The Welsh Photographic Federation
Undeb Ffotograffig Cymru
We are very sad to report the passing of another past-President of the WPF,
Brian was the 33rd President of the Federation and served from 2011-2013. His obituary will follow.
We will also provide information regarding Brian’s funeral arrangements as soon we are able.
Thanks to Paul James for this lovely image that illustrates Brian’s character so well.
We’ve received this from Susan Surridge at Baglan Bay Photographic Society.
On Tuesday 30 September we held our Anniversary Trophy Competition, our PDI of the Year. There was a very full room with 18 BBPS members present all eagerly anticipating our judge’s remarks and scores. Dennis Russ was on form, describing each of the 64 images with comments referring to sharpness, colour and diffused backgrounds. He told us that he had enjoyed viewing them all and awarded scores of no less than 16. He held back 10 images, 6 of which were later awarded a score of 19. The final 4 all scored 20. However, The Anniversary Trophy winner was Kev Robertson with ‘In The Red Corner’. The Runner Up was David Condon with ‘Whitford Lighthouse’. Dennis presented Kev with the Anniversary Trophy Slate and a memento. Dennis also awarded Dave with a memento. Many congratulations to you both. Very well done to all those with held back images. Our huge thanks to Dennis for the difficult task of judging for us. It was a great evening, and we had cake too!
View all the images in our Virtual Exhibition here.
The latest talk by Sharon and Rob Prenton Jones is now available. The talk looks back on their photographic journey over the last 10 years and focuses on how they gradually began to specialise in portraiture and shooting models. It will be filled with hints, tips and suggestions.
The talk is free but they charge travel expenses at the usual PAGB rates (currently 45p per mile) to and from their home in Colwyn Bay. (Note, if more than one hour travelling from home, one night’s B&B and evening meal).
More details here.
Recently, three of North Wales most talented photographers were awarded their prestigious EFIAP Diamond 2 distinctions (Excellence Fédération Internationale de l’Art Photographique).
Robert Prenton Jones EFIAP/Diamond 2, BPE 5, AWPF, LRPS, GPU-VIP4, Sharon Prenton Jones MFIAP, MPAGB, FIPF, FBPE, ARPS, EFIAP/Diamond 2, GPU-VIP5.of Conwy Camera Club & Eryri Photo Group.
Andy Polakowski AWPF BPE5 DPAGB EFIAP/d2 GPU-Cr3 GPU-VIP3 APAGB of Mold Camera Club & Eryri Photo Group
For the full article and some inspirational photos click here.
The details of the funeral of Jennifer Cox are as follows:
10am on the 13th October at Briwnant Chapel, Thornhill Crematorium, Cardiff, CF14 9UW. Followed by refreshments at The Manor Park Hotel a very short drive from the Crematorium.
Jen’s sister Gill would appreciate an approximation of the numbers attending for catering purposes. Over the next week would you please confirm your intention to attend to Stephen Willcocks (Cardiff Camera Club) by text to 07305 236617 or by email to stephen.willcocks@googlemail.com .
The eighth masters of print was opened on Saturday 2nd August by the PAGB Vice President, Peter Young CPAGB AFIAP LRPS HonPAGB, and the WPF President, Ron Lines DPAGB EFIAP/s LRPS AWPF BPE3.
The exhibition continues until 9th September 2025 at Bedwelty House, Tredegar, NP22 3XN.
We have received the following sad news from the Secretary of Cardiff Camera Club regarding former WPF President (2009-2011), Jennifer Cox BA (Hons) Photography, ARPS.
I am sad to report that Jennifer Cox passed away early on the morning of 21st August 2025 at the Royal Glamorgan Hospital following a fall earlier in the week while in the care at the George Thomas Hospital in Treorchy. Many will remember Jen as an active member of our club and former president of the Welsh Photographic Federation (WPF). I will keep you updated about funeral arrangements when available.
Multi-award winning photographer and actor Bill Ward has announced the launch of Pre-Orders for “IMMERSIVE”, his very first book with Kozu Books!
It is his pioneering Ocean ICM project, a groundbreaking 4-year investigation into water, energy and movement, and what happens when you physically get into the sea with a wetsuit, waterproof housing and a moving camera, and become literally immersed within, and surrounded by, the very thing you’re photographing.
To find details how to pre-order, visit www.kozubooks.com
