Inspiring Photography Talks for Camera Clubs
Inspired by the South West Coast Path: My Journey into Photography
My Journey Into Photography: Walking the South West Coast Path
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Join me for a captivating 90-minute talk that takes you on a visual tour of the stunning South West coastline, using my personal experience of walking the entire South West Coast Path as a backdrop. This presentation highlights some of Devon's most breath-taking photographic locations, with a special detour onto Dartmoor. Illustrated with my own photographs and video clips kindly provided by the South West Coast Path Association, this talk is a must-see for anyone who loves the beauty of the South West.
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While in-person talks are always preferred, the pandemic showed us that online sessions can be just as effective. As such, I continue to offer online options for those who prefer or require them.
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Talk Details
Run Time
All talks are around 90 minutes plus Q&A time. I normally schedule a break around half way through. I will aim to arrive 30 minutes before the talk to ensure any IT issues can be resolved.
Venue Requirements
My talks are presented using Microsoft PowerPoint and include sound and video. For in-person engagements, I provide my own laptop and projector (with sound) suitable for smaller venues. It helps if you can provide a screen or white wall, but I can bring one if necessary. For larger venues, I typically utilize the venue's built-in projection and audio equipment, but this usually needs some on-site IT support!
Cost & Payment
The standard price for a talk (whether in person on online) is £85 (which includes a £5 donation to the South West Coast Path Association). Return travel from Honiton is charged at 50p per mile, plus any parking fees if applicable. Payment by cheque or BACS.
Talk Schedule
2021
12/04/21 Torquay (afternoon) WI
10/06/21 Dart Valley U3A
17/06/21 Reflex Camera Club, Bristol
14/09/21 Musbury & Whitford WI
27/09/21 Taunton Camera Club
19/10/21 Honiton WI
21/10/21 Lapford Ladies
26/10/21 Newton Abbot Camera Club
03/11/21 Silverton WI
04/11/21 Bradninch WI
2022
19/01/22 Honiton U3A
10/02/22 Exmouth U3A
09/03/22 Coldridge WI
31/03/22 Kingsbridge Camera Club
17/05/22 Axe River WI
01/06/22 East Dartmoor U3A
17/06/22 UPRAWS, Upottery
20/07/22 Cullompton WI
21/09/22 Brimley WI
22/09/22 Broadclyst WI
12/10/22 Torbay Photographic Society
11/11/22 Devonshire Association (East Devon branch)
14/11/22 Exmouth WI
01/12/22 Sidmouth U3A
2023
12/01/23 West Hill Garden Club
14/02/23 Exbourne WI
09/03/23 Woodbury WI
05/04/23 East Dartmoor U3A (revisit)
01/06/23 Culm Valley U3A
2024
02/01/24 Parke WI POSTPONED
01/02/24 Sidmouth U3A
08/02/24 Awliscombe Ladies
13/02/24 COGS Axminster
7/3/24 Bovey Ladies
24/4/24 Gin & Jam WI Tiverton
5/6/24 South Petherton Photographic Society
15/10/24 Seaton WI
2025
"I've just watched Gary's Zoom talk - probably the best talk I've seen this winter. Thanks again for the wonderful talk"
"It was a very interesting talk, showing our lovely county from a different angle. We are now following Gary Holpin on Twitter as he said he posts a new photo each day!"
"Your talk was very enjoyable with exquisite photographs"
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