Annual Exhibition 2025 Now Online

Great Black-backed Gull Mobbing White-tailed Eagle  —  Lachlan French  —  Winner (Nature) & Winner (People's Choice)

Brown Argus Butterfly Resting on a Snail  —  Martin Johnson  —  Commended & Sponsor's Award (WEX Photo Video)

Tower in Bermondsey  —  Eleni Paliginis  —  Highly Commended

Contemplation  —  Jamie Dalrymple  —  Commended

Hummingbird, Costa Rica  —  Clive Downes  —  Commended

Growth  —  Jenny Collier  —  Winner (Colour Pictorial)

Southwold Out of Season  —  Debra Bennett  —  Commended

City of Arts and Sciences, Valencia  —  Richard Bircham  —  Commended

Erica in Blue  —  Yvette Smith  —  Commended

Triangular Trap  —  Sue Vaines  —  Highly Commended

This Wasn't Forecast  —  Mike Harris  —  Sponsor's Award (Cambridge Independent)

All Mod Cons  —  Sue Vaines  —  Highly Commended

Blue Sky Thinking  —  Jonathan Vaines  —  Highly Commended

Shapes in the City  —  Jenny Collier  —  Commended

The Pink Flamingo  —  Yvette Smith  —  Selector's Award (Roy Essery)

Amazon Woman  —  Peter Baker  —  Highly Commended

St Augustus  —  Petros Spyrou  —  Highly Commended

Quiet Moment at the Mehrangarh Fort, Jodhpur  —  Shelagh Wooster  —  Winner (Travel)

The Queen  —  Petros Spyrou  —  Winner (Colour People)

Menai Suspension  —  Jim Cromwell  —  Print of the Year & Winner (Monochrome Pictorial)

Frosty Morning, Audley End House and Gardens  —  Lachlan French  —  Highly Commended

Stiletto Fly  —  Barry Badcock  —  Highly Commended

Winter Sunrise, Sligachan Bridge  —  Gyles Glover  —  Sponsor's Award (Campkins Cameras)

Trumpington Meadows  —  Barry Badcock  —  Selector's Award (Tom Peck)

Contemplation  —  Mark Randall  —  Winner (Mayor's Choice)

Turf Fen Mill  —  Jim Bennett  —  Commended

Sunset and Shadow in the Mesquite Dunes  —  Andrew Colgan  —  Commended

Crab Spider  —  Barry Badcock  —  Commended

Crowned in Light  —  Peter Baker  —  Highly Commended

Sun Voyager  —  Martin Goddard  —  Commended

A Study of Mayflies  —  Vivienne Houghton  —  Highly Commended

South of the River  —  Peter Benson  —  Commended

In the Parlour  —  Sue Vaines  —  Highly Commended

Architectural Abstraction  —  Jenny Collier  —  Highly Commended

Fourteen and a Half Shirt Street  —  Jonathan Vaines  —  Commended

Millennium Bridge, London  —  Shelagh Wooster  —  Commended

Grey Wagtail Hunting Mayfly  —  Mike Harris  —  Commended

In the Shadow of Giants  —  Peter Baker  —  Highly Commended

Trumpeter Swans  —  Lachlan French  —  Selector's Award (Nick Akers)

Black-tailed Godwit  —  Barry Badcock  —  Highly Commended

Brassing About  —  Faruk Kara  —  Commended

November  —  Debra Bennett  —  Winner (Creative)

White Window Frames  —  Barry Badcock  —  Highly Commended

Lón Bay, Iceland  —  Sally Freeman  —  Highly Commended

The Last Punch  —  Peter Benson  —  Highly Commended

Posing  —  Clive Downes  —  Winner (Monochrome People)

Mating Banded Demoiselles  —  Stacey Purkiss  —  Highly Commended

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The Old Woman Does AI - Sally Sallett ARPS CPAGB AFIAP BPE3*

1.12.25  Sally Sallett is a keen photographer with many distinctions under her belt.  One day in 2023, she was shown an image by a friend, who explained that it had been created with AI.  Rather than spurning it as 'not real photography' Sally was intrigued and so began her interest in using AI to create images just for fun.  She mostly uses MS Bing for her creations which she creates in many different styles e.g. cement, quilling; watercolour; paint spatter; filligree; steampunk - the list goes on.  It really is limited only by your imagination.  She creates birthday cards for friends and family and shares her images on social media, where she has built up quite a following of fellow enthusiasts.  She does not pretend it is photography, but simply sees it as another creative outlet.  Towards the end of the talk, she demonstrated how easy it is to make an image and encouraged our members to 'just have a go'.  Find Sally Sallett on Instagram and Facebook and grab some inspiration.

The Landscape Photography Process - Jack Lodge

17.11.25 Jack Lodge is a professional landscape, nature and wildlife photographer from Winbourne, Dorset. Through his photography, Jack strives to capture the change of each season, documenting the ever-changing landscape as the light and weather changes – capturing the beauty surrounding us.  Jack was an extremely engaging presenter, who took us through his career to-date, and delivered his very top tips to producing great landscape photography.  He only picked up a camera in 2015, when asked to take some photos on an architecture field trip - he was studying to be an architect at the time.  Very quickly, he was hooked on photography.  His name started getting known on social media and people asked if they could join in with him.  Whilst initially, he sent them to other 'more experienced' photographers, he was encouraged by those fellow photographers, to go professional.  He now runs a full programme of planned tours, and more spontaneous outings.  He summarised his process simply as the three P's - Photograph, Process, Print.  He now ALWAYS prints his favourite shots and 'lives with them for a while' before he decides whether to post on social media.  He is meticulous in his planning of outings, checking several weather apps to ensure the trip is going to reap rewards both for him and anyone with him.   He also reminded everyone of the other two P's required for good photography - Patience and Persistence.  He suggests everyone should have a passion project - a special place/scene which you return to many times, over years if necessary, to get different light, a different season, a different story.  Jack is instagram  @jacklodgephotography and on his own website.

Capturing Light at Night - Paul Howarth. Finalist, Astronomy Photographer of the Year 2024

This was an outerworldly evening for our members.  Paul's interest in the sky at night was inspired by a book on amateur astronomy which was given by his aunt at the age of just 11 years.  As his passion grew his parents bought him a telescope and he studied the nightsky in detail.  His interest continued and spiked whenever there was a comet passing through our universe and was visible.  One in particular - Comet Hale-Bopp was a real turning point - as he captured it with his fathers film SLR and found the results inspiring.  He continued to dabble, and produce good images, but 23 years on, the comet NEOWISE appeared during the COVID lockdowns and he once again picked up his basic Canon DSLR.   His images were not good, but were enough for him to become totally hooked on photographing the nightsky above the landscape.    Paul feels a deep connection with the universe, and finds studying the nightsky meditative. His talk is designed to inspire people to give nightscape photography a go.  He inspired us with the adventure of nighttime image capture and also provided us with enough technical pointers to equip ourselves with basic camera knowledge to make memorable starlit photographs.  Paul's website is well worth visiting for both technically excellent and beautiful ethereal images.  Paul was rightly proud of being a finalist in the Astronomy Photographer of the Year 2024.

From Railways to Royalty - Jack Boskett

Multi-award winning photographer Jack Boskett captivated the members with his presentation, "From Railways to Royalty."  With a most engaging and witty presentation style, Jack took us through his photography journey, starting with his interest, then passion, for steam trains and railways in general, marketing shots for train companies and onto significant events.   Through this showcase, he delved into the narratives behind his photographs, offering a glimpse into some truly captivating moments.   At one royal event, serendipity played a part when he was asked to stand in for a royal photographer.  From that moment he continued to be invited to royal events and was an official photographer during the solemn occasion of Queen Elizabeth II's funeral and the grandeur of King Charles III's Coronation.  Through Jack Boskett's lens, the convergence of railways and royal occasions becomes a tale worth hearing.  As he shared his story, members heard about the unexpected twists and turns that led him to where he stands today, showcasing his extraordinary talent and unique perspective.  His latest major project is to photograph the Royal Train, during the final two years of service.  Jack is really living his dream, working where his two disparate worlds of royalty and railways intertwine.  Continue to follow Jack's story from his website.

Droning On - Alison Jenkins ARPS DPAGB CPAGB/AV BPE1*

There are increasing numbers of members who are getting interested in drones.  So Alison Jenkins' talk was bang on trend.  Welcome to the world of drones. In the past decade, drones have revolutionised the way we capture the world. From breathtaking aerial landscapes to dynamic shots that were once limited to professional filmmakers with helicopters. Alison took us into the many possibilities that drones offer as well the all-important  rules and regulations.  Plus she gave guidance on the different types of drone.  The talk was liberally populated with her stunning aerial photos and videos.  To see this and other talks by Alison, see her website.

From Concrete to Abstract - Ann Miles FRPS MPAGB FBPE AFIAP

Over 90 members attended the first talk of the season to listen, watch and learn from one of Cambridge's most experienced photographers.  Ann  Miles explained her passion for 'concrete', or rather, the buildings that it gives form to, as one of many architectural components.   Her images explored the many ways 'concrete' is used (as  in factual, documentary photography) and its opposite 'abstract' (creative, experimental photography) as they apply to our image making.  She gave us  many ways of photographing architecture and lots of creative techniques and ideas.  It was as is always the case with Ann Miles, a thoroughly inspiring talk which left the members wanting more.

Cambridge Inter-Club Digital Competition 2026

Cambridge CC will hold its next annual inter-club digital competition, known as the Whittlesford Competition, on Saturday 24 January 2026.  Invitations will be sent to EAF member clubs.  Up to 35 clubs may enter on payment of a £25 fee.  The judge will be David Lowe ARPS EFIAP DPAGB.  Full details will be set out in the invitations.  All enquiries about the event may be sent by e-mail to the Inter-club Coordinator at digital@cambcc.org.uk  

Abstract and Minimalism - Daniel Bridge

Daniel gave us a very refreshing and informative talk on how he has started enjoying and creating successful abstract and minimalist images.  At the beginning of his photography, Daniel became  well known for his nature photography, but on this night, with a relaxed and witty style of delivery, he  took us through how he, in recent years, had broadened his practice to incorporate these two styles of image.  Using the subjects water, buildings, architecture, colour, nature and landscape.   With detailed explanation of why something appealed to him and then how he applied techniques such as intentional camera movement (ICM), long exposures and frames (windows and doors) to draw the viewers eye to the key elements of a scene.  Daniel is a very engaging speaker, generous with his knowledge of locations, hints and tips.  He was very much appreciated by our discerning members.   We are delighted that Daniel will be returning to the Club next season.

Daniel Bridge is a professional photography tutor and nature photographer based in Billericay, Essex, running workshops and providing private photography tuition for clients of all abilities. With 22 years tutoring experience, and full time since 2015, Daniel has helped thousands of customers along their photographic journey.  Visit Daniel's website for full details.  

Architectural Photography - Tom Peck LRPS CPAGB

As soon as Tom began his talk last night, we knew we were in excellent hands.  With a confident and relaxed presentation style, he gave us an excellent understanding of his approach to fine art architectural photography.  

The talk was very well structured, clear and informative, in essence a masterclass on how to create fine art images of contemporary modern architecture.  He encouraged everyone not to pick up the camera too soon, to look at the building(s) from mulitple positions from far and near - look for the angles, the lines or curves, the symmetry etc.   Using mostly black and white, to emphasise the shapes and lines, plus slow shutter, to remove people and make the most of passing clouds, he shared some stunning images from London, Paris, Berlin and  York.   And how to deal with those converging verticals - inevitable when angling the camera to capture the height?  Make it look deliberate, find one element of the scene to the side or centre of the image and make it vertical, to balance the image.   Whilst he usually works to remove people from his images, now and then, he found including a person added to the story and gave the viewer pause for thought.   He finished his talk with colourful images from Venice and a very quick example of his post-processing.  It was a thoroughly enjoyable evening.

Tom has  been taking photographs for many years now. He originally focused mostly on macro photography of flowers, and then expanded to include landscape, architecture and portraits.  He shoots with Sony & Leica cameras, and also his phone, mentioning some very usedful apps, such as ReeHeld for slow shutter and Average Camera for multiple exposures.

As well as giving a range of talks, Tom Peck also leads photographic tours through his organisation Quest Photography  See Tom's blog for more inspiration.