Our area consists of beautiful natural surroundings, and this is showcased through pictures submitted to South Wales Guardian Camera Club.

With 728 members, we can always rely on our community to capture lovely photos across Ammanford, Amman Valley, Towy Valley, Gwendraeth Valley and Swansea Valley.

Here is a selection of our favourite pictures this week.

Ammanford Park on an autumn evening.Ammanford Park on an autumn evening. (Image: Lucinda-Marie Daniel)A male crossbill spotted in the trees at Llyn Llech Owain.A male crossbill spotted in the trees at Llyn Llech Owain. (Image: Geraint Owain Price)

Early autumn grasses on the banks of Loughor river, Pontarddulais.Early autumn grasses on the banks of Loughor river, Pontarddulais. (Image: Brian Lloyd)A rainbow appears over Dinefwr Park.A rainbow appears over Dinefwr Park. (Image: Julie Harries)A rainbow lights up the sky in Lower Brynamman.A rainbow lights up the sky in Lower Brynamman. (Image: Karen Berry)The Black Mountain sits in the background below cloudy skies.The Black Mountain sits in the background below cloudy skies. (Image: Carl Williams)

A view from the stunning Black Mountains. A view from the stunning Black Mountains. (Image: Huw Evans)

To join South Wales Guardian Camera Club and have your photos featured, check out the group on Facebook.