Next Studio Group meeting
Next group meeting Tuesday 14th November. Contact Roger Parry to book a session.
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Welcome to one of the UK's Premiere photo clubs based near Birmingham, West Midlands.
Smethwick Photographic Society is a friendly and welcoming camera club with a varied programme for everyone.
We welcome new members so why not come along to one of our meetings to see what we have on offer.
What's On
Regular Events - SPS throughout the week
MONDAY PHOTO SCHOOL
Weekly hands-on skills and guidance run by The Photography School.
7pm – 9.15pm
Drop-in Photo Clinic
Every Monday Night we host this hands-on session provided by the Photography School.
Open to all, no pre-booking required. Pay on the night – £4 for SPS/Photo School members, £6 for non-members.
Tuesday Studio Group
Monthly studio session covering a range of subjects. Pre-booking essential.
Variable timings
Thursday Night Lecture
Our main weekly club night hosting a broad range of inspirational talks.
8pm – 9.30pm, doors 7pm
Phone Competition, 30th November 2023
Thursday 30th November is “Phone” Competition for 2023. Entry will close Sunday 26th Live in the clubroom & via live stream. Starts 8pm
Thursday Night Hybrid Lectures
Every year, some of the finest speakers in the UK present at The Old School House. Although Smethwick is best enjoyed in person, we offer a high definition live stream if you prefer to attend lectures from home. IMPORTANT NOTE: Our previous login account is no longer in operation, Just pay for your attendance and follow the link to the ‘stream’
The new system is still in ‘trial’ mode
Inside SPS - get involved
Members' Competition
Best of the Year Competition, 7th December 2023
Thursday 7th December is “Best of the Year” Competition for 2023. Entry will close Monday 4th December Live in the clubroom & via live stream. Starts 8pm
Latest SPS Club News
Join us or Renew Membership
We are a friendly club open to anyone. Join us or renew your membership using the button below.
Discounts for joining during the year are available.
SPS in a Nutshell
Main Events Programme
We run a varied Thursday Night Club Programme as well as a Digital Skills Series. There is something for everybody.
Member Galleries
Have a look at the galleries of some of our members. We have a great history of extremely diverse and high quality photography across all genres.
Smethwick International
The Smethwick International Exhibition of Photography is a popular yearly event for photographers across the UK and the world.
Member Updates
Opportunities and Results
Create or update your own gallery
Want to send new or updated Member Galleries? Have a look HERE for instructions.
IMAGES AWARDED IN LAST MEMBER COMPETITION
Awarded images in the 3rd Colour Print competition 2023 in random order.
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