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Janesville Camera Club
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Portrait Photography Presentation
Thursday, April 23rd
7:00 – 8:30 PM
PremierBank
1400 Black Bridge Rd
Janesville, WI
Join us for a special presentation on Portrait Photography by Olivia, owner of Olivia Acton Photography. Olivia will walk us through the key elements of a successful portrait shoot, including lighting techniques to avoid unwanted shadows and recommended camera settings.
During the presentation, members of the club will serve as live models, giving everyone a chance to see these techniques demonstrated in real time.
There will also be time at the end for a Q&A session, so bring your questions and take advantage of this opportunity to learn from a professional portrait photographer!
Outdoor Photography Outing
Thursday, May 21
5:00 – 8:00 PM
Location:
Al’s Auto Body and Arboretum
W6866 N Walworth Rd
Walworth, WI 53184
Join us for a unique outdoor photography outing at Al’s Auto Body and Arboretum in Walworth, Wisconsin. This location offers a variety of photographic opportunities, combining the rustic character of a working auto body shop with the peaceful beauty of a garden setting.
What You’ll Find
* Over 400 varieties of hostas
* Shaded walking paths beneath oak and hickory trees
* Beautiful Japanese maples and ferns
* A tranquil five-acre shade garden oasis
The contrast between the rustic automotive environment and the lush gardens creates many interesting compositions for photographers.
Carpool Information
If you would like to carpool, we will meet at Premier Bank at 5:00 PM and drive together to Walworth. Otherwise, you may meet us directly at Al’s Auto Body and Arboretum at 6:00 PM.
Premier Bank
1400 Black Bridge Rd
Janesville, WI 53545
The outdoor photoshoot will begin around 6:00 PM, so please dress appropriately and bring the gear you’ll need for walking garden paths and photographing plants, textures, and unique scenes.
We hope you can join us for this fun and creative field trip!
Magnolia Bluff Park
Landscape and Sunset Photoshoot & Picnic
Thursday, July 23, 2026
6:00 – 8:30 PM
Magnolia Bluff Park
4002 N Croak Rd
Evansville, WI 53536
Join us for an evening of photography and fellowship at Magnolia Bluff Park.
We will meet at 6:00 PM for a picnic (lasting about one hour) before heading out for our photoshoot. Feel free to bring something to eat and enjoy visiting with fellow members before we begin shooting.
The photoshoot will focus on landscape photography and the sunset, taking advantage of the beautiful views and lighting from Magnolia Bluff. This is a great opportunity to practice capturing golden hour light, dramatic skies, and scenic landscapes.
Bring your camera, tripod, and any lenses you enjoy using for landscape photography.
We hope to see you there for a relaxing evening of photography and great company!
Downtown Janesville Photo Scavenger Hunt
Thursday, August 27, 2026
7:00 – 8:30 PM
Location: Downtown Janesville
Get ready to explore downtown Janesville and have some fun! Join us for a Downtown Janesville Photo Scavenger Hunt. Grab your camera and see how many items you can find while discovering some of the unique sights around our downtown.
How It Works
Walk around downtown and take photos of the items listed on the Scavenger Hunt List. Be creative, have fun, and make sure you get into some of the pictures!
Scavenger Hunt List: Will be released at a later date.
Tips
* Wear comfortable shoes and be ready to explore.
* Take clear photos of each item so you can show them when you finish.
Whether you’re competing for fun or just enjoying a walk around downtown, this scavenger hunt is a great way to experience the heart of Janesville. We can’t wait to see your photos!
Good luck and happy hunting!
