Scheduled Meetings & Events
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Piedmont Photo Club Events
Everyone is invited to attend our meetings. Participation in Contests and Club Events are only available to club members.
Programs
Guest speakers, demonstrations, workshops, and practical photography education.
Share and Tell
A relaxed opportunity for members to present photographs and exchange constructive ideas.
Contests
Club competitions featuring member images, judging, results, and recognition.
Photo Shoots
Group outings to interesting locations for hands-on photography and fellowship.
CURRENTLY SCHEDULED EVENTS
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Date
november 2026
10nov7:00 pm9:00 pmZOOM Presentation - "7 Secrets of Great Nature Photographers" - November 2026
Event Details
Lee Hoy - Professional Photographer will present (via Zoom) Topic: 7 Secrets of Great Nature Photographers ABOUT LEE Lee Hoy is a
Event Details
Lee Hoy – Professional Photographer will present (via Zoom)
Topic: 7 Secrets of Great Nature Photographers
ABOUT LEE
Lee Hoy is a seasoned wildlife and nature photographer based in the Davis Mountains of West Texas. Lee leads immersive workshops worldwide—from the Galápagos Islands to Big Bend National Park. His passion lies in teaching others to capture compelling images while fostering a deeper connection with the natural world.
Image courtesy of A. Bender Photography.
Learn seven secrets of great nature phototraphers and what enables to consistently capture visually compelling images. What do they do that separates them from the next photographer? What habits, instincts, mindsets, approaches, and techniques have they developed? Learn some of the most important but least discussed topics in nature photography. Hint: None of these have to do with megapixels or discussing equipment constantly.
Please note as this is a Zoom presentation, we will NOT be meeting in-person. Meeting invites will be sent to all current members via e-mail.
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Time
November 10, 2026 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm EST(GMT-05:00)
Location
Online "Zoom"
december 2026
08dec7:00 pm9:00 pmShare & Tell - December 2026
Event Details
Please join us at the New Philadelphia Moravian Church for Share & Tell! Each club member may submit up to 6 images to share with the group.
Event Details
Please join us at the New Philadelphia Moravian Church for Share & Tell! Each club member may submit up to 6 images to share with the group.
Time
December 8, 2026 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm America/New_York(GMT-05:00)
New Philadelphia Moravian Church
january 2027
12jan7:00 pm9:00 pmContest January 2027Theme is "Rust and Ruins"
Event Details
Please join us at the New Philadelphia Moravian Church, for our last contest of the year! Each member may submit up to 4 images in any the following contest categories:
Event Details
Please join us at the New Philadelphia Moravian Church, for our last contest of the year! Each member may submit up to 4 images in any the following contest categories:
- Digital Advanced Black & White
- Digital Advanced Color
- Digital Intermediate Black & White
- Digital Intermediate Color
- Print Advanced Black & White
- Print Advanced Color
- Print Intermediate Black & White
- Print Intermediate Color
In addition to the categories above, 1 additional image may be submitted in our Theme category, which is “Rust / Ruin”.
“Rust or ruin” (or “rust and ruin”) refers to the natural and destructive decay of metal and human-made structures,
Please refer to our contest guidelines on this web site for additional information on how to prepare and submit entries for the contest. All honorable mention winners of this contest will be automatically entered into our end of year contest, which will be held in August.
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Time
January 12, 2027 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm EST(GMT-05:00)
New Philadelphia Moravian Church
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Date
november
10nov7:00 pm9:00 pmZOOM Presentation - "7 Secrets of Great Nature Photographers" - November 2026
Event Details
Lee Hoy - Professional Photographer will present (via Zoom) Topic: 7 Secrets of Great Nature Photographers ABOUT LEE Lee Hoy is a
Event Details
Lee Hoy – Professional Photographer will present (via Zoom)
Topic: 7 Secrets of Great Nature Photographers
ABOUT LEE
Lee Hoy is a seasoned wildlife and nature photographer based in the Davis Mountains of West Texas. Lee leads immersive workshops worldwide—from the Galápagos Islands to Big Bend National Park. His passion lies in teaching others to capture compelling images while fostering a deeper connection with the natural world.
Image courtesy of A. Bender Photography.
Learn seven secrets of great nature phototraphers and what enables to consistently capture visually compelling images. What do they do that separates them from the next photographer? What habits, instincts, mindsets, approaches, and techniques have they developed? Learn some of the most important but least discussed topics in nature photography. Hint: None of these have to do with megapixels or discussing equipment constantly.
Please note as this is a Zoom presentation, we will NOT be meeting in-person. Meeting invites will be sent to all current members via e-mail.
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Time
November 10, 2026 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm EST(GMT-05:00)
Location
Online "Zoom"
december
08dec7:00 pm9:00 pmShare & Tell - December 2026
Event Details
Please join us at the New Philadelphia Moravian Church for Share & Tell! Each club member may submit up to 6 images to share with the group.
Event Details
Please join us at the New Philadelphia Moravian Church for Share & Tell! Each club member may submit up to 6 images to share with the group.
Time
December 8, 2026 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm America/New_York(GMT-05:00)
New Philadelphia Moravian Church
january
12jan7:00 pm9:00 pmContest January 2027Theme is "Rust and Ruins"
Event Details
Please join us at the New Philadelphia Moravian Church, for our last contest of the year! Each member may submit up to 4 images in any the following contest categories:
Event Details
Please join us at the New Philadelphia Moravian Church, for our last contest of the year! Each member may submit up to 4 images in any the following contest categories:
- Digital Advanced Black & White
- Digital Advanced Color
- Digital Intermediate Black & White
- Digital Intermediate Color
- Print Advanced Black & White
- Print Advanced Color
- Print Intermediate Black & White
- Print Intermediate Color
In addition to the categories above, 1 additional image may be submitted in our Theme category, which is “Rust / Ruin”.
“Rust or ruin” (or “rust and ruin”) refers to the natural and destructive decay of metal and human-made structures,
Please refer to our contest guidelines on this web site for additional information on how to prepare and submit entries for the contest. All honorable mention winners of this contest will be automatically entered into our end of year contest, which will be held in August.
more
Time
January 12, 2027 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm EST(GMT-05:00)
New Philadelphia Moravian Church
february
09feb7:00 pm9:00 pmPresentation - February 2027
Event Details
TBD Please note as this is a Zoom presentation, we will NOT be meeting in-person. Meeting invites will be sent to all current members via e-mail.
Event Details
TBD
Please note as this is a Zoom presentation, we will NOT be meeting in-person. Meeting invites will be sent to all current members via e-mail.
Time
February 9, 2027 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm EST(GMT-05:00)
march
09mar7:00 pm9:00 pmShare & Tell - March 2027
Event Details
Please join us at the New Philadelphia Moravian Church for Share & Tell! Each club member may submit up to 6 images to share with the group.
Event Details
Please join us at the New Philadelphia Moravian Church for Share & Tell! Each club member may submit up to 6 images to share with the group.
Time
March 9, 2027 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm America/New_York(GMT-05:00)
New Philadelphia Moravian Church
april
13apr7:00 pm9:00 pmContest April 2027Theme is "Movement/ ICM (Intentional Camera Movement)"
Event Details
Please join us at the New Philadelphia Moravian Church, for our last contest of the year! Each member may submit up to 4 images in any the following contest categories:
Event Details
Please join us at the New Philadelphia Moravian Church, for our last contest of the year! Each member may submit up to 4 images in any the following contest categories:
- Digital Advanced Black & White
- Digital Advanced Color
- Digital Intermediate Black & White
- Digital Intermediate Color
- Print Advanced Black & White
- Print Advanced Color
- Print Intermediate Black & White
- Print Intermediate Color
In addition to the categories above, 1 additional image may be submitted in our Theme category, which is “Movement/ICM (Intentional Camera Movement)”.
Showing movement can be done in a variety of ways including ICM, Intentional Camera Movement. ICM can be done with a large camera or a cell phone using slow shutter apps. Movement needs to be visible or understood. Example; if you photograph a runner, use show shutter speed to show blur of movement. Not a fast speed so everything is in focus. EXCEPTION-No movement including water-no slow shutter speed images of waterfalls, rivers, or waves.
Please refer to our contest guidelines on this web site for additional information on how to prepare and submit entries for the contest. All honorable mention winners of this contest will be automatically entered into our end of year contest, which will be held in August.
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Time
April 13, 2027 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm EST(GMT-04:00)
New Philadelphia Moravian Church
may
11may7:00 pm9:00 pmPresentation - May 2027
Event Details
TBD Please note as this is a Zoom presentation, we will NOT be meeting in-person. Meeting invites will be sent to all current members via e-mail.
Event Details
TBD
Please note as this is a Zoom presentation, we will NOT be meeting in-person. Meeting invites will be sent to all current members via e-mail.
Time
May 11, 2027 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm EST(GMT-04:00)
New Philadelphia Moravian Church
june
08jun3:00 pm5:00 pmShare & Tell - June 2027
Event Details
Please join us at the New Philadelphia Moravian Church for Share & Tell! Each club member may submit up to 6 images to share with the group.
Event Details
Please join us at the New Philadelphia Moravian Church for Share & Tell! Each club member may submit up to 6 images to share with the group.
Time
June 8, 2027 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm America/New_York(GMT-04:00)
New Philadelphia Moravian Church
july
13jul7:00 pm9:00 pmContest July 2027Theme is "Vanishing Point"
Event Details
Please join us at the New Philadelphia Moravian Church, for our last contest of the year! Each member may submit up to 4 images in any the following contest categories:
Event Details
Please join us at the New Philadelphia Moravian Church, for our last contest of the year! Each member may submit up to 4 images in any the following contest categories:
- Digital Advanced Black & White
- Digital Advanced Color
- Digital Intermediate Black & White
- Digital Intermediate Color
- Print Advanced Black & White
- Print Advanced Color
- Print Intermediate Black & White
- Print Intermediate Color
In addition to the categories above, 1 additional image may be submitted in our Theme category, which is “Vanishing Point”.
Get your creative hat on. Maybe it’s train tracks that don’t seem to go anywhere. Foggy images? Images that are almost too light to tell what they are?
Please refer to our contest guidelines on this web site for additional information on how to prepare and submit entries for the contest. All honorable mention winners of this contest will be automatically entered into our end of year contest, which will be held in August.
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Time
July 13, 2027 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm EST(GMT-04:00)
New Philadelphia Moravian Church
august
10aug7:00 pm8:30 pmYear-End Contest & Business Meeting 2027
Event Details
Join us at the New Philadelphia Moravian Church, as we wrap up another great year! In this meeting we will be voting on the end of year print entries, as
Event Details
Join us at the New Philadelphia Moravian Church, as we wrap up another great year! In this meeting we will be voting on the end of year print entries, as well as hold our annual business meeting and vote for next year’s officers and board members. If time permits, we will display all end of year digital contest entries.
Time
August 10, 2027 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm EST(GMT-04:00)
New Philadelphia Moravian Church
24aug6:00 pm8:00 pmEnd of Year Dinner and Awards Presentations 2027
Event Details
Join us as we celebrate another successful PPC year! In addition to dinner (optional), all end of year contest winners will be announced and awards presented. Additional information will be
Event Details
Join us as we celebrate another successful PPC year! In addition to dinner (optional), all end of year contest winners will be announced and awards presented. Additional information will be provided as we get closer to this event.
Time
August 24, 2027 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm EST(GMT-04:00)
september
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october
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november
No Events
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