26/08/2026
Meet Our Members – David Phillips
David Phillips has been a member of Creative Shots Photo Club since 2005, but his interest in photography began much earlier. As a child, he first discovered photography using his mum's Box Brownie camera and enjoyed looking through the family's collection of slides and photographs. He has always been someone who enjoys making and creating things, from leatherwork to a variety of other hobbies, but photography was the one creative pursuit that truly stuck.
David spent many years photographing landscapes before discovering his real passion—astrophotography and deep space imaging. Capturing galaxies, nebulae and distant stars isn't easy, and that's exactly what appeals to him. The technical challenges involved in planning, capturing and processing these images are all part of the enjoyment.
One of the things David values most about Creative Shots Photo Club is the opportunity to get out with other photographers. Sharing outings, ideas and experiences with like-minded people has been a big part of his enjoyment of the club over the years.
When asked what photography brings to his life, David jokes that it keeps his bank balance low! But behind the humour is a genuine sense of achievement. For him, photography is about setting a challenge, learning new skills and overcoming technical obstacles. There's nothing more satisfying than putting in the effort and producing an image that he's truly proud of.
*"Photography is about the challenge. The harder it is to capture the image, the greater the satisfaction when everything comes together."*
