Our June meeting provided a wealth of ideas and ways of seeing, all from a ‘contemporary’ angle.

By one of those strange coincidences, four contributions featured aspects of seaside towns, cities and the coast. Tessa Mills reflected upon how the once tight-knit community of St. Ives in Cornwall needs to accommodate and please both locals and visitors alike.  Meanwhile, and in contrast, Bob Oakley showed aspects of a rundown resort, that of Sandown upon the Isle-of-Wight.  Bob Green visited the waterfront of Liverpool to enjoy its architecture both functional and frivolous.  Another aspect of the coast was revealed by Alex Isaacs with his individual consideration of shorelines.

Referring back in time to the days when film was the principal medium for photographers, Maddy Pennock explored how the process of ‘seeing’ changes when one is faced with a film with just 36 exposures.  Whilst considering film, Tej Kaushal presented a set which all referenced film yet with his unique spin upon how the outcomes could be.

Whilst Sue Biggart revealed the unexpected beauty of ‘street furniture’ beneath our feet, in colourful contrast, Clive Haynes presented a series of images which were all inspired or influenced by the music of jazz.

Summer holidays took their toll of those able to attend this session but nevertheless the meeting did indeed provide a wide range of imagery and ideas.

Our two ‘outside sources’ were:
The strangely eerie 'landscapes' by Eiric Johnson.
Link:  Eirik Johnson
And, 'Unintended Beauty' a series of unusual and offbeat examples of seeing and imagination by Alastair Philip Wiper. 
Link: Unintended Beauty

All members' work from our May session can be seen in our latest 'Viewpoint' e-book.  Click on the image below or use this link: Viewpoint and choose the June 2026 edition.  The same link provides access to many previous issues of 'Viewpoint' - a fascinating treasure-trove waiting for you to explore!

Our next meeting will be Thursday 2nd July 2026

We look forward to receiving images and seeing you then.

With all best wishes,

Tessa and Clive