Last week saw the start of our Product Photography Trilogy at Otley Camera Club. In the first session, our experienced members demonstrated the five practical stations that will be used in next week’s hands-on evening. Each station focuses on different techniques and lighting setups, offering a mix of creative challenges and learning opportunities. The upcoming practical session will feature: Beginner-friendly stations, where members can learn and experiment with guidance. Advanced setups,...

Next week marks the start of our three-part series on product photography  at Otley Camera Club. The aim of this series is to help members develop their skills and prepare for our upcoming Product Competition . The sessions will guide members through every stage of the process — from concept and setup to shooting and editing. Session One:  A tutorial evening introducing the techniques, lighting setups, and creative approaches used in product photography. Session Two:  A practical session...

Last night marked the start of our competition season at Otley Camera Club, with the Open Competition. Over the past few years, our membership has grown dramatically — and that was reflected in the number of entries this time around - it must have been a record! Our judge, Giles Rocholl, had the challenging task of reviewing 105 images across both Print and Projected Digital Image (PDI) categories. The overall standard was superb, making his decisions even more difficult! Giles rose to the...