u3a

Faringdon & District

Photography

Status:Active, open to new members
Group leader:
When: Monthly on Wednesday afternoons 2:00 pm
Second Wednesday of the month
Venue: Venue changes each month and will be updated on the website and via email ahead of time

Learning more about photography to produce better images.

We just had our end of year review which culminated in choosing 2 shots of the year in our mini competition.

The winner of the 'Shots taken on photography group outings' was Pete King with his beautiful shot of the duckling.

The winner of 'Shots taken outside photography group outings' was Sarah Benson with her bird taken in Costa Rica.


Do you take photographs?  Would you like to take better photographs?

It’s all about pictures and the desire to communicate, so our aim is to promote an appreciation of all forms of photography.  All photographers, regardless of experience or the equipment they use, are welcome in the Photographic Group.  It is a group for those that enjoy photography and wish to improve their photographic technique and knowledge; it is for beginners and experienced photographers alike.  You don’t require an expensive single lens reflex camera to join in; just an interest in photography and a simple camera or mobile smart phone. Plus a wish to join a social group of friends.

Many meetings take the form of photographic expeditions followed on subsequent meetings a review discussion of photographs taken.  Expeditions are interspersed with talks and occasional Study Days. Regular assignments are set.

Photo by Pauline Mitchell

The programme for the Faringdon u3a Photography Group is below but may be subject to change. In addition there will be repeat visits to places previously visited.  These will be arranged on an ad hoc basis to suit Group Members. Arrangements for photographic expeditions are circulated prior to the date. Additional expeditions will be arranged as appropriate.

Forthcoming events

21st October 2026
Outing
A transport museum of some description TBC.
28th October 2026
Outing
Didcot Railway Centre We plan to visit on one of their Steam days so we can photograph them in action. 10am meet DATE TBC May be Sat/Sun 24/25 or Sat/Sun […]
4th November 2026
10:00 am
Outing
Steam Museum, Swindon A chance to photograph all things Great Western. Location: https://maps.app.goo.gl/wiUpRahvwAVw8xuJ9
11th November 2026
Meeting
Briefing Meeting to confirm locations, etc for the coming weeks.
18th November 2026
10:00 am
Outing
Avebury A visit to the stones at the start of the historic Ridgeway public footpath.
25th November 2026
10:00 am
Outing
Rollright Stones A visit to these Neolithic/Bronze age stones, along with The Whispering Knights, and King Stone. Meet at The Rollright Stones, parking is alongside the road as you approach […]
Cost: £2
2nd December 2026
10:00 am
Outing
Wayland's Smithy & White Horse Hill Another site along the ancient Ridgeway with Wayland's Smithy just a short walk away.
9th December 2026
Meeting
Briefing meeting and review of Aston Rowant Sculpture Park, Nature, Birds, Architecture, Texture/Ancient Monuments, and Transport.
16th December 2026
Social