Are you ready to take your product photography to the next level? Join internationally acclaimed photographer Damian ‘The BIG Dog’ McGillicuddy for an inspiring Evening Seminar on Tabletop Product Photography.

This hands-on workshop will show you how to create striking, professional-quality product images—perfect for e-commerce, advertising, and editorial work. With Damian’s expert guidance, you’ll gain the skills and confidence to transform simple objects into eye-catching visuals.

What You’ll Learn

Hands-On Experience – Experiment with lighting, styling, and composition to make your product shots stand out.
Expert Tips & Tricks – Learn directly from Damian McGillicuddy, one of the industry’s leading photographers with decades of experience.
Creative Inspiration – Discover how to elevate everyday objects into powerful visual stories.
Friendly Atmosphere – Network with like-minded photographers and enjoy complimentary tea and coffee.

Event Details

Date: Wednesday 8th October 2025
Time: 7:00 PM – 9:30 PM
Location: Phoenix House, Widnes, Cheshire, WA8 0NL

Tickets: £30 (includes refreshments)
Limited to just 10 delegates!

Book Your Place Today

Don’t miss this unique opportunity to learn from one of photography’s greats. Spaces are limited and will go fast—secure your spot now!

All bookings are final. Refund Policy – No Refunds.

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We’re excited to announce a brand-new evening workshop with award-winning portrait photographer and NoFussMuss YouTube tutor James Musselwhite.

The Simple Guide to Studio Portraits is perfect for photographers who want to take the mystery out of studio lighting. In just a few hours, James will show you easy, repeatable strobe setups to help you create stunning portraits with confidence.

Date: Wednesday 17th September 2025
Time: 7:00 PM – 9:30 PM
Location: Musselwhite Photography, 17 Fairway Business Centre, Portsmouth, PO3 5NU
Tickets: £30 (includes refreshments) – Limited to 10 places!

Book Your Place Now and join us for an evening of practical learning, live demonstrations, and great company.

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The Society of Photographers is excited to announce a new full-day seminar on photographic lighting with acclaimed photographer Damian McGillicuddy.

Event Details:
Location: Widnes, Cheshire
Date: 21st September 2025
Duration: Full-day

Damian explains:

“If you want to be a better photographer, you need to understand and manipulate light without compromise. This seminar is designed for photographers looking to take their skills to the next level. Together, we’ll explore the key concepts of lighting that can transform your work, unraveling the very qualities of light that make a photograph truly stand out.”

This seminar is limited in space, so early booking is recommended to secure your place.

For more information and to book your place, visit the Photography Seminars section of our website.

Please note: All bookings are final. Refund Policy: No refunds.

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This week, we had the pleasure of hosting two exciting training days for our incredible Junior Judges. These sessions focused not only on honing judging skills but also on strengthening the team dynamic, creating an environment where everyone could grow and learn together. It was a fantastic opportunity for our junior team members to connect, collaborate, and develop a deeper understanding of what makes outstanding photography.

Team Building and Skill Development

The training days centred around two key goals: enhancing judging expertise and fostering a strong sense of teamwork. From the moment the sessions began, it was clear that this was more than just about sharpening technical skills – it was about building a cohesive unit that supports and uplifts one another. Through engaging exercises and insightful discussions, we encouraged our Junior Judges to share their perspectives and learn from each other’s experiences.

By the end of the sessions, there was a noticeable boost in confidence across the team. Each individual walked away with new insights into what it takes to evaluate photography, as well as a renewed passion for the art itself. This was more than just learning how to judge – it was about learning how to appreciate the diverse ways photography can tell a story, convey emotion, and capture moments.

Collaboration in Action

What made these training days truly special was the collaborative spirit everyone brought to the table. It was inspiring to see our Junior Judges work together, offering feedback, sharing knowledge, and supporting one another as they tackled the complexities of photography judging. This sense of collaboration didn’t just benefit their judging skills; it also fostered a strong sense of community within the team.

There was a lot of learning, but also plenty of laughter, encouragement, and bonding that brought the team closer than ever before. The energy and enthusiasm in the room were contagious, reminding us all of the importance of teamwork in the creative process.

Looking Ahead

We are incredibly proud of the dedication and passion our Junior Judges showed throughout these two days. A huge thank you goes out to everyone who participated and contributed to making this such a productive and positive experience.

We’re excited to see how these new skills will be put into practice going forward. The team is better equipped than ever to evaluate photography with an eye for creativity, technical mastery, and storytelling. The future of our judging team looks bright, and we can’t wait to see where this journey takes us!

Get Involved

Have you ever wondered what it takes to become a Society Print Judge? Or what makes a photograph award-winning material? Well, we are now giving you the opportunity to find out! This is your personal invitation to join us for The Judging School!

When: May 7th-8th, 2025
Where: Rhyl, North Wales

Just 2 spaces remaining

Learn more and register here!

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Suitable for all levels of nature photographers including beginners.

Join Kevin Pigney for a nature photography workshop in the stunning Kingfisher Bridge Nature Reserve.

During this interactive day, you will get the chance to photograph Konic Ponies and Water Buffalo, guided by Manager of the Reserve, James Moss.

Kevin will be leading the sessions at the hide & portable hides on the shore of a large lake where numerous waterfowl can be expected. Photographers will be able to photograph birds in flight & low level shooting positions for waterfowl on the water. Kevin will also be available for any tuition should it be desired.

While the Konic Ponies & Water Buffalo are guaranteed subjects, any remaining subjects are totally wild and individual species cannot be guaranteed.

However there are lots of resident & visiting species so photographers should get a good variety of subjects. Attendees will be privileged to access areas not normally open to the public.

Sunday 6th August 2023
8-45am for a 9am briefing/introduction

Venue – Kingfishers Bridge Nature Reserve

£125 pp including lunch

All the details can be found here https://thesocieties.net/nature-photography-live/

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