Mr Demeye took out first place in eight of the club's nine categories, but insisted his success came as a surprise.

"There were lots of great entries... it's fair to say the competition was pretty fierce," he said.

"I happened to just inch my way to a few wins which was pretty exciting."

Mr Demeye's works will now go on to a number of competitions, including one run by the Amateur Photographic Association of Victoria.

He told The Courier his works are worthy of more success.

"I'd like to think I stand a chance, you've always got to hold on hope. All you need is one judge like your work."

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