Pam Lewis' Photographic Biography
25th April 2025
In: Members' Biographies, News
My Journey into Photography Pam Lewis.
My introduction into photography was sparked in the early 80’s when I was invited by Cled and our two boys to join the local photographic club ostensibly to help the other ladies to “make the teas and coffees”.
However, I enjoyed the photographic side of things more and found myself entering competitions alongside the men.
My first real camera was a secondhand Leica R3 which was faulty and had to be returned and was exchanged for a Leica R4s Mod. 2 which I still own.
After a couple of years I took the Women’s Institute Photographic Course gaining a Distinction and progressed to the City & Guilds Photographic qualification for which I got another Distinction which in turn allowed me to become a Licentiate member of the RPS.
By this time I was hooked and took 'O' and 'A' level exams in photography.
As I now had an R8 I entered the digital age with the DMR which was and still is beautiful and still produces wonderful images.
Eventually I found that combination much too heavy and discovered Micro 4/3rds but I am able to remain with Leica/Panasonic lenses
Needless to say I still have a great interest in photography and I hope I always will.
Pam Lewis.
Pam Lewis
Polo Match - Leica R8 21mm
Clevedon Pier - R9 60mm Macro
Venice Mask - Leica R9 60mm Macro
UBien Bridge Panasonic GX8 + 12-60 mm Panasonic Leica lens
My introduction into photography was sparked in the early 80’s when I was invited by Cled and our two boys to join the local photographic club ostensibly to help the other ladies to “make the teas and coffees”.
However, I enjoyed the photographic side of things more and found myself entering competitions alongside the men.
My first real camera was a secondhand Leica R3 which was faulty and had to be returned and was exchanged for a Leica R4s Mod. 2 which I still own.
After a couple of years I took the Women’s Institute Photographic Course gaining a Distinction and progressed to the City & Guilds Photographic qualification for which I got another Distinction which in turn allowed me to become a Licentiate member of the RPS.
By this time I was hooked and took 'O' and 'A' level exams in photography.
As I now had an R8 I entered the digital age with the DMR which was and still is beautiful and still produces wonderful images.
Eventually I found that combination much too heavy and discovered Micro 4/3rds but I am able to remain with Leica/Panasonic lenses
Needless to say I still have a great interest in photography and I hope I always will.
Pam Lewis.
Pam Lewis
Polo Match - Leica R8 21mm
Clevedon Pier - R9 60mm Macro
Venice Mask - Leica R9 60mm Macro
UBien Bridge Panasonic GX8 + 12-60 mm Panasonic Leica lens
Comments
By Denis Gilbert my: A very engaging historical journey , many congratulations on your achievement in photographic examinations and excellence . By Stephen Arnold: Stunning photographs; loved them all. The Polo Match captured the atmosphere and light very well. By David Askham: Thank you for your interesting biography and travel pictures, Pam. Ubien Bridge is very impressive. Rush hour? By Melinda: Lovely selection of images as well as an interesting article. Thank you. By Keith Walker: Well done Pam, shows what some real commitment can achieve! I also learnt of three photography qualifications I didn't know existed - the WI and O and A levels. By Sue Lawler: Photographic excellence and a gentle determination to take the opportunities arising
during a busy family life to achieve this have resulted in many well deserved awards.
Congratulations!