The Livermore Valley Camera Club (LVCC) was established in 1958 as a place for beginners and experienced photographers alike to come and share the joys of photography; with the goal to promote excellence in photography. The emphasis in the club is camaraderie, enjoying other people's work, sharing stories and techniques. If you have always enjoyed taking pictures or admired other's photographs, the camera club is a great place to share your work, meet others who enjoy photography and expand your knowledge and experience in the wonderful world of photography.
The club is based primarily on the guidelines set up by the Northern California Council of Camera Clubs (N4C) of which Livermore is a member. N4C is a federation of fourteen camera clubs located in the Greater Bay Area. Meetings focus on monthly competitions critiqued by outside judges where members compete against other members of like abilities. The judges provide helpful hints and offer suggestions on how to make an image stronger. Our club has an equal balance of those who enjoy competition, as a means of improving their photographic skills; and those that participate to enjoy learning and interacting with other photographers. The club sponsors an annual beginner photography class through the Livermore Parks and Recreation department and also conducts a number of photo field trips during the year.
Please join us! Guests are always welcome.
And when you do show up for that first meeting, don't be shy.... introduce yourself, ask questions and by all means, bring in some of your work. We'll be glad to have you.
When
First and Third Monday of the Month
7:30pm
The Livermore Valley Camera Club meets twice a month, on the first and third Monday (excluding holidays); and except for December when there are no scheduled meetings. The meetings start promptly at 7:30pm, and members are asked to arrive by 7:15pm to allow time to enter and organize the images for the nightly competition. This is also a great time to converse with fellow members - guests are always welcome and encouraged to participate. Refreshments are usually available during the break between print and projected-image competition. Meetings typically last about two to three hours.
Fifth Monday of the Month
7:30pm
On any month with five Mondays, we have a non-competitive Program Nights. These are workshops on photography related topics such as matting prints and using Photoshop. Please check with the schedule for specific dates and subject matter.
Where
Dublin San Ramon Service District Main Office
7051 Dublin Blvd, Dublin, California
Direction From HWY 580:
Take the Hopyard Avenue exit in Pleasanton.
Exit the freeway and travel NORTH on Hopyard (which turns into Doherty Road).
Make a left on Dublin Blvd heading west towards Dublin.
Turn into the parking lot for the Service District offices, just before Big "O" Tires
(it's the one with the blue roof).
Use the entrance door in on the Southwest corner of the building.
How Much
Club Dues and Membership are $25 per year. Additional family members are $5.
After June, dues are pro rated to reflect time remaining in the year. The club operates on an annual basis following a calendar year.
Membership includes access to all club activities including monthly competitions and field trips. Guests may attend and submit work for critique for up to 3 months before dues are payable.