Talks for WI & U3A clubs
Popular multi media talks, in person or online
I've been offering my multi media photography-based talks to WI, U3A and similar groups since 2017, and these have been so well received that most of my bookings are now through word of mouth. Always a good sign!
Although talks are always much better in person, the pandemic has shown us that online can work almost as well., so I continue to offer this option if required.
Available talks
Taking better photos with any camera
An interactive 45 minute talk which provides tips on improving photography with any camera. Illustrated with lots of my photos of Devon, the talk covers composition, light, basic camera functions, and audience discussions on what makes a great photo.
A photographic journey around the South West Coast Path
My most popular talk which is based around my journey walking all 630 miles of the amazing South West Coast Path, and how this eventually led me into photography. The talk is Illustrated throughout with my photos of the beautiful Devon Coast, as well as videos kindly provided by the South West Coast Path Association.
COMING 2023: Devon in pictures
This is a new talk, available from autumn 2023, and based on my first coffee table photo book of Devon, called 'Devon in pictures'. It will be a photographic celebration of Devon through photos and stories about some of its most beautiful views and locations.
Run time
Requirements
Cost & payment
All talks are around 45 minutes plus Q&A time, ao around an hour in total. I usually aim to arrive 30 minutes before the talk to ensure any IT issues can be resolved.
Talks are in Microsoft Powerpoint and include sound and video. For in person talks I can provide my own laptop and a projector (with sound) that works for smaller venues, but will need a screen or a white wall to be provided. For larger venues I usually use the built in projection / audio equipment.
The standard price for a talk (whether in person on online) is £55 plus reasonable costs (including travel from Honiton at 40p per mile, plus parking fees if applicable). Payment by cheque or BACS.
Talk schedule 2021-23
12/04/21 Torquay (afternoon) WI
10/06/21 Dart Valley U3A
17/06/21 Reflex Camera Club, Bristol
14/09/21 Musbury & Whitford WI
27/09/21 Taunton Camera Club
19/10/21 Honiton WI
21/10/21 Lapford Ladies
26/10/21 Newton Abbot Camera Club
03/11/21 Silverton WI
04/11/21 Bradninch WI
19/01/22 Honiton U3A
10/02/22 Exmouth U3A
09/03/22 Coldridge WI
31/03/22 Kingsbridge Camera Club
17/05/22 Axe River WI
01/06/22 East Dartmoor U3A
17/06/22 UPRAWS, Upottery
20/07/22 Cullompton WI
21/09/22 Brimley WI
22/09/22 Broadclyst WI
04/10/22 Parke WI
06/10/22 Sidmouth U3A
11/11/22 Devonshire Association (East Devon branch)
14/11/22 Exmouth WI
14/02/23 Exbourne WI
09/03/23 Woodbury WI
"I've just watched Gary's Zoom talk - probably the best talk I've seen this winter. Thanks again for the wonderful talk"
Elaine, March 2021
"It was a very interesting talk, showing our lovely county from a different angle. We are now following Gary Holpin on Twitter as he said he posts a new photo each day!"
Gordon, March 2021
"Thank you for your talk last week. Everyone agreed that it was one of the very best talks that we had had"
Jean, July 2022
"Your talk was very enjoyable with exquisite photographs"
Pauline, Sept 2021
