The 2026 NTT INDYCAR SERIES Championship Weekend returns to WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca from September 4 to 6. This season finale promises an electrifying showdown as the best open-wheel drivers compete on one of North America’s most challenging circuits. For photo enthusiasts eager to master auto racing photography, this event offers a perfect opportunity to capture the speed, skill, and drama of high-stakes racing. The Corkscrew turn at WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca,

Photographing the Milky Way is a challenge that combines art, science, and timing. The night sky is constantly shifting, with the sun, moon, and Milky Way moving in a cosmic dance. Capturing a stunning image of the Galactic Center—the brightest and most detailed part of the Milky Way—requires more than just pointing your camera upward. Bob Coates breaks down this complex process into manageable steps, sharing his expertise on gear, apps, and techniques to help you master nigh

Our 2nd quarter Image Competition was held Monday, May 12th. We had 47 excellent entries in 9 categories: Architecture/Industrial, Fashion/Editorial, Illustrative, Lifestyle, Nature/Wildlife, Landscape, Open Nature/Animal/Landscape, Portrait Studio, and Photojournalism . The judging by 3 experienced PPC Judges: Antonie Didienne, Dea Bachard Meyer, and Michael Van Auken was excellent. Each judge brought a different view and critique skill set. Kudos to all who entered, every s

May Events Tonight May 12th at 6:30 pm - Q2 Image Competition May 22nd at 10 am - Outing: Union Station and Architecture in LA May 29th at 7:00 pm - TechTalk: Experiences with Infrared Photography Planning for the second half of the year is underway. Lloyd Delaney or Mike Mercadante should receive any recommendations for proposals on upcoming events. Other events of note Upcoming PPC events Upcoming PPA events Ventura Camera Club members use coupon - VCC CIPPA Members use c

Below is a listing of upcoming CIPPA events for April & May evvents on the CIPPA website . If you have any recommendations for proposals on upcoming events, please forward them to Lloyd Delaney or Mike Mercadante. April Events Apr 29th at 7pm - Townhall for CIPPA Members to discuss Ventura Camera Club survey. Here is the zoom link for the meeting. https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84641636221?pwd=LHVbEZm3biSpeBvhBf6l6gTnYGaCzz.1 May Events May 1st at 7pm - CIPPA Peer Image Review M

Below is a listing of upcoming CIPPA events for April on the CIPPA website . If you have any recommendations for proposals on upcoming events, please forward them to Lloyd Delaney or Mike Mercadante. April Events The April 1 Outing to the Santa Cruz Islands was postponed due to high winds. We will reschedule this event shortly; please check back on the website for an updated posting. Apr 9th at 9AM - Outing: Spring at Huntington Gardens Apr 14th at 7pm - Presentation: Les

Our 1st quarter Image Competition was held Monday, February 10th. We had 49 excellent entries in 11 categories: Commercial, Fashion/Editorial, Creative Imaging, Electronic IMaging, Illustrative, Lifestyle, Nature/Wildlife, Landscape, Open Nature/Animal/Landscape, Portrait Studio, and Photojournalism . The judging by 3 experienced PPC Judges: John Powers, Elizabeth Toller, and Kristi Elias was excellent. Each judge brought a different view and critique skill set. Kudos to all

Our 3rd quarter 2024 Virtual Image Competition was held Monday, August 12th. We had 42 excellent entries in 10 categories: Architecture, Commercial, Fashion/Editorial, Illustrative, Lifestyle, Nature/Wildlife, Landscape, Open Nature/Animal/Landscape, Portrait Studio, and Photojournalism . The judging by 3 experienced PPC Judges: Eleanor Gray, James Trapp, & Michelle Pennings was excellent. Each judge brought a different view and critique skill set. Kudos to all who entere