Martin Smith
westen30.bsky.social
Martin Smith
@westen30.bsky.social
Founder of Photowalk.me, now a podcaster and a very amateur photographer. Always learning. https://www.martinwsmith.co.uk/links.html?s=bs
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In the latest episode of Photowalk Talk we speak with Kevin Hendrik, a London based photographer and photowalk organiser. We talk about his projects, zines and photowalks. Find the links to this episode and others in the bio. #podcast #photowalkme
Photowalk Talk – Episode 19: With Kevin Hendrik
Guest: Kevin Hendrik |  Released: 2025-12-19  |  Duration: 00:37:00 Photowalk Talk Episode 19 In Photowalk Talk episode 19, hosts Martin and Sandeep welcome guest Kevin Hendrik, a photographer and educator. They discuss recent photography experiences, the importance of social interactions in photography, and Kevin's journey into urban photography. The conversation explores Kevin's approach to photo walks, his studio space, and the collaborative nature of his work.
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December 19, 2025 at 11:13 AM
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There have been a few late cancellations for the photowalkme Christmas Drinks, so if you fancy meeting me and other photographers for a few drinks sign up here

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Photowalk.me Christmas Party 2025 in London | PhotoWalk.Me
Join this photography event in London, United Kingdom on Friday 12 December 2025 at 06:00 PM. Meetup photo walk for photography enthusiasts.
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December 11, 2025 at 9:03 AM
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4 from the recent #MerseyMeetUp organised by @stigofthedump.bsky.social and promoted on @photowalkme.bsky.social

All digital, haven't sent the Rolleiflex films off yet!

#Liverpool #photowalk
December 3, 2025 at 4:13 PM
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We had a great time on Saturday, so here it is, the group photo from the Merry #MerseymeetUp ! 🎉 🎅🎄
📷 Nikon F6 - 24/85mm Zoom
🎞️ Kentmere Pan 400 - D23
#BelieveInFilm #filmphotography
December 1, 2025 at 8:14 AM
@givemeabiscuit.bsky.social was right unboxing with one hand is hard.
December 1, 2025 at 12:03 PM
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There's just under an hour and half left of the November photo challenge. Even if you haven't entered this month please vote on your favourite entries. Show them some love. www.photowalk.me/challenges/n...
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November 30, 2025 at 10:37 PM
Some photos taken on the night before the #MerseyMeetup in Liverpool with the Ricoh GRIIIx
November 30, 2025 at 1:28 PM
I apologise in advance for this, I try not get political on SM. This will be my one and only post about it. I genuinely don't know what to do anymore, successive governments have squeezed and squeezed everything out of us. I work really hard, but I have to pay more and more tax.
November 27, 2025 at 4:05 PM
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Episode 17 is out now of the @photowalkme.bsky.social #Podcast where we chat with @sukhyhullait.bsky.social about long form projects, emotion in photography and photography as tool tell the stories of those normally under represented plus lots more!

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Episode 17
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November 21, 2025 at 10:43 AM
I wish I had been better at using keywords in LR Classic. I'm trying to find photos of Brighton for a blog post and I have 21 years of photos to search through and not all of it with keywords.
November 16, 2025 at 3:18 PM
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I'm working on the next guide this weekend, I'm doing Brighton. I know it well and have plenty of for it. Let me know if there are any secret photogenic spots in Brighton I might miss.

Want to show people your city? Send me a DM or email.
As you may have seen I've started to create some city photo guides starting with Liverpool and Bath. If you think you know your local City well and would like to contribute or if you want to suggest changes to the existing guides please DM me or email me [email protected]

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City Guides - PhotoWalk.Me
Explore global photography city guides featuring top photo spots, and photowalks to help you capture amazing images in cities around the world.
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November 14, 2025 at 10:29 PM
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You can now get notified when a new Photowalk is organised in your city or cities of choice. Visit www.photowalk.me/photo-walks and find the city you're interested click on it, and click the subscribe button.
Photo Walks by City | PhotoWalk.Me
Browse photo walks and photography events by city. Find photography meetups, workshops and photowalks in cities around the world.
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November 14, 2025 at 6:16 PM
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After some tense judging by the four organisers and a tie breaker round we have winners of the inaugural World Wide Half Frame Photography Day Competition! half-frameday.com/2025/11/14/w...
WWHFPD 2025 Competition WINNERS!
After some tense judging by the four organisers and a tie breaker round we have winners of the inaugural World Wide Half Frame Photography Day Competition! People Vadim Belousov Camera Kyocera Samu…
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November 14, 2025 at 2:16 PM
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As you may have seen I've started to create some city photo guides starting with Liverpool and Bath. If you think you know your local City well and would like to contribute or if you want to suggest changes to the existing guides please DM me or email me [email protected]

go.pwlk.me/city-guides
City Guides - PhotoWalk.Me
Explore global photography city guides featuring top photo spots, and photowalks to help you capture amazing images in cities around the world.
go.pwlk.me
November 12, 2025 at 11:04 PM
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Bath is one of the most photogenic cities in the UK. Its Georgian streets, Roman history, and honey-coloured stone make it a dream for photographers. Whether you’re planning a casual stroll or a full photowalk, these Bath photography spots deliver great results in every season.
Best Places for Photowalks in Bath
Pulteney Bridge and Weir, Bath UK Bath is one of the most photogenic cities in the UK. Its Georgian streets, Roman history, and honey-coloured stone make it a dream for photographers. Whether you’re planning a casual stroll or a full photowalk, these Bath photography spots deliver great results in every season. 1. The Royal Crescent and The Circus No Bath photo guide is complete without these two.
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November 12, 2025 at 3:07 PM
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If you fancy a little bit of fun, why not enter the first of the monthly challenges on photowalk.me

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PhotoWalk.Me - Photography Walks Around the World
Join photography enthusiasts for guided photo walks around the world. Find photo walks near you or organize your own.
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November 8, 2025 at 2:29 PM
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If you fancy being featured on the blog please check out the post below.
I want to feature more photowalk hosts on blog.photowalk.me if you want to be featured all you have to do is answer a few simple interview questions using this survey form tally.so/r/medqzk #photowalk #interviews
PhotWalk.Me Blog
The blog for the photo walk and meetup site PhotoWalk.Me
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November 7, 2025 at 4:44 PM
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In Photowalk Talk episode 16, hosts Martin and Sandeep engage with guests Rob Andrews and Stephen Dowling. #Photography #Podcast #Photowalkhashtag/PhotowalkTalk" class="hover:underline text-blue-600 dark:text-sky-400 no-card-link">#PhotowalkTalk #Photowalk
Photowalk Talk – Episode 16: With Rob Andrews and Stephen Dowling
Guests: Rob Andrews and Stephen Dowling |  Released: 2025-11-07  |  Duration: 01:03:00 Photowalk Talk Episode 16 Cover In Photowalk Talk episode 16, hosts Martin and Sandeep engage with guests Rob Andrews and Stephen Dowling in a lively discussion about their recent photography experiences, paths into photography, and the allure of film photography. They explore the challenges and joys of being self-taught photographers, share insights on their camera collections, and discuss the implications of new camera announcements and pricing in the film photography market.
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November 7, 2025 at 7:32 AM
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I'm working on a new feature, photography challenges. To begin with it will be monthly challenges with a new theme each month. Users will be able to upload new photos or use ones already in their galleries.
October 28, 2025 at 4:12 PM
I am definitely not, probably, going to buy another Ricoh! Absolutely, positively, probably, most likely not.
We talk about Cairo, x-rays,x-rays, more x-rays and Martin pretending he is not going to buy another new Ricoh #Podcast
In Photowalk Talk episode 15, hosts Martin and Sandeep discuss Sandeep's recent trip to Cairo, focusing on the challenges and experiences of traveling with film cameras.
October 26, 2025 at 1:40 PM
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Yesterday we released our latest podcast episode. Ep2 is 2 documentary photographers chatting and understanding conceptual cyanotype sculptures. Listen to #almostinfocuspodcast at all the usual places (except Apple as they have rubbish customer service)
October 25, 2025 at 5:42 PM
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Just hit 2000 registered users on photowalk.me what should my next target be? 5000 users?
PhotoWalk.Me - Photography Walks Around the World
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October 25, 2025 at 12:28 PM