Class: Beginning Photoshop, Art Ramirez, 3 of 7
2026-05-21 10:00 - 12:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Clubhouse 4, 23501 Via Mariposa W, Laguna Woods, CA, 92637, United States
BBeginning Photoshop
Art Ramirez
Thursday MAY 7, 14, 21, 28 JUNE 4, 11, 18 (7 classes)
Time: 10:00AM-12:00PM
Clubhouse #4, Educational Classroom
Repeat class.
If you have never worked on a photo program before, Art has 2 words for you…
DON’T PANIC!
This class will introduce you to the basics of adjusting your Photographs. Some of the topics covered will be: How to Adjust Light & Color, Cropping, Removing Unwanted Objects, Adding Text, and Working With RAW Images, plus a few more. Be sure you have Photoshop Creative Cloud installed on your computer.
$10/each class, Art will supply images for the class.
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Critique: Blue – ZOOM
2026-05-25 18:30 - 20:30 | Zoom, Laguna Woods, CA, United States
Monday May 25th: “Blue”
6:30-8:30PM
ZOOM
Submission Deadline: Tuesday May 19th, 5PM by email
The color blue is often associated with tranquillity, peace, and serenity. In photography, blue tones can be used to create a sense of calm and relaxation, making it perfect for seascapes, vast skies or any scene that conveys a tranquil ambiance. Blue does not need to be the dominant color of the image, but must impact the ﬁnished photograph, either aesthetically or symbolically, or both.
Go to the Critiques page for further details, including the rules and guidelines PDF.
Critiques web page.

Class: Intermediate Photoshop, Art Ramirez, 4 of 7
2026-05-26 10:00 - 12:00 | Clubhouse 4, 23501 Via Mariposa W, Laguna Woods, CA, 92637, United States
Intermediate Photoshop
Art Ramirez
Tuesday MAY 5, 12, 19, 26, JUNE 2, 9, 16 (7 classes)
Time: 10:00AM-12:00PM
Clubhouse #4, Educational Classroom
Repeat class.
This seven week (7) class will introduce you to more advanced methods of editing your photos. Topics covered include: Adjusting Light & Color, Using Layers & Groups, Working with Masks, Removing Objects, Working with Text, Sharpening Images, and much more…
($10/each class)
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Class: Beginning Photoshop, Art Ramirez, 4 of 7
2026-05-28 10:00 - 12:00 | Clubhouse 4, 23501 Via Mariposa W, Laguna Woods, CA, 92637, United States

Class: Still Life Photography Basics, Esther Spektor, 1 of 2
2026-05-29 10:00 - 12:00 | Clubhouse 4, 23501 Via Mariposa W, Laguna Woods, CA, 92637, United States
Esther Spektor
Friday May 29, 2026, 10:00AM-12:00PM
Friday June 5, 2026, 10:00AM-12:00PM
Clubhouse #4, Educational Classroom
Class 1 of 2
Learn Still Life Photography Basics!
Camera Club member Esther Spektor is an internationally recognized designer, and still life photographer.
In the first class, Esther will introduce you to:

The history of Still Life genre
Types of Still Life photography
Composition styles, elements of design, concepts
Lighting and camera setting
The second class will be a Still Life workshop.

Participants will practice creating Still Life compositions working with props, fabrics, background, and lighting. Some props will be provided, yet students are encouraged to bring their own props.
Bring smartphones or cameras to capture the results.
Don’t miss this special class!
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Class: Intermediate Photoshop, Art Ramirez, 5 of 7
2026-06-02 10:00 - 12:00 | Clubhouse 4, 23501 Via Mariposa W, Laguna Woods, CA, 92637, United States

Class: How to Submit to a Critique, Rodney Cooper
2026-06-02 13:30 - 15:00 | Photo Lab, Clubhouse 4, 23501 Via Mariposa W., Laguna Woods, CA, 92637, United States
How to Submit to a Critique
Rodney Cooper & Friends
TUESDAY JUNE 2, 1:30am-3:00pm
Clubhouse #4, Educational Classroom
Submitting to a Critique
Rodney Cooper is the Critiques Chair and Past Camera Club President and he has plenty of Critique submissions under his belt – he knows the pitfalls, highs, and lows of the Critiques.
Rodney will review the guidelines for a Critique and how to prepare your images. The workshop will go over the rules and guidelines for submission and the category definitions. Then we will answer your questions. If you would like to bring images on a thumb drive, we will walk you through the process for making sure all the naming and size requirements are met and how to submit them for critique.
Note: This is a process workshop rather than a feedback on image content.
This class will:
Teach you how to prepare your images for submission
Give you feedback on some of your images
Discuss the Critique Categories
Discuss the Submission Rules
Critiques can be a lot of fun, a real challenge, and a great way to grow as a photographer. Join Rodney and the Critique’s Team for this informative session.
For more information, see the Critiques web page.
This workshop is limited to 20 attendees.
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Class: Beginning Photoshop, Art Ramirez, 5 of 7
2026-06-04 10:00 - 12:00 | Clubhouse 4, 23501 Via Mariposa W, Laguna Woods, CA, 92637, United States

Class: Still Life Photography Basics, Esther Spektor, 2 of 2
2026-06-05 10:00 - 12:00 | Clubhouse 4, 23501 Via Mariposa W, Laguna Woods, CA, 92637, United States

Class: Intermediate Photoshop, Art Ramirez, 6 of 7
2026-06-09 10:00 - 12:00 | Clubhouse 4, 23501 Via Mariposa W, Laguna Woods, CA, 92637, United States

Class: Beginning Photoshop, Art Ramirez, 6 of 7
2026-06-11 10:00 - 12:00 | Clubhouse 4, 23501 Via Mariposa W, Laguna Woods, CA, 92637, United States

Showcase: New Zealand – Land of Endless Vistas, Mary Madden
2026-06-15 19:00 - 20:30 | Clubhouse 7, 24111 Moulton Pkwy, Laguna Woods, CA, 92637, United States
Mon. June 15
New Zealand – Land of Endless Vistas
Presenter: Mary Madden
Location: Clubhouse 7
Member Mary Madden, aka “The Mary Wanderer” is one of the Camera Club’s most prolific travelers, always returning with great stories and stunning images.
Join Mary while she takes you on a photographic journey through the beautiful South Island of New Zealand visiting Christchurch, Mt Cook, Queenstown and the Milford Sound. Some of the most beautiful landscapes in the world
Location: Clubhouse 7
7:00-8:30PM
Doors open at 6:30PM for refreshments

Class: Intermediate Photoshop, Art Ramirez, 7 of 7
2026-06-16 10:00 - 12:00 | Clubhouse 4, 23501 Via Mariposa W, Laguna Woods, CA, 92637, United States

Class: Beginning Photoshop, Art Ramirez, 7 of 7
2026-06-18 10:00 - 12:00 | Clubhouse 4, 23501 Via Mariposa W, Laguna Woods, CA, 92637, United States

Board Meeting: Educational Classroom
2026-06-19 13:30 - 15:00 | Photo Lab, Clubhouse 4, 23501 Via Mariposa W., Laguna Woods, CA, 92637, United States
Board Meeting
FRIDAY JUNE 19, 2026
1:30-3:00PM, Clubhouse #4
Educational Classroom
All Club members and guests are welcome to attend the meeting. The Board and Committee will present their reports, and there will be discussion of Club initiatives and programs.
Time will be allotted for general questions. The meeting agenda is listed below. Want to be part of the discussion? Join the Club!
﻿See you at the meeting!
Camera Club Board of Directors

Class: Night Sky Photography, Ted Koelsch
2026-07-07 10:00 - 12:00 | Clubhouse 4, 23501 Via Mariposa W, Laguna Woods, CA, 92637, United States
Night Sky Photography: A Conversation on Tools & Planning
Ted Koelsch
TUESDAY JULY 7, 2026 10:00am – 12:00pm
Clubhouse #4, Educational Classroom
Repeat class.
Now that the core of the Milky Way is visible in the northern hemisphere, come join us for an interactive presentation and discussion on EVERYTHING (probably not quite everything – but who knows!) you need to know to capture the beauty of the night sky.
For those who have never attempted Night Sky Photography we will go over the basics:
What type of camera?
What lenses?
What settings?
Can I use my phone?
For those who have ventured out into the darkness – bring your questions and experiences.
Additionally, we will go over what tools are available to help you plan your night sky adventure, including but not limited to Google Earth, Stellarium, PhotoPills and Planit Pro, and use them to actually plan a shot at Crater Lake – or a location of your choice.
Registration link soon.

Class: Night Sky Photography, Ted Koelsch – Field Trip
2026-07-11 20:30 - 23:30 | 29 Palms Joshua Tree, CA, 72562 29 Palms Hwy, Twenty Nine Palms, CA, 92277, United States
Night Sky Photography: A Conversation on Tools & Planning
Ted Koelsch
SATURDAY JULY 11, 2026 8:30 – 11:30pm
Location: Joshua Tree
Repeat class.
Now that the core of the Milky Way is visible in the northern hemisphere, come join us for a field trip to put all your new found knowledge into practice.
Arrange your own transportation, and accommodations, with guidance from Ted and your classmates, then join Ted in the evening so he can guide you while you photograph the Milky Way.
Registration link soon.

Board Meeting: Educational Classroom
2026-07-17 13:30 - 15:00 | Photo Lab, Clubhouse 4, 23501 Via Mariposa W., Laguna Woods, CA, 92637, United States
Board Meeting
FRIDAY JULY 17, 2026
1:30-3:00PM, Clubhouse #4
Educational Classroom
All Club members and guests are welcome to attend the meeting. The Board and Committee will present their reports, and there will be discussion of Club initiatives and programs.
Time will be allotted for general questions. The meeting agenda is listed below. Want to be part of the discussion? Join the Club!
﻿See you at the meeting!
Camera Club Board of Directors

Showcase (Club annual ice cream social): Wildlife Photography in Yellowstone & Grand Teton National Park, Jeanette DiAnda
2026-07-20 19:00 - 20:00 | Clubhouse 7, 24111 Moulton Pkwy, Laguna Woods, CA, 92637, United States
Mon. July 20
Wildlife Photography in Yellowstone & Grand Teton National Park
Presenter: Jeanette DiAnda
Location: Clubhouse 7
Doors open at 6:30 for refreshments
Presentations start at 7PM
Club annual ice cream social, and Showcase.
Jeanette DiAndra is one our respected Club Judges for Critiques, and the Year End Competition.
She is an accomplished wildlife photographer, concentrating in the greater Yellowstone area with an emphasis on Grand Teton National Park. She is not just a summer photographer, many of her great images are captured in the rain, and snowy winter conditions.
Jeanette will share her beautiful images with us, provide some tips on photographing in these locations, and talk about how to work in adverse weather conditions.

Submission Deadline: July Critique – Architecture
2026-07-21 17:00 | Zoom, Laguna Woods, CA, United States
Mon. July 27: “Architecture”
Submission Deadline: Tuesday July 21st, 5PM by email
Architectural Photography is the art and practice of capturing buildings and structures, focusing on their design, form and function using specialized techniques like perspective control to present them accurately or artistically, balancing precise documentation with the aesthetic appeal for the purposes ranging from marketing to fine art. It involves capturing exteriors, interiors, and structures, using natural and artificial light, and mastering composition to convey the essence of the built environment.
Go to the Critiques page for further details, including the rules and guidelines PDF.
Read 2026 Digital Critique Submission Rules – V1 (PDF, Jan 11, 2026)

Critique: Architecture – ZOOM
2026-07-27 18:30 - 20:30 | Zoom, Laguna Woods, CA, United States
Mon. July 27: “Architecture”
Live at Clubhouse 3 (PAC), Room #3 & on ZOOM
Submission Deadline: Tuesday July 21th, 5PM by email
Architectural Photography is the art and practice of capturing buildings and structures, focusing on their design, form and function using specialized techniques like perspective control to present them accurately or artistically, balancing precise documentation with the aesthetic appeal for the purposes ranging from marketing to fine art. It involves capturing exteriors, interiors, and structures, using natural and artificial light, and mastering composition to convey the essence of the built environment.
Go to the Critiques page for further details, including the rules and guidelines PDF.
Critiques web page.

Critique: Annual Print Critique – Non-Scored
2026-08-15 18:30 - 20:30 | Zoom, Laguna Woods, CA, United States
Sat. August 15 – Annual Print Critique – Non-Scored
Submission deadline: Tuesday August 11th
Print Competition webpage

Annual Slideshow Competition
2026-08-17 19:00 - 20:00 | Clubhouse 7, 24111 Moulton Pkwy, Laguna Woods, CA, 92637, United States
Mon. August 17
Annual Slideshow Competition
Location: Clubhouse 7
Doors open at 6:30 for refreshments
Presentations start at 7PM
The Annual Slide Show Competition presents unique slide-shows created by Club Members. Voting (secret) by fellow Club members attending the event awards 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place.
View the 2025 Competition Results

Board Meeting: Educational Classroom
2026-08-21 13:30 - 15:00 | Photo Lab, Clubhouse 4, 23501 Via Mariposa W., Laguna Woods, CA, 92637, United States
Board Meeting
FRIDAY AUGUST 21, 2026
1:30-3:00PM, Clubhouse #4
Educational Classroom
All Club members and guests are welcome to attend the meeting. The Board and Committee will present their reports, and there will be discussion of Club initiatives and programs.
Time will be allotted for general questions. The meeting agenda is listed below. Want to be part of the discussion? Join the Club!
﻿See you at the meeting!
Camera Club Board of Directors

Board Meeting: Educational Classroom
2026-08-21 13:30 - 15:00 | Photo Lab, Clubhouse 4, 23501 Via Mariposa W., Laguna Woods, CA, 92637, United States
Board Meeting
FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 18, 2026
1:30-3:00PM, Clubhouse #4
Educational Classroom
All Club members and guests are welcome to attend the meeting. The Board and Committee will present their reports, and there will be discussion of Club initiatives and programs.
Time will be allotted for general questions. The meeting agenda is listed below. Want to be part of the discussion? Join the Club!
﻿See you at the meeting!
Camera Club Board of Directors

Submission Deadline: September Critique – Night Photography
2026-09-22 17:00 | Zoom, Laguna Woods, CA, United States
Mon. September 28: “Night Photography”
Submission Deadline: Tuesday September 22nd, 5PM by email
Night photography in all its varieties: landscacpe, astrophotography, urban, dioramas and light painting outdoors will be accepted as long as they maintain the essence of night photography. Star trails may be submitted (image stacking)
Read 2026 Digital Critique Submission Rules – V1 (PDF, Jan 11, 2026)

Critique: Night Photography – ZOOM
2026-09-28 18:30 - 20:30 | Zoom, Laguna Woods, CA, United States
Mon. September 28: “Night Photography”
6:30-8:30PM
ZOOM
Submission Deadline: Tuesday September 22nd, 5PM by email
Night photography in all its varieties: landscacpe, astrophotography, urban, dioramas and light painting outdoors will be accepted as long as they maintain the essence of night photography. Star trails may be submitted (image stacking)
Go to the Critiques page for further details, including the rules and guidelines PDF.
Critiques web page.

Board Meeting: Educational Classroom
2026-10-16 13:30 - 15:00 | Photo Lab, Clubhouse 4, 23501 Via Mariposa W., Laguna Woods, CA, 92637, United States
Board Meeting
FRIDAY OCTOBER 16, 2026
1:30-3:00PM, Clubhouse #4
Educational Classroom
All Club members and guests are welcome to attend the meeting. The Board and Committee will present their reports, and there will be discussion of Club initiatives and programs.
Time will be allotted for general questions. The meeting agenda is listed below. Want to be part of the discussion? Join the Club!
﻿See you at the meeting!
Camera Club Board of Directors

Showcase (Annual Membership Meeting): Mystical Mosaic: Exploring Indonesia, Jack Salvador
2026-10-19 19:00 - 20:00 | Clubhouse 7, 24111 Moulton Pkwy, Laguna Woods, CA, 92637, United States
Mon. October 20
Annual Membership Meeting
AND Showcase: “Mystical Mosaic: Exploring Indonesia”
Presenter: Jack Salvador
Location: Clubhouse 7
Doors open at 6:30 for refreshments
Presentations start at 7PM
The Republic of Indonesian encompasses over 17,000 islands, stretching from the Bay of Bengal to the Coral Sea. This beautiful archipeligo has been a vital cross roads for thousands of years between the peoples and cultures of the Asian and Australian continents, and the Oceanic Islands. It’s history is complex, it’s people and beliefs diverse and fascinating.
In the early ’90s, Jack traveled extensively throughout Indonesia, exploring and photographing. Jack experienced ceremonial events throughout the islands, and spend extended personal time with Indonesian friends and families. He grew to understand that Indonesian is a land of deeply spritual people, many who are still devoted to traditional beliefs and the spirit world, even while embracing the major religions of modern times.
Though his photography, Jack looked to document these experiences, and to understand their significance.

Board Meeting: Educational Classroom
2026-11-20 13:30 - 15:00 | Photo Lab, Clubhouse 4, 23501 Via Mariposa W., Laguna Woods, CA, 92637, United States
Board Meeting
FRIDAY NOVEMBER 20, 2026
1:30-3:00PM, Clubhouse #4
Educational Classroom
All Club members and guests are welcome to attend the meeting. The Board and Committee will present their reports, and there will be discussion of Club initiatives and programs.
Time will be allotted for general questions. The meeting agenda is listed below. Want to be part of the discussion? Join the Club!
﻿See you at the meeting!
Camera Club Board of Directors
