Digital Imaging Competition

Jonathan Vaines

Jonathan is a creative photographer known for his in-camera multiple exposure image making. A project driven photographer, he uses his skills to capture emotions and feelings which he expresses in sets and small bodies of work.  

A strong believer in the connection of art to a healthy mental wellbeing, Jonathan helps promote creative thinking through his work as a photographic educator.  He teaches groups as well as individuals on all subjects linked to post processing in additional to one-to-one creative mentoring. 

He is a Permajet Envoy, DxO NIK tutor and affiliated to WEX Photo and Video, Q-Image and several other photographic suppliers.  Jonathan is an A Panel Judge and Circuit Lecturer and a Member of The London Salon of Photography.

Joe Houghton

Joe is a Dublin-based photographer, educator and author, and the director of Houghton Photography. He delivers talks, workshops and judging for camera clubs internationally, with a practical emphasis on creative intent, technical craft and clear, constructive feedback. 

When judging, Joe looks for strong narrative, thoughtful composition and purposeful processing that respects the medium while embracing innovation.

He is a regular speaker for the Royal Photographic Society community, having delivered over 100 RPS talks and workshops, and frequently judges print and projected competitions across genres. 

Joe teaches Adobe Lightroom Classic, modern workflow and AI in photography topics, and mentors photographers at all levels. His photography books include Streets of Dublin – a hands-on guide to black-and-white street work – and Take Your Time on long-exposure technique. 

Cherry Larcombe ARPS

Cherry is a Premier Judge for the Kent County Photographic Association and really enjoys visiting clubs and commenting on the variety of images, especially at inter club events.

She has been a camera club member and office-holder for nearly 30 years, and is currently a member of Hailsham PS in East Sussex.

After many years of working towards photographic distinctions Cherry is now drawn almost entirely to flower, macro, still life and abstract photography, which provides her with a creative outlet. She is heavily involved in presenting to clubs throughout the UK, in person and on Zoom, and also in the US and Australia. Cherry prefers, wherever possible, to present in person when she has the opportunity to include prints to support her various talks.