The Negative Effect

Heys.. I came across this short preview of this unknown film on the net that follows this group of Malaysian Lomographers and explores the foundation of their love for Lomography and perhaps in a broader sense, film photography or just photography. I know that some of you are very into this lomo thingy and stuff.. though I'm not exactly a huge fan about such a concept..

But if anything that makes me like this short trailer, is that even in the pursuit of technical excellence, it reminds us that we need to keep in our minds that we need to keep photography relevant to us and more importantly, fun.

Interesting blog about Singapore of yonder years

Hi guys,

This blog serves up some interesting locales and themes for future photoshoots.

http://remembersingapore.wordpress.com/

Regards,
PPC

Exhibition matters

Hello! I hope all of you have come up with your submissions for the exhibition. Don't forget, submissions close on the 10th of July!

Remember why we organise an Alumni exhibition every year, on College Day? Us seniors understand how proud your parents will be when they see your works hanging on the walls of the college grounds when they visit the school for College Day. And for seniors who have already graduated, we just love to show off some of our awesomeness, right? Do not underestimate the number of fans of the Photography Club we have out there, so, give it your best shot!

For this year's exhibition layout, we'll be moving away from the black mounting boards and will be hanging up all our entries on wooden frames. The Alumni Exco had went through a lengthy discussion and consideration before coming to this decision. We would all love to see our exhibition each better than the last, right? And we promise to deliver and exhibit your hard work in the best presentation possible. In order to ease the budget strain on the club (and on the Alumni's non-existent funds), I'm sad to say that you will be required to pay $20 per entry.

However, at the end of the exhibition period, you will be able to bring your entries home and hang them up at home!

How to pay:

Participants can choose to either pay via
1)funds transfer or
2) direct payment upon submission.

For 1) please transfer to posb savings 050-63816-2. Please revert to Xiuqi at 91117369 with your name, transaction number and time of transaction asap after payment.

For 2) xiuqi will be free to meet at Tanah Merah MRT Station on the 10th July to collect the payment. Please contact her at 91117369 to fix a time.


Submission reminders:

Submissions must be made to mjcphotog.alumni@gmail.com by July 10, 2011 under the subject title '(your name) - Objet Trouve'. Package each body of work in a ZIP file, which should contain the following:

· Photographs (maximum of three allowed)

· Text file containing: title of work, description of work, photographer, current occupation of photographer, previous class in MJC

Technical issues

I noticed people highlighting that the blog was viewable only to "invited readers" yesterday. I'm sorry that this has happened, our blog is viewable to the public and will never restrict access to any group of viewers.

As far as I am concerned, there are many people alumni, members alike that have admin access to the blog. Please refrain from playing with the core settings of the blog so things like this do not happen again.

Thanks,
Quentin

Canon Lion City Cup 2011

It has been a while ever since the previous post, and since I happen to have the time, I have decided to breathe some life back into this blog. :)

Alright, I know the Lion City Cup has came to an end roughly a week ago with CR Flamengo winning the title, but I still want to share the action captured during the first two matches of the Cup. 

This is the premiering match, featuring Newcastle United Under-15 versus Singapore Under-15 (in blue). Singapore won with a score of 4-3, putting in the winning goal within the last minute of extra time.

CR Flamengo Under-15 (in red) managed to scrape a 1-0 win against Everton United Under-15. Although CR Flamengo was undeniably more aggressive, Everton stood their ground and fended off the majority of the attacks.

It was a great honour and an awesome experience shooting for the Cup, since it was of a scale bigger than most school events. I also have some tips for anyone who might have the chance to cover such sports events:

1) Always remember to bring a tripod, or a monopod if you can get it, especially if you know that you'll be using big lenses like 70-200mm f2.8L. Otherwise towards the end, your arms will be so tired you won't even feel like shooting.

2) Bring a stool (or something to sit on comfortably), else you will find yourself struggling with an aching back after 3 hours of sitting there unsupported.

There you go, this blog seems much livelier already. Keep it going people! I shall go get ready to book in now. =S

-ChengBoon.