The BPE exists to encourage photographers to enter exhibitions and to recognize successful entrants via the issue of the Crown Awards photographic distinctions. Exhibition members share ideas, promote each other's exhibitions and generally work together to promote competitive photography. www.britishphotographicexhibitions.org.uk

Ilkeston Photo 2000 camera club meets on a Tuesday evening from September to May at the Ilkeston Mobility Centre - please see the website for further details. ilkestonphoto2000.net

The Societies provides a range of benefits for photographers from mentoring, training, promotions, negotiating discounts, magazine subscriptions, qualifications, competitions and much more. www.thesocieties.net

Websites for photographers and artists http://www.clikpic.com