Season’s Greetings from Otley Camera Club
As another year draws to a close, we’d like to wish all our members, supporters and friends a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. Thank you for being part of what continues to be a friendly, supportive and creative photography community. We’re looking forward to returning on Thursday 8th January, when we kick off the new year with a talk by the excellent Mark Littlejohn. Mark is a highly regarded landscape photographer and his presentation promises to be an inspiring w
Dec 19
Emily Waring Wins Facebook Photo of the Month
We are delighted to announce that Emily Waring is the winner of our latest Otley Camera Club Facebook Photo of the Month competition with this beautifully atmospheric monochrome image. The photograph immediately draws the viewer in with its dramatic rays of light bursting through the trees, creating a powerful sense of mood and depth. The strong composition and striking use of light and shadow make this a compelling image that fully deserves its winning place awarded by Kay R
Dec 18
Supporting Local Music: A Punk Rock Photography Project
At Otley Camera Club, we’re always keen to find opportunities to work with and support local community events and groups. Not only does it strengthen our community links, but it also gives our members the chance to enjoy new and varied photography experiences. Through our connection with Otley Common, we were recently asked to help a local band who were preparing for an upcoming gig. They wanted a selection of photographs of their instruments to display on the walls of the Co
Dec 14
Nature Competition Night – A Spectacular Evening of Images
On Thursday evening, Otley Camera Club welcomed Colin Williams to judge our much-anticipated Nature Competition. As always, this competition is one of the most hotly contested of the season — and it certainly didn’t disappoint. With nearly 100 images entered, Colin had a substantial task ahead of him. Despite this, he took the time to give thoughtful, positive and constructive feedback on every image. His insights were both educational and encouraging, and his relaxed style e
Dec 13
Visit Our Tree at the All Saints Parish Church Christmas Tree Festival
We’re delighted once again to be part of the wonderful All Saints Parish Church Christmas Tree Festival , a much-loved event that fills the church with colour, creativity and festive cheer. This year, there are 40 beautifully decorated trees on display — including ours — each created by local groups, organisations and community members. The festival is a fantastic way to get into the Christmas spirit, offering a warm, joyful atmosphere for visitors of all ages. Raising Money
Dec 9
Give the Gift of Creativity: Half-Year Memberships Now Available
If you’re looking for a truly unique and meaningful present this year, why not give the gift of creativity? Otley Camera Club is delighted to offer Half-Year Memberships , starting in January 2026 — the perfect way to inspire someone special. A membership opens the door to six months of photography, learning, fun and community. Whether the recipient is a complete beginner, an enthusiastic hobbyist, or a more experienced photographer, they’ll be warmly welcomed and fully suppo
Dec 6
A Journey into Miniature Worlds with David Gilliver
Last night, Otley Camera Club was treated to a truly memorable and inspiring session from creative photographer David Gilliver , known for his imaginative and beautifully crafted miniature-world images. His talk was not only visually captivating but also wonderfully interactive, keeping the whole room engaged from start to finish. David shared insights into his process, props, lighting, and storytelling — demonstrating how small-scale setups can produce big-impact photographs
Dec 5
Making the Most of a Change of Plan: A Night of Workflow & Printing Demonstrations
Last night’s meeting was supposed to take place outdoors, but the weather — or more accurately, the forecast — had other ideas. Fortunately, at Otley Camera Club we’re never short of talented members willing to step in, and what could have been a lost evening turned into a truly informative and engaging session. RAW-to-Print with Chris We were then treated to a live demonstration from Chris, who walked us through his entire process of preparing a RAW image for print. From ini
Nov 28
Announcing Our First Ever Inclusion Officer
We are incredibly pleased to share an important development in the ongoing growth of Otley Camera Club: the appointment of our first ever Inclusion Officer, Danni. As our club continues to grow, so does our commitment to ensuring that every member can participate fully, comfortably, and confidently in all aspects of club life. Photography should be accessible to everyone, and we want our club to reflect that. What the Inclusion Officer Does In her new role, Danni will act as
Nov 22
From Product Photography to Light Trails
Last week marked the conclusion of our popular Product Photography Trilogy, a three-part series designed to help members gain confidence and develop the skills needed for our upcoming product photography competition. In this final session, members who led the practical stations demonstrated how they would edit and process some of the images taken the week before. This behind-the-scenes look at different workflows offered a fantastic learning opportunity — from simple adjustme
Nov 22
