Camera Club exhibition opens at Killarney House

Killarney Camera Club’s 25th anniversary exhibition is open to the public at Killarney House until Sunday, October 4.

Mayor of Killarney Councillor John O’Donoghue officially opened the event, which features a wide range of work from local photographers capturing landscapes, people, and moments from home and abroad.

Speaking at the opening, Mayor O’Donoghue highlighted the rich natural surroundings available to local photographers. “We are so fortunate to live in such a beautiful part of the world, with dramatic mountains, lakes, rivers, forests, and a vibrant town centre, as well as beaches and open sea just a short distance away,” he said.

In a lighthearted admission, the Mayor admitted to storing hundreds of photos on his phone, adding that seeing the standard of work on display inspired him “to finally print some of my own photographs for posterity.”

The club was founded in 2001 as the Photographic Society of Killarney at the Park Place Hotel before adopting its current name in 2006. Founding member Seamus Long recalled starting with just eight members, contrasting it with today’s membership of over 30 photographers who meet at the ANAM Arts and Cultural Centre.

“There is nothing better than seeing your images in print, mounted and framed and hanging on a wall,” Mr Long said, referencing the club’s shift from traditional darkrooms to modern digital photography.

To mark the anniversary, the club has published a commemorative booklet featuring 25 select images from members past and present. The limited-edition booklet is available at Eason’s and directly from the club.

The exhibition runs daily at Killarney House until October 4. Admission is free and all are welcome.

Killarney Valley Vintage and Classic Club has unveiled plans for this year’s Christmas in Killarney parades following a trailer donation from Killarney Credit Union.

The local club took delivery of the new trailer from credit union representatives this week to serve as the chassis for a seasonal build.

Following the popularity of their ‘Polar Express’ train (pictured) feature in previous events, club members will gather every Thursday evening to construct the new centrepiece.

The finished float will be a replica of the famous Christman soft drink truck.

Support from Killarney Credit Union and the Killarney Chamber of Tourism and Commerce will allow the voluntary group to expand its entry in the annual festival.

Club members thanked Killarney Credit Union for enabling the build, adding that seeing the reaction of local children and families to their vintage vehicles makes the construction work worthwhile.

Representatives from both Killarney Credit Union and the Killarney Chamber of Tourism and Commerce attended the official handover at the credit union’s premises this week.