Commercial links
A selection of commercial photography organisations.
A Printable Glossary of Tools and Terms for Photoshop
Lauren from Knox County Maine, USA, has sent us a really useful link for a Glossary of Terms for Photoshop, & some very useful tools/tutorials.
https://www.uprinting.com/printing-glossary-of-tools-and-terms-for-photoshop.html
Affinity Photo
Much cheaper, but very capable alternative to Photoshop
https://affinity.serif.com/en-gb/
Camera Price Buster
Price comparison website which shows the cheapest place to buy new camera equipment, this should be your first stop if you're after that new lens, flash or body
http://www.camerapricebuster.co.uk/
Capture One
A very professional RAW editor, originally written for Phase One medium format cameras. Now useful for all models, particularly Sony, Fuji & Nikon. Light and Pro versions are available.
https://www.captureone.com/en
Cotswold Mounts
Offer a wide size range of pre-cut mounts, for ease of use
https://www.cotswoldmounts.co.uk/
DSCL
DS Colour Labs offer an online printing service, suitable for club competitions, ranging from 'standard' prints to 'Fine Art' prints on a range of custom papers - competitively priced.
http://dscolourlabs.co.uk/
Fashion Photography
A budding young photographer called Anna reckons this is a great resource for fashion photography tips. Check it out!
https://www.lulus.com/blog/resources/fashion-photography-tips-for-beginners/
Grays of Westminister
Nikon only store, if Nikon have made it chances are Grays will have one for sale, not always the cheapest but do have bargains from time to time and customer service is second to none
http://www.graysofwestminster.co.uk/index.php
Lenses for hire
Online lens hire company covering a large array of Canon and Nikon lenses and some other accessories. Very good rates and a very friendly company to deal with ideal to try before you buy or if you have a special event coming up and want the best lens you can get
http://www.lensesforhire.co.uk/
Longridge
Mount Cutting System, currently used by many members.
http://www.longridge.co.uk/
MPB Photographic
Online retailer which specialises in second hand equipment, stock changes quite quickly so keep an eye on it if you're after something
https://www.mpb.com/en-uk/
Mifsuds
Online retailer that stocks a large range of both new and used gear often at very good prices
http://www.mifsuds.com/
Nik Filters
Amazing filter package for Photoshop and Lightroom. Now owned by DXO, and no longer free! Download the current version from DXO.
https://nikcollection.dxo.com/
ON1 Photo RAW
On1 Photo RAW is a great (cheap) alternative to LR/PS (also works as a plugin). Check it out at On1.com
https://www.on1.com/
Paper Spectrum
A wide choice of card and pre-cut mounts - used by many club members. Also sells inkjet supplies.
http://www.paperspectrum.co.uk/
Park Cameras
Online retailer selling both new and used gear
https://www.parkcameras.com/
Photo Start Sheet
Photo Start Sheet has quick links to 500+ of the best photo sites on the web. Check it out - you will find something new! We're even listed under UK camera Clubs.
http://www.photostartsheet.com/
PicturesToExe
Pictures to Exe is the program used to build many of the slideshows/AVs that are seen at the club. It is an inexpensive but powerful piece of software that's also very easy to use.
http://www.wnsoft.com/en/picturestoexe/
SimLab
SIMLAB offer an online printing service, suitable for club competitions, ranging from 'standard' prints to 'Fine Art' prints on a range of custom papers - similar software/interface/prices to DSCL.
https://www.simlab.co.uk/
Top money saving tips for beginners
A site offering 50+ money saving tips, for photography on a budget
https://couponfollow.com/research/photographers-savings-guide
Used Cameras & Lenses
UK site that searches for used cameras & lenses across many sites/companies
https://usedlens.co.uk/
WEX Photo Video
General all round retailer for new equipment with a very good reputation, also has a showroom in Norwich. WEX recently merged with Calumet to form WEX Photo Video.
http://www.wexphotovideo.com/
icanFRAME
Another useful company for pre-cut mounts (& frames)
https://www.icanframe.co.uk/index.php?route=common/home