This is a new talk. Full details to be added. In summary it is aimed at being a motivational talk illustrated with multiple images. Whilst it covers photography it also covers broader subjects relevant to life in general.

• Minimalism

  What minimalism is, the history of minimalism in art and photography, examples of different approaches to minimalism, and looking at common characteristics of minimalist images

• On growth and development – the journey we are all on

  I will talk about the journey we all go on as we progress as a photographer, how we continue to grow, and will discuss things such as style and developing our individual photographic voice.

• On communication, composition and personal expression in photography

  The journey I hope to take people on is dispelling some common compositional myths, looking at the importance of intent, helping people understand how their compositional choices impact the viewer, and helping them create more impactful images through their choices. It will be illustrated by diagrams showing the impact of compositional choices. I also hope to encourage people to go deeper - moving from looking at an image to experiencing it based on the choices made by the photographer.

Feedback

“….I really enjoyed your talk last night and your images are outstanding, and the message delivered was inspirational, Really good thanks….”

“….I’ve already had one new member who inspired by your “imposter” lesson is planning to enter his first ever competition as well…..”