Welcome to WIFIE
Copyright Belinda Burch
Wifie is an independent photography group for women living in and around Edinburgh. Members of Wifie meet to participate in workshops and visit exhibitions. During these informal meetings the group are able to discuss ideas or explore the issues raised by the work of other artists as well as being able to share knowledge, ideas and experiences within the group.
Wifie provides women with an opportunity to;
Wifie provides women with an opportunity to;
- Learn new skills in photography or extend existing skills
- Participate in exhibitions
- To use photography to explore issues relating to gender, power and social politics
- To look at issues which perpetuate exclusion
- To network with other women's projects across Scotland
New opportunities and recent events...
UPDATE: During this period of social isolating due to the COVID-19 outbreak Wifie will not be meeting up for any workshops or to visit exhibitions. We do plan to continue being creative and building our photography skills by taking part in regular assignments, which you can see below.
Why not have a look at some of our other work. Click on the link above, Workshops & Events or here
Why not have a look at some of our other work. Click on the link above, Workshops & Events or here
Wifie Assignment 7.
The current assignment is to capture the magic of light. We know that without light we can't take photos but sometimes light can be the main feature of the image - where it plays a starring role rather than just illuminate the subject. This involves an awareness of the direction and quality of light at different times. For example consider shooting during the Golden Hour or Contre Jour, against the light. Explore the angle of light in relation to the subject you are photographing by moving around it or explore how light is filtered through trees, glass or other objects. Here are a few of our photos so far.
The current assignment is to capture the magic of light. We know that without light we can't take photos but sometimes light can be the main feature of the image - where it plays a starring role rather than just illuminate the subject. This involves an awareness of the direction and quality of light at different times. For example consider shooting during the Golden Hour or Contre Jour, against the light. Explore the angle of light in relation to the subject you are photographing by moving around it or explore how light is filtered through trees, glass or other objects. Here are a few of our photos so far.
Wifie Assignment 6.
Members were invited to take a photo a day over a period of 5 consecutive days and share them on the Wifie WhatsApp group. Here are the first lot with more to follow.
Members were invited to take a photo a day over a period of 5 consecutive days and share them on the Wifie WhatsApp group. Here are the first lot with more to follow.
Wifie Assignment 5.
The assignment presented to Wifie members this time was to explore the use of letters or numbers to create a final image. The numbers or letters could be fabricated out of objects or things or be actual letters or numbers found out & about in the street or other spaces. Click on the image to see more
The assignment presented to Wifie members this time was to explore the use of letters or numbers to create a final image. The numbers or letters could be fabricated out of objects or things or be actual letters or numbers found out & about in the street or other spaces. Click on the image to see more
Wifie Assignment 4.
For our fourth assignment Wifie members were invited to send in a few images that were restricted to one dominant colour. Most members then placed their images onto a photo grid / collage using either photoshop or an app. The results are really diverse and fascinating. Click on image to see more.
For our fourth assignment Wifie members were invited to send in a few images that were restricted to one dominant colour. Most members then placed their images onto a photo grid / collage using either photoshop or an app. The results are really diverse and fascinating. Click on image to see more.
Assignment 3.
An assignment exploring High Key and Low Key photography where the combination of light and exposure can create different moods and palettes to your photographic images. One where the tones and colours can be rich and dark or, at the other end of the spectrum be full of light tones and pastel hues. Click on the photo to see more.
An assignment exploring High Key and Low Key photography where the combination of light and exposure can create different moods and palettes to your photographic images. One where the tones and colours can be rich and dark or, at the other end of the spectrum be full of light tones and pastel hues. Click on the photo to see more.
Assignment 2.
This assignment was on aspect ratio and incorporating negative space into your composition. Working in a ratio of 16:9 we explored how the negative space can bring more meaning to the positive element of the image or how it can bring harmony between the active and still spaces in the photograph. Click on the photo to see more.
This assignment was on aspect ratio and incorporating negative space into your composition. Working in a ratio of 16:9 we explored how the negative space can bring more meaning to the positive element of the image or how it can bring harmony between the active and still spaces in the photograph. Click on the photo to see more.
Assignment 1.
This one was on Aspect Ratio, setting our cameras to a ratio 1:1, we then had to take 4 square photos and combine them into one square. This was a fun exercise and the results are amazing, showing diversity and creativity within the constraints we had. Click on the photo to see more.
This one was on Aspect Ratio, setting our cameras to a ratio 1:1, we then had to take 4 square photos and combine them into one square. This was a fun exercise and the results are amazing, showing diversity and creativity within the constraints we had. Click on the photo to see more.
In The Spotlight
At WIFIE we believe that photography is for everyone, no matter your taste, age, ability or experience. We don't all have to like the same things and we all experience photographs differently. In this section we showcase individual members to dig into what they love about photography and allow them to share some of their favourite photographs.
At WIFIE we believe that photography is for everyone, no matter your taste, age, ability or experience. We don't all have to like the same things and we all experience photographs differently. In this section we showcase individual members to dig into what they love about photography and allow them to share some of their favourite photographs.
Margaret Munro
I was given my first camera when I was about 11 years old. It was a kodak Brownie 127 and I still have it. Since then I have been interested in photography. I have various film cameras, which I loved, but now use a digital camera and my phone. My particular loves are nature in all its forms and the wonderful ever-changing light we have in Scotland, particularly in the north-west, as can be seen from my photographs. I hoped Wifie would help me learn about 'proper' photography, which it is. Everyone is very helpful and supportive and technical terms are explained in easy to understand ways. I enjoy being part of the group, while discovering ways in which to improve my photographic skills.
I was given my first camera when I was about 11 years old. It was a kodak Brownie 127 and I still have it. Since then I have been interested in photography. I have various film cameras, which I loved, but now use a digital camera and my phone. My particular loves are nature in all its forms and the wonderful ever-changing light we have in Scotland, particularly in the north-west, as can be seen from my photographs. I hoped Wifie would help me learn about 'proper' photography, which it is. Everyone is very helpful and supportive and technical terms are explained in easy to understand ways. I enjoy being part of the group, while discovering ways in which to improve my photographic skills.
Capturing the Light in Scotland
Nature in the wild and in local parks
The Kelpies.
Why not... check out some of the other pages in our website. You can find what other members have done for 'In the Spotlight' or take a look at some new photos that Margaret Munro has added to her portfolio in our 'Members Gallery'. Members Gallery
Darkroom facilities
The darkroom that we were setting up at the Arts Complex is no longer available. We will be continuing to try and source darkroom facilities for the future to run workshops and offer traditional printing opportunities. Please get in touch with Wifie if you know of any community darkrooms that we could access. Thank you.
