Welcome to our social photoclub, your go-to place for honing your craft within a vibrant, supportive community!
Hosted by an award-winning, qualified photographer and educator, where most weeks* we host social photography events. These gatherings are ideal for making new photography friends, practising and exploring new skills and sharing creative insights with fellow enthusiasts.
Whether you’re drawn to sports, wildlife, landscapes, cityscapes, or seascapes, our diverse events and narratives will inspire you to see the world through a fresh lens.
In addition to our part-day events, we’ve organised social day and multi-day outings to destinations like Lundy, Dartmoor, Cornwall, the Isle of Man, Lake District, Northumberland, Scotland, and France, as well as train journeys to Cheltenham, Birmingham, York and London, among others, which are all included** in your membership.
We regularly host live Lightroom support events online via Zoom.
Membership starts in January each year and grants** you access to these events.
Join us to enhance your photography socially and develop and practice your unique artistic voice in a space dedicated to your growth.
Programme for the remainder of the 2024
September – 12 Events
Sunday 1st starting at 15:00– Tintagel CoastlineWednesday 4th– Cornish Coastline AdventureSunday 8th starting at 15:00– Photowalk Horner Woods, ExmoorMonday 9th starting at 19:00– Lightroom Community, ZoomWednesday 11th starting at 19:00– Lightroom Short, ZoomSaturday 14th starting at 10:00– Street Photography, TauntonMonday 16th starting at 19:00– Lightroom Community, ZoomWednesday 18th starting at 19:00– Lightroom Short, ZoomSunday 22nd starting at 14:00– Lowtide Exmoor Salt MarshMonday 23rd starting at 19:00– Lightroom Community, ZoomWednesday 25th starting at 19:00– Lightroom Short, ZoomSaturday 28th starting at 10:00– Bristol ArchitecturalMonday 30th starting at 19:00– Lightroom Community, Zoom
October – 13 Events
Wednesday 2nd starting at 19:00– Lightroom Short, ZoomSunday 6th starting at 07:00– Sunrise at Somerset LevelsMonday 7th starting at 19:00– Lightroom Community, ZoomWednesday 9th starting at 19:00– Lightroom Short, ZoomSaturday 12th– Isle of Man Day AdventureMonday 14th starting at 19:00– Lightroom Community, ZoomWednesday 16th starting at 19:00– Lightroom Short, ZoomSaturday 19th– Lundy Day AdventureMonday 21st starting at 19:00– Lightroom Community, ZoomWednesday 23rd starting at 19:00– Lightroom Short, ZoomSunday 27th starting at 14:00– North Devon CoastlineMonday 28th starting at 19:00– Lightroom Community, ZoomWednesday 30th starting at 19:00– Lightroom Short, Zoom
November – 8 Events
Saturday 2nd starting at 11:00– One of the last castles built in the UK, North DevonWednesday 6th starting at 19:00– Lightroom Short, ZoomSunday 10th Starting at 09:00– Seascape at Hartland North Devon- Wednesday 13th starting at 19:00 – Lightroom Short, Zoom
- Saturday 16th starting at 08:00 – Wildlife and Marshland – Glastonbury Somerset
- Wednesday 20th starting at 19:00 – Lightroom Short, Zoom
- Sunday 24th starting at 15:00 – Sunset on Exmoor
- Wednesday 27th starting at 19:00 – Lightroom Short, Zoom
December – 6 Events
- Sunday 1st Starting at 10:00 – Hinkley Point Coastline
- Wednesday 4th starting at 19:00 – Lightroom Short, Zoom
- Friday 6th starting at 10:00 – Bath Christmas Market
- Wednesday 11th starting at 19:00 – Lightroom Short, Zoom
- Saturday 14th Starting 10:00 – Tintagel Coastline
- Christmas Recess
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January – 6 Events
- New Year Recess
- Saturday 11th from 10:00 : Tarr Steps, Exmoor
- Saturday 18th : Day Train Trip to Ryde Isle of Wight
- Monday 20th from 10:00 : Dartmoor Landscape
- Wednesday 15th, 22nd & 29th from 19:00 : Lightroom Short, see members’ newsletter
February – 6 Events
- Saturday 8th from 10:00 : Uphill Landscape and Coastline
- Sunday 16th from 14:00 : Tiverton Weir
- Saturday 22nd from 11:00 : Clevedon Coastline
- Wednesday 5th, 12th, 26th from 19:00 : Lightroom Short, see members’ newsletter
March – 8 Events
- Sunday 9th from 08:00 : Portland Battery
- Saturday 15th from 08:00 : Start Point, Devon
- Saturday 22nd from 11:00 : Cardiff Streets
- Saturday 29th from 09:00 : London Streets
- Wednesday 5th, 12th, 19th, 26th from 19:00 : Lightroom Short, see members’ newsletter
April – 3 Events
- Easter Academic Recess
- Saturday 26th from 15:00 : Bristol Channel Coastline
- Wednesday 2nd, 30th from 19:00 : Lightroom Short, see members’ newsletter
Membership
Annual membership starts on the 1st of January each year with a cost of £65, with members joining after the 1st of September being charged £35, which includes attending all Photoclub events**
Something to say thank you perhaps a Birthday or Christmas, eGift Vouchers are available
Why with Mark?
Mark is an award-winning qualified photographer and educator, with over 30 years of experience as a freelance photographer and holds a Master of Art in Photography, in addition to a BA (Hons) in photography degree; amongst other media qualifications.
On first submission, Mark was awarded by his peers at the Royal Photographic Society, both Associate and Licentiate Distinctions.
Mark is now a PhD candidate in photography, researching topography, the environment and the affect theory.
What do past attendees say about Mark and his events?
“My 21-year-old daughter and I recently joined a Photowalk with Mark, at Valley of Rocks. It was a very enjoyable and educational experience. There were just two others, so a total of 5 in our group. Mark provided a comfortable environment for discussing the art and science of photography. He emphasized how personal photography can be and the importance of focusing on what we find compelling. He also provided instruction on the mechanics of a good photo as to structure, camera settings and other details. He was patient, very knowledgeable and clearly loves what he does. Thanks, Mark!”
Lisa, USA
“I was looking for someone to help me understand my canon camera whilst on holiday in Minehead. I am so glad that I booked a one-to-one day out with Mark. I can’t say enough about how professional Mark is & how wonderful our day out together was. Mark instantly put me at ease and nothing was too much trouble for him to explain. Mark does this in a way that you can easily relate to in day to day scenarios. I have since joined Mark‘s Lightroom Monday group and now enjoy learning all about post production of my images.”
Joan, Middlesex
“I joined Mark on one of his 1 to 1 workshops “New to Photography Workshop” back in April 2019, I wanted to rejuvenate my hobby for photography, having been a member of a local camera club where if your face fits you were ok I wanted to understand more about photography and techniques, well 18 mths on having been a regular attendee on his walks and trips I feel I have learned much more from a very motivated, experienced educator and communicator.”
Malcolm, Somerset
“Many thanks for all the help on your photography workshop in getting me away from auto settings, and understanding depth of field, rule of 3rds ect, it has been a great help in improving my photography skills and making everything even more enjoyable than I ever thought possible, Many thanks, Mark.”
Mike, Taunton, Somerset
“Mark has the knack of simplifying the technical. He is always available to answer questions, even when they have been asked before.”
Katrina, Minehead, Somerset
“After having owned my Nikon DSLR camera for many years and never having taken it off Auto, I decided to join Mark on one of his Full Day Camera courses. He took me through the basics and encouraged me throughout the day, by adding new skills at varying locations. By the time we had finished, I felt confident to continue learning and practising my new skills. A great day for those who need to better understand their camera. Thanks Mark.”
Karen, Porlock, Somerset
“Mark has endless patience, is very encouraging and has a wealth of knowledge, he has been a great support in helping me progress my intermediate photography skills from capturing the shot to editing in Lightroom.”
Joanne, Minehead, Somerset
”We had some lovely days with sun, clouds, rain and wind. Today an Exmoor photographer showed us some beautiful places on Exmoor. Thank you Mark Stothard for taking us the whole day out and giving us a lot of tips ?”
Elma, Facebook, NL
“Mark’s passion for his art of photography, comes through in the warmth and professionalism he shows in all his workshops. He makes you feel welcome, relaxed and nothing is too much trouble! He simplifies instructions so that we can all understand. We all come away feeling greatly inspired and with new knowledge to become better photographers ourselves. His variety of workshops shows his broad knowledge. I particularly enjoyed the trip out onto Exmoor to photograph ponies and Highland cattle, where his enthusiasm is evident. The ambience of the smaller groups, where everyone is friendly and Mark inspires us to help each other, as well as sharing his tips and knowledge with us. I would thoroughly recommend attending any of his workshops.”
Sue, Bridgwater, Somerset
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Note:
- Weather conditions and tide time where applicable, may impact the itinerary, and the event is subject to change for safety reasons
- For multi-day adventures in remote environments, your camping equipment may be required
- Insurance: £10M of public liability. £5M Professional indemnity insurance
- Mark is a trained First Aider
- * Most weeks refer to Academic term dates only
- ** excludes personal expenditures such as travel, entrance to places of interest, and any refreshments
- Email Newsletters are normally sent on a Monday with event confirmation details on Wednesday, please check your spam folder