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Welcome to the Otley Camera Club blog, where you can keep up to date with everything happening in and around the club.
Here you will find posts covering a wide range of activities, including club nights, competitions, outings and our involvement in the local community. It’s a great way to see what the club has been doing and the photography our members are producing.
You can use the options below to filter posts by category, including Out and About, Community, Competitions and Club Nights, making it easy to explore the areas that interest you most.
Meet The Members
Find out about some of our members and take a look at their stunning images.
Meet the Members – John Northover LRPS, CPAGB
This week we meet John Northover LRPS, CPAGB who joined Otley Camera Club two & a half years ago after moving up north. John is a fabulous photographer and his talent has certainly been recognised within the club, having been crowned Photographer of the Year for the last two years running! John is always happy to share his knowledge with fellow members, particularly during our practical sessions, where he is often on hand to help and offer advice. He has also shared his photo
Aug 19
Meet the Member – Kay Roxby
Kay Roxby joined Otley Camera Club three years ago after moving south from Scotland and has become a valued member of the club. Her photography spans wildlife, landscapes and high-speed sporting action, demonstrating both technical skill and an eye for capturing special moments. Kay is also passionate about using photography to support the local community and has recently produced a fantastic collection of images for Otley Cricket Club. When asked about her most memorable pho
Aug 7
Meet the Members – Jeff Green
A member of Otley Camera Club for around 10 years, Jeff Green has built an impressive and varied portfolio, but he is perhaps best known amongst members for his incredible ultra close-up macro photography. His stunning images reveal details that are normally invisible to the naked eye and never fail to impress. Jeff's photography spans wildlife, nature, travel, monochrome and creative imagery, demonstrating both technical skill and a willingness to experiment across different
Aug 3
Meet the Members – David Baron
Travel, wildlife and adventure are at the heart of David Baron's photography. From the wildlife-rich plains of Africa to the towering peaks of the Himalayas and the Alps, his images capture the beauty and diversity of the natural world, alongside dramatic landscapes from closer to home. Since joining Otley Camera Club two years ago, David has embraced the opportunity to develop his photography even further. The club has encouraged him to step beyond his comfort zone, explorin
Jul 23
Meet The Members – Claire Wilson Sharp
This week in our summer Meet The Members series we're featuring Claire Wilson Sharp. Claire has enjoyed photography for many years, although for much of that time it was simply a way of recording memorable moments. Her camera usually accompanied her on holidays, where she found herself naturally drawn to landscapes, wildlife and the places she visited. Inspired by a friend whose photography had flourished after joining a camera club, Claire decided to become a member of Otley
Jul 17
Meet The Member: Karen Weir
Karen has been one of Otley Camera Club's success stories over the past year. Her confidence behind the camera has blossomed, her photography has reached a new level, and she's enjoyed her most successful competition season to date. With more placings than ever before, including 2nd Place in the Landscape Competition with her stunning image of Loch Muick, Karen has shown that hard work, enthusiasm and a willingness to try new things really do pay off. Karen picked up a camera
Jul 11
Meet The Members – Mary Marshall
This week in our summer Meet The Members series we're featuring Mary Marshall. Mary originally joined Otley Camera Club to unravel the mysteries of photography and finally understand terms such as f-stops, apertures and shutter speeds. Since then, she has learned a tremendous amount, not only through the club's talks and practical evenings but also from the support, encouragement and example set by fellow members. For Mary, one of the greatest strengths of the club is its fri
Jul 2
Meet The Members: Danni Burgess
📸 Meet The Members – Danni Burgess 📸 This week in our summer Meet The Members series we're featuring Danni Burgess. Danni's photography journey began quite recently, inspired by joining her husband, Chris, on his countryside walks. What started as a growing interest in local wildlife quickly became a passion, and the turning point came when Chris gifted her a Canon camera for Christmas in 2023. Since then, Danni has embraced every opportunity to get outdoors and explore. Wh
Jun 28
Meet The Members: Chris Burgess
📸 Meet The Members – Chris Burgess 📸 This week in our summer Meet The Members series we're featuring Chris Burgess. Chris has recently rediscovered his love of photography. A lifelong outdoor enthusiast, he has always enjoyed hiking and exploring the countryside, particularly in and around the Yorkshire Dales, often with a camera tucked into his pocket. However, like many of us, the demands of everyday life meant that photography had to take a back seat for a number of year
Jun 21
Meet The Members: Keira Thorogood
Keira is one of Otley Camera Club's most accomplished photographers, having been awarded Photographer of the Year in 2019, 2020 and 2021, as well as winning Photo of the Year in 2023. These achievements reflect not only her technical skill but also her ability to produce outstanding images across a wide range of photographic genres. However, as you can see from this selection of photographs, nature and wildlife photography hold a special place in Keira's heart. Many early mor
Jun 17
Meet The Members: Les Smart
📸 Meet The Members – Les Smart 📸 This week in our summer Meet The Members series we're featuring Les Smart. Originally from Liverpool, Les likes to joke that he had to leave because he doesn't like football! A member of Otley Camera Club since 2017, Les recently stepped down from the role of Competition Secretary after many years of dedicated service (joining the committee on almost his first visit to the club). During his time in the role, he did an outstanding job helping
Jun 12
Meet The Members: Richard Sells
This week in our summer Meet The Members series we're featuring Richard Sells. Richard recently stepped down as Chair after two years leading the club but remains an active committee member with responsibility for the club's website and social media. Outside the club, Richard teaches computing at a local primary school and also runs a beginner's photography course through a community education programme. Unlike many photographers, Richard doesn't have a favourite genre and en
Jun 5
Meet the Members: James Grimmitt
Our final “Meet the Members” feature introduces James Grimmitt, an outstanding photographer and a valued member of our club. James consistently performs well in our competitions and has recently achieved his British Photographic Exhibitions Crown 2 award – a fantastic accomplishment that reflects both skill and dedication. James has a remarkable eye for detail, and his images are thoughtfully composed. He pays particular attention to leading lines, using them to guide the vie
Aug 12, 2025
Meet the Members – Margaret Purkis
Our Meet the Members series continues with someone who has quickly become an invaluable part of Otley Camera Club – Margaret Purkis . Margaret recently completed her second year with us, and in that short time she’s made a big impression. At our last AGM, she generously stepped forward to take on the role of Secretary , a position that helps keep the club running smoothly. We’re delighted – and very grateful – to have her in that role. Like many of our newer members, Margare
Aug 10, 2025
Meet the Member: Jerry Marriner
In this edition of our Meet the Member series, we're delighted to introduce someone who needs little introduction—Jerry Marriner. Jerry is believed to be the longest-standing member of our club, and his contribution over the years has been invaluable. His dedication, support, and quiet leadership have helped shape the club into what it is today. He’s served as treasurer not once, but twice, and is always one of the first to offer help behind the scenes. Whether it’s sharing
Aug 2, 2025
Meet the Members: Massimiliano Malisan (Max)
Our Meet the Members series continues with a spotlight on one of our talented and dedicated members— Massimiliano Malisan , or as most of us know him, Max . We were very fortunate when Max joined Otley Camera Club from Hebden Bridge Camera Club after relocating to the area. With his warm personality and outstanding photographic skill, Max quickly became an active and valued part of the club. He regularly joins our photography outings and is always willing to lend a hand at
Jul 19, 2025
Meet the Members: Andy Hoyle
In this edition of our Meet the Members series, we’re delighted to shine the spotlight on our Vice Chair, Andy Hoyle. Andy first joined the club back in the 1960s, making him one of our longest-standing members. Over the decades, he’s built up an incredible wealth of knowledge and photographic experience — and what makes Andy so special is his generosity in sharing it. Whether it’s a tip on technique or advice on gear, Andy is always ready to help. He plays a particularly ac
Jul 12, 2025
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