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Print life begins at 40 for Permajet’s parent The Imaging Warehouse, parent company of brands including inkjet photo paper specialist Permajet, Nova Darkroom Equipment, On-Line Paper and Premier Ink, is celebrating its 40th anniversary this August. Having grown from humble beginnings as a darkroom equipment supplier and evolved to meet changing customer needs, its own milestones have included creating the Nova Slot Processor, before joining the digital revolution in the nineties with the development of pigment inks and, subsequently, setting up Permajet itself. Recent acquisitions of On-Line Paper and Premier Ink have further solidified The Imaging Warehouse’s position as a comprehensive provider of print solutions. “Reaching 40 years in business is a remarkable achievement of which we are all truly proud,” enthuses Robin Whetton, MD at The Imaging Warehouse. “Our journey has been marked by constant innovation, customer-centricity and a passion for helping our customers bring their creative visions to life." Throughout August, it will have special offers for customers and is raising funds for the Woodland Trust, helping to create, restore and protect UK woodland. theimagingwarehouse.com
Club news
Salon on tour
The London Salon of Photography has revealed its 2023 London Salon Exhibition selections and the news that it’s touring the country. From 25 July to 6 August, it can be found at Creek Gallery, Faversham, while from 26 August to 1 October it will be at Patching Gallery, Nottingham. Wilkinson Cameras in Liverpool and Carlisle will host in October and November. Chairman Judith Parry was delighted with 783 prints being entered by 124 entrants, of which 129 were accepted by the exhibition – with seven medal winners recognised. thelondonsalon.org
Analogue film enthusiast Lomography announced a new colour- negative film, the LomoChrome Color ’92 35mm ISO 400, described as ‘new’ and, simultaneously, a ‘classic’. A limited-edition production in 35mm format, the film will soon be joined in both 120 and 110 formats, too. The film is so named because it’s ‘designed to capture everyday life with a hint of nineties nostalgia’. Described as having a powerful film grain, it delivers a soft, mesmerising look in sunny conditions and a subtle, painterly aesthetic in photos taken at dusk. lomography.com Chrome is where the art is
FLOWER POWER David Harris’s Poppyfield Panorama was among last year’s medal winners
The Hebden Bridge Town Hall will host the Hebden Bridge Camera Club’s display of members’ imagery between 26 August and 2 September. Visitors will vote for their favourite images, with winners from last year’s exhibition on display. For photographers seeking to get involved, the club meets on Wednesday evenings from September to April at Hope Baptist Church, Hebden Bridge. hebdenbridgecc.co.uk Hebden Bridge CC puts on a show Wokingham and East Berkshire Camera Club has recently rebranded to Wokingham Photography Club, just in time for its new season starting 14 September. “It reflects the changing nature of our world,” explains club chair Glynis Jodrell. “We believe the new name will help us appeal to a broader range of people. Photography in its widest sense is what we’re passionate about.” wokinghamphotography.club New name in Wokingham
Sony enables vloggers with firmware tweak Sony’s video-first ZV-E1 camera, which appeared in spring this year, is already getting an under-the- bonnet tweak. A firmware update is being made available that enables 4K/120p video recording. Sony thinks this marks a significant milestone for pushing the boundaries of creativity through the camera’s small, user-friendly form factor. Alongside the above refinement, ZV-E1 users are also being given FHD/240p recording in the same update. Head to Sony’s Creators’ Cloud website if you’re an existing user wanting to avail yourself of this new functionality. creatorscloud.sony.net/cameraupgrade/4k120p
Camera strap design reaches its peak Peak Design has introduced a new Micro Clutch hand strap for mirrorless cameras. The company reasons that ‘cameras have mostly got smaller, but hands have stayed the same stupid size’. The strap has been manufactured for drop protection and comfort, perfect for street photography, outdoor shooting and extended portrait sessions. It’s not just any old strap, however. A low-profile, machined aluminium baseplate conceals a hidden attachment, allowing easy access to the camera’s battery. Also included is a removable tripod plate. Fitting a wide range of mirrorless camera bodies, RRP for the Peak Design Micro Clutch is £65.99. peakdesign.com
130 not out
Kingston Camera Club’s 55-strong membership celebrates its incredible 130th anniversary this year. kingstoncameraclub.co.uk
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