Founded in 1948, DUPA is committed to creating a photography community on campus. Committee members hold classes and invite professional photographers to speak or hold masterclasses. A range of digital as well as film cameras, tripods, and photo books are available to rent. Exhibitions are held multiple times each term, providing members the opportunity to showcase their work. DUPA is also proud to have two student darkroom on campus that are open for members to book.
Learn
Lessons on everything including taking better photographs, using an SLR camera, Adobe Photoshop, studio portraiture work and darkrooms.
Travel
Take what you’ve learned and try it out. Take photos on our trips around Dublin, around Ireland and around the world.
Discounts
Want to print some digital photos? Avail of our members discounts at John Gunn Camera Shop on Wexford Street and Conn’s Cameras on Clarendon Street and save yourself a fortune.
Facilities
As a member, you’ll get free access to our two darkrooms and the opportunity to borrow film SLR cameras, digital SLR cameras, lenses, tripods, flashguns and photography
Receptions
We’ll have major exhibitions throughout the year. Show off your work or just relax and enjoy our free refreshments.
If you are interested in signing up for membership, please visit trinitysocietieshub.com, log in with your TCD email account and search for DUPA under Arts and Culture. Membership is valid for the current session and costs €3.