WALLINGFORD
PHOTOGRAphic CLUB
Access to the course is included within your membership fee
Skill level is not important - an interest in photography is all that’s needed
Any camera is suitable - modern digital, camera phones or retro
The gear does not make the photograph - it’s how it is used that is important
What to expect from the course
Develop your creative, visual and technical skills - including editing
Guidance and support both during and in between sessions
Practical assignments to try out the theory
A community to compare notes and experiences
6 monthly tutored online sessions (first Tuesday of the month)
Course sessions
Image composition – subject, rule of thirds, perspective, leading lines
Understanding the exposure triangle – aperture, shutter speed & ISO
Light intensity & the histogram
Focus & depth of field
Understanding light & the colour wheel
Setting the goal & digital editing
Guided field trips: one day-time and one night-time
The course is designed and led by WPC members and all sessions are live. Sessions are recorded and made available for review
Course starts Tuesday 6th October, 2026
Feedback from last year's course
“The intro programme was impeccably planned and prepared, and Dave’s technical material was outstanding” - Grant
“It was a good structured refresher and made me use my camera and get to know it better” -Paul
“The group helped to feel part of the club and there was affinity within the Intro group” - Bruce
“Gave me a sense of confidence” - Paul
“I have enjoyed my 1st year at camera club, especially the Intro to Photo course. I think the guest speakers have been excellent” - Joanna
“The beginners’ course was excellent” Ron
“It was great having the recordings for the sessions I missed.” Susan
“Being part of the introductory program made us feel included in the club right from the start” - Mark & Helen
“Dave's editing demonstrations were brilliant and inspiring” - Tom
“Covering basics like composition, rule of thirds, leading lines etc was really valuable.” - Peter