Information about the MCPFInformation about the MCPFThe Midland Counties Photographic Federation is one of fifteen Federations which comprise The Photographic Alliance of Great Britain. (PAGB) The member clubs of these Federations are automatically affiliated to the PAGB.
The chief aim of the Federation is to assist societies to provide adequate programmes of interest and instruction for their members through the judges and lecturers. Members of Council are willing to help in any way possible when invited to do so.
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The Council always welcomes new members who may wish to serve on Council. To qualify, a new Council Member must be a member of a MCPF Club or Society. Clubs are invited to nominate prospective Council members annually. The first approach should be made to any Council Member or by letter to the General Secretary.
| Position | Name & Contact Details |
|---|---|
| President | David Moore EFIAP MPAGB BPE5* |
| Vice President | Judith Parry DPAGB Hon.PAGB |
| General Secretary | Mary Jenkins 11c Mary Road, Stechford, Birmingham, B33 8AR Tel: 0121 628 6105 email: |
| Treasurer | Ian Bailey FCCA LRPS CPAGB |
Judges are available for all types of exhibitions, competitions etc. They are listed in the PAGB Handbook and are appointed by a Judges' Committee. They agree to be listed in the Handbook and visit Societies on the terms outlined in the Handbook so that Societies know in advance the approximate cost of a Judge's visit.
Lecturers are listed in the PAGB Handbook together with the subjects covered and are available to visit Member Societies. They are volunteers, and agree to lecturer under the terms of the PAGB Handbook so establishing a known cost to member clubs.
Insurance through the Photographic Alliance of Great Britain via the Federation is available for Public Liability. A personal "All Risks" for Camera Equipment is also available.
The MCPF Newsletter is published free twice a year, and copies are available to Member Societies for distribution among the Society Members.
Before each General Meeting, Societies are circulated with all relevant information and occasionally there are extra mailings.
An Electronic Scoring Machine may be obtained on free loan (subject to availability) by Member Societies on written application. Clubs are responsible for the cost of any physical damage to the machine whilst in their possession.
Use of vehicles for Camera Club Outings - download the experience of Lichfield Camera Club regarding minibus use.