Ladysmith Camera Club, Hardwick Hall, High Street at 3rd Avenue, Ladysmith, BC (2026)

Founded in 2008, the Ladysmith Camera Club exists to promote the
appreciation and sharing of all things photographic in the greater Ladysmith
area. The club meets on the 4th Tuesday of each month (except December) at
7:00pm at Hardwick Hall, High Street at 3rd Avenue, in Ladysmith. There is a guest drop-in fee of $5 for non-members. The LCC welcomes new members, novice to pro. To request more information, send an email to [email protected]

02/21/2024

What’s Coming Up!
Photographs from the past in a digital age ~ Ron McBride ~ Tuesday February 27th at 7 pm
My journey into the realm of photography commenced with a significant milestone — winning a photography calendar contest, the Hope in Shadows Calendar, in 2011. This achievement not only marked the beginning of my photographic career but also brought a tangible reward of $600. Encouraged by this success, I made a pivotal investment by purchasing my first digital camera, enabling me to embark on a visual exploration of my neighbourhood. As I continued to capture moments and scenes, my photographic collection naturally expanded, reaching a point where I felt confident enough to transition into selling my images. The process of commercialisation served as an invaluable learning experience, allowing me to quickly discern the preferences of my audience, particularly as a street photographer.

For an extended period, I immersed myself in the captivating world of street photography, honing my craft and refining my understanding of what resonated with viewers. A distinctive aspect of my approach was the innovative presentation of my work – I sold my images embedded between glass, a unique and visually engaging method. Over the years, my photography evolved organically, gradually transcending the boundaries of conventional street photography and transforming into a more artistic expression of my vision and creativity.

Join us, Tuesday, February 27, 2024 at 7:00 pm, in Hardwick Hall, High Street at 3rd Avenue in Ladysmith. Everyone welcome. Non-members $5 drop-in fee. LCC invites new members, novice to pro. www.LadysmithCameraClub.com

01/22/2024

What’s Coming Up!
Composition – Finding a Focal Point ~ Randy Hall ~ Tuesday January 23rd at 7PM

Randy Hall is a Vancouver Island photographer specializing in nature photography, whether it is capturing natural settings such as seascapes or forest landscapes or the plants and animals that inhabit this part of British Columbia. He considers himself a landscape photographer first, but also an opportunistic wildlife photographer. “My photos are my interpretation of works by a true master… Mother Nature”.

One of the challenges we face as photographers is to create an image that can stand alone, without an explanation from the photographer. Identifying a focal point, or main subject, is step one to reaching that goal. Without a definite focal point, you’re leaving the viewer to their own interpretation. In the case of vistas or some landscape images this may be desired, but most often, we’d like the viewer to see what we see. Sometimes this can be as simple as cropping so tight to the subject, there is no alternative for the viewer. Other times, we may need a little help to draw the attention to the subject as we see it.

There are several ways to make this happen, but I will present some of the methods I use. Considerations that I make before I even set up to press the shutter. I am a believer in the use of post processing where needed, but it’s best to have a plan when you still have the camera in hand…even earlier if possible. As with anything, there are many ways to achieve the same thing, so this is meant more to raise awareness to options, rather than teach you how to reach the final goal.

Join us, Tuesday, January 23, 2024 at 7:00pm, in Hardwick Hall, High Street at 3rd Avenue in Ladysmith. Everyone welcome. Non-members $5 drop-in fee. LCC invites new members, novice to pro. www.LadysmithCameraClub.com

11/13/2023

What’s Coming Up!
The Heart of the Photograph ~ David duChemin ~ Tuesday November 28th at 7pm

A compelling photograph is more than visual. It’s visceral. We don’t only see it, we feel it. It’s more than just focusing our lenses, it’s also focusing the attention of those who will experience our photographs. Great gear helps, but what about the other tools? What about juxtaposition and mystery, story, mood, depth, and energy? What about the power of a great moment? And when it comes to gear, is it enough that we have all the tools, like great optics, or should we be developing a sensitivity to the unique ways in which different focal lengths amplify the feeling of a scene when used well?

The Heart of the Photograph is an inspiring video presentation about these very ideas, and it will change the way you make your photographs and reignite the spark if it has cooled off.

Photographer and best-selling author David duChemin has taught this amazing craft on all seven continents, and has appeared on stages for companies like Amazon and Apple to teach the human side of this craft. With over 35 years experience making photographs, his calling is to help photographers make photographs that are more than just sharp and well-exposed. David teaches how to make photographs that light a spark in people, that communicate clearly, that captivate imaginations and grab the attention and hearts of the people who will see them. As an international workshop leader and author of best-selling books like “Within The Frame” and “The Soul of the Camera” (both published in over a dozen languages), he’s taught students this incredible craft on all seven continents. David’s lecture will inspire you to go deeper with your craft and find greater joy—and freedom!—in the exploration of your vision.

Join us, Tuesday, November 28, 2023 at 7:00pm, in Hardwick Hall, High Street at 3rd Avenue in Ladysmith. Everyone welcome. Non-members $5 drop-in fee. LCC invites new members, novice to pro. www.LadysmithCameraClub.com

09/26/2023

What’s Coming Up!
Why Black and White? ~ Cole Thompson ~ Tuesday September 26th at 7pm
Yes, the title is “Why Black and White?” but the presentation’s real message is much bigger than B&W…it’s about Vision.

In about 75 minutes, Cole Thompson will make the case that Black and White is the perfect medium for any subject…except for one. Cole will show work from his various portfolios including:

The Ghosts of Auschwitz-Birkenau, Harbinger, Ceiling Lamps, Moai, Sitting for Portrait, The Lone Man, Negative Intersections, And others

Interspersed between the images Cole will share his photographic philosophies, such as:

Never listen to others, Photographic Celibacy, Coles Rule of Thirds, Equipment is overrated, Vision is the most important tool in my toolbox, And many others!

Cole Thompson is uniquely unqualified to speak on photography.

“I’ve never taken a photography class or a workshop. I don’t have a degree in art. I’ve never worked as a photographer. I don’t have gallery representation. I’m not a Canon Explorer of Light. And I only have three lenses and none of them are primes.

Do I have any qualifications?

Just one…my images. Nothing else matters.”

At the end of his presentation Cole will answer questions and give away a print of The Angel Gabriel.

Join us, Tuesday, September 26, 2023 at 7:00pm, in Hardwick Hall, High Street at 3rd Avenue in Ladysmith. Everyone welcome. Non-members $5 drop-in fee. LCC invites new members, novice to pro. www.LadysmithCameraClub.com

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Hardwick Hall, High Street At 3rd Avenue
Ladysmith, BC

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7pm - 9pm

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http://ladysmithcameraclub.com/

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