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.
Membership
Annual membership starts on the 1st of January each year for £65, with members joining after the 1st of September being charged £35, which includes attending all Photoclub events** Non-members are welcome to join in on an event-by-event basis.
Programme
December
- Wednesday 4th starting at 19:00 – Lightroom Short, Zoom : Join in
- Friday 6th starting at 10:00 – Bath Christmas Market : Join in
- Wednesday 11th starting at 19:00 – Lightroom Short, Zoom : Join in
- Saturday 14th Starting 10:00 – Tintagel Coastline : Join in
- Sunday 15th Starting at 10:00 – Hinkley Point Coastline : Join in
2025
January
- Saturday 11th from 10:00 – Tarr Steps, Exmoor : Join in
- Wednesday 15th from 19:00 – Lightroom Short : Join in
- Wednesday 22nd from 19:00 – Lightroom Short : Join in
- Sunday 26th from 10:00 – Dartmoor Landscape : Join in
- Wednesday 29th from 19:00 – Lightroom Short : Join in
February
- Wednesday 5th from 19:00 – Lightroom Short : Join in
- Saturday 8th from 10:00 – Uphill Landscape and Coastline : Join in
- Wednesday 12th from 19:00 – Lightroom Short : Join in
- Sunday 16th from 14:00 – Tiverton Weir : Join in
- Wednesday 19th from 19:00 – Lightroom Short : Join in
- Saturday 22nd from 11:00 – Clevedon Coastline
- Wednesday 26th from 19:00 – Lightroom Short : Join in
March
- Wednesday 5th from 19:00 – Lightroom Short : Join in
- Sunday 9th from 08:00 – Portland Battery
- Wednesday 12th from 19:00 – Lightroom Short : Join in
- Saturday 15th from 08:00 – Start Point, Devon
- Wednesday 19th from 19:00 – Lightroom Short : Join in
- Saturday 22nd from 11:00 – Cardiff Streets
- Wednesday 26th from 19:00 – Lightroom Short : Join in
- Saturday 29th from 09:00 – London Streets
April
- Wednesday 2nd from 19:00 – Lightroom Short : Join in
- Easter Recess
- Saturday 26th from 15:00 – Bristol Channel Coastline
- Wednesday 30th from 19:00 – Lightroom Short : Join in
May
- Saturday 3rd – Black Ball, Exmoor
- Wednesday 7th from 19:00 – Lightroom Short : Join in
- Saturday 10th – Exmoor Woodland
- Wednesday 14th from 19:00 – Lightroom Short : Join in
- Sunday 18th – Exmoor Conygar Tower
- Wednesday 21st from 19:00 – Lightroom Short : Join in
- Saturday 24th – Dartmoor : Join in
- Wednesday 28th from 19:00 – Lightroom Short : Join in
- Saturday 31st – Lundy Day Adventure : Join in
June
- Wednesday 4th from 19:00 – Lightroom Short : Join in
- Wednesday 11th from 19:00 – Lightroom Short : Join in
- Wednesday 18th from 19:00 – Lightroom Short : Join in
- Wednesday 25th from 19:00 – Lightroom Short : Join in
- Saturday 28th – Day Train Trip to Osborne House, Isle of Wight
- more to come
July & August
- Summer Recess
September
- Monday 1st starting at 10:00 – Tintagel Coastline : Join in
- Wednesday 3rd from 19:00 – Lightroom Short : Join in
- Wednesday 4th – Cornish Coastline Adventure :
- Sunday 8th starting at 15:00 – Photowalk Horner Woods, Exmoor :
- Wednesday 10th starting at 19:00 – Lightroom Short, Zoom : Join in
- Saturday 14th starting at 10:00 – Street Photography, Taunton
- Wednesday 17th starting at 19:00 – Lightroom Short, Zoom : Join in
- Sunday 21st starting at 14:00 – Lowtide Exmoor Salt Marsh : Join in
- Wednesday 24th starting at 19:00 – Lightroom Short, Zoom : Join in
- Saturday 28th starting at 10:00 – Bristol Architectural :
October
- Wednesday 1st starting at 19:00 – Lightroom Short, Zoom : Join in
- Sunday 6th starting at 07:00 – Sunrise at Somerset Levels :
- Wednesday 8th starting at 19:00 – Lightroom Short, Zoom : Join in
- Wednesday 15th starting at 19:00 – Lightroom Short, Zoom : Join in
- Wednesday 22rd starting at 19:00 – Lightroom Short, Zoom : Join in
- Sunday 27th starting at 14:00 – North Devon Coastline :
- Wednesday 29th starting at 19:00 – Lightroom Short, Zoom : Join in
November
- Saturday 2nd starting at 11:00 – One of the last castles built in the UK, North Devon :
- Wednesday 5th starting at 19:00 – Lightroom Short, Zoom : Join in
- Sunday 10th Starting at 09:00 – Seascape at Hartland North Devon :
- Wednesday 12th starting at 19:00 – Lightroom Short, Zoom : Join in
- Saturday 16th starting at 14:00 – Wildlife and Marshland nr Glastonbury Somerset :
- Wednesday 19th starting at 19:00 – Lightroom Short, Zoom : Join in
- Sunday 24th starting at 15:00 – Sunset on Exmoor :
- Wednesday 26th starting at 19:00 – Lightroom Short, Zoom : Join in
December
- Wednesday 3rd starting at 19:00 – Lightroom Short, Zoom: Join in
- Sunday 6th starting at 15:00 – Sunset on Exmoor : Join in
- Wednesday 10th starting at 19:00 – Lightroom Short, Zoom : Join in
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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Photoclub Membership 2025
£65.00
Photoclub
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Note:
- Events are hosted by members and are run on a not-for-profit basis
- Event management is via Eventbrite – please Follow us
- Event bookings are closed normally 4 days before the event with details being sent via Eventbrite
- Weather conditions and other natural events where applicable, may impact the itinerary, and the event is subject to change for safety reasons
- Insurance: £10M of public liability is held
- * Most weeks refer to Academic term dates only
- ** excludes personal expenditures such as travel, entrance to places of interest, and any refreshments
- Club email newsletters are normally sent on Sunday or Monday’s