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“Gear & Gadgets Galore” Fundraising Sale, May 4

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On Saturday, May 4 a huge variety of lightly-used photographic equipment will be on sale in exchange for a donation to Gabriola Photography Club.

Among the items are multiple types of:

  • tripods, monopods & heads
  • camera bags
  • cameras & lenses
  • (many!) filters, including a very large LensBaby collection
  • graphic tablets, storage drives, Epson photo printer & other peripherals
  • multiple frames including float frames
  • multiple Renaissance & other professional display albums
  • supplies for various photo products
  • a wide variety of other camera accessories

Paid-up members of Gabriola Photography Club will have the opportunity to attend a members-only portion of the sale between 10 am and noon.

For everyone else, the sale will open at noon and run to 2 pm.

It will take place at 3290 South Road, Gabriola (near Silva Bay).

Click on the “Download” button below for the complete inventory of items. Due to the volume we received from the generous donors, some of the smaller items are being bundled as collections (as noted in the item descriptions).

Gear inventory for webDownload

April 26 Photo Walkabout: Decourcy Loop (Gabriola)

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This month our Photo Walkabout will be on Gabriola Island, taking in the Decourcy Loop (approximately 2 km).

The Loop offers many interesting photo opportunities, including big trees, sandy beaches, eroded sandstone formations, views of the Salish Sea, shorebirds and possibly other wildlife – not to mention some interesting signpost decorations along the way. (See the photos below for some examples.)

We’ll start at Pilot Bay, then head up the hill, taking a right on Decourcy Drive, walking the trails to all five viewpoints – with each participant photographing whatever catches their eye.

The first viewpoint is a scenic outlook, while #2 to #4 have public access paths leading down to sandstone beaches which we’ll no doubt want to explore. Viewpoint #5 leads to another sandstone beach, this one with a view of picturesque Turtle Rock. If time permits, we’ll also visit Taylor Bay. The tide will be dropping all morning, so all of the beaches we visit should be accessible.

To join, meet at 10 am at the parking area of Gabriola Sands Provincial Park (AKA “Twin Beaches”). If you’re interested, we’ll plan on an optional 12:30 pm lunch at the Surf afterwards.

Like all our Photo Walkabouts, the event is weather dependent. Though you’re welcome to simply show up, we suggest you let us know if you plan to attend, in case of any last-minute changes.

Click on an image to enlarge it and run them in carousel format.

Sandstone shoreline in foreground with stairs leading down to beach on right and bright sky with clouds in background.
© Corinne Flaws
Closeup of eroded sandstone shore
© Laurie MacBride
View of a sandstone shoreline and reef exposed by the tide, backlit on a bright day.
© Sally Bullas
View of a sandstone beach at low tide, with stone retaining wall and log and chain property markers in foreground
© Romeo Rossi
View of a beach at low tide on a sunny day
© Romeo Rossi
Sandy beach, boulders and trees along shoreline on a bright sunny day.
© Corinne Flaws
Boulders and a sandstone shore with tidepools, with mountains of Vancouver Island in background on a sunny day
© Sally Bullas
View over an eroded sandstone shore
© Laurie MacBride

Photo Walkabout Part 2 – Thursday, March 28

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Nanaimo Dock Walk + Maffeo Sutton Park

Our Club is having another Nanaimo Waterfront/Marina Photo Walkabout on Thursday, March 28, and all are welcome!

On last month’s Walkabout we found there was too much material to photograph, so we stopped about half way along the docks – thus the need for Part 2.

The plan is to start where we left off on the docks, continuing along the seawall to Maffeo Sutton Park as far as the totem pole, then back to Port Place via Front Street. There will be an option to meet at the Pantry at Port Place afterwards (11-ish) for coffee or lunch.

The photo scope is wide open. It might include dock and boat details, rigging, reflections, springtime colours, details of the totem pole, a bit of street photography….whatever fires your imagination!

To join in the Walkabout: meet at the Gabriola ferry terminal at 8:25am, and catch the 8:45am sailing to Nanaimo as a walk-on passenger.

This will be a weather permitting event. Though you’re welcome to simply show up, we suggest you let us know if you plan to attend, in case of any last-minute changes.

Canadian Photography Conference, Kelowna – June 25 – 27, 2024

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The Canadian Association For Photographic Art (CAPA) is hosting its biennial Canadian Photography Conference this summer in Kelowna, BC. A photographic gathering open to all – CAPA members and non-members alike: anyone who shares a love for photography and passion for the photographic arts is welcome to attend.

The conference includes presentations by photography experts in plenary and other sessions, many field trip options and a gala evening. The event is also an opportunity to immerse yourself in a network of like-minded photographers, learn, share experiences, exchange ideas, and embark on a journey of inspiration to capture moments, create memories, and elevate our art to new heights.

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Gabriola Photography Club is a member of CAPA.

Photo Walkabout – Friday, February 23

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Gabriola Photography Club members and friends are planning a Nanaimo Waterfront / Marina Photo Walkabout on Friday, Feb. 23. All are welcome!

We’ll meet at the Gabriola ferry terminal at 8:20am, to catch the 8:40am sailing to Nanaimo as walk-on passengers.

We will walk around the Promenade from the Nanaimo ferry dock to the marina ramp. The goal is to walk every marina dock/pier (other than the few with gated access of course), and finish up at the Newcastle Island ferry pier.

The photo scope is wide open and whatever inspires you. We encourage photographers to look for the smaller view and try some detail photography. Some subjects might be reflections, dock cleats, colourful boat fenders, etc.

For more photo opportunities, we might consider returning to the Gabriola ferry by cutting through Maffeo Sutton Park. There will be an option to meet at the Pantry at Port Place at 11ish for coffee and lunch.

This will be a weather permitting event. Let us know if you plan to attend, so that we can keep you informed of any last-minute changes.