November 2008

ADAPS member Peter Eaton is staging an exhibition of digital art at the Rivington Galleries from 6th - 21st December.




October 2008

ADAPS members enjoyed another photography trip - this time to Yorkshire's Fountains Abbey to take in 'Fountains Abbey by Floodlight'. The ruined Cistercian abbey, now managed by the National Trust, was bathed in floodlights, making for atmospheric photographs. The evening also included choir performances, Gregorian Chants and guided tours.




September 2008

This month saw the annual ADAPS photography exhibition taking place at Wigan's 'History Shop'. Our prints were on display 9th - 20th September.




August 2008

This month ADAPS photographers took their cameras to visit the North Wales visitor attraction, Portmeirion - famous as the location for the 1960's cult TV series 'The Prisoner'.




June 2008

ADAPS members visited Haddon Hall, a medieval manor house in Bakewell, Derbyshire, where we were allowed the rare treat of taking photographs inside the house, aswell as around the grounds.




May 2008

ADAPS members enjoyed a photography trip to Oulton Park Motor Racing Circuit, Cheshire. The race day included the chance to photograph motorcycles from 125cc to 1000cc sidecars and vintage.




April 2008

With more demand from ADAPS members looking to improve their portrait techniques, we held another studio flash session in our clubroom. Our two models were Emma and Michelle, who brought a touch of dark glamour. These portrait nights give members valuable hands-on experience of working in a studio environment and working with models.




March 2008

This month ADAPS published its first ever Yearbook. The book features a varied selection of images from members spread over 44 pages. The intention is to produce a new edition each year. Copies may be ordered from John Riley, who was responsible for putting the book together and getting it published. Thanks John!




January 2008

January again meant the ADAPS Annual Post-Christmas Meal. Around 56 members and partners enjoyed themselves at the Greyhound Hotel, Leigh. The Post-Christmas Meal has long been an ADAPS tradition and is always a popular social event.

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