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A compelling and engaging slideshow featuring images from the local photography group Channel Hastings and music by local band ‘The Lucky Ones’ will be shown as part of the forthcoming ‘Facing up to Climate Change’ Conference organised by Hastings Borough Council. The conference takes place at Azur Marina Pavilion on Friday 25 September from 9.30-4pm and is open to members of the public.

The 3-minute slideshow entitled 'Splash' (A celebration of the summer in Hastings & St Leonards)  was originally shown on the big screen before the screening of ‘Mamma Mia’ at a recent open air cinema event at Alexandra Park with approximately 600 people in attendance. ‘Splash’ showcases a unique and diverse range of photographs taken in the local area during the summer months. The slideshow also features music by the popular trio ‘The Lucky Ones’ whose version of Depeche Mode’s ‘Just Can’t Get Enough’ provides the perfect musical accompaniment.

After the success of ‘Splash’ on the big screen in Alexandra Park organisers of Hastings Borough Council’s ‘Facing up to Climate Change’ Conference have decided to screen the slideshow during their conference registration and breaks. The conference itself will feature examples of how Hastings and cities across Europe are adapting to climate change and both regional and European partners will be speaking at the event.

Freelance photographer and creator of the ‘Splash’ slideshow Terry Russell said: "We couldn’t allow the summer to disappear without showcasing some of our favourite seaside shots from the summer and we’d like to thank everybody for their positive feedback and support. If local people are unable to attend the conference, they will still have the opportunity to view our slideshow on the Channel Hastings website”.

After the success of the 'Splash' slideshow the Channel Hastings photography enthusiasts are currently working on the publication of a 120-page photo book to showcase some of their most popular photographs from 2009. The photographers are planning to hold an exhibition and launch the book in November and hope it will make an ideal Christmas present for local people.

To find out more information visit www.channelhastings.com or call Terry on 07969 062 572

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Terry Russell

Email: terry[@]channelhastings.com

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A group of local photography enthusiasts recently showcased a wide range of images from their 'British Summer' Photo Challenge at The Cafe In Alexandra Park. Local people were invited to vote for their favourite image from the selection of original photographs displayed on Sunday 2 August.

The budding photographers are all members of the Channel Hastings group on the popular photo-sharing site Flickr. It currently consists of 333 members comprising both local residents and visitors to Hastings and has over 10,000 photos taken in Hastings and 1066 Country. The joint winners of the Challenge were photography enthusiasts David Nebesky (Sea Observer) and Andy Wilson. Their superb seaside images proved to be the most popular shots with local people.

Freelance photographer and organiser of the challenge Terry Russell said: "We'd like to thank everybody who came along to support us in The Cafe In The Park on Sunday. If anybody has a camera and a creative itch to scratch, then please join us for our future challenges."

After the popularity of the 'British Summer' theme the photography enthusiasts have decided to launch a 'Faces' challenge for the month of August. To participate in the latest photo challenge all budding photographers need a Yahoo account and then to sign up to Flickr. The basic membership is free and after joining Flickr they can then join the Channel Hastings group and participate in the photo challenges.

To find out more information visit the Channel Hastings website or call Terry on 07969 062 572

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT

Terry Russell

Mob: 07969 062 572

Email: terry[at]channelhastings.com

A group of local photography enthusiasts will be displaying a diverse selection of images from their 'Film Titles' Photo Challenge at a forthcoming event to be held at The Cafe In The Park. The exhibition takes place on Sunday 5 July and local people and visitors to Hastings are being invited to vote for their favourite image from the Challenge.
 
The budding photographers are all members of the Channel Hastings group on the popular photo-sharing website Flickr. It currently consists of 319 members comprising both local residents and visitors to Hastings and has approximately 10,000 photos taken in Hastings and 1066 Country.
 
The official voting will take place from 12 to 2pm and the winner of the Challenge will be announced shortly afterwards.
 
Freelance photographer and organiser of the challenge Terry Russell said: "We hope that local people and visitors to Hastings will feel inspired to visit us and cast their vote for their favourite photographs on Sunday."
 
To participate in future photo challenges all budding photographers need a Yahoo account and then to sign up to Flickr. The basic membership is free and after joining Flickr they can then join the Channel Hastings group and participate in the latest photo challenge.
 
To find out more information visit the Channel Hastings website or call Terry on 07969 062 572
 
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT
 
Terry Russell
 
Mob: 07969 062 572
 
Email: terry[at]channelhastings.com

A group of local photography enthusiasts will be displaying a diverse selection of images from their 'Street Life' Photo Challenge at a forthcoming event to be held at The Cafe In The Park. The exhibition takes place on Sunday 5 April and local people and visitors to Hastings are being invited to vote for their favourite image from the Challenge.
 
The budding photographers are all members of the Channel Hastings group on the popular photo-sharing website Flickr. It currently consists of 291 members comprising both local residents and visitors to Hastings and has 8000 photos taken in Hastings and 1066 Country.
 
The official voting will take place from 12 to 2pm and the winner of the Challenge will be announced shortly afterwards.
 
Freelance photographer and organiser of the challenge Terry Russell said: "We hope that local people and visitors to Hastings will feel inspired to visit us and cast their vote for their favourite photograph on Sunday."
 
To participate in future photo challenges all budding photographers need a Yahoo account and then to sign up to Flickr. The basic membership is free and after joining Flickr they can then join the Channel Hastings group and participate in the latest photo challenge.
 
To find out more information visit the Channel Hastings website or call Terry on 07969 062 572
 
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT
 
Terry Russell
 
Mob: 07969 062 572
 
Email: terry[at]channelhastings.com

A group of local photography enthusiasts recently showcased a wide range of images from their 'Book Titles' Photo Challenge at The Cafe In Alexandra Park. Local people were invited to vote for their favourite image from the selection of original photographs displayed on Sunday 1 February.

The budding photographers are all members of the Channel Hastings group on the popular photo-sharing site Flickr. It currently consists of 261 members comprising both local residents and visitors to Hastings and has over 6500 photos taken in Hastings and 1066 Country. The winning image, taken at Rye Harbour, was titled a 'Room with a View' and proved to be the most popular photograph with local people.

Freelance photographer and organiser of the challenge Terry Russell said: "We'd like to thank everybody who came along to support us in The Cafe In The Park on Sunday. If you missed the display at the Cafe In The Park you still have the opportunity to view your favourite images at our 'Channel Hastings Book Titles' exhibition at Hastings Library during the month of February."

After the popularity of the 'Book Titles' theme the photography enthusiasts have decided to launch a 'Seven Wonders of Hastings & 1066 Country' challenge for the month of February. To participate in the latest photo challenge all budding photographers need a Yahoo account and then to sign up to Flickr. The basic membership is free and after joining Flickr they can then join the Channel Hastings group and participate in the photo challenges.

To find out more information visit the Channel Hastings website or call Terry on 07969 062 572

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT

Terry Russell

Mob: 07969 062 572

Email: terry[at]channelhastings.com