Program for 2026 - 2027 Season
Tuesday 1st September - Presidents Evening with Geoff Reader DPAGB BPE3*
Location: Methodist Hall, Bebington
Time: 7:30pm
Geoff is an accomplished photographer with decades of experience, who most recently came equal 13th in
the L&CPU Individual competition (out of 177 Photographers).
In the first half of the talk Geoff will give a sometimes-humorous narrative on a wide variety of subjects. Many images are their unique difference rather than just award-winning images that are more constrained by the perceived rules of PAGB. Geoff will explain some of the photoshop techniques that helped bring some images to life. There are sections on sport, such as canoeing, horse eventing, racing, and polo, football rugby, paragliding, road racing, cricket, grass track motorcycle racing, landscapes, and Nature. In the second half Geoff discusses his approach to Portrait Photography, and shows many example images from is extensive portfolio.
Tuesday 8th September - Presentation by John Cowburn - 'Hiking in the Dolomites'
Location: Methodist Hall, Bebington
Time: 7:30pm
John Cowburn (Blackburn & Darwen Photography Club) is a keen traveller and accomplished photographer, with particular interest in capturing Landscape and Railway imagery. Hiking in the Dolomites: The Dolomite Mountains are situated in the north of Italy close to the Austrian border. They are geologically unique, a very hard type of limestone, and very dramatic with their white craggy outlines. The area is now a UNESCO Heritage site. The first world war saw the battles between the Italians and the Austro-Hungarians in the mountains where they built numerous tunnels and high-level routes that led to the modern day sport of Via Feratta giving access to some extremely exposed ridges. John will cover some of that as well as the main topic - the dramatic route from north to south Alta Via 1, a multi day hut to hut trek through the mountains, which didn't exactly go to plan as you will see. The photos are quite spectacular!
11th - 25th September - Club Exhibition at Bebington Library
Our Open Annual exhibition will be held in Bebington Library from 11th - 25th September. We will aim to have Prints from ALL of our members on Display - and members will be present to talk to any visitors and explain about the Club. Anyone is welcome to visit.
Tuesday 15th September - Informal Summer Competition
Location: Methodist Hall, Bebington
Time: 7:30pm
This is an informal competition to get the season started – up to 4 images, Colour or Mono, 1600 x 1200. Last Hand in Date 1st September. See the Competitions Page for full rules. http://bebingtonps.com/competitions/
Tuesday 22nd September - Talk & Workshop by Rebecca Entwhistle - 'Judging & Critiquing images'
Location: Methodist Hall, Bebington
Time: 7:30pm
What do judges look for in my images? This is a workshop lecture, whereby you will learn how judges are selected and how they look at your images, you will also be given the opportunity to act as judge with assistance commenting on images that aren't from your peers. You will come away with handouts on some tips and tricks to prevent judge bait for your future images. "They may even give you some of the ingredients to their secret sauce in judging" (as one club member remarked on the lecture).
Tuesday 29th September - Presentation by Ron Thomas ARPS
Location: Methodist Hall, Bebington
Time: 7:30pm
Ron is an accomplished nature and wildlife photographer who is always looking to expand his knowledge and challenge himself. And as long-term friend of Bebington PS is always happy to share his experiences and latest projects, so an ‘evening with Ron’ is always enjoyable and informative. An Evening with Ron: Update on ‘Flight Shots’ project Ron will share his learnings (using new camera technology) and progress with advances in various software to develop his "FLIGHT SHOTS PROJECT" and other wildlife activities.
Tuesday 6th October - Medallions (Print & PDI) Competition
Location: Methodist Hall, Bebington
Time: 7:30pm
Judged in Clubroom – Last Hand In Date 22nd September.
See Competitions Page for full details and Rules.... http://bebingtonps.com/competition/
Tuesday 13th October - Zoom Presentation by David Cantor - 'Ramblings of a Street Photographer'
Location: Zoom
Time: 7:30pm
David is a self-tough prize-winning professional Urban & Street Portrait photographer, who’s work focusses mostly on the cultural and ethnic diversity in and around the Brick Lane area of the East End of London. Street Portraiture is his passion - this often-neglected genre comes with endless opportunities to interact with people from all walks of life, ethnicity and backgrounds. During his presentation David will talk about his work and approach, and talk us through a number of his award-winning images.
Tuesday 20th October - Practical Evening - Informal Image Critique and Q&A
Location: Methodist Hall, Bebington
Time: 7:30pm
A Practical Evening in the Hall
Tuesday 27th October - Presentation by John Smith APAGB, CPAGB, Hon LCPU Hon NWPA - 'Confessions of a Motorsport Photographer'
Location: Methodist Hall, Bebington
Time: 7:30pm
John has been interested in photography since his school days, and was introduced to the spectacle of Motorsport (Stock Car racing) in c. 1959. His interest grew, and for many years John supplied images for print in a number of motorsport magazines. Confessions of a Motorsport Photographer: The talk covers how john got into photography, how he used photography to complement other hobbies and interests and then shows examples of images taken over the past 60 years.
Tuesday 3rd November - Presentation by Liz Jeary - Concept Development & Project Management
Location: Methodist Hall, Bebington
Time: 7:30pm
Liz is a published & exhibited experimental Fine Art Photographer who works with film and digital photography but puts an emphasis on the photograph as an object by physically manipulating printed images. She has recently exhibited at her 28th exhibition opportunity. Concept Development and Project Management: The presentation encourages methods for developing ideas and inspirations into a finished project, such as an exhibition or publication, and includes research sources, critical thinking, time management, self-assessment and reflection, and overcoming barriers.
Tuesday 10th November - Competition Set Subject - 'Minimalism' (PDI & Print)
Location: Methodist Hall, Bebington
Time: 7:30pm
Subjects related to 'Minimalism' (Print & PDI). Judged in Clubroom – Last Hand In Date 27th November
See Competitions Page for full details and Rules... http://bebingtonps.com/competition/
Tuesday 17th November - Zoom Presentation by Gordon Watson - 'Intro to Astro Photography'
Location: Zoom
Time: 7:30pm
Gordon is a keen amateur (and PAGB award winning) photographer living in Lancashire, who’s interest in photography spans back 40+ years. Intro to Astro Photography: This talk provides an introduction to Astro-Photography, starting with some on-line resources for planning an astro-photography shoot, then explaining what can be achieved using equipment that most camera club members probably already own. We will look at techniques for photographing the Moon, Star Trails, the Aurora and the Milky Way, before ending with a selection of Deep Space images of galaxies and nebula.
Tuesday 24th November - Presentation of L&CPU Print Portfolio
Location: Methodist Hall, Bebington
Time: 7:30pm
Showcasing a selection of the prints from the L&CPU Print Competitions.
Tuesday 1st December - Competition Jubilee Shield (PDI)
Location: Methodist Hall, Bebington
Time: 7:30pm
Judged in Clubroom – Last Hand In Date 17th November
See Competitions Page for full details and Rules.... http://bebingtonps.com/competition/
Tuesday 8th December - Practical Evening - Night Photography Walk
Location: To be Advised
Time: 7:30pm
Details to be advised
Tuesday 15th December - Christmas Social Meet Up
Location: Methodist Hall, Bebington
Time: 7:30pm
A social meet for all members, where we may have an auction of photographic items; a fun quiz; a raffle; some refreshments; OR just natter and relax.
Tuesday 5th January - Competition - Mono PDI 'Urban, Street, People, Architecture'
Location: Methodist Hall, Bebington
Time: 7:30pm
Judged in the Hall –Last Hand In Date 23rd December
See Competitions Page for full details and Rules... http://bebingtonps.com/competition/
Tuesday 12th January 2027 - Presentation by Tom Lee FRPS, FSWPP, CrSWPP - 'A Hybrid Approach (Orotones)'
Location: Methodist Hall, Bebington
Time: 7:30pm
Tom is a published & exhibited fine art and portrait photographer whose work brings together traditional photographic craft and contemporary ways of seeing. Over many years of practice, he has developed a reflective approach to image-making, using historic processes as a means of creating photographs that feel both timeless and immediate. A Hybrid Approach (Oratones) A focused presentation examining the dialogue between digital capture and historic glass-plate processes. Examples of contemporary Orotone work are discussed alongside practical considerations for photographers wishing to explore hybrid methodologies.
Tuesday 19th January - Presentation of L&CPU Print Portfolio
Location: Methodist Hall, Bebington
Time: 7:30pm
Showcasing a selection of the prints from the L&CPU Print Competitions.
Tuesday 26th January - Presentation by Steve Proctor MPAGB, BPE5, PPSA, A.APS, UKICPG-3 - 'A Passion for People'
Location: Methodist Hall, Bebington
Time: 7:30pm
Steve is a multi-gold medal winning photographer and (more recently) PAGB accredited judge.
A Passion for People: The talk discusses photographing people in both group and solo situations, discussing the benefits and pitfalls of both approaches. It digs into how we can add ‘a bit of ourselves in to our photography to make them different from the rest as we seek inspiration and create our own, unique personal style.
Tuesday 2nd February - Zoom Presentation by Simon Caplan LRPS - 'Out of the Dark'
Location: Zoom
Time: 7:30pm
Simon is a member and a Licentiate of the Royal Photographic Society (LRPS); a member of Bristol Photographic Society and of the Bristol Creatives group. As well as taking his well-known urban details, abstracts and 'found' still life images, Simon has developed a growing reputation for his "renaissance-style" table top still life images lit only with a hand-held torch. Out of the Dark: In this talk Simon introduces audiences to the art of the still life - and still life photography in particular. As well as presenting a large number of his own stunning light-painted still life images, with light and shadow reminiscent of renaissance art, he takes the audience through a brief history of both still life painting and photography - and describes how classic art can influence modern photography. The presentation will introduce us to some current masters of still life photography; gives tips on the art of composition and lighting and discusses some of the pitfalls to avoid.
Tuesday 9th February - Lancaster Competition (PDI) Judging
Location: Methodist Hall, Bebington
Time: 7:30pm
Last Hand in Date 26th January See Competitions Page for full details and Rules ... http://bebingtonps.com/competition/
Tuesday 16th February - Zoom Presentation by Alun Richardson - 'Don't let the Old man In'
Location: Zoom
Time: 7:30pm
Alun is an author of mountaineering, climbing and kayaking books and a writer/technical editor for 'Trek and Mountain' magazine. Alun’s images have featured in fine art Exhibitions, magazine front covers, articles, websites and advertising campaigns for international companies. In 2017 he was the ‘Official’ photographer' to the Royal Gurkha Everest Expedition. Currently he is working on two new Photography books - 'The Khumbu’ and 'Being Adventurous'. Filming projects include the BBC, ITV, Channel 4, ’24 Productions’ and ‘Two Four productions’. Don’t let the old man in – Adventure Photography - My journey to the perfect picture: This talk is about photography in ‘wild places’, and the extremes one might be prepared to go to in the pursuit of the ‘perfect image’.
Tuesday 23rd February - Presentation by Barry Quatermass LPRS CPAGB - 'Opposites Obsession'
Location: Methodist Hall, Bebington
Time: 7:30pm
After a lifetime in construction where artisanship was seen to be a threat to time and cost, and therefore were typically ‘designed out’, Barry accepted that this was simply ‘the way of things’… until that is he picked up a camera. The images that Barry produces allow him to be expressive and creative in a way that nothing else does. Opposites Obsession: In this talk Barry discusses the two areas he has been mainly focussing since his last talk in 2024 - and how they are, in themselves, completely different to each other - hence Opposite Obsessions.
Monday 2nd March - Battle with Hawarden
Location: Methodist Hall, Bebington
Time: 7:30pm
Note that this Battle will take place in our Hall on our usual Tuesday Night
Tuesday 9th March - Competition - Nature (PDI) & Landscape(Print)9
Location: Methodist Hall, Bebington
Time: 7:30pm
Judged in Clubroom –Last Hand In Date 23rd February
See Competitions Page for full details and Rules... http://bebingtonps.com/competition/
Tuesday 16th March - Hosting of the Marsden Cup
Location: Methodist Hall, Bebington
Time: 7:30pm
Details to be advised
Tuesday 23rd March - Zoom Talk by Alan Cameron LPRS, ARPS - 'Photographic Distinctions - Validating your skills'
Location: Zoom
Time: 7:30pm
Alan started his photographic journey in 1969 at the age of 17, and in 1990 he joined the Royal Photographic Society. In the 2000’s Alan achieved his LRPS and in March 2022 he was awarded his ARPS in Documentary Photography. Photographic Distinctions - Validating your skills: This talk examines why a photographer might choose to gain validation by seeking distinctions and awards. Alan talks about his photographic journey to ARPS and looks at various ways to get awards and distinction concentrating on PAGB Awards with examples from some existing members including two DPAGBs and one MPAGB. Finally, Alan talks through the ARPS process in detail, and shows his panel.
Tuesday 30th March - Workshop with Rebecca Entwhistle - 'High Speed Photography - Water & Mist'
Location: Methodist Hall
Time: 7:30pm
High-speed, Mist and Droplets: This evening is designed to learn and develop the skills necessary to 'freeze the action' this is a workshop evening with a demonstration and practical how we can use our flashes, learn how to make ice cube stop in mid-air? Or create a misty picture with some homemade mist which adds another interesting dimension to your still life images; both will be available to do on the evening time to use your camera possibly in a new way.
Tuesday 6th April - Presentation by Robert Millin MFIAP, EFIAP/d3, FBPE, FIPF, AWPF, PFIAP, GPU Zeus, MPSA, SPSA, DPAGB, LRPS - 'Confessions of a Competition Addict (Parts 1 & 2)'
Location: Methodist Hall, Bebington
Time: 7:30pm
Robert started photography in 2009, with purchase of his first DSLR. Entered first International in March 2010 and became hooked on the competition scene. His main interest is sports photography closely followed by travel. He enjoys collecting letters.
Tuesday 13th April - Competition - Annual Mono PDI
Location: Methodist Hall, Bebington
Time: 7:30pm
Judged in the Hall –Last Hand In Date 30th March
See Competitions Page for full details and Rules... http://bebingtonps.com/competition/
Tuesday 20th April - Zoom Presentation by Tony Worobiec FRPS - 'Andalucia Land of Pattern, colour and rhythm'
Location: Zoom
Time: 7:30pm
A Fellow of the Royal Photographic Society, Tony is a fine art photographer with work in the permanent collection of The RPS, The Fox Talbot Museum and in numerous corporate and private collections here in the UK, in Europe, Japan and in The States. An author of 18 books, dozens of his photographs have been used for book or album covers.
Andalucía Land of Pattern, Colour and Rhythm: “Having travelled to a variety of mediteranean destinations over many years, it wasn’t until we discovered Andalusia that we fully recognised the fabulous photographic opportunities southern Europe has to offer”. Whilst many visitors will be familiar with its wonderful coastline, it is only when travelling inland that one fully appreciates the resplendent beauty of this idyllic part of southern Spain. The images discussed are more inclined towards the “intimate landscape” and aim to celebrate the distinct rhythm, colour and patterns that appear everywhere. The character of the entire landscape can be summed up by these three distinct adjectives.
Tuesday 27th April - Presentation by Kevin Morgans - 'Wild Britain from Shore to Summit'
Location: Methodist Hall, Bebington
Time: 7:30pm
Kevin is a professional wildlife photographer with a deep passion for capturing the untamed beauty of the British Isles and its rich seabird colonies. Specialising in evocative, storytelling imagery, his work shines a spotlight on the unique wildlife that inhabits these rugged coasts, remote islands, and wild landscapes. Wild Britain from Shore to Summit: Join this award-winning wildlife photographer and author of ‘Puffins: Life on the Atlantic Edge’ , as he takes you on a captivating photographic journey across the British Isles from its rugged coastlines to its soaring mountain peaks.
Tuesday 4th May - Competition - Annual Print Competition (Colour & Mono)
Location: Methodist Hall, Bebington
Time: 7:30pm
Judged Face to Face –Last Hand In Date 20th April
See Competitions Page for full details and Rules... http://bebingtonps.com/competition/
Monday 11th May - Presentation by Susie Freeman - 'Optical illusions ii - 2 Movement'
Location: Methodist Hall, Bebington
Time: 7:30pm
Susie came to photography in 2017 after a wide range of experience in art and design and fell in love with the immediacy and accessibility of the media and have been greatly encouraged and inspired by the expertise of fellow Hoylake PC members. She most enjoys taking photographs of people and events which are unique in time, with some local success, but is still exploring all genres. Susie has always straddled both the arts and sciences and has some depth of knowledge in the science and application of colour.
Still photographs can be optical illusions - a motionless representation of our active world. This illustrated talk gives tips, tricks and alternative ideas of how we can approach the depiction of movement in photography.
Tuesday 18th May - Competition - Annual Colour PDI Competition
Location: Methodist Hall, Bebington
Time: 7:30pm
Judged in Hall - Last Hand In Date 4th May
See Competitions Page for full details and Rules... http://bebingtonps.com/competition/
Tuesday 25th May - Annual General Meeting
Location: Methodist Hall, Bebington
Time: 7:30pm