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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.
Explore the Tiny World of Macro Photography – Join Our Hands-On Evening!
Get up close and personal with the fascinating world of macro photography at our upcoming hands-on evening! Whether you're a seasoned macro enthusiast or just curious to try something new, this is a perfect opportunity to explore the art of capturing stunning close-up images. We’ll have multiple themed stations set up, giving you the chance to circulate, experiment, and photograph a variety of intricate subjects—from textures and patterns to tiny objects you might never have
Mar 21, 2025
Portrait Results and Next Week's Plans
Thursday night saw the much-anticipated judging of our Portrait Competition , with Peter Wells taking on the challenge of selecting winners from a truly outstanding set of images. For me, a great judging session is one where you learn something new and have a laugh along the way —and Peter certainly delivered on both fronts! His insightful critiques and engaging commentary made for an enjoyable evening while also helping us see our work from a fresh perspective. With such a
Mar 15, 2025
Portrait Competition Judging – Join Us!
We’re excited to welcome Peter Wells as our guest judge for this year’s Portrait Competition ! Peter will carefully review entries across two categories— prints and digitally projected images —selecting his personal favourites. Beyond choosing the winners, Peter will provide invaluable feedback on each submission, sharing what stands out in the images and offering constructive suggestions for improvement. This is a fantastic opportunity for our members to celebrate their
Mar 7, 2025
Meet Max and Claire: Exploring Their Photographic Journeys
Max and Claire may be relatively new to our club, but they’ve already made a strong impression. Max has showcased his fantastic skills in travel and portrait photography, while Claire has captivated us with her stunning nature and travel images. This week, we have the opportunity to dive deeper into their photographic journeys—discovering what inspires them, the lessons they’ve learned along the way, and the tips they have to share. Don’t miss the chance to view their incredi
Feb 28, 2025
Reflection Results
A huge thank you to Christine Hodgson for judging our Reflection Competition! 👏 Congratulations to everyone who entered, and an extra well done to those who placed. The standard was incredible, making Christine’s job very tough! Check out the winning images on our posters and visit our website to see them in full size.
Feb 24, 2025
A Unique Opportunity: Masters of Prints Exhibition
Don’t miss this incredible chance to explore the Masters of Prints exhibition, presented by the Photographic Alliance of Great Britain (PAGB) . This prestigious showcase features 60 breathtaking images , each crafted by a different photographer and selected as a first-time exhibition entry. This week, Otley Camera Club will be visiting the exhibition hosted by our friends from Cookridge Camera Club . It’s a fantastic opportunity to immerse yourself in some of the finest pho
Feb 23, 2025
Reflection Competition Judging Night
Next week at Otley Camera Club, we are excited to welcome Christine Hodgson as our guest judge for our Reflections competition. This eagerly anticipated event will showcase our members’ creative interpretations of reflections, with images presented in two categories: prints and digitally projected images. Christine will bring her expertise and keen eye to the judging process, selecting her personal favourites while providing invaluable feedback on each submission. Her insigh
Feb 8, 2025
Knockout Photography & Multiple Exposure
Last Thursday, we hosted our very first Photography Knockout Night , and what a fantastic evening it was! The event brought excitement and plenty of engaging photographic discussions. What Is Photography Knockout? 📸🔥 This unique event is a battle of creativity where images face off in a thrilling competition. Here’s how it works: 32 Captivating Images: The competition kicks off with 32 stunning photographs. Head-to-Head Face-offs: Each pair of images is presented to the a
Feb 1, 2025
Photography Knockout Night at Otley Camera Club!
We are thrilled to announce an exciting new addition to our programme: Photography Knockout Night! This fully interactive event is sure to be an evening packed with fun, friendly competition, and engaging photographic discussions. What Is Photography Knockout? Imagine a thrilling battle of creativity where images face off in a series of head-to-head matches. Here's how it works: 32 Images: The event kicks off with 32 captivating photographs. Paired Competitions: Each pair
Jan 25, 2025
Long Exposure Night: A Favourite of Otley Camera Club
Thursday evening turned out to be perfect for one of Otley Camera Club's most eagerly anticipated events: long exposure photography. Despite the day starting with rain, the skies cleared just in time for us to head out and create some magical shots. Long exposure photography is always a club favourite, offering endless creative possibilities. We had a fantastic turnout, with members braving the earlier weather to join us for this exciting session. Armed with tripods, cameras,
Jan 25, 2025
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