Stunning images by leading photographers
PHOTOGRAPHY! showcases the best of contemporary photography created by members of the British Institute of Professional Photography (BIPP) and opens on 16 January.
Discover inspirational imagery, covering a wide range of subjects including portraits, landscapes, architecture, advertising and fine art created by leading photographers in their field. It is also an opportunity to discover more about the professional side of photography and the work of BIPP. The exhibition is free and runs until 5 March 2016.
Photography Competition
You could win a £50 Jessops voucher
To accompany the exhibition the County Museum and BIPP are running a photography competition which is open to all amateur photographers. Categories for 16 years and under, and over 16s.
Closing date for entries is 29 January 2016. Download an Entry Form.
PHOTOGRAPHY! events
Photography Advice – Tips on Developing Your Skills
Saturday 30 January, 11am – 3pm FREE
A fantastic opportunity for photographers of all ages to meet experts from BIPP. Bring along your own photos and get tips on improving your photography. Students and amateurs can bring their portfolios for expert advice. Appointments by timed ticket issued on a first come basis on the day. Subject to availability.
Photo Safari
Saturday 13 February, 10am – 12pm or 1pm – 3pm
A rare opportunity to pick up photography tips from BIPP members during a relaxed walk around Aylesbury and the Museum. £10 per person. Under 16s must be accompanied by an adult. Places limited. Book in advance on 01296 331441.
Journey to Chernobyl
Talk by award winning photographer Bryn Griffiths FBIPP
Tuesday 1 March, 6.30pm – 8.30pm
Bryn Griffiths, winner of the Product section of the Hasselblad Masters Awards in 2014. travelled to Chernobyl to create fine art images of post-nuclear deserted buildings for the Hasselblad Masters book. Come and hear his story. Tickets £7.50, Students £5, including private view of PHOTOGRAPHY! exhibition and free refreshments from 6.30pm. Talk starts at 7pm. Book in advance on 01296 331441.
Winter University Lecture Series
Each lecture is delivered by a leading academic in their field with free refreshments during a short interval to give participants time to enjoy the evening and meet like-minded people.
Face Value? History from Roman Coins
Wednesday 20 January, 6.30 – 8pm
Lecture by author Dr Susan Fern.
Tickets £7.50. Special offer if you book more than one.Call 01296 331441 to book.
Wolves and Wildcats: surviving the end of the last Ice Age in Somerset
Thursday 18 February, 6.30 – 8pm
Lecture by Prof Danielle Shreve, Royal Holloway, University of London
Tickets £7.50. Special offer if you book more than one.Call 01296 331441 to book.
Aylesbury Ducklings – Fabulous fun for under 5s
Tuesdays during school term time, 11am – 12 noon
Come along each week with your toddler and take part in a special session especially for young visitors which consists of stories, rhymes, sensory play and a gallery hunt. Themes coming up:
12 January: Tudor Clothes
19 January: Rainbow Magic
26 January: Night Time Animals
2 February: Choo Choo Trains
9 February: Roman Mosaics
£3 per child including materials and refreshments for the children. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Exhibitions coming up in the New Year
Check out our website for exciting events coming up. too
Little Pieces of Heaven
13 February – 18 June
Recent Treasure finds of stunning medieval religious jewellery showing how people displayed their devotion and piety.
Historic Views of Bucks
27 February – 2 July
Historic prints from around the County drawn from the collections of Bucks Archaeological Society.
Art of Islam Festival
26 March – 24 September
Explore the decorative arts of the Islamic world through calligraphy, painting, metalwork, ceramics, armour, costume and textiles and see their influence on Western visual culture.
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