The PAC Photographers Group (PACPG) was founded by Titus Kana and was established as an artist group dedicated to beginner, advanced amateur and professional photographers to foster growth and learning of the art of photography. Typically, PACPG meets on the second Wednesday of each month.
WHAT WILL YOU EXPERIENCE WITH PACPG?
MONTHLY MEETINGS: Network, learn, and engage with others in the field of photography on the 2nd Wednesday of each month.
MONTHLY CONTESTS: Participate in and vote on monthly, themed photography assignments.
FIELD TRIPS: Meet up with your local artists and photograph beautiful places together.
CRITIQUES: Receive constructive criticism and feedback on your work.
BEGINNER & ADVANCED LESSONS: Opportunities to better understanding your camera operations, usage of light, framing, etc.
GUEST SPEAKERS: Learn from professionals in the field of photography.
OPPORTUNITIES: Artist calls, exhibitions, and more!
You must be a PAC member to join PACPG and to stay up-to-date on what PACPG offers, join our newsletter and Facebook page.
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| Upcoming | Location | Subject |
|---|---|---|
| Wed 5/14 | MOCA, Terry Street, Patchogue | 7:00 PM |
| Wed 6/11 | MOCA, Terry Street, Patchogue | 7:00 PM |
| No meetings during the summe | ||
| Wed 9/10 | TBD | 7:00 PM |
| Wed 10/8 | MOCA, Terry Street, Patchogue | 7:00 PM |
| Wed 11/12 | MOCA, Terry Street, Patchogue | 7:00 PM |
| Wed 12/10 | MOCA, Terry Street, Patchogue | 7:00 PM |
Patchogue Arts Council Photographers Group will be having a member’s art show in the tasting room at Clovis Point Winery in Jamesport in the month of June this year! We will have several members participating. During the show there will be an artist’s reception, the date for that will be posted at a later time. Members: Check your inboxes for information on registering for this show or click HERE.
Each month PACPG holds a monthly photo contest. Photographers can choose to submit two images
(one in each theme) or submit one image to one theme.
Contest Rules
Images must be in JPEG format, sized and submitted in 1200 pixels on the long side (maximum).
Do NOT remove the EXIF information. Name information can be removed.
Smart phone images acceptable, but MUST be in jpeg format.
Images will be rated and critiqued 48 hours prior to the monthly meeting and that information will be shared at the monthly meeting.
There are two contest themes per month. One theme that allows full digital enhancement and the other that only allows basic adjustments. Both categories will be judged separately and there will be one winner for each contest. Please see HERE for more details.
NOTE: Any submissions that do not meet the above requirements are subject to rejection.
Outside judges will occasionally rate and critique the month’s contests. Some month’s contests will be voted on by the membership. For more info on outside judging criteria, click here.
Photos must be taken between Thursday, April 10th, 2025 and submitted by midnight, Sat, June 7th, 2025.
April/May 2025 Themes are:
Water – Basic Adjustments
Reflections – Digital Enhancement Allowed – (No AI)
Please submit your images HERE.
For past contest winners and images, click here.
For some field trips (below) the exact locations are yet to
be determined and more may be added as time goes on.
6/14/2025 – New York City or Coney Island
7/19/2025 – Either Smith Point Beach (Light Painting) or Old Field Lighthouse (sunset)
8/23/2025 – Annual trip to Bayard Cutting Arboretum to photograph Dahlias
10/18/2025 – Seatuck Environmental Center (grounds only, access to the building may be limited) or Connetquot State Park
RSVP required. Please email us at [email protected] if you are attending.
A waiver MUST be signed for all Field Trips and must be signed by everyone attending, including non-members, who are always welcome. To access the waiver, click HERE.
To access past courses, workshops, and other helpful videos to enhance your photography, please click HERE for PACPG Resources.
To provide your feedback on the group, please fill out this form HERE.
PAC Photographers Group Committee
Jeff Macholz– Correspondence Coordinator/Newsletter
Holly Hunt– Webpage Developer
Kelly Jones– Events Coordinator/Membership/Treasurer
Teresa Ryther– Secretary/Social Media
Jennifer Schlitz- Secretary/Social Media
For any questions or inquires about PACPG, please email us at: [email protected].
ABOUT THE PATCHOGUE ARTS COUNCIL – The Patchogue Arts Council, Inc., was formed to encourage, support, and promote the arts while aiding in the revitalization and sustainability of the community. The Patchogue Arts Council, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization whose focus is to serve the greater south shore of the Town of Brookhaven. The Patchogue Arts Council is located at 20 Terry St., Suite 116, Patchogue NY and is open Thursdays and Fridays, 2:00 –7:00 PM, Saturdays and Sundays, 1:00 – 5:00 PM. For more information visit www.patchoguearts.org, call 631-627-8686, or email [email protected].
Our Mailing Address is:
Patchogue Arts Council Photographers Group
20 Terry Street, Suite 116
Patchogue, NY 11772
[email protected]
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