TPC: letsnaphotos!

It's Time!

2008-10-22T23:48:00.004+08:00

2008-09-21T17:35:00.000+08:00

Photography Competition

2008-08-08T11:26:00.004+08:00

A competition held by the Photography Club Malaysia. This is a good opportunity to expose yourself to other professionals in the country.

No transport is provided by the club at the moment, but if there is a considerable amount of interest, anything can be arranged.

Just in case you don't understand Malay (or too lazy to look at the banner)... ...

Venue: Taman Wawasan, Putrajaya
Registration fee: RM25 per student, RM35 for open category
Registration date: Both mornings on 16th and 17th August (7am and 8am)
Others: There is a printing session in the schedule but unclear whether it is inclusive in the reg. fee or extra charges. Food and beverages not mentioned as well. Hmmm...

Do drop a message if you're slightly interested.

Have a nice day (=

Merdeka by the Beach

2008-07-30T13:19:00.004+08:00

Hello. I don't know if this is allowed, please do the appropriate action if it is not :D

My batch DT28 will organize our Domestic Tours soon. So we need some so-called "tourists" for the tour. All the basic details are given in the poster above. If you are interested to be our official photographer, that would be great~

EDIT: I was informed that we only need two more "tourists". The payment dateline is next week. (Uh oh... my bad..) First come first serve!

-Anna

MBPJ Developing and Photography Competition

2008-06-19T21:58:00.000+08:00

Dear members,

The Majlis Bandaraya Petaling Jaya organized a photography competition themed Shopping spree/ Pelancongan Membeli-Belah, Education/ Pelancongan Pendidikan and Health/ Pelancongan Kesihatan.

The competition ends 30th June 2008

There is a form to be filled for those who are interested to participate in the competition. Unfortunately, TPC did not receive the form. We strongly urge members who are interested to inquire at the Extra Curricular Activities (ECA) department.

The participation in the competition is low with a grand prize of four digits. For more information you may contact Pn. Nur Hazrina or Miss Seti Fatimah at 03-79560203. Do note that TPC do not play a role in this competition and is just promoting the event for our members.

Wesak Day 2007

2008-05-18T06:44:00.002+08:00

The essense of wesak is for all to rejoice in the birth of an enlightened one. As one bathes the feet of the Buddha, it is apt for one to remind oneself of the Buddha's teachings, and to purify the mind...

2008-05-04T10:29:00.002+08:00

Dear members,

The Taylor's Photography Club is currently recruiting members to fill in for the Board of Directors (2008-2009). If you are interested to be part of the committee grab a form from the Extra Curricular Activities Department at Level 3.

Seek Mr. Murali or Mr. Suresh and ask for TPC Committee (2008-2009) form. Formation of the new committee will be done through an interview at a specific date. Selected members will then form the new committee by August.

A preview of the committee's post:

President

Chair all executive committee meetings, annual meetings and extra general meetings
Organize all executive committee meetings, annual meetings and extra general meetings
Ensures action on all decisions made during all executive committee meetings, annual meetings and extra general meetings
Verify contents of all executive committee meetings, annual meetings and extra general meetings minutes
Oversees the Events, Web and Editorial Department

Vice President

Chair all executive committee meetings, annual meetings and extra general meetings in the absence of the President
Organize all executive committee meetings, annual meetings and extra general meetings in the absence of the President
Ensures action on all decisions made during all executive committee meetings, annual meetings and extra general meetings
Verify contents of all executive committee meetings, annual meetings and extra general meetings minutes
Oversees the Creative and Public Relations Department

Secretary

Recording of all meeting minutes and distribute to the executive committee
Prepare annual report
Responsible for all written correspondence
Notify the executive committee on the agenda of the next meeting at least two days before the next meeting

Financial Department

Collection and safekeeping of all club’s fund
Record all expenditure and keep track of all receipts
Prepare financial statements for the annual general meetings

Events Department
Internal

Organize all internal events within campus grounds
Oversees the representatives of each school to be kept informed of the activities and events within each school
Notify members of any events within campus grounds and assign a photographer for the event (if requested)
Insist on the placement of TPC logo to be incorporated as part of their event once TPC has been given the official status

[Internal events to have a one week notification period, last minute requests are rejected]

External

Organize all external events including TPC events trip
Propose a minimum of three events trips for every semester in detail
Oversees the scouts to be kept informed of external activities
Notify members of any events organized after approval from the President and advisor
Bearer of TPC banner

[External events to have a two week notification period]

Creative Department

Design of TPC posters
Propose of a design following a theme for TPC digital media

Public Relations Department

Propose sponsorships for TPC events
Respond to inquiries concerning TPC
Distribution of posters within campus grounds
Oversees email flow
Organize TPC email to be systematize and orderly

Web Department

Moderator of TPC weblog
Oversee TPC weblog guidelines are followed
Modification of the weblog style
Incorporate Creative Departments designs as part of the weblog’s layout

Course Representatives

Notify internal events director of the activities/ holidays/ key events within each school
Included within the jurisdiction of Public Relations Department
Distribution of posters within campus grounds

Editorial Department

Publish booklet issues of TPC's activities, events, competitions and more

Group picture (edited)

2008-05-01T01:15:00.006+08:00

Apparently our dear president thought the group picture for the Ipoh trip was a little harsh and the people in the shade were too dark, so I did a little tinkering.
If you think it's too dark, adjust it yourself..

Click for the full-sized one.

I know it's not really good, but I was sleepy and by the time i finished trimming Joseph and Ching Teng's pants I really couldn't be bothered to do anymore. And Li Qun and Aaron, try not to stand in the shade and look so darned dark next time :)

Ipoh Trip

2008-04-29T18:57:00.007+08:00

Pictures are uploaded and ready to be viewed! TPC's first events trip to Ipoh. Thank you for those who participated and made the event a memorable one.

Kellie's Castle

Dr. Seenivasagam Park

USM Photography Competition - Extension

2008-04-29T09:42:00.003+08:00

Dear members,

The USM Photography Competition has been extended till 9th June. Great news for those who missed the opportunity previously. TPC will again offer to handle the proceeding actions on your behalf. For more info do refer back to the previous post HERE.

You stand a chance to win cash prize and a given certificate. Don't miss this chance.

Colour Tutorial

2008-04-28T23:17:00.009+08:00

Tutorial by: Anna
Picture by: Itaelly

STEP 1:
Select the desired picture. Crop or resize or adjust the brightness etc it if you must. My base for this post is a gorgeous shot by Itaelly ;D

STEP 2:
Duplicate your base and set it to Screen at 55%.

STEP 3:
Add a Hue/Saturation layer. Go to Layer-->New Adjustment Layer-->Hue/Saturation. Then adjust the numbers. For this picture, I use… (click the picture)

STEP 4:
Ok, now is the confusing part. To change the colours without destroying the picture, I use the Selective Colours layer. Access this by going to Layer-->New Adjustment Layer--> Selective Colours.

Sometimes when editing colours, maybe the objects, for example the cloud will turn yellowish or... odd. By using Selective Colours, you can "select" n adjust colours - maybe change the colour of flowers, clothes etc. But you need practice ;D

I upload a picture to show u how does the selective colour looks like in adobe photoshop. If u click the picture below, u can see how I change the percentage for each colour. Normally I’ll experiment a few times until I found the desired combination.

STEP 5:
I add a second Selective Colour layer but I use different combination to make the colours stand out a bit. (Sorry I didn’t upload the percentage. Too lazy hehhehheh XD)

STEP 6:
Yes, the final step. Duplicate the original picture and arrange it at the top layer. Desaturate it, change the Blending Mode to “Overlay” and adjust the “Opacity” to 25%. Waaalah~! XD Remember that different picture needs different colour combination – or, it depends on your creativity or whatsoever.

ORIGINAL PICTURE

.....AND FINALLY TO THIS!

Normally I'll edit the colours for designing purposes, etc. I must say that original picture is the best for photography. oh, do comment!
-Anna

define an art !?

2008-04-28T10:18:00.004+08:00

most of the time, i'm lost with my photography skill and idea. In the end, like sum artist sudden pop out sum crazy idea in different way.......... dunno wad am i talking about? nvm i'll show ya~

The Red Blossom

2008-04-28T01:06:00.001+08:00

2008-04-28T01:05:00.005+08:00

Don't Take Away my Colour

2008-04-27T15:28:00.003+08:00

Sep, 2007

D o n t T a k e A w a y m y C o l o u r / b y K a i

Going greeen

2008-04-26T04:08:00.003+08:00

More of my macro photography..

Looking up a bald tree over-grown with moss.
Place: somewhere in Northern Tohoku, Japan.

1 inch tall mushrooms.
Place: Lake Gardens.

D tree.......is gone.......

2008-04-23T00:25:00.003+08:00

a peaceful tree at harmony dawn......

sudden............

Kaboom!!!!

!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

The Old Buildings . . .

2008-04-22T22:54:00.005+08:00

The unfinished story of Kellie's Castle since 1915 . . .

2500-year old Shwedagon Pagoda in Yangon,Myanmar
covered by real Gold...

~B & W ~

2008-04-20T14:39:00.010+08:00

Tuuli - The Finnish Lady

Elsa-The French Lady

Hong Joo-Our Event Director

?--Guess--!!

Of Saturation

2008-04-18T13:15:00.005+08:00

O f S a t u r a t i o n / b y K a i

of Exposure

2008-04-18T12:51:00.008+08:00

o f E x p o s u r e / b y K a i

The wait has been worthwhile...

2008-04-10T23:47:00.008+08:00

Weeks after Ipoh has been chosen, the organizing team is finally announcing the details of our first club trip. Notice boards around the college are filled with posters regarding the trip, but I'm going to post them here anyway.

Hope this trip is able to unite photography enthusiasts and those who seek pleasure in travelling.

Any questions do drop them in the comments or chat box, I'll reply as soon as I can.

=)

Events Director,
Hong Joo

Competitions: Digital Camera Photographer of the Year 2008

2008-04-09T18:35:00.004+08:00

Dear members,

There is an international photography competition held by the Digital Camera Magazine. Last year the competition attracted more than 81,000 entries. There are ten categories to choose from which you can either join one or all ten. Details are as follows:

Register using a valid email address
Images should not exceed 2MB
Image format should be in jpeg
A maximum of five entries per category
A picture which has won in a major competition is not eligible
Deadline for all catergories ends 30th September 2008

Overall winner of the competitions walks away with 15,000 pounds. Prizes for each categories are:

First Prize: 1,000 pounds + 1 year free subscription to DCM + 1 year membership to the Royal Photography Society

Second Prize: 350 pounds + free subscription to DCM

Third Prize: 150 pounds + free subscription to DCM

For more details visit http://poty2008.dcmag.co.uk/

[Special thanks to Siao Hui for the information]

Amanda's Photoshoot

2008-04-08T22:40:00.009+08:00

YaY~!!

at last i post something up..

Photoshoot with Amanda Ang in college

needed to practice on my portraits and i decided to choose her

cuz i love her eyes...

Next photoshoot might be next week see how free i am

it will also be a portraits

and i'm going to use back Amanda with addition of Aina..

it'll be a semi naked photoshoot

well i say semi cuz they will be covered with a silk cloth

red n maybe green or Turquoise

Amanda will be in red

Aina still deciding whether shud use green or turquoise

hope everything will work out

Competitions: USM Photography Competition

2008-04-06T10:38:00.002+08:00

Dear members,

The USM has organizing a photography competition. The theme of the competition is 'Transition of Identity/ Anjakan Perubahan'. An example of the theme would be for instance:

Chair- a place to rest for a moment after walking
Mailbox- medium between sender and receiver

Generally it is about the changes from one to another. The theme is a little abstract so use your own creativity to impress. Subject is universal and can be anything under the sun. Requirement are as follows:

Include full name, student ID, course and phone number
Two photographs per entry (1 monochrome, 1 colour)
Registration fee of RM10 (covered by Taylor's College)
Hardcopy in 8R size (with a receipt claimable by Taylor's College)
Originality (minimal post-processing/ software editing)
Simple explanations on a photograph
Judges decision is final
Interested participants may send in their photos to taylorsphotographyclub@gmail.com before 11th April, Friday. TPC will handle the proceeding actions on your behalf.

A.SAP Event

2008-04-02T19:11:00.004+08:00

Event coverage of the A:SAP Event (Abuduction: Social Alert Project for Children)

PS: Credits to Wai Sie and her gang of merry friends for the task

PSS: I like the expression of the three children from the last picture; bored, happy and mischievous

Photo Colouring... through Adobe Photoshop

2008-03-30T23:06:00.017+08:00

Hello! This is my first post. Let me introduce myself first. The name is Hannah. You can call me Hana or Anna ;D. I'm from TCHT and currently I'm doing my Diploma in Tourism Management. I still haven't join any of the club's activities but I hope I can contribute something through this blog. My "expertise" mostly are designing posters and stuffs; instead of photography skills. (haha.. shame on me ;P) So perhaps most of my post will be related to photoshop tips and tricks. And.. umm.. lets move on, shall we? ;D

(I assume that u have some basic photoshop knowledge but I'll add a guideline in a picture format later, when I have the time because I know photoshop can be really confusing for beginners)

So, you want to know how to change the photo from the left to the right?

STEP 1:
Find an image. Crop it and resize it according to your preference. Don't use an image that is too dark. Try to adjust it if possible (such as brighten it etc). This is mine. I grabbed it from deviantart photo stock. Here's the link (the unknown girl). The original photo, which I'll rename it as a "base" looks like this..

STEP 2:
Duplicate your base and set it to Screen at 25%. So now we have two layers.

STEP 3:
Duplicate your base and set it to Overlay at 100%. Arrange it on top of the Screen layer.

STEP 4:
Add a new layer, and insert a colour. I suggest soften the photo and the all the whites by adding a Color Fill layer with #01001a (a dark blue colour). Then set it to Exclusion. Put this layer on top of the previous layer. Depends on your photo, you can use a different colour. Just experiment several colours until you found a suitable colour ;D

STEP 5:
Add a Hue/Saturation layer with an amount of +15 for hue and saturation. You can access this one by going to Layer-->New Adjustment Layer-->Hue/Saturation (or u can use the Selective Colors option. can be found at the same place)

STEP 6:
So basically, it is done! Can you see the colour difference? You can add some lightning effects or other designs to make the photo look beautiful. This depends on your creativity though... ;D

Not all photo are compatible with this colouring technique though. Goodluck!

"Pasar Pagi"

2008-03-27T15:51:00.011+08:00

Same festival, different way of celebrating.

To the rainbow

That year, you were holding my hand.

It was an accident.

"Heehee, it's 1.45kg~"

Out of Box

R E D

2008-03-27T14:51:00.006+08:00

M a r c h 27, 2008

R e d a t C h i l i e s / b y K a i

Penang Trip

2008-03-24T17:59:00.011+08:00

Hello . . .

"no title"

the design

Angels appeared in the temple!

Buddish taking care of Temple

Kek Lok Si Temple

Competitions: Mamak Theme

2008-03-21T20:33:00.005+08:00

Dear members,

The Star Newspaper's R.AGE Click 2 Win have organized a photo taking competition themed 'Mamak'. You can take various pictures ranging from a roti canai toss to a teh-tarik swirl. Details are as follows:

include: full name, IC number, address, contact number and name of your school/ institution
original photos must be saved in jpeg format and at least 500kb in size
closing date is March 23rd
entries must be submitted to photo@rage.com.my

The winner will emerge RM 50 richer. Go wild everyone.

[Special thanks to Wai Sie for the information]

A Glimpse of Putrajaya

2008-03-21T08:50:00.017+08:00

J u l y 2 8 , 2 0 0 7

A G l i m p s e O f P u t r a j a y a / b y K a i

macro and lighting~

2008-03-21T00:26:00.004+08:00

these are a few photoss that i took while playing with my digi cam. i'm extremely new to this whole photography thing~ do be very very gentle~ haha :P

n.i.k.o.n - s.8

macro vodoo

direct lighting onto a glass apple

distanced light

focused light

subtle light

lighting creates a few different feelings up there, where, direct light seems like a clean shot, distanced light give a sense of fade away, focused light are to show off the texture of the object, and well, subtle light seems romantic and serene~ tats jus my point of view~ anyway, do have fun with lightingss!! :D cheers~~~~

恶魔。放了我吧！

2008-03-20T10:04:00.008+08:00

不要枷锁，不要承诺，不要限制。。
不视，不听，不闻了！
我只要自由。。。。。。

Burn with spirit

2008-03-20T09:40:00.008+08:00

My mum is a truly Taoism. Like any sincere Taoism prayer, she always fold many bishop"Gold" and then burn them for the passed-away spirit.

The "gold" is burning so vigorously and there is a "flying fire bird" at the right corner. Maybe my mum blessing is

"Fly ...fly as far as you can! fly as high as possible and be passionate in your
life!!"

post numero uno.

2008-03-20T00:00:00.008+08:00

Hey people.
Ignore the attempt to put up a catchy title. As you know, this is my first post on this blog. My picture ranges from close-ups to scenic shots i took awhile ago. I'm going to give 'em names so bear with it until i get this figured out eh? hehe . I used a Sony DSC-W17 digital camera for these few pics..

"Bark it up"

"Red. 4"

"It's everywhere"

"K.e.y.s"

"Memories"

Well, that's all i have to show for now. I'll be looking forward to honest opinions.
I'm still a new to this so, be gentle.

-Toby-

Random

2008-03-19T21:59:00.011+08:00

Yo, just to share some random photos of mine, using handphone camera. Do comment. Enjoy~

Photography 101

2008-03-16T14:13:00.006+08:00

Hey guys, first and foremost, I'd like to introduce myself, to those who are unfamiliar of me. My name, is Hamilton Jay, currently doing Architecture in Taylors PJ. You guys can catch me around college anytime. I go by the alias thelover and my weapon of choice is the userfriendly Nikon D40x. My posts from here onwards would be basically Photography tips and tricks, and also most likely Photoshop. If you have any queries, do contact me at native_survivor@hotmail.com.

First off, today I will be giving pointers on Shade>White Balance. Well, this feature is most likely found on DSLRS, SLRS, camcorders(some of them) and also the trusty digital cameras.

Basically, the option "shade" is a very good tool to enchance the picture. Shade gives a almost orange tint to the photographs. This remarkably enchances the picture's attraction factor. Well, to explain this to you guys, I'm gonna have to use my neice as a model, :P

Picture taken at f/5.6, without shade.

Picture taken at f/5.6, with shade. Notice the slight amount of blur around her hands.

The shade balance almost always makes it difficult to take a clean, clear shot. In order to avoid this blur, either pump up the ISO, or take your time taking the shot. Snap, and wait awhile; dont immediately remove the camera.

This would result in a much clearer and sharp image, minus motion blurs.

It is sometimes easier said than done though,

Picture taken at f/4, with a slightly boosted ISO of 800, without shade.

Picture taken at f/6.3, lowered ISO of 400, without flash, with shade. This picture still has a slight amout of motion blur.

Picture taken at f/6.3, with shade, and with proper hand timing.

The results of shade is phenomenal. Do try it, as photography is a trial and error hobby. I'll keep posting some tips and tricks as soon as possible! Take care guys =)

SABD Student Body 2008

2008-03-13T20:32:00.010+08:00

SABD Student Society 2008 group photoshoot

The Amazing Adventures of Campus Kitten

2008-03-07T16:03:00.010+08:00

The Amazing Adventures of Campus Kitten illustrates the journey of a young kitten in our very own campus.

Campus Kitten spotted

Campus Kitten looking enthusiastically at Mr. Photographer

Campus Kitten is getting pissed at annoying photographer

Campus Kitten sensed danger

Campus Kitten is being stalked

PS: You guys better not start picking on the cat

Model Shots

2008-03-07T15:46:00.007+08:00

Taken once upon a time

Stuff of Chinese New Year....

2008-03-06T22:38:00.007+08:00

sOmE Of my shOt ~ EnjOy

2008-03-06T21:15:00.010+08:00

1. Breakfast at Aussie, ( using my hp )

2. KLCC Aquaria ( Using Lumix camera forget what model )

3. My "deEr" at sabah ( using my hp )

4. KLCC Aquaria ( using lumix camera )

5. My " deEr " at sabah ( using hp )

6. Unknown bird with fringe Lolz ( using Hp )

7. Unknown bird with fringe Lolz ( using Hp )

8. 1st time trying canon 400D night shot unskilled ( using 400D )

9. Trying some shot using new camera ( using Canon 400D )

10. Trying new camera 400D

11. Shot during Bike Expo ( Using Canon 400D )

12. Testing some shot at home ( using 400D )

13. Trying some Shot

14. Trying some shot

15. Canon 1DmarkIII~~!! ( using canon 400D )

16. Some canon lens for testing during canon expo~! BAZOOKA try out~! ( Using Canon 400D )

17. During Bike Expo ( Using Canon 400D )

18. Continue with the bazooka of canon ( using Canon 400D )

19. Bike Expo (using canon 400D )

Here some shot that still keep in my photobucket, will try to find some from my notebook kekekeke, hope u guys and girls enjoy it~~!!

Happy Photo+ing

Thien,

Marketing Director

Poll: First Events

2008-03-06T17:59:00.012+08:00

Event No.2 - Ipoh

Location: Ipoh, Perak

Duration: 1 day

Activities: Ice-breaking + Photoshooting + Food + Photography Tips

No site pictures provided

Why choose me: We have great food so why not? A destination to get away from it all.

Event No.3 - Taiping

Location: Taiping, Perak

Duration: 1 day

Activities: Ice-breaking + Photoshooting landscape + Photography Tips

Same as above. . . no site pictures

Why choose me: We has lots to offer including the Taiping Zoo or the Lake Gardens. Great potential for fun and photographic opportunity!! In any case of emergencies. . . there is a hospital nearby (choy!)

PS: You can suggest places to visit for upcoming trips. Just drop us pictures and details of the place

The Return: A 2nd Chance

2008-02-25T17:12:00.014+08:00

The Taylors Photography Club (TPC) is participating in a collaborative effort as official events photographers for activities held by The Return’s organizers.

Members will be notified by email of the upcoming events which would take place and any volunteers are welcomed. =D

For more information on the project visit http://the-return.adamwilliam.com/.

Happy Chinese New Year

2008-02-20T19:12:00.016+08:00

Happy Chinese New Year!!!

"May this festive season bring you and your family lots of photographic opportunity." David Ooi

PS: My luck knows no boundaries

Orientation Night

2008-02-20T19:04:00.006+08:00

Christmas Party

2008-02-20T18:40:00.005+08:00

Maiden Post: Noche de Fiesta!

2007-12-07T00:21:00.002+08:00