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The UCL Photography Society comprises a large group of people with diverse interest in photography. We have weekly events ranging from photo walks in different locations in London, and fashion shoots in collaboration with MODO Society, workshops and challenges run by talented UCL photographers and professional guests, gallery visits, and socials. We aim to bring together everyone with an interest in photography to work together on fun projects that will improve your skills. Whether you are a beginner with a phone camera, a professional event photographer, or an abstract photographer, the Photography Society will have something for you!

Check out our Instagram and DM (message) the account to receive a link to our group chat for paid members. 

UCLU Photo Society has signed the Zero Tolerance to Sexual Harassment Pledge.

Membership types:

Standard: Access to most society activities including studio shoots, photowalks and workshops. 

Premium: Access to borrow our equipment (we have both film and digital cameras that can be booked through a form), and required to use our shared darkroom. 

 

Events

Chinese New Year Parade London
22/02/2026 | 9:35 - 12:35

Happy Chinese New Year! 

新年快乐！恭喜发财 🧧🔥🐎 

To celebrate the Year of the Fire Horse, this Sunday Feb 22nd we are going to go watch and photograph the Chinese New Year Parade in central London. 

If you’d like to join us, meet us at 9:35am, Charing Cross station. See you on Sunday!

 

Term 2 Darkroom Sessions
25/02/2026 | 12:00 - 15:00

Term 2 Darkroom printing sessions are back!

In these sessions we will be producing prints from black and white negatives, all levels are welcome whether it is your first time in the darkroom or you’re a pro.

Equipment membership is required but all paper and chemicals are provided, just bring your black and white negatives - either 120 or 35mm. If you do not have any you can borrow ours for the

Term 2 Darkroom Sessions
05/03/2026 | 12:00 - 15:00

Term 2 Darkroom printing sessions are back!

In these sessions we will be producing prints from black and white negatives, all levels are welcome whether it is your first time in the darkroom or you’re a pro.

Equipment membership is required but all paper and chemicals are provided, just bring your black and white negatives - either 120 or 35mm. If you do not have any you can borrow ours for the

Term 2 Darkroom Sessions
11/03/2026 | 12:00 - 15:00

Term 2 Darkroom printing sessions are back!

In these sessions we will be producing prints from black and white negatives, all levels are welcome whether it is your first time in the darkroom or you’re a pro.

Equipment membership is required but all paper and chemicals are provided, just bring your black and white negatives - either 120 or 35mm. If you do not have any you can borrow ours for the

Term 2 Darkroom Sessions
25/03/2026 | 12:00 - 15:00

Term 2 Darkroom printing sessions are back!

In these sessions we will be producing prints from black and white negatives, all levels are welcome whether it is your first time in the darkroom or you’re a pro.

Equipment membership is required but all paper and chemicals are provided, just bring your black and white negatives - either 120 or 35mm. If you do not have any you can borrow ours for the