Photography 101

Some photographs make you pause mid-scroll. Mark Waidson's "Misty Lake Vyrnwy" is one of those images. On Monday 12th January 2026, it was announced as the winner of this season's Graham Trevor Trophy at Droitwich Camera Club — and it's easy to see why. The Winning Image Misty Lake Vyrnwy by Mark Waidson "Misty Lake Vyrnwy" captures a lone tree on a small island at Lake Vyrnwy in Wales, surrounded by soft morning mist and perfectly still water. The hills on either side frame

Build beginner photography skills by mastering exposure (aperture, shutter speed, ISO), nailing focus, and keeping shots steady with good technique or a tripod. Improve composition with rule of thirds, leading lines, framing, and the 20-60-20 layout (foreground/middle/background). Practise small challenges, try landscapes, portraits, street or macro, review and edit your images, and learn through clubs, workshops or courses. Use the gear you have and keep experimenting to fin