Seminars & Photography Talks
NOTE : Chris has 5 talks at present, and talks via ZOOM are now available.
1. Updated for 2023! (In association with Canon/Canson Infinity) - In person only
'From Capture To Print: The Final part Of The Jigsaw'.
Chris spends an evening looking at images made over the past 20 years and chats about his inspirations, techniques used, thoughts on composition etc., and then makes prints using a superb, affordable Canon Pro 300 A3+ printer and his beloved museum grade papers from Canson Infinity showing how choice of paper can affect both the look and feel of an image. During the evening, Chris will print some of your member's images. Your club can choose 6 images from your members and Chris will give advice on a paper that would suit the image, and then print it on some wonderful Canson Infinity paper, making great use of the fine ink set of the Pro300, including the wonderful new MATT black. Lots of printer-related info on the night and a real insight into the superb engineering of these incredible papers. Suited to all photographers whether they print or not. For information about this talk contact Chris on 07920 -- 044094. Very limited so be quick :)
2. New for 2023!
'The Four Seasons , Images and Prints'. In person only.
Chris spends an evening chatting about images made throughout the seasons over the past 15 years. Chris will chat about the technique used on each image, his inspirations and thoughts on the composition, before looking at the print and discussing how paper choioce can affect the finished photograph. Around 20 images will be discussed. 07920--044094
3. New for 2023
'Rome - In Pictures & Words'. In person or ZOOM
The story of Rome told alongside lots of Chris's powerful photography. Rome's past is never far away. Old ruins stand beside a more modern Rome and there is so much for the photographer to unravel in this beautiful city. This talk offers a more relaxed evening, with lots of Chris's work on show, bringing life to the stories. 07920--044094
4. The very popular, updated in 2023 ...'Venice - In Pictures & Words'. In person or ZOOM
The history of Venice told through Chris's landscape images. A documentary style evening. How did Venice begin? How did they become the most powerful force in the Med, and how did it all end? An evening full of remarkable insights and lots of award-winning photography on show. For information about this talk contact Chris on 07920 -- 044094
5. Recently revised in 2023...'Composition Within Landscape Photography'. In person or ZOOM
Chris unravels the 'black art' of composiiton in this talk that is aimed at beginners and advanced photographers alike. From basic techniques to unusual concepts such as how to use spaces in photography, Chris will take the listener on a journey that offers a better understanding of how to create more balanced, powerful images. Always well received. 07920 -- 044094
Chris has been presenting talks on landscape photography at a wide range of locations since 2009.
Most camera clubs do welcome new members or paying guests for the evening so why not take time to attend one of these inspirational seminars?
The main presentations last around 90-100 mins with plenty of landscape images on show. Each presentation covers different aspects of photography; maybe a consideration of the composition process, a specialist area of interest such as Venice, or perhaps a look at how different photographic capture methods give different results (HDR etc). A question and answer session will follow the main presentation. There is normally a short break during the presentation.
Any camera clubs or photographic organisations interested in booking the seminar should contact Chris direct on 07920 044094. Also any public or private venues interested in holding a talk should contact Chris to discuss any possibilities.
Forthcoming talks/seminars: (all talks are around 90 minutes long with a break in the middle)
2025 Dates
10th Feb 2025 - Holmfirth Camera Club - Seminar 'Composition Within Landscape Photography'
3rd March 2025 - Retford Photographic Society - Seminar 'Venice, In Pictures & Words'
5th March 2025 - Field End Photographic Society (Ruislip)- Evening Roadshow. 'Printers & Fine Art Papers' in association with Canson Infinity & Canon UK
17th March 2025 - Newark & Dist. Photographic Society - Seminar 'Composition Within Landscape Photography'
19th March 2025 - High Levels W.I. - Seminar 'Venice, In Pictures & Words'
23rd March 2025 - Lincolnshire Photographic Association - 'Day Of Photography' talk - 'Venice, In Pictures & Words'
2nd Sept 2025 - Nottingham & Notts Photographic Society - Evening. 'From Capture To Print. The Final part Of The Jigsaw'
2026 Dates
Previous years
2024 Dates
2nd Jan 2024 - Hayling Island Camera Club - ZOOM Seminar 'Composition Within Landscape Photography'
25th Jan 2024 - Ossett & Dist Camera Club - Seminar 'Composition Within Landscape Photography'
30th Jan 2024 - Sheffield Photographic Society - Seminar 'Composition Within Landscape Photography'
1st Feb 2024 - Dronfield Camera Club - Seminar 'Composition Within Landscape Photography'
2nd Feb 2024 - Ilkley Camera Club - Evening. 'From Capture To Print. The Final part Of The Jigsaw'
7th Feb 2024 - High Peak Photography Club - Seminar 'Venice, In Pictures & Words'
21 March 2024 - Ossett & Dist Camera Club - Evening. 'From Capture To Print. The Final part Of The Jigsaw'
22nd April 2024 - Retford Photographic Society - Seminar 'Composition Within Landscape Photography'
29 Aug 2024 - Phoenix Theatre, Bawtry - Stage presentation, 'Venice, In Pictures & Words' with images on the large screen
14th Nov 2024 - Otley Camera Club - Seminar 'Composition Within Landscape Photography'
10 Dec 2024 - Stafford Camera Club - ZOOM Seminar 'Venice, In Pictures & Words'
2023 Dates
9th Jan 2023 - Retford & Dist. Photographic Society - Evening. 'From Capture To Print. The Final part Of The Jigsaw'
11th Jan 2023 - York Photographic Society - Seminar 'Composition Within Landscape Photography'
21st March 2023 - Wetherby & District Camera Club - Seminar 'Composition Within Landscape Photography'
13th April 2023 - Motherwell Photographic Society - ZOOM Seminar 'Venice, In Pictures & Words'
13th July 2023 - Pocklington Photographic Society - Talk. 'The Four Seasons - Images & Prints'
26th Sept 2023 - Doncaster Camera Club - Talk 'Venice, In Pictures & Words'
27th Sept 2023 - Matlock Camera Club - Evening. 'From Capture To Print. The Final part Of The Jigsaw'
2022 Dates
20th Jan 2022 - Stokesley Photographic Society - ZOOM Seminar 'Composition Within Landscape Photography'
3rd Feb 2022 - Selby Camera Club - ZOOM Seminar 'Venice, In Pictures & Words'
28th April 2022 - Royston Photographic Society- Evening Roadshow. 'Printers & Fine Art Papers' in association with Canson Infinity & Canon UK
31st May 2022 - Norwich (& District) Photographic Society- ZOOM Seminar 'Rome, In Pictures & Words'
13th Sept 2022 - Sheffield Photographic Society - Evening. 'From Capture To Print. The Final part Of The Jigsaw'
14th Sept 2022 - Stockton Camera Club - Evening. 'From Capture To Print. The Final part Of The Jigsaw'
22nd Sept 2022 - Stokesley Photographic Society - Evening. 'From Capture To Print. The Final part Of The Jigsaw'
23rd Sept 2022 - Ilkley Camera Club - Seminar 'Composition Within Landscape Photography'
26th Sept 2022 - Ripon Photographic Society- Evening. 'From Capture To Print. The Final part Of The Jigsaw'
3rd Oct 2022 - Harrogate Photographic Society - Evening Roadshow. 'Printers & Fine Art Papers' in association with Canson Infinity & Canon UK
4th Oct 2022 - Leeds Photographic Society - Evening Roadshow. 'Printers & Fine Art Papers' in association with Canson Infinity & Canon UK
6th Oct 2022 - Atherton & District Photo Society - Evening. 'From Capture To Print. The Final part Of The Jigsaw'
8th Nov - 2022 - Rushden & Dist Photographic Society - Evening Roadshow. 'Printers & Fine Art Papers' in association with Canson Infinity & Canon UK
2021 Dates
11th Jan 2021 - Holmfirth Camera Club - ZOOM Seminar 'Venice, In Pictures & Words'
26th Jan 2021 - Gosforth Camera Club - ZOOM Seminar 'Venice, In Pictures & Words'
14th April 2021 - Peterborough City Camera Club - ZOOM Seminar 'Venice, In Pictures & Words'
20th July 2021 - Norwich (& District) Photographic Society- ZOOM Seminar 'Venice, In Pictures & Words'
23rd Sept 2021 - Riccal Historical Society - Seminar 'Rome, In Pictures & Words'
29th November 2021 - Bingley Camera Club - Seminar 'Composition Within Landscape Photography'
2020 Dates
22nd Oct 2020 - Bury Photographic Society - ZOOM Seminar 'Venice, In Pictures & Words'
2019 Dates
10th January 2019 - Durham Photographic Society - Seminar 'Venice, In Pictures & Words'
7th February 2019 - York Camera Club - Seminar 'Venice, In Pictures & Words'
18th April 2019 - Riccal Historical Society - Seminar 'Venice, In Pictures & Words'
4th Sept 2019 - Hebden Bridge Camera Club - Seminar 'Venice, In Pictures & Words'
11th Sept 2019 - Field End Photographic Society (Ruislip) - Seminar 'Composition Within Landscape Photography'
25th Sept 2019 - Saltburn Photographic Society - Seminar 'Venice, In Pictures & Words'
26th Sept 2019 - Selby Camera Club - Seminar 'Composition Within Landscape Photography'
22nd October 2019 - Doncaster Camera Club - Seminar 'Venice, In Pictures & Words'
2018 Dates
7th February 2018 - Stockton Camera Club - Seminar 'Composition Within Landscape Photography'
23rd March 2018 - Malton Camera Club - Seminar 'Composition Within Landscape Photography'
17th May 2018 - Ripon Arts - Seminar 'Composition Within Landscape Photography'
10th December 2018 - Harrogate Photographic Society - Seminar 'Venice, In Pictures & Words'
2017 Dates
13th April 2017 - Pocklington Camera Club - Seminar 'Composition Within Landscape Photography'
7th December 2017 - York Camera Club - Seminar 'Composition Within Landscape Photography'
2016
13th January 2016 - Stockton Camera Club - Seminar 'Composition Within Landscape Photography'
1st March 2016 - Gosforth Camera Club - Seminar 'Composition Within Landscape Photography'
2015
13th January - Halifax Photographic Society - Seminar 'The Art Of Landscape Photography'
22nd January - Kirkbymoorside Camera Club - Seminar 'The Art Of Landscape Photography'
5th February - Durham Photographic Society - Seminar 'The Art Of Landscape Photography'
16th September - Saltburn Photographic Society - Seminar 'Composition Within Landscape Photography'
2014
22nd January - Huddersfield Photographic Imaging Club - Seminar
24th April - Gateshead Camera Club - Seminar
2013
30th September - Ripon Photographic Society - Seminar
1st October - The Gallery Photo Group, Middlesbrough -Seminar
24th October - South Liverpool Photographic Society - Seminar
11th November - Bingley Camera Club - Seminar
28th November - Dearne Valley camera Club - Seminar
5th December - York camera Club - Seminar
2012
21st March - Combined Field trip and seminar - Stockton Photographic society
5th May - Combined Field Trip and seminar day - Saltburn Photographic Society
15th May - Masham Camera Club - Seminar
14th July - Stokesley Photographic Society Field Trip
28th July - Stokesley Photographic Society Field Trip
20th September - Atherton & District Amateur Photographic Society - Seminar
21st September - Ilkley Camera Club - Seminar
8th November - Stokesley Photographic Society - Seminar
10th December - Harrogate Photographic Society - Seminar
2011
14th September - Stockton Camera Club
23rd November - Saltburn Photographic Society
2010
10th March - Scarborough Photographic Society
2nd September - Kirkbymoorside Camera Club
9th September - York Camera Club
11th November - Whitby Camera Club
14th December - Leeds Photographic Society
2009
17 March - Masham Camera Club
25 September - Malton camera Club
23 Nov - Ripon Photographic Society