Leighton Buzzard Photographic Club: Diversions

Chris is primarily a landscape photographer, having a particular affection for the natural world.  But he tries to be creative and likes to be “a bit different”.  So, when he finds himself in circumstances where landscape photography isn't possible, he seizes the opportunity for diversions into other aspects and styles of photography.

His lecture showcased a wide variety of images taken in urban locations as well as some “intimate landscapes” and his creative and artistic work.

His pictures included candid and street photography in the UK and abroad (in black & white and colour), architectural work at the Guggenheim Museum in Bilbao (both inside and outside), artistic interpretations of plant life at Kew Gardens, abstract impressions from boat hulls in the Isle of Man, and artistic studies from the San Michele Cemetery in Venice.

Chris has been producing pictures for many years and looks for “variety and versatility” in his photography.  His diversions have, he says, taken him outside his landscape comfort zone and have thereby enriched his landscape work.

This entertaining and instructive lecture, with its melange of high-class images, amply demonstrated both the diversity and the quality of his work.  Clearly, there is much to be gained from diversions.

We are always keen to share our passion for photography and we provide a warm welcome for new members at our meetings at Greenleas School on Derwent Road.  We run a varied programme of activities for photographers of all levels.  See our website at lbpc.org.uk for details and join us soon to unleash your own creativity.