Vulture pic glides into first place

Go to www.boksburgcameraclub.co.za to find out how you can join and hone your photography skills.

May 11, 2026

Lana ONeill 1 minute read

Boksburg Camera Club members share their best shots for April. To find out more about what they do, where they meet and how you can join go to www.boksburgcameraclub.co.za.

IMAGE OF THE MONTH: Vulture Reflections (Jackie Bell)

How long have you been a member? Since January 2017.
Skill level? 5 Star Masters.
Where was the image taken? Kruger National Park.
What inspired the image? I was inspired to create an artistic image by combining different perspectives of vultures, highlighting both their beautiful detail and presence in nature.
What time of day was the image taken? Early morning, as the lighting was perfect.
Camera settings? ISO speed: 320, f-stop: f/5.6, exposure time: 1/2500 sec, focal length: 400mm.
Why do you enjoy being a member? I have learnt so much about photography, grown in my skills and met amazing people who share the same passion. The friendships and inspiration I have found here have made it truly special.
What do you enjoy most about photography and why? Being out in nature and going on new adventures with my family. It allows me to capture those special moments and turn them into lasting memories.

A white woman posing at a wooden fence wearing a dark blue T-shirt and jeans and holding a camera. — Jackie Bell. Image: Supplied

OTHER WINNERS

A black and white photo of an elephant's shoulders, head and trunk taken from the side. — Open 3 Star: Dignity in Gray. Photo: Ina Lubbe.

A black and white photo of a woman lying on her back with her one leg bent at the knee and her hands above her head, wearing a white flowing dress. — Open 5 Star: Rebecca. Photo: Denise Smith.

ALSO READ: Camera club’s winning October shots

A photo of a lion lying in the open bush with sunlight beaming down on it. — Set subject 1-3 Star second place: It’s a Sign from Above. Photo: Frik Lombard.

A photo of a mountain next to a river with its reflection in the water. — Set subject 1-3 Star winner: Mirror’s Edge. Photo: Ina Lubbe.

A black and red rally car racing through water and mud, making a big splash. — Open 2 Star: Big Splash. Photo: Frik Lombard.

A photo of a barren landscape of desert and rock with a starry night sky in the background. — Set subject 4-5 Star Masters winner: Starry Night. Photo: Marie Botha.

A photo of a dirt road slicing through green bushveld with two green torn trees to the right. — Set subject: 4-5 star masters 2nd place – Duine Pad. Photo: Theo van der Merwe.

ALSO READ: Winning camera club shots for January

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May 11, 2026

Lana ONeill 1 minute read

Lana O'Neill

Lana is the editor of Boksburg Advertiser and Benoni City Times. She grew up on a plot in Boksburg and completed her matric at Willowmoore High. Lana has travelled quite a bit - sometimes for work, sometimes for play - and is an avid Melissa Etheridge fan. Her dedicated journalists keep her young and inspired through the moving community stories they churn out.