Carrickmacross Camera Club

24/08/2026

Dear Members

The National Nature & Wildlife Competition (NNWPC) is now open for entries from today August 24th (midday) to Sept 14th (9pm)

All information regarding the competition can be found in the Competition Handbook, which is available to download.

Link to Handbook:
https://irishphoto.ie/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/NNWPC-Handbook-2026-3.pdf

The Handbook also contains the link to the IPF Competition Management System (CMS), where entries must be submitted online. For quick access the link is here: https://ipfhost.org/main/main.php

For all other IPF updates and information, please visit the Irish Photographic Federation website: https://irishphoto.ie/

New this year: our competition will also facilitate Non-Advanced members. Full details regarding this classification and eligibility are included in the Competition Handbook above.

We look forward to seeing members' entries across the many diverse categories included in this year's competition.

The very best of luck and we hope to see you on Sept 20th for the live judging at the Westgrove Hotel in Clane. The schedule for the day's events & print drop off is included in the handbook.

20/08/2026

Join photographer Julie Corcoran for a six-week introduction to analogue photography and explore the fundamentals of shooting on film.

This hands-on course will guide you through the essentials of using a manual SLR camera—from loading your first roll of film to developing your own negatives and creating a darkroom print. Whether you're new to film photography or looking to build confidence with your camera, this course offers a practical introduction to analogue techniques.

🎞️ Participants must bring their own analogue SLR camera. One roll of 35mm film is included.

Spaces are limited. Visit the link in our bio to book your place.

20/08/2026

Congratulations to Club member Jim Carolan from Carrickmacross Camera Club who was awarded Highly Commended for this image in the IPF Nature Group Competition. Well Done! Club members who also scored very well were Jacinta McAree Murphy and Breda McGuigan. If you are interested in joining the club visit our website: https://carrickmacrosscameraclub.com/

Highly Commended - "Cone Cap Fungi - Jim Carolan Carrickmacross CC

17/08/2026

Carrickmacross Camera Club kicks off the new club year on 3rd of September at 7pm in the Workhouse. New members welcome! Visit https://carrickmacrosscameraclub.com/

16/08/2026

The Old Monaghan Society is honoured to launch the second year of the very successful Martin Connolly Memorial Digital Photographic Competition to coincide with Heritage Week 2026.

The competition, which has a Co. Monaghan Heritage theme, will run from today Saturday August 15th to Saturday September 12th.

All entries to be submitted via email to [email protected]

The Martin Connolly Perpetual Cup will be presented to the overall winner with 1st, 2nd & 3rd prizes sponsored by the Cross-Border Woodturners Group.

24/07/2026

Our annual Photo 2026 Exhibition opens on Tuesday 4th August at dlr LexIcon, Dún Laoghaire.

Featuring over 100 images from Dublin Camera Club members, the exhibition showcases a wide range of photography, from wildlife and landscapes to people, sport, architecture and documentary.

Admission is free, so if you're in the area, we'd love you to drop in.

📅 4–30 August 2026
📍 dlr LexIcon, Dún Laoghaire

22/07/2026

Drogheda Photographic Club Exhibition 2026

Drogheda Photographic Club are holding an exhibition of photographic prints at the AIB Bank Dyer Street Drogheda.

The exhibition which includes work from a significant number of members, runs from Monday 17th August to Thursday 27th August, during bank opening hours.

The official opening of the exhibition takes place Tuesday 18th August 6.30pm - 7.30pm.

Everyone is welcome to come along and view this superb collection of prints.

All at Drogheda Photographic Club wish to express their appreciation and thanks to AIB Drogheda County Louth for the use of their premises, and their fabulous cooperation with our exhibition. Drogheda Photographic Club also thank Louth County Council for their support for this event.

Come along and join in the fun. Applications for membership can be made by contacting:

[email protected]

You can also check out our details at www.droghedaphotographicclub.com

21/07/2026

The RTE Weather Competition is now in its 25th year, offering amateur photographers the opportunity to showcase and share their talent.

Entry for the summer season is now open and entries can be uploaded at rte.ie/weathercomp until midnight on Sunday 26 July.

To get your creative juices flowing, here is a photo taken by Catherine Bushe of Martello Tower, Donabate, Dublin that featured in the 2026 calendar.

RTÉ

10/07/2026

📸🌾 GRAB YOUR CAMERA & CAPTURE THE MOMENT! 🌾📸

Whether you are a seasoned photography enthusiast, a backyard hobbyist, or just someone who loves snapping brilliant moments on your phone, it’s time to show off your skills! We are thrilled to launch the Photography Section for the 2026 Castleblayney Show on Bank Holiday Monday, 3rd August.

Open to everyone—young and old, amateurs, and enthusiasts alike—we have 14 incredible classes to enter this year!

🖼️ This Year's Photography Classes:
Class 437: Best photograph at The Castleblayney Show

Class 438: Best photograph – “Working on the Farm”

Class 439: Best photograph – Reflections in the Water

Class 440: Best photograph – Sunset or Sunrise

Class 441: Funniest photograph with the wittiest caption

Class 442: Cutest baby photograph

Class 443: Best Animal Photograph

Class 444: Best Favourite Moment

Class 445: Best “Nature” photograph

Class 446: Best “Sporting Moment” photograph

Class 447: “Me and my favourite Country Star(s)” photograph

Class 448: Best Selfie

Class 449: “BeReal!” photograph – It’s time to BeReal! Best creative photograph using BeReal

Class 450: The All Ireland Photography Championship 🏆

From stunning local sunsets and farm life to funny captions and the prestigious All Ireland Photography Championship, there is a category for every single style of shutterbug!

📝 Key Details:
💶 Entry Fee: Only €2 per entry!

👥 Who Can Enter: Absolutely everyone! Young, old, beginners, and amateurs.

📅 Show Day: Bank Holiday Monday, 3rd August.

Be creative, be inspired, and be a part of the show tradition! Scroll through your camera roll or start hunting for that perfect shot today.

👇 Submit your photography entries quickly and easily online here: 👇
👉 www.castleblayneyshow.ie/show-classes 👈