During the course of the year the club has several photographic competitions which all members, novice and advanced, are eligible to enter. These can be broken down into several groups:
- NIPA Interclub Competition
- Flora & Fauna
- Irish Heritage
- Photo Essay
- Special competitions
These competitions give members an excellent chance to see how their work compares to others and also hear a constructive critique from a knowledgeable judge. More information about each of these competitions can be found on their respective pages.