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Our weekend at Stanton House Hotel was our 50th Anniversary and more than 50% of our members made it for all or part of the weekend.
Gareth has provided a summary of the events below and took the group picture, well done.
Hopefully members will provide Gareth with more photographs and we will write an article for the Newsletter and put a few more photographs on the website.
It was a very successful weekend in a beautiful location and an area where there is lots to see and do.
We would like to thank our conference organisers for arranging this successful 'do'.


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This week we show some of Keith Walker's Spring photographs taken with an M11-P with Summicron or Summilux standard lenses.

This weekend is our 50th anniversary celebration at Stanton Fitzwarren so we look forward to seeing as many members as possible and we will remember all of you who cannot make it. It is also our AGM.




Tulips




Rhododendron




Red Robin




Forsythia




A Bluebell Wood




Azalea




Aubrietia


A reminder, all photographs on this site are submitted with the copyright remaining with the photographer.
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This week Tony Tarlton tells us the story of a very old Leica related lens owned by the renowned Leica specialist, Malcolm Taylor. This lens that dates from the early years of the 20th Century has produced A3 size prints showing excellent detail that you can't see on a web sized version and its colour rendering is good too.
As Malcolm is a member of the Leica Society this photo will also feature in an article on their site.



The Ceiling of the Church of the Annunciation in Mdina
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This week Ken Davis, our webmaster, shows us some Spring photographs. Nothing out of ordinary but just brightening our lives with a bit of colour.



Daffodil - Panasonic GX8




A Host Of Golden Daffodils - Panasonic FX1000




Narcissus - Panasonic GX8




Camelia - Leica TL2 - 60mm Macro Elmar R




Forsythia - Panasonic GX8




New Leaves - Panasonic GX8




Spring in The Lane - Panasonic FX1000




Primula - Panasonic GX8




A Heavy Rain Shower - Panasonic FX1000




Celandine - Panasonic GX8




Flowering Currant - Panasonic FX1000




Dandelions - Panasonic GX8
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Andrew takes us skiing using an M240 and has to remember how to adjust exposure, no camera exposure meter really caters for the brightness range of snow. When you get the exposure right there is a pristine feel to the photographs.














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Keith takes us on an Autumn walk through the New Forest using his M cameras. He got the light just right and has provided us with some fine Autumn landscapes. He also gives us a brief history of what is now a National Park




















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Bernard has sent a lot of photographs taken using an M9 Monochrom and a number taken on a Leica M in colour, mainly at night.
As Bernard now has difficulty seeing clearly the webmaster has chosen a number of photographs for this article that will be one of a series of articles.























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Before memories of Christmas fade completely with the, hopefully, improving weather we thought you would like this story.
We're sure Cled didn't buy this Leica Q3 43 in the spirit of 'I've bought you this new fishing rod for Christmas, it's very special, I've wanted one for years'.



Dyffryn House & Gardens




Dyffryn House & Gardens




Dyffryn House & Gardens




St Illtud's




St Illtud's
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This week Keith Walker shows us a museum that will fascinate those of us interested in motor bikes but also tells us of the impressive individual after whom the museum is named - Sammy Miller. He was an incredibly successful rider in many trials and other competitions and is still alive at 90+ working in the museum!

Don Morley knows Sammy very well and has taken hundreds of photographs of him since the 1950s. Don has kindly sent a few photographs from his remaining stock so we can show you this accomplished racer adding to Keith's photographs of Sammy's museum. You'll find them after Keith's photographs




Supercharged and Water Cooled




Racing Bikes




Nortons Get Their Own Room




My Friend Paul Doing His Thing




First Floor




Before Electrical Assistance


Don Morley's photographs




Sammy Miller 1957 Travers Trophy Trial
Leica 111f and 50mm f1.5 Summarit




Sammy Miller & His First Bultaco Sherpa C1965
Leica M 50mm f2.8 Elmar




Sammy Miller Gilera 500cc July 2024
Leica SL
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Occasionally, we receive a shock when our Leica cameras fail to operate. Usually it is something fairly simple that can be cured by temporarily removing and replacing the battery.

But what if that expedient fails to work; what next? That is the situation that David Askham found with his oldish Leica D-Lux, but it could apply to any relatively modern digital camera.

Find out how this unwelcome experience was resolved.


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Dennis tells us about Cowes Week, the world famous yachting regatta and how to get close to the action.
Dennis gives us the history and details of the upcoming bi-centenary.














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This week Philip shows us some of his photographs taken at the Eden Project where he managed to avoid treading on any children but may have got into trouble trying to find the best viewpoint!
A photographer always has to risk it to get the best composition!



















Alan Humphries has seen the following report in the Financial Times:

Recent reporting from Bloomberg suggests that Leica Camera AG could be heading toward one of the most significant moments in its modern history.

According to the report, the iconic German camera maker is in talks over the sale of its controlling stake, with potential buyers said to include Chinese private equity firm HSG (formerly known as Sequoia Capital China) and European investment group Altor Equity Partners.

The valuation being discussed is rumored to be around $1.2 billion / £878 million / AU$1.7 billion, a figure that would mark a dramatic shift for a brand long associated with independence, heritage and careful stewardship.

The following additional report was in Digital Camera World:

Recent reporting from Bloomberg suggests that Leica Camera AG could be heading toward one of the most significant moments in its modern history.

According to the report, the iconic German camera maker is in talks over the sale of its controlling stake, with potential buyers said to include Chinese private equity firm HSG (formerly known as Sequoia Capital China) and European investment group Altor Equity Partners.

The valuation being discussed is rumored to be around $1.2 billion / £878 million / AU$1.7 billion, a figure that would mark a dramatic shift for a brand long associated with independence, heritage and careful stewardship.
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To relieve us of the effects of our extremely wet and dull weather, Gareth tells us about Cornwall and provides a quick guide to some of its features.


























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This week Mark shows us photographs taken with the Leica SL3 system and tells us of his experiences that led him to this system.
Mark's experience with different systems may be a useful guide to other members considering which systems to use.
Thanks for this Mark.



St Mary’s Church - Kirkby Lonsdale




St Mary’s Church - Kirkby Lonsdale




St Mary’s Church - Kirkby Lonsdale




Morecambe Bay




Morecambe Bay




Eric Morecambe - Memorial





Eric Morecambe - Memorial
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This week Keith takes us to Goodwood once again. For those who've never had the chance to go to this wonderful display of classic cars, bikes and aircraft then Keith's excellent photos will show you what it is like.

We'd also like to invite a new member to the Fellowship, Michael Bradley. Welcome Michael and we hope you enjoy being a member.




Auto Union & Mercedes 'Silver Arrows'




Autograph Hunters with Emmanuel Pirro




Emmanuel Pirro




Boys and Bikes from Bavaria




Goodwood Revival




Goodwood Revival




In Conversation




Maserati




When Bikers Meet




Spitfires




Winning ERA





Leica Store
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Our president reminds us of our history and upcoming 50th anniversary meeting on 24th to 27th April. If you can possibly come to the weekend we would love to see you there and catch up on everyone's news.



Our Fortieth Anniversary Weekend in 2016 at Allensford

In our For Sale page you will see a Leica Q3 and extra items that Gerald has for sale.
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The web master has hogged the news update this week with some photos taken on his walks during Christmas and New Year.



Chesterfield - Somersall - Panasonic GX7




Chesterfield - River Hipper - Panasonic GX7




The Lonely Seat - Panasonic GX7




The Last Of The Beech Leaves - Panasonic GX7




Cloud Formations - Panasonic GX7




Chasson Park - Urmston - Leica M11
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I heard a cry, calling out for some seasonal pictures for posting before Christmas. Rather than trawling through my copious files for something from the past, I decided to support our local village by featuring festively decorated Christmas trees in our old parish church. So, armed with my trusty Leica CL, I sallied forth. Click the link to find out what I discovered.
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As we have lost our esteemed member Brian Bower we felt it important to pay tribute to this fine photographer. We will remember him through his fine photography.


Werneth Low - M6 35mm



Werneth Low - M6 90mm



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Alan shows us how effective the Q is with its 28mm lens.

His relationship with the camera now means we'll see more work from it in the future.






























I have some sad news to report. I have heard from Nobby Clarke that Brian Bower has died. I have sent a suitable email to Nobby.
Brian will be remembered for the way he educated and entertained us with his photography and his books. His last presentation the the Fellowship a few years ago is a happy memory.
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