Welcome to the NIH Camera Club - an association of photographers for the entire community.
The NIH Camera Club meets monthly from September through June. Each meeting features informative lectures, guest speakers and photo competitions in various classes. The organization is open to all members of the Washington DC community. See the "How to Join" page for information about joining the NIH Camera Club - download the membership application form - join the club!
More information about the NIH Camera Club and a complete history of the club can be found here.
Being involved with a group of other photographers with different interests at all skill levels is an amazing opportunity to -
- Learn about photography
The NIH Camera Club has monthly meetings with speakers who are experts in various aspects of photography, such as nature, architecture, macro, portraits, and photojournalism. Check the club calendar to see when the next meeting is scheduled and what other NIH Camera Club activities are scheduled. - Develop your photographic vision
a photo competition at each monthly Club meeting which includes both film and digital photography categories including black & white prints, color prints, color slides, and digital images. The monthly speaker serves as a judge and critiques the photos entered in the competition, helping you to evaluate your work. - Network with experienced photographers
The Club offers free field trips with experienced photographers to help you hone your skills. Our award-winning newsletter, Cameraderie, also lists many events, classes and workshops where you can learn even more. Recent past issues are available in the Archives. - get information and tips about photographic equipment and techniques.
From our speakers and our experienced members, you can learn a lot about new equipment and techniques. Our newsletter and website contain “how to” articles and lists websites, classes and workshops where you can learn more.
