A really full house this month with outstanding presentations from 13 members and a most appreciative audience. Once again, diversity of topics was the key.
Despite the diversity of content, connection could be made between various topics. Seaside and the coast brought together different interpretations by Tessa Mills and Bob Oakley whilst elements of the natural world formed the link between Wendy Allard’s debut contribution about mice and frogs and James Woodend’s starling murmurations.
The expressive freedom of abstract photography was the strand that bound together the very different works of Tej Kaushal, Henry Leeson and Bob Green. Whilst light, form and colour underpinned their explorations, an understanding of light, shade, form and contrast unified the subject matter presented by Tricia Sandford and Simon Vaughan (in his debut presentation to the Group).
Two very different local Worcestershire landmarks offered subject matter for Maddy Pennock and Clive Haynes. Maddy chose to explore aspects of Worcester Cathedral through the diffuse characteristics of a Lensbaby lens, whilst Clive enjoyed details, silhouettes and shadows presented by the new ‘Four Seasons’ pierced-metal spheres sculptures at Croome Landscape Park.
Despite connections woven between those already mentioned, the work of two contributors defied any obvious liaison. Nigel Reader’s ‘Geometric Progression’ revealed the acuity of his seeing eye for detail, shape and form, whilst the worrying and sinister appearance of children’s dolls in a set from Stewart Bourne introduced us to the psychological conditions of pediophobia and coulrophobia.
With time pressing, we only had space for one ‘Outside Source’ and we chose one suggested by Angie Hill: the amazing photography of Bruce Gilden which could be loosely termed as ‘street photography’. Here’s the link to enjoy his work:
Bruce Gilden
During the session, for the first time ever, poor sound quality from Clive’s webcam mic was experienced by many of you. Clive had no idea how poor and distorted the quality had become. His volume was reduced to almost zero to no avail. Rest assured that we’re looking into the cause.
All members’ work from our December session can be seen in our latest ‘Viewpoint’ e-book. Click on the image below or use this link: Viewpoint and choose the December 2025 edition. The same link provides access to many previous issues of ‘Viewpoint’ - a fascinating treasure-trove waiting for you to explore!
About the next meeting. The regular date would be 1st January, New Year’s Day. Not a good choice. In view of this we’re taking a break, and we look forward to seeing everyone, refreshed and with plenty of work to share on 5th February 2026.
With the Season’s Greetings, a Very Happy New Year and all Best Wishes,
Tessa and Clive.
