Club Programme 2026-27
Sept 1st to 30th - Photo Challenge : Theme – ‘One Item, Two Perspectives’ : Time to get creative. Facebook Monthly challenge. 3 items each with 2 images so total of 6 images per person
Sept 15th- Welcome to UCC
Members & Committee Introduction. Programme for the Season. Review Exhibition Images and Summer Challenge images. Collect your exhibition images.
Sept 29th - Practical : Shadows - Jack Edwards
Step into the world of shadow photography and challenge yourself to see light differently.
October 1st to 31st - Photo Challenge : Theme - ‘Shadows’ :. Facebook Monthly challenge, up to 3 images per person
13th Oct - Latest Trips plus Q&A - Danny Green
Not only will our Club President be showcasing images from his latest trips but a fabulous opportunity to ask questions about all things photographic … questions in advance please !!
26th Oct - Practical: Anne Frank Dress Rehearsal - Shane Morgan
A collaboration with a local theatre group who have invited UCC along to their dress rehearsal at Mountsorrel Memorial Theatre. NB This is a Monday night not our normal Tuesday.
November 1st to 30th - Photo Challenge : Theme – ‘Leaves’ : Capture the rich colours and detail of autumn leaves through your lens. .Facebook Monthly challenge, up to 3 images per person
3rd Nov - MCPF Travelling Portfolio : An opportunity to view a curated collection of award-winning and top-selected photographs from local photographic societies.
Or … Photographing Religious Festivals - Mark Radford : Club member Mark showing images from his recent travels
17th Nov -TBC depending on above.
December 1st to 31st - Photo Challenge : Theme – ‘Food’ : Facebook Monthly challenge, up to 3 images per person
1st Dec -Practical : Food Photography - Mike Belson/Mark Flatman
Have a go at food photography and learn how light and setup make all the difference.
15th Dec -Christmas Social - TBC
January 1st to 31st Photo Challenge : Theme - ‘Discarded’ : Anything that’s thrown away, discarded, dumped or just unwanted. Facebook Monthly challenge, up to 3 images per person
5th Jan - ‘Journey To The Falkland Islands’ - Frances McKim
Explore the Falkland Islands through photography, from wildlife to remote and rugged landscapes.
19th Jan - Practical: Nightime Photography - Jo Easthope/Jack Edwards
Step out of your comfort zone and discover how to capture stunning images after sunset, learning simple techniques to make the most of the night and create photographs with impact. Location TBC
February 1st to 28th Photo Challenge : Theme – ‘After Dark’ : Facebook Monthly challenge, up to 3 images per person
2nd Feb -‘Tips & Tricks on How To Improve Your Photography’ - Peter Alvey
Challenge yourself to look at your photography in a new way, discovering how small changes can make a big difference to your images.
16th Feb - Practical : Portraits & Still Life - Tudor Lloyd
Whether capturing a person’s character or the simple details of an everyday object, discover how creativity, light and composition can transform your photographs.
March 1st to 31st Photo Challenge : Theme - ’Numbers’ : Take a fresh look at the world around you to explore how numbers, signs and symbols can be transformed into imaginative and eye-catching images. Facebook Monthly challenge, up to 3 images per person.
2nd Mar - ‘Creating Memories‘ - Malcolm Heaven
A practical guide to travel photography
16th Mar - Practical: Light Painting - Rob Green
Discover a world where photography meets creativity, as we use light, movement and long exposures to create images you could never capture in a single moment.
30th Mar - ‘On Safari’ - Mike Hazledine
Discover what it takes to photograph wildlife on safari, as Mike shares his images, experiences and tips for capturing animals in their natural environment.
April 1st - 30th Photo Challenge : Theme – ‘Weather’ : Challenge yourself to capture the mood and drama of the weather, from stormy skies and misty mornings to beautiful light and unexpected moments. Facebook Monthly challenge, up to 3 images per person,
13th Apr - ‘Edit Like A Pro’ - Marc Humphries
General principles, techniques, advice and editing tips (not software specific) … which will be really helpful ahead of our exhibition!
27th Apr -Exhibition Workshop
Whether you are entering your first exhibition or looking to improve, this workshop will help you understand how to select and present images that stand out.
May 1st to 31st Photo Challenge : Theme – ‘Before & After’ : A chance to share some before and after images to compare how we have worked on a few of our favourite images. Facebook Monthly challenge, 3 sets each with 2 images so total of 6 images per person
11th May - Photowalk or Outdoor Portraits TBC - Shane Morgan
25th May - Annual General Meeting
Have your say on what you want from the club. Suggestions for topics of future club meetings
June 1st to 30th Photo Challenge : Theme - ‘Portraits’. Facebook Monthly challenge, up to 3 images per person
9th Jun - Photowalk or Outdoor Portraits TBC - Shane Morgan
18th - 20th Jun - ANNUAL EXHIBITION at Woodhouse Village Hall (Annexe)
July-August
Photo Summer Challenge for July-August : Theme - ‘TBC’ : Facebook Summer Challenge
Please note: Programme subject to change, so please check with a Committee member, Facebook, or UCC website before travelling, if unsure.