The South Jersey Camera Club (SJCC) was organized to promote the art and science of photography. Among its goals is the desire to unite others in sharing similar interests, to exchange ideas and photographic expertise, and to enhance the skills of club members. Serving the southern part of New Jersey, our members come from Gloucester, Camden, Burlington, Mercer, Salem and Atlantic counties.

Outstanding speakers present interesting and informative programs. Field trips and workshops provide practical photographic experience. Special competitions (such as Digital Essay and Panorama) throughout the season challenge members to try new things. We also have a video lending library.

Meetings are held at 7:00 p.m., the third Tuesday of each month from September through June at the Medford Leas Community Center, Medford, NJ. Visitors are always welcome, at no charge!

ASSIGNED TOPICS FOR 2011-2012

Geometric Shapes (January - Monochrome Prints)

Shapes such as (but not limited to) circles, squares, triangles, rectangles, polygons, etc. must be an obvious part of your images.

Shadows (February - Color Prints)

A shadow is an area where direct light from a light source is blocked due to obstruction by an object, resulting in a relative dark shape.

What's the Story? (photojournalism) (March - Digital)

Create an image that tells a story.

Boats & Ships (April - Digital)

Vessels designed to travel on water should be the main subject of your image.

Abandoned Decay (May - Monochrome Prints)

Images can include any place or thing that has been deserted and left to deteriorate or decompose.

Creative Images (Enhanced/Manipulated) (June - Digital)

Use your creativity and think out of the box for this one. Show off your talents using software to create effects that make your photo something more than just a photo. You may combine several images into one but all the components must be your own photographic work.