Go behind the headlines with press photographer Keith Heppell in Through the Lens of the News – stories, shots & the speed of it all.
Date: Saturday, October 18
Time: 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM
Location: Campkins Cameras, 12A King’s Parade, Cambridge
Duration: 1 hour
Price: £5
Why Join This Talk:
Local journalism legend – Keith Heppell brings decades of Cambridge experience
Behind-the-scenes access – Rare glimpse into high-stakes press photography
Real-world stories – From breaking news to community triumphs
Technical evolution – How tech has reshaped the industry from film to digital
Fast-paced insights – Where preparation meets instinct
Award-winning perspective – Learn from a respected photojournalist
What You’ll Learn:
- Life at the heart of the action in press photography
- Timing, trust, and tenacity in real-time storytelling
- The emotional weight and creative decisions behind news images
- How technology evolution has changed the craft
- Where journalism and art intersect
Perfect For:
- Photography enthusiasts interested in photojournalism
- Anyone fascinated by the power of images in news
- Those curious about life behind the lens
- Storytellers wanting to understand visual narrative
- Students of journalism or photography
Topics Covered:
- Breaking news photography
- Political and community coverage
- Personal portraits in journalism
- Mobile workflows and digital transformation
- The ethics and responsibility of press photography
