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The Cambridge Photography Show

Experience Cambridge's biggest photography event of the year. Exclusive deals, expert workshops, and inspiring talks.

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Why Attend Cambridge Photography Show?

Get hands-on with the latest gear and learn from industry experts in one amazing day

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Expert guidance - Brand specialists and Campkins team on-site
Hands-on workshops - Master techniques with expert guidance
Photography community - Connect with fellow photography enthusiasts
Free entry - No cost to attend and explore
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Join A Workshop or Talk

Get inspired and book your place to learn something new.

6:30 PM - 9:00 PM
7th October
The Skies To The Eyes

with Kai, Astrophotographer & Sci-Fi Enthusiast

Dive into the world of astrophotography—from first-time night sky attempts to advanced deep space imaging, all with creative inspiration.

⏱️ 2.5 hours
👥 All levels welcome
🌌 Astrophotography focus
6:30 PM - 9:00 PM
16th October
Capturing Emotions

with Martyn, Event & Street Photographer

Learn to create images that connect, move, and tell unforgettable stories - from charity events to weddings to street photography.

⏱️ 2.5 hours
👥 All levels welcome
💫 Emotional storytelling focus
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
17th October
Capturing Stories Through the Lens

with Raj K, Travel & Documentary Photographer

Learn about capturing real stories through travel photography—portraits, landscapes, ethics & storytelling from Gambia to Uganda and beyond.

⏱️ 1.5 hours
👥 All levels welcome
🌍 Travel photography focus
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
18th October
Wildlife of Cambridge

with Jamie Clarkson, Wildlife Photographer

Uncover Cambridge's secret wildlife & night skies - a talk on nature, patience & the art of seeing differently in urban environments.

⏱️ 1 hours
👥 All levels welcome
🌟 Includes astrophotography
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
18th October
Life Of A Press Photographer

with Keith Heppell, Award-winning Photojournalist

Go behind the headlines with press photographer Keith Heppell - stories, shots & the speed of capturing news as it happens.

⏱️ 1 hours
👥 All levels welcome
📰 Press photography focus
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
18th October
Telling Stories in Harsh Environments

with Toby Roney, Expedition Photographer & Filmmaker

Powerful stories from the edge—a flagship talk on grit, gear & capturing once-in-a-lifetime moments in extreme conditions.

⏱️ 1 hours
👥 All levels welcome
🏔️ Expedition photography focus
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
18th October
Into the Blue

with Rebecca Douglas, Ocean Advocate

Dive deep into underwater photography, capturing awe-inspiring tales from the wild and the watery edges of our world.

⏱️ 1 hours
👥 All levels welcome
🌊 Underwater photography focus
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
18th October
Wildlife Exploration: Reptiles, Amphibians & the Tropics

with Marvin Biedermann, Wildlife Photographer

Explore reptiles & amphibians through Marvin's lens—macro meets wide-angle storytelling in this tropical wildlife talk.

⏱️ 1 hours
👥 All levels welcome
🐍 Tropical wildlife focus
1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
18th October
Humans Of Cambridge

with Mark Box, Street Photographer & Visual Storyteller

Bold portraits, colour theory & connection - discover how to capture the vibrant tapestry of life on Cambridge's streets.

⏱️ 1 hours
👥 All levels welcome
🎨 Colour theory focus
1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
18th October
Developing the Moment

with Chris Dommett, Film Photography Champion

A hands-on deep dive into film photography for the analogue-curious and die-hard film lovers alike - shooting with soul.

⏱️ 1 hours
👥 All levels welcome
🎞️ Film photography focus
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
18th October
A Cambridge Diary

with Martin Bond, Documentary Photographer

The story behind 5,000 days of daily photos - publishing, persistence, and finding beauty in the everyday moments of Cambridge.

⏱️ 1 hours
👥 All levels welcome
📚 Publishing insights
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
18th October
A Landscape Photography Talk

with Justin Minns, Award-winning Landscape Photographer

Discover how finding "interesting stuff" can transform your landscape photography-from East Anglia to dramatic UK landscapes.

⏱️ 1 hours
👥 All levels welcome
🌍 Landscape photography focus
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
18th October
Step into the High Himalayas

with Sumit Sahai, Wildlife Author & Explorer

Track snow leopards and explore Ladakh's wild side—a moving wildlife talk about conservation, community, and extreme photography.

⏱️ 1 hours
👥 All levels welcome
🐾 Snow leopard focus
4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
18th October
Through the Lens: Lara's Journey

with Lara Blake, Aviation & Community Photographer

From family albums to roaring aircraft—how photography fuels passion, wellbeing & creativity in everyday life.

⏱️ 1 hours
👥 All levels welcome
✈️ Aviation photography focus
6:30 PM - 9:00 PM
20th October
From Passion to Profession

with Phoebe Bostock, Professional Videographer

Learn how to turn your creative passion into a thriving career—from self-taught beginner to working with global brands.

⏱️ 2.5 hours
👥 All levels welcome
🎬 Video career focus
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
15th October
Food Photography Masterclass

with Bill, Professional Food Photographer

Master pro lighting, styling, and shooting techniques for food & drink photography at The Orator—welcome drink included!

⏱️ 1.5 hours
👥 Limited spots
🍸 Welcome drink included
10:30 AM or 1:00 PM
15th October
Street Stories with OM SYSTEMS

with Craig Morrison, OM SYSTEMS Representative

Sharpen your eye for the street—learn timing, framing & confidence while exploring Cambridge with lightweight OM SYSTEM cameras.

⏱️ 1.5 hours
👥 Small groups
📸 OM SYSTEM cameras provided
2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
17th October
Portrait Workshop

with Raj K & model Jade Lyon

Learn to shoot striking location portraits with natural light, story, and setting in the streets of Cambridge.

⏱️ 3 hours
👥 Limited spots
📍 On-location shoot
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
18th October
Keeping It Simple... In Workshop

with Gareth, Portrait Photographer

Learn to shoot clean, expressive portraits with just one light in this hands-on studio workshop. Perfect for beginners.

⏱️ 1.5 hours
👥 Limited spots
💡 One light setup
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
18th October
Macro Magic

with David Smith, OM SYSTEM Technical Expert

Discover the art of close-up photography—hands-on macro skills with professional lighting by Kenro. All camera brands welcome.

⏱️ 1.5 hours
👥 All levels welcome
🔍 Live subjects & pro gear
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
18th October
Lightweight Storytelling, A Videography Masterclass

with Toby Roney, Award-winning Adventure Filmmaker

Learn lightweight outdoor storytelling—balancing photo, video & drone workflow. Drones discussed, not flown.

⏱️ 1.5 hours
👥 Limited spots
🎬 Multi-media focus
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
18th October
Hands-On Analogue Walk

with Chris, Film Photography Advocate

Step back into film with this analogue street photography walk—slow down, shoot with soul, and rediscover the magic of film.

⏱️ 1 hours
👥 Limited spots
🎞️ Film camera required
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
18th October
Lightroom Magic: Elevate Your Editing

with Seniru Fonseka, Editing Specialist

Unlock Lightroom magic—learn hands-on tips to edit smarter, remove distractions, and make your photos shine.

⏱️ 1 hours
👥 Bring your laptop
💻 Adobe Lightroom required
4:30 PM - 6:30 PM
21st October
Master The Scapes

with Rhys, Professional Landscape Photographer

Join Rhys for a hands-on workshop to unlock your camera's full creative power and master the art of landscape photography.

⏱️ 2 hours
👥 Limited spots
🏞️ Cambridge locations
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
24th October
City In Focus - A Street Photography Masterclass

with Akintunde Brown, Street Photographer

Hands-on street photography workshop capturing Cambridge's urban stories—learn composition, timing, and confidence on the streets.

⏱️ 1 hours
👥 Limited spots
📸 Cambridge streets
5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
28th October
Get Instant Printing with Fujifilm!

with Rhys & Fujifilm Team

Fun, hands-on street walk with instant cameras—learn, shoot, and print your way through Cambridge's coolest corners.

⏱️ 1 hours
👥 Limited to 10 people
📸 Cameras provided

£30 – £50

10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
31st October
Nikon In Store! Touch & Try Day

with Bruno from Nikon

Get hands-on with Nikon's latest gear! Explore flagship cameras, legendary lenses, and entry-level options with expert guidance.

⏱️ 7 hours
👥 Drop in anytime
📸 All Nikon gear available
7:00 AM - 12:00 PM
31st October
Above & Beyond: Aviation Photography

with Lara Blake, Aviation Photography Specialist

End Cambridge Photography Month in style—hands-on aviation workshop capturing jets in action at RAF Lakenheath!

⏱️ 5 hours
👥 Limited spots
✈️ RAF Lakenheath location

Meet The Speakers

Joining us for the Cambridge Photography Show and month of October 2025

Visual storyteller cold water photographer rebecca douglas scaled
Rebecca Douglas
Ocean Advocate
Mark box
Mark Box
Humans Of Cambridge
Martin bond
Martin Bond
Cambridge Diary
Jamie clarkson
Jamie Clarkson
Wildlife Photographer
Raj k
Raj Khepar
Portrait Photographer
Rhys taylor
Rhys Taylor
Photographer
Sumit sahai
Sumit Sahai
Travel Photography
Toby roney
Toby Roney
Adventure Photographer
Bill lawton
Bill Lawton
Photographer
Chris dommett
Chris Dommett
Film Photographer
David smith
David Smith
OM System Specialist
Gareth jones
Gareth Jones
Photographer
Kai hocknell
Kai Hocknell
Astrophotographer
Keith heppell
Keith Heppell
Press Photographer
Martyn postle
Martyn postle
Photographer
Phoebe bostock
Phoebe Bostock
Photographer
Lara blake
Lara Blake
Photographer
Marvin bi
Marvin Biedermann
Wildlife Photographer
Justin minns
Justin Minns
Landscape photographer
Seniru fonseka
Seniru Fonseka
Photographer

Register for Cambridge Photography Show 2025

Every ticket enters you to win a Canon 2000D and more – attend workshops for bonus entries, or buy extra tickets to boost your chances even further.

Workshops & talks must be booked separately. You can see our full event list here.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes! Entry is completely free, but talks and workshops are paid separately. See full event list here

Talks start at 9am, show finishes at 4pm at The Graduate Cambridge

Yes! We encourage it - we'll be offering exclusive discounted prices on the day that are some of the best you'll find all year

Ask our brand experts or Campkins staff on the day. We'll also display special offers throughout the show

Yes! Bring your old equipment and trade up to newer models - it's a cost-effective way to upgrade your gear

Yes, book here. You can buy on the day but we recommend booking early

All levels unless stated otherwise

Yes, we encourage it for hands-on experiences and a great talking point with other photographer attendees.

On-site parking available or Grand Arcade parking nearby

Yes, everyone's welcome