Our first competition was judged by Ron Rook in his usual friendly, humorous style. He included tips and suggestions to help us improve.

Subjects were Living things except humans and plants for the Ken Maynard Shield and Urban Landscapes for the President's Cup. There were digital and print sections in both competitions. It was encouraging to see new members entering and overall the standard of entries was high. Ken Maynard Shield – Prints: 1, Dragonfly, Mickey Curtis; 2, Harvest Mouse, Derek Godridge; 3, I've Got My Eye On You, Becky Curtis. Digital: 1, Dragonfly, Carol Coward; 2, Dog Daze of Summer, Mark Walker; 3, Dewy Dragonfly, Karin Saunders. President's Cup – Prints: 1, Pillars of Bath, Mickey Curtis; 2, Which Way, John Coward; 3, Boscawen Street, Becky Curtis. Digital: 1, ANP QED, Mark Walker; 2, Play it Again Sam, John Coward; 3, Stormont, Victor Tullin.

Next meetings: October 10, Martin Wonnacott of Cornwall Cameras will bring a selection of his latest stock. October 17, A demonstration of how images are selected for entry into inter-club competitions, (battles).