The Flagpole Photographers Camera Club invites members and the public to its 2021-22 season, which will be held virtually at least through December. All competitions and presentations will be held online. Information on how to join the virtual events can be found at flagpolephotographers.com, under the Events tab.

The season opener, on Thursday, September 9, at 7:15 pm, is a program on “Top 10 Places To Photograph In Connecticut,” presented by Rich Kunsch, a member of Greater Bridgeport Camera Club and Milford Camera Club.

Those planning to participate should also join in on the Ice Cream Social with their own dish at home.

The competition theme for the month of September is “Nature.” The monthly challenge theme is “Negative Space,” which will take place on Thursday, September 23, at 7:15 pm.

Members compete in a different assigned subject each month, as well as in Monthly Challenge, Open Color, Open Monochrome, and Comments Only categories. The monthly challenge is decided at the competition meetings for the following month. While the competition is only open to members, the public is invited to listen to critiques and learn about photography.

There is no charge to attend Flagpole Photographers Camera Club competitions.

Flagpole Photographers is a local non-profit group that enables members to share their images and expertise, to learn and grow in their photography, and to enjoy the camaraderie of fellow photographers who come from diverse backgrounds, with photographic skills ranging from beginning novices to professionals.

New members are always welcome to join the club and may enter their work in monthly club competitions, participate in workshops, take field trips, get involved in community programs, and take part in annual exhibits. Dues are $35 per person or $55 for a family. Students may join at no charge. Dues for the 2021-22 season can be made by check. For payment information, contact info@flagpolephotographers.com.

Additional club information, meeting dates, including calendar of events, member galleries, and workshop information can be found online at the address above.