Calendar

Visit KDL’s Wyoming Library branch during the month of March to see a selection of images created by Grand Rapids Camera Club members. Make a left after entering the library to find the gallery space. Open during regular library hours.

You can vote for your favorite. Many images also for sale!

The library is located at

3350 Michael Ave SW, Wyoming, MI 49509

Hours:

Monday through Thursday: 9:30 AM–8 PM

Friday: 9:30 AM–6 PM

Saturday: 9:30 AM–5 PM

Sunday: 1–5 PM

Wednesday, March 18 at 7:15 p.m.

Grand Valley Artists Studio, 2661 29th St. Suite B, Grand Rapids, MI

Program: JOHN LACKO

Get Your Pix on Route 66

Route 66 is a never-ending ribbon of photo possibilities with interesting buildings, great landscapes, historical sights and unusual details. But how do you capture what you see in a way to really show the interesting sights and beauty you see? John Lacko will present some Tips, Techniques, and maybe some surprises to help you learn what you will need to do to make photos that you, your family, and friends will enjoy.

He and wife Nancy have been driving the legendary highway since 2005, searching out the traditional, historic and off beat attractions. Join us on March 18th and enjoy all the legends, beauty and curiosities of Route 66!

Following our program we will have a short social break. We will conclude the meeting by showing the March Competition images. March competition prints will be on display

Guests are always welcome, we suggest a $5 donation for non-members. Members are always free.

ABOUT JOHN LACKO

John is a semi-retired editorial photographer and photo educator who has been an active part of the Kalamazoo photo community for 40 years. John got interested in photography by way of drag racing at US 131 Martin Dragway. He later joined the US Air Force and while stationed at Vandenberg Air Force Base (now Space Force) in California and served as a photojournalist.  In addition to his duties for the Base Public Affairs Office, he was able to continue his interest in motorsports photography at both Riverside Raceway and Laguna Seca Raceway.

John has taught photography classes for the Kalamazoo Art Center and Kalamazoo College. He developed and taught a number of different photo classes for Norman Camera in Kalamazoo.

WEDNESDAY, March 25 @ 7 p.m.

Online Meeting via Zoom

Would you like to get some feedback on a photo? Maybe you’re unsure how to edit a photo, and would like to solicit some opinions from some of your fellow photographers? Or maybe you’re just excited about a photo you’ve taken and want to share it with others? Then this Zoom meeting is for you.

During our session, you can tell us about why, where, and when you took it, what kind of gear you used, and what kind of editing decisions you’ve made in processing the photo. Then, if you’d like, we’ll open up the discussion for others to offer comments and critiques.

To prepare for sharing, select a few images you would like to share (max 3) and be ready to share your screen (we recommend you put the images in a folder on your desktop for easy access) If you aren't comfortable or are unfamiliar with how to share your screen you can submit your photos in advance - by email in .jpg format (maximum 2160 pixels on the long side) to Norbert Kugele at nfkugs@mac.com by the end of the day on Monday, March 23rd. Depending on attendance, please understand we may not get to all of your images, so that everyone has an opportunity to get input.

NOTE: Everyone is welcome.You do NOT need to share images in order to attend. If you prefer to just listen in and add your 2 cents worth to the conversation that is fine too. 

CLICK HERE TO JOIN THE MEETING
Meeting ID: 817 3198 0371
Passcode: 133549

Submit your digital images by Wednesday, April 1, 2026 at 11:59 pm to images@grcameraclub.org

NO PRINT COMPETITION in APRIL

April’s Assigned Subject: NEGATIVE SPACE

Wednesday, April 15 at 7:15 p.m.

Grand Valley Artists Studio, 2661 29th St. Suite B, Grand Rapids, MI

Program: Chasing the Aurora at Solar Maximum & Beyond

Are you eager to see the Northern Lights or catch it more often? Join Melissa F. Kaelin, Founder of the Michigan Aurora Chasers, as she presents tips, tools and techniques that can help you predict, monitor and catch the Aurora in your own backyard. Discover the best times for peak Aurora activity, camera settings and photography advice that will take your photos to the next level, and the world of rare sub-Auroral phenomena that tend to glow in locations farther south. This presentation will give you everything you need to catch the Aurora into the next Solar Maximum and beyond.

Following our program we will have a short social break. We will conclude the meeting by showing the April Competition images.

Guests are always welcome, we suggest a $5 donation for non-members. Members are always free.

WEDNESDAY, April 22 @ 7 p.m.

Online Meeting via Zoom

Would you like to get some feedback on a photo? Maybe you’re unsure how to edit a photo, and would like to solicit some opinions from some of your fellow photographers? Or maybe you’re just excited about a photo you’ve taken and want to share it with others? Then this Zoom meeting is for you.

During our session, you can tell us about why, where, and when you took it, what kind of gear you used, and what kind of editing decisions you’ve made in processing the photo. Then, if you’d like, we’ll open up the discussion for others to offer comments and critiques.

To prepare for sharing, select a few images you would like to share (max 3) and be ready to share your screen (we recommend you put the images in a folder on your desktop for easy access) If you aren't comfortable or are unfamiliar with how to share your screen you can submit your photos in advance - by email in .jpg format (maximum 2160 pixels on the long side) to Norbert Kugele at nfkugs@mac.com by the end of the day on Monday, April 20th. Depending on attendance, please understand we may not get to all of your images, so that everyone has an opportunity to get input.

NOTE: Everyone is welcome.You do NOT need to share images in order to attend. If you prefer to just listen in and add your 2 cents worth to the conversation that is fine too. 

CLICK HERE TO JOIN THE MEETING
Meeting ID: 817 3198 0371
Passcode: 133549

March is a PRINT and DIGITAL Month!

Submit your DIGITAL images by Wednesday, May 6 at 11:59 pm to images@grcameraclub.org

PRINT images must be delivered to Jeanne Quillan by Sunday, May 10, 2026. Contact Jeanne at photobug49@comcast.net You may also bring your March prints to the February Club meeting.

May Assigned Subject: ON THE TRACK