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Malta - The One Challenge Europe 2009, October 17th


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I can't be there this year chaps, but Venice would get my vote for next - if we agreed to meet in a cafe on St Mark's square I don't think there'd be too many people offering to buy the first round of drinks <grin>.

 

Perhaps we could think about having two challenges, the usual daytime one, and then a quick 1 hour night time one before the meal?

 

I've emailed Leica UK asking if they want to provide a souvenir for everyone, and a prize for the winner. I haven't had a response yet, I think they may be busy at the moment.

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Steve, Erl, Ravi, sorry to hear you guys can't make it. My flights booked but I have had a mishap and hurt my back rather badly, added to my other pressures......I'm hoping I can still make it over next month.

 

Night challenge, love it :) I'd be up for Melbourne, my sister lives nearby so I could combine a long overdue visit to her with a challenge, but I'm not sure how many other regulars could make such a trip.

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A double-challenge in Venice sounds absolutely brilliant. :)

 

Choosing October should also reduce the tourist-density to an acceptable level.

 

Venice is the place for a night challenge. There are assassins lurking in every corner at night, but I'm confident we can outlurk them. ;)

 

Stefan

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Last time I tried photographing "Assassins" at night, I got arrested, in Morocco, and had my film 'dissapeared' by the undercover guys. Next time I will have a workable plan. Venice, stay awake. Your'e on candid camera. Now, gotta go and pick up my M9 so I can practice for Venice. ;)

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I guess the approved technique is to hide one's camera under one's cloak.

 

In Venice, assassins have their own alley, seemingly. I guess this made the craft somewhat respectable.... ;)

 

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Sorry that some I had hoped would join in were unable to do so. Best wishes and hope to meet you all some time or another.

 

As for 2010, Venice sounds neat, but I would toss Istanbul and St. Petersburg into the selection hat.

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I wasn't serious about Hong Kong or San Francisco. Neither of them are in Europe, for a start ;)

 

Venice is a good one for me. St Petersburg could be a bit chilly, and I haven't ever considered going to Istanbul.

 

I do fancy Scandinavia, though. Copenhagen/Oslo/Stockholm maybe?

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After 4 or 5 visits over the years to Istanbul and Turkey in general you can assume I am very impressed with it. Regrettably, over the years I have seen Istanbul deteriorate but I guess that is true of many culturally beautiful places.

 

Wherever, I would urge the inclusion of a night shoot perhaps as an addition rather that instead of the day shoot competition. They could be combined or two separate events for judging. Just a thought for the decision maker(s) to consider.

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I wasn't serious about Hong Kong or San Francisco. Neither of them are in Europe, for a start ;)

 

Venice is a good one for me. St Petersburg could be a bit chilly, and I haven't ever considered going to Istanbul.

 

I do fancy Scandinavia, though. Copenhagen/Oslo/Stockholm maybe?

 

I think I suggested Copenhagen last year. It is, like all the Scandanavian cities, expensive tho'.

 

Barcelona was a close runner-up for this year IIRC.

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Brian, I agree about Copenhagen and Scandanavia in general. Expensive, but nice.

 

Yes, Barcelona was high on the list last year and is a fantastic locale.

 

I think what will swing a final decision will be how of us have been to "where" and will enjoy a return. Early days yet, but those of you traveling this year will need something to discuss besides gossiping about we "stay at home" types. :D

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Let's not get ahead of ourselves, guys. We have this year's Challenge to look forwards to first :)

 

I propose that we do the "short list for next year" vote again, while in Malta.

 

Of course Andy! It's always interesting to see what names pop up on that list. :)

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Let's not get ahead of ourselves, guys. We have this year's Challenge to look forwards to first :)

 

I propose that we do the "short list for next year" vote again, while in Malta.

 

Just thought I'd sow a "few seeds for thought" that might ferment while you all gargle Maltese beer. :D

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I wasn't serious about Hong Kong or San Francisco. Neither of them are in Europe, for a start ;)

 

Venice is a good one for me. St Petersburg could be a bit chilly, and I haven't ever considered going to Istanbul.

 

I do fancy Scandinavia, though. Copenhagen/Oslo/Stockholm maybe?

 

 

Dubai isn't in Europe either but I believe it's included in the European Golf Open/Championship, or whatever it's called ..... not into golf.

 

Venice does sound good.

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I'll get the practical info done and posted during the week end or on Monday.

 

Looks like a good turnout this year even thoughbsome of the regulars can't make it. I, for one, is really looking forward to it.

 

Double challenge, now that is an interesting idea. We (or Bill) would have to come up with an amendment to the rules unless we just want to make it simple and run it as two separate challenges.

 

Carl

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