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This friendly East Anglian club offers lots of learning opportunities

1 **Airshow by Mark Stace** E xcellent composition, with the plane shooting out from the bottom left corner of the frame

2 **Wimborne Minster Vertorama by Paul Farrow** A clever way of capturing such a magnificent scene. So much to take in!

5 **Eric the Fly by Roger Trice** The detail that’s been captured here is nothing short of astonishing. Every thread-like hair is visible, while the gleam of the fly’s body is well rendered

When was the club formed?

The club was formed in the 1970s but only moved to its current meeting place last year.

What does the club offer new members?

We try very hard to offer a wide range of opportunities for all members, particularly those new to the club, to learn from more experienced colleagues. We have some excellent, highly experienced amateur photographers who are always willing to assist those who wish to increase their photographic knowledge.

Describe a typical club evening

We issue a club programme that includes full details of our winter events from September through to June the following year. A typical meeting starts with comments on past events and details of forthcoming meetings. The club holds an annual exhibition of members’ images, where visitors are asked to select their favourite photograph from the over 100 on display. The exhibition is also displayed in Halesworth.

6 **Carmine Bee-eaters by David Field** A great action shot, which captures a range of behaviours in these highly attractive birds

Do you invite guest speakers?

Our programme includes talks by local photographers and this year some from outside the area on Zoom.

Do members compete in regional and national competitions?

Although the club does not compete in national competitions it is involved in competitions with clubs, some three ways, from the surrounding area.

**3 Harvest Mouse by Eve Copeman** Lovely sharp focus on the mouse’s eyes, and a good set-up that suggests a cheeky nature

4 **Sunset, Maligne Canyon by Tom Swanson** A shot that transports the viewer into the heart of the epic scene. Like something from *Lord of the Rings*

**7 Henham Steam Rally by David Collins** The steam coming out of the middle chimney is what brings life to this interesting and well-composed shot

8 **Thurne Windmill by Chris Bluck** Good composition, using the rule of thirds, while the shape of the the wispy clouds is echoed in the grasses below

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Amateur Photographer Magazine

6 January 2024

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