The final monthly competition on Thursday of last week drew a smaller number of entries however the images presented were of a consistently high standard and saw Catherine Comber continue in a rich vein of form in the novice competition and Terry McCartney do likewise in the advance section.

A theme competition whereby competitors contribute four prints on one mount around a common subject is viewed by many to be a more complex subject and requires not only excellent camera skills but also a creative bent both of which were demonstrated on the night.

The novice competition had six mounts in the monochrome section and 10 in colour. Catherine Comber secured a First for here eye-catching depiction of the Belfast wheel in a variety of guises and second place for an eerie selection of gravestones. Stephen Hetherington secured a well-deserved third place.

In the colour section Stephen upped the antae securing first place for a truly wonderful selection of junior rugby pictures with a range of facial expressions catching the eye. Linda Phair placed second and Catherine Comber was once again amongst the winners securing third place.

There were five entries in the advanced monochrome section with Teresa McMahon claiming top spot for her depiction of a friend's newborn baby. Derek Preston claimed second place and Terry McCartney came third for his portrayal of free jumpers in and around Enniskillen. In the colour section Terry claimed first place for an imaginative take on the recent St. Patrick's Day celebration in Dublin. Second place also went to Terry with third place being claimed by Derek Preston for his depiction of Decorative masks.

The next meeting will be the launch of the EPS 2008 Annual Exhibition and will take place on the 15th May at 8pm SHARP. Members and guests are welcome. Refreshments will be served. The exhibition will by running for two weeks on the Mezzanine level of the Ardhowen Theatre – Open each week day from 9am to 5pm. For more information visit www.enniskillenphotosociety.com