Now in its 6th year, Digital Splash - which is hosted by Wilkinson Cameras – will see a selection of the UK’s best photographers descend on Preston. Lancashire, for a celebration of all things photography related. Headlining the show this year is world famous landscape and travel photographer, Colin Prior, alongside Andrea Denniss, Damian McGillicuddy, Matt Hart and Catherine Connor. Brand new for this year is the F-Stop Stage – which will host a range of free talks on subjects including the use of flash and studio lighting, colour management systems and the use of filters – (hosted by Lee Filters). This year, Digital Splash will take place on Sunday 9th November (10am to 5pm) at the University of Central Lancashire. The event is free to attend and tickets for the seminars are just £6 – available to purchase online at the website below.

Website: Wilkinson Cameras

Wilkinson Press Release

UK’s top Pro Photographers converge in Preston for DIGITAL SPLASH

Headline speaker: Colin Prior

Now in its 6th year, Digital Splash - which is hosted by North West retailer Wilkinson Cameras – will see a selection of the UK’s best photographers descend on Preston for this fabulous celebration of all things photography related!

Headlining the show this year is world famous landscape and travel photographer, Colin Prior.

Colin, whose work is celebrated the world over, will be giving two seminars in the main auditorium with tickets selling fast already!

Also on the line up, shining star of the portrait photography world, Andrea Denniss; the photographic legend which is Damian McGillicuddy; street and festival photographer Matt Hart; and industry guru, owner and trainer at Aspire Photography Training, the inspirational Catherine Connor!

Digital Splash is the fastest growing photography show in the North of England and this year, it will take place on Sunday 9th November (10am to 5pm) at the University of Central Lancashire. The event is FREE to attend and tickets for the seminars are just £6 – tickets are available to purchase online at www.wilkinson.co.uk or at any of the 10 Wilkinson Camera stores in the region.

All the leading brands in the photographic world will also be attending the show, including Canon, Nikon, Fuji, Panasonic, Sony, Epson, Leica, Lowepro, Manfrotto, Sandisk & Samsung to name just a few.

Guests will be able to pick up some great bargains too, with a host of ‘special deals’ available only at the show and for one day only. The team of experts from Wilkinson Cameras will also be on hand to offer advice – whether you’re just getting started or a seasoned pro looking to take advantage of the great retail offers available at the event.

David Parkinson, MD at Wilkinson Cameras said: ‘We are delighted to host the show again this year and already interest is at an all-time high. Photography is more popular then ever – and whether you shoot on a smartphone, compact camera, full DSLR set up or even a video action camera like a GoPro - there is something at the show for everyone.

‘We are really chuffed to welcome Colin Prior as our headline speak this year – probably the best known landscape photographer in the UK – we are privileged to have him on board and look forward to hearing about the making of his pictures and adventures to far flung wilderness locations.

‘Colin is a fascinating totally inspirational speaker and alongside out other guest photographers and industry experts it should be an amazing day for all.’

Brand new for this year is the F-Stop Stage – which will host a range of free talks on subjects including the use of flash and studio lighting, colour management systems and the use of filters – (hosted by leading manufacturer LEE Filters). Guests are encouraged to pre register (only takes a minute and is free) – in order to get all the latest news and ‘show only’ retail offers. Register here: http://www.wilkinson.co.uk/digitalsplash/

The event will also be the showcase the winners of Wilkinson’s Digital Splash Awards – and the Digital Splash ‘Photographer of the Year’ will be announced. There’s £450 worth of prizes up for grabs – and you can even vote for your favourite image at the Wilkinson Cameras facebook page https://www.facebook.com/WilkinsonCameras So have your say now!

Talks & Seminars

Colin Prior Master Class (two different talks) – 11am & 2pm

Andrea Denniss – How to Create Beautiful Portraits – 12.30 SOLD OUT & 3.30pm

Catherine Connor – How to Go Pro – 12.30pm & 3.30pm

Matt Hart – A Year of Black & White – 10.30am & 1.30pm

Damian McGillicuddy – 11.30am & 2.30pm

F-Stop Stage – free talks throughout the day by pro photographers Adam Duckworth, Pete Lovelock & Richard McKitty from LEE Filters.

Tickets for talks and seminars can be purchased in advance via the Wilkinson Cameras website, or in any of the 10 Wilkinson Cameras stores throughout the North West. Tickets may be available to purchase on the day – but only if spaces still available – so book in advance online to avoid disappointment. Some talks are already sold out, so it is advisable to book in advance.

For more information visit www.wilkinson.co.uk/digitalsplash, follow us on twitter @wilkicameras or join us on facebook at ‘Wilkinson Cameras’.

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