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Lime this time to create a stunning bubbles themed photo

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By Michelle Crean

Using lime to create bubbles resulted in a stunning image which has helped one amateur photographer to win a photo competition.

Anne Kelly won the Novice category of Killarney Camera Club's November competition with her exquisite 'Lime Bubbles' photo.

Anne used a lime in sparkling water in a square glass vase with a black card as a background.

"I always wanted to try this photo as I love a nice gin and tonic, so our ‘Bubbles’ themed competition was the perfect time to try it out,” Anne said.

I followed a tutorial on YouTube by Peter Baumgarten on www.creativeislandphoto.com/blog/a-bit-of-bubbly. I had to use a skewer through the side of the slice of lime that's out of shot to keep it from floating up, and I stabilised that with a combination of clothes pegs and chopsticks across the top of the vase. I then set my camera on a tripod, and as I don't have a macro lens, I used my 50-150 lens with a macro converter to allow me to focus close up, and used my flash as the bubbles were moving around. After lots of trial and error I managed to get a few decent shots."

Here are the Novice category results:

1st Place: Anne Kelly, Image 2, Lime Bubbles, 165 points
2nd Place: Noel O'Neill, Image 19, Bubbles, 159 points
3rd Place: Maryann Heidtke, Image 5, Leaf Bubble, 153 points

The club’s Zoom meeting took place on Thursday last where they shared members' images on screen.

Anyone interested in joining the club can email secretary@killarneycameraclub.ie.

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Killarney Pumpkin Farm returns for Halloween

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The annual event is in its sixth year and caters to people of all ages.

The farm is located in Headford; it is open every weekend for the month of October and the week of Halloween.

From pumpkin patches and cornflower mazes to witches and potions, there is something for everyone at the farm.

The eleven77 bus provides cosy comfort food and there are resident Alpacas on the farm.

Roam around the haunted cottage, enjoy storytelling with the Seanchai and explore the pretty pumpkin pixie village.

Pre-booking is essential, and tickets are available on the Killarney Pumpkin Farm’s website. It promises to be a jam-packed day of fun with the entire family.

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Killarney Toastmasters host special open night

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Killarney Toastmasters is inviting members of the local community to an open night at the Dromhall Hotel on Muckross Road this Tuesday evening at 7.30pm.

The event aims to help adults improve public speaking skills, whether preparing for workplace presentations, wedding toasts, or everyday conversations.

Guests can attend without any pressure or obligation to speak on the night.


For over two decades, the local club has provided a structured space for members to build confidence, practice impromptu speaking, and develop leadership attributes through constructive feedback and group exercises.


Club President Nikolina Tijardovic highlighted the broader personal benefits of joining the organization, noting that meetings are grounded in encouragement and mutual respect so members can progress at their own pace.


Admission to the open night is free for all visitors. Further information is available by contacting Anthony Walsh on 085 7314505, emailing president-590632@toastmastersclubs.org, or visiting the Killarney Toastmasters Facebook page.

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