Coastal Carolina Camera Club
Members to Share Tips on Photo Tools at April 10 Meeting
The April 10, 2025 meeting of the Coastal Carolina Camera Club is a must-attend event for photographers looking to enhance their skills and expand their creative vision. This gathering features a stellar lineup of seasoned experts eager to share valuable insights and experiences. Whether you're curious about the intricacies of editing, composition, lighting, or simply seeking creative inspiration, you'll find practical advice and fresh perspectives that can elevate your photographic abilities. The event also provides an excellent opportunity to network with fellow enthusiasts and guests, fostering a community built on shared learning and passion for photography. So, bring your questions and an open mind, and don't forget to invite your friends—guests are always welcome! This is your chance to grow both your skills and your photographic network.
Our presenter lineup includes President Dave Kilgore with tips on Lightroom software, including new masking tools. Beth Woodby will offer tips on getting great wildlife photos and Steve Wingfield will give suggestions on how to get the most from your mobile phone camera, especially on vacation.
Our meetings are held in the Fellowship Hall of Shallotte Presbyterian Church, behind the library in Shallotte on Main Street. Meetings begin at 7 p.m. and guests are always welcome.
Winners Selected for "Water in Motion"
The club holds internal competitions throughout the ear for its members. The February competition was on the theme "Water in Motion." A judge trained through the Photographic Society of America selected a first, second and third place image in two categories, Group A for the more experienced photographers and Group B for the newer members of the club. Jeffrey Hanke took first place in Group A with his image entitled "Getting Wet." Doug Wood took second place with "Hemlock Falls" and John Farr was awarded third place for "Fountain." In the Group B competition, Dorothy Foley was awarded first place for "Ocean Symphony." Rick Renda's image entitled "Spruce Waterfall" was selected for second place and "Nymphenburg Trough" by John Medeiros was given a third-place ribbon. Congratulations to all who entered.
     
Getting Wet Hemlock Falls Fountain Ocean Symphony Spruce Waterfall Nymphenburg Trough
March Slide Show - Long Exposure
The March slide show was open to club members to submit up to 5 images under theme " Long Exposure." Please click on box at bottom right of video below for full screen. Thanks to all who submitted images.
February Slide Show - Door Handles
The February slide show was open to club members to submit up to 5 images on "Door Handles". Please click on box at bottom right of video below for full screen. Thanks to all who submitted images.
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Field Trips
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Scavenger Hunt in Downtown Wilmington March 26
Michelle Tinger and Charlie Baggett are planning a field trip that will hopefully be lots of fun and practice for the art of seeing. It will be a scavenger hunt in the historic district in downtown Wilmington. You will be given clues, which will act as themes for subjects to photograph. From there we will head just a few blocks (by car) to Castle Street where some of the city’s best murals are located. These will be great subjects for our “Street Art”-themed competition we have in November. That is where we will have a group lunch.
You can choose to go at your own pace or stick with a group. The main areas of interest are within a 3-block square. There are plenty of benches to rest if necessary.
We’ll meet in Wilmington at Hidden Grounds Coffee at 21 South 2nd Street at 9am on March 26th. For those who want to carpool, we will meet at Lowes Home Improvement parking lot in Shallotte at 7:50am. Please contact Michelle at miting@atmc.net by March 22 if you plan to participate. Let her know if you also plan to have lunch and/or carpool. More detailed information will be provided to those who respond.
We will have a slide show featuring images taken on this trip as well as a competition.
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Our members span the entire spectrum of experience and participate in all forms of photography, including point and shoot, SLR ( digital and 35 mm) and integrated advanced digital cameras. You can see individual members' portfolios featured on this homepage.
The COASTAL CAROLINA CAMERA CLUB generally meets monthly the second Thursday evening of each month, except July, at 7:00p.m. at the Shallotte Presbyterian Church, 5070 Main Street, Shallotte, NC. Click here for map. Visitors are always welcome.
Our mission is to encourage members to share their diverse talents, teach new techniques and expand and enhance their skills. Members are encouraged to participate and serve on the various committees, attend field trips. workshops and programs.
Our monthly agenda normally consists of brief business items, presentations by guest speakers or club members, and a slide show of member photos. Photographic instruction tips, equipment displays and print competitions are also offered at some meetings.
Membership
Membership is open to anyone in the area who has an interest in photography.
Click here for more information concerning membership
2025 Officers
President - Dave Kilgore
Vice President - Charlie Baggett
Second Vice President - Gene Viviano
Secretary - Michelle Tinger
Treasurer - Deborah Alt
Committee Chairs
Membership - Joanne Heater and Jo Ann Mathews
Publicity - Julie Bennett
Technical - John Medeiros
Field Trips - Open
Programs - Charlie Baggett
Competition - Jeff Hanke
Web - Steve Wingfield