About us
The Costa Del Sol Photographic Society was formed in 2002. A small group of people interested in photography arranged meetings to exchange ideas and information. The society is registered in Spain as a non profit making organisation and it's membership comprises of photographers at all levels including people who are relatively new to the hobby. Beginners are always welcome.
In 2006 the society held it's first public exhibition. It was an instant success, very much embraced by the local population, and covered extensively by the local newspapers, radio and television. It's popularity led to further exhibitions in 2007 and 2008, backed by the local Council and held in the Casa de la Cultura. In 2009 it was moved to the Castillo del Bil Bil, a purpose built exhibition and cultural centre, where each year it attracts in excess of 1,000 visitors during it's 10 day duration.
The Society is based in Benalmadena and meets every two weeks with home meetings and outdoor shoots for practical experience. Computer equipment is available to all members so only a digital camera is required. In addition instruction is available from the Society's more experienced photographers. Courses are designed to cover from absolute basics to advanced instruction in Adobe Photoshop and other digital computer programs.
The Society organises shoots both locally and further afield providing hands on experience for photographers at all levels. The work produced from these shoots contributes towards the annual exhibition providing the public with photographs of interest produced to a professional standard.
Membership
Any person who attends a meeting or a shoot is asked to pay just 3 Euros on the day of attendance. This system makes it very economical for people who are here on holiday or for a limited time.
For those people who wish to enter our competitions and exhibitions, in addition to the 3 Euros per meeting a further one off payment of 10 Euros per year is required for full memebrship. This is due by the end of January each year. Full members have the facility to email competition and exhibition photos if they are not in Spain or are unable to attend meetings for any reason.
This full membership, however, is optional.