The Camera Club

The Camera Club Photographic Studios, Darkrooms, Digital Workstations & Exhibition Gallery

One of the longest established and most influential photography clubs in the UK

Founded in 1885, The Camera Club is one of the oldest and most distinguished photographic clubs in the world, and many notable figures in the history of photography have been members. The Camera Club owns its own London Clubhouse in Kennington, offering studio, darkroom and digital facilities to members, which many mi

ght otherwise find unavailable or unaffordable. The Camera Club promotes interest in all aspects of photography as an art form accessible to all, and welcomes members who enjoy photography at all experience levels, young and old, amateur and professional.

The Ian Greaves Photographic Bursary supports aspiring photographers in developing their craft and pursuing their artist...
13/05/2026

The Ian Greaves Photographic Bursary supports aspiring photographers in developing their craft and pursuing their artistic vision. This year’s competition attracted exceptional talent, pushing the boundaries of the medium.

“Photography is not just about capturing a moment, but about preserving a feeling.” — Ian Greaves

Join us for a special evening tomorrow from 7pm as we reveal the winners of this year’s prestigious bursary.

The announcement will take place during our Open View of Entrants’ Photographs, featuring a curated selection of entries from across the region.

📅 Date: Thursday, 14th May 2026
🕒 Time: 7:00 PM – 9:30 PM]
📍 Location: The 1885 Gallery
🏠 Address: 16 Bowden Street, Kennington, SE11 4DS

What to Expect:

The Reveal: Official announcement of the Bursary Winner(s).

The Exhibition: Walk through the gallery to view the shortlisted photographs.

Community: Meet the entrants, judges, and fellow photography enthusiasts.

Refreshments: Complimentary drinks and light refreshments will be served.

Coffee and Cameras: An Introduction to John McKenzieJoin us at The Camera Club tomorrow Saturday 9th May 2026 at 11am fo...
08/05/2026

Coffee and Cameras: An Introduction to John McKenzie

Join us at The Camera Club tomorrow Saturday 9th May 2026 at 11am for a very special introduction to photographer John McKenzie.

After having an outstanding exhibition in Gallery 1885, John will return to tell the stories of some of the most iconic musicians to have been in front of his camera.

John McKenzie
www.johnmckenziegallery.uk

Learn how to digitise your 35mm, medium format and 5x4 negatives using the Epson V750 flatbed scanner in the Introductio...
20/04/2026

Learn how to digitise your 35mm, medium format and 5x4 negatives using the Epson V750 flatbed scanner in the Introduction to Film Scanning.

This tutorial is aimed at members who are interested in scanning their black and white, C41 and E6 negatives using Epson Scan on our Epson V750 flatbed scanner

Tutorial Covers

Preparing and loading 35mm, 120 and 5x4 negatives into negative carriers

Scanning fundamentals for all film formats

Storage and archiving digital negative scans

For anyone wanting to participate in this tutorial, if you have a roll of processed 35mm or 120 film from the Introduction to Analogue you can bring this along with you on the day of your booking

This tutorial is run by our darkroom manager Felix Hall Close

Contact Felix at [email protected] with any questions you may have

Free to attend for members only

Master Your Film Camera: Selection & Maintenance MasterclassJoin us for an essential evening with one of the UK’s foremo...
08/04/2026

Master Your Film Camera: Selection & Maintenance Masterclass

Join us for an essential evening with one of the UK’s foremost authorities on vintage film equipment.

The Talk
Whether you’re just stepping back into analogue photography or looking to upgrade your kit, choosing the right film camera can feel overwhelming. With countless models, conditions, and price points to navigate, how do you ensure you’re investing wisely?

In this practical, no-nonsense session, you’ll learn:

How to identify cameras that match your photographic style and budget

What to inspect before purchasing (and what red flags to avoid)

Essential maintenance routines to keep your camera shooting for decades

Common pitfalls that trip up even experienced collectors

When to repair vs. when to replace

About Our Speaker
Mr. Falk is the owner of Mr. Cad, widely recognised as the UK’s leading expert in vintage photographic equipment. With years of hands-on experience sourcing, evaluating, and servicing vintage equipment, Mr. Falk brings rare insight into what makes a camera truly worth investing in—and what looks good on paper but fails in practice.

🔗 Learn more: www.mrcad.co.uk

Event Details

The EXP Group (Analogue Photography Interest Group)
Gallery 1885, 7:00pm Monday 13th April
Procuring & Maintaining the Right Film Camera
Mr. Falk, Owner of Mr. Cad
Lecture with Q&A

Who Should Attend?
Film photography beginners seeking guidance on their first camera purchase

Enthusiasts wanting to expand their collection intelligently

Anyone frustrated by unreliable vintage gear

Collectors interested in professional assessment techniques

Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from the person many in the UK community trust with their most valuable camera investments.

Spaces may be limited—reserve your spot early.

Icons & Bygones: Music Legends From The Archive of John McKenzie Gallery 188513th April - 8th MayOpen View: 16th April 7...
06/04/2026

Icons & Bygones: Music Legends From The Archive of John McKenzie

Gallery 1885
13th April - 8th May
Open View: 16th April 7pm

Join us on the evening of Thursday 16th April from 7pm for a very special open view of photographs from John McKenzie.

An Introduction to John McKenzie

Up to the age of twelve I lived in Lambeth Walk, SE11, less than a mile from the Camera Club. We lived above the shop and darkroom of my late father, showbusiness photographer Doug McKenzie. There I earnt my pocket money by mixing the print developers etc. in stainless steel buckets. And growing up surrounded by all things photographic meant that by around age ten, I was able to load film into a Rolleiflex and shoot, process and more-or-less print my own work.

🔗Read the full article via the club website

🗓️ April at The Camera ClubHappy Easter 🐣 everyone!Spring is now upon us, and our April programme continues to be packed...
06/04/2026

🗓️ April at The Camera Club
Happy Easter 🐣 everyone!
Spring is now upon us, and our April programme continues to be packed with an industry talk, a portrait workshop, analogue insights and a fascinating music open view in Gallery 1885.

🎞️ Here’s what’s coming up:

Apr 11 - Coffee and Cameras - 11am
Apr 11 - Darkroom Accreditation- 3pm
Apr 13 - The Exp Group, Master Your Film Camera - 7pm
Apr 16 - Icons & Bygones Open View - 7pm
Apr 16 - The Portrait Group - 7pm
Apr 18 - Urban Walking Pod - 11am
Apr 25 - Coffee and Cameras - 11am
Apr 25 - Introduction to Film Scanning - 3pm
Apr 26 - Introduction to Analogue - 11am
Apr 29 - Image Art - 7pm

🔗 Book now via our website (link in bio)

📍All workshops take place at The Camera Club, 16 Bowden Street, London, SE11 4DS

📷 Felix Hall Close

#1885 photowalks

Join us at the The Camera Club’s Coffee and Cameras event on March 28th 11am in Kennington, London and see the Lomo Dayl...
20/03/2026

Join us at the The Camera Club’s Coffee and Cameras event on March 28th 11am in Kennington, London and see the Lomo Daylight Tank in action!

We’ll show you how this nifty bit of kit works and give you a demo on how to load your film in the tank.

There will be two kits on hand and you’ll get the chance to process your own roll of B&W film.

No Booking Necessary.

The Camera Club, 16 Bowden St, London, SE11 4DS


🗓️ March at The Camera ClubWith spring soon approaching, our March programme continues to be packed with hands-on worksh...
05/03/2026

🗓️ March at The Camera Club
With spring soon approaching, our March programme continues to be packed with hands-on workshops, analogue insights and a special open view in Gallery 1885.

🎞️ Here’s what’s coming up:

Mar 9 - The Exp Group - 7pm
Mar 14 - Coffee and Cameras - 11am
Mar 19 - The Exp Group Exhibition Open View - 7pm
Mar 21 - Studio Pod - 11am
Mar 22 - Introduction to Analogue - 11am
Mar 25 - Image Art - 7pm
Mar 26 - The Portrait Group - 7pm
Mar 28 - Coffee and Cameras + Lomography - 11am

🔗 Book now via our website (link in bio)

📍All workshops take place at The Camera Club, 16 Bowden Street, London, SE11 4DS

📷 Quinton Vidal-Taylor

#1885 photowalks

🗓️ February at The Camera ClubAs we welcome the second month of 2026, our winter programme continues to be packed with h...
01/02/2026

🗓️ February at The Camera Club
As we welcome the second month of 2026, our winter programme continues to be packed with hands-on workshops, analogue insights and a special open view in Gallery 1885.

🎞️ Here’s what’s coming up:

Feb 2 - The Exp Group - 7pm
Feb 4 - The Dance Group - 7pm
Feb 14 - Coffee and Cameras - 11am
Feb 15 - Introduction to Analogue - 11am
Feb 18 - The Portrait Group - 7pm
Feb 19 - What We Chose to Show Open View - 7pm
Feb 21 - Urban Portrait Pod - 11am
Feb 25 - Image Art - 7pm
Feb 26 - The Theme Group - 7pm
Feb 28 - Coffee and Cameras - 11am

🔗 Book now via our website (link in bio)

📍All workshops take place at The Camera Club, 16 Bowden Street, London, SE11 4DS

📷 Monika Mazurkiewicz

#1885 photowalks

Come and learn the art of taking studio portraits. The Portrait Group returns tonight from 7pm in Studio 1.The Portrait ...
15/01/2026

Come and learn the art of taking studio portraits.

The Portrait Group returns tonight from 7pm in Studio 1.

The Portrait Group is a studio lead workshop offering members and non-members to learn about studio portraiture.

Whether you are new or experienced with taking studio portraits, this is the workshop for you.

The Portrait Group Dates:

Thursday 15th January 2026 - 7pm - 9pm
Thursday 19th February 2026 - 7pm - 9pm

Please Note: Non-members are welcome to join this workshop for 1 session by paying £40 and a £10 day membership.
After this membership would need to be attained to participate in future workshops.

📍All workshops take place at The Camera Club, 16 Bowden Street, London, SE11 4DS

The Portrait Group
Thursday 15th January 2026 7pm - 9pm

Lawrence Reuben Brown

📷 Felix Hall Close

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16 Bowden Street
London
SE114DS

Opening Hours

Monday 11am - 10pm
Tuesday 11am - 10pm
Wednesday 11am - 10pm
Thursday 11am - 10pm
Friday 11am - 10pm
Saturday 10am - 6pm
Sunday 10am - 6pm

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020 7587 1809

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