One of the oldest camera clubs in the Northern Illinois, the Des Plaines Camera Club was formed on June 23, 1952 by a group of individuals who shared an interest in photography. The club provides encouragement to members to expand their interests in photography in which they not only learn from one another, but also have an outlet for their creative interest. Meetings include workshops, lectures, and demonstrations in computer programs and digital photography. The club is a member of Chicago Area Camera Clubs Association (CACCA) and enters their monthly inter-club contest.

Here in our Web site, you will find information about club events, galleries of images, competition rules, links to other web sites and membership information. Click on the links at the top of the page to view areas of interest.  To email the webmaster with any question or comment, click here.

The Des Plaines Camera Club offers members the opportunity to enter images into competition in both print and electronic formats.  Between October and May, Image of the Month awards, as well as Awards and Honorable Mentions, are presented for both formats. Here are the most recent winners of the top monthly awards. Click on the image for a larger version.

DPCC is on summer break, but that just gives us all a little more time to actually get out there and take pictures!

Our next season of club meetings and competitions starts on Monday, September 9. Our first competition of the year will be the following meeting, September 23. Keep an eye on the calendar for more program information as we fill out the schedule for the year.

Have a great summer, and get out there and use those cameras!

Dave Waycie