Special Interest Groups (SIGs) are a great way to get to know other members as well as learn and develop skills. They are non-competitive, with members being encouraged to share their ideas, skills, and experiences. All members are encouraged to attend, from beginner to advanced.
For general enquiries about SIGs please email secretary@waverleycameraclub.org.
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The current Special Interest Groups include:
Street Beat
Street Beat is a Special Interest Group for members interested in Street Photography, Photojournalism, or Documentary Photography. It is an exercise in “learning to see” and capturing decisive moments. The session starts with a coffee and chat, where a photographic theme is revealed. Participants then spend time wandering and taking photos. The group then reconvenes for a chat, and coffee or lunch. Participants are encouraged to share a selection of their images in an outings gallery. Street Beat generally meets on the fourth Friday of each month at 10am, city or inner-city location.
Macro and close-up photography group
This group explores macro and close-up photography and aims to share knowledge and techniques. Each get-together starts with a coffee and chat, followed by photography in the chosen location and another get together. Participants are encouraged to share a selection of their images in an outings gallery. The Macro and Close-Up Photography Group generally meets quarterly at a park, bushland or building with gardens.
Creative
The Creative Group is for members who wish to push the boundaries of their photography by applying creative ideas and processes including creative filters, in-camera techniques, composites or other processing techniques. The group is open to all members and provides speakers, workshops, demonstrations and competitions, including an annual “friendly” with Geelong Camera Club. The Creative Group generally meets every second month, usually online.
Portfolios
Portfolios is for members to develop a body of work and present this work in a way that is cohesive and professional. Loosely based on the Photographic Society of America (PSA) model of portfolio, members shoot, collect, sort and present a group of 10 to 20 images and develop an artist statement and master image. The portfolio may be presented as a master image, a book, a jigsaw, a set of cards or almost
any other form that the member chooses.
The group is open to all members, with a focus on supporting each individual to develop and realise their concept. There are four meetings a year, culminating in the presentation of distinctions to those who have met the requirements for a successful portfolio. Portfolios are on display at the Club End of Year function as well as in the portfolios galleries.
Honours group
The Honours Group comprises members interested in pursuing photographic honours through The Australian Photographic Society (APS), or the Photographic Society of America (PSA). The group supports members via sharing and critiquing images and providing information and support in
relation to the processes involved in seeking honours. Members are welcome to attend whether they are considering pursuing honours, are currently in the process or just curious about what is involved. The Honours Group generally meets via zoom on an adhoc basis throughout the year.
The club maintains a list of members holding honours.