MyPhotoClub

Linda Bembridge - Make Believe, The Story Behind The Project.
2023-08-03 19:00 - 21:00 (Europe/London)
(As well as access to the live event, you will receive a link to the recording which will be valid for 14 days)
Learn from Linda’s new Talk how she approaches and creates her fantastic photographic projects which led to her intriguing book ‘Believe’.
When working with individual images we are often striving for perfection (that elusive WOW factor) but we forget the power of the story.
Linda Bembridge is a Visual Art Photographer who produces epic abstract photographs, using in camera and post-processing techniques, playing with tones, shape and colour to perfection.
Many of her projects are the result of working with a single underlying image from which she creates multiple innovative variations.
Her starting point is the concept followed by image selection and also deciding on the words to support the current body of work.
The vital titling and panelling follows, to choose how her creative works are best positioned to produce the most meaningful and attractive overall view.

Kevin Pigney - How I Process My Nature Images
2023-07-27 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)
We were delighted with the rave reviews of Kevin’s talk, earlier this year, where he shared his unrivalled passion for wildlife photography.
But we were left with one burning question – how does he post process the remarkable images he captures, to achieve such stunning results?
In this informative Talk he shares his secrets, taking us through all the techniques he uses during post-production.
Kevin is a great believer of making multiple small edits, rather than dramatic changes, to get the most out of any RAW file. He demonstrates how sensitively processing photos in this way, can really make an image pop.
He will work in both Lightroom and Photoshop, from basic processing workflow to some more advanced techniques, so something for all levels of experience. He’ll also provide a detailed PDF as a reminder of everything covered during the session.
Kevin is an engaging and entertaining speaker and regularly presents at photography clubs around the UK. His aim is to inspire his audience to pick up their cameras and take photos of subjects they personally connect with.

Erik Malm - A Photographic Journey
2023-07-20 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)
Delve into the mind and works of a true master of ICM photography, as Erik Malm shares his remarkable journey and invites us to see the world through his lens.
Erik’s early career began as a musician, followed by his family’s venture into the world of furniture design. Today, he has found even more creative success as a full-time photographer.
His photography is heavily influenced by his deep passion for nature and music. He was an early adopter of the popular ‘camera painting’ technique, now more commonly known as ICM (Intentional Camera Movement).
Over the last 20 years, he has developed his own version of this method, carving out a unique niche for himself. His portfolio showcases the extraordinary results of this innovative approach and his relentless pursuit of perfection.
Erik is well respected in his field, publishing 5 books and 5 co-productions, each showcasing his traditional documentary photography style. He currently divides his time between several different photography projects, including ‘Dedicated Life’ which will soon be adapted into a TV documentary by visual storyteller and filmmaker, Tony Meyer.
Don’t miss this opportunity to be inspired by Erik’s extraordinary artistic evolution, innovative technique and unwavering passion for capturing the world in a way that blurs the boundaries between painting and photography.

Margaret Soraya – ‘How to Find Your Style in Landscape Photography’
2023-07-13 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)
Reflect on the motivation behind your photography and be empowered to overcome creative barriers and unleash your full artistic potential.
In this thoughtful and inspiring session, professional landscape photographer, Margaret Soraya, will help you delve into the ‘why’ behind your art and identify anything holding you back from freely creating.
Considering your personal values, gratitude and mindfulness, she will help you find your own path and identify actionable steps to help you move forward in your artistic development.
She’ll demonstrate how photography can be used as a tool to express who you are, what interests you, and what you find beautiful and intriguing in this world.
Margaret’s deep love of the coast and remote landscapes led her to the Welsh coast to study Photography, to Cornwall, then eventually to the Highlands of Scotland. Over the last 19 years she’s been commissioned to work in many countries such as Italy, America, Iceland, the Azores, Swaziland, Sri Lanka and Croatia.
Her exquisite photography has featured in National Geographic Traveller, Rough Guides, Camera Craft, Professional Photographer, Outdoor Photography and the Scottish broadsheets.
Don’t miss this chance to marvel at her incredible work and delve into the captivating world of self-expression and personal growth.

Bill Ward - ‘Shooting Water'
2023-07-06 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)
Multi award-winning creative photographer and actor Bill Ward shares wonderful images and how he photographs the wet stuff in all its glory.
From waterfalls to seascapes, urban canals to mountain streams, Bill leaves no stone unturned in his quest to uncover the mysteries of H2O, and how we as photographers can help unlock its full potential.
Expect a light sprinkling of handy tips and advice, as well as a bucketload of aqueous photographic delight.
Bill was honoured to be one of the judges for the UK Landscape Photographer of the Year 2022.
Constantly in search of peace and quiet, his photography is a response, and in many ways an antidote, to the time he spends as an actor working in the public eye.
He has had over twenty photographs shortlisted at Outdoor Photographer of the Year, and his work is frequently Commended, Shortlisted and Nominated in competitions all over the world.
Featured in newspapers, magazines, advertising campaigns, and books, he’s a regular writer and contributor for the worldwide ‘ICM Photography Magazine’ and gives talks at Photographic Societies all over the UK. He uses Pentax cameras and is proud to be both an Ambassador for Pentax Ricoh UK, and a Tour Leader for Light and Land.

Charlotte Bellamy - ‘Creating Cohesive Projects'
2023-06-29 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)
Working with a set of multiple images can convey a story, sense of place, feeling, or emotion in a far stronger way than one image alone.
Learn how Charlotte has used the concept of ‘cohesivity’ and ‘projects’ in all her work since submitting and achieving her Master Craftsman qualification (the highest accolade with The Guild of Photographers)
Have you ever wondered about creating groups of images?
Ever questioned why you would want to, or how on earth you might get started?
Rather than thinking of images individually, Charlotte now works to create groups of images. This can be useful for qualifications, the creation of albums online or for books, exhibitions, magazine submissions or just to give yourself an alternative way of working.
Charlotte will guide us through the whole process from how to identify the elements needed for cohesivity to occur and show how she uses this in her everyday practices as well as giving tips to jump-start your projects.
Charlotte is a panel member and judge with The Guild of Photographers in the UK. Her images have won numerous awards including ‘all round photographer of the year’ two years running with The Guild. Her work has been published in the ‘Creative light’ and ‘On Landscape’ online magazines and in ‘Cameracraft’ magazine in the UK.
