GULGONG AMATEUR PHOTOGRAPHIC ASSOCIATION
FORMED 1899
HONORARY MEMBERS
16th August 1900
Dr. McCreadie
30th August 1900
Miss Young
30th August 1900
Miss V. Young
30th August 1900
Miss K. McDonough
3rd May 1900
Mr. F. Heard
19th July 1900
Miss J. Young
Saturday 5th August 1899
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Gulgong has established the Gulgong Amateur Photographic Association, with the Rev. F.E. Haviland as instructor.
Tuesday 24th October 1899
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The usual fortnightly meeting of the Gulgong Amateur Photographic Association was held at the Association Room on Thursday 19th October at 8pm. There was a large attendance of members, the subject for the night being a very interesting one. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and confirmed. Arrangements were made for holding another tour on 9th November in conjunction with the Young Men's Friendly Society. Rev. F.E. Haviland gave a brief and interesting account of his meeting with the Sydney Amateur Photographers. The Hon.Secretary, Mr. Stening and Hon.Treasurer, Mr. Jago, were especially kind and gave him a cordial welcome. They stated that the Gulgong association is the only one of its kind in N.S.W. outside of Sydney.
Mr. Stening promised to forward at an early date the manuscript of Judge Docker's lecture on stereoscopic photography. With practical help like this from the parent society, Gulgong amateurs ought to make good head-way. It is rumored that a Camera Club is likely to be started at Cudal, near Orange. Mr. E. Garling promised to bring in for the use of members a large number of back numbers of the Photographic Journal. Mr. J. Fletcher offered the use of two or three forms for the room, which were accepted with thanks. A vote of thanks was passed to Mr. H. Cross for his present of a table. The President, Rev. F.E. Haviland, then gave a demonstration of Bromide enlargement. The subject, a view of Cudgebegong River, was well treated and as it was the first enlargement made at the room, Mr. Haviland presented it to the Association. The meeting closed with a vote of thanks to the demonstrator. The next meeting will be on Thursday 2nd November. Subject: mixing of developers and a demonstration of developing, by Mr. E. Garling.
Wednesday 25th October 1899
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PHOTOGRAPHIC SOCIETY
ANNUAL EXHIBITION
The annual exhibition of the Photographic Society of New South Wales, which has been thrown open this year to Inter-Colonial competitors, was officially opened at the rooms of the Art Society, 70 Pitt Street, yesterday afternoon, in the presence of a representative attendance. His Honor Judge Docker (President of the Photographic Society of New South Wales), in opening the proceedings, explained that, owing to the unavoidable absence of his Excellency the Governor, Sir James Fairfax had consented to open the exhibition. There was a new departure this year, in as much as the exhibition was open to competitors from the different colonies. Consequently, there was a great increase in exhibitors, New Zealand being especially well represented. It would be found that some of the most valuable prizes had gone beyond the colony. But the society did not grudge these competitors their success. On the contrary, it welcomed them, for what had been lost in prizes had been gained in the comparison which would be drawn with their own work and from the higher standard which had been shown. Sir James Fairfax, in declaring the exhibition open, referred to the fact that the society had been in existence for four years and had held four exhibitions, each of which showed progress. It must be gratifying to see the exhibition so successful. It had been stated that photography was not a fine art, but he was of opinion that in order to produce the best, the operator must have a good idea of art. As an amateur photographer himself and one who had taken a great interest in art, it gave him much pleasure to be present and open the exhibition. Mr. Alfred Allen moved a vote of thanks to Sir James Fairfax, which was conveyed by His Honor Judge Docker. The exhibition of photos, was a very varied one, the entries being very numerous. As it was open to Inter-Colonial competitors, the following societies were represented:
Dunedin Photographic Society,
Queensland Amateur Photographic Society,
South Australian Photographic Association,
Amateur Photographic Association of Victoria,
Wellington Camera Club New Zealand,
Working Men's Photographic Club Victoria
Austral Camera Club,
Gulgong Amateur Photographic Society
Photographic Society of New South Wales
The judges were Messrs. Henry King, W. M'Leod and J. Brooks Thornley. Some very fine slides were shown and the gems of the exhibition were conceded to be "The Smithy" by Mr. J. A. Higinbotham, Dunedin (New Zealand); "What Is It?" by Mr. R. Porteous, Working Men's Photographic Club; "Study in Color" a yachting scene, by Mr. H.V. Lawes, Photographic Society of New South Wales; "Flower Study" by Mr. A. Hamilton, Dunedin (New Zealand); and "The Laundress" by Mr. F.A. Joyner, South Australia. The last-named secured the first prize for the best carbon in the show. There was very keen competition in the landscape section.
Following is the list of awards:
Class I - Landscape: J. Kauffmann (South Australia), "On the Lago Maggiori" 1; J.R. Yorke, "Jamberoo Creek" 2; J. Kauffmann (South Australia), "Sunset on the Pool" 3; J. Kauffmann (South Australia), "Fennel in Bloom" Highly Commended
Class I - Members Sub-section: James Sydney Stening, "Noonday" 1; James Sydney Stening, "E'en Shades", 2; E.T. Davis, "In the Meadow" 3.
Class II - Seascapes and Clouds: James Sydney Stening, "An Autumn Evening" 1; C.W. Middleton, "Rain Clouds" 2; A.J. Relph, Working Men's College (Victoria), "In a Flood of Silvery Moonlight" 3; J. Kauffmann (South Australia), "Sunset on the Indian Ocean" Highly Commended F.C. Wills (Queensland), "Cloud Study" Highly Commended
Class III - Yachting and Shipping: H.V. Lawes, "A Study in Color" 1; James Sydney Stening, "Our Harbor" 2; T. de C. Lewis, "Leaving Port" 3; C.J. Heron, "Archina". 4.
Class IVa. — Still Life: A. Hamilton, Dunedin (New Zealand), "Roses" 1; A.C. Gifford, Wellington, (New Zealand), "Night Flowering Cactus" 2; A. Hamilton, Dunedin (New Zealand), "Blue Gum" 3.
Class IV - Members Sub-section: B.T. Davis, "Marman Cochet" 1; L. Roever, "Flora" 2; J.M. Jago, Flower Study 3.
Class IVb. — Animals: L.B. Blackwell. "Bijou" 1; A.C. Gifford, Wellington (New Zealand), "A Local Branch of the Anti-Bot Fly Association" 2; J.M. Jago, "Milking Time" 3.
Class V. - Genre: R. Porteous, Working Men's College (Victoria), "What is It?" 1; J.A. Higinbotham, Wellington (New Zealand), "The Smithy" 2 and, highly commended; F.A. Joyner (South Australia), "The Laundress" 3;
Class V. - Members Sub-section: L. Roever, "My Pussy" 1; H.E. Finckh, "Child Study" 2; L. Roever, "Under the Apple Tree" 3.
Class VI.— Architecture: Thos. Marsh, "Interior of St. Andrew's" 1; L.B. Blackwell, "Hursley Church" 2; Thos Marsh, "Interior of Town Hall" 3.
Class VII - Hand Camera: R.E. Fletcher, Dunedin (New Zealand), "Set Snapshots" 1; T. de C. Lewis, "A Day's Outing" 2; A.W. Pigott (Queensland), "Set Snapshots" 3;
Class VII - Members Sub-section: T. de C. Lewis, "A Days Outing" 1; J.M. Jago, "Snapshots" 2; T. Marsh. "Snapshots" 3.
Class IX. — Transparancies: C.B. Goslett (Victoria), "Flower Study" 1; J.M. Jago, "Near Burragorang" 2; L. Roever, "Circular Quay" 3;
Class X. - Stereoscopic: Thos Marsh, "Stereograms" 1; W. Williams, Dunedin (New Zealand), "Stereograms" 2; His Honor Judge Docker, "Stereograms" 3;
Class XI. — Best Bichromatic Print in the Exhibition: F.A. Joyner, South Australian Photographic Society, "The Laundres";
Class XII - Illustrative of Happiness: J.M. Jago, "Happiness" 1; L. Roever, "Children's Happy Days" 2: H.E. Finckh, "You Can't Catch Me", 3;
Lantern slides and best collection of members work are still to be judged.
Tuesday 7th November 1899
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The usual fortnightly meeting of the Gulgong Amateur Photographic Association was held on Thursday evening last at the Association room, when there was a good attendance of members. It was decided to procure a set of dishes of all sizes for the room, for the general use of members of the Association, the matter being left in the hands of the President and Hon.Secretary. A hearty vote of thanks was passed to Mr. J. Fletcher for the loan of forms for the room. Mr. Lambert promised to procure a suitable lamp for the room. The subject for the night, the mixing of developers and a demonstration on developing, was postponed owing to the absence of the demonstrator, Mr. E. Garling. In lieu of this there was a general discussion of photography. The Rev. F.E. Haviland made a few remarks about the "Nicknacks of Photography", which subject he promised to treat in a fuller manner at a future meeting. Mr. Lambert gave his experiences with the simplex papers and Mr. Florance re platinum toning. Subscriptions for the month were paid. The next meeting will be on Thursday 16th November, the subject being "Treatment of Velox" paper by Mr. A.P. Lambert. The tour is to be on the 9th November, the members to meet at the rectory at 9.30am.
Friday 24th November 1899
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The usual meeting of the Gulgong Amateur Photographic Association was held at the Association room at 8pm, on the 16th November. There was a good attendance of members. Owing to the absence of the president, Mr. J. Fletcher was chairman for the evening. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and confirmed. Mr. A.P. Lambert reported having procured a lamp for the room. The Hon.Secretary reported that the material for making the dishes had been purchased and also that a most enjoyable tour had taken place on the 9th November, in conjunction with the Young Men's Friendly Society and that some very fair, pictures were taken. The subjects for the evening were then dealt with. Mr. Lambert gave a successful demonstration of "Velox" printing and developing. He treated the following subjects: Group of "Floral March" girls, group of Mr. H. Cross children and views of Cudgegong River. As he swiftly and skillfully brought each picture to perfection, warm applause greeted him on every side. All agreed that "Velox" is a splendid evening pastime. Mr. E. Garling then gave an interesting demonstration of "Dry Development". The subject, a group of cattle, was treated in an able manner and should prove an object lesson to the members of the Association. A hearty vote of thanks to the demonstrators brought the meeting to an end.
Tuesday 6th February 1900
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After a recess of two months, owing to the absence from the district of most of its members, the Gulgong Amateur Photographic Association met at the room on the 1st February. There was a good attendance of members, the President (Rev. F.E. Haviland) being in the chair. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and confirmed. The Association decided to meet monthly in future, the first Thursday in each month, instead of fortnightly, the next regular meeting being 1st March. The treasurer reporting a substantial credit on the funds of the Society, it was also decided to reduce the fees to 1 shilling per quarter. An interesting discussion then took place, members reporting experiments made by them during the last two months. The president submitted some splendid specimens of work done on Fuller's Bromiyta paper. Mr. Lambert also showed some excellent pictures taken with a "Premo", proving beyond doubt the excellence of these cameras. To finish a most pleasant and instructive evening, the Hon.Secretary gave a successful demonstration of development with "kachin", one of the latest developers. Its methods are sure, rapid and clean. The subject for next meeting is the consideration of holding an exhibition in connection with the Association. A full attendance of members is specially requested.
Friday 9th March 1900
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The usual monthly meeting of the Gulgong Amateur Photographic Association was held at the association room, on Thursday, 1st March. There was a fair attendance of members, the President (Rev. F.E. Haviland), being in the chair. The minutes of the last regular meeting and also of a special meeting held on the 8th February, were read and confirmed. The Hon.Secretary read a large amount of correspondence, among which may be noticed a letter from His Honor Judge Docker (President of the Photographic Society of New South Wales), agreeing to become the Patron of the association and congratulating Gulgong on having such a live association. It was decided to hold a local exhibition in Gulgong on 11th July 1900, open to all amateur photographers in Australasia. Entry forms and schedules may be obtained from the Hon.Secretary. It was decided that no charge be made for entry and that all prizes take the form of trophies. Valuable trophies have been offered and accepted from Messrs. Baker and Rouse, Sydney; Harrington and Co., Limited, Sydney; Mr. Craft, "Gulgong Advertiser"; Mr. E. Garling, Gulgong. The association also decided to institute a special prize fund of 1s per month from members towards procuring trophies. The offer of Messrs Harrington and Co. to supply gratis the schedule forms was accepted with thanks. After discussing various other items in connection with the exhibition, the Rev. F.E. Haviland gave a scientific demonstration of photo-micrography. This being an art of itself was specially interesting and instructive and the demonstrator received a warm vote of thanks. The next regular meeting will be Thursday 5th April.
JUDGE ERNEST BROUGHAM DOCKER
Friday 16th March 1900
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The Gulgong Amateur Photographic Association is in a very flourishing condition. The executive intend to keep it purely amateur.
Friday 13th April 1900
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GULGONG AMATEUR PHOTOGRAPHIC ASSOCIATION The amateur photographers of Gulgong are a most enthusiastic body. Their association is a real one, with His Honor Judge Docker as patron. In July next an exhibition is to be held. The Rev. F.E. Haviland is a most enthusiastic photographer. The "Guardian" wishes the association all sorts of good luck.
Friday 27th April 1900
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The usual monthly meeting of the Gulgong Amateur Photographic Association was held at the Rectory in lieu of the Association Room. The following were present: Rev. F.E. Haviland, chairman, Misses Snelson (2), I. De Boos, Messrs A.E. Morris, E. Garling, J. Fletcher, A.P. Lambert and J. Florance. The minutes of the last meeting was read and confirmed. The following were admitted as members of the Association, Misses Webb (Wilbetree), Snelson (2) (Broad Oak), Hollow (Canadian) and Mr. J. O'Brien (Tallewang). It was decided to hold a social in aid of the prize fund of the Association. The Hon.Secretary reported having received communications from intending exhibitors at the forthcoming exhibition in July. The president, Rev. F.E. Haviland then gave a demonstration of X-ray photography, a mouse being the subject. The photo was very clear, all the teeth and bones being easy discernible. Mr. Haviland also gave an interesting display of colored electricity with the "Geissler tubes". The meeting closed with a hearty vote of thanks to the Rev. gentleman.
Friday 27th April 1900
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The Gulgong Amateur Photographic Association will hold its annual exhibition on 11th July, open to all amateur photographers
Friday 11th May 1900
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The annual exhibition of the Gulgong Amateur Photographic Association will be held on the 11th July and is certain to be very attractive. Competitions are in 12 classes and are open to amateur photographers throughout the colonies. Entries close on Saturday June 30th and all exhibits must be sent not later than the 7th July, to the Rev. F.E. Haviland, the Rectory, Gulgong.
Friday 11th May 1900
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The usual meeting of the Gulgong Amateur Photographic Association was held at the association room on Thursday 3rd May. Present: Revs. F.E. Haviland and Caswell, Miss Gale, Messrs A. Morris, W. Brown, F. Heard, J. Souter, Field, H. Cross and A.J. Florance. The meetings of the previous meeting was read and confirmed. On the motion of Mr. A. Morris a vote ot thanks was given to Messrs Harrington and Co., Sydney, for their present of schedules. Rev. F. Haviland gave a notice of motion for next meeting, that the word "awards" in connection with the Gulgong Amateur's competitors be altered to "certificate". The Hon.Secretary reported having forwarded schedule forms to all the photographic societies in Australasia. The association decided to, meet once a fortnight as before, the monthly meetings being too distant from each other. The following were admitted as members of the association: Mr. F. Heard, as an Hon. member and Mr. Saunders as an amateur member. The Hon.Secretary was instructed to write to the Editor of the "Australian Photographic journal" asking for certain information in connection with the exhibition. An account of 10s from the Hon.Secretary for stationery and stamps were passed for payment. Subscriptions for the quarter were paid, after which Mr. A.J. Florance gave a demonstration of developing a negative. The next meeting will be Thursday 17th May, subject, lecture on the art of retouching, by the president in the association room.
Friday 6th July 1900
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The Gulgong Amateur Photographic Association will hold its first exhibition on Wednesday, 11th July. A capital lot of entries has been received and in the evening there will be a variety entertainment.
Friday 6th July 1900
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A special meeting of the Gulgong Amateur Photographic Association was held at the Association room, Gulgong, on Monday last, when final arrangements for the first exhibition of photography were made. The stewards and judges were appointed and it was also decided to ask the Mayor to open the exhibition, which will take place at 3pm on Wednesday 11th July and remain open during the evening. A variety entertainment will also be held in the same hall, the program of which is an attractive one, the first part consisting of songs and musical selections, the second part of the lantern slides exhibited, which will be projected by means of the acetylene light. The charges of admission were fixed at 6d during the afternoon till 6pm and 1s from 7pm to 12pm. The variety entertainment will commence at 8.30pm. The Hon.Secretary announces that that there were 94 exhibits in the competitive section and a good number in the non-competitive. The exhibits are from various parts of the Australian colonies.
Friday 20th July 1900
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ANNUAL EXHIBITION
The first annual exhibition in connection with the above, took place in the Town Hall on Wednesday, 11th July 1900. It was a grand success, entries having been sent from all parts of Australia. The exhibition was opened by the Mayor, Mr. Rouse, at 3pm, in the presence of a large gathering. In a neat speech Mr. Rouse congratulated the Association on the good work done by it since its inauguration 12 months ago and trusted that the art would receive a further impetus in this district. Besides the competitive exhibits the hall was decorated with framed pictures lent by Mr. C.R. Young, Mr. Hutcheson, Mr. Garling, oil paintings by Miss Dunbar Langbridge and a large section of non-competitive exhibits from Messrs. Hutcheson, A.E. Morris, A. Hardwick, A.J. Florance, Rev. F. E. Haviland and His Honor Judge Docker. The latter were worthy of a visit in themselves, for His Honor, who is the patron of the society, had sent a beautiful collection of framed photos, lantern slides and stereographs. The stereos, 84 in number, comprised views from all parts of the colony and were greatly admired. The judge makes a special study of this branch of photography and is recognized as the leading amateur of Australasia. Among the prize winners Mr. A.P. Lambert is of special note. Out of 12 entries he secured 8 first prizes, a high honor among so many competitors. Rev. F.E. Haviland, E.L. Garling and W. Brown also did good work. The judging was in the hands of Messrs. Kenniwell and Hutcheson, who gave every satisfaction. In the evening a promenade concert was held. The following assisted: Misses McCreadie, I. De Boos, E. De Boos, Messrs. Storey, Kennedy, C.R. Young jun., the Town Orchestra and lantern views, those exhibited in the Exhibition. Rev. F.E. Haviland, on behalf of the Association, thanked all who had so kindly assisted. Appended is the list of prize winners:
Class A: PHOTOS NOT RETOUCHED: 1st prize, "Meditation", A.P. Lambert; 2nd prize, "Old Lady", B.F. Cox; certificate of merit, A.P. Lambert.
Class B: LANDSCAPES AND RIVER SCENES: 1st prize, H.B. McKie; 2nd prize, W.J. Brown; certificate of merit, W.J. Brown.
Class C: LANDSCAPES AND CLOUDS: 1st prize, J. McPhee; 2nd prize, Miss B.E. Maher.
Class E: STUDIES IN STILL LIFE, INCLUDING ANIMALS: 1st prize, "Spaniel's", R. Dobson; 2nd prize, E.L. Garling; certificate of merit, E.L. Garling.
Glass F: GENRE: 1st prize, A.P. Lambert; 2nd prize, A.E.H. Garling; certificate of merit, A.P. Lambert.
Class G: HAND CAMERA PRINTS: 1st prize, E.L. Garling; 2nd prize, D. McDonald; certificate of merit, E.L. Garling.
Class K: STEREOGRAPHS: 1st prize, Rev. F.E. Haviland; certificate of merit, Rev. F.E. Haviland.
Class L: BROMIDE ENLARGEMENT: 1st prize, D. McDonald.
Class I: TRANSPARENCY: 1st prize, A.P. Lambert; 2nd prize, G.H. Halloran; certificate of merit, A.P. Lambert.
Class M: DIFFICULTIES: 1st prize, Miss M.E. Maher; 2nd prize, Miss B.V. Maher; certificate of merit, E.L. Garling.
Class H: LANTERN SLIDES: 1st prize, A.P. Lambert; 2nd prize, Rev. F.E. Haviland; certificate of merit, A.P. Lambert.
Friday 27th July 1900
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The annual meeting of the Gulgong Amateur Photographic Association was held at the Association Room on 19th July. Present: Rev. F.E. Haviland, Messrs. F. Scott, A.P. Lambert, H. Cross, A.E. Morris, E.L. Garling, W.J. Brown, A.J. Florance. The accounts in connection with the exhibition were passed for payment. Mr. E.L. Garling proposed and Mr. A.J. Florance seconded, that the prizes be paid in cash and that the former motion be rescinded. Carried. An offer from the "Western Post", for the printing of Certificates of Merit was accepted and Rev. F.E. Haviland was appointed to see after same. A vote of thanks was passed to Judge Docker, Harrington and Co., Baker and Rouse and all who contributed trophies and the Hon.Secretary was instructed to convey such thanks to them. The Association also decided that the reports of each meeting are to be sent to "Mudgee Guardian", "Western Post" and "Gulgong Advertiser". The following were admitted to the Association: Miss A. Garling as an amateur and Miss J. Young as an hon. member. It was decided on the motion of Mr. A.P. Lambert, seconded by Mr. A.E. Morris, that the Association have quarterly competitions, open to amateur members only, the order for the ensuing year being as follows:
Quarter ending 30th September, 1900 — Lantern slides and bromide enlargements;
Quarter ending 31st December, 1900 — Architecture and Clouds;
Quarter ending 31st March, 1901 — Landscapes and Hand-camera sets;
Quarter ending 30th June, 1901 — Stereographs and Groups.
The following were re-elected as officers for the year: Patron, His Honor Judge Docker; president, Rev. F.E. Haviland; Hon.Treasurer, A.E. Morris; Hon.Secretary, A.J. Florance; committee, Messrs. W.J. Brown, A.P. Lambert, C.R. Young, jun., after which the meeting closed. The next meeting will be Thursday 2nd August.
21st August 1900
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GULGONG AMATEUR PHOTOGRAPHIC ASSOCIATION
NEW SOUTH WALES
THE FIRST EXHIBITION
The first exhibition of the recently formed Gulgong Amateur Photographic Association, held on Wednesday of last week, was successful beyond the rosiest anticipations of any of the promoters, and from an artistic point of view did credit to the exhibitors, serving as an admirable illustration of the great stride made in photography of recent years, and of what an elevating pastime the use of the camera is. The opening ceremony was performed by his Worship the Mayor of Gulgong (Ald. R. Rouse) who expressed surprise at the merit of the exhibits, congratulated the Association on the success of its initial display, and hoped to see it long continue prosperously. Much of the attractiveness of the exhibition centered in the non competitive displays, the chief of which was made by his Honor Judge Docker, who is patron of the club, and showed many admirable photographs, stereographs, and lantern slides, which included numerous scenes from the Warrumbungles. The stereoscopic views were a great center of attraction, and people seemed to become transfixed with enchantment around the table on which the glasses and views were placed.
Miss Dunbar Langbridge also added much to the interest of affairs by showing a very nice collection of oil paintings of her own execution which were greatly admired.
For competition there were two sections: one for all comers and the other for members of the Gulgong Amateur Photographic Association only. In many classes the competition was indeed keen, and the exhibits of great merit, so that the judges, Mr. W. Hutchinson, of the Gulgong Studio, and Mr. G.W. Kenniwell, of the Alpha Studio, Mudgee, had no simple task in the allotment of awards. Their decisions however, seem to have given general satisfaction both among exhibitors and spectators. There are one or two matters which the Association might give attention to in the drawing up of the schedule for next exhibition, one being the provision of separate classes for silver and platinotype prints, and the other in the class for studies in still life, where a division should be made for pictures including and excluding animal life. Considering that this was the Association’s first exhibition, they are, indeed, to be congratulated upon having presented a schedule in which so little room for amendment suggests itself. Appended we have pleasure in furnishing a complete list of the awards:
SECTION I — All Comers.
Portraits — A.P. Lambert (Gulgong) l, Miss B.F. Cox (Menah) 2, E.L. Garling (Springfield) H.C.
Landscapes and River Scenes — H.B. McKie (Glen Innes) 1, W.J. Brown (Gulgong) 2.
Studies in Still Life — R. Dobson (Victoria) 1, E.L. Garling 2.
Genre — A.P. Lambert 1, A.E.H. Garling (Tooraweenah) 2, E.L. Garling H.C.
Set of Four Hand Camera Prints — E.L Garling 1, D. McDonald 2.
Set of Four Lantern Slides — A.P. Lambert 1, Rev. F.E. Haviland (Gulgong) 2.
Transparency — A.P. Lambert 1, G.H. Halloran (Victoria) 2.
Set of Four Stereoscope Views — Rev. F.E. Haviland 1.
Bromide Enlargement — D. McDonald 1.
Subject Illustrative of Difficulties - Miss M.E. Maher (Collaroy) 1, Miss B.V. Maher (Collaroy) 2.
Seascape and Clouds — J. McPhee (Mudgee) 1, Miss B.V. Maher 2.
SECTION ll — Association Members.
Portraits — A.P. Lambert 1, E.L. Garling H.C.
Landscapes and River Scenes - W.J. Brown 1.
Studies in Still Life — E.L. Garling 1.
Genre — A.P. Lambert 1, E.L. Garling H.C.
Set of Four Hand Camera Pictures - E.L. Garling 1.
Set of Four Lantern Slides — A.P. Lambert 1.
Transparency — A.P. Lambert 1.
Set of Four Stereographs — Rev. F.E. Haviland 1.
Subject Illustrative of Difficulties — E.L. Garling.
Thursday 23rd August 1900
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The usual meeting of the Gulgong Amateur Photographic Association was held at the association room, Herbert-street, on 16th August. Present: Rev. F.E. Haviland, in the chair; Messrs. C.R. Young, A.P. Lambert, J. Fletcher, A.E. Morris, W. Scott and A.J. Florance. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and confirmed. The Hon.Secretary read the correspondence, which was received. The following were admitted to the Association: Misses M.E. and B.P. Maher as amateur members and Dr. McCreadie as an Hon.Member. A discussion then took place re lantern-slide making, Mr. Lambert relating his experience with "Glycin" as a developer. He also showed some fine slides, the result of work done since last meeting. The quarterly competitions are having a good effect on the association, the members entering with spirit into it, thus mutually improving one another. Rev. F.E. Haviland gave a practical demonstration of making a lantern slide, explaining the process so simply and thoroughly that several decided to take up that branch of photography. The meeting closed with a vote of thanks to the Rev. gentleman and also to Mr. C.R. Young jun., for so kindly lending his room to the association. The next regular meeting will be Thursday, 30th August, the subject being a demonstration in lantern slide making by Mr. A.P. Lambert.
Monday 3rd September 1900
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The usual meeting of the Gulgong Amateur Photographic Association was held at the Association room, Herbert-street, on Thursday 30th August. Mr. Scott was chairman, in the absence of the president. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and confirmed. The Hon.Secretary read a letter from Mr. Coulson. Hon.Secretary of the Camera Club, Ballarat, Victoria, suggesting an exchange of prints, for criticism and exhibition. The matter was allowed to stand over until next meeting. The following were admitted to the association: Misses Young, V. Young and K. McDonough as Hon.Members. Mr. A.P. Lambert read an interesting demonstration on lantern slide making, first using hydroquinone and second, ortol. The hydroquinone gave the best results The meeting closed with a vote of thanks to Mr. Lambert.
Thursday 20th September 1900
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The usual meeting of the Gulgong Amateur Photographic Association was held at the Association Room, Herbert-street, on Thursday, 13th September, the Rev. F.E. Haviland in the chair. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and confirmed. The correspondence was read and received. On the motion of Mr. C.R. Young jun. and seconded by Mr. F. Scott, it was decided to join in with the Ballarat Camera Club, Victoria, re the matter of exchanging prints, for criticism and exhibition. The subject of the quarterly competition, lantern slides, was then dealt with. The following was decided on: The competition to take place in the Prince of Wales Theatre on Monday, 8th October, the slides to be shown with the aid of acetylene gas. The Association decided to ask the following gentlemen to act as judges: Messrs. Hutchison and A.H. Hardwick to judge photographically and Messrs. R. Rouse, C. Harris and the Rev. Mr. Doig to judge pictorially. All members to be admitted free on producing card of membership, non-members sixpence admission. All entry forms to be in the hands of the Hon.Secretary by the 30th September. An advertisement is to be put in the local paper a few days before competition. The arranging of a musical program was left in the capable hands of Mr. C.R. Young jun. As most of the slides will be of local scenes, the competition ought to prove very interesting. The next meeting will be Thursday 27th September.
Thursday 11th October 1900
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The quarterly competition in connection with the Gulgong Amateur Photographic Association took place in the Prince of Wales Theatre on Monday 8th October, in the presence of a large gathering. The subject was lantern slides. The proceeding were opened by a selection by the Gulgong orchestra, which also played at various intervals during the evening. In his opening remarks, the president (Rev. F.E. Haviland) explained the object of the competition and thanked the public for the generous support given by them to the association. The first section shown were the competitive slides, which were followed by a large number of non-competitive. Keen interest was taken in each picture as it was thrown upon the screen, the various ones of favor getting hearty applause. A part of the non competitive section, "People We Meet in Gulgong", created great surprise and amusement. The judging was in the hands of Messrs. C. Harris, Voss and Dr. Bennett, who judged pictorially and Mr. Hardwick, of Mudgee, who judged photographically. These gentlemen fulfilled their onerous duties to the complete satisfaction of all.
Following are the results: Marks Gained.
Mr. A.P. Lambert — Set 1, photographically (10 max.), 9.25; pictorially (40 max.), 30.6; percentage, 79.7.
Mr. A.P. Lambert — Set 2, photographically (10 max.), 8; pictorially (40 max.), 25.6; percentage 67.2.
Mr. A.P. Lambert — Set 3, photographically (10 max.), 8; pictorially (40 max.), 28.3; percentage, 72.6.
Rev. F.E. Haviland — Set 4, photographically (10 max.), 8.25; pictorially (40 max.), 24.3: percentage, 65.1.
Mr. A.J. Florance — Set 5, photographically (10 max.), 8; pictorially (40 max.), 21; percentage, 58.0.
Mr. F.W. Scott — Set 6, photographically (10 max.), 6.5; pictorially (40 max.), 13; percentage, 39.0.
Mr. Lambert thus secured first place and is to be congratulated, for the competition was very keen.
Saturday 27th October 1900
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The Gulgong Amateur Photographic Association will give a lantern entertainment at which over 100 views of local scenery will be shown in competition.
Thursday 1st November 1900
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The annual fortnightly meeting of the Gulgong Amateur Photographic Association was last Thursday night, at Mr. Chris Young's, jun., rooms, Rev. F.E. Haviland (president) in the chair. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and confirmed. Accounts to Mr. E. Garling for goods from Harrington and Co £2 5s 11d and 11s to Mr. Florance, Hon.Secretary, were passed for payment. Two new members were proposed, Mr. C.E. Hilton and Mr. P. Brophy, school master, Beryl. The former member will be a decided acquisition to the society, being well up in photography. The president, who acted as judge in connection with the amateur photography section at the Exhibition in Mudgee last week, announced the results. Gratification was expressed at the local members success, Mr. Lambert and Mr. Brown being the only two competing, the former being very successful. It was decided to exchange prints with the Ballarat Camera Club, same to be handed into Hon.Secretary by Wednesday next. The most serious business of the meeting was Mr. Florance's resignation as Hon.Secretary, who has filled the position ever since the initiation of the club with credit to himself and the society. The chairman asked him to reconsider his decision. Mr. Florance stated that he had weighed the matter well and the above is final. However, he would do his utmost to further the interests of the society as an ordinary member. The chairman moved that a vote of thanks be accorded to the retiring Hon.Secretary, the same to be recorded in the minute book. Carried unanimously. Mr. W.J. Brown was then elected to the position. Mr. Edgar Garling decided to give a demonstration developing kalyte paper, at next meeting this gentleman also caused much merriment amongst members present with some pictures taken by him lately during a picnic party.
Thursday 15th November 1900
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Some of the members of the Gulgong Amateur Photographic Association are turning out champion artists and are competent to be classed above many professionals we have encountered.
Thursday 29th November 1900
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The usual meeting of the Gulgong Amateur Photographic Association was held on Thursday evening, 22nd November, when the following members were present Rev. F.E. Haviland, president (chair) and Messrs. Lambert, Scott, Florance, Morris, Hilton, Fletcher, Garling and Hon.Secretary. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and confirmed. The Hon.Secretary then read a petition which the president received from the editor of the Australian Photographic Journal, Sydney, in connection with the federal celebrations. After being fully discussed it was agreed that the president sign same and return to Mr. Hill Griffiths. Mr. Lambert's motion re honorary members was the next item of interest. The question was thoroughly debated and all unanimously agreed that the rule relating to honorary members be rescinded. After a discussion the meeting decided to vote Mr. Cross, storekeeper to the Gulgong Amateur Photographic Association, the sum of £3 as a reserve, which will enable him to keep up the Society's stock, any extra charges or freight connected therewith to be paid by the treasurer. The Rev. Haviland then proceeded with his demonstration on "Re-touching". This gentleman went through everything carefully, explaining each item in this particular branch. It was undoubtedly the most interesting demonstration yet given. A hearty vote of thanks by acclamation was accorded Mr. Haviland. Mr. Lambert will give a demonstration at next meeting on "Intensifying".
Thursday 13th December 1900
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The fortnightly meeting of the Gulgong Amateur Photographic Society was held on Thursday 6th December, at Mr. Chris. Young's rooms. In the absence of the president, Mr. Morris was elected chairman. The following members were present: Messrs. Lambert, Scott, Young, Florance and the Hon.Secretary. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and confirmed. There was no correspondence or business for the meeting. Mr. Lambert proceeded with his demonstration, "Intensification of of a Negative", which was ably demonstrated and fully explained. All questions were satisfactorily answered. The meeting then closed with a vote of thanks to Mr. Lambert.
Thursday 7th February 1901
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The usual fortnightly meeting of the Gulgong Amateur Photographic Society was held at the club's old room on Thursday night last. Mr. Chris. Young having disposed of his business it was necessary for the society to revert to the old quarters. The following members were present: Mr. Lambert (in the chair). Messrs. Scott, Morris, Hilton, Cross and the Hon.Secretary. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and confirmed. A vote of thanks was unanimously accorded Mr. Young for the use of the room for the last six months. A letter and parcel of photos for criticism from the Ballarat Camera Club was received. This club's criticism on the local member's work, which was sent over a little while back, was very satisfactory. There were no entries for last quarter's competition, so it was agreed by the meeting to amalgamate that quarter with the present one, which will now consist, of architecture, clouds, landscape and camera sets. The meeting then terminated. The hot weather is very disastrous on photography locally.
Thursday 7th February 1901
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Considering the number of amateur photographers that there are in Mudgee it is a matter of wonder that no effort has been made to form an association on a line similar to that which exists in Gulgong. The Gulgong Amateur Photographic Society has made remarkable headway in the neighboring town, besides proving a most profitable means of recreation for a large number of people, whose hobby this branch of the art has become.
Thursday 21st February 1901
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The usual fortnightly meeting of the Gulgong Amateur Photographic Society was held on Thursday evening last at Mr. Cross room, the president being in the chair. Present: Messrs. Hilton, Scott, Florance, Lambert, Garling, Cross and the Hon.Secretary. The minutes of last meeting were read and confirmed. The photographic classes to be included in the Gulgong Agricultural Society's schedule, which eventuates next month, were brought forward for discussion and resulted as follows: Class landscape and portraiture (not re-touched), 1 to 14 pictures, will be treated as one entry and hand camera, set 4 prints, the Hon.Secretary to notify the Hon.Secretary of the Show accordingly. By this means a good display can be looked forward to. Mr. Craft, of the Advertiser, generously donated half-a-guinea for portraiture (not re-touched) by an amateur; Mr. Bowman, of Wargundy, £3 3s, for best amateur picture of the Show, to be taken on the ground, first prize £2 2s, second £1 1s. These gentlemen have the sincerest wishes of the Society for their encouragement. Mr. Garling showed some pictures taken in Sydney lately and was very unfortunate in having 11 out of 12 negatives of the Commonwealth Celebrations smashed by a window falling on them. Ballarat Camera Club's work was then put forward for criticism, which was entered into with spirit. The meeting then terminated.
Thursday 2nd May 1901
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The usual fortnightly meeting of the Gulgong Amateur Photographic Association was held at the Society's rooms on Thursday evening last, a fair attendance being present. Rev. Haviland, president, occupied the chair. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and confirmed. The Hon.Secretary's quarterly accounts were passed for payment. The annual photographic exhibition was discussed and fixed for September, the date to be decided next meeting. Rev. F.E. Haviland was appointed to judge the pictures for Mr. Bowman's prize, the best picture taken on the ground of the late Gulgong show. Messrs. Lambert and Garling being the only two competitors, the pictures are now in Mr. Hilton's hands. It was decided by Mr. Lambert to give a demonstration at next meeting, similar to one recently given in Tasmania and proved to be most interesting, six exposures, one subject and develop, with six different develops to show which gives the best result. This terminated the meeting.
Thursday 23rd May 1901
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The usual fortnightly meeting of the Gulgong Amateur Photographic Association was held at the Association room on Thursday night. Rev. F.E. Haviland, president, occupied the chair. The following members were present: Messrs. Muller, Morris, Scott, Lambert and the Hon.Secretary. The Hon.Secretary was instructed to make up the requirements of the members and forward order to Messrs. Baker and Rouse. The annual exhibition was discussed and the date fixed for Wednesday 18th September 1901, there being a good moon. A schedule was drawn up with rules and is sure to meet with approval. A fee of 6d will be charged in all competitive sections. It is the Society's intention to secure a Sydney man to judge. The Hon.Secretary was instructed to communicate with Messrs. Baker and Rouse, of Sydney, with a view of getting that firm to undertake the printing of schedules free of charge, they using the covers for advertising. Messrs. Harrington did likewise last year. The matter will be dealt with at the next meeting, at which Mr. Lambert consented to give a demonstration of velox, which will prove interesting and instructive to members who are taking this work up. This concluded the business and the meeting terminated.
22nd June 1901
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The fortnightly meeting of the Gulgong Amateur Photographic Association was held at the Association Rooms on Thursday 16th May; the President, Rev. F.E. Haviland, in the chair. A good attendance of members were present. Minutes of the previous meeting were read and confirmed. The date for holding this year’s Exhibition was thoroughly discussed; Wednesday, 18th September 1901, being decided on, there being a good moon for this date. The schedule was then drawn up, and the Hon.Secretary instructed to communicate with Messrs. Baker & Rouse, of Sydney, with a view of having the printing done free, the firm having the contract for advertising. At our next fortnightly meeting, Mr. Lambert consented to give a demonstration on the development of “Velox”, which should be very interesting and instructive to the members taking up this work. The Hon.Secretary was also asked to ascertain from the members their requirements, complete the order, and forward on the six negatives recently taken by Mr. Lambert - one exposure, one subject, and developed with six different developers — will be debated on at next meeting as to the best results obtained. The meeting then terminated.
Thursday 18th July 1901
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Mr. W.J. Brown, Hon.Secretary of the Gulgong Amateur Photographic Association forwards us a schedule for the annual exhibition to be held on the 18th September next. The classes are open to all amateur photographers, but in each class there will be a special award to the best exhibit by a member of the Association. Photographers wishing to compete should drop a post card to the Hon.Secretary, who will then forward schedule and entry forms.
22nd July 1901
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GULGONG AMATEUR PHOTOGRAPHIC ASSOCIATION
Annual Exhibition, 18th September.
Section I: COMPETITIONS
Open to all Amateur Photographers
Class A: Portraits (not retouched).
Class B: Landscapes and River Scenes.
Class C: Seascapes.
Class D: Architecture.
Class E: Studies in Still Life (flowers and fruit).
Class F: Animals.
Class G: Genre.
Class H: Hand Camera (set of 4 prints, moving figures).
Class I: Lantern Slides (set of 4).
Class J: Bromide Enlargement.
Class K: Special Competition (subject illustrative).
Section lI: NON-COMPETITIONS
Open to all Photographers.
NOTICES:
1. First and Second Prizes will be given to each Class Competition in the above schedule.
2. Special Awards will be given to Members of the Gulgong Amateur Photographic Association for each ot the above Competitions.
3. An Entrance Fee of Sixpence for each Competitive Class, irrespective of the number of exhibits.
Competitors in and around Sydney may leave their exhibits with Messrs. Baker & Rouse, 375 George Street, Sydney (before Wednesday 11th September), where they will be properly packed and forwarded to Gulgong together. This will greatly minimise the cost for freight and the risk of being damaged. Exhibits sent direct should be addressed to Rev. F.E. Haviland, The Rectory, Gulgong, and should arrive on or before 16th September 1901.
Thursday 22nd August 1901
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The usual fortnightly meeting of the Gulgong Amateur Photographic Association was held on Friday evening, Rev. F.E. Haviland in the chair and there were present Messrs. Scott, Morris, Lambert, Muller, Cross, Fletcher and Brown (Hon.Secretary). The minutes of the previous meeting were read and confirmed and the following gentlemen were enrolled as members: Mr. H.B. McKie (Glen Innes), Mr. J. Olive (Merriwa), Mr. Smith (Cassilis) and Mr. Rowbotham (Home Rule). The Hon.Secretary read a letter from the New South Wales Tramway and Railway Camera Club, Sydney, stating they would forward their lantern slides through Baker and Rouse to the annual exhibition; the Hon.Secretary also read a letter from Mr. Phillip Caro, of the Sydney University, accepting the position of sole judge and stating he would bring his slides, which comprise the Commonwealth, the Royal visit and other interesting subjects. These, with the local slides, will be shown by the lantern at night and should be a big attraction. The society's coming exhibition promises to eclipse last year's, which was a decided success. The Hon.Secretary stated he had made application for the Town Hall piano for Wednesday 18th September, but had not received a reply for this meeting. The Hon.Secretary was instructed to obtain fifty member's badges from the Advertiser Office. Mr. Lambert was appointed acting Hon.Secretary during Mr. Brown's absence. Donations of half a guinea were given by Messrs. Morris, Scott and Garling to be competed for. The meeting then terminated.
Thursday 22nd August 1901
The Australasian Photographic Review
GULGONG AMATEUR PHOTOGRAPHIC ASSOCIATION
Every alternate Thursday at Association Room.
Mr. Crost. President, Rev. F.E. Haviland. Hon.Secretary, A.J. Florence.
22nd August 1901
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The fortnightly meeting of the Gulgong Amateur Photographic Association was held at the room on Thursday 15th August, Rev. F.E. Haviland in the chair. Members present: Messrs. Lambert, Scott, Morris, Cross, Fletcher, Muller, and Brown (Hon.Secretary). The minutes of previous meeting were read and confirmed. The following gentlemen were enrolled as members: H.B. Mackie, Glen Innes; J. Clive, Merriwa; Mr. Smith, Cassilis; Mr. Rowbotham, Home Rule. All were warmly welcomed to our rank. The Hon.Secretary read a letter from the New South Wales Railway and Tramway Camera Club, Sydney, stating they would forward their lantern slides to our exhibition next month, through Messrs. Baker and Rouse, Sydney, which was received with applause. Mr. Phillip Caro, of the Sydney University, who is to do the judging, will bring his slides, which comprise the Commonwealth, the Royal visit, and other interesting subjects. These and the local slides will be shown by the lantern at night, and should prove a big attraction. The coming photographic exhibition promises to eclipse last year’s, which was a decided success. The Hon.Secretary was instructed to obtain fifty members badges from the Advertiser Office. The Hon.Secretary stated he made application for the Town Hall and piano for Wednesday 18th September. Mr. Lambert was appointed acting-secretary during Mr. Brown’s absence. Messrs Morris, Scott, and Carling donated half a guinea each, to be competed for. Meeting then terminated.
Monday 9th September 1901
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The second annual exhibition of the Gulgong Amateur Photographic Association will be held in the Town Hall on Wednesday 18th September. A large number of entries have already been received and everything points to a most successful show. Among the non-competitive exhibits are a magnificent lot of lantern slides by Mr. Phillip Caro, of the Sydney University. These slides (which will be shown at night by the aid of a powerful lantern) include reproductions of phases of the Royal visit, Commonwealth celebrations, landscapes and seascapes, rural scenes.
Thursday 12th September 1901
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The Gulgong Amateur Photographic Association will hold the annual exhibition on Wednesday 18th September. The entries closed on 4th September and some of them came from far distant towns. It is expected that the exhibition this year will be something splendid, so it behoves every lover of the "beautiful" to pay the Town Hall a visit on Wednesday next.
Friday 20th September 1901
Page 6 - Evening News (Sydney, NSW)
THE GULGONG SHOW
GULGONG: The second show of the Gulgong Amateur Photographic Association was opened yesterday by the Mayor of Gulgong, Mr. Rouse, of Guntawang. The judge was Mr. Phillip Caro, of the University. The exhibits numbered about 200, comprising portraits, landscapes, seascapes, architecture, studies of still life, animals, general, hand camera, lantern slides and bromide enlargements. The attendance at the show was limited during the day, but about 150 lantern slides were displayed in the evening to a large attendance.
Friday 20th September 1901
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The lantern slide entertainment given in connection with the Gulgong Amateur Photographic Society's Show in the local Town Hall on the 18th September, was a splendid success. The large hall was densely filled by an admiring crowd. The pictures shown by Mr. Carloof, seascapes on the coast and off and moon light scenes on Sydney Harbor, were much admired and applauded. The colored photographic pictures shown were also admired. Altogether a most enjoyable evening was spent.
Friday 20th September 1901
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The second annual exhibition of the Gulgong Amateur Photographic Society was opened in the Town Hall yesterday, by Mr. T.H. Wilkinson, P.M. Most of the awards went to Sydney, Charters Towers, Melbourne and Cassilis. The exhibition was an artistic and financial success Mr. P. Caro, of Sydney University, was judge. At night over 200 lantern slides by amateurs were shown.
Thursday 26th September 1901
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22nd October 1901
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GULGONG AMATEUR PHOTOGRAPHIC SOCIETY
SECOND ANNUAL EXHIBITION
GRAND SUCCESS
The Second Annual Exhibition of the Gulgong Amateur Photographic Society was opened in the Town Hall, Gulgong, on Wednesday afternoon last. The attendance was very fair and those who were present seemed to take a lively interest in the display of photographs. The exhibits were very numerous and of a varied character and unless a visitor was a judge of photography he would be inclined to imagine that one photo was as good as another, so well and faithfully taken were all the pictures. The exhibits were from all parts of Australia, some from Queensland, Victoria and many towns in the State of New South Wales. Mr. Caro, of the Sydney University, was solo judge and the manner in which he acted left nothing to be cavilled at. The prizes were well distributed, but the "big guns" in Sydney carried most of the palms of victory away. This will make the Gulgong members bestir themselves to greater efforts next year and, as the president said the first prizes will stand a good chance of pulling off the blue tickets in 1902. The number of exhibits easily surpassed that of last year and the work was infinitely superior. The society is a most popular concern and it is the main institution in Gulgong, a society which is well patronized and in which the members take a lively interest. The Rev. F.E. Haviland (President) is a go-ahead gentleman and makes it his business to popularize the association. At night about 200 lantern slides were shown. The vast audience were highly delighted with the views, some of which were of the highest character. The local scenes, especially those taken on polling day were exceptionally clever and caused much merriment. Mr. T.H. Wilkinson, P.M., opened the show and the Rev. F.E. Haviland, after making a very appropriate address, read out the awards which were as follows:
Class A: PORTRAITURE: H.W. Smith (Cassilis) 1, E. Davis (Queensland) 2, A.P. Lambert (Gulgong) certificate of merit; 12 entries.
Class B: LANDSCAPE: J.S. Stenning (Sydney) 1, A.J. Perier (Sydney) 2, A.P. Lambert (Gulgong) certificate of merit; 53 entries.
Class C: SEASCAPE: J. Cummings (Sydney) 1, A.J. Perier 2, J.S. Stenning, certificate of merit; 8 entries.
Class D: ARCHITECTURE: A.H. Hardwick (Mudgee) 1, H.W. Smith (Cassilis) 2; 8 entries.
Class E: STILL LIFE: E.T. Davies (Queensland) 1, E.L. Garling (Springfield) 2; 5 entries.
Class F: ANIMALS: W.T. Brown (Sydney) 1, D. McDonald (Melbourne) 2, E. Davies (Queensland) 3; 15 entries.
Class G: GENRE: A.J. Perier (Sydney) 1, A.L. Hanson (Sydney) 2, A.P. Lambert, certificate of merit; 16 entries.
Glass H: HAND CAMERA: J.C. Daly (Sydney) 1, E.L. Garling (Springfield) 2, E.L. Garling, certificate of merit; 5 entries.
Class J: BROMIDE ENLARGEMENT: W.C. Fischer (Sydney) 1, A.P. Lambert 2 ; 7 entries.
Class K: MAKING ENDS MEET: Miss Maher (Collaroy) 1, Mr. E. Garling (Springfield) 2 ; 6 entries.
In the classes where a certificate has been awarded, it is equivalent for first-class, open to members only. There was a large number of non-competitive exhibits on view, which were greatly admired. A number of colored photographs, taken by Mr. Caro, were thrown on the screen by the aid of a powerful lantern and they were works of art. Altogether over 200 items were put through the lantern, which was worked by the worthy president. The members of the Society are to be congratulated on the success of the show, which will be a wonderful concern in another year or two.
Friday 22nd November 1901
The Australasian Photographic Review
GULGONG AMATEUR PHOTOGRAPHIC ASSOCIATION
Every alternate Thursday at Association Room.
Mr. Crost. President, H.C. Cross. Hon.Secretary, A.P. Lambert.
21st November 1903
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INDUSTRIAL EXHIBITION
At Gulgong, New South Wales, last month, an industrial exhibition was held in the Town Hall. Much interest was shown in the photographic section, and considerable competition displayed over the trophies awarded by Messrs. Baker and Rouse. The following were the competitors and prize winners:
PORTRAIT NOT RETOUCHED: A.P. Lambert, 1; P.S. Carling, 2;
PORTRAIT ENLARGEMENT: P.S. Carling, 1; W. Brown, 2;
LANDSCAPE OR SEASCAPE: A.P. Lambert, 1; A.H. Hardwick, 2;
LANDSCAPE OR SEASCAPE ENLARGEMENT: A.H. Hardwick, 1;
GENRE: A.P. Lambert, 1; W. Brown, 2;
FOUR PRINTS: H.E. Perfect, 1; P.S. Carling, 2;
SNAPSHOT: A.P. Lambert, 1 and 2;
LANTERN SLIDES: A.P. Lambert, 1 and 2;
BEST PRINT ON PEARL PAPER: A.P. Lambert, 1; A.H. Hardwick, 2:
AT SUNSET
Negative by A.H. Hardwick
This Picture secured the BAKER AND ROUSE Trophy at the Gulgong Exhibition
Friday 21st June 1905
The Australasian Photographic Review
GULGONG AMATEUR PHOTOGRAPHIC ASSOCIATION
Every alternate Thursday at Association Room.
President, H.C. Cross. Hon.Secretary, A.P. Lambert.
Thursday 14th March 1907
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GULGONG AGRICULTURAL SOCIETY
Fifteenth Annual Exhibition - 1907
Photography by Amateurs.
PHOTOGRAPH (LANDSCAPE): A.P. Lambert 1 and 2
PHOTOGRAPH (PORTRAITURE): H. Daly