- 2008 (21st August) was the formation of the Bay and Basin Camera Club and held meetings at the President's house.
- We wanted the group to be informal and fun; to get our cameras off auto; to learn a bit more about photo enhancing computer techniques; to get inspiration from others; to learn more about our cameras; to have a theme each month to photograph; to bring our photos to the meeting to have friendly critiques; to invite guest speakers on aspects of photography; to go out together for photo shoots and, in general, improve our photography.
BEECROFT CAMERA CLUB
Saturday 15th April 1911
The Cumberland Argus Argus and Fruitgrowers Advocate (Parramatta NSW)
Photography — On Tuesday, an amateur camera club was formed at Beecroft in connection with the Presbyterian Church. The following officers were elected: President Rev. A.M. Ogilvie; secretary, Mr J. Lawrie, committee, Misses Hartwell and Gilbert and Messrs. Hawkins, R. Forsyth and Robinson. It was decided to hold meetings monthly, with occasional demonstrations and lectures on various photographic processes. Arrangements were made to hold a club outing on Easter Monday up the Lane Cove River.
BLACKTOWN CITY PHOTOGRAPHIC CLUB
1980 was the formation of the Blacktown City Photographic Club and held meetings at the Blacktown Showground.
1986 the Blacktown City Photographic Club moved to a Community Cottage at Doonside.
1988 the Blacktown City Photographic Club organized the Federation of Camera Clubs NSW Inter-club which was recognized as a Bicentennial event.
BLACKTOWN CAMERA CLUB
Thursday 22nd December 1960
The Cumberland Argus (Parramatta NSW)
Associated with the art exhibition at the Nepean Summer Festival was an exhibition of photography, in which both black and white and color photographs of outstanding quality were shown. Besides entries from local camera enthusiasts, displays were received from the following camera clubs: Blacktown, Mosman, Springwood and Y.M.C.A. In the competition held in conjunction with the exhibition, black and white open championship was won by B. Mutze, of the Springwood Camera Club, with a shot called "Lunar Landscape". The interesting effect was gained by "turning up" a photograph of a stairway on the Faulconbridge water tower. Second in this class was "Gathering Storm", by Keith Musgrave also of the Springwood Camera Club. This photographer also took out third prize. The black and white landscape championship was won by Keith Musgrave, with J. Spieteri, of Y.M.C.A., second. First prize for the black and white portrait went to B. Mutze.
SLIDES
J. Porter, Y.M.C.A. won first prize for slides with an excellent shot, "Sand Patterns", taken at the Nepean River, Yarramundi. An interesting entry taken at the engineering exhibition won second prize for B. Mutze and third went to F. Denley, Y.M.C.A. B. Mutze's photograph of ice floating on a pool in Blackheath's park was highly commended.
Wednesday 26th July 1961
The Cumberland Argus (Parramatta NSW)
Some of the best efforts of the Parramatta district's amateur photographers were exhibited in a competition organized recently by the Parramatta Camera Club in the East Parramatta Progress Hall, Parramatta. Mr H. Mallard, of the Federation of Camera Clubs of N.S.W., judged entries. Wentworthville and Blacktown camera clubs contributed thirty black and white prints and thirty color slides.
Wednesday 14th February 1962
The Cumberland Argus (Parramatta NSW)
An enthusiastic husband and wife team travels from Concord to help conduct Blacktown Camera Club. They are Mr and Mrs G. Pughe, who hold the positions of club president and secretary respectively. "We don't mind traveling out to Blacktown because the camera club always seems to be doing some thing", Mrs. Pughe told the Argus.
The club's next important outing will be on Sunday 18th February, when members will travel via Mt. Keira to Shellharbour and Kiama. Cars will leave from the corner of Wallgrove Road and Western Highway, Blacktown, at 8am. Blacktown follows the custom of most camera clubs by conducting a monthly competition. Points awarded in the competitions are totaled at the end of each year and a trophy is presented to the highest point-scorer.
Next competition night will be on 6th March in the committee room at Blacktown Bowling Centre. The subject will be birds — either in cages or their natural environment. Mrs Pughe said the recent competition for night photography, using available light, produced some interesting and in many cases, outstanding entries from club members. Two photographers traveled into Sydney to look for suitable subjects. Prospective new members should contact Mr and Mrs Pughe at UF 2328.
DUBBO CAMERA CLUB
The original Dubbo Camera Club was formed on Thursday 29th March 1917.
Tuesday 27th March 1917
Dubbo Liberal and Macquarie Advocate
All persons interested in the formation of a Camera Club in Dubbo are requested to attend a meeting at the Railway Institute rooms, Talbragar Street, on Thursday evening.
Friday 30th March 1917
Dubbo Liberal and Macquarie Advocate
A meeting of those interested in the formation of a Camera Club brought together a number of enthusiasts in the art of amateur photography in the reading room of the Railway and Tramway Institute on Thursday night, Mr. E. Ramus, President of the Railway Picnic Committee, was voted to the chair and in opening the meeting briefly announced the object of the gathering. The club would be run in connection with the Railway Institute, although it would not be confined to the members of that body. It should lead to social intercourse and would probably promote many enjoyable outings for members. Mr D.B. Thomson moved that the name of the club be the New South Wales Railway and Tramway Camera Club. This was seconded by Mr R.D. Harris and carried.
All those present handed in their names and the following officers were then appointed: Patron, Mr. Edmund Milne, Assistant Railway Commissioner, President, Mr E. Ramus; Vice-Presidents, Messrs. F. Lyle and R.D. Harris; Treasurer and Secretary, Mr J. Tull; Committee, Messrs. Ramus, Harris, Lyle, Weber, G. Simpson, V.B.J. Lesina, D. Bain, R. England, J.H. Campbell, R.M. Dickson, J. Tull and D.B. Thomson, with power to add.
A sub-committee, consisting of Messrs. Thomson, Harris and Lesina and the President and Secretary, was appointed to frame draft rules for the conduct of the club and make provision for the amount of the annual subscription to be charged for membership. It was decided to meet regularly on the last Monday in each month. It was decided, on the motion of Messrs. Simpson and Thomson, to put in a non-competitive exhibit at the coming Railway Institute Educational Exhibition. Mr Thomson offered to donate two prizes of half-a-guinea each for a bird's-eye or panoramic view of the town of Dubbo, to be taken by a member of the club. The donation was accepted and Mr. Thomson thanked for his generous offer. The Chairman, in closing the meeting, offered to give a lecture on photography for half an hour on the 16th April. He thought that they had got things moving along on right lines now and the future promised well.
Monday 2nd April 1917
Leader, Orange NSW
Commissioner E. Milne has been elected president of the Dubbo Railway Camera Club just formed. One wonders why it is that a club of this nature does not obtain in Orange, where amateur photography forms one of the chief pastimes amongst our young folk.
Friday 11th May 1917
Dubbo Liberal and Macquarie Advocate
At a largely attended meeting of the Dubbo Camera Club, held at the Railway Institute rooms, Mr. E. Ramus (President) delivered a most instructive lecture on general photography. This was much appreciated by the large number of members of the Club present. The pupils of the local High School have been invited to attend at the Institute rooms on Monday night next, when a demonstration in developing will be given. The members of the Club are also requested to be present.
Friday 18th May 1917
Dubbo Liberal and Macquarie Advocate
SNAPSHOTS FROM HOME LEAGUE Y.M.C.A.
Recently Mr Arthur Landon, organizing secretary for the Y.M.C.A. SNAPSHOTS League, visited Dubbo and arranged with the local Camera Club to start a branch of the League here. This was done. The objects of the League are to provide snapshots of the relatives, the home life, etc., of the boys fighting at the front. Application is made through the Y.M.C.A. overseas and the various branches throughout the world undertake to provide their snapshots free of charge. We would appeal to camera enthusiasts to join this League and assist in the good work. Mr G.W.J. Tull is the local Secretary of the branch.
Friday 18th May 1917
Dubbo Liberal and Macquarie Advocate
A special meeting of the Dubbo Camera Club was held in the Railway Institute on Tuesday night, when there were present: President E. Ramus (in the chair) and Messrs Campbell, Bain, Simpson, England, Rusden, Dickson, Tull (Secretary Lesina and Thomson. Apologies for absence were received from Misses Ison and Sears and Mr Harris. The principal business of the meeting was a lecture and demonstration by Mr G.C. Simpson on developing plates and papers. Two plates that were exposed last Sunday were developed and the lecturer explained his process throughout and the materials used. Two prints were then taken on gaslight paper and developed in a similar manner. The demonstration was followed with keen interest and at the close a hearty vote of thanks was accorded the lecturer. This is the first of a series of further practical demonstrations. The chairman announced that through present members he would be pleased to gather in other students of photography, the Club being open to all.
Saturday 10th February 1940
Dubbo Liberal and Macquarie Advocate
A preliminary meeting to form a Camera Club in Dubbo will be held at the Court House Hotel on Wednesday night next. All amateur photographers interested in the formation of such a club are asked to get in touch with Mr H. Jones, 34 Myall Street, Mr E. McGlynn (phone 50), or Mr H. Myers, Talbragar Street.
Thursday 15th February 1940
Dubbo Liberal and Macquarie Advocate
FORMATION AT DUBBO
There was a good attendance last night at the meeting to discuss the formation at Dubbo of a Camera Club. Mr. H. Jones presided and explained what had been done to organize those who were interested in photography and its encouragement in the district. It was decided that a club be formed, the name chosen being the Dubbo and Western Camera Club.
Officers elected were: President, Mr H. Jones; Vice-Presidents, Messrs; H. Errey (store work section), M.M. Mitchell (motion section); Hon.Secretary and Hon.Treasurer, Mr E. McGlynn; Librarian, Mr H. Myers.
A decision was reached to hold competitions and to enter a section in the forthcoming Dubbo Show. The president explained that the objects of the new organization were to increase the knowledge of photography, to interest more in the art, to foster exhibitions and contests and to hold demonstrations and contests whenever possible.
Thursday 25th April 1940
Dubbo Liberal and Macquarie Advocate
Dubbo P.A. and H. Association - Agricultural Show. The photographic classes in the pavilion this year were better than usual and some exceptionally fine studies were entered. Noted was an exhibit from the recently formed Dubbo and Western Camera Club. J.P. Carney's entries were outstanding.
HENRY LAWSON CAMERA CLUB
- Penrith District Camera Club was formed in 1967.
- The foundation President was Mr Ron Fisher.
- 1970 they were requested to organize and conduct the photographic section of the Penrith Show.
- 1972 changed the name to the Henry Lawson Camera Club.
- 1986 changed the name to the Penrith Photographic Society.
- 1987 to 1993 they organized and conducted the Penrith National Exhibition of Photography.
- 4th June 1990 changed the name to the Henry Lawson Camera Club.
- Hornsby Heights Camera Club was started in 1978 by a half a dozen people interested in photography. The club began to meet in a private home in Hornsby Heights and after a few years joined the Federation of Camera Clubs of NSW and began to advertise to gain more members.
- The club met for a time in a couple of homes in Hornsby and Hornsby Heights and now meets at the Mount Colah Community Centre, Pierre Close, Mt Colah. With the closure of Wahroonga Camera Club many of their members joined Hornsby Heights Club. This strengthened the club in both numbers and quality.
- The advent of digital photography has revived the Black & White Section and increased the interest in the Color Print Section and we now have a digital projected image section.
left to right: Logo, December 2018 and 2015 Logo
- Established in 2015
- Foundation President - John Alessi
- New logo design, December 2018
- 10th November 1977 was reformed by a group of enthusiasts.
- Established in 1970
- Originally the Lane Cove Camera Club.
- To foster creativity in photography
- To encourage excellence in photography
- The type of equipment used by members is irrelevant, so long as they have an interest in photography. Pinhole cameras, smartphone cameras, point and shoot cameras, DSLR cameras, and any camera we may have forgot to mention are all perfectly acceptable. There is no preference towards digital or film media.
MAITLAND CAMERA CLUB
- The club was established in July 1959 during a meeting convened by the late Mr Athel D'Ombrain.
- The meeting was held at the Maitland City Library and it was decided to run competitions in black and white and color photos and movies.
- The movies were not popular and were abandoned before the Club had a second meeting.
NEPEAN CAMERA CLUB
Thursday 16th April 1959
Nepean Times (Penrith NSW)
Nepean Camera Club held the model night at DuVal Studios last week. There was a large attendance of members, males predominating and many films and color reels were used. Membership in the club is increasing and we have a few enthusiasts who travel long distances to be present. Next meeting is a general one, at the Ex-Navalmen's Hall on Tuesday next. Supper will be served by the ladies committee after the meeting.
NORTH SYDNEY LEAGUES PHOTOGRAPHIC SOCIETY
- Established on the 14th February 1966 and the first meeting was held on the 17th March 1966, where a committee was formed.
- The first lecture by Mr Lionel Howes of St George Leagues Camera Club.
- 2006 they celebrated their 40th Anniversary.
ORANGE CAMERA CLUB
- 1st February 1913 - Leader (Orange NSW)
- That steps are being taken to form a camera club in Orange and several of the leading amateur photographers are keen on starting at once. A meeting is shortly to be called with that end in view.
- That there is plenty of scope for camera manipulators in and around Orange and the many beauty spots should afford pleasant recreation in transferring them to paper. An amateur photographic exhibition in the near future may be looked on as a certainty.
- 2nd April 1917 - from the Leader from Orange NSW
- Commissioner E. Milne has been elected president of the Dubbo Railway Camera Club just formed. One wonders why it is that a club of this nature does not obtain in Orange, where amateur photography forms one of the chief pastimes amongst our young folk.
- The Orange Camera Club was formed in 1957 as a predominantly slide (transparency) club. This was some years after a previous B&W print club had closed.
- As in any organization that exists for a long time there are periods of great achievement as well as periods of struggle. After being recognized on the 1960's as one of the strongest clubs, the Orange Camera Club went into decline both in numbers and standard of photography. Through the 1980's the club gradually recovered to its previous standards and gained a stronger membership.
- Originally the club was recognized for its Pictorial and Experimental photography, with Nature somewhat secondary, even though Ron Warnock was active in the Nature field. In the late 1990's had a reputation for Natural History and Pictorial photography, with the Experimental in the hands of one photographer. Whilst slides remained strong, small commercial prints were popular, as were Monochrome and Color prints.
- The club is active in the promotion of photography, each year they conduct the Photography section of the Orange Show.
- Towards the end of 1996, the Club took part in the 150 year Celebration of Orange by mounting an exhibition of Monochrome and Color prints entitled "Orange, Our City" in the Orange Regional Gallery.
- Close links are maintained with the Western Districts Association of Camera Clubs and the Robert Parkes Inter-club Competition which is between the Orange Camera Club, Bathurst Camera Club and the Blayney Camera Club.
- In 1997 the Orange Camera Club celebrated their 40th Anniversary by holding a weekend seminar. The lecturers were Mr Ian Bock and Mr Peter Hunter both from Melbourne Victoria, the third lecturer was Ms Jennifer Horsnell from Wagga Wagga NSW, who is a very successful International exhibitor in the Nature and Open categories.
PENRITH SCHOOL of ARTS CAMERA CLUB
- 1912 - A Camera Club has been formed at Penrith in connection with the local School of Arts.
- The membership fee being 1 shilling entrance and 1 shilling per quarter.
- 1913 10th June: illustrated lecture by Judge Docker, subject "Egypt and Palestine".
- 1913 2nd September the first Annual General Meeting.
- 1913 30th October: illustrated lecture by Judge Docker, subject "Through Sunny Italy". It will be illustrated with Lantern slides from Judge Docker's own magnificent collection.
1912 Committee
Inaugural President
Mr J. Simpson
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PITTWATER CAMERA CLUB
Pittwater Camera Club Inc began in 1966 when Did & Charles Usher placed an advertisement in the Manly Daily for photographers interested in forming a Camera Club. The first to reply was Jim Mullens so Pittwater Camera club was formed.
The first meeting was at Did & Charles Usher’s home in late November 1966. They provided this venue to promote interest in photography. It wasn’t until 1973 the Club moved to the Presbyterian Hall in Barrenjoey Rd, Mona Vale because the number of members had grown. Other venues were the Mona Vale Bus Depot & Loquat Valley School. We now meet at our lovely venue BYRA Pittwater Rd., Bayview.
Pittwater Camera Club in those days were affiliated with the Federation of Camera Clubs and entered interclubs, Top Shot and the Brookvale Show. They were able to improve their photography much as we do now. They had many now famous photographers as judges - Lionel Howes, Winifred Schmidt and Les Barnet (Department of Education Photography) listed by USA authorities as among Worlds Top Photographers. We are still affiliated with FCC and members enter Topshot and other competitions.
Charles Usher was President then Patron until 1985. Jim Mullens was made an honorary life member early 80’s. Jim at that stage gained his AFIAP and was awarded The Leo Whittle Sportsman Photographer of the Year for his services to photography.
The club has now embraced the Digital era and our members come from a wide range of backgrounds and have varied photographic interests ranging from Creative photography to Landscape and Portraiture to name just a few. We endeavor to cater to all these interests by providing training and encouragement to all members.
In 2006 they celebrated their 40th Anniversary.
PORT HACKING CAMERA CLUB
LIFE MEMBERSHIP
The club’s longevity is largely due to the support of its membership and the special efforts of individual members, five of whom have been recognized with life membership
MIKE FAULKNER, WARREN GRAY, MRS. EILEEN MENZIES, R. MILLS, CHARLES WATKINS
The Port Hacking Camera Club, situated in the Sutherland Shire, has been providing a forum for photographers for more than fifty years.
Founded in 1953 by a small group of camera enthusiasts and originally based in Caringbah, the club was first known as the Caringbah Photographic Society.
Having commenced with a group of seven in 1953 the club grew ten-fold after only two years.
In 1965 the club moved to premises at the Cronulla School of Arts and changed its name to reflect the new location.
Whilst decades on, there have been considerable technological changes in photography and fluctuations in membership, Port Hacking Camera Club continues to maintain its original purpose and syllabus objectives.
The club's longevity is largely due to the support of its membership and the special efforts of individual members, five of whom have been recognized with life membership.
In 2003 they celebrated their 50th Anniversary.
PORT KEMBLA PHOTOGRAPHIC CLUB
Friday 15th August 1919
The Illawarra Mercury (Wollongong, NSW)
A very strong photographic club has been formed at Port Kembla, with Mr A. Cumming as Hon.Secretary and Mr P. Harvey Hon.Treasurer. It is the intention of the club to meet every month for the purpose of discussing photography work and to also impart instruction to those who wish to join the club. The next meeting will be held on the 27th inst., when the use of the camera will be discussed.
Friday 23rd April 1920
The Illawarra Mercury (Wollongong, NSW)
The Port Kembla Photographic Club under the guidance of Messrs. Harvey and Cumming about 10 camera 'fiends', made an expedition to Allen's creek on Sunday morning. Several snaps were taken by each member of the party and the results in many cases were excellent.
RAILWAY CAMERA CLUB
Thursday 30th September 1897
Evening News (Sydney, NSW)
The Railway and Tramway Camera Club held their annual show of the work of the year in the Railway Institute, Devonshire Street, on Tuesday evening. It was estimated that there were about 300 views on exhibition. The competition for an annual medal was won by Mr T. Marsh.
Mr A.E. Dykes, the Institute librarian, gave a lantern entertainment, when about 100 slides, the work of the members of the club, was shown. A good musical program was rendered, the contributors being Misses Melville, F. Powers, Havard, Robin, Watson, M. Powers and Messrs. Montgomery, Finlay and Master Havard. There was a large attendance.
SHOALHAVEN PHOTOGRAPHIC CLUB
- Established 1980
- The inaugural meeting of the photographic club was held approximately 30 years ago. From a small initial group, our membership has grown significantly. The club caters for the enthusiastic photographer. Members range from beginners to keen amateurs and professionals. Everyone is more than willing to share experience and insight. Regular workshops and assessments encourage and develop knowledge and expertise in the different areas of photography.
SPRINGWOOD CAMERA CLUB
1921
Friday 21st January 1921
The Blue Mountain Echo (NSW)
A camera club has been formed in Springwood, 18 members having been enrolled. Its specific object is to encourage interest in amateur photography and to this purpose tho club will hold quarterly excursions to the many beauty spots in the district.
Inter-club competitions will be arranged and a club camera will be purchased and amateur snapshooters will confer at stated periods for mutual advancement in the hobby.
The originator of the scheme is young Mr V. Frost, who is the secretary. Frank Ryland is the youthful President. Mr Reg Werner Vice-President and D. Todd is cash custodian.
ST GEORGE LEAGUES CLUB PHOTOGRAPHIC SOCIETY
- 26th September 1963 the St George Leagues Club Photographic Society was launched.
- Group of keen amateurs with a sprinkling of semi-professionals. Some of our members are absolute beginners whilst others have been with the club since its inception over 50 years ago, on 26trh September 1963.
- Overall we are a diverse group of people who share a passion for photography but also a willingness to help others learn.
PRESIDENT
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THE ENTRANCE CAMERA CLUB
- The club was formed in 1959.
- The Entrance Camera Club is a group of enthusiastic photographers situated on the Central Coast of NSW. Members comprise people from all backgrounds, retired people, younger people, photographers who began with film and in the darkroom, some who have started photography in the digital age, expert award winning photographers and new photographers who have just purchased their first camera. A passion for photography is the common interest. The Entrance Camera Club is affiliated with the Federation of Camera Clubs (NSW).
- The Monthly Competition forms the basis of the club. Learning from the critiquing, subsequent discussions with the judges and other members a great way to learn new photographic techniques which you can then try yourself next time the opportunity arises. The competition is divided in to A Grade and B Grade to assist new photographers and challenge the experienced members. A Grade is for advanced photographers, while B Grade is for beginning or less experienced photographers. In this way members are competing on a more level basis, while still seeing the images and hearing the judges comments for both grades. The grades are then divided again into Large Color Prints, Small Prints, Large Monochrome Prints and Digital Image sections. Members are able to compete in any or all of these sections as they choose. On alternating months in the Small Print and the Digital Image sections there is a Set Subject, otherwise all entries are open.
WENTWORTHVILLE CAMERA CLUB
FORMED 1954
Wednesday 2nd November 1960 - Page 4
The Cumberland Argus (Parramatta NSW)
Wentworthville Camera Club held a successful film night on Friday, when the Secretary of the Sydney Amateur Cine Society screened some of the society's Gold Award winning films to the club members. A lecture on the production of home Christmas cards will be given by one of the club members.
Wednesday 26th July 1961 - Page 9
The Cumberland Argus (Parramatta NSW)
Some of the best efforts of the Parramatta district's amateur photographers were exhibited in a competition organized recently by the Parramatta Camera Club in the East Parramatta Progress Hall, Parramatta. Mr H. Mallard, of the Federation of Camera Clubs of N.S.W., judged entries. Wentworthville Camera Club and Blacktown Camera Club contributed thirty black and white prints and thirty color slides.
Wednesday 11th October 1961 - Page 11
The Cumberland Argus (Parramatta NSW)
Wentworthville Camera Club won both the color slide and black and white sections of a competition at the weekend against Springwood Club. In the black and white section Wenworthville gained 335 points to Springwood's 305. Wentworthville won the color slide section by 346 1/2 points to 321 1/2 points. Twelve members from Wentworthville traveled to Springwood for the interclub competition.
Wentworthville member Mr Frank De Beer proved that glamor does not always count in the portrait competition. He won the section with his print of a cow. Springwood members concentrated on scenes while Wentworthville entrants preferred portraits or action studies.
Competition was close on the color slide section for individual entrants. Springwood member Mrs Shirlow took first prize with a Spanish street scene. She finished only a few points ahead of Wentworthville member, Mr Cres Clark, with a cleverly arranged snow scene slide.
Next meeting night at Wentworthville will be on October 20.
Wednesday 14th February 1962 - Page 9
The Cumberland Argus (Parramatta NSW)
Wentworthville Camera Club boasts an active membership of 35 — one of the largest in the western suburbs. The club was formed about nine years ago by six keen amateur photographers. Some of these foundation members are still playing a leading role in club activities. Club president, Mr R. Fink, said two recent events which keenly interested members were: 1. A lecture on color printing at the last meeting. 2. A full day's outing at Taroonga Park where members photographed animals and scenes. Results of the Taronga Park competition will be announced on March 23. Mr Fink may be contacted at YA 3081 or secretary, Miss M. Burke, at YA 9479.
WESTERN DISTRICTS (NSW) ASSOCIATION of CAMERA CLUBS
- 1978 - 16th and 17th September the Annual meeting will be held in Lithgow. The Association covers Clubs as far afield as the Blue Mountains to Dubbo and Canberra to Binnaway.
- On the Saturday evening the accepted color slides in the Individual Members Salon will be screened with comments from the judge Mr Ron Dunsire.
- Mr Ron Dunsire M.A., a graduate of the Edinburgh College of Art and the University of Illinois. His original training was in graphic design and has been considerably involved with photography, both as a Freelance designer and photographer.
- As a Senior Lecturer in Art at the Mitchell College of Advanced Education he is responsible for Creative Photography. He will give a lecture on Creative Photography, illustrated by a large number of monochrome prints.
- The Vyvyan Curnow Memorial Salver will be presented to Canowindra Eugowra Camera Club the winners of the 1978 Interclub Color Slide competition. Silver medallions will be presented for the best entry in this competition and the best entries in the three sections of the Individual Salon.
WODONGA ALBURY CAMERA CLUB
LIFE MEMBERS
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1953 The beginnings of the Wodonga Camera Club.
In the early 1950's, a number of Albury Camera Club members resided in Wodonga, some four miles away (Post Office to Post Office) from Albury. The tale is told that only one of the Wodonga members at that time owned a car. As all of the Wodonga members of the Albury Camera Club could not fit into one car, all could not attend meetings.
In early 1953, after some thought, Tom Willoughby, Ron Smallpage and others thought that a Wodonga based camera club might be a solution to the problem of not always being able to attend meetings in Albury. Messrs Willoughby and Smallpage called for a public meeting to gauge interest in the formation of a camera club in Wodonga.
The meeting was well attended and interest was sufficient that plans were made to continue with the formation of the Wodonga Camera Club. Tom Willoughby was nominated and elected as President, Ron Smallpage as Vice President and A.W. Smith as Hon.Secretary.
The constitution of the Wodonga Camera Club was written and adopted on 5th February 1953.
1970 the Constitution of the club was changed and the club was re-named the Wodonga Albury Camera Club. A couple of events precipitated this name change:
With the advent of the Albury Wodonga Development Corporation, the twin cities had begun to be linked by name if nothing else.
The Albury Camera Club had ceased to exist not long after the formation of the Wodonga club and Albury no longer had a camera club of its own.
The committee and members of the club refused to adopt the norm of putting Albury first though and named the club the Wodonga Albury Camera Club to reflect its origins in Wodonga.
The HISTORYof the club is on their web site - HISTORY
PRESIDENTS
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