Early Morning Nature Walk at Carton Estate
2025-05-14 08:00 - 09:30 UTC | Carton House, Carton Demesne, Maynooth, Co. Kildare, W23 TD98, Ireland
This week’s Morning Nature Walk will be in Carton Estate. We will meet at 8am in the car park opposite the hotel entrance. Then, we will proceed through the golf area down to the boat house. From there, we will proceed along the lake to photograph the Flora and Fauna. If possible, we will try to access the waterfall and the shell cottage.

Presentation by Damien Dempsey
2025-05-19 20:00 - 22:00 | Slip Hall Celbridge
We are delighted to welcome photographer Damien Dempsey (https://www.instagram.com/damod69/) to present some of his work to the club.

Landscape Workshop – The Sunset
2025-05-24 20:00 - 22:00
NOTE: Exact time and location are to be finalized.
Club member Stephen Farrell will lead a session on mastering sunset photography.

AGM
2025-05-26 20:00 - 21:30 | Slip Hall Celbridge
We will have our AGM which includes election of the committee for the coming season.

Annual Exhibition Opening Night and Prize Giving.
2025-06-12 18:30 - 20:00 | Celbridge Community Library, St. Patrick's Park, Celbridge, Co. Kildare, W23 VA47, Ireland
Opening night for the Annual Exhibition. This is also the night where prizes are presented to the winners of the Photographer and Nature Photographer of the Year competitions.
This event is for members, their family and friends and invited guests only.

Outing to Portrane
2025-07-07 19:30 - 22:30
Portrane is a small seaside village located three kilometres East of Donabate in Fingal, County Dublin, Ireland. Portrane has an approx. 2 km long sandy beach backed by sand dunes in places on the North side. To the South there are a few small beaches and a cliff walk to Donabate Beach.
There is ample parking and beside the car park is a Martello tower and steps to the first beach (the “Hidden Beach” – though it’s in plain view) – some nice shots possible here.
Further along the Cliff Walk is Evan’s Tower and, on the cliff-side are views across to Lambay Island which lies just off the Coast. Also, some unusual rock formations along the cliffs. So, lots of variety and opportunities for good shots. Howth Head is also visible to the south.
Moonrise is at 19.45
Sunset is at 21.53
High Tide is at 22.23 (so the tide will be half way in at 19.00)
https://maps.app.goo.gl/YCUpHYccwFcz3T43A?g_st=im

Outing to Killiney Head
2025-07-14 19:30 - 22:00
There is a great view from Dalkey to Bray and beyond. A fabulous obelisk at the top of the hill and plenty of other opportunities in the area. Meet at the car park in Killiney Hill and from there it’s a short walk to the summit and obelisk. There are also nice views from car park.
https://maps.app.goo.gl/sp3va2qAV7Hea5gf9?g_st=com.google.maps.preview.copy

Outing to Bective Abbey
2025-07-21 20:00 - 22:00
Bective Abbey is a ruin of a beautiful Cistercian monastery. Lots of little rooms and tunnels to go through. Winding staircases and cloisters. There is some beautiful scenery with some nice shots to be had of the Boyne River and Bridge nearby.
https://maps.app.goo.gl/xZPWoXFhSX8WNE4n8

Outing to Grand Canal Dock
2025-07-28 20:00 - 22:00
Meet at the Bord Gáis Energy Theatre (at the Red Poles).
We’ll begin our shoot by capturing the striking architecture and vibrant reflections around Grand Canal Dock. From modern apartments to interesting urban details, there will be plenty to explore.
Around 9:00 PM, we’ll head toward the Samuel Beckett Bridge to photograph it during golden hour – perfect lighting for long exposures, silhouettes, and dramatic skies.
Bring your tripod, creative ideas, and a good eye for light. Everyone welcome!
https://maps.app.goo.gl/N1zEP6WUydfEo1DU8

Outing to Bray Harbour and Seafront
2025-08-11 19:30 - 22:00
We will meet at Bray Harbour where you are likely to see plenty of swans and sea birds. As Bray sailing club is located in the harbour, there will also be some boats and some activity there to photograph. We can proceed to Bray Promenade with its Victorian era charm and everything that it brings with it, people, buildings, bandstands etc. Plenty of photo opportunities.
https://maps.app.goo.gl/KcPd8pyUdEYEAtn16

Outing to The Rock of Dunamase
2025-08-18 20:00 - 22:00
The Rock of Dunamase is an imposing and magnificent example of a Celtic fortification which towers over the plains of Laois, with spectacular views of the surrounding countryside. Plenty of photo opportunities to be had.
https://maps.app.goo.gl/LHDoTanFsgxZy9Wb7

Outing to Dublin City Centre - Meet at St. Audoen's Park
2025-08-25 19:30 - 21:30 | St. Audoen’s Park, 32 Cook St, Merchant's Quay, Dublin, D8, Ireland
This outing is an opportunity to capture some streetscape and architectural images in a part of Dublin rich in culture and heritage. The plan is to travel light and move around taking in landmark buildings of interest, such as Christ Church Cathedral and the Civic Offices, as well as a great variety of old and new buildings in and around Thomas Street, and other landmark Dublin establishments nearby such as the Brazen Head.

Meeting Point: St. Audoen’s Park

Outing to St Patricks Cathedral
2025-09-02 18:00 - 20:00 | St Patricks Cathedral, St Patrick’s Close,, Dublin, D08 H6X3, Ireland
On Tuesday 2nd September Celbridge Camera Club will have exclusive access to St. Patrick’s Cathedral from 6.15 to 8pm.
Meet at the side door ( on the right hand side of the building) before 6.15. You can bring your tripod and flash .
To photograph a cathedral, use a wide-angle lens for grand interiors and a long lens for details, and position yourself to use architectural lines.
Inside, use a tripod or brace your camera for stability to enable slow shutter speeds in the dim light, as tripods and flash are often restricted.
Adjust settings for low light by using a low ISO and appropriate aperture (f/8 or smaller), and keep the focus sharp.
Maps Link to St Patricks Cathedral
NB there is no outing on Monday 1st September

Opening Night - Welcome back
2025-09-08 20:00 - 22:00 | Slip Hall Celbridge
Welcome from the Committee & Education Team presentation.
There will be a mini exhibition of members images from our 40th year shop windows display.
Don’t forget to bring your camera as there will be a Photo Studio to take some fun portraits, or if you want to be the model, bring some props and ‘Strike That Pose’.
Light refreshments available.

Sports photography presentation by Christine Taylor and George Pacini
2025-09-15 20:00 - 22:00 | Slip Hall Celbridge
Club members Christine Taylor and George Pacini will give us the tips and tricks to take those great action shots.
They will also show us how to edit the shot to get that ‘wow’ factor!

Presentation by Alex McLean Wildlife Photographer
2025-09-22 20:00 - 22:00 | Slip Hall Celbridge
Alex is an Aussie living in Europe, he is a Nature & photographic guide. Alex is also a Director of Global Rewilding Alliance and holds many photographic qualifications, FGASA Level 1, AFIAP, LIPF.

POTY Round 1 Hand In. Theme: Sports.
2025-09-29 20:00 - 22:00 | Slip Hall Celbridge
Hand in for Round 1 of the POTY. The theme for this round is Sports.
This is the closing date for submissions for Round 1 of the Photographer of the Year competition (see details for this season’s competition here).
Please make sure you follow the guidelines for submitting images (which can be found here) as otherwise your images may be disqualified.

Presentation on ‘Panels’ by Turlough O’Reilly followed by a practical table-top session
2025-09-29 20:00 - 22:00 | Slip Hall Celbridge
All members will be broken into small groups, where each group will be given a selection of images to create a ‘Panel’. Guaranteed to be a fun and informative night.

Judging POTY Round 1
2025-10-06 20:00 - 22:00 | Slip Hall Celbridge
Judge is TBD.

Presentation by Helen Hanafin
2025-10-13 20:00 - 22:00 | Slip Hall Celbridge
Helen will be giving our club a presentation on Minimalist Photography, exploring how to identify compelling subjects, process images effectively, and maintain simplicity without overdoing it.

AV night
2025-10-20 20:00 - 22:00 | Slip Hall Celbridge
Club member Michael Linehan will give a quick overview of what AV sequences are, will give a short demonstration of one of the software programs used to create AVs and this will be followed by showing a selection of AVs from the recent IFP National AV Championships as well as some from club members.

InterClub Night
2025-11-03 20:00 - 22:00 | Slip Hall Celbridge
InterClub Night:

Members Showcase
InterClub Showcase

This will be a great opportunity to meet members from another Camera Club. 6 members of Celbridge Club will each present 3 of their favourite photographs and 6 members of Clondalkin Camera Club will each present 3 their favourite photographs. This is a great way of seeing the images other photographers are taking and the different styles of photography.

POTY Round 2 Hand In. Theme: Minimalist
2025-11-03 20:00 - 22:00 | Slip Hall Celbridge
Hand in for Round 2 of the POTY. The theme for this round is Minimalist.
This is the closing date for submissions for Round 2 of the Photographer of the Year competition (see details for this season’s competition here).
Please make sure you follow the guidelines for submitting images (which can be found here) as otherwise your images may be disqualified.

Judging POTY Round 2
2025-11-10 20:00 - 22:00 | Slip Hall Celbridge

Photoshop editing followed by Deirdre Beaugie
2025-11-17 20:00 - 22:00 | Slip Hall Celbridge
There will be a short step by step photoshop tutorial on how the tutor edits their photograph.
This will be followed by a presentation by club member Deirdre Beaugie entitled ‘My Photography’. Deirdre has a varied interest in photography and we are guaranteed to see some wonderful images.

POTY Round 3 Hand In. Theme: Occupations/Environmental Portraiture
2025-11-24 20:00 - 22:00 | Slip Hall Celbridge
Hand in for Round 3 of the POTY. The theme for this round is Occupations/Environmental Portraiture.
This is the closing date for submissions for Round 3 of the Photographer of the Year competition (see details for this season’s competition here).
Please make sure you follow the guidelines for submitting images (which can be found here) as otherwise your images may be disqualified.

Presentation by Brenda Sheridan
2025-11-24 20:00 - 22:00 | Slip Hall Celbridge
Brenda is an accomplished Nature photographer who has a wide range of beautiful images from as near as the wildlife in the Dodder to as far away as the Birds of Costa Rica.

Judging POTY Round 3
2025-12-01 20:00 - 22:00 | Slip Hall Celbridge

Photoshop Editing followed by Christine Taylor
2025-12-08 20:00 - 22:00 | Slip Hall Celbridge
There will be a short step by step photoshop tutorial on how the tutor edits their photograph.
This will be followed by a presentation by club member Christine Taylor on her trip to Sri Lanka. Christine will take us on a visual journey through some highlights of Sri Lanka. From elephants to tea plantations and lots in between.

Camera Club Tech Night: PhotoPills, Instagram & Photobooks
2025-12-15 20:00 - 22:00 | Slip Hall Celbridge
There will be three short presentations.
Paul Johnston will cover PhotoPills. Deirdre Beaugie will talk about Instagram. The person covering Photobooks is TBC.
