Welcome to West Oakland Camera Club. The main purpose of our club is to advance the photographic abilities of our members by sharing knowledge and techniques. Our meetings are always open to the public and we hope you will join us.
Our members also enjoy sharing their images in a relaxed and casual atmosphere. West Oakland has been in existence for over 40 years and we are affiliated with the Greater Detroit Camera Club Council (GDCCC).
Mike Whear - President
Ann McCutcheon - Vice President
Linda Andress - Treasurer
New Hudson United Methodist Church
56730 Grand River Ave.
New Hudson, MI 48165
The club meets on the 2nd and 4th Thursday of each month at 7:30 PM (except for November and December when we only meet on the 2nd Thursday of the month). The first meeting of the month is a digital competition. We compete in 5 categories: nature, color, monochrome, creative, and an assignment which changes by month. We divide the photographers into 4 levels "Beginner”, “Intermediate”, Advanced” and “Master”. (You will select the level you will compete in for each of the competition categories and then advance based on the points you earn. This allows both new and advanced photographers to compete against those with similar skills).
During the second meeting of the month a club member (or invited guest speaker) will often present an informative program on a variety of photographic topics. Sometimes, we also have print competitions on this night. Photographers and grouped into different levels there too.
To further enhance your photographic skills visit our Photography 101 page. We also have links to other sites with photography tip and information.
Please note that members are not required to compete so don't let the competitions keep you away. If you enjoy viewing dazzling images, if you like taking pictures, if you want to improve your photography skills, if you like ideas on when and where to shoot or if you'd like to meet some down to earth folks who share your interests, please stop by.
If you'd like to become a member, look for Jerry Jordan or Linda Andress for information at the next meeting, pay your dues ($30 per member per year or $15 for the balance of the year if you join after June 30th) and pick up a club brochure.
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We look forward to meeting you.