DURHAM has had a thriving group of keen photographers for well over a century. The first camera club was founded in Victorian times. Since then the camera enthusiasts have embraced changes in technology that have seen the introduction of smaller cameras, colour photography, auto - exposure and automatic focus.

Now, members of Durham Photographic Society are still well abreast of present day advances brought about by the computer revolution. The digital age has opened up exciting new prospects for image making.

The high impact images that hit you between the eyes - in magazines, posters, newspapers and on TV  are within the grasp of anyone with a flair for creating artistic pictures.

DPS has been at the sharp end of picture making in the North East for many years. The society has won regional competitions and represented the Northern Counties in national contests on many occasions.

Our weekly programme features presentations by top photographers drawn from local & national photographic circuits. Many and varied activities are organised - Digital workshops and assignment outings take place on a regular basis and outings to popular events are frequently arranged between members (check the regular announcements on the Blog for details)

Photo competition nights are always popular and offer an opportunity to show off our latest 'master piece'. while a visiting judge provides the expert view

As a member of Durham Photographic Society you are assured of the widest possible audience for your picture making. We hold regular competitions and non - competitive picture discussion sessions. We have frequent exhibitions throughout the year. Our annual exhibition is held in Durham Cathedral. This is the 'Main Event' and is held during the summer months when visitors from all over the world are able to see our members work.

In recent years, an exhibition at the University Botanic Gardens has become a regular event during March. The Town Hall in the city centre frequently hosts displays of prints on themes of  interest to the local community. Further 'Mini-Exhibitions' can often be seen in local branches of the Durham City Library. 

Regardless of the level of expertise, or the equipment in use, our aim is to enjoy photography in the company of like minded individuals. Why not join other enthusiasts in an exciting hobby, which is constantly opening up new opportunities for creativity in the world of visual arts.

We meet Thursdays @ 7.30pm

St Oswalds Church Institute, Church Street, Durham. DH1 3DQ

Visitors and new members welcome

Member  £38.00 pa Student/Junior/External member  £19.00 pa