The Disabled Photographers' Society
Enabling Photographers in the UK
If you have a disability and want to enjoy photography the Disabled Photographers Society is here to help and encourage you to overcome the difficulties and to take great pictures
Low Membership Fees, Quarterly Competitions, Photographic Distinctions similar to the Royal Photographic Society, Electronic Portfolio Group, Quarterly Society Magazine, Members Galleries, Annual Exhibition, Photographic Holiday.
The slideshow shows the 1st, 2nd, 3rd and Highly Commended from the Spring 2012 Quarterly Competition.
Memberships
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Competitions
Quarterly Competitions Sponsored by Calumet Photographic.
New updated rules for 2012
The next competition theme is 'Patterns'.
Closing date 14th July 2012.
To view details of competitions, their dates and themes
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New league table for up-to-date points scoring.
League Table
'Image Of The Year'
Sponsored by CalumetClosing Date for entries is 30th June 2012 with judging taking place in July. Read More . . .
Annual Competition Read More . . .
Area Groups
As a society we are constantly looking at ways in which we can enhance our members enjoyment of photography.
We are looking for volunteers in each county, that are willing to organise photographic days out.
Currently we have volunteers in Norfolk, Suffolk, Cambridgeshire and Kent.
To register your interest for being a co-ordinator please email:
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Events
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Studio Day.
There will be a studio day at Barlow Studio, Chesterfield on Wed 23rd May.
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Photo Competition. Closing date for entries 30th June 2012.
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2012 Exhibition.
Closing date for entries 30th June.
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Quarterly Competitions.
Closing Date for submissions for 'Patterns' Theme.
14th July.
Society Distinctions
Twice a year in May and November the DPS awards distinctions to members in recognition of achievement in photography.
There are 3 levels of distinction awarded by the DPS:
LDPS - Licentiateship, the starting point.
ADPS - Associateship, the middle level.
FDPS - Fellowship, the advanced level.
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Closing date for submissions for next panel sitting is TBA.
Go to the Society Galleries section below to view Distinction Galleries.
Members Websites
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We now have 55 members with their own website
(Updated 13th May 2012)
Click above image.
Your Own Website
Have you ever considered having your own website?
Here are the top 5 low cost options for photographers
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Your Own Photobook
Have you considered creating a book of your images?
Here are the top 5 low cost options for photographers to create their own photobooks
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Latest News
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2012 DPS Exhibition
If you would like to submit images for this years DPS Exhibition, please download either the PDF or Word version.
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Kent Area Group Meeting
The Kent Area Group will be meeting at Tenterdon Railway Station at 11.00 on Saturday 19th May for a 1940's weekend event.
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Photo4x4 Photographic Expeditions
Offer DPS members a 10% discount on their photographic expeditions.
See the members offers page or visit the website: Photo4x4 . . .
Portfolio Group
Society committee member, Phil Smith, runs a digital portfolio group which is open to all society members and is FREE!!
"The group is going from strength to strength, all the members in the group are very keen and I hardly have to remind them to submit their images, they really enjoy taking part . ." Phil SmithIf you would like to join the group, please contact:
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Calumet Member Offer
Calumet are offering exclusive prices to DPS Members on their own brand equipment.
To find out more and to take advantage of this offer
Society Galleries
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| Licenciateship Distinctions Updated 03.01.12 |
Associateship Distinctions Updated 06.02.12 |
Fellowship Distinctions Added 01.08.11 |
PAGB Distinctions Added 11.06.11 |
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| Society Competitions Updated 22.04.12 |
Electronic Portfolio Group Updated 01.05.12 |
Exhibitions Updated 25.10.11 |
BPE Galleries NEW Gallery - Added 25.01.12 |
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| City & Guilds | Open College of Arts Degree | Photography Institute | School of Photographic Imaging | Skillset Diplomas |
Donations
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- The Society depends upon the generosity of their sponsors and individuals to help us to continue our work. We exist purely because ofthe hard work of volunteer's. Without such generosity we could not continue to help our members benefit from the therapeutic effect that photography gives them.
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Adaptations
If you would like any help or would like to discuss your needs then please contact the Adaptations Coordinator.
If you use a piece of equipment that you think others may find useful then please let us know, send details to the Webmaster for inclusion on the adaptations page.