2024-12-31-accounts

SCOThISH soaFfY FOR THE HISTORY OF PHOTOGRAPHY TRUSTEES, REPORT 2024 The Scottish Society for the History of Photography ISSHOPI, through its organisational and publishing arm Studies in Photography, has enjoyed an exceptionally productive and inspiring year at its William Street premises in Edinburgh. With a dedicated gallery and bookshop, the Society continues to provide a vital space for the study, appreciation, and advancement of photographic history and contemporary practice. Exhibition5 and B¢)ok Launche5 2024 has been a particularly vibrant year for exhibitions. each one paired with significant publications that have further enriched the Sociews cultural contribution. • Davld Wllllams- Dreamlng Dlfference This exhibition showcased the depth and breadth of Williams, craative vision. It was accompanied by the launch of hi5 new book, reinforcing the So¢iety's commitment to celebrating the intersertion of visual art and scholarship. Robin Gillanders- lan Hamilton Finlay: Little Sparta and Collaborations A highlight of tho year was this exhibition, devoted to the enduringlggacy of lan Hamilton Finlaws artistic environment. The event also featured the launch of a new book dedicated to Finlay's work, further bridging the visual and literary dimen5i0n5 Of art and photography. Alexander Hamilton-ln Search of the Blue Flower and the Art of Cyanotype This exhibition celebrated Hamilton's mastery of one of photographvs most historically significant processes. The accompanying book providod fresh insights into the artistry and technical sophistication of cyanotypa printing. Togéthèr, thèse èxhibitions and publications undèrstorèd thè Societvs mission to bring historical processes and contemporary practices into meaningful dialogue. Publications Beyond exhibitions, 2024 has also seen a strong publishing programme.. • Studles In Photography-wlnter and Summer Journal Edltlons- Leaves Annual Journal Thè Society successfully produced its two biannual journals, sustaining thèir role as a lèading forum for critical writing on photograph¢s history and practice. Our new publication series, Leaves, goes from strength to strength edited by marking a significant expansion of the Socie￿s publishing activity. This inrfciative reflects thè Societfs ambition to reach naw audiances and support innovative forms of photographic scholarship and ereativity. Conclusion It has been a very busy and highly rewarding year for the Scottish Society for the History of Photography. Through a dynamic programme of exhibitions. book launches. and publications, the Society has strengthened its position as a key cultural institution in Scotland and beyond. The energy and vision dèmonstrated in 2024 lay a strong foundation for future growth, collaboration, and celebration of the art and history of photography. Treasurer OV0912025

Independent Examiner’s Report

Scottish Society for the History of Photography – SCIO - SC033988

I report on the accounts of Scottish Society for the History of Photography for the year ended 31[st] December 2024.

Respective responsibilities of management committee and examiner

The committee is responsible for the preparation of the accounts in accordance with the terms of the Charities and Trustee Investment (Scotland) Act 2005 and the Charities Accounts (Scotland) Regulations 2006. The management committee considers that the audit requirement of Regulation 10(1)(d) of the Accounts Regulations does not apply. It is my responsibility to examine the accounts as required under section 44(1)(c) of the Act and to state whether particular matters have come to my attention.

Basis of Independent examiner’s statement

My examination is carried out in accordance with Regulation 11 of the Charities Accounts (Scotland) Regulations 2006. An examination includes a review of the accounting records kept by the charity and a comparison of the accounts presented with those records. It also includes consideration of any unusual items or disclosures in the accounts and seeks explanations from the committee concerning any such matters. The procedures undertaken do not provide all the evidence that would be required in an audit, and consequently I do not express an audit opinion on the view given in the accounts.

Independent examiner’s statement

In the course of my examination, no matter has come to my attention

1. which gives me reasonable cause to believe that in any material respect the requirements:

a) to keep accounting records in accordance with Section 44(1)(a) of the 2005 Act and Regulation 4 of the 2006 Accounts Regulations, and

b) to prepare accounts which accord with the accounting records and comply with Regulation 9 of the 2006 Accounts Regulations have not been met, or

1. to which, in my opinion, attention should be drawn in order to enable a proper understanding of the accounts to be reached.

Independent examiner

Date: 26th[th] August 2025

ottish 5oriety for the History of pl￿tOgra SC033Yd8 Receipts and payments accounts l Jwyary 2024 to 311)etember 2024 2024 2023 Unrestricted Funds Restricted Funds Totsl Total Receipts Donatbns & gift aid Grants Rents Charftable actlvltles 17C()3.4 17003.4 22817.13 59,362.77 59,362.77 24315.76 Total 76366.17 7636&17 47132.89 Payments Charitable activitie5 Grant5 and donations Governance costs Indep examination 69231.08 69231.08 45485.36 69231.08 69231.08 45485.36 rplusldeficit for year 7135.09 7135.09 1647.53 Opening bank 27504.53 27504.53 25857 aosin8 bank 34639.62 34639.62 2750&53 Artual 34,629.54 Depute Chair SSHOP