Events

Established York photography society with meetings, project activity, competitions and exhibitions, with routes for prospective members and guests.

Useful for: Photographers who want local peers, regular activity, feedback and routes toward exhibiting work.

What you can do: Attend as a guest, explore membership and take part in the society's programme.

Next step: Check the current programme and visitor or membership information.

York

York creative network offering community membership, local information, opportunities, events and routes to find other creative people.

Useful for: Independent creatives who want a broad local network rather than an institution-specific route.

What you can do: Join the community, follow local opportunities and use the network to discover people and activity.

Next step: Read the current membership information and join if the network fits what you need.

York

Annual York open-studios programme connecting the public with local artists and makers across 2D, 3D, photography and other practices.

Useful for: Artists and photographers who want to understand York's open-studio route, and people looking for local creative communities.

What you can do: See participating artists, visit studios during the annual programme and check future application rounds when they open.

Next step: Check the official site for the current programme and the next application window.

Venues and studios across York

York photography classes and photo walks with practical instruction for different skill levels, including beginner activity.

Useful for: People who want to improve photography through practical local sessions without joining a formal qualification.

What you can do: Book current classes or photo walks and learn alongside other photographers.

Next step: Check the current York session calendar and choose a suitable level.

Locations around York