2026-2027 Program
All meetings begin at 7:00 PM unless otherwise noted and will be in person meeting at the Stamford Center Volunteer Fireman’s Association Hall, 2275 Dorchester Rd, Niagara Falls, ON L2E 6S4. Meeting invitations for online meetings will be sent through email before each meeting.
Zoom is free to use and can be used on a desktop or laptop, tablet or cell phone.
NOTE: Not all meetings are on Mondays
Images for the September 21st Competition are due by Midnight tonight.
Submit your digital colour and monochrome images, up to 2 each category, to the Digital Chair, Katie Heykoop, digital@NiagaraPhoto.org by midnight, Monday, September 7, 2026.
See the NAPA Members Handbook for complete details.
Good storytelling connects with people by stirring emotion and sharing something meaningful. Photography does this in a unique way—using images to tell stories that draw viewers in and make them think and feel. A powerful story stays with us because it awakens memories and emotions. It might bring joy, laughter, tears, or a sense of understanding. Visual storytelling helps us connect with others and see the world from different perspectives. Photography is more than just composition—it’s a visual language that conveys mood and meaning. In this presentation, Peter will explore some key ideas behind visual storytelling and composition.
Images for the October 27th Competition are due by Midnight tonight.
Submit your digital colour and monochrome images, up to 2 each category, to the Digital Chair, Katie Heykoop, digital@NiagaraPhoto.org by midnight, Tuesday, October 13, 2026.
See the NAPA Members Handbook for complete details.
A Mississauga-based freelance photographer specializing in Underwater Photography, Nature and Landscape, Paul will present his work spanning 55 years. He will discuss the equipment needed as well as technique, and will cover his post-processing workflow (noise reduction, Photoshop, etc.) Paul has travelled extensively, and his images have come from locations in North America, Europe, the Caribbean and other ocean locations around the world (where he has conducted over 3600 dives). His program promises to have broad appeal to both beginners and advanced photographers.
Images for the November 16th Competition are due by Midnight tonight.
Nature in Focus – Cecil Holmes
Outdoor and Nature Photography Seminar
See details here
An email with the Zoom link will be sent to members prior to the event.
Submit your digital colour and monochrome images, up to 2 each category, to the Digital Chair, Katie Heykoop, digital@NiagaraPhoto.org by midnight on Monday, November 2, 2026.
See the NAPA Members Handbook for complete details.
Please bring your mounted colour and monochrome prints, up to 6 in each category, to the meeting, complete with an entry card attached to the back of the print on the top right-hand corner.
Digital images of the prints must be submitted electronically to the Print Chair, Susan Dayboll, sdayboll@Niagaraphoto.org before the competition, when possible.
See the NAPA Members Handbook for complete details.
Back by popular demand, a fun and interactive evening that will give you some insight into what judges are thinking when they critique an image and give you the chance to sit in the hot seat.
Images for the December 14th Competition are due by Midnight tonight.
An email with the Zoom link will be sent to members prior to the event.
Submit your digital colour and monochrome images, up to 2 each category, to the Digital Chair, Katie Heykoop, digital@NiagaraPhoto.org by midnight on Monday, November 30, 2026.
See the NAPA Members Handbook for complete details.
The Annual Christmas Potluck takes place on Monday, December 14th. Bring a dish to share.
You’ve decided to take that trip- to photograph nature’s landscapes and wildlife in faraway, exotic locations. But how to prepare? The logistics of such a trip can be daunting. Join us as a group of our more “travelled” photographers walk you through topics such as equipment choices, guided tours vs. self-guided trips, transportation issues, and more. Presented by Linette Mori, Dave Bauer, Nora and Larry Mathewson, Dave Merrow
Images for the January 25th Competition are due by Midnight tonight.
An email with the Zoom link will be sent to members prior to the event.
Submit your digital colour and monochrome images, up to 2 each category, to the Digital Chair, Katie Heykoop, digital@NiagaraPhoto.org by midnight on Monday, January 11, 2027.
See the NAPA Members Handbook for complete details.
An email with the Zoom link will be sent to members before the event.
Still Life photography allows for a wide range of creativity and artistic expression. It’s easy to take a photo of an apple. Making it look compelling, mysterious, vibrant, or beautiful is another matter. The creative use of lighting can make the most mundane subject into a dramatic photo and breathe life into the ordinary. This presentation will focus on lighting as the most important element of still life photography. There will be examples and discussion of classic, high-key, low-key, and abstract still life. Hans will bring along some of the props and lighting that he uses to set up his shots and will present many practical tips and ideas to inspire your own still life photography. This program will be a presentation with lots of interaction. Members will be encouraged to participate with questions, comments and suggestions.
Images for the February 22nd Competition are due by Midnight tonight.
Submit your digital colour and monochrome images, up to 2 each category, to the Digital Chair, Katie Heykoop, digital@NiagaraPhoto.org by midnight on Monday, February 8, 2027.
See the NAPA Members Handbook for complete details.
An email with the Zoom link will be sent to members before the event.
What? A phone camera? Are you serious? In this era of bigger is better, “the best camera is (still) the one that’s with you”. Learn how to get the most out of that diminutive sensor!
Please bring your mounted colour and monochrome prints, up to 6 in each category, to the meeting, complete with an entry card attached to the back of the print on the top right-hand corner.
Digital images of the prints must be submitted electronically to the Print Chair, Susan Dayboll, sdayboll@Niagaraphoto.org before the competition, when possible.
See the NAPA Members Handbook for complete details.
From using his large collection of film cameras to his progressions in wet plate, Eric will explore the many creative possibilities of film photography. He’ll also delve a little into developing and multimedia printing using cyanotype to photography added to paintings. All done without Photoshop!