Skelmorlie Camera Club have a new competition to attract eager young snappers.

It is designed to encourage children of school age improve their photography.

Spokesman Malcolm Murchie said: "We are inviting young people to submit their best image on the theme of the Clyde Coast. The image could be captured either on a camera or indeed a mobile phone.

"The competition is partly sponsored by Jessops.

"There will be a number of prizes including Jessops vouchers and a canvas print of their winning image."

1st prize is £50 voucher + A3 canvas print, 2nd prize is £30 voucher plus A4 canvas print and 3rd prize is a £20 voucher.

All images will be examined by an experienced photographic judge and constructive feedback will be given on each one during an award evening on December 3rd.

The photograph should be attached and submitted to :- sccclydecoastcompetition@gmail.com and include name/age/image title.

The deadline for submission is October 31st.

Malcolm added: "We are looking forward to receiving lots of interesting photographs from our young people."

Any queries regarding the competition can be sent to: contact@skelmorliecameraclub.co.uk