MyPhotoClub

ICM Tuition - ‘A Journey of Love' with Erik Malm
2024-06-21 19:00 - 21:00 (Europe/London) | Online
(As well as the live session, you’ll get access to the recording for 28 days)
Hot off the press! Get an exclusive preview of the fabulous ICM photography in Erik’s new Fine Art coffee table book, ‘A Journey of Love’.
Just for MyPhotoClub – The book will not be physically presented until 13th July at his exhibition at Orust Konsthall “Kajutan” in Henån in Sweden.
In this one-off live Zoom session, as well as a sneak peek of some of Erik’s breath-taking images, you’ll get some invaluable commentary – in the author’s own words!
You’ll learn that Erik’s ‘Journey of Love’ started when love for a woman (Nuria) led to love for a new country (Spain), with new nature and new experiences. An emotional journey captured with the unique style of ICM that has given him worldwide fame.
Using the camera as a brush, he paints his photos into something beyond the immediately obvious, creating spellbinding images.
You’ll see that artistically he is strongly influenced by his background as a professional ‘symphonic’ musician. Where pictures become music.
‘A Journey of Love’ is being published as we speak and is available for pre order now. It is packed full of 167 inspiring images in Erik’s original style of ICM.

Cherry Larcombe - ‘Creative Flower Photography’
2024-06-27 19:00 - 21:00 | Online
(As well as access to the live event, you will receive a link to the recording, which will be valid for 14 days)
In this fascinating talk, discover how using some of Cherry’s ideas could help elevate your creative floral photography to the next level.
In this live Zoom session, you’ll discover creative ways to bring out the colour, shapes and beauty of both indoor and outdoor flowers. You’ll get some exclusive tips on how to produce unique and original floral art.
We will touch on capturing flowers underwater and multiple exposures. You’ll also learn how to use textures, blend modes and layer masks to enhance your flower images.
Cherry has a deep passion for digital photography and although she’s been making images with her camera for many years, she has never lost her enthusiasm.
She loves being in control of the whole process; from composing the image, to taking the shot, post processing and printing the final photograph, to see it in all its’ glory!
Cherry is a renowned Speaker and Competition Judge for many UK based Photography Clubs and an active member of Eastbourne Photographic Society.
She has exhibited her work both nationally and internationally, and also runs Creative Flower Workshops for Permajet and Thames Valley RPS.

Topaz Tuition Update with Joe Houghton
2024-07-01 19:00 - 21:00 | Online
(As well as the live session, you’ll get access to the recording for 28 days)
Would you like to improve the quality of your photographic output – whether you prefer to print, project, publish or post on socials?
Topaz has long been a popular post-processing tool, particularly for removing noise, sharpening and upscaling images.
The whole Topaz suite has seen many improvements and developments, increasingly over the last months.
Enhancements to: – Denoise, Sharpen, Upscale, Recover Faces, Remove Objects, Preserve Text, Adjust Lighting, Balance Colour.
Joe will run through the improvements to the individual parts of the suite and the latest version of the new Topaz Photo AI 3.
The latest update offers numerous “quality of life” improvements designed to make your app experience more enjoyable and customisable.
The new workflow and user interface allows you to pick and choose which adjustments to apply and in what order
Photo AI is trained by millions of images to intelligently add pixels – upscaling and improving your images with the most natural results.
Joe Houghton is an avid Photographer and Trainer based in Dublin, Ireland who has a passion for helping others. In the last 4 years he’s delivered over 700 Zoom presentations to Camera Clubs and other organisations worldwide.
In the UK he’s a trusted Leader of Talks and Workshops for the Royal Photographic Society and many of their Special Interest Groups. He’s also a Getty Images contributor and an Adobe Certified Expert in Lightroom.

Astrid McGechan - 'Feel The Land - Photography & Emotion'
2024-07-04 19:00 - 21:00 | Online
(As well as access to the live event, you will receive a link to the recording, which will be valid for 14 days)
Discover how to capture and evoke emotions in your photos as Astrid McGechan shares her creative process, techniques, and stunning images.
Astrid believes that photography and emotion go hand in hand, it is no different from any other art form.
So how do we go about capturing or evoking an emotion in our photographs? And how do we know whether we have succeeded?
In this inspiring live Zoom Talk, Astrid will take you on a light-hearted journey through her creative process, and you’ll learn how she captures the emotions of a moment in her work.
You’ll see a selection of her images to illustrate some of her techniques, such as long exposure, multiple exposures, camera movement and deliberate defocusing.
Astrid is a photographer, lecturer, tutor and book author based in Surrey, UK. She is fascinated by landscapes, street life and architecture.
She’s curated several art exhibitions and judged international photography competitions, such as UK Landscape Photographer of the Year. She’s also a Photography Tour Leader for Light & Land.
Her images have been exhibited in the UK and Europe, including the Mall Galleries and OXO Gallery in London and the Horizons Photo Festival in Zingst, Germany and held in private collections in Europe and the US.

Jane Lazenby - ‘Altered Reality’
2024-07-11 19:00 - 21:00 | Online
(As well as access to the live event, you will receive a link to the recording, which will be valid for 14 days)
Experience the enchanting world of fairytales, folklore, myths, and legends through the unique lens of creative photographer, Jane Lazenby.
Do you know your Baba Yaga from your Kelpie?
In this live zoom talk, you’ll embark on a fascinating exploration of these fantastical narratives, richly illustrated and jam packed with references from art, literature, film, and TV.
This presentation is bound to prove inspirational for those who want to create otherworldly images – but lack that initial idea! Fun, quirky and delightfully strange.
Jane Lazenby, a Master Photographer and creative educator from Yorkshire, UK, has extensive artsitc experience.
After 30 years as a professional painter and art teacher, she now excels in equine, portrait, and fine art photography, infusing each piece with a unique artistic twist.
Her impressive qualifications include a BA(hons) in Fine Art, DPAGB, AWPF, FMPA, EFIAP/g, BPE5, ARPS, QTFE(2) and ASEA.
Don’t miss this opportunity to ignite your creativity and explore the magic of ‘Altered Reality’ with Jane Lazenby!

Making Monochrome Tuition with Jonathan Vaines
2024-07-12 19:00 - 21:00 | Online
Discover the art of producing strong powerful Monochrome Conversions with the Photoshop expert, Jonathan Vaines
In this two-hour session we will cover the art of Monochrome Conversions.
As most of us capture images in RAW and in colour we have all the ingredients to make strong powerful monochrome versions of our colour photographs.
The session will cover how to convert using both Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Camera RAW (Lightroom Develop Module).
The conversion philosophy will demonstrate the power of a conversion over a colour image being desaturated.
The methods demonstrated will include:
1. Adobe RAW converter
2. Channel mixing
3. LAB space conversions
4. Black and White Adjustment layer
We will also cover image toning, how to do it and why some images benefit from it.
Working with Low Key images and also High Contrast, including Super Dark images which are great for dramatic portraits.
Jonathan regularly teaches Photoshop online, as well as face-to-face camera craft sessions. He also runs workshops for the Royal Photographic Society, is a circuit Judge and Paper Spectrum sponsored Lecturer.
(This session will be recorded and available for 28 days)

Margaret Soraya - ‘Living a Creative Life’
2024-07-18 19:00 - 21:00 | Online
(As well as access to the live event, you will receive a link to the recording, which will be valid for 14 days)
In this inspiring talk, Margaret Soraya shares the ups and downs, the pivots and challenges and her journey through life with a camera.
A plan to be a part-time wedding photographer soon evolved into a successful business, later pivoting towards landscape photography – developing invaluable skills along the way.
Margaret now has 20 years of professional photography experience, including portraiture, commercial, property, food, landscape as well as her wedding photography.
She’s navigated many highs and lows, continuing to adapt and evolve to keep her business profitable. A story of perseverance against the odds and dedication to living a creative life.
You’ll hear how photography has given Margaret the freedom to live a creative life true to her own passions. Come along to hear her stories and be inspired to follow your own dreams!
Margaret runs an online membership, a podcast, an annual creative festival and retreats in Harris. She’s held 3 landscape photography exhibitions and is represented by the Bosham Gallery. She still occasionally shoots weddings on the Isle of Harris.
Her work has featured in Build It magazine, Grand designs, Rough Guides, Coast, Camera Craft, Professional Photographer, Outdoor Photography and many Scottish broadsheets. She’s printed 3 photography books and is currently writing her memoir.

Light & Colour Tuition with Jonathan Vaines
2024-07-19 19:00 - 21:00 | Online
Learn not just how to evaluate light in your image, but how to then move light from where you don’t want it, to where you need it!
In these two two-hour workshops on the 19th and 26th July, you will learn that simple light movements can make all the difference to the impact of an image, but you must also consider the colour too.
Light and colour often work hand in hand, and you will see how shifting, or changing, colours can alter photographs.
These two workshop will give you the understanding of :

Adobes most powerful tools, Levels and Curves. We will use these to control input and output light along with enhancing light and colour.
Colour manipulations in Camera RAW with both HSL and Point Colour
Colour Grading
Colour changes in photoshop including:

Blend mode
Channel mixing
Selective colouration

Shifting light from one image to another file
Balancing colours between separate images

Jonathan regularly teaches Photoshop online, as well as face-to-face camera craft sessions. He also runs workshops for the Royal Photographic Society, is a circuit Judge and Paper Spectrum sponsored Lecturer.
(Both sessions will be recorded and available for 28 days)

Jocelyn Horsfall - ‘Flowers and Foliage - A Painterly Perspective’
2024-07-25 19:00 - 21:00 | Online
(As well as access to the live event, you will receive a link to the recording, which will be valid for 14 days)

Enter the enchanting world of floral photography and learn to capture the beauty and serenity of nature in Jocelyn’s impressionistic style.

Jocelyn Horsfall is an award-winning Photographic Artist, specialising in atmospheric and evocative images, inspired by flowers, foliage and the natural world.

She believes nature is good for the soul, and strives to capture its beauty, tranquillity and harmony in her work. She combines a strong sense of colour and form with an interest in textural effects and abstraction.

Although Jocelyn will start by sharing some of her earlier landscapes, this evening will focus on her flowers and foliage, both in the studio and then outdoors through the seasons of the year.

You’ll be introduced to the different techniques she uses with her camera, including textured glass, soft focus, multiple exposure and camera movement – and a little creative post processing too!

Jocelyn Horsfall ARPS is a well-respected expert in her field and regularly exhibits across the UK, in both group and solo exhibitions. She has had great success with the International Garden Photographer of the year competition over the years, this time receiving five awards.

Diving Deeper into ICM, Tuition with Charlotte Bellamy (4 Sessions)
2024-08-01 15:00 - 16:30 | Online
Join inspiring tutor and creative photographer, Charlotte Bellamy, for a deep dive into the concepts of ICM and multiple exposure photography.
In these 4 Tuition Sessions, we’ll explore the key concepts of Intentional Camera Movement (ICM) in great depth, improving both your practical skills and understanding of this popular genre.
Charlotte has a deep passion for ICM and multiple exposure photography, being constantly inspired by the world around her.
She’s dedicated the last 8 years to honing her ICM technique by continually experimenting and learning from others at the top of their game.
She loves to share her knowledge and encourage others to explore their creativity – so she’s carefully crafted this course especially for you!
Although it covers the basics, it does this in detail, so it should appeal to both experienced and aspiring ICM photographers:

Session 1: Shutter Speed – find out how fast a shutter speed you can use and still make an ICM image, and how you can utilise 30 seconds!
Session 2: Movements – discover the different movements you can make, and the value of studying your subject and relating the two.
Session 3: Contrast – learn about the important subject of contrast and find out how this can really elevate your ICM images.
Session 4: Light – find out how you can best use light and manipulate it, to transform your ICM photography.

Just when you thought you had nothing more to learn about ICM, Charlotte hopes to further your desire to explore and experiment even more!
These 4 Tuition Sessions will be held on Thursday August 1st, 8th,15th and 22nd from 15:00 to 16:30 (UK time). Recordings will be available to watch for 28 days after the live event.
About Charlotte Bellamy
Charlotte is a creative landscape photographer based in The Netherlands. She’s a renowned expert on ICM and multiple exposure photography. She’s a regular webinar presenter and her online courses attract an international following.

Chris Upton - ‘Essential Composition’
2024-08-01 19:00 - 21:00 | Online
(As well as access to the live event, you will receive a link to the recording, which will be valid for 14 days)
Improving our understanding and use of good composition is key to our photographic development – Chris shares how to improve our images.
Many photographers cite composition as the most difficult aspect of photography to master.
Whether you are perplexed and confused about the subject, need to refresh your technique or want a burst of creativity, this presentation will help you improve your image creation.
Chris Upton is a professional photographer, based in Nottinghamshire (UK), specialising in Travel, Landscape and Social Documentary photography.
Chris has received awards in national photographic competitions and has twice been commissioned to photograph in Thailand on behalf of the Tourism Authority of Thailand.
He has also exhibited many times both in a solo capacity and also as part of the Masters of Vision collective.
In 2016 Chris presented a major social documentary project recording the final year of Thoresby Colliery, the last pit in Nottinghamshire, to widespread critical acclaim.
He is an Associate of the Royal Photographic Society and is proud to be a brand ambassador for Fujifilm.

James Kerwin - ‘Heritage & Abandoned Architecture’
2024-08-08 19:00 - 21:00 | Online
(As well as access to the live event, you will receive a link to the recording, which will be valid for 14 days)
Join us on a magical journey into forgotten, abandoned, architectural wonders and discover what James learnt from 10 years behind a camera.
This fascinating Talk highlights James’ journey into the world of interiors and his decade-long experiences behind a camera.
He aims to inspire you through sharing his story of life with a camera, his love for travel and hidden architecture.
He will cover all you need to know – from explaining the many visuals, the gear, his process, post-processing techniques, and much more.
James started taking architectural photos in late 2013, taking him into hidden corners and abandoned areas of cities, all over the world.
He developed a passion for documenting the beauty of forsaken, dilapidated, architecture as he explores ruins, heritage spaces, and deserted areas.
His approach to photography focuses on capturing clear lines and vibrant colour palettes in the moment, then enhancing the photos with modern post-processing methods.
James’s work has been recognized by several international competitions. In 2017 he won the ND Awards and Chromatic Colour Awards, and in 2018 came second in the International Photography of the Year’s Architecture category. In 2021 his work was shortlisted for the Architectural Photographer of the Year award.

Alister Benn - ‘Expressive Photography - the Secret of Creativity’
2024-08-15 19:00 - 21:00 | Online
(As well as access to the live event, you will receive a link to the recording, which will be valid for 14 days)
Explore the unique, personal and expressive nature of photography with renowned Scottish landscape photographer and educator, Alister Benn.
In this thought-provoking talk, Alister will share a multitude of reasons why each of us are unique and can, if we allow ourselves, create images that are both personal and expressive.
Throughout the evening, we’ll explore the relationships we have with the world around us and gain insights into the qualities that attract and inspire us to make and share images.
Alister believes that the question ‘Why we make photographs?’ should become the base layer of our creative and expressive development.
Alister Benn is a renowned Scottish landscape photographer and educator living on the Isle of Lewis off the west coast of Scotland.
He is known for his dramatic and evocative images of natural landscapes, often capturing the interplay of light and shadow in remote and rugged locations.
He emphasises the emotional and contemplative aspects of photography, encouraging a deep connection with nature through his work.
In addition to his photography, he also runs a YouTube channel, writes ebooks and offers workshops – to teach not just technical skills but also the artistic and philosophical dimensions of landscape photography.

Pastels Tuition with Jonathan Vaines
2024-08-16 19:00 - 21:00 | Online
(As with all our Tuition Sessions, this will be recorded and available for 28 days)

Join Photoshop expert, Jonathan Vaines, for an in-depth Tuition Session, as he shares the secrets to creating his impressive Pastel images!

Anyone familiar with Jonathan’s work will be know his main passion is for creative pastel images. The soft light he uses gives his images his trademark painterly look.

During this two-hour workshop, you’ll learn how this dreamy effect can be used to simplify the appearance your photos and transform them into an original work of art.

This jam-packed session will start by demonstrating how to prepare an image in Adobe Camera Raw (or Lightroom) before taking into Photoshop.

Then you’ll find out how to balance the light using an adjustment layer to manage the light movement before slowly generating the desired effect.

Jonathan will also show you how to introduce a ‘glow’ and suggest movement.

You’ll discover that Pastel is so different to traditional post-production and working with your histogram is the key to your success!

In a nutshell, he’ll cover:

Image preparation in ACR (or Lightroom)
Management of luminosity
Producing colour washes
Adding and removing contrast
Working with your histogram

Jonathan teaches our popular annual ‘Photoshop Mastery with Jonathan Vaines’ as well as Photoshop workshops for the Royal Photographic Society. He’s also a circuit Judge and Paper Spectrum sponsored Lecturer.

Guy Edwardes - ‘Creative Macro Photography’
2024-08-22 19:00 - 21:00 | Online
(As well as access to the live event, you will receive a link to the recording, which will be valid for 14 days)
Capture awe-inspiring images of wildflowers, insects, fungi and slime moulds – with the master of macro nature photography, Guy Edwardes!
Discover some of the techniques he uses to capture compelling, unique images of nature, including focus-stacking (where necessary) and the creative use of bokeh.
He’ll talk about the kit he uses and why he uses it – demonstrating the benefits of using it with insightful comparison images.
Throughout the 2-hour session, you’ll be treated to around 150 images taken all around the world and have the chance to ask questions at the end.
Whether you’re a macro newbie or much more experienced, you should learn something new and be inspired to get out into nature to experiment yourself!
Guy Edwardes has been a professional landscape, nature and travel photographer for almost 30 years.
He’s based in the UK and runs photography workshops and tours worldwide.
His images have featured in The Guardian, Reader’s Digest and Ordnance Survey and many international cards and calendars. He’s also published two books on Landscape and Nature photography.

Infrared Processing Tuition with Jonathan Vaines
2024-08-23 19:00 - 21:00 | Online
(As with all our Tuition Sessions, this will be recorded and available for 28 days)
Join Photoshop expert, Jonathan Vaines, for an in-depth workshop, as he shares his expertise and passion for infrared post processing!
Many people now own converted infrared (IR) cameras and IR has become a popular alternative for photographers of many genres.
Common conversions are those that offer false colour which can also produce stunning monochromes.
During this two-hour Tuition Session, you’ll learn how to build you own profile for your camera. This will allow you to make the most of the conversion in a RAW converter.
You’ll discover how to make basic adjustments in ACR to bring out the best of what this light space offers.
You’ll find out how to process your image in Photoshop, accessing the full detail of your pixels and enhance the conversion.
Finally, Jonathan will share how to make a high contrast Monochrome.
By the end of this session, you’ll be equipped to build a workflow to allow you to speed through the processing of images with a consistent output!
Jonathan teaches our popular annual ‘Photoshop Mastery with Jonathan Vaines’ as well as Photoshop workshops for the Royal Photographic Society. He’s also a circuit Judge and Paper Spectrum sponsored Lecturer.

Emma Finch - ‘Portraits with Impact’
2024-08-29 19:00 - 21:00 | Online
(As well as access to the live event, you will receive a link to the recording, which will be valid for 14 days)

Join us to elevate your portrait photography skills, with award-winning Professional Portrait Photographer and Educator, Emma Finch!

This live Zoom Talk covers all aspects of portrait photography – from posing, lighting, styling and editing, through to putting people at ease and shooting more creative, conceptual work.

Using her expert skills, honed over 10 years of working professionally in the field, Emma will share practical tips and tricks for both aspiring and established portrait photographers.

She’ll cover a wide range of topics, from photographing children on location, through to more advanced studio lighting set ups with models.

You’ll be inspired by numerous examples of her work, from family, children and lifestyle as well as her lingerie, boudoir, portraiture and vintage fashion photography.

Emma has been recognised twice in the Guild of Photographers ‘Top 3 International People Photographer’ and been a finalist in ‘Image of the Year’, four times. She’s been published in over 55 international publications, including 15 front covers,

She’s proud to run both Emma Finch Photography (on location, natural light photography) and Belle Privé Photography, one of the UK’s leading Boudoir brands, attracting international clients.

Emma has a passion for sharing her knowledge and has taught for 9 years, selling out over 25 workshops annually.

Photoshop Selections Tuition with Jonathan Vaines
2024-08-30 19:00 - 21:00 | Online
(As with all our Tuition Sessions, this will be recorded and available for 28 days)
Join Photoshop expert, Jonathan Vaines, for an in-depth Tuition Session, as he shows us how working with selections can enhance your images.
During this 2-hour workshop, you will discover how to make simple and complex selections in Photoshop.
You’ll learn how applying a technique over a whole image can often detract from its appeal.
Instead, Jonathan will show how working on your images carefully, selectively and non-destructively, can greatly improve the quality of your work.
You’ll find out how changes made in small, selected areas of your photograph work for your image, not against it.
In this jam-packed session, we’ll cover:

Marquee tools
Lasso
Polygonal selection tools
Selection brush
Selecting by Depth of Field
Selecting by Colours
Selecting using channels
Magic Wand
Object and Subject selections
Select and Mask module including

a. Refine masks
b. Mask inversions
Jonathan teaches our popular annual ‘Photoshop Mastery with Jonathan Vaines’ as well as Photoshop workshops for the Royal Photographic Society. He’s also a circuit Judge and Paper Spectrum sponsored Lecturer.

Mark Littlejohn - ‘From Reactive To Creative’
2024-09-05 19:00 - 21:00 | Online
(As well as access to the live event, you will receive a link to the recording, which will be valid for 14 days)
Join award-winning photographer, Mark Littlejohn, on his journey from ‘reactive’ to ‘creative’ and see how an old dog can learn new tricks!

When Mark first started landscape photography, he lived near the Eden Valley and the Lake District – both well-known areas of outstanding natural beauty.

He admits to just wandering around, pointing his camera in the general direction of all that beauty and pressing the shutter release every now and then.

People loved his images and would call him creative. But he always denied this, saying “I’m not a creative. I’m a reactive”.

He says this was because he reacted to the beauty around him. He’d never had to look for it. It was just there.

But when he moved to another outstanding area of beauty, in the highlands of Scotland, he was not taking the same pictures.

He was focussing on small scenes of reeds and kelp.

Had he become creative? Had it been possible to teach an old dog new tricks?

Mark is an award-winning photographer based in Wester Ross, Scotland. His work has been featured in a variety of national magazines and he has also written several articles in relation to landscape photography and his distinctive approach to the genre.

Texture and Composites Tuition with Jonathan Vaines
2024-09-06 19:00 - 21:00 | Online
(As with all our Tuition Sessions, this will be recorded and available for 28 days)

Join Photoshop expert, Jonathan Vaines, for 2 in-depth Tuition Sessions, sharing how to work effectively with texture and composite images.

During these two workshops, you will learn different methods of adding elements to your images.

Session 1 – 6th September
You’ll discover how the use of texture can give an image an ‘arty’ look and can make images more painterly.

You’ll find out how to:

Use texture to add detail into specific areas
Add texture to give depth to an image
Control the definition of texture
Blend colour of texture to match base images
Blend texture using specific light values and blend modes.

Session 2 – 13th September
You’ll discover that composite images are not always what they seem. Although we can place several elements together to make an image that is completely fantasy, you’ll learn how to use elements to enhance a strong base image.

You’ll find out how to:

Create an image from several elements
Add elements to enhance images
Use methods of blending
Moving light from one image to another
Blend using gradients and gradient maps
Adding elements of images over more than a single image to tie sets of images together.

Jonathan teaches our popular annual ‘Photoshop Mastery with Jonathan Vaines’ as well as Photoshop workshops for the Royal Photographic Society. He’s also a circuit Judge and Paper Spectrum sponsored Lecturer.

Barbie Lindsay - ‘A Byte Of Barbie’
2024-09-12 19:00 - 21:00 | Online
(As well as access to the live event, you’ll have 14 days to watch the recording)

Share Barbie’s passion for photography and pick up some new ideas in this entertaining talk, whatever your experience or favourite genre!

Barbie is a photographic obsessive whose world is seen through the eye of her lens. You’ll discover her life totally revolves around her love of photography.

In this live Zoom talk you’ll enter her unique creative world and enjoy work from a range of genres – from Natural History to Sport, from Creative to Character Portraits and Landscapes to Street Photography.

You’ll learn about her images that come straight out of camera as well as those which have been heavily manipulated in Photoshop.

Throughout this presentation she aims to inspire everyone, no matter what type of photography is their own personal forte!

Barbie judges and lectures internationally and regularly exhibits her work. She is proud to have won both an individual silver medal, and British team gold medal, in the worldwide FIAP biennial print competition.

Her photos have been published in books and newspapers, and one image has even been used as a phone card. She also works as a digital imaging specialist for a photography company.

Impressionist & Abstract, Tuition with Merrill Images (2 Sessions)
2024-09-16 19:00 - 21:30 | Online
Join Travel Photographers and Educators, John and Lisa Merrill, for two inspiring evenings exploring impressionist and abstract photography.
When can a blurry photo be compelling? When the blur is created intentionally by moving your camera, lens or both during a long exposure.
Intentional Camera Movement (ICM) embraces the power of play, flexes creative muscles, and can lead to unique and unusual images.
In these fascinating sessions, you’ll find out how to add creative blur when capturing still subjects by shaking, twisting and/or zooming during long exposures. You’ll also learn to freeze a moving subject against a blurred background by panning.
Using examples from assignments and adventures around the world, the Merrills will also share tips for creating mysterious abstract images which evoke wonder and curiosity.
Don’t miss this opportunity to discover new ways of seeing and photographing, expand your visual toolbox, and nourish your creativity!
These 2 Tuition Sessions will be held on Monday 16th and 23rd September from 19:00 to 21:30 (UK time). Recordings will be available to watch for 28 days after the live event.
About Merrill Images
John and Lisa Merrill create images to evoke wonder, inspire action and strengthen communities. Their work is used by travel destinations, outdoor adventure companies and non-profits, and featured in books and magazines around the world.
They are inspiring educators who nurture photographic creativity through online coaching, Pacific Northwest photowalks, workshops and international photo tours.
Merrill Images is a Transformative Travel Council Ally and a member of the North American Nature Photographer’s Association.

Rob Knight - ‘Photography Projects: Develop Your Own Pathway’
2024-09-19 19:00 - 21:00 | Online
(As well as access to the live event, you’ll have 14 days to watch the recording)

Professional Photographer, Rob Knight, demonstrates how you can harness the power of projects, for your own long-term creative development.

In this inspiring live Zoom Talk, Rob explores how we can embrace a longer form, project-based approach to our photography, to develop ideas and focus deeper beyond the single image.

In this brand-new presentation, specifically designed for the Photography Show at the NEC earlier this year, he will cover many of the projects he’s worked on over the last 20 years.

There will be a key focus on his ongoing (9 years +) project called ‘Ardnamurchan Spirit’. He’ll also be updating us on his exciting Drone work in his ‘Land Art’ project.

Rob Knight is an Outdoor and Landscape Photographer, Visual Storyteller, Photographic and Creative Educator, accredited Adobe Education Trainer, Speaker and Mentor. He finds great inspiration from working in projects both short and long term.

Rob specialises in exploring the landscape including, importantly, human interaction with and shaping of the landscape to explore visual storytelling. He’s always been passionate about black and white photography but also uses colour when it suits the image or project.

Morag Paterson - 'The Magic of Collaborations’
2024-09-26 19:00 - 21:00 | Online
(As well as access to the live event, you will receive a link to the recording, which will be valid for 14 days)

Join Morag Paterson for a captivating exploration of her journey where she will share the value of collaboration within and beyond her field.
Morag has a wealth of experience working alongside photographers, writers, ecologists, street artists, and even a forester.
Whether you’re a seasoned professional or just starting out, this talk will inspire you to think outside the box, connect with like-minded individuals, and unlock the magic of working together.
Morag Paterson is a renowned photographer and artist with a passion for environmental and political themes. With her husband, Ted Leeming, she has led photography workshops worldwide and exhibited their work internationally. Their book, “Zero Footprint,” explores the intersection of art and ecology.
A strong advocate for collaboration, Morag is a co-host of the ICMPhotoMag Network Community and a partner in the ICM Photo Academy. Her work is characterized by its abstract beauty and commitment to alternative processes. She is also a regular mentor and workshop leader, sharing her knowledge and expertise with aspiring photographers.

Crafting the Image - Visual Design Tuition with Judy Hancock Holland (2 Sessions)
2024-09-27 19:00 - 21:30
(As with all our Tuition Sessions, the recording will be available for 28 days)
Explore how to use visual design elements to support and strengthen your work, with award-winning photographic artist, Judy Hancock Holland.
Do you ever look at powerful photos and wonder how the photographer created such strong emotional impact?
Join us for an in-depth, two-part Tuition Session, and find out how to craft such impactful images with discernment, care, and attention to detail.
You will learn how to work with different kinds of lines, shapes, light, and other elements to enhance the story, theme, or feeling of your photographs.
You’ll also enjoy many examples of Judy’s inspiring work which reflects her lifelong search for meaning and peace through symbolism, light, and sensual forms.
Judy Hancock Holland is an award-winning Canadian photographic artist and lifelong educator. Her work has been exhibited in North America and Europe, and her YouTube tutorials have garnered over 350,000 views.
She presents to groups all over the world via Zoom, as well as one-on-one coaching and portfolio reviews.

Caroline Preece - ‘Tools not Rules'
2024-10-03 19:00 - 21:00 | Online
(As well as access to the live event, you will receive a link to the recording, which will be valid for 14 days)
Caroline will share how to use composition to communicate your personal perspective on the world and evoke specific emotions in your viewers.
Join us for a thought-provoking exploration of the visual language of photography and the psychology behind how viewers interpret images.
By understanding these principles, you’ll be empowered to create more impactful images that resonate with your audience.
Forget about rigid rules and guidelines. Explore a new way of thinking about photography and unlock your full creative potential.
Caroline grew up immersed in the works of masters like Henri Cartier Bresson, Ansel Adams, and Michael Kenna. Her primary focus is street photography, but he also has a passion for seascapes and landscapes. She is drawn to human elements, chance occurrences, captured moments, emotions, and the surreal and strives for a balanced approach.
Her achievements include the FRAMES magazine digital companion 2020 and 2024; Land & Light exhibition in the Mall Galleries, Pall Mall (2024); London Salon of Photography (2024); International Photography Awards Street Category – Highly Commended (2023); Final shortlist of Landscape Photographer of the Year (2023).

Simon Weir - ‘Yellowstone In Black, White & Infrared'
2024-10-10 19:00 - 21:00 | Online
(As well as access to the live event, you will receive a link to the recording, which will be valid for 14 days)

Join us on this thrilling adventure that blends historical and geological exploration with breathtaking infrared and black-and-white imagery.
Simon will introduce you to the fascinating world of bison and wolves through multimedia and conservation films in Yellowstone National Park in the dead of winter.
Discover the challenges and rewards of shooting in sub-zero temperatures, gain a deeper appreciation for this remarkable national park and brace yourself for entertaining anecdotes about surviving the extreme cold weather.
Simon Weir is a Hertfordshire-based photographer specializing in capturing the essence of live performances, particularly classical music.
With a 30-year background as a classical music producer, he deeply understands the performer psychology. This insight allows him to create images that evoke emotions, whether it’s serenity or dramatic intensity.
His portfolio extends beyond live performances to include contextual portraiture and wildlife photography. His clients range from solo artists to major symphony orchestras and record companies.
Simon has cultivated a lifelong love of black-and-white photography; he has developed a distinctive style using infrared photography, adding a unique dimension to his work.

John Miskelly - ‘Let’s Get Creative’
2024-10-17 19:00 - 21:00 | Online
(As well as access to the live event, you will receive a link to the recording, which will be valid for 14 days)
Unlock your creativity with John Miskelly, in a hands-on journey into the artistic side of photography – where imagination leads the way!
In this live Zoom talk, John will explore the whole creative side of photography, which is so often neglected or misunderstood.

He will demonstrate his vision of the photographer as the artist, often starting with a ‘straight image’ and transforming it into something totally different and unique.

You’ll discover how John uses Photoshop, for a range of different creative techniques, such as multiple exposures, blend modes, ICM, colour and textures, to produce something unique.

This talk isn’t about equipment or technique, but instead it will be about exploring our creativity as an artist. So come along for the ride and let’s see what we can create together…

“Of course, there will always be those who look only at technique, who ask ‘how’ while others of a more curious nature will ask ‘why’. Personally, I have always preferred inspiration to information.” Man Ray

After an early photographic career at the BBC, John is now a professional landscape photographer and teacher. He’s a Fellow of the RPS, the British Institute of Professional Photography, a Canon Infinity International Ambassador and a LEE Filters ambassador.

Emily Endean - ‘Seascapes: From The Shoreline And The Deep’
2024-10-24 19:00 - 21:00 | Online
(As well as access to the live event, you will receive a link to the recording, which will be valid for 14 days)
Join Emily’s talk to explore her soulful connection with the ocean through stunning photography, from dawn shoots to underwater adventures!
This passion likely stems from her childhood, spent jumping waves regardless of the weather.
Emily often begins her photography shoots at dawn, bobbing in the water with camera in hand. These early mornings yield both personal and professional projects.
“Photography has become such a big part of my life that it’s hard to remember what life was like before it!”
In her talk Emily will share how the ocean inspires her creativity and showcase some of her most beloved images.
Emily is an outdoor freelance photographer from the UK, capturing soulful imagery through her work and personal projects. She is addicted to chasing great light, seeking the beauty in the ordinary and just generally being out in nature.
She uses her transferable skillset across multiple genres, conveying stories, evoking emotions, and preserving moments in time, using her creativity to produce captivating and meaningful images.
She is proud to have represented Fujifilm as an official X-Photographer for 2022 and 2023 and continues to be an advocate of the brand.

Brendan Ó Sé - ‘Storytelling and Travel Photography with the Smartphone’
2024-10-31 19:00 - 21:00 | Online
(As well as access to the live event, you will receive a link to the recording, which will be valid for 14 days)
After his popular debut in March, Smartphone photography and storytelling whizz, Brendan Ó Sé, returns to wow us with his brand-new Talk!
Brendan will explore how the limitations of the smartphone heightened his visual awareness, enhanced his storytelling and took his photography to the next level.
He’ll explain how not relying on his DSLR allowed him to see and create in unusual ways, resulting in more striking and unique Traveland Street images.
He will demonstrate, through sharing his work, how photography is not about cameras, but all about the craft of composition, light and story.
By the end of this talk, you’ll discover how having your smartphone with you at all times, can shift you from passive observer to an active creative photographer.
Brendan is from Cork, Ireland and exhibits his work all around the world and has won many international awards including ‘iPhone Photographer of the Year’ in 2017.
As well as ‘MyPhotoClub Smartphone Tuition Sessions’, he also runs photography workshops with the Photo Museum of Ireland and The Glucksman Gallery. He’s also co-founder of the Mobiography Awards.
