The images in the header are a selection of the images from our 'Open pdi' competition held on 14th Oct 2025.
Gold: Listening to Gerry by David Shaw, Harvest Festival by Judith Flacke. Silver: Bee on Scabious by Jennifer, Shady Shadows by Rupert Stockwin. Bronze: Catch me if you can by Geoffrey Desmond. Judge: Peter Fry
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If you live in North Devon and enjoy photography, why not take it further by joining a friendly group of fellow enthusiasts. More information at the bottom of this page, or Contact Us here.
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Our next Talk:
28th October 2025
Abstract Photography by Stan Farrow
This presentation discusses why photographers should consider doing abstract work, and how. It makes comparisons between abstract art and abstract photography, and introduces a few of the great abstract photographers of the past as well as providing ideas and inspiration.
At Blue Lights Hall, Appledore, EX39 1QU
Meetings start at 7:30pm .
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Autumn Programme
- Sun 26th Oct 14:00 to 16:00 : Photoshop workshop
- 28th Oct: Talk, Abstract Photography by Stan Farrow
- 4th Nov: Members Night
- 11th Nov: Competition Open Print, Judge: Mandy Smith
- 18th Nov: Members Night
- 25th Nov: Talk The Weird and Wonderful World of Vintage Lenses by Rose Atkinson
- 2nd Dec: Members Night
- 9th Dec: Competition Mono Pdi, Judge: Helen Moore
- 16th Dec: Christmas Meal (The Old Foundry, Bideford)
- 23rd Dec: No Meeting
- 30th Dec: No Meeting
Competition Submission Dates
[Print Comps. - up to 5 images, Pdi - up to 4 images per member]
Refer to the Club's Competition Rules as to how the images must be presented for each type of competition.
- 28th Oct: Open Print
- 25th Nov: Mono Pdi
Competition Details
Open Print: Any Subject
Open Mono: Any Subject presented in Monochrome
Talk Details
28th Oct: Abstract Photography by Stan Farrow
This presentation discusses why photographers should consider doing abstract work, and how. It makes comparisons between abstract art and abstract photography, and introduces a few of the great abstract photographers of the past as well as providing ideas and inspiration.
25th Nov: The Weird and Wonderful World of Vintage Lenses by Rose Atkinson
An introduction to the wonderful (and sometimes weird!) world of vintage lenses. Why should we consider using vintage lenses? I explain how and where you can buy them, what to look out for, and how to adapt and use them for interesting and creative effects.
Want to make better Photos?
Keen to improve the quality and range of your photography?
Why not come along and join us?
Bideford Camera Club was formed in 1902, but while over 100 years later the basics of photography remain much the same, we now embrace a wide variety of styles and genres of photography.
We are a friendly Group, based in North Devon, with a passion for all kinds of photography. Our members range from relative beginners to relatively experienced photographers.
We firmly believe photography should also be fun, so while some of our members enter external competitions and the group is fully affiliated to The Western Countries Photographic Federation and The Photographic Alliance of Great Britain, others are just as happy to meet up to share and discuss their images on an informal basis.
The image is the important aspect of photography and how you creatively get there, rather than the equipment you use.
So whether you just want to get more out of the camera on your smartphone, or to use a more advanced camera of any type, you will be welcome at the club.
- Varied programme of speakers and photography based activities throughout the year
- Regular group indoor meetings, both social and technical.
- Share images, ideas, hints and tips.
- Friendly photo challenges and opportunities.
- Option to take part in assorted photography competitions with expert feedback and critique
- Any level of photographic skill welcome.
- Digital camera, film camera or mobile phone - if you enjoy taking photographs and making images there will be something in the club for you!
Where and when do we meet
Our location....('Where to Find Us' for full details)
We are easy to find in the centre of Appledore with easy access and parking at the Churchfields long stay car park on the sea front (free after 6:00pm).
Blue Lights Hall, Vernons Lane, Appledore, Devon, EX39 1QU.
How much does it cost?
Come and join us for one of our Evening Meetings to find out what we do.
If you would like to join:
Full membership :-£55.00p per annum.
3 month Trial Membership :- £15.00p.
Youth Annual Membership :- £25.00p per annum.
If you wish to join, why not contact us now
This will give you access to our weekly meetings up to the AGM in 2026, plus our 2026 summer program of weekly local photo shoots and our other photo excursions.
If you are thinking about joining us, you a welcome to attend 2 meetings before you decide.
For Visitors there is a charge of £3.00p for the meeting.