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Shooting with the Pros at the Wiltshire Air Ambulance airbase

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Join us on Thursday, 12th May 2022 for a unique opportunity to shoot at the stunning Wiltshire Air Ambulance airbase, guided by Sony Europe Imaging Ambassador Terry Donnelly.

This is a unique opportunity to spend the day immersed in photography at the state of the art home of the live saving Wiltshire Air Ambulance Service.

Terry has worked with the emergency crews of Wiltshire Air Ambulance in 2019 and in 2021, documenting the emergency crews operating during the pandemic, and is believed to be the only photographer in the UK to have been given exclusive access during the pandemic by any UK air ambulance service. The work resulted in a a number of print exhibitions, including one at the Royal Photographic Society and attracted a letter of commendation from His Royal highness the Duke of Cambridge for the work. Terry will be guiding you and sharing his knowledge and expertise on how to best capture photographs of this life saving service.

Not only will you gain an insight into a day of the life of the Helicopter Emergency Medical Services (HEMS) this is also a fantastic opportunity to capture a variety of images, while at the airbase. Sony will be bringing their full range of Sony Alpha cameras and a wide selection of G Master lenses for you to get hands on with and will be offering expert advice – so don’t forget to bring an SD card!

This is a Sony event where existing Sony users are welcome to bring their own kit although you are welcome to try out a variety of different cameras and lenses throughout your day. If you’re not a current Sony user but are considering the switch, this is a fantastic opportunity to try out a variety of the cameras and lenses for the day, along with expert advice from a technical expert from Sony UK and award-winning photographer and Sony Ambassador Terry Donnelly. Simply leave all your kit at home, although don’t forget to bring a memory card for any images you may wish to keep!

During the day, Terry Donnelly will be giving a valuable insight into his work with the Air Ambulance over the last 3 years which has been exhibited in print at the Royal Photographic Society and London Photo Convention, with the work being commended by H.R.H. The Duke of Cambridge. Terry will also be on hand throughout the day offering advice and tips on how you can make the best of your photos on the day.

Specialist ink and paper suppliers Fotospeed are going to be offering free on-site printing of your favourite images throughout the day.

Included in the ticket price is a business buffet lunch with refreshments available. Should you have any dietary requirements, please state these at the time of the booking so we can cater to your needs.

Part of your ticket price will also go towards the Wiltshire Air Ambulance who are a registered charity which relies on donations to keep saving lives. They receive no regular direct funding from the Government or National Lottery grants.

Below is an itinerary of the day although this may be subject to change due to operational duties of the emergency crew.

Schedule:

09.30 Attendees arrive and refreshments
10.00: Introduction to Sony by Mark Baber
10.30: Presentation by Terry Donnelly
11.00: Refreshment Break
11.20: Hands on with cameras
11.30: Activity 1. Airbase show around with photo opportunities along the way*
12.30: Lunch
13.15: Activity 2. Portrait shoot with crew member*
14.15: Refreshments
14.30: Debrief, Q&A and opportunity to print pictures.
15:30 Finish

*Activities timings and availability subject to change due to operational duties.

Places are available for just £65.00 per person and are limited to just 12 delegates.

Learn more about the range of Sony products at www.parkcameras.com/brand/sony.

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About the Wiltshire Air Ambulance:

We provide an essential Helicopter Emergency Medical Service (HEMS) throughout the county and beyond, delivering the best medical care possible to anybody who lives, works or travels in Wiltshire.

Our paramedics are trained in Critical Care skills, enabling them to perform enhanced procedures and administer additional pain relief and medication. The air ambulance can be ready for take-off in just two minutes and reach anywhere in Wiltshire within nine minutes. The speed of our helicopter, along with the skill of our crew, can make the difference between life and death.

We can fly up to 19 hours a day and attend, on average, 3 potentially lifesaving missions a day. We are called to all kinds of emergencies, from road traffic collisions to cardiac incidents, child-related emergencies to horse riding and cycling injuries. These incidents are not just in Wiltshire but in neighbouring counties as well.

Wiltshire Air Ambulance is a charity that relies on public donations, the support of businesses and the local community to raise the £3.75 million a year needed to keep this lifesaving service and crew flying.

About Terry Donnelly:

Terry is one of Sony Europes imaging Ambassadors and works in top flight sports and environmental portraiture, winning photographer of the year awards each year since 2014.

He is the holder of three Fellowships and a Masters in photography, including a Fellowship with the Royal Photographic Society FRPS and has had work exhibited in over 25 countries.

Find out more about Terry and see some of his work at terrydonnelly.co.uk.

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By Park Cameras on 12/03/2022