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SPECIAL EVENT: Captivating Nature - Wildlife of Britain & Beyond - Presentation by Des Ong
SPECIAL EVENT: Captivating Nature - Wildlife of Britain & Beyond - Presentation by Des Ong

Tues 31st Mar 2026 7:30pm - 10:00pm


Monochrome Print League Competition (3rd and Final Round) - Appraisal by by Jonathan Vaines LRPS CPAGB AFIAP
Monochrome Print League Competition (3rd and Final Round) - Appraisal by by Jonathan Vaines LRPS CPAGB AFIAP

Tues 7th Apr 2026 7:30pm - 10:00pm

About Jonathan Vaines LRPS CPAGB AFIAP

Jonathan is a photographer based in Bedford. He is a member and previous president of Cambridge Camera Club. He describes his photography as observational and has a great love of the coast. So, you either find him by the sea or, pre Covid, in a museum watching people walking up and down photogenic staircases.


Drone Photography & Videography - Talk by Paul Smith DPAGB AWPF LSINWP BPE5
Drone Photography & Videography - Talk by Paul Smith DPAGB AWPF LSINWP BPE5

Tues 14th Apr 2026 7:30pm - 10:00pm

Join us for an exciting and informative session with Paul Smith, an accomplished photographer and drone enthusiast. In this talk, Paul offers a comprehensive overview of drone photography, starting with a clear explanation of the rules and regulations every drone operator needs to know to fly safely and legally. Paul will also provide an insider’s look at the essential gear used in drone photography, sharing tips on choosing the right equipment for capturing stunning aerial images. The highlight of the evening is a visual journey across the country, showcasing breathtaking drone shots and the techniques used to create them.


Projected Digital Image League Competition (6th and Final Round) - Appraisal by Tim Morland DPAGB ARPS
Projected Digital Image League Competition (6th and Final Round) - Appraisal by Tim Morland DPAGB ARPS

Tues 21st Apr 2026 7:30pm - 10:00pm


Looking Outside The Frame - How not to take competition winners! - Talk by Martin Addison
Looking Outside The Frame - How not to take competition winners! - Talk by Martin Addison

Tues 28th Apr 2026 7:30pm - 10:00pm

If you want to win competitions you should study what is doing well and copy it in your own way. That is however a very poor way of improving your photography and not very satisfying.


Image of the Year Print and PDI Competitions - Appraisal by Jane Barrett ARPS AWPF DPAGB BPE5*
Image of the Year Print and PDI Competitions - Appraisal by Jane Barrett ARPS AWPF DPAGB BPE5*

Tues 5th May 2026 7:30pm - 10:00pm

About Jane Barrett ARPS AWPF DPAGB BPE5*

A long-time member of Benfleet Camera Club and more recently The Beyond Group, I have always had a fascination for photography and in particular the printed image. I love the challenge of capturing that moment in time which would normally be a fleeting instant often missed in a blink of an eye, such as a bird taking off or a canoeist being swamped by water.


My Passion for Photography - Talk by Will Cheung FRPS
My Passion for Photography - Talk by Will Cheung FRPS

Tues 12th May 2026 7:30pm - 10:00pm

In this engaging talk, aill shares his personal approach to photography, focusing on his passion for shooting projects that resonate with him, emphasising creativity over competition and the joy of capturing moments for personal satisfaction rather than external validation.


Annual General Meeting and Presentation of Awards
Annual General Meeting and Presentation of Awards

Tues 19th May 2026 7:30pm - 10:00pm

Annual General Meeting and Presentation of Awards, followed by a presentation after the break.


Upcoming Workshops

Colchester Street Photography: Saturday 21st March
Duxford ’26 Imperial War Museum: Sunday 7th June
Santa Pod - Dragstalgia (60th Anniversary Special Event): Saturday 27th June

External Events

Colchester vs Ipswich Annual Battle at Ipswich venue
Colchester vs Ipswich Annual Battle at Ipswich venue

Mon 13th Apr 2026 7:30pm - 10:00pm


Annual EAF Exhibition at Apex Gallery, Bury St Edmunds
Annual EAF Exhibition at Apex Gallery, Bury St Edmunds

Sat 2nd May 2026