2025/26 Season Starting – New Members Welcome –

2025/26 Season Starting – New Members Welcome –

Where Photographers Grow Together

A crested bird with black and white facial markings perched on a lichen-covered tree branch against a blurred gray background.
Two people walking on a beach with large rocks and cliffs in the background, overcast sky with clouds.
A misty landscape with leafless trees, a dirt path, and birds flying in the sky.
A foggy scene of a small tree-covered island reflected in calm water, with a cloudy sky overhead.
A blurred landscape of a beach with sand, water, and an overcast sky with a rainbow.
View of a seaside village with colorful houses, waves crashing against the shore, a lighthouse in the distance, and a cloudy sky at dusk.
Scenic mountain landscape with a lake reflecting the mountains and trees.
Nighttime cityscape with modern multi-story buildings with lit windows along a canal, featuring graffiti on brick walls on the right side and reflections on the water.
A coastal landscape with turquoise water, white sandy beaches, green hills, and mountainous terrain under a partly cloudy sky.
A ballet dancer in a colorful tutu practicing in a dimly lit wooden hallway.
A homeless man with a beard and disheveled hair sits on the sidewalk against a graffitied wall, with bottles, a cup, and belongings next to him. There is a person walking past in the background on a city street.
A woman with a stern expression holding a pink umbrella in heavy rain.
Sunset over a harbor with a curved breakwater, calm water, and a lighthouse on top, with boats and buildings on the shore in the background.
A coastal scene at sunset with large rocks protruding from the water, including a prominent rock formation with a natural arch, illuminated by the golden glow of the setting sun.
Sunset over a lake with a mountain silhouette, calm water reflecting the sky, blue fading to orange near the horizon.
Three young women in traditional colorful ethnic costumes and ornate headdresses holding bowls, standing in a dark setting.
A young deer lying in a field of tall green and golden grass, looking towards the camera.
A clear light bulb lying on its side with intricate, swirling patterns inside, reflecting on a dark surface.
A foggy forest with tall trees and fallen leaves on the ground, with a person and dog in the distance.
Snow-covered landscape with leafless trees, fences, and a mountain in the background.
A bird with the face of a human with a beard, perched on a mossy branch.

Welcome to Kirriemuir Photography Club

Kirriemuir Photography Club was formed in 2015 to encourage and improve members’ photography skills in a welcoming and inclusive environment. We offer a varied programme of workshops, discussions, practical sessions, guest speakers, and competitions — with something for everyone, no matter your level of experience.

Our membership spans a wide range of ages, genders, and abilities. This diversity creates a supportive community where anyone with an interest in photography can explore their creativity, learn new techniques, and share their passion.

2025–2026 Session

  • When we meet: Every second Wednesday, September to April

  • Time: 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm

  • Where: Northmuir Hall, Kirriemuir

  • Season starts: Wednesday, 3rd September 2025, and the program for the coming year is available on our Calendar Page.

Visitors are always welcome. Your first session is complimentary, allowing you to experience what we do in a friendly and relaxed atmosphere.

Membership

  • Annual fee: £40 for 2025–2026

  • Fees help cover hall hire, guest speakers, competition judges, and shared club equipment.

  • Please complete the following Membership Application for 2025 – 2026 and return it as instructed on the form.

Whether you’re a complete beginner or an experienced photographer, you’ll find encouragement, inspiration, and good company at Kirriemuir Photography Club.

Latest News

3rd of September 2025 

A Great Start to Our New Season!

Thank you to everyone who came along to our first meeting of the new season – it was brilliant to see so many familiar faces and to welcome new members into the club.

The evening was a chance to catch up, enjoy a blether, and hear about the exciting year ahead. We introduced the programme of workshops, members’ nights, competitions, and guest speakers. Members also had the opportunity to see some of the club's equipment on display – a constant reminder of what’s available for use.

Heather put together a fantastic PowerPoint of the summer challenges, which sparked plenty of comments and discussion. It was great to see so many different interpretations and creative approaches.

Thank you again for making it such an enjoyable start to the season. We’re looking forward to the months ahead and all the photography, learning, and inspiration still to come.

Upcoming Events

Wed 17 Sep 2025 – Workshop
📍 Northmuir Hall | 🕢 7:30 pm
Talks and practical demonstrations of photographic techniques.
Open Competition hand-in.

Wed 01 Oct 2025 – Members Night
📍 Northmuir Hall | 🕢 7:30 pm
Topics chosen and presented by our members.

Wed 15 Oct 2025 – Open Competition
📍 Northmuir Hall | 🕢 7:30 pm
This year our Open Competition will be judged by Roy Robertson.

Wed 29 Oct 2025 – Guest Speaker
📍 Northmuir Hall | 🕢 7:30 pm
Our first Guest Speaker of the year is Ed Smith
Hand-in deadline for the Themed Competition ‘Abstract’.

Wed 12 Nov 2025 – Workshop
📍 Northmuir Hall | 🕢 7:30 pm
Talks and practical demonstrations of photographic techniques.

Wed 26 Nov 2025 – Themed Competition
📍 Northmuir Hall | 🕢 7:30 pm
Judged this year by Bob Humphreys.
Theme: ‘Abstract’.

Wed 10 Dec 2025 – Christmas Quiz & Buffet Night
📍 Northmuir Hall | 🕢 7:30 pm
Come dressed appropriately and enjoy our annual photography quiz and seasonal buffet.
Hand-in deadline for the January Knockout Competition.

Wed 07 Jan 2026 – Knockout Competition
📍 Northmuir Hall | 🕢 7:30 pm
Knockout Competition where superb photos can fall on a show of hands.

Wed 21 Jan 2026 – Workshop
📍 Northmuir Hall | 🕢 7:30 pm
Talks and practical demonstrations of photographic techniques.

Wed 04 Feb 2026 – Guest Speaker
📍 Northmuir Hall | 🕢 7:30 pm
Guest Speaker: Kenny Muir.
Hand-in deadline for the Themed Competition ‘Emotion’.

Wed 18 Feb 2026 – Members Night
📍 Northmuir Hall | 🕢 7:30 pm
Topics chosen and presented by our members.

Wed 04 Mar 2026 – Themed Competition
📍 Northmuir Hall | 🕢 7:30 pm
Theme: ‘Emotion’.
Judged by Malcolm Lind.

Wed 18 Mar 2026 – Workshop
📍 Northmuir Hall | 🕢 7:30 pm
Talks and practical demonstrations of photographic techniques.
Last chance to hand-in entries for Print of the Year (POTY) and Digital Image of the Year (DOTY).

Wed 01 Apr 2026 – Guest Speaker
📍 Northmuir Hall | 🕢 7:30 pm
Andy Howard

Wed 15 Apr 2026 – POTY & DOTY
📍 Northmuir Hall | 🕢 7:30 pm
POTY – Print of the Year.
DOTY – Digital Image of the Year.
Judged by Kevin McIntosh.

Competitions

At Kirriemuir Photography Club, competitions are a wonderful part of our yearly adventures together. They offer members of all experience levels a friendly platform to share their work, get helpful feedback, and explore their creativity. We host a variety of fun competitions throughout the year, like Knockout, Themed, Open, Print of the Year, and Digital Image of the Year. To make sure everyone can join in comfortably, entries are divided into three divisions, from complete beginners to seasoned photographers. You can find all the details about rules, divisions, how to submit prints and digital images, and essential deadlines in our easy-to-follow competition guidelines.

We organise a variety of competitions throughout the year, including Knockout, Themed, Open, Print of the Year, and Digital Image of the Year. Entries are divided into three divisions to ensure everyone can participate at the appropriate level, from complete beginners to experienced photographers.

Full details on rules, divisions, print and digital submissions, and deadlines can be found in our competition guidelines.

Members’ Wildlife Hide

Duncan Wood Photography Scottish red squirrel

Tucked away in Angus woodland, our private members-only hide offers a unique chance to enjoy and photograph wildlife up close. Overlooking a pond and maintained daily with feeding, it attracts a wide variety of species all year round.

Members can book exclusive time slots from early morning through to evening, with the hide kept in excellent condition for comfort and biosecurity.

Resources

Our resources section brings together everything members need in one place. Whether it’s booking the WFG wildlife hide, checking competition guidelines, or keeping up with club information, you’ll find it all here.

  • WFG Hide – members’ booking calendar

  • Competitions – entry form & submission guide

  • Committee Meetings – dates & details

  • Publications – current year updates

  • Presentations – member talks & techniques

  • Club Info – directions & constitution

Meet the Committee

Our committee helps keep the club running smoothly, from organising events and competitions to welcoming new members. Get to know the team behind Kirriemuir Photography Club.