T. D. Leedham (Auckland), L. Weedin (Deniliquin), T. Warner (Kapunda), John M. Jago (Sydney), and Cecil De Lissa (Christchurch). The photographs, which entirely cover the walls of the hall, are of a high order in many instances, and the exhibition is one of which the society may well feel proud.
Friday 29th June 1906
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Page 4 - Daily Telegraph (Launceston, Tasmania)
Thursday 5th July 1906 Page 19 - Table Talk (Melbourne, Victoria)
BROKEN HILL AMATEUR PHOTOGRAPHIC SOCIETY
A collection of 20 pictures was recently sent by members of the Northern Tasmanian Camera Club to the exhibition of the Broken Hill Amateur Photographic Society. The exhibition was held in the new Masonic Hall, and there were 237 entries, some very high class work being exhibited. In the pictorial section, Mr. F. Styant-Browne secured second award for "The Edge of the Moor", and a highly commended for "Harvest". The pictorial class was an exceptionally strong one, and the Northern Tasmanian Camera Club should feel gratified at securing one out of the two prizes offered for competition in this class.
Thursday 15th August 1912 Page 3 - Barrier Miner (Broken Hill, NSW)
BROKEN HILL CAMERA CLUB
AN ARTIST AT WORK
A most interesting and entertaining lecture and demonstration was given under the auspices of the Broken Hill Camera Club at the Y.M.C.A. rooms on Tuesday evening. The lecturer was Mr. Conlon, an artist from the Jenkinson studio, who was introduced to the gathering by Mr. E.A. Whitehead, president of the Camera Club.
Mr. Conlon gave a demonstration in working up bromide enlargements in black and white and colors. He also worked up a landscape, a very indifferent picture at first, but quickly made marked improvement in the sky effect and foreground. A poor portrait was rapidly changed into a striking likeness. By the aid of crayons Mr. Conlon also showed and explained the use of colors in portrait work. The remarks, which accompanied his work, were lucid and instructive.
The appreciation of the meeting was voiced by Mr. Whitehead and a hearty vote of thanks was accorded Mr. Conlon for his effort.
Wednesday 9th October 1912 Page 5 - Barrier Miner (Broken Hill, NSW)
BROKEN HILL CAMERA CLUB
VALUABLE AID TO AMATEURS
The fortnightly meeting of the Broken Hill Camera Club was held at the Y.M.C.A. rooms last night, with Mr. Whitehead (president) the chair.
A pleasant and profitable evening was spent by members in a general discussion on various methods of working, the use of particular, plates and papers, calculation of exposures, choice of subjects, speed of shutters, and other items that crop up in the photographer's career.
The president gave some very useful hints on the subject of controlling the development of varying exposures, and maintained that by the use of properly selected developers the skilled worker could, obtain printable negatives from both greatly over and greatly under exposed plates.
Next Tuesday week the subject of the meeting will be tank development, which should prove extremely interesting, especially in view of the conclusions that seem to have been reached last night that dish development, or stand development finished in the dish, was the method of producing the best results from improperly timed plates.
The interchange of ideas and passing on of hints and wrinkles from one camera worker to another makes these clubs of very great benefit to amateurs, and everyone who indulges in the fascinating pastime of picture making should become a member of the local club.
Tuesday 27th May 1913 Page 2 - Barrier Miner (Broken Hill, NSW)
BROKEN HILL CAMERA CLUB
The lantern lecture on "Bird Life" by Dr. Macgillivray at the Broken Hill Camera Club has been postponed.
REFORMED
1917
Monday 19th November 1917 Page 2 - Barrier Miner (Broken Hill, NSW)
BROKEN HILL CAMERA CLUB
The Broken Hill Camera Club of amateur photographers has been in active existence for some time past.
The objects of the club, as set out in the constitution, are (a) the fostering of an intelligent interest in scientific and pictorial photography; (b) the promotion of social intercourse among the members by means of excursions, exhibitions, etc.; and (c) the establishment and maintenance of a photographic darkroom and library.
A large membership has already been obtained, but new members, it is announced, will be welcomed. This club, it is stated, is entirely independent of past camera clubs or any other organizations in Broken Hill. A notice of the next meeting is advertised to-day.
Saturday 19th October 1918 Page 5 - Barrier Miner (Broken Hill, NSW)
BROKEN HILL CAMERA CLUB
Twelve months ago the Broken Hill Camera Club came into existence. Monthly meetings have been regularly held, at which lectures on photographic discussions. These meetings have, it is said, been the means of considerably assisting amateurs on points of difficulty which so often crop up. Regular outings have also been held, at which usually there was a competition. These have resulted in some good displays. The next meeting of the club, advertised to-day, will commence the club's new year, and amateurs are invited. Any information will be gladly given by the secretary (Mr. Plowman) at the Technical College.
Saturday 19th October 1918 Page 5 - Barrier Miner (Broken Hill, NSW)
BROKEN HILL CAMERA CLUB
The ANNUAL MEETING of the Broken Hill Camera Club will be held on THURSDAY, 24th October at the TECHNICAL COLLEGE at 8pm. All Amateurs and those interested in Photography will be welcomed.
A.S. PLOWMAN
TECHNICAL COLLEGE.
Saturday 19th October 1918 Page 5 - Barrier Miner (Broken Hill, NSW)
15th November 1918 Page 609 - Vol. 25 No. 11 - Australasian photo-review
BROKEN HILL CAMERA CLUB
The annual meeting of the Broken Hill Camera Club was recently held, eighteen members being present, and there was an interesting display of photographs.
The annual report reviewed the year’s work, and showed a steady progress. Four lectures had been given on photographic subjects; four outings had been held, and were particularly successful; three competitions had been held, the subjects being taken at the outings. The balance sheet revealed a healthy financial position, and showed that the club will commence its second year’s activities with a substantial financial start. So far a library had not been commenced, but owing to the gift by Kodak (Australasia), Ltd., the nucleus of a library had now been obtained.
The club owed a great deal to beneficial help from Mr. Conlon, who had acted as judge for the competitions. Altogether 53 prints were shown at the meeting. Several were entered in the competition for selected view. This was a view selected by the President at the last outing, and all competitors were required to take the same view within a limited range of view point. The various treatments of the subject resulted in Mr. F. Johns securing first prize, and Mr. Plowman second.
The officers elected for next year are: President, Mr. C.G. Hylton; Vice-President, Mr. H.L. Garriques; Hon.Secretary, Mr. A.S. Plowman, Technical College: Treasurer, Mr. G. Whinnen; Committee, Messrs. G. Job, A. Welsh, McLeod.
Monday 2nd December 1918 Page 2 - Barrier Miner (Broken Hill, NSW)
BROKEN HILL CAMERA CLUB
The last meeting for the year of the Broken Hill Camera Club was held on Thursday night at the Technical College. Two competitions were judged, further competitions were arranged, and a lecture was given by Mr. Plowman on the "Isochromatic Screen". Several experiments were shown to illustrate the various properties of screens.
The lecturer said: "All photographers have been tempted to make an exposure on a beautifully colored scene before them, and then on seeing the print, have been greatly disappointed. These beautiful colors, the tone of green and brown, which made the subject so entrancing have been lost. If a subject with several colors, containing say, red, white, yellow, and blue flowers, with green foliage, is photographed it will be found that the white and blue come out practically white on the print; green gives a light grey; the red and yellow a very dark grey, if not black. Had we looked at the flowers, the yellow would have appeared brightest to our eye, then the red and white, next the green, while the blue would have been darkest. The plate appreciates these colors in the reverse order". The reason for this was shown by two experiments. First a beam of white light (from a carbon arc) was passed through a prism and thrown on to a screen, when it was seen that, instead of the original narrow white beam, there was a colored band passing from red through yellow and green to blue and violet. "These colors", continued the lecturer, "constitute the initial white light. Such a band, known as the spectrum of white light, has been familiar to us since our childhood's days as the rainbow". This spectrum had been photographed on a lantern plate, and the resulting slide was projected. It was shown that the greatest light action had taken place when the blue and violet colors fell on the plate, these parts being quite black (on the negative). The green had left a slight exposure, but there was no trace of the yellow or red. "This", Mr. Plowman said, "was the reason why a blue sky gave a white print and red flowers black. To allow the red and yellow to affect the plate, it would be necessary in some way to reduce the powerful action of the blue, but not the red and yellow. It was then shown that a yellow screen would do this, for when interposed in the path of the white beam the blue of the spectrum largely disappeared, all the other colors remaining as before. But, continued the speaker, the screen alone would not give the desired result. The plate has to be bathed in a dye, which rendered it sensitive to the red color. Such plates were known as orthochromatic. By using these in conjunction with a screen, a far truer rendering of any subject would be given. The effects of red and orange glasses were also shown. Further it was shown that a lighter red might be much safer than a deep red for dark lamp use.
The competitions were judged by Mr. Conlon. One was an outdoor portrait, which was won by Mr. H.L. Garriques; the second was a flower study, in which Mr. Plowman was the successful competitor.
The meeting closed with a vote of thanks to Mr. Conlon, who gave some notes and criticisms on the competition subjects.
Monday 2nd June 1919 Page 3 - Barrier Miner (Broken Hill, NSW)
BROKEN HILL CAMERA CLUB
The Broken Hill Camera Club respectfully invites Amateur Photographers to the First Outing on SUNDAY, 8th June.
Full particulars gladly given up to noon Friday, on application to A.S. PLOWMAN, Technical College.
Monday 2nd June 1919 Page 1 - Barrier Miner (Broken Hill, NSW)
BROKEN HILL CAMERA CLUB
The Broken Hill Camera Club held a meeting at the Technical College on Saturday evening. The annual exhibition was postponed to September so that members should have ample opportunity of working up a good collection. The holiday competition pictures will be judged at the next meeting. An outing was arranged for next Sunday, and it was decided to see the working of the club. The subject of the evenning was an enlarging demonstration by Mr. Garriques. Enlargements were made on a home-made apparatus, and the full manipulations of exposure, development, fixing, and washing were explained. The club is now entering on the third year of its activities. It affords amateurs an opportunity of discussing difficulties, exchanging views, etc. The small library is being gradually increased, and being made more useful. Full information respecting the club will be given on application to the Hon.Secretary, Mr. Plowman, Technical College.
Wednesday 4th June 1919 Page 4 - Barrier Miner (Broken Hill, NSW)
BROKEN HILL CAMERA CLUB
The Broken Hill Camera Club had arranged an outing for next Sunday, but this has now been postponed until Sunday, June 15.
Monday 16th June 1919 Page 2 - Barrier Miner (Broken Hill, NSW)
BROKEN HILL CAMERA CLUB
The Broken Hill Camera Club held its first outing for this season yesterday. The party assembled at the Post Office, from whence a start was made a little after 10.30am. Several members were picked up en route, bringing the total to 22. The destination was Parnell Dam, one of the most picturesque spots within easy reach of the city. The weather was threatening, and a few showers were experienced, but members were well prepared, and the rain was taken as part of the day's outing. The afternoon was fine, though the light was extremely difficult owing to its continual variation through moving clouds. It remains to be seen that success will be secured by the wonderful assortment of cameras present, ranging from the little vest pocket Kodak to a half-plate reflex that looked as if it would claim a drag to itself. A spirited game of hockey, with a stone for a ball, brought this fine camera very close to being a candidate for the camera hospital. As usual there was a competition, the subject being a view. Two prizes are offered and the awards will be made at the next meeting. The homeward journey commenced about half-past four, the city being reached about 6pm.
Tuesday 1st July 1919 Page 1 - Barrier Miner (Broken Hill, NSW)
BROKEN HILL CAMERA CLUB
The monthly meeting of the Broken Hill Camera Club was held last evening in the Technical College, and was one of the most successful so far held. Seventeen members were present, and six apologies were tendered. A large amount of routine business was gone through, including a set of competition rules drawn up by the committee and submitted to the meeting for adoption. These rules have been framed, so that the small camera would have an equal chance with the large one. It was decided to see how the rules operate and modify them, if necessary, to encourage the beginners to exhibit their work.
During the afternoon the judge (Mr. C.J. Conlon) had been busy selecting prizewinners from a large collection of prints in the following competitions:
LAST OUTING: Mr. Job, 1; Mr. Barr, 2.
HOLIDAY COMPETITIONS:
SEASCAPE: Mr. Whinnen, 1; Mr. Plowman, 2.
LANDSCAPE: Mr. Plowman, 1; Mr. Job, 2.
PORTRAIT: Mr. Whinnen, 1; Mr. F. Johns, 2.
ANIMAL STUDY: Mr. Plowman, 1; Mr. Job, 2.
The judge commented very favorably on the fine picture taken by Mr. Job and exhibited in the outing competition. This picture was taken at Parnell Dam and shows what can be done in the district by the artistic eye.
The club is progressing very favorably, and all amateurs will be welcomed. It will give them an opportunity of improving their work.
Monday 14th July 1919 Page 1 - Barrier Miner (Broken Hill, NSW)
BROKEN HILL CAMERA CLUB
The Broken Hill Camera Club held its second outing for this season yesterday. The party left the Post Office for Stephens Creek pumping station at 10.30, and had a pleasant drive out. On arrival, the president (Mr. C.G. Hylton) announced the competitions. There was one for ladies only, and a second open competition for all members, with a first and second prize in each. After lunch the party dispersed in various directions to secure the material which was to win the prizes. The party started for home at about 4.45pm, after having spent a very enjoyable day. Altogether about 26 members were present.
Saturday 26th July 1919
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BROKEN HILL CAMERA CLUB
The regular monthly meeting of the Broken Hill Camera Club was held last night at the Technical College, when 24 members attended. The president announced the results of the competition at the last outing. At each outing there is a competition, and the prints are judged at the following meeting.
At the last outing there were two competitions a ladies competition, in which Miss Job was first and Miss Kellet second, and an open competition, in which Mr. Job was first and Mr. Wooster second.
The chief item of the evening was a paper by Mr. Noellas on "Photographic Chemistry". The lecturer briefly described the manufacture of plates, how they were affected by light, and the various chemical reactions taking place during development, fixation, intensification, and reduction. Each operation was illustrated an experiment, which practically put a photographic plate in test tube, so that it could be observed throughout the changes. The difference between fast and slow plates was described, and the lecturer remarked that a plate had been made so fast that an exposure of one twenty-five millionth part of a second was sufficient to produce an image. The various papers were then briefly touched on, including p.o.p. (collodion or albumen), platinotype, bromide, gaslight, and carbon.
A hearty vote of thanks to the lecturer concluded the evening.
Saturday 30th August 1919 Page 1 - Barrier Miner (Broken Hill, NSW)
BROKEN HILL CAMERA CLUB
The monthly meeting of the Broken Hill Camera Club was held on Thursday evening. The president awarded the prizes in the last competition, which resulted in Mr. Hylton first and second in outdoor portrait, and Mr. Dick Beale in the landscape. Mr. Conlon, who judged, commented on the high standard of the winning prints. No award was made in the ladies competition as there, were insufficient entries. It was decided that in future, competitions would be arranged each month to be carried out at home.
Mr. Plowman gave some notes on the grain of plates, the remarks being illustrated by several plates being viewed through the microscope. Mr. Conlon then gave a criticism of the winning prints, together with a series of notes on outdoor portraiture.
Saturday 1st November 1919 Page 2 and 5 - Barrier Miner (Broken Hill, NSW)
BROKEN HILL CAMERA CLUB
ANNUAL MEETING
The annual meeting of the Broken Hill Camera Club was held on Wednesday evening at the Technical College. The report presented on the year's work shows that the average attendance at the six meetings was 15, and the greatest membership had been 28. Five outings had been held with an average attendance of 18. At every outing there had been competitions as well as other opportunities for prizes. Over £11 had been paid in prizes, and had all competitions been availed of the prize list would have been considerably higher. Mr. Conlon acted as judge. His activities also include the criticism of prints which is very much to the members' advantage. The balance sheet showed a substantial credit balance. The election of officers resulted: President, Mr. C.G. Hylton; Vice-President, Mr. G. Job; Hon.Secretary, Mr. A.S. Plowman, Technical College; Treasurer, Mr. G. Whinnen; Committee, Miss Moody and Mr. Welsh and Mr. Hookings.
Thursday 6th November 1919 Page 2 - Barrier Miner (Broken Hill, NSW)
BROKEN HILL CAMERA CLUB
A meeting of the committee of the Broken Hill Camera Club was held last night to finalize arrangements for the forthcoming exhibition. This is to consist mainly of pictures taken during the year at the various outings, though some members are making special prints for exhibit. The following classes were decided on: Landscape, seascape, portrait, animal studies, general. No prizes will be given, but award cards will be presented to the successful exhibitors in each class. The date will be published later, and an invitation extended to all amateurs who may wish to be present.
Tuesday 25th November 1919 Page 2 - Barrier Miner (Broken Hill, NSW)
BROKEN HILL CAMERA CLUB
On Wednesday evening last the Broken Hill Camera Club held its second exhibition. On the walls were 200 pictures, which with about six exceptions were all mounted. Seventeen exhibitors sent in work, several of whom had made enlargements. At the last exhibition the mounting was very poor, but on Wednesday evening, one of the attractive points was the mounting. Also this time there was an attempt to select a printing paper whose surface lent itself to the subject. Perhaps the best example of this was by Mr. Job, who displayed a simple subject of rock and bush taken at Parnell Creek, and printed on cream crayon rough surface paper. Mr. Whinnen's seascapes on velvet green paper on green mounts also resulted in a very pleasing effect. Another example of mounting was in Stephens Creek views on invitation wood by Mr. Beal. Here the richly toned sepia prints matched the wood color of the mount very effectively. A sepia sunset on Lake Cudgee by Mr. Plowman looked well. Mr. Riddell exhibited some fine pictures from Port Victor and surroundings. His enlargement of a bulldog's head attracted much attention. As many of the prints had been previously exhibited in competitions, it was decided not to award prizes at the exhibition, but only give the club's award card.
Mr. Hylton was first in portrait, Mr. Job in landscape, Mr. Whinnen in seascape, and Mr. Plowman in the animal study.
During the evening Mr. Greenlees senior, gave a series of lantern slides mostly of a geological nature. There were, however, a few views among them. The club will commence its activities again next year.
Wednesday 10th February 1937 Page 2 - Barrier Miner (Broken Hill, NSW)
BROKEN HILL CAMERA CLUB
Members and intending members are reminded that the Annual Meeting will be held in the Technical College on SATURDAY, 13th February, at 8pm.
A.D. MOODY
HON.SECRETARY
Tuesday 16th February 1937 Page 1 - Barrier Miner (Broken Hill, NSW)
Friday 19th February 1937 Page 3 - Recorder (Port Pirie, South Australia)
BROKEN HILL CAMERA CLUB
The general manager of the North mine (Mr. O. H. Woodward) has been appointed president of the newly formed Broken Hill Camera Club. The vice-president is Dr. Macgillivray, and the Chairman Mr. A.J.C. Faehrmann. Mr. R.C. Cotton is secretary. The next meeting of the club will be held on Saturday, February 27th.
Saturday 29th May 1937 Page 1 - Barrier Miner (Broken Hill, NSW)
BROKEN HILL CAMERA CLUB
DR. MACGILLIVRAY TO LECTURE ON BIRD LIFE
At a meeting of the Broken Hill Camera Club at the Technical College to-night Dr. I. Macgillivray will give a lecture on the natural life and habits of birds. He has many fine specimens of bird life which he will use in his lecture.
Tuesday 1st June 1937 Page 3 - Barrier Miner (Broken Hill, NSW)
BROKEN HILL CAMERA CLUB
ART OF BIRD PHOTOGRAPHY
"THE natural curiosity of the emu renders it an easy subject for the amateur photographer, as they will approach a motor car particularly if some bright object thereon attracts their attention. Once their curiosity is satisfied, they are very easily scared away," said Dr. Ian Macgillivray, addressing members of the Broken Hill Camera Club last Saturday evening at the Technical College, to whom he gave an illustrated lecture on the photographing of bird life.
Continuing, Dr. Macgillivray exhibited photos of a number of various phases of emu life, including groups of emus, their nests, and young emus emerging from the eggs with newly hatched chicks in the same nest, and drew attention to the striped pattern of the young emus which so harmonized with their surroundings that it was a difficult matter to find them when danger lurked.
The male bird incubated the eggs, and at the time of hatching the parent assisted the chicks to break open the shell which, though weakened considerably during the incubation period due to absorption by the chick within, still offered great resistance to breaking.
Illustrations comprising about 100 slides included magpies, curlews (now rare locally), wild duck and their eggs, eagles and their nests, and nestling hawks, owls, wagtails, seagulls on inland lakes etc.
PHOTOGRAPHERS TRIALS
Many of the photographs were taken in the branches of trees, necessitating the setting up of the camera in the tree itself, while in another instance the photographer had to wade into water and hold the camera shoulder high in order to obtain the picture of a long legged water bird (stilt bird).
"Pelicans," said Dr. Macgillivray, "are unable to fly until they attain the age of five months." The taking of the photograph under review, pelican nestlings in their breeding ground, was a far from pleasant undertaking due to the hot weather's effect on the decaying fish littered about. The nestlings ejected food from their pouches upon being disturbed.
When photographing shy birds on their nests, the progress is slow, as it is first necessary to get the birds accustomed to something that resembles a camera upon a stand, and for this purpose a cigar box is placed upon one or two sticks, some distance from the nest and this structure advanced daily towards the nest until within shooting distance, when it is replaced by a stand camera with shutter set and a long cord suitably attached to the shutter release.
At the conclusion of his lecture Dr. Macgillivray answered questions and gave useful information on slide making and photography in general.
EXCURSION ARRANGED
At the meeting it was decided that next Saturday afternoon a photographic excursion take place and all desirous of taking part meet in front of the Technical College at 2pm and bring their cameras with them. For those who desire instruction in the use of the camera and how to take photographs, arrangements will be made at that meeting for experienced workers to give information or assistance.Members of the public interested in photography are invited to be present.
Thursday 1st September 1938 Page 2 - Barrier Miner (Broken Hill, NSW)
BROKEN HILL CAMERA CLUB
A meeting of the Broken Hill Camera Club will be held at the Technical College on Saturday, 3rd September, at 8pm.
All those interested in Photography are cordially invited.
A.H. BAUER
HON.SECRETARY
Thursday 23rd May 1940 Page 6 - Barrier Miner (Broken Hill, NSW)
BROKEN HILL CAMERA CLUB
CAMERA CLUB REVIVED
After a lapse of about two years the Broken Hill Camera Club has been reformed and many amateur photographers have become interested in the club. It is planned to conduct monthly competitions.
The club was reformed at a meeting held at the Y.M.C.A. last Saturday night. Mr. A. Faehrmann addressed the meeting and outlined the activities of the old club and the proposed lines on which the new one would be operated.
It was decided to ask Messrs. A.J. Keast and O.H. Woodward to accept the positions of joint presidents. Mr. R.L. Middleton was elected chairman, and Mr. J. Roper honorary secretary and treasurer. The committee of three appointed comprised Messrs. Randall, Taylor and Faehrmann.
The meeting decided to divide the monthly competitions into two sections, a set subject and open class. Points will be awarded for each print submitted and these will be totaled. A trophy will be awarded for the highest aggregate at the end of the year. Members may submit as many entries as they wish, the only stipulation being that the prints must be at least 2 1/2 inches by 3 inches.
The competition for this month is "Landscape". Entries will close with the secretary (Mr. Roper) or the Chairman (Mr. Middleton) at 4pm on May 31st. Mr. J.J. Jones has been appointed judge. He will deliver a lecture on "Mounting" at the next meeting of the club to be held at the Y.M.C.A. on June 15th.
Thursday 29th May 1940 Page 8 - Barrier Miner (Broken Hill, NSW)
BROKEN HILL CAMERA CLUB
A well attended meeting of camera enthusiasts held at the Rembrandt Studios last night decided to revive the activities of the Broken Hill Camera Club. The meeting decided to concentrate on assisting the beginner and amateur photographers. Another meeting will be held on Thursday next when the new officers will be elected and the club put on a proper basis.
1st July 1940 Page 336 - Vol. 47 No. 7 - Australasian photo-review
BROKEN HILL CAMERA CLUB
After a break of some three years, this Society recommenced activities on the 18th May. The usual club activities will be carried on and the club will be pleased to welcome any members of sister clubs who may be passing through Broken Hill at any time. The Secretary Mr. J. Roper 651 Williams Street, Broken Hill, will be pleased to hear from other secretaries of kindred clubs with a view to future exhibitions and exchanges.
Saturday 5th May 1945 Page 4 - Barrier Miner (Broken Hill, NSW)
BROKEN HILL AMATEUR PHOTOGRAPHIC SOCIETY
40 YEARS AGO (From the "Barrier Miner" of May 5, 1905)
A meeting of the Broken Hill Amateur Photographic Society was held at Tait's Masonic Hotel last evening. The president (Mr. L.H.M. Avery) was in the chair. Mr. W.E. Wainwright read an interesting paper on "The Lens", introducing the subject of light. Mr. Wainwright demonstrated, by means of a model that the colors of a prism moving simultaneously at a high rate of speed produced a white light. Several other demonstrations by means of model were also made. A motion of thanks for his paper was moved and seconded by Messrs. Horwood and Whitehead and carried unanimously.
Thursday 5th June 1947 Page 8 - Barrier Miner (Broken Hill, NSW)
BROKEN HILL CAMERA CLUB
To revive the activities of the Broken Hill Camera Club a meeting will be held at the Rembrandt Studios, Argent Street, tonight at 8pm.
Officers of the club will also be elected at this meeting, which is open to all photography enthusiasts.
When properly established the club hopes to have over 30 members.
1st July 1947 Page 391 - Vol. 54 No. 7 - Australasian photo-review
BROKEN HILL CAMERA CLUB
After a recess of seven years, the Broken Hill Photographic Society recommenced activities on the 5th June, 1947. The usual club activities will be carried out, and it is hoped to have the use of a club darkroom.
The Society will be pleased to welcome any members of similar societies who may be visiting Broken Hill at any time. The Secretary, Mr. D.G. Dansie, of 458 Lane Lane, Broken Hill, would like to hear from secretaries with regard to future exhibitions and exchange portfolios.
1st September 1947 Page 523 - Vol. 54 No. 9 Australasian Photo-Review
BROKEN HILL CAMERA CLUB
The July meeting was held on Thursday, 10th July, at the Rembrandt Studio where, in the absence of the Chairman, Mr. T. O’Driscoll, Mr. Meatheringham officiated. The main attraction of the night was a talk by Mr. S. Jones on “Photography for Beginners”, this being the first of a series. It was evident that these talks will be of great benefit to the members, a large proportion of whom are just commencing photography. On Sunday, 27th July, there will be an excursion in the town, possibly to the “line of lode”, and prints obtained on this occasion will be presented at the next meeting.
Wednesday 4th April 1951 Page 11 - Barrier Miner (Broken Hill, NSW)
BROKEN HILL CAMERA CLUB
A special meeting of executive officers of the Broken Hill Camera Club was held last night.
Object of the meeting was to arrange a film night for April 10th. Letters were received relating to available films.
The entertainment will include a selection to be interspersed with lectures, on techniques.
Those wishing to join the club may communicate with the secretary of the club (Mr. J. Baker) at "The Barrier Miner" Office.
Wednesday 4th June 1952 Page 3 - Barrier Miner (Broken Hill, NSW)
BROKEN HILL CAMERA CLUB
AERO CLUB PAGEANT
About 35 aircraft, bringing more than 70 pilots, will arrive here next Saturday for the air pageant to be conducted by the Aero Club at the aerodrome on Sunday afternoon.
Spectators should witness a spectacular opening between 35 and 40 planes flying over the city and 'drome in a mass formation "fly-past" at 1.45pm.
The 35 planes attending will represent about 12 clubs. Seven Sea Furies from the Fleet Air Arm may also attend. These combat aircraft will demonstrate aerobatics, formation flying and deck landings.
Some of the aero clubs represented will be the Royal South Australian (six planes), Royal N.S.W. (3), Orange (1), Newcastle (3), Quirindi (2), Royal Victorian, Waikerie Gliding Club (2 sailplanes), Kingsford Smith Aviation Service (2), and Robby's Aviation Service, South Australia. (1).
A highlight will be a parachute jump by Mr W. Smith, a representative of the Kingsford Smith Aviation Service, Sydney.
A demonstration of aerobatics and low-flying by an Auster Aiglet training aircraft should be popular.
The Department of Civil Aviation has graded several areas round the 'drome, and there should be ample parking space for motorists.
The Broken Hill Camera Club will make an official outing, and will prepare documentary films of the pageant for the Aero Club.
A ball which was to have been held next Saturday night has been postponed. A hangar dance at the aerodrome will be held.
Monday 9th June 1952 Page 6 - Barrier Miner (Broken Hill, NSW)
BROKEN HILL CAMERA CLUB
PILOTS PROVIDE THRILLS AT BROKEN HILL AIR PAGEANT
An aerobatic sequence by three aircraft, a Tiger Moth, Chipmunk (metal fuselage trainers) and the new R.A.A.F. and R.A.F. cabin trainer, the Auster Aiglet, together with a parachute jump by Mr. C. Smith, of the Kingsford-Smith Aviation Service were the highlights at yesterday's Air Pageant conducted by the Broken Hill Aero Club.
The day was ideal for the function and the spectators were not disappointed by the display. An estimated crowd of 6.000 people saw the pageant and the success was a tribute to efficient organizing. The start of the display was delayed until 2.30pm because of a fatal crash. The large crowd showed its appreciation of the fine display when the individual pilots came down on to the tarmac.
35 AIRCRAFT
Over 35 aircraft took part representing clubs from: Parkes Aero Club, Waikerie Gliding Club, Morrabin Aero Club, Royal N.S.W., Royal South Australia, Parnell Aero Club, Robby's Aircraft Corporation, South Australia; Furness Aviation Co., Woomera Flying Club (Victoria), The Wilcannia Air Taxi Service and Kingsford Smith Aviation Service from Bankstown, Sydney.
The fly past of about 20 aircraft, flying in echelon right formation was spectacular, and on landing the crowd showed its appreciation by prolonged hand clapping. Excitement was at fever pitch when the Auster Aircraft banked preparatory to Mr C.S. Smith, of the Kingsford Smith Aviation Service, making his parachute jump. He could be plainly seen waiting by the cabin door, and then suddenly he was shooting earthward. To the spectators it seemed an eternity before the ribbon of the "chute" started to trail behind him and finally the silk umbrella of the "chute" opened out to bring him to the ground.
The Waikerie Gliding Club gave a good display. The glider was towed off by a Tiger Moth, and released at about 2,000 feet. The Glider with Mr. Barrett at the controls circled in a thermal up-current for a considerable time, before he gained 4,000 feet. This height is necessary for safe aerobatics with a glider The slow but graceful loops, wheels and stall turns were a delight. Meanwhile the three aircraft, the Moth, the Chipmunk and the Aiglet were going through their aerobatics to the delight of the crowd. They followed the leader (Mr. B. Campbell) in the local Tiger Moth and executed their loops, rolls, stall turns and figure eights with dexterity.
CROP DUSTING
The last event was a display of low level "crop dusting" by a specially modified Tiger Moth, operated by Robby's Aircraft Corporation of South Australia. It was the intention of the pilot to use a color spray in his jets for greater effect, but the coloring fluid blocked the jets. However, the low flying pass over the drome were an interesting spectacle, a great amount of skill in handling the aircraft being necessary. This is a specialized field of aviation.
At the conclusion of the pageant, the pilots and aircraft were made available to the public for joy-riding. This was well patronized. Ticket-sellers were inundated by eager people wanting to take a "flip" around the city.
During the afternoon, members of the Broken Hill Camera Club took movie and still pictures of the aircraft. Members of the Motor Cycle Club formed a mobile patrol to keep the large crowd from encroaching on the official areas.
Wednesday 24th September 1952 Page 11 - Barrier Miner (Broken Hill, NSW)
BROKEN HILL CAMERA CLUB
CAMERA CLUB FAREWELL
Members of the Broken Hill Camera Club gathered at the Aero Club last night to bid farewell to Mr. Bruce Campbell, chief flying instructor of the Aero Club and an enthusiastic amateur photographer, who is leaving the city.
During the evening a presentation of behalf of club members, was made by the Hon.Secretary (Mr. J.A. Parry), who expressed appreciation of Mr. Campbell's work on behalf of the club.
An enjoyable film show, followed by supper was much appreciated.
Friday 17th October 1952 Page 3 - Barrier Miner (Broken Hill, NSW)
BROKEN HILL CAMERA CLUB
AERO CLUB SCHOLARSHIP
"A start will be made next week to complete the flying scholarship contest started by the Aero Club some months ago", said the club's president (Mr. B. Martin) today.
"Many factors were against us in this flying scholarship, particularly the great demand on the aircraft by flying members. But that has been overcome, and a start will be made soon to decide the winner", said Mr. Martin.
Many applications have been received by the Club for the position of full time secretary - manager. Some have come from Melbourne.
Work on the workshop annexe at the aerodrome will commence next weekend.
Shortly after Christmas club officials expect that flying will be at its top. Five aircraft will be available and it is hoped that seven instructors will give their services.
Social activities of the club are being increased. Tomorrow evening a dance social will be conducted and on Tuesday evening a film night, under the auspices of the Broken Hill Camera Club.
Tuesday 28th October 1952 Page 1 - Barrier Miner (Broken Hill, NSW)
BROKEN HILL CAMERA CLUB
AERO CLUB PROJECTS
The secretary-manager of the Broken Hill Aero Club (Mr. J. Biggs) said today that applicants for the flying scholarship who had not yet flown were to inform the president (Mr. B Martin) as soon as practicable and a time would be set for their tests.
The tests will be conducted by the club's instructors. Elimination tests for the remainder of the applicants will be conducted and persons in that category are asked to notify Mr. Biggs, at Wendt's Chambers. It is expected that within three weeks the winner of the scholarship will be announced.
Instrument flying for pilots who intend to sit for a commercial license will be commenced next Sunday. Several pilots have already started the ground subjects. The first complete local C. of A. test was done during the week by the maintenance crew, and the Department of Civil Aviation Aircraft inspectors was pleased by the efficient manner in which the overhaul was completed.
The first of a series of films will be shown tonight when a three hours picture on the theory of flight will be screened under the auspices of the Broken Hill Camera Club. It is the intention of the two clubs to compile a documentary film on the activities of the Aero Club and flying generally.
Friday 14th November 1952 Page 10 - Barrier Miner (Broken Hill, NSW)
BROKEN HILL CAMERA CLUB
The Broken Hill Camera Club in conjunction with the Adelaide Camera Club will present for one night only, an Exhibition of Prize winning Photographs and display of photographic equipment at the TECHNICAL COLLEGE ANNEXE, MONDAY, November 17th from 6pm. Members of the public cordially invited.
Tuesday 18th November 1952 Page 3 - Barrier Daily Truth (Broken Hill, NSW)
BROKEN HILL CAMERA CLUB
PHOTOGRAPHIC EXHIBITION INCLUDES FINE WORK
HIGH STANDARD SHOWN IN AMATEUR STUDIES
Some striking prints were included in the exhibition of photographic art at the Technical College annexe last night, and the work shown should provide a stimulus to local amateurs to show what they are capable of.
The exhibition, which was presented by the Broken Hill Camera Club, consisted of prints shown in the Adelaide Camera Club exhibition recently.
The wide variety of subjects presented, and the high percentage of everyday topics highlighted through unusual approaches made the exhibition one of intense interest, not only to enthusiasts, but to the layman who, perhaps uses his camera for holiday snapshots.
For instance one exhibitor chose as his subject a few ordinary lemons. He grouped them, produced a fine enlargement, and called it "Three of a Kind".
Another photographer illuminated the petals of two flowers with cunningly placed back-lighting, while yet another selected a vase of sunflowers.
Ingenuity enabled some artists to turn out delightful studies with the use of small ornaments.
One carefully produced print, "Tension", was the result of carefully arranging two small glass animals, a cat and a dog, softly back-lighted and looking quite animated.
Portraits included a number of children, mainly by D.G. Dansie, who used to belong to the local club. Another of his studies, "Grain", produced in fine detail the graining on old timber projecting from drift sand.
Among the unusual effects ranking high in the Judges awards, were two prints which, from a moderate distance, resembled delicate pencil or charcoal work.
They were, respectively, a study of trees and a portrait; both so carefully under-printed that the effect was almost ethereal.
"Nonconformist" showed a vast stack of wire coils, with one solitary coil departing from the general theme.
An example of painstaking technique was "Light's Vision", portraying Colonel Light's statute in silhouette as it overlooked the city he had planned.
In addition to the exhibited photographs, the club last night exhibited old and new equipment, including still and movie cameras, a titling outfit for movies, and other miscellaneous gadgets.
Transparencies and movies were shown in the hall, and the public free to view with most of the lights on, the studies or the projected films as they chose.
This was accomplished by shielding the screen from the bright sidelights which may have reduced the contrast of the image.
The Club hopes in the future to present a similar display of members photographs of equally high standard, and announces that new members are always welcome.
Activities of the club cover all phases of amateur photography. Regular field days are held, and the club meets every Tuesday evening at the Aero Club for discussions, practical demonstrations and projection evenings.
Wednesday 26th November 1952 Page 2 - Barrier Miner (Broken Hill, NSW)
BROKEN HILL CAMERA CLUB
AERO CLUB AWARD MADE
Within the next few days the Broken Hill Aero Club will announce the winner of the flying scholarship. A contestant has been decided on and subject to him passing a medical examination his name will be disclosed.
The Secretary - Manager of the Club (Mr. J. Biggs), said finality had also been reached in the appointment of a permanent secretary to the club. The appointee was a well-known local businessman and his appointment would take effect from January 12th, 1953. His name was withheld for business reasons.
Work on the maintenance annexe to the Club's hanger is progressing. It is anticipated that during the Christmas recess, when no organized flying will be undertaken, a greater number of members will help.
The maintenance inspection branch of D.C.A. has been transferred from Adelaide to Sydney, and last week two engineers made the initial inspection of an aircraft overhauled by the club's engineer.
Another film evening will be conducted next Tuesday at the drome, in conjunction with the Broken Hill Camera Club.
Another social activity shortly will be a presentation social to the club's chief instructor (Mr. J. Wicks). Mr. Wicks was recently made a life member and the badge will be presented to him at the social.
Monday 2nd February 1953 Page 8 - Barrier Miner (Broken Hill, NSW)
BROKEN HILL CAMERA CLUB
CAMERA CLUB IN MEMBER DRIVE
The Broken Hill Camera Club will make an all-out drive this year to increase its membership and interest the public in photography. This was one of the main topics discussed at the annual general meeting of the club. As part of its drive the meeting decided to make the services of its secretary available to the public interested in photography for consultation and advice.
Tomorrow night at the Aero Club, a Camera Club member (Mr. Bruce Rawling) will lecture on "Photographic Emulsions". The public are invited.
Shortly a film of the Davis Cup will be shown to club members and the publicity officer (Mr. S.F. Brown) said it would probably be shown to the public later on.
He said the club fosters all sections of photography and members were continually on the lookout for unusual or rare topics. Although the club has been going in Broken Hill for some time, Mr. Brown said the active membership was about 40, but this year an all-out drive to develop the club and interest new members was planned. He said club members meet every Tuesday night to discuss both the practical and theoretical side of photography and things of interest to members in regards to their hobby.
This year Pastor R. Millsom was elected president of the club and Mr. R. Petersen is secretary-treasurer. Mr. C.F. Brown is publicity officer.
Monday 2nd February 1953 Page 3 - Barrier Daily Truth (Broken Hill, NSW)
BROKEN HILL CAMERA CLUB
CAMERA CLUB AGAIN ACTIVE
EFFORTS TO HELP INTERESTED PERSONS
The Broken Hill Camera Club more officially known as the Broken Hill Photographic Society, has started another year in earnest. At the Annual General meeting, the following officers were elected: President, Pastor R. Millsom; secretary-treasurer, Mr. R. Petersen; publicity officer, Mr. C.F. Brown.
One of the principal topics discussed was the way in which the club could help those interested in photography in Broken Hill. It was finally agreed that the secretary should make his services available. Those interested are asked to write to the secretary at 168 Mica Street or phone 1096 after working hours, when arrangements will be made for the secretary to call personally, discuss the problem and arrange for the necessary assistance to be made available.
Tomorrow night at the Aero Club, where the club holds its meetings, a most interesting lecture will be delivered by one of the club members (Mr. Bruce Rawlings), his subject being "Photographic Emulsions". This lecture should be packed full of valuable information. All interested are welcome and invited to attend the lecture, which starts at 8pm. A discussion will follow the lecture. Time permitting there will be a screening of some of the latest color transparencies taken by club members during the Christmas vacation. These will be discussed by the members. This alone is worth a visit to the meeting.
Anyone owning a camera or interested in photography should interest themselves in the club. There is no joining fee and the subscriptions are very moderate. The club meets every Tuesday evening where by a carefully planned program the practical as well as the theoretical side of photography is fully explored.
RARE TROPICAL LILY
The club president who is always on the lookout for unusual nature study shots in natural color, was fortunate during the Christmas holidays to take natural color photos of the Santa Cruz lily in the Adelaide Botanical Gardens. This beautiful color study may be seen at the club tomorrow evening, where some of the interesting details of this tropical wonder will be passed on to those attending.
The club, although working as one unit, fosters every section of photography, and members are always interested in taking pictures of the unusual - rare and historical as well as the items of natural beauty. Should any reader know of any subject that will interest the members, the secretary will be pleased to pass on the information and the subject can then go on photographic record in the club diary for events and subjects.
Saturday 2nd May 1953 Page 4 - Barrier Miner (Broken Hill, NSW)
BROKEN HILL CAMERA CLUB
CAMERA CLUB TO HOLD CONTEST
The Broken Hill Camera Club which has its headquarters at the Y.M.C.A., has decided to conduct a photo competition for members only. The competition is being sponsored by Jones Photo Store, Argent Street. There will be two sections - black and white and color transparencies. The club will select a panel of judges to choose the winning entries. The closing date of the competition is May 12th and the winning entries will be on display at Jones Photo Store. All entries will be on exhibition at the Y.W.C.A. rooms after the close of the competition.
The club hopes to make the competition an annual event in its activities and to allow the general public to enter.
Last Sunday club members held a field day at Silvervale Station to gather material. All members of the club are showing enthusiasm and some have purchased valuable equipment.
Thursday 21st May 1953 Page 12 - Barrier Miner (Broken Hill, NSW)
BROKEN HILL CAMERA CLUB
CAMERA CLUB CONTEST
The Broken Hill Camera Club will announce the winners of its photo competition at a public display of the entries in the Y.M.C.A. next Tuesday night. A spokesman said that the winner of both the black and white section and the color transparency sections would be announced.
In the black and white section 10 contestants submitted 115 entries, which range from Broken Hill scenes to English and European scenes, commercial, child and nature study shots. This section is at present being judged by a panel of local experts.
In the color transparency section nine exhibitors submitted 45 entries. The entries had been sent to Adelaide for judging by officials of the Adelaide Camera Club.
On Tuesday entries in the black and white competition will be displayed and color competition entries will be projected for the public. The winning entries in the black and white section will later be displayed at a photography store.
Thursday 28th May 1953 Page 1 - Barrier Daily Truth (Broken Hill, NSW)
BROKEN HILL CAMERA CLUB
CAMERA CLUB PRIZEWINNERS
The Broken Hill Camera Club exhibition of black and white photographs and color transparencies at the Y.M.C.A. on Tuesday night attracted a considerable amount of public interest, and very soon after the doors opened at 7.30pm all the seating accommodation was packed out and late-comers found there was "standing room only".
In the official opening at 8pm, the club president, Mr. R. Millsom, announced the winners of both the black and white and color transparency competitions. In the black and white section, the three winners were W. Marsh (first with a portrait), R. Peterson (second, seascape) and R. Barnes (third, industrial shot). The fact that the judges had difficulty in selecting winners from the 45 entries submitted, was shown by their eight Highly Commended awards, and a number of others which were commended. Judges were Miss Harding, of the Technical College Art Department, Mrs. E. Erricks, and Mr. Ralph O'Connor, sponsor of the competition, and donor of the prize money.
Invited to speak at the opening, Mr. O'Connor expressed his pleasure at the high standard achieved, and spontaneously offered to increase the prize money. The competition entries were collected after the exhibition and one to be displayed at Jones Photo Store. There were 115 entries in the color transparency section of the competition, which was judged by the Adelaide Camera Club. This contest, which was sponsored by F.A. Wicks and Company was divided into two sections, one for shots taken in Broken Hill, and the other for shots taken in other places.
First prize in the first section went to L. Power with a nature study shot of a rose, and he also carried off third prize, with a portrait. Second place was gained by Gordon Campbell, with a nature study shot of a lizard.
In the second section, Club president, R. Millsom, was awarded first prize for a shot of South End Tasmania, and Roger Norton was second with a nature study of a locust and pupercase. Sid Anstee's shot of Mt. Bold Bridge won the third prize. There was also a number of Highly Commended entries.
The Adelaide judges comments on the work from the Broken Hill Camera Club praised the high standard reached in all sections. They said that a number of the transparencies submitted were technically perfect, but were lacking in composition.
Tuesday 2nd March 1954 Page 7 - Barrier Miner (Broken Hill, NSW)
BROKEN HILL CAMERA CLUB
A meeting of the Broken Hill Camera Club will be held at the Y.M.C.A. tonight.
On March 9th a special night for beginners will be conducted and talks on various aspects of photography will be given. The object is to form a junior Y.M.C.A. Camera Club.
Wednesday 29th September 1954
Page 12 - Barrier Miner (Broken Hill, NSW)
Page 7 - Barrier Daily Truth (Broken Hill, NSW)
Y.M.C.A. CAMERA CLUB
CAMERA CLUB EXHIBITION
The annual exhibition of the Y.M.C.A. Camera Club was opened last night by the president (Mr R. Barnes). The selection committee chose 90 prints from the folios received from the Leeton Camera Club, Wollongong Camera Club, Lismore Camera Club, Temora Camera Club, and Broken Hill Camera Club and the Newcastle Photographic Society.
The prints were of a high standard and included work from some of the leading pictorialists of the eastern States. Among the outstanding prints were six by David Mascord, who specializes in nature study and whose ability and technique are obvious. His outstanding print was "Family Cares", which was a partially toned print of a bird feeding her young in the nest. "Toadstools" and "Malurus Cyaneus" (female Blue Wren) were also striking examples of this exhibitor's success in this field.
Messrs. Devine, Pye and Cooper, of the Temora Camera Club, demonstrated their command of the art. They submitted prints, four of which had been included in the Australia Photographic Review folios. "Wind Ripples" by R.S. Cooper, "Impact" by H.C. Devine and "Turning" by J. Pye in particular deserve mention.
OUTSTANDING
Two outstanding prints which attracted attention were by N. Ozolins. The quality and texture in the "Shadows on the Sands" were beautiful.
"Candle Light" by Kaske, of Lismore, was a still life subject with warmth and quality.
R.H. Manuel, of the Newcastle Photographic Society, had selected several prints, two of which were excellent. Both were toned, "Pottery Pipes" in a modified sepia and "Blue Pool" a spectacular blue.
A modern church steeple entitled "Aspirations", by W.H. McClung of the Newcastle Photographic Society, revealed subtle nuances of tone. This print was one of several submitted by this exhibitor.
"Winter Skies", by Mavis Hughes of the Leeton Camera Club, was a finely executed work with striking print quality.
The local prints were by no means disgraced by their company. The quality of R. Barnes four prints bears comparison with anything else in the show. His character study "Old Ebenezer" is a particularly fine piece of work. Fred Brook's "Waterlily", hand colored, shows that all the experts in this field are not necessarily commercial workers.
The exhibition will be continued tonight from 8pm to 10pm and is open to the public.