Welcome to Motherwell Photographic Society
Whether you shoot on a phone, drone, tablet, DSLR or mirrorless camera — if you enjoy photography, you’re welcome here. Join us to learn, get inspired, and take your skills further.
Founded in 1896 (originally as the Motherwell Photographic Association), our club has been part of the town’s creative scene for well over a century. We've met in many venues over the years, always adapting and evolving with the times. You can explore our full story via the 'About Us' in the menu.
Our main season runs from September to April, with weekly meetings every Thursday at 7:30pm . The programme is packed with guest speakers, presentations, competitions, hands-on sessions, and photography outings — perfect whether you’re just starting out or already experienced.
We kick off each season with a relaxed meet-and-greet, ideal for newcomers and returning members to catch up and hear what’s ahead.
Over the summer, we stay active with casual meetups and day trips — great for staying connected and keeping the creativity flowing year-round.
Interested? Head to the 'Contact Form' link in the menu to request more details — and feel free to drop in for a few weeks before deciding to join!
Meetings are held at Holytown Community Centre, 22 Stevenston St, Holytown, Motherwell ML1 4RG
This seasons trophy winners can be found at Trophy Winners
Motherwell Photographic Society is a Charitable body registered in Scotland SCO 35387.
Whether you shoot on a phone, drone, tablet, DSLR or mirrorless camera — if you enjoy photography, you’re welcome here. Join us to learn, get inspired, and take your skills further.
Founded in 1896 (originally as the Motherwell Photographic Association), our club has been part of the town’s creative scene for well over a century. We've met in many venues over the years, always adapting and evolving with the times. You can explore our full story via the 'About Us' in the menu.
Our main season runs from September to April, with weekly meetings every Thursday at 7:30pm . The programme is packed with guest speakers, presentations, competitions, hands-on sessions, and photography outings — perfect whether you’re just starting out or already experienced.
We kick off each season with a relaxed meet-and-greet, ideal for newcomers and returning members to catch up and hear what’s ahead.
Over the summer, we stay active with casual meetups and day trips — great for staying connected and keeping the creativity flowing year-round.
Interested? Head to the 'Contact Form' link in the menu to request more details — and feel free to drop in for a few weeks before deciding to join!
Meetings are held at Holytown Community Centre, 22 Stevenston St, Holytown, Motherwell ML1 4RG
This seasons trophy winners can be found at Trophy Winners
Motherwell Photographic Society is a Charitable body registered in Scotland SCO 35387.
Photographer of the Year 2025 - 2026
Syllabus 2026 - 2027
2026
3 Sep 2026 Opening Night
10 Sep 2026 David Spinks - Talk to be advised
17 Sep 2026 John McKenna - Talk to be advised
24 Sep 2026 1st Digital Image Competition - Judge Jim Stevenson
1 Oct 2026 Practical Night
8 Oct 2026 1st Print Competition - Judge Libby Smith
15 Oct 2026 Holiday
22 Oct 2026 Club Member Talk - Rodger Shearer
29 Oct 2026 Theme Competition - Prints Transport Images - Movement
5 Nov 2026 2nd Digital Image Competition - Judge Campbell Skinner
12 Nov 2026 Paul McDougal - Talk to be advised.
19 Nov 2026 David McKean - The Barra Collection
26 Nov 2026 To be Arranged
3 Dec 2026 2nd Print Competition - Judge David Spinks
10 Dec 2026 Club Member Talk - Brian Saberton
17 Dec 2026 Jim Stevenson - Landscape Photography My Way.
24 Dec 2026 Holiday
31 Dec 2026 Holiday
2027
7 Jan 2027 Club Member Talk - Wilson Murray
14 Jan 2027 To be arranged
21 Jan 2027 3rd Digital Image Competition - Judge to be Arranged
28 Jan 2027 To be Arranged
4 Feb 2027 3rd Print Competition - Judge Cameron Scott
11 Feb 2027 To be Arranged
18 Feb 2027 Members Night
25 Feb 2027 GDPU Battle with Carluke- Judge Margaret Lothian
4 Mar 2027 Practical Night
11 Mar 2027 To be Arranged
16 Mar 2027 GDPU Battle with Hub Singer - Tuesday Night.at Hub Singer
18 Mar 2027 4 Way Print Battle - Judge Peter De Marco
25 Mar 2027 SPF Portfolio
1 Apr 2027 Hugh Shaw Trophy - Judge to be Arranged
8 Apr 2027 Holiday
15 Apr 2027 Holiday
22 Apr 2027 AGM
29 Apr 2027 Final Night and Prizegiving
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2026
3 Sep 2026 Opening Night
10 Sep 2026 David Spinks - Talk to be advised
17 Sep 2026 John McKenna - Talk to be advised
24 Sep 2026 1st Digital Image Competition - Judge Jim Stevenson
1 Oct 2026 Practical Night
8 Oct 2026 1st Print Competition - Judge Libby Smith
15 Oct 2026 Holiday
22 Oct 2026 Club Member Talk - Rodger Shearer
29 Oct 2026 Theme Competition - Prints Transport Images - Movement
5 Nov 2026 2nd Digital Image Competition - Judge Campbell Skinner
12 Nov 2026 Paul McDougal - Talk to be advised.
19 Nov 2026 David McKean - The Barra Collection
26 Nov 2026 To be Arranged
3 Dec 2026 2nd Print Competition - Judge David Spinks
10 Dec 2026 Club Member Talk - Brian Saberton
17 Dec 2026 Jim Stevenson - Landscape Photography My Way.
24 Dec 2026 Holiday
31 Dec 2026 Holiday
2027
7 Jan 2027 Club Member Talk - Wilson Murray
14 Jan 2027 To be arranged
21 Jan 2027 3rd Digital Image Competition - Judge to be Arranged
28 Jan 2027 To be Arranged
4 Feb 2027 3rd Print Competition - Judge Cameron Scott
11 Feb 2027 To be Arranged
18 Feb 2027 Members Night
25 Feb 2027 GDPU Battle with Carluke- Judge Margaret Lothian
4 Mar 2027 Practical Night
11 Mar 2027 To be Arranged
16 Mar 2027 GDPU Battle with Hub Singer - Tuesday Night.at Hub Singer
18 Mar 2027 4 Way Print Battle - Judge Peter De Marco
25 Mar 2027 SPF Portfolio
1 Apr 2027 Hugh Shaw Trophy - Judge to be Arranged
8 Apr 2027 Holiday
15 Apr 2027 Holiday
22 Apr 2027 AGM
29 Apr 2027 Final Night and Prizegiving
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