Colin Jones

Colin Jones is the CEO of The Societies of Photographers, having led the organisation for many years with a focus on supporting photographers, developing new opportunities for members and growing the organisation’s role within the photographic industry.

With a background in business, marketing, events and publishing rather than photography itself, Colin brings a different perspective to the industry. He oversees The Societies’ membership, competitions, qualifications, education, events and Professional Imagemaker magazine, as well as working closely with photographers, manufacturers, retailers and other industry partners.

Away from The Societies, Colin has a long-standing involvement with the RNLI and is an active musician and performer. He is passionate about supporting photographers at every stage of their careers and ensuring The Societies continues to provide practical, relevant and accessible opportunities for photographers to improve their photography and build their businesses.

Sony Introduces New FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM II, the World’s Smallest and Lightest F2.8 Standard Zoom Lens

April 29, 2022 Colin Jones

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Photography News

Sony announces the 67th lens in its mirrorless E-mount lineup – the highly-anticipated, FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM II (model –...

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Professional Imagemaker April – May 2022 now available online

April 22, 2022 Colin Jones

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Blog, Professional Imagemaker Magazine

The April – May 2022 issue of Professional Imagemaker magazine is now available online. The 100-page issue is filled full...

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Are you coming to the Photography Retreat this April?

April 13, 2022 Colin Jones

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Photography News

We are flying through April and 2022 at an alarming rate! How do we take the foot off the pedal...

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SINWP Bird Photographer of the Year 2022 in aid of RSPB – Now Open for Entries

April 13, 2022 Colin Jones

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Blog, Photo Competitions, Photography News

Calling all photographers! Enter your best bird images into this exciting photo competition and help raise vital funds for The...

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The Click Conference is back for 2022!

April 11, 2022 Colin Jones

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Photography News

Returning to The Ridgeway Centre, Milton Keynes, The Click Conference will take place on Monday 13th June 2022, and is...

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Rotolight NEO 3 Wins Lighting Product of the Year at Amateur Photographer Awards 2022

April 11, 2022 Colin Jones

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Photography News

Amateur Photographer magazine Editor, Nigel Atherton, introduced the accolade and the Rotolight NEO 3 and AEOS 2 by stating, “It’s...

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The Societies of Photographers prepares for Falkirk, Tyne and Wear and Wigan Photographic Roadshows

April 8, 2022 Colin Jones

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Blog, UK Photo Roadshows

The Societies of Photographers is pleased to announce 3 new photographic roadshows to be held in Falkirk on the 26th...

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Webinar: Introducing The Photography Retreat

March 28, 2022 Colin Jones

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Blog, Photographic Webinars

Join Fiona Elizabeth as she introduces The Photography Retreat; a weekend of recalibrating creativity, learning to slow down and observe,...

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Canon, Epson, Fujifilm, OM-Digital Solutions, Nikon & Sony lead major brand line-up at The Photography Show & The Video Show

March 24, 2022 Colin Jones

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Photography News

Canon, Epson, Fujifilm, OM-Digital Solutions (Olympus), Nikon and Sony are among the big-name brands showcasing their latest products and solutions...

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