Film Developing and Printing Course – Darkroom
2026-03-22 10:00 - 17:00, 2026-04-11 13:00 - 17:00, 2026-04-12 10:00 - 17:00, 2026-05-09 13:00 - 17:00, 2026-05-10 10:00 - 17:00 (Australia/Melbourne) | Melbourne Camera Club, 254 Ferrars St, South Melbourne, VIC, Australia
This Analogue Photography course is open to MCC members as well to non-members. It is designed for those people who are just starting to process and print film. It can also be taken by those who wish to update their film processing and printing skills. Course participants must be over 18 years old.
The course is divided into two units:

Processing the exposed film – Unit 1
Printing from a set of negatives – Unit 2

This course has been pre-booked and full. For more information and if you are interested in the course please contact the organiser via the course page below:
https://melbournecameraclub.org.au/courses/analogue-photography-basics-course2/

APG March Meeting
2026-03-23 19:30 - 22:30 | Melbourne Camera Club, 254 Ferrars St, South Melbourne, VIC, Australia
Agenda:

Welcome: welcome guests and new members. Apologies.
Introduce guest speaker: Russell Mason on Street Photography.
Presentation 45 minutes.
Q&A 15 minutes.
Show and tell of projects, cameras and all things analogue.
Questions and answers on analogue issues.
Announcements of upcoming workshops, excursions, presenters, activities.
Film swap or dates for film swap to occur.

Santina Velo and Andrew Lang will host this meeting.

PDI Competition (Zoom only)
2026-03-26 20:00 - 22:00 | Via Zoom
Set Subject: Contrast texture and form in Monochrome
Judge: Masa Hoss ( )
Closing Date for Entries: Midnight Wednesday 11 March 2026
Zoom Link: published in the Newsletter

Nature Outing March
2026-03-29 10:00 - 14:00 | Newport Lakes Reserve, Newport, Vic
Newport Lakes Reserve (subject to change)

Newport Lakes Reserve is a regenerated wetland and bushland reserve with twin lakes, boardwalks and native vegetation. In March, birdlife is active around the water and reed beds (waterbirds, wrens, honeyeaters), with chances of spotting frogs, lizards and early autumn insect life. It’s an easy, scenic walk with plenty of photographic opportunities close to the city.

(email will be sent our closer to date)
https://maps.app.goo.gl/EYGtXCYuHiw8cFc79

Wine & Cheese Social Event
2026-04-02 19:30 - 20:00, 2026-04-30 19:30 - 20:00 | Melbourne Camera Club, 254 Ferrars St, South Melbourne, VIC, Australia
Prior to the guest speaker this Thursday, we will be holding a Wine and Cheese Social Event, from 7.30pm-8pm in the Gallery, please come along to socialise with other members prior to the presentation.

Special Guest Presenter- Aaron Walker – Exploring the Art of Performance Through the Lens
2026-04-02 20:00 - 21:30 | Melbourne Camera Club, 254 Ferrars St, South Melbourne, VIC, Australia
Aaron Walker is a Melbourne-based photographer whose work pushes the boundaries between performance, portraiture, and art. With a background in theatre and an instinctive sense for human emotion, Aaron’s images capture the fleeting moments where movement, light, and story collide. His photography often explores identity, vulnerability, and the body in motion — inviting viewers to see beyond the surface into something deeply personal and raw.
Through his innovative approach, Aaron continues to inspire others to see photography not just as documentation, but as a living, breathing performance.
You will not want to miss this very special presentation .
http://www.aaronwalkerphotography.com/

Portrait Group
2026-04-06 19:00 - 22:30, 2026-05-04 19:00 - 22:30 | Melbourne Camera Club, 254 Ferrars St, South Melbourne, VIC, Australia
This is the monthly meeting of the Portrait Group – first Monday of each month. An excellent chance to practice portrait photography skills, learn about studio lighting and grow your portfolio.
The meeting is a practical photography session. We use flash lighting in a studio setting. We will have 2 sets operating and 2-3 models, so there will be ample opportunity to shoot.
Open to all MCC members (and visitors may attend up to 2 sessions).
If you want to shoot, please bring:

your camera (with a standard hot shoe on top for the flash trigger)
$10 for a shooters licence.

Please come along at 7pm to help set up. We start shooting at 8pm, and stop when the models say they’ve had enough (typically 2-3 hours).
Please remember that after the shoot you are required to send some photos back for the models. (See https://melbournecameraclub.org.au/interest-groups/portrait-group/portrait-image-returns/)

Mid-Week Outing
2026-04-07 10:30 - 14:00, 2026-05-05 10:30 - 14:00 | Melbourne Camera Club, 254 Ferrars St, South Melbourne, VIC, Australia
Details will be sent via mailout.
To receive the mailout tick ‘MidWeek Outing Group’ on your profile page.
See Mid-Week Outing Group

Print Competition (Club Rooms only)
2026-04-09 20:00 - 22:00 | Melbourne Camera Club, 254 Ferrars St, South Melbourne, VIC, Australia
Set Subject: Street Photography/Street photos (workers, police, cafe life, shoppers, people communicating, shadows, ICM)
Judge: Alli Harper ( )
Closing Date for Entries: Midnight Wednesday 8 April 2026

Photo Discussion Group
2026-04-13 20:00 - 22:00, 2026-05-11 20:00 - 22:00 | Melbourne Camera Club, 254 Ferrars St, South Melbourne, VIC, Australia
The Photo Discussion Group provides a regular forum where you can discuss your passion for photography with like-minded people.
In a friendly, helpful environment, we explore a diverse range of photography topics – what makes competition winning images, creative techniques, how do judges evaluate our work, what tools we use to create the images we love, and how we may progress our skills to a higher level – to name a few.
Whatever your interests – photographic genres, image capture, image processing, printing, PDI, the latest tools, or just looking for tips – you will not be disappointed.

Conceptual Photography Group
2026-04-15 19:30 - 21:30 | Melbourne Camera Club, 254 Ferrars St, South Melbourne, VIC, Australia
Check the Conceptual Group Home Page for details of each monthly meeting.

Special Guest Speaker - Peter Fogarty - Eco Photographer.
2026-04-16 19:30 - 21:30 | Melbourne Camera Club, 254 Ferrars St, South Melbourne, VIC, Australia
Overview
Peter Fogarty is a Melbourne and Bass Coast-based photographer whose work spans portraiture, seascapes, cityscapes, astrophotography and wildlife. Formerly a detective senior sergeant, he transitioned into photography in 2014, following a long career in policing.
Style & Focus
Peter’s photographic style emphasises the natural world and ethically-aware practice:

He describes his work under the theme of Eco Photography, striving to minimise environmental impact while capturing wildlife and landscapes.

He has actively contributed to citizen science projects photographing whales—recognising individual whales by their unique fluke patterns—to support migration and behaviour research.

He runs workshops and shares his expertise in seascape, cityscape, and astrophotography, emphasising both technical skills (exposure, composition) and creative vision.

Background & Notable Work

Peter began photography after leaving policing: “I’m looking for something that was just for me.”

He is based at Cape Woolamai on the Bass Coast, and his local exploration of the coastline, animals and skies feeds much of his imagery.

His work with the annual Island Whale Festival on Phillip Island highlights his dual role as photographer and citizen-scientist, giving talks like “Photographing Whales is No Fluke”.

Digital Editing Group
2026-04-20 20:00 - 22:00, 2026-05-18 20:00 - 22:00 | Melbourne Camera Club, 254 Ferrars St, South Melbourne, VIC, Australia
As the level of understanding of digital editing techniques varies enormously among members, we will aim to provide information to members at basic, intermediate and advanced levels in each meeting.
The focus is not on how to capture an image, but on what can be done with it in post-processing after downloading the images to your computer. Topics such as adjusting exposure and saturation, compositing, HDR and special effects will be just some of the areas covered. The digital editing techniques discussed will primarily be applicable to Adobe Lightroom and Photoshop, however these techniques are generally transferable to many other digital editing programs.
More detail of the topics to be discussed will be announced in the weeks before the meeting.

Mid-Week Outing
2026-04-21 10:30 - 14:00 | Melbourne Camera Club, 254 Ferrars St, South Melbourne, VIC, Australia
Burnley Horticultural College
Details will be sent via mailout.
To receive the mailout tick ‘MidWeek Outing Group’ on your profile page.
See Mid-Week Outing Group

PDI Competition (Zoom only)
2026-04-23 20:00 - 22:00 | Via Zoom
Set Subject: Street Photography/Street photos (workers, police, cafe life, shoppers, people communicating, shadows, ICM)
Judge: Alli Harper ( )
Closing Date for Entries: Midnight Wednesday 8 April 2026
Zoom Link: published in the Newsletter

Nature Group Outing April
2026-04-26 08:00 - 17:00 | Melbourne Camera Club, 254 Ferrars St, South Melbourne, VIC, Australia
TBA

APG Pinhole Day Workshop
2026-04-26 10:00 - 16:00 | Melbourne Camera Club, 254 Ferrars St, South Melbourne, VIC, Australia
Pinhole day workshop hosted by Richard Mathews, Jon Hogan.
This workshop is open to members and family / friends of members. Participants will build a pinhole camera, take and develop photographs.

April APG Meeting
2026-04-27 19:30 - 22:30 | Melbourne Camera Club, 254 Ferrars St, South Melbourne, VIC, Australia
Agenda:

Welcome: welcome guests and new members. Apologies.
Show and tell of projects, cameras and all things analogue.
Questions and answers on analogue issues.
Announcements of upcoming workshops, excursions, presenters, activities.
Topics for discussion:

B&W printing / Art printing / Papers and their effects on images/dodging and burning.

Shane Booth Russell Mason will host this meeting.

APG Film Swap Activity Ends
2026-04-30 | Melbourne Camera Club, 254 Ferrars St, South Melbourne, VIC, Australia

Tonight we welcome Special Guest Jessie Brinkman Evans
2026-04-30 20:00 - 21:30 | Melbourne Camera Club, 254 Ferrars St, South Melbourne, VIC, Australia
Introduction – Jessie Brinkman Evans
Tonight we’re delighted to welcome Jessie Brinkman Evans, a documentary and editorial photographer based between Melbourne and St John’s in Canada. With roots in Southern California and Australia, Jessie’s work explores the deep connection between land, light and culture, often in some of the world’s most remote and striking environments.
For nearly a decade, she has photographed extensively across the Arctic, particularly Greenland, capturing the quiet beauty and resilience of isolated communities. Her recent exhibition Someday at No Vacancy Gallery in Melbourne focused on life in the small Greenlandic town of Niaqornat and was exhibited alongside legendary photographer Steve McCurry at Leica Gallery Melbourne.
Jessie’s work has been commissioned by clients such as Leica, Condé Nast Traveller, Visit Greenland and Newfoundland & Labrador Tourism, and is recognised for its sensitivity to light and its thoughtful storytelling.
Please join me in welcoming Jessie Brinkman Evans as she shares her journey and remarkable images with us tonight.

Print Competition (Club Rooms only)
2026-05-14 20:00 - 22:00 | Melbourne Camera Club, 254 Ferrars St, South Melbourne, VIC, Australia
Set Subject: Taken below the knees
Judge: Alan Moyle ( )
Closing Date for Entries: Midnight Wednesday 13 May 2026
