The Leader Camera Club has more than 1,300 members from across Wrexham, Flintshire and beyond.

In our Behind the Lens feature, we meet some of those in the group who share their images and take part in challenges, contributing to the galleries in print and online.

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Mark Williams is a 51-year-old chef, from near Northwich in Cheshire.

Mark Williams on the beach at Church Bay Anglesey.

Mark Williams on the beach at Church Bay Anglesey.

When and why did you take up photography?

I've taken pictures for many years whilst out and about but it became apparent a couple of years ago I was getting quite good at it, so decided to take it more seriously.

Moody shot at Fairbourne. Photo: Mark Williams

Moody shot at Fairbourne. Photo: Mark Williams

What do you love about taking pictures?

I just love the outdoors in general, so anything to do with nature - landscape and seascape mountains lakes and rivers, also have a love for architecture and urban photography too.

The stunning hills of Llangollen Moel Y Gamelin. Photo: Mark Williams

The stunning hills of Llangollen Moel Y Gamelin. Photo: Mark Williams

Where is your favourite place to take pictures?

Wouldn't say I had a particular favourite place but the majority of my free time is spent in North Wales somewhere, so would say it's my biggest passion.

The Charles Bridge in Prague. Photo: Mark Williams

The Charles Bridge in Prague. Photo: Mark Williams

What equipment do you use?

Predominantly my iPhone 14 Pro as is easy to carry around but when the big camera comes out I have a Nikon D3500 with either an 18-140mm or a 50mm lens and tripod.

Llanfairfechan. Photo: Mark Williams

Llanfairfechan. Photo: Mark Williams

What do you enjoy about being part of the Leader Camera Club?

I love to see everyone else's takes on photography it's great to see so many different unique styles that people have.

The stunning Dinorwic quarry the lady in the picture is my partner Donna Burns also a member of the camera club

The stunning Dinorwic quarry the lady in the picture is my partner Donna Burns also a member of the camera club

If you could photograph anyone or any place who/what would it be?

One place I've always wanted to photograph is Iceland and will hopefully get there one day to do it.

The beautiful Buttermere in the Lake District. Photo: Mark Williams

The beautiful Buttermere in the Lake District. Photo: Mark Williams

Anything else you think we should know?

Nothing as yet but hopefully will be getting involved with some exhibitions in the future and any award would be an amazing feeling should that ever happen.

I'm not a full professional as yet but my images are available to buy on an A4 print in a good quality frame for £20 each - williams827@btinternet.com or 07720057281.