Ep 7. The Art of Photography
- December 17, 1973
- 27 min
The show Last of the Summer Wine season 1 episode 7, named The Art of Photography, is a comedic and heartwarming episode centered around the characters' attempts at mastering the art of photography.
The episode begins with the trio of friends, Compo, Clegg, and Blamire, discussing the many uses and advantages of photography. Compo and Clegg, in particular, are eager to master the craft and decide to purchase cameras. However, they quickly realize that their lack of experience and knowledge makes taking good photos much more difficult than they anticipated.
Meanwhile, their friend Blamire, who considers himself an experienced photographer, decides to take the opportunity to display his skills and begins coaching Compo and Clegg. However, his methods are unconventional and often lead to hilarious results.
Throughout the episode, the three friends embark on various comedic mishaps while attempting to take their perfect shot, including accidentally taking photos of each other's bottoms and even getting into a scuffle with a bull. The episode showcases the true friendship between the trio, and despite their differences, they always manage to work together to get out of trouble.
The Art of Photography also examines themes of self-expression and creativity. All three characters use their cameras as a way to capture the beauty around them in their unique ways. Blamire uses his camera as a way to capture the beauty of the natural world, Compo uses his to take cheeky photos of unsuspecting passersby, and Clegg uses his to capture the mundane objects around him in a new and interesting light.
Overall, The Art of Photography is another delightful episode of Last of the Summer Wine. It is a lighthearted and amusing look at the joy and frustration of mastering a new skill while also exploring the characters' individuality and creativity. Fans of the show will not be disappointed with this episode's witty humor and lovable characters.