Announcements from HQ
January 26, 2026
Photo Club Members
We have the Eagles and Agriculture event coming up, Feb 5-8.
This event is a fantastic opportunity to take some guided tours of the area for fantastic photo opportunities. There is a reception on Thursday evening in which the club displays photos. This is an opportunity to introduce attendees to the club and purchase photos.
Here is the schedule for Thursday Feb 5: PLEASE NOTE THAT WE HAVE OPEN POSITIONS!
Drop off Grids – 8:30 am
Set up-8:30-10:00 am – Sherri McGee / Gordon Stowe / Wendy Whyman
Drop off Photos – 9:00-10:00 am
Show coverage
10:00-12:30 -Wendy Whyman / Susie Roaldson
12:30-3:00 – Open / Open
3:00-5:00 – Sherri McGee / Don Seibel / Mary Seibel
5:00-7:30 – Open / Open
Breakdown – 7:30 pm Sherri McGee / Robin Gruenger/ Open
Pick up Photos – 7:30 PM
Please let me know if you can cover any positions and if you will displaying photos.
The February photo contest is "Long Exposure" and is due Feb 3. Use that manual setting to capture an exposure over time for dramatic effects.
Our Speaker for February is club member, Darren King who will speak on “Off Camera Flash”.
Tom
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December 31, 2025
Happy New Year to everyone!
Our January 13 meeting will feature member, Gordon Stowe, who will share
his photos of polar bears from a recent trip.
Our photo contest for the month is “Food Plating and is due Jan 6. Show us your capture of foods. It could be a rib-eye steak from Duke's, a Big Mac, or something you've cooked up. Make your Whopper look tasty.”
I am looking for a volunteer judge for this month’s contest. Respond to me if interested.
If you haven’t done so, bring a check to the meeting for your 2026 dues. $36 for an individual and $54 for a family.
Registration is open for Eagles and Agriculture. The club always has a significant role in the event. We are also looking for a volunteer to be the contact person for the event which is Feb 5-8, 2026. This is a great opportunity to photograph wildlife in the area.
Contact the Chamber of Commerce for details.
Tom
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November 14, 2025
Photo Club Members,
December’s photo club meeting will be our annual potluck and photo contest and will be held on Tuesday December 9.
The potluck will begin at 6:30 at the Methodist Church in Gardnerville. Members and their guests are invited. We ask for only one guest per member. The club will provide plates, cups, and utensils. We ask that you bring a potluck dish with serving utensils, and your own drinks. The church policy is that no alcoholic beverages are allowed.
The December photo contest is to bring your best picture of this year. Printed at a maximum size of 11x14”, add a mat, but no frame. First prize is $75, second prize is $50, and third prize is $25. Judging will be done by members and their guests.
Tom
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