ASPIRING photographers from Wellington and West Somerset are encouraged to share their creativity and showcase their work as part of Somerset Film’s Young Photographers’ Showcase 2026.

The showcase is open to anyone aged 25 and under who lives in Somerset and enjoys capturing the world through photography, whether using a smartphone, tablet or DSLR camera.

Somerset Film is a social enterprise and registered charity established in 1995.

The organisation is committed to encouraging the creative use of moving image and digital media in Somerset.

Participants are invited to submit up to three photographs for consideration in the exhibition, giving young creatives the opportunity to have their work displayed publicly.

Photographs must have been taken in 2023 or later, and the submission deadline is midday on Tuesday, June 30.

The exhibition aims to include as many images as possible, providing a platform for emerging photographers to share their perspectives and creativity with the public.

As part of the initiative, one photographer will be honoured with the Robert Richards Award, which recognises work that celebrates the environment or raises awareness of climate change.

The award is presented in memory of Robert Richards, the charity’s former Chair of Trustees, who worked at Glastonbury Festival with Michael Eavis and was also a trustee for Glastonbury Abbey.

Robert was passionate about supporting emerging talent, and this is the third year the award has been offered.

Last year’s Young Photographer Robert Richards Award was presented to Kieron Lloyd for his photograph ‘Upside Down Wembdon.’

All featured photographers will also attend a special private view event.

Photos must not be created using generative AI.

For more information about how to submit for the exhibition or the Robert Richards Award, visit the Somerset Film website: www.somersetfilm.com