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Recent News

Posted on 15 October, 202317 October, 2023

Sean’s Shots

Sean Corlett gave an accomplished presentation of his images to our members on Wednesday 4th October.

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Posted on 3 October, 20236 October, 2023

Jimmy’s Wild Wanderings

On Wednesday 20th September we hosted Jimmy Thistle on a two-part club night.

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Posted on 13 September, 202319 September, 2023

Timely Trophy Winner

2023 Mike Goldie Trophy winner 'Circles in Time' by Jason Quayle
2023 Mike Goldie Trophy winner ‘Circles in Time’ by Jason Quayle

Congratulations to Jason Quayle who won this season’s first competition, the Mike Goldie Trophy, at the opening evening on 6th September.

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Posted on 4 September, 20234 September, 2023

We’re Back!

Variety of SPS activities

Our new season begins on Wednesday 6th September.

If you are interested in photography and looking for ideas and inspiration, the Southern Photographic Society may be the place for you.

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Posted on 22 May, 202322 May, 2023

2023 Presentation Dinner

SPS trophies ready for presentation
SPS trophies ready for presentation

Members and guests attended the Southern Photographic Society annual presentation evening and dinner on Friday 19th May.

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Posted on 11 May, 202311 May, 2023

2023 Image of the Year

Steve Johnstone’s “Stag in Pursuit of the Hind” was named Print of the Year and Overall Image of the Year at our season finale competition. 

Stag In Pursuit Of The Hind by Steve Johnstone
Print and Overall ‘Image of the Year’: Stag In Pursuit Of The Hind by Steve Johnstone
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Posted on 27 April, 202311 May, 2023

April Open Results

Gulfstream Wet Landing by Jim Gibson
April Open print winner: ‘Gulfstream Wet Landing’ by Jim Gibson

The final open competition of this season was judged on Wednesday, with the usual wide range of subjects and styles on show.

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Posted on 6 April, 20236 April, 2023

Circles Competition Results

Circles by Andrea Thrussell
Circles print winner; ‘Circles’ by Andrea Thrussell

“Circles” was the subject of our final themed competition of the season, and Mike Radcliffe was our judge.

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Posted on 30 March, 2023

Our Exhibition is Open!

A Year in the Life of Port Erin poster

Port Erin is in the spotlight in a new exhibition by our members!

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Posted on 9 March, 20239 March, 2023

March Open Competition Results

March Open print winner "Watchful" by Andrea Thrussell
March Open print winner “Watchful” by Andrea Thrussell

Barry Murphy returned to judge our third open competition of the season, which featured action, landscape, nature and people photography. 

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Recent News

  • 2026 Prize Presentations
  • 2026 Annual General Meeting
  • Image of the Year 2026
  • April Open Competition Results
  • Two Presentation Club Night

Upcoming Events

Sep
9
Wed
7:45 pm Introductory Evening, Prints & M...
Introductory Evening, Prints & M...
Sep 9 @ 7:45 pm – 10:00 pm
Welcome and introduction to the season, including a look at what members did during the summer break and a chance to inspect prints from the Lancashire & Cheshire Photographic Union. Members are invited to share …

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Sep
23
Wed
7:45 pm Club Night: Mike Goldie Trophy 2...
Club Night: Mike Goldie Trophy 2...
Sep 23 @ 7:45 pm – 10:00 pm
A casual evening starts with the Mike Goldie Trophy, an informal competition open to all paid-up members.   The theme set by last year’s winner, Seamus Whelan, is “Windows and/or Doors“.  Bring up to three entries …

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Oct
7
Wed
7:45 pm Club Night: Informal Feedback
Club Night: Informal Feedback
Oct 7 @ 7:45 pm – 10:00 pm
As requested by members, an opportunity to ask for feedback and advice about your images from fellow members, and to hear about competition winning images from the photographers.
Oct
21
Wed
7:45 pm Competition: “Back Alleys”
Competition: “Back Alleys”
Oct 21 @ 7:45 pm – 10:00 pm
Entries to be in by 6pm Sunday 11th October 2026 Print and Digital; colour or monochrome. Judge: Dr Patricia Tutt ARPS
Nov
4
Wed
7:45 pm Club Night: Landscapes
Club Night: Landscapes
Nov 4 @ 7:45 pm – 10:00 pm
Landscape photography presentation by Colin Russell LRPS
Nov
18
Wed
7:45 pm Club Night: Visiting Speakers
Club Night: Visiting Speakers
Nov 18 @ 7:45 pm – 10:00 pm
A rare opportunity to enjoy presentations by visiting speakers from the Lancashire & Cheshire Photographic Union.  LCPU President Keith Richardson DPAGB will present creative images, while Steve Hitchen DPAGB will speak about nature photography. Due …

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Nov
19
Thu
7:00 pm 3-Way Battle 2026 – Inter-Club C...
3-Way Battle 2026 – Inter-Club C...
Nov 19 @ 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm
It is the Western Photographic Society’s turn to host the annual digital ‘battle’ between the island’s three photographic societies. Each club enters 30 of its members’ best images (maximum five by any one member) to …

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Dec
2
Wed
7:45 pm Competition: Open 1
Competition: Open 1
Dec 2 @ 7:45 pm – 10:00 pm
The first of three open competitions.  Entries to be in by 6pm Sunday 22nd November 2026 Print and Digital; colour or monochrome, any subject. Judge:  Dr Dave Salter
Dec
9
Wed
7:45 pm Members’ Club Night
Members’ Club Night
Dec 9 @ 7:45 pm – 10:00 pm
Members-only evening to judge WPS Open entries.
Dec
16
Wed
8:00 pm Christmas Party ’26
Christmas Party ’26
Dec 16 @ 8:00 pm – 9:30 pm
Social event for members with buffet, raffle, brain teasers and a fun small print competition.  Your print should be no larger than 7×5 inches and this year’s theme is TBA
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Main Road, Colby,
IM9 4LR
Isle of Man
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We are grateful to the Isle of Man Arts Council for their support

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