Carl Turpie became president of OU Photo after a term of membership. He shares with us some insights into the world of digital photography.
How did you get into photography?
I’ve always been the person in my friendship group who takes all the photos. I’m sure every set of friends has one. It wasn’t until two summers ago that I decided to take up photography properly and bought myself a DSLR camera with money earned over that summer. Since then I’ve dabbled in taking photos of all kinds of things. I like taking pictures of people, buildings, and anything in-between.
What made you apply to be president of
Oxford University Photography Society?
When I bought my DSLR I decided that I should learn how to use it properly, so (combined with lots of internet research) I went to the Oxford University Photography Society. In the first few weeks they mentioned that the elections for the new committee were coming up. I thought it could be fun to run for president and it couldn’t hurt my CV either. By the end of term [MT 11] I was President.
What are the aims of this society and what have OU Photo members been up to this term?
The main aim is to improve people’s photography. We run weekly classes taught by a professional photographer that aim to show a new technique, critique photographs or just go out and take some pictures. We also have a four-hour studio workshop coming up next week, which is an intensive class about studio set ups and using flash for portraits and fashion photography.
Are you considering pursuing photography further after university?
Personally I don’t have any aims to pursue photography as a career. It will definitely always be a hobby of mine and I would consider doing photography jobs on the side to help pay for that new lens or tripod that I want if not necessarily need.
Do you have any advice for aspiring
photographers?
Firstly, get out there and take lots of photographs, find out what you like, what you’re good at, and how to use your camera. Also look at the work of others, it’s great for inspiration. 500px.com has some amazing photos. The internet is a fountain of knowledge on everything from the technical side of photography to artistic effect. Last but not least, come along to Oxford University Photography Society!
The OU Photo termcard and information can be found at www.ouphoto.com.
Carl Turpie became president of OU Photo after a term of membership. He shares with us some insights into the world of digital photography.
How did you get into photography?
I’ve always been the person in my friendship group who takes all the photos. I’m sure every set of friends has one. It wasn’t until two summers ago that I decided to take up photography properly and bought myself a DSLR camera with money earned over that summer. Since then I’ve dabbled in taking photos of all kinds of things. I like taking pictures of people, buildings, and anything in-between.
What made you apply to be president of Oxford University Photography Society?
When I bought my DSLR I decided that I should learn how to use it properly, so (combined with lots of internet research) I went to the Oxford University Photography Society. In the first few weeks they mentioned that the elections for the new committee were coming up. I thought it could be fun to run for president and it couldn’t hurt my CV either. By the end of term [MT 11] I was President.
What are the aims of this society and what have OU Photo members been up to this term?
The main aim is to improve people’s photography. We run weekly classes taught by a professional photographer that aim to show a new technique, critique photographs or just go out and take some pictures. We also have a four-hour studio workshop coming up next week, which is an intensive class about studio set ups and using flash for portraits and fashion photography.
Are you considering pursuing photography further after university?
Personally I don’t have any aims to pursue photography as a career. It will definitely always be a hobby of mine and I would consider doing photography jobs on the side to help pay for that new lens or tripod that I want if not necessarily need.
Do you have any advice for aspiringphotographers?
Firstly, get out there and take lots of photographs, find out what you like, what you’re good at, and how to use your camera. Also look at the work of others, it’s great for inspiration. 500px.com has some amazing photos. The internet is a fountain of knowledge on everything from the technical side of photography to artistic effect. Last but not least, come along to Oxford University Photography Society!
The OU Photo termcard and information can be found at www.ouphoto.com.
