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Meetings are free and open to everyone. Arrive 30 minutes early for the social time.
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Summer Break
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Watch for possible activities!
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September 11
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Ice Cream Social & Program Night
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Flagpole Photographers Camera Club Posts
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2027 Flagpole Photographers Workshop Day
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WHEN WHERE Add to Calendar Event Highlights The Flagpole Photographers Workshop Day on Saturday, May 1, 2027, is a great way to boost your photography skills while capturing photos around historic Newtown. Work side-by-side with award-winning club photographers for the entire session. Agenda 8:50 AM: Meet at the morning outdoor session location. <TBD> 9:00 AM: While taking photos, focus on …
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Holiday Party and Competition Subject Whimsy
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WHEN WHERE Add to Calendar Event Highlights Holiday Party Subject Whimsy Competition Guidelines No Time Limit: Dig into your archives! The standard 3-year limit on when a photo was taken does not apply for this competition. Format: Entries may be in color or monochrome. Judging: The competition will be judged by club members. Members and their guests – Please RSVP …
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Mentor Night: Photo Review & Processing Support
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WHEN WHERE Click to Join Online Meeting Add to Calendar Share Your Work & Get Feedback! Mentor Nights are focused on interactive photo review and editing support. Upload your photos for constructive feedback before you finalize them. If you are stuck on a specific edit, struggling with a post-processing technique, or just want to see how to take your photo …
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Mentor Night: Photo Review & Processing Support
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WHEN WHERE Click to Join Online Meeting Add to Calendar Share Your Work & Get Feedback! Mentor Nights are focused on interactive photo review and editing support. Upload your photos for constructive feedback before you finalize them. If you are stuck on a specific edit, struggling with a post-processing technique, or just want to see how to take your photo …
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Mentor Night: Photo Review & Processing Support
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WHEN WHERE Click to Join Online Meeting Add to Calendar Share Your Work & Get Feedback! Mentor Nights are focused on interactive photo review and editing support. Upload your photos for constructive feedback before you finalize them. If you are stuck on a specific edit, struggling with a post-processing technique, or just want to see how to take your photo …
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Mentor Night: Photo Review & Processing Support
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WHEN WHERE Click to Join Online Meeting Add to Calendar Share Your Work & Get Feedback! Mentor Nights are focused on interactive photo review and editing support. Upload your photos for constructive feedback before you finalize them. If you are stuck on a specific edit, struggling with a post-processing technique, or just want to see how to take your photo …
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Mentor Night: Photo Review & Processing Support
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WHEN WHERE Click to Join Online Meeting Add to Calendar Share Your Work & Get Feedback! Mentor Nights are focused on interactive photo review and editing support. Upload your photos for constructive feedback before you finalize them. If you are stuck on a specific edit, struggling with a post-processing technique, or just want to see how to take your photo …
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Mentor Night: Photo Review & Processing Support
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WHEN WHERE Click to Join Online Meeting Add to Calendar Share Your Work & Get Feedback! Mentor Nights are focused on interactive photo review and editing support. Upload your photos for constructive feedback before you finalize them. If you are stuck on a specific edit, struggling with a post-processing technique, or just want to see how to take your photo …
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Mentor Night: Photo Review & Processing Support
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WHEN WHERE Click to Join Online Meeting Add to Calendar Share Your Work & Get Feedback! Mentor Nights are focused on interactive photo review and editing support. Upload your photos for constructive feedback before you finalize them. If you are stuck on a specific edit, struggling with a post-processing technique, or just want to see how to take your photo …
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Flagpole Photographers in the News
Newtown Bee - May 2, 2025
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Flagpole Photographers Sweeps Best In Show Awards At NECCC Spring 2025 Print Competition
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Flagpole Photographers Camera Club members recently garnered top accolades, including both Best In Show awards, at the prestigious New England Camera Club Council (NECCC) Spring 2025 Individual Print Competitions. The club also celebrated multiple award-winning prints across the Color, Monochrome, and Nature categories. Highlighting the club's success were the two highest honors awarded: Best in Show-Color to Rhonda Cullens for her print "Fire and Ice," and Best in Show-Monochrome to Chane Cullens for his print "Let the Milky Way Be the Guide Tonight."
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Flagpole Photographers also received recognition for several other outstanding images across various categories: Color Print Category - Judge's Choice, Richard Kunsch for "Kyoshi Warriors"; Honor Award, Sandy Schill for "Tulips"; Monochrome Print Category - Best Nature, Robyn Abrams for "Strike a Pose"; Judge's Choice, Rhonda Cullens for "Icy Cold"; and Honor Award, Katie Slawitschek for "The Pout."
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Club President Melissa Bilotta said winning both Best In Show awards "is a tremendous achievement and a testament to the talent within Flagpole Photographers. We are very proud of Rhonda and Chane for earning these top honors, and equally thrilled for Sandy, Robyn, Richard, and Katie on their significant, well-deserved awards!" she added. "Our members continue to excel and inspire."
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The NECCC competitions serve as a benchmark for quality and creativity among camera clubs throughout the New England region. NECCC is a nonprofit association connecting camera clubs across New England. It promotes photography through interclub competitions, educational programs, and workshops.
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Based in Newtown, Flagpole Photographers Camera Club is dedicated to fostering a community for photographers of all skill levels who are passionate about learning, growing, and sharing their expertise. Through monthly meetings, workshops, and events, members connect, collaborate, and challenge themselves to develop their skills and artistic vision. Believing that photography captures the beauty and wonder of the world, the club provides a supportive and inspiring environment for creating stunning and meaningful photos. Anyone looking for a supportive and inspiring environment to grow as a photographer is welcome to join the club. Visit FlagpolePhotographers.com to learn more.
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Assigned Subjects Photography Ideas
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Silhouette Photography Tips
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Many types of silhouette ideas.
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Add Impact to Your Photos by Including Shadows
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Explore how shadows help tell a story and enhance the visual power of your photo.
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Flagpole Web Features
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Easily Access Your Online Meeting Links!
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Joining our online meetings is simple! Here’s your quick guide to locating the meeting link:
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- Find Your Event: Scroll down to the "Upcoming Events" section on our home page.
- Visit the Event Page: Click on the specific event you wish to attend.
- Locate the Link: On the Event page, the online meeting link is consistently placed near the bottom.
- Link Activation: The link will only open the meeting on the day of the actual meeting.
- Where to Look: You'll find meeting links directly on the Event page on our website, not typically in your email.
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