"Our purpose is to provide a way for Orangeville and area photo enthusiasts of all skill levels to meet, share their passion for photography and have fun. The sharing of knowledge and experience between members is promoted as a way for all members to improve their skills and get new ideas, with special attention paid to the needs of less experienced members."
Vice President - Craig Bell
Earl Hiller formed the Orangeville Camera Club in 1982. Earl was an avid horticulturist who had won many honours with his championship roses. Not content with winter inactivity, he decided to learn photography so that he could enjoy his roses year round. With the help of John Crewson and Jack Bright, he gathered together a nucleus of local amateur photographers and thus started it all.
Today, the Orangeville Camera Club consists of a group of enthusiastic members. Regular meetings are held on the third Tuesday of each month commencing at 7:00 p.m. in the "Millrace Room" of "The Alton Mill", 1402 Queen St. West, Alton.
- To foster and promote photography
- To encourage all skill levels
- To demonstrate a rewarding hobby and pastime for Orangeville and area residents
- To share photographic knowledge and experiences
- To provide instruction and assistance to inexperienced photographers
- To support community activities
- To enjoy nature and preserve our environment and our heritage
The Orangeville Camera Club is a member of the Greater Toronto Council Of Camera Clubs (GTCCC).
- Brampton Photo Group
- Fergus Camera Club
- Grand River Imaging & Photographic Society
- Halton Hills Camera Club
- Highland Glen Camera Club
- Stratford Camera Club
Membership with the Orangeville Camera Club is open to photographers of all interests and experience levels, with the objective of meeting with people who share a common interest in photography.
Membership fees are minimal, the camaraderie great and the atmosphere relaxed and friendly. The club is run by unpaid elected members.
We are always looking for new members and, visitors are equally welcome. You are invited to attend and "check us out". Maybe we have something in common.
The Orangeville Camera Club Fiscal Year runs from September 1st of the current year to August 31st of the following year. Annual membership dues are as follows:
- Student Membership $15.00 per year
- Individual Membership $45.00 per year
- Family (of 2) Membership $55.00 per year
- Additional family members @ $5.00 each per year
- Membership dues are pro-rated (at $4.50 for each remaining meeting in the Fiscal Year) for those joining later in the year.
Meetings will include workshops, print and slide clinics, print and slide shows, club and interclub competitions, lectures, travelogues, technical advice and a variety of photography related activities. Most of all there is always opportunities for interesting conversations with other photography enthusiasts.
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Here are some more advantages:
- Learn about what makes an exceptional photograph
- Improve your "batting average" of good pictures
- Enjoy viewing winning pictures and slides from other clubs
- Meet people who share the same interests and hobby
- Watch your pictures become winners, too
Membership application forms are available online in PDF format or at regular club meetings. Please bring all completed forms to the next meeting.
- Club Brochure (Brochure under revision)
- Membership Form (101K pdf)
- Map to Club Meetings (14K pdf)
The Orangeville Camera Club has regular meetings held on the 3rd Tuesday of each month, in the "Millrace Room" of "The Alton Mill". There is lots of free parking.
The Orangeville Camera Club members all hope you come out and share your experiences in photography. Refreshments are available.
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Location:
- "Millrace Room" of "The Alton Mill",
- 1402 Queen St. West,
- Alton.
- Map to Club Meetings
(pdf version)
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Time:
- Doors open at 7:00 p.m.
- Meetings will start at 7:30 p.m.
Orangeville Camera Club Officers: Request General Club Information
- President - Craig Bell - Contact President
- Vice-President - Martin Lamprecht
- Past President - Steve Noseworthy
- Treasurer - Barbara-Anne Frost
- Programme Chair - Steve Noseworthy - Contact Programme/Excursion Chair
- Competitions Chair - Jeff Stephenson
- Excursion Chair - Steve Noseworthy - Contact Programme/Excursion Chair
- Membership Chair - Judy Zarowny - Request Membership Information
- GTCCC Liason - Johan Koeslag
- Information & Education - Rosemary Hasner
- Webmaster - Mike Kristjanson - Contact Webmaster
- Community Contact Chair - Lisa Gillis
- Member at Large - Leah Hill
Orangeville Camera Club Officers are unpaid volunteers, elected by the membership for a one-year term at the Annual Business Meeting held in May of each year.
