At a recent meeting of Mallow Camera Club, John Hooton, a long-standing and founding member, was honoured with the Brendan Walkin Memorial Award for his Outstanding Service to Irish Photography. This award is the highest accolade bestowed by the Irish Photographic Federation. With this recognition, John joins a select group of photographers in Ireland who have received this prestigious honour for their dedication to the art of photography.

Barry Murphy, the club's Chairman, provided a brief overview of John's achievements over the years. He highlighted that John is considered one of the finest landscape photographers in the country, having received top awards from prestigious organizations such as the Irish Photographic Federation (IPF), The Royal Photographic Society (RPS), the Photographic Society of America (PSA), and the International Federation of Photographic Art (FIAP). Additionally, John has exhibited his work across Ireland, the U.K., Europe, and the USA.

Rory O’Connor FIPF, a council member of the Irish Photographic Federation, attended the event to present John with his medal. He commended John's significant contributions to Irish photography, his unwavering dedication to his craft, and his enthusiasm for sharing his knowledge and passion for the Irish landscape with fellow photographers.

John's family was also present to join him in celebrating this prestigious award.

Congratulations again John.