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Tactical Shooting Events Today
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Lads only footy (East London) - RSVP on FootyAddicts.com
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This series of games has now been transferred in our new platform www.footyaddicts.com
Register today for free & RSVP to your favorite game
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Any problems, suggestions, feedback please do contact us on info@footyaddicts.com or kos@footyaddicts.com
Piccadilly & Covent Garden @ Night with a fast lens
NO ROOM FOR ZOOMS!
Love shooting at night but tired of dragging your tripod around? This session is about learning a set of techniques to shoot using a single, fast prime lens (e.g. 50mm, 35mm f/1.2, f/1.4, f1.8)
You know that small, lightweight, inexpensive but beautiful lens that sits quietly in your camera bag? Tonight you’ll put it to good use!
WHAT YOU WILL LEARN
· Using a fast aperture to allow hand holding at night
· Create bokeh for beautiful shallow depth of field
· Getting depth of field in your shot
· Tips for getting sharp shots whilst handholding at night
EXPERIENCE
* All levels welcome!
EQUIPMENT
* Any camera
* 50mm f1.8 - any lens will work but a fast lens (f1.8-f2.8) is recommended
* No tripods needed
* We'll be wandering around so be sure to wear appropriate shoes.
TRAVEL
As usual check the TFL website for any issues that may delay your journey.
CONTACT
Alex 07956 264049
UPCOMING EVENTS
https://www.meetup.com/londonphotographicopa/events/calendar
7 a-side at Highbury Fields
We play every Friday 7 a-side football at Highbury Fields 3G Football Pitch
- 1 hour game
- Fun game
- Confirm your attendance online via Footy Addicts website (www.footyaddicts.com)
We do not use Meetup to confirm attendance any more, please sign up on Footy Addicts and join the attendance list at the game page!
Piccadilly & Covent Garden @ Night with a fast lens
Love shooting at night but tired of dragging your tripod around? This session is about learning a set of techniques to shoot using a single, fast prime lens (e.g. 50mm, 35mm f/1.2, f/1.4, f1.8)
You know that small, lightweight, inexpensive but beautiful lens that sits quietly in your camera bag? Tonight you’ll put it to good use!
WHAT YOU WILL LEARN
* Using a fast aperture to allow hand holding at night
* Create bokeh for beautiful shallow depth of field
* Getting depth of field in your shot
* Tips for getting sharp shots whilst handholding at night
EXPERIENCE
* All levels welcome!
EQUIPMENT
* Any camera
* 50mm f1.8 - any lens will work but a fast lens (f1.8-f2.8) is recommended
* No tripods needed
* We'll be wandering around so be sure to wear appropriate shoes
TRAVEL
* As usual check the TFL website for any issues that may delay your journey
CONTACT
Alex 07956 264049
UPCOMING EVENTS
https://www.meetup.com/londonphotographic/events/calendar
🏀 5v5 Basketball Session📍Leyton 📶 Mid Intermediate
**BOOK HERE**: https://sportas.co.uk/games/43335
**Game Description:**
🔥Join us for a casual basketball scrimmage at the brand-new indoor court near Stratford/Leyton Station. No need to be a pro, though basic fundamentals help; we’ll split teams evenly so everyone can enjoy balanced, competitive play.
🏀If you have any questions, or can’t come before the game, feel free to message me on WhatsApp: +44 7542 543227
How to get there:
\- 10 mins walk from Leyton station
-15 mins walk from Leyton Midland Road overground
\- The court we play on will be confirmed by reception upon arrival \( tell them you were from Sam’s basketball\)
🚘Free street parking nearby
💽Music provided
Keep a Positive vibe, call your own foul!
**Rules**
🍙Team Size & Substitutions: 6 or 5 players per team. If 6 players a team, Please rotate subs within your own team each game so everyone gets plenty of court time. (Max 18 players in this session)
🍰Scoring & Duration: Games are played to 11 points (2-point and 3-point shots count) or 6 minutes—whichever comes first.
🔫 If a team wins 3 games in a row, they’ll need to come off and let another team on, so everyone gets a fair chance to play😊
🫘 Start with new team’s ball ; Need pass after first check ; shoot for it if there is any issues
FRIDAY FOOTBALL @ PULSE CARSHALTON 1900
Football at Pulse Gym in Carshalton
£10
If you get on the waiting list there is a very good chance you will get a game as we have a lot of turnover come Friday mornings
Intermediate & Above
3hrs £15
Location: Ark Walworth Academy
Shorncliffe Rd, London SE1 5UJ
There will be 24 hours cancellation policy. If you can't make it please update your RSVP 24 hours before the session. Anytime under 24 hours and you will be responsible for paying for the session.
The session fee is £15 per 3 hours
make a payment to:
Monzo Personal account
Alvin John Rompe
Sort code: 04-00-04
acct number: 29786770
Tactical Shooting Events This Week
Discover what is happening in the next few days
Outdoors photography workshop with Antonia
Check the end for terms and conditions, by booking you are agreeing to them.
We meet outside St.Paul's tube station infront of Co-Op supermarket.
Save on booking fees and get one on one tuition on our website at:
[https://vosaphotographyworkshops.com/event/outdoors-photography-workshop-with-antonia-2026/](https://vosaphotographyworkshops.com/event/outdoors-photography-workshop-with-antonia-2026/)
We are booked with Antonia:
[https://www.instagram.com/antonia_sabato/](https://www.instagram.com/antonia_sabato/)
We will assist each other, making it a great day to try and test. I will bring flash/reflector that you can use.
Suitable for beginners and experienced photographers. Shoot for practice, fun or your portfolio. Any advice or help that you need please just ask on the day, I can set you up shooting in manual in no time. You can also use our flash and I can help you setting it up, even if it is your first time. Reflectors will also be at hand.
We will shoot in a small group of max 4 in turns and helping each other.
Film cameras and video recording are welcome.
You can check what we have been up to lately on our Instagram
[@shooting_with_models.](https://www.instagram.com/shooting_with_models/?hl=en)
Looking forward to it!
Virgilio
[https://vosaphotographyworkshops.com/](https://vosaphotographyworkshops.com/)
[@vosa.photography](https://www.instagram.com/vosa.photography/?hl=en)
[https://vosa.photography/](https://vosa.photography/)
Terms and conditions:
By purchasing tickets to attend you are waiving any liability on my part for personal damage or accident to you or your personal belongings.
You are responsible for your own person and belongings.
Tickets are non transferable and non refundable except in case of event cancellation, please double check your schedule before signing up.
You agree to follow the organizers instructions at all times and be respectful to all attending and members of the public.
When shooting with a model strictly no physical contact with the model, you can instruct verbally or demonstrate asking to mirror your movement or position...Please keep comments tasteful.
The booked model could be changed if the original model could not attend for any reason.
The stated number of attendeed is a target rarely missed, most often could be lower if bookings are low or in rare occassions higher due to the different booking platforms not synchonising, arrangements will be made if it is deemend by the organiser to significantly impact the smooth running of the workshop.
**Usage**: as the photographer you have the copyright, models sign a model release form that allows the photographers in the workshop to use the photos for personal, portfolio, social media, art, competitions, magazines...
**Not allowed usage** : stock photography, associated with third party brands, demeaning and deep fake including adult content.
You can take a screen shot of the release free of charge on the day of the shoot, if you need a copy afterwards there is a £10 admin fee.
Occasionally you might be recorded in behind the scenes videos, like the instagram stories that we post or the like with an effort to preserve your privacy but if you mind it just make it known by sending me a direct message and you wont appear in any recording.
Saturday Acting Workshop - OTHELLO!!
Following the 5 STAR REVIEWED sell out success of MACBETH and TWELFTH NIGHT - the Acting Gymnasium's acclaimed Saturday workshop returns with a new production of OTHELLO which will play at Network Theatre Waterloo in February 2026.
Email: actinggymnasium@gmail.com - if you'd like to get involved.
⚽ 8 a side Football📍Eltham 📶 Mixed Ability
**BOOK HERE**: https://sportas.co.uk/games/43604
**Game Description:**
SE London Football meet up is a friendly 7/8 a-side football group for intermediate players to have a decent and competitive game of football in south-east London and the surrounding areas.
**Rules**
1\. 8 vs 8
2\. No slide tackles
3\. Change keeper every 8 minutes
4\. Full football rules
⚽ Casual 6 aside Football Game📍Canary Wharf 📶 Mixed Ability
**BOOK HERE**: https://sportas.co.uk/games/43724
**Game Description:**
Come and play in a casual 6 aside game on a Sunday afternoon ⚽️ It’s a beautiful pitch with larger goals 😍
💦 Showers, changing rooms, water fountain and toilets available.
Directions:
🚶♂️1 minute walk from Poplar DLR station
🚗 No designated car parking
Rules
\- Change keeper every 6 minutes
\- Classic 6 aside rules
\- No slide tackles\, play safe
\- Respect everyone on the pitch
🏀 MGB Basketball Game📍 Shacklewell 📶 Advanced
**BOOK HERE**: https://sportas.co.uk/games/43658
**Game Description:**
We aim to start at 9:00 - please arrive on time
Structured Scrimmage for advanced players familiar with organised basketball.
Team Oriented surroundings.
Play Hard , Play Fair
**Rules**
Rules explained on arrival.
full court games with time and score limits.
🏐 Volleyball Session 📍 Brixton 📶 Mixed Ability
**BOOK HERE**: https://sportas.co.uk/games/40964
**Game Description:**
Please be aware that our sessions are also on our own mobile app. Therefore, the number of participants you currently see may not reflect the total number of participants.
Elevate your volleyball skills at our adult coaching sessions! Led by expert coaches, our sessions cater to all levels, from beginners to experienced players. Develop your technique, agility, and teamwork through drills and gameplay. Join our vibrant community and unleash your full potential on the court. Let's play, learn, and excel together.
**Rules**
By booking this session, you acknowledge and agree to comply with our terms and conditions, privacy policies, and cancellation policy, which can be found below.
**Terms & Conditions at:**
https://www.littlegiantsvc.com/terms-and-conditions
**Privacy Policy at:**
https://www.littlegiantsvc.com/privacy-policy
Tactical Shooting Events Near You
Connect with your local Tactical Shooting community
Fundamentals: by do Jung Ishu/ the art of fighting
We are a real world Martial arts group. \
Called DO JUNG ISHU (the art of fighting) \
Based off of Jeet kune do we just continued where Bruce Lee left off. \
We have been around a while. \
We are donation based.
Every week we get together and work technical skills and live pressure testing. \
Almost all of the instructors have been in everything from altercations in the real world to the ring and some still compete in the cage. \
If you want to take your skills up, improve your confidence, gain self defense skills, get in better shape, test yourself or just want to kill some time and possibly get hit a bit come on down. \
We will be located at 3923 N High St, Columbus, OH 43214 inside the whetstone rec center in the auditorium, upstairs in classroom B or outside in the grass between the playground and horseshoe area. our instructors are normally in a black and red art of fighting shirt \ if you can not find us call or text me at 6143570295
Saturday 1pm Wednesday 5:30pm
From Age 16 and up. attendees under the age of 18 must have a guardian with them. \
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You must have a free leisure card for the rec center and must be registered for our class specifically .\
Wear workout clothing \
Bring a MOUTHPIECE! \
WE HAVE GLOVES. \
Hope to see you soon :-).\
We are run off of donations. \
let me know if you have any questions :)
Monthly Meeting (An Evening with DXO Labs (NIK Collection)
Okay, you (at least some of you) asked for it — here it is...
**"An Evening with DXO Labs (NIK Collection 8)"**
For many, many years, the NIK Collection of photo editing tools has been the coveted add-on of choice for many photographers. To know the story of the NIK Collection is to know happiness, angst, celebration, and innovation. But more of that at the meeting!
I will spend a couple of hours going through the most useful tools in the NIK Collection and showing how I use them in my editing workflow. If you aspire to elevate your editing skills and produce better-edited images, this set of tools is worth a look!
Meeting Schedule:
1. 6:00 - Introduction, Meet New Members
2. 6:10 - Old Business
3. 6:20 - New Business
4. 6:30 - Pre-Shoot Briefing/Education
5. 7:15 - Break
6. 7:30 - Image Critique
7. 8:00 - Adjourn
Pre-Shoot Brief/Education:
NIK Collection 8
Image Critique:
Previous Photoshoot Images (iPhone images and Christmas Cards). If anyone has images they would like critiqued, please provide them at the beginning of the meeting.
Providing Images for Critique:
For now, I will collect images at the beginning of the meeting on a USB memory stick. My computer has USB-C ports, so a USB-C memory stick or one with dual (USB-C / USB-A) ports will be needed.
Images should follow these format rules:
JPG - 80% quality or higher
132 dpi resolution
2048 pixels across the long edge
Embedded colorspace - sRGB
Photoshop Bootcamp (Session 01 of 02)
The Photoshop Bootcamp workshop is an intensive training course designed to quickly teach participants the fundamentals and intermediate skills needed to use Adobe Photoshop effectively. This workshop condenses the material covered in introductory and intermediate Photoshop courses into a shorter, information-packed weekend.
Participants will learn to navigate the Photoshop workspace, use tools for retouching and color correction, and manipulate layers and adjustment layers. The workshop also emphasizes practical, hands-on experience with real-world image editing and compositing projects.
The Photoshop Bootcamp workshop will follow the outline below:
I. Introduction to Photoshop
* **A. Understanding the Photoshop Interface:** Exploring the workspace, panels, tools, and options bar.
* **B. Basic Image Concepts:** Pixels, resolution, image sizing, cropping, and color models (RGB vs. CMYK).
* **C. Non-Destructive Editing Principles:** Why it's important and how to maintain flexibility.
II. Working with selections
* **A. Selection Tools:** Marquee, Lasso, Magic Wand, Quick Selection, and Pen tool.
* **B. Refining Selections:** Using Select and Mask, feathering, and other techniques for precise edges.
* **C. Creating and Managing Masks:** Layer masks for non-destructive selections and image blending.
III. Layers and Adjustments
* **A. Understanding and Managing Layers:** Creating, selecting, moving, grouping, and organizing layers.
* **B. Blending Modes:** Exploring different ways layers interact and create visual effects.
* **C. Adjustment Layers:** Non-destructive color and tonal adjustments (e.g., Levels, Curves, Hue/Saturation).
IV. Photo retouching and manipulation
* **A. Healing Tools:** Spot Healing Brush, Healing Brush, and Patch Tool for removing blemishes and unwanted elements.
* **B. Clone Stamp Tool:** Duplicating and removing areas within an image for seamless repairs.
* **C. Content-Aware Tools:** Using features like Content-Aware Fill and Content-Aware Move for intelligent object removal and image manipulation.
V. Advanced techniques
* **A. Smart Objects:** Working with Smart Objects for non-destructive transformations and advanced compositions.
* **B. Filters and Effects:** Exploring the Filter Gallery and applying various effects to images and layers.
* **C. Combining Images:** Compositing and blending multiple images seamlessly using selections, masks, and adjustment layers.
VI. Output and workflow
* **A. Saving for Web and Print:** Understanding image resolution, file formats, and optimization for different output needs.
* **B. Exporting and Sharing Images:** Various methods for exporting and sharing your Photoshop creations.
* **C. Workflow Tips and Best Practices:** Efficient techniques and organizational strategies for working in Photoshop.
VII. Wrap-up and Q&A
* **A. Review of Key Concepts:** Brief recap of the main topics covered during the workshop.
* **B. Open Discussion and Questions:** Answering participants' questions and providing further guidance.
* **C. Next Steps and Resources:** Suggesting additional resources for continued learning and exploration.
The Photoshop Bootcamp workshop is a hands-on workshop, and example files and materials are made available to each participant. Each participant is required to have a computer available for use throughout the workshop. That computer must be adequately configured to run the latest version of Photoshop available in Adobe's Creative Cloud software suite (as of the time of this document, that version is Photoshop 2025 (Version 26.9.0)). Photoshop should be installed and operational before the commencement of the workshop. Please don't hesitate to contact me PRIOR TO THE WORKSHOP to confirm that you are indeed prepared for doing the hands-on exercises during the workshop.
GENERAL WORKSHOP NOTES:
There is a fee of $400 per person associated with this workshop. The Photoshop Bootcamp workshop comprises two sessions (Session 01, November 22nd, and Session 02, November 23rd). The $400 fee covers participation in both sessions.
For scheduling purposes, on Meetup.com, the workshop is broken up into two (2) sessions. You only need to sign up for Session 01 (November 22nd), you will AUTOMATICALLY be signed up for Session 02 (November 23rd).
The following registration/cancellation policy is in place for this workshop:
* The workshop fee is due upon signing up for the event. You will be contacted shortly after you register to make arrangements for processing payment.
* Participant cancellations before October 22nd are entitled to a FULL refund of the workshop fee. Participant cancellations after October 22nd, but before November 15th, are entitled to a 50% refund of the workshop fee. Participant who cancel **after November 15th** will not be entitled to a refund of their workshop fee.
A continental breakfast is available each morning of the workshop (Session 01, November 22nd, Session 02, November 23rd) and includes coffee, tea, juice, and water.
Lunch time (12:00 - 1:00 p.m.) features a catered lunch on each day of the workshop (Session 01, November 22nd, Session 02, November 23rd) and includes a selection of beverages such as coffee, iced tea, soda, and sports drinks.
Photoshop Bootcamp (Session 02 of 02)
The Photoshop Bootcamp workshop is an intensive training course designed to quickly teach participants the fundamentals and intermediate skills needed to use Adobe Photoshop effectively. This workshop condenses the material covered in introductory and intermediate Photoshop courses into a shorter, information-packed weekend.
Participants will learn to navigate the Photoshop workspace, use tools for retouching and color correction, and manipulate layers and adjustment layers. The workshop also emphasizes practical, hands-on experience with real-world image editing and compositing projects.
The Photoshop Bootcamp workshop will follow the outline below:
I. Introduction to Photoshop
* **A. Understanding the Photoshop Interface:** Exploring the workspace, panels, tools, and options bar.
* **B. Basic Image Concepts:** Pixels, resolution, image sizing, cropping, and color models (RGB vs. CMYK).
* **C. Non-Destructive Editing Principles:** Why it's important and how to maintain flexibility.
II. Working with selections
* **A. Selection Tools:** Marquee, Lasso, Magic Wand, Quick Selection, and Pen tool.
* **B. Refining Selections:** Using Select and Mask, feathering, and other techniques for precise edges.
* **C. Creating and Managing Masks:** Layer masks for non-destructive selections and image blending.
III. Layers and Adjustments
* **A. Understanding and Managing Layers:** Creating, selecting, moving, grouping, and organizing layers.
* **B. Blending Modes:** Exploring different ways layers interact and create visual effects.
* **C. Adjustment Layers:** Non-destructive color and tonal adjustments (e.g., Levels, Curves, Hue/Saturation).
IV. Photo retouching and manipulation
* **A. Healing Tools:** Spot Healing Brush, Healing Brush, and Patch Tool for removing blemishes and unwanted elements.
* **B. Clone Stamp Tool:** Duplicating and removing areas within an image for seamless repairs.
* **C. Content-Aware Tools:** Using features like Content-Aware Fill and Content-Aware Move for intelligent object removal and image manipulation.
V. Advanced techniques
* **A. Smart Objects:** Working with Smart Objects for non-destructive transformations and advanced compositions.
* **B. Filters and Effects:** Exploring the Filter Gallery and applying various effects to images and layers.
* **C. Combining Images:** Compositing and blending multiple images seamlessly using selections, masks, and adjustment layers.
VI. Output and workflow
* **A. Saving for Web and Print:** Understanding image resolution, file formats, and optimization for different output needs.
* **B. Exporting and Sharing Images:** Various methods for exporting and sharing your Photoshop creations.
* **C. Workflow Tips and Best Practices:** Efficient techniques and organizational strategies for working in Photoshop.
VII. Wrap-up and Q&A
* **A. Review of Key Concepts:** Brief recap of the main topics covered during the workshop.
* **B. Open Discussion and Questions:** Answering participants' questions and providing further guidance.
* **C. Next Steps and Resources:** Suggesting additional resources for continued learning and exploration.
The Photoshop Bootcamp workshop is a hands-on workshop, and example files and materials are made available to each participant. Each participant is required to have a computer available for use throughout the workshop. That computer must be adequately configured to run the latest version of Photoshop available in Adobe's Creative Cloud software suite (as of the time of this document, that version is Photoshop 2025 (Version 26.9.0)). Photoshop should be installed and operational before the commencement of the workshop. Please don't hesitate to contact me PRIOR TO THE WORKSHOP to confirm that you are indeed prepared for doing the hands-on exercises during the workshop.
GENERAL WORKSHOP NOTES:
There is a fee of $400 per person associated with this workshop. The Photoshop Bootcamp workshop comprises two sessions (Session 01, November 22nd, and Session 02, November 23rd). The $400 fee covers participation in both sessions.
For scheduling purposes, on Meetup.com, the workshop is broken up into two (2) sessions. You only need to sign up for Session 01 (November 22nd), you will AUTOMATICALLY be signed up for Session 02 (November 23rd).
The following registration/cancellation policy is in place for this workshop:
* The workshop fee is due upon signing up for the event. You will be contacted shortly after you register to make arrangements for processing payment.
* Participant cancellations before October 22nd are entitled to a FULL refund of the workshop fee. Participant cancellations after October 22nd, but before November 15th, are entitled to a 50% refund of the workshop fee. Participant who cancel **after November 15th** will not be entitled to a refund of their workshop fee.
A continental breakfast is available each morning of the workshop (Session 01, November 22nd, Session 02, November 23rd) and includes coffee, tea, juice, and water.
Lunch time (12:00 - 1:00 p.m.) features a catered lunch on each day of the workshop (Session 01, November 22nd, Session 02, November 23rd) and includes a selection of beverages such as coffee, iced tea, soda, and sports drinks.

















