Dave BestAt Hexham & District Photographic Society we provide a wide ranging syllabus to cater for the varied interests of our members, whatever their expertise or type of photography and photographic equipment they enjoy. Practical aspects of photography are addressed through technical talks, live demonstrations, the use of computer software packages, workshops and image assessment evenings.

We engage an interesting range of speakers, both from inside our Society and externally, to explore the infinite variety of photographic genres, styles and techniques. The advent of live streaming enables us to engage a wider range of speakers from further afield at a reasonable cost to present at our weekly meetings.

This programme is supplemented by a variety of print and PDI competitions throughout the season. This culminates in our annual Society Awards Night, where we invite a photographer of national or international reputation to deliver the keynote address and present the annual awards.

As we are always looking for ideas to keep the syllabus lively and interesting, member suggestions for future content are always invaluable and most welcome. - Dave Best Syllabus Secretary

Download the Current Syllabus as a printable PDF.

Upcoming Events

John & Barbara Austin

An evening with John and Barbara Austin

Tuesday 25 February 2025

In their own words, John & Barbara "work as a team for all our photography" so will both present an overview of their inspiration in photography, offering a glimpse of all the topics they cover, not just those you typically see in club competitions. 

During the talk, they will explore how they started the different areas of interest, the equipment used and their post-processing techniques.  Don't worry, this will only be an overview and not in depth!!

Photographic Prints

3rd Print Competition - Judged by Keith Archer

Tuesday 04 March 2025

Tonight the 3rd and final print competition will be judged by Keith Archer.

Danny Brannigan DPAGB 1

Brannigan Trophy Semi-Finals

Tuesday 11 March 2025

Birds of Queensland - Kevin Hilton

Tuesday 18 March 2025

Danny Brannigan DPAGB 1

Brannigan Trophy Final & AGM

Tuesday 22 April 2025

AV Meeting 2

AV Evening - Members

Tuesday 29 April 2025