A simple Guide to Ai Terminology

As Ai develops and changes,  it’s very easy to become lost or left behind.Certainly, it’s reasonable to believe that the world is largely totally unprepared for what is about to occur.With that in mind, it’s probably useful to get a basic understanding of the Ai terminology that will soon become common.This is my plain English […]

The Pathfinders Videos

In 2025 the Pathfinders were: Jim Reed, Paul Ashworth, Cameron Gilroy, David Dewhurst, John Thompson, Hugh and Kathy LeFanu. ‘Reflections’ by the Pathfinders (Cameron Gilroy) 2025 Reflections by the Pathfinders (Cameron Gilroy) Reflections tells the story of an older married couple who have drifted apart leading to short tempers and constant bickering.  On a woodland […]

Annual Member’s Competition 2023

Judges comments: “This gang of four of produced an excellent, humorous and entertaining film through the use of puppet animation. The subtle music track and clear vocals synchronise with the ongoing action, supported by clear, along with very creative graphics and slick editing enhanced this comedic film.”

Documentary Competition 2023

Documentary Competition 2023 The annual Documentary Competition was held in September 2023. There were 4 entries: Great Cockrow Railway by Peter Frost 15’15” The Outer Hebrides by Peter Stratford 11’45” The Making of Mr Punch by Peter Stratford and Jack Visser 11’05” Whitehaven by Peter Stratford 3’33” The winner was decided by the SBMM Committee, […]

Summer BBQ 25th June 2023

The annual Summer BBQ was once again hosted at Al and Rita’s house and, once again, the weather was excellent! The Summer Social has always been a great place for members and their partners to spend a relaxing afternoon chatting and making new acquaintances. And, as always, it was accompanied with the freshly cooked food […]

Film in an Evening 2023

This years ‘Film in an Evening’ was held in July 2023. There were 3 entries:

“The Fall and Rise of Mr Punch” by The Oddbods
“The Despair Workshop” by The Weyfarers
“Mrs Symms’ Royal Affair” by the Pioneers

Jim Reed Videos

I have been editing video from the mid-1990’s using VHS with Hi-8 tapes, then moving onto Mini-DV, and in early 2000’s acquired my first PC based editing suite.
In 2016 I bought my first ‘modern’ camera, a 4k Sony AX-53, high speed with built in Gimbal. After seeing the club in a local newspaper I joined in July 2017.
I’ve selected these few videos as being representative of my work and interest.

Members Competition 2022

Only Four in the World by Brian O’Connell, Peter Frost, and Dick Grainger is a very engaging documentary about the rebuilding of one of the world’s rarer motorbikes.
The makers were awarded, The Jackson Trophy for Overall Winner, The Pat Dohery Award for the Best Use of Sound, The Moorey Award for Best Documentary, and The Dick Hibberd Trophy for Best Camerawork.