Welcome to the Livermore Valley Camera Club
The Livermore Valley Camera Club (LVCC) was established in 1958 so that photographers
of all levels could meet to share their images, learn from each other, and take
part in a range of photo-related activities. We share a desire to interpret the
world around us in images and to help each other become better photographers. One
of our fundamental activities is showing our images at the club in a friendly competition
and listening to critiques from experienced judges. Doing so is a way to be recognized
for our work and an opportunity to continue learning about how to make better images.
The goal of the club is to promote excellence in photography. The emphasis is on
camaraderie, enjoying other people’s work, and sharing stories and techniques. If
you have always enjoyed taking pictures or admired others’ photographs, the camera
club is a great place to share your work, meet others who enjoy photography, and
expand your knowledge and experience.
The club is based primarily on the guidelines set up by the
Northern California Council of Camera Clubs (N4C), of which LVCC is a member.
N4C is a federation of fourteen camera clubs located in the Greater Bay Area. The
club also sponsors an annual beginner photography class through the Livermore Area
Recreation & Park District (LARPD), conducts a number of photo field trips during
the year, and incorporates tutorials into its meetings.
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 and Where
We are currently conducting meetings in a hybrid format. One may attend virtually via Zoom or in person at our physical meeting (see below). Members and guests will receive information regarding the hybrid meetings via email.
For a guest invitation to the next meeting, make a request to our Webmaster HERE.
Currently scheduled meetings for 2025 are:
| Monday |
January 06 |
Zoom & In-person |
| Friday |
January 24 |
Zoom & In-person |
| Monday |
February 03 |
Zoom & In-person |
| Friday |
February 21 |
Zoom & In-person |
| Monday |
March 03 |
Zoom & In-person |
| Monday |
March 17 |
Zoom & In-person |
| Monday |
April 07 |
Zoom & In-person |
| Monday |
April 21 |
Zoom & In-person |
| Monday |
May 05 |
Zoom & In-person |
| Monday |
May 19 |
Zoom & In-person |
| Monday |
June 02 |
Zoom & In-person |
| Monday |
June 16 |
Zoom & In-person |
| Monday |
July 07 |
Zoom & In-person |
| Monday |
July 21 |
Zoom & In-person |
| Monday |
August 05 |
Zoom & In-person |
| Monday |
August 18 |
Zoom & In-person |
| Friday |
September 05 |
Zoom & In-person |
| Monday |
September 15 |
Zoom & In-person |
| Monday |
October 06 |
Zoom & In-person |
| Monday |
October 20 |
Zoom & In-person |
| Monday |
November 03 |
Zoom & In-person |
| Monday |
November 17 |
Zoom & In-person |
Meeting Locations
Physical meetings are being held at:
5690 Sonoma Drive, Pleasanton
– Parking is available at the back of the building.
Normally
The Livermore Valley Camera Club meets twice a month, usually on the first and third Monday. There are no scheduled meetings in December.
Meetings start promptly at 7 p.m.. Guests are always welcome and encouraged
to participate. Meetings typically last about two hours.
Holidays and events scheduled by our host can preempt Monday meetings. In this case, the meeting is rescheduled to the following Friday.
On any month with a fifth Monday, we may have a non-competitive Program Night. These
are tutorials/workshops on photography-related topics such as taking nature and
sports photos, portraits with studio lighting, using Photoshop, and matting prints.
How To Join
To apply for club membership, click HERE. You will be taken to a page titled Create a Login Account. Follow the instructions. You should get a response to your application within a few days, but it could be longer depending on the availability of our membership officers. You will also be asked to submit electronically a sample of your photography (approximately ten images). Your account will be activated as soon as you pay the club dues.
Membership dues are $60 per year. Additional family member are $30 per year. Our membership period runs from March 1 to the end of February the following year.
After August, dues are pro rated to reflect time remaining on the membership period (March 1 to February 28).
Membership includes access to all club activities including monthly competitions and field trips.