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Our photographic exhibition is back! With a range of photographs in our Open category as well as those showcasing the theme 'Light & Shade', we’ve had a myriad of exceptional prints submitted by recreational and professional photographers alike.
Come see the exhibition in our Lower Gallery!
Please join us at the Private View of the exhibition on Wednesday 20 August from 7:30pm to 9pm where we will announce the overall winner of the 2025 Photographic Competition.
It is free to attend and everyone is welcome!
There will be a bar serving drinks on the night.
Light & Shade First Prize: 'Fondazione Prada, Milano' by Neville Morgan ARPS
Open Category Runner Up: ‘Rainy Day of Blackpool Pier’ by Debbie Smyth
Light & Shade Runner Up: 'Happy Days' by Colin Page
Light & Shade First Prize: 'Fondazione Prada, Milano' by Neville Morgan ARPS
Neville Morgan is interested mainly in architectural, abstract and urban landscape photography. He enjoys exploring the way reflective materials such as glass, water, metal, plastics and other sheet materials re-interpret the world around us. Neville strives for minimalism in his approach and always searches for different views of the ordinary. In his most recent work, Neville has moved towards abstract interpretation but has also been investigating the potential of Polaroid prints to further express his interests. He draws his inspiration from both the natural and the built environment. Neville was overall winner of the 2023 Lauderdale House Photography Competition and held his prize of a solo exhibition entitled ‘Urban Focus’ in the Upper Gallery at Lauderdale House in August 2024.
Open Category First Prize: 'Vermeer Came By' by George Blair
On his photograph, George writes:
'Relaxing in one of historic Trieste’s Viennese cafés, all dark wood-panelled walls, mirrors, lamps and filtering sunlight, suddenly a woman came into view - a Vermeer come to life, quietly engrossed, cleaning cutlery, a 21st century waitress or 17th century maid? Caught between the sun’s rays, and shadows sombre as any 17th century Dutch home, echoes through the centuries elided. I took several photos from slightly different angles, trying to capture the chiaroscuro effect, highlighting the woman’s sculptural image. Vermeer is one of my favourite five artists. Having missed the hugely popular London exhibition, I visited the three major Dutch galleries to see his work, where I was able to study it uninterrupted by crowds. Vermeer Visits reached the semi-final of Urban Photo 2025: an international exhibition held in Trieste.'
Light & Shade Runner Up: 'Happy Days' by Colin Page
Colin Page has been been taking photos on and off all his life. He did develop his own film and prints, but with the widespread use of computers, he taught himself Photoshop. Colin likes to capture spontaneous moments of everyday London life. He has learned a great deal more about photography from being a member of the City of London & Cripplegate Photographic Society.
Open Category Runner Up: ‘Rainy Day of Blackpool Pier’ by Debbie Smyth
Debbie is a travel photographer and writer, with a keen interest in the cultural and linguistic differences she experiences on her journeys. Her camera has become an important element in her travels, enabling her to see more than her eyes alone ever notice. Her photography usually focuses on urban life, architecture and urbex, with a particular interest in Soviet history.
Lauderdale House's Photographic Exhibition will be on display in the Lower Gallery, our airy ground floor room at the front of the House, during gallery opening times from Wednesday 20 August - Monday 1 September 2025.
The gallery is generally open:
Please note that the gallery hours may change or the gallery may close at short notice due to private events. To avoid disappointment, please check our most up-to-date opening hours by clicking here or calling us on 020 8348 8716 the day before your visit.
