April 7th, Monday 6:30pm: SIG (Special Interest Groups) Zoom Meeting
Are you looking for a group of like-minded photographers to share photos, and ideas, to plan field trips, and hold learning experiences with? Join one of our interactive Special Interest Groups (SIGs) at the Orlando Camera Club.
If you have not joined a SIG or are new to the club, check out a SIG meeting. We presently have four SIGs: Landscape, Nature, People, and Abstract. Photographers from all levels can join, beginners are always welcome.
If you would like to see another SIG group added or have an idea for a new SIG group such as Post-processing, Drones/Aerial, Fine Art, Sports, or your favorite photography genre, please contact the
We meet on the first Monday of each month, 6:30-8 pm via Zoom.
Register in advance for this meeting by visiting our zoom meeting links page here.
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
April 14th, Monday 6:30pm: “General Meeting and Competition Results “Landscapes”” (Zoom Meeting)
Join us over Zoom for the Formal Competition images and results to get a glimpse into what other members are doing! Competitions are a great way to improve your photography skills by listening to the judge’s critiques as well as seeing different styles of photography!
Register in advance for this meeting by visiting our zoom meeting links page here.
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
April 21th, Monday 6:30pm: Board Meeting
There is a lot that goes on “behind the curtain” at OCC. We would love to have you join us, and share your thoughts and ideas!
So come find out what is going on, hang out with some awesome photo people, and have fun along the way!! OCC board meetings are held on Zoom and are open to all members! If you are interested in attending a meeting, click here to contact President@OrlandoCameraClub.
April 26th: Saturday: 3 pm: Field Trip to St. Augustine
OCC members this is a rescheduling of the January field trip to St. Augustine that so many of us could not attend because of the cool weather. Let’s do it when it’s warmer!
Join us for an OCC photography trip to St. Augustine on Saturday, April 26, weather permitting.
We’ll meet at the square (Plaza de la Constitución), 170 St George St, St Augustine, between 3:00 and 3:30 that afternoon. The plan is to meet near the round pavilion, get oriented, have a group dinner, and then explore and photograph the city. In most instances, parking will be paid for by using nearby kiosks.
There are also plenty of establishments in the Historic District along St. George St. for those impromptu refreshments and beverage stops while you are walking around. You can and are encouraged to come early and explore on your own.
On April 26, sunset is at 7:59 and the moon phase is new moon.
Dinner is being planned for the Columbia Restaurant at 4:00 to accommodate the restaurant and to allow for sunset, golden hour, and blue hour photography after dinner.
Al will be making a dinner reservation, so he needs an accurate headcount of members and your family/guests. Please email him at [email protected] for your spot. Please RSVP him by Wednesday, April 16 to get on the list for your intention to attend the field trip and for dinner.
Potential subjects are:
- St. Augustine Lighthouse and the keeper’s house, and Alligator Farm Zoological Park in St. Augustine Beach about 2 miles south of the plaza on A1A.
- Bridge of Lions (you can use multiple-minute exposures to capture the raising and lowering of the drawbridge and the traffic gates at night.)
- Matanzas Riverfront and the marina
- Castillo de San Marcos (the fort)
- Plaza de la Constitución
- St. George St. and side streets for the old City for architecture, street, and people photography
- Flagler College
- St. Augustine City Hall
The Castillo closes at dusk; however, there is free and mostly unrestricted access to its exterior for night shots. For you to get an idea of the city at night, a slideshow of some Al’s night photography from 2020 can be found here: https://express.adobe.com/page/eqnsKcs43CP7Y/
There are plenty of mercury-vapor streetlights that give off a warm light. If this is not your style, you can change your in-camera white balance to compensate for your camera’s interpretation of the scene, applying a night filter, or both can get you the look that you are looking for. You can adjust your camera’s white balance by using the preset white balance settings or adjusting the Kelvin temperature setting so that the rear screen matches the view.
Gear recommendations are:
- Wide angle to telephoto prime or zoom lenses
- Sturdy tripod for multiple-minute exposures
- Remote shutter release
- Night filter
It will be late when the photography ends, so you may want to stay overnight. Reservations will be on your own. A club member recently visited St. Augustine stayed at and recommended the Best Western Historic Bayfront at 16 Avenida Menendez, which is right across the street from the marina and walking distance to historic area. She recommended it for a return visit. There are also plenty of Bed and Breakfasts. Other hotel options with links to their websites are listed below. They are slightly north of the Historic District but within walking distance.
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel St. Augustine Historic District, 116 San Marco Avenue
Hampton Inn St. Augustine Downtown Historic District, 1302 N Ponce De Leon Blvd.,
We’re looking forward to seeing you there!
April 28th, Monday 6:30 pm: “LIVE Studio Lighting” by Michael Cairns (In person meeting)
The use of studio strobes separates you from the pack really fast. It is a scary subject for most new photographers but the rise of digital cameras has made this easier than the days of film.
This demo will show different types of lighting equipment/techniques while working with a model/dancer. All images attached were shot with strobe in the studio or on location.
BIO: Michael Cairns is a self-taught photographer with an extensive art background. He has been working professionally for over 30 years in his Orlando photography studio.
Michael has worked with clients ranging from screen legend Vincent Price to the Backstreet Boys. Recent clients include Advent Health, Orlando Health, Orlando Ballet, Commodores, Orlando Magic, McDonalds, Walt Disney World, Essilor-Luxottica, Opera Orlando, and countless others.
His personality and ability to warm people up quickly make him perfectly suited to bring out the best in everyone.
More of Michael’s work can be found on his website at https://www.michaelcairns.com/.
In-Person meetings are held at: Marks Street Senior Center, 99 E Marks St., Orlando, FL 32803