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Cape Camera March 2022

Greyton farm barn panorama by Paul Bruins

Hurry! You don’t want to miss the Greyton PSSA congress

Several CTPS members are involved with organising this year’s
PSSA Congress in Greyton, the picturesque town on our doorstep,

which offers so many photo opportunities. The congress is already
attracting many interested delegates writes Trudi du Toit

Towards the end of August this year, photographers from across be able to host in the hall for lectures. Should there be another
the country will be converging on Greyton and Genadendal, round of COVID restrictions, the number of delegates we can
two Overberg towns with quaint authentic heritage build- accommodate will be much reduced. To avoid disappointment,
ings surrounded by scenic landscapes. They will, however, be it would be wise to register now, even if you wish to pay later.
attracted by far more than the photo-around-every-corner of- As long as you pay before the 30th of June , you’ll qualify for the
fered by these towns. early bird discount.
At the PSSA Congress in Greyton (21 to 25 August this year) del- Visit the PSSA Congress pages for information about the differ-
egates will be intrigued and entertained by a line-up of best-in- ent registration options for full delegates, PSSA members or
class presenters covering just about every aspect of photogra- day visitors. You can also view the programme, which offers you
phy. They will also have the opportunity to dine and chat with plenty of time to capture the beautiful landscapes around sun-
photographers from all over the country who’ll become instant rise and sunset – or during the day – by either following maps
friends because they share an interest. provided by the Photoshoot Team or joining a guided photo-
Several CTPS members are actively involved with making this shoot tour. Photoshoot tours of the authentic cottage architec-
a congress to remember. Nicol du Toit was appointed by PSSA ture in Greyton and the restored heritage square in Genadendal
as convenor/organiser in his capacity as PSSA Regional Direc- led by experts will further ensure unique architectural images,
tor, and he is assisted by Trudi du Toit (promotion and venues), while guided afternoon walks in Genadendal should provide
Jacoba van Zyl (restaurant allocation), Lesley Parolis (sound and great subjects for street photographers.
projection) and Kim Stevens, who’ll be talking about "Infrared – Another reason people attend congresses is to meet and so-
Seeing Life in a different Light" and will report on the best spots cialise with other photographers. Between the morning and
to photograph wildflowers after the conference. afternoon sessions, and at the end of each day, delegates will
Greyton was selected as the Kwêla Dorp van die Jaar for 2021/22 have the chance to unwind and enjoy a tasty lunch and dinner
and the subsequent series of TV broadcasts about the town re- (included in the registration fee). Some of the top restaurants
sulted in exceptional tourist interest. The locals therefore warn in Greyton have come on board and will be offering set menus
that potential delegates should make sure that they book ac- to congress delegates. Please keep in mind that it will be win-
commodation as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. ter (not tourist season) and several restaurants will be closed
Two of the boutique hotels, The Post House and Greyton Lodge, on certain days while others will be fully booked for congress.
are offering congress delegates special discount deals and are Therefore, please double-check availability if you plan on din-
keeping rooms available until the end of April. Contact Trudi du ing on your own.
Toit on trudi@sportstrader.co.za for more information. The main reason, however, why most people attend a photo-
Early in March, more than sixty people had already registered graphic congress is to learn new techniques and genres and
– almost a third of the maximum number of delegates we will improve their own photography.

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