Photography Academy
The Alastair Currill Photography Academy is all about building a supportive, creative photography community, whether you're a beginner, hobbyist, or seasoned pro. This is your chance to stay inspired, connected, and always developing your skills!
Just £15/month includes:Monthly Photography Meeting
First Wednesday of every month (via Zoom or in-person at our studio in Bourton-on-the-Water). Expect expert demos, editing sessions, gear talk, critiques & more!
10% Discount on All Events & Workshops, Including model shoots, Zoom classes, 1:1 training, and more!Priority Booking
Members get 48-hour early access to all our limited-space shoots and events before they’re released to the public.Quarterly Guest Speaker Sessions
Hear directly from professional photographers, models, and editors. Ask questions and learn from the best!
Monthly Photography Challenge
A new theme each month to push your creativity. Submit your shot, get feedback, and a chance to be featured!Private Community Access (coming soon)
Connect with fellow members via a private Facebook — for feedback, ideas, and support.Why the change?
We’re evolving from the North Cotswold Camera Club into something more flexible and engaging, focused on education, support, and high-quality events and training. We want to build something that truly reflects the ambition, of our photography community — and we'd love YOU to be part of it.
Ready to join? Drop us a message to join
Meetings Coming Up
Light Trails – Traffic Lights Academy Meeting
Date & Time: Wedensday 1st October | 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Location: Cheltenham NPC car park
Price: £15 for non-members
Learn how to capture the magic of light trails in this hands-on evening session, focusing on traffic lights and moving vehicles. Perfect for photographers who want to experiment with long exposures and add dynamic motion to their images.
In this session, you’ll:
- Explore techniques for long exposure photography to capture light trails.
- Learn how to compose and time shots with moving vehicles for maximum effect.
- Experiment with different shutter speeds and camera settings to create dramatic results.
- Receive guidance and tips from experienced photographers to improve your technique.
Whether you’re a beginner or an enthusiast, this session offers a fun and creative way to enhance your photography skills.
Fireworks Photography Evening
Date & Time: Tuesday, 5th November | 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Location: To be confirmed (somewhere scenic in the Cotswolds)
Price: £15 per person for non-members
Celebrate Bonfire Night with a hands-on photography session designed to teach you how to capture stunning fireworks using long exposures. This evening is perfect for photographers who want to master the techniques that make fireworks bursts come alive in their images.
In this session, you’ll learn to:
- Use long exposure techniques to capture vibrant fireworks trails.
- Time your shots perfectly to capture explosive moments in the sky.
- Experiment with composition, framing, and shutter speed for dramatic effects.
- Receive expert guidance to improve your fireworks photography skills.
Whether you’re a beginner or an enthusiast, this session offers a fun, creative way to practice and capture spectacular firework displays.
📸 Camera Club Guest Speaker Night – Huw Jones on Rugby Photography
🗓 Wednesday 19th November
💷 £15 for non-members (Free for members)
Join us for an exciting evening as we welcome Huw Jones to share his insights and experiences in the world of rugby photography. From capturing high-impact moments on the pitch to navigating the fast-paced nature of live sports, Huw will provide a behind-the-scenes look into this adrenaline-fuelled genre of photography.
Whether you're a sports enthusiast, aspiring action photographer, or simply curious about the field, this talk is packed with practical tips, stories from the sidelines, and inspirational imagery.
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Monthly Photography Challenge
A new theme each month to push your creativity. Submit your shot, get feedback, and a chance to be featured!Private Community Access (coming soon)