In Bruges! With Polina Plotnikova
Fri, 07 Feb
|Zoom (link will be emailed ahead of event)
This is a free online event to outline photographic opportunities in Brugges.


Date & time:
07 Feb 2025, 19:00 – 20:00 GMT
Zoom (link will be emailed ahead of event)
About the event:
This presentation is given free of charge to Camversationalists and is to outline photographic opportunities in Bruges. We aim to run an Explore event there on 12th April, so this is to whet your appetite!
Link to the Camversation Explore event is:
More information will follow.
Bruges is a beautiful and historic city in Belgium that offers photographers a wealth of stunning subjects to capture.
Medieval Architecture:Â Bruges is renowned for its well-preserved medieval architecture. The city center is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and it's filled with charming cobblestone streets, Gothic churches, and picturesque canals.
Canals and Waterways:Â The canals that wind through Bruges are one of its most iconic features. They offer endless opportunities for capturing reflections, bridges, and the colorful houses that line the waterways.
Charming Streets and Alleys:Â Bruges is full of hidden alleyways and quaint streets, each with its own unique character. These charming corners are perfect for capturing the intimate details of the city.
Night Photography:Â Bruges is stunning at night, when the city's lights reflect on the canals and illuminate the historic buildings. This creates a magical atmosphere that's perfect for capturing long exposures and night scenes.
Local Markets and Festivals:Â Bruges hosts a variety of markets and festivals throughout the year, providing opportunities to capture the vibrant local culture and traditions.
Bruges is located within easy reach of other beautiful Belgian cities, such as Ghent and Brussels. These cities offer even more photographic opportunities, making Bruges an ideal base for exploring the region.
Bruges is a photographer's paradise, offering a wealth of stunning subjects to capture. Whether you're interested in architecture, landscapes, street photography, or night scenes, you're sure to find inspiration in this charming and historic city.
About Polina:
They say that a photographer is either a picture taker, or a picture maker…
… and I am firmly in the picture makers' club. While fully appreciating the "what you see is what you get" approach, I am much more interested in chasing an ever-elusive image that appears in my mind's eye, an image that conveys my feelings and emotions, rather than remains a mere statement of fact. My favourite photography subjects are: flowers, still life, and also capturing my impressions when travelling.
I have an FRPS and an EFIAP photography distinctions and a number of photographic awards, including eight Gold and Silver Gilt medals at the RHS photography competitions, category winner of Food Photographer of The Year competition, various distinctions at each of the International Garden Photographer of The Year competitions, and multiple medals and distinctions awarded by various Photography Salons. I am proud to be a member of the Arena Photographers group.
This talk will be recorded and made available for four weeks.