Photography as a Conservation Tool Benjamin Forbes is a wildlife and conservation photographer working closely with the NYC Plover Project and the National Park Service to support the protection of endangered shorebirds along New York City’s beaches. In this presentation, Benjamin will share images and field stories from several years of working on the frontContinue reading “January 20, Tuesday, 6:30pm EST (via in-person & on Zoom) – Benjamin Forbes”
Author Archives: Sierra Photo NYC
From The Board – January 2026
Outings Thank you to everyone who showed interest in helping run future outings. In the new year, Charles will put together a Zoom meeting for all volunteers to connect. If you would still like to participate, it is not too late. Just send Charles an email at cdexter337@aol.com. Exhibition Committee If you volunteered to beContinue reading “From The Board – January 2026”
Members’ Night, Tuesday, December 16 at 6:30pm EST (via Zoom only)
December will be our first Members’ Night of the season! The meeting will take place on Zoom only. You may submit up to 8 nature-themed images. Format each as a JPEG file, sRGB format at 72 pixels per inch, with 1920 pixels on the long side. Label each with your name and a sequential numberContinue reading “Members’ Night, Tuesday, December 16 at 6:30pm EST (via Zoom only)”
November 11, Tuesday, 6:30pm EST (via in-person & on Zoom) – Jessica Kende
Lightroom Tips + Adobe MAX Preview As a Lightroom product designer, Jessica Kende will be sharing how Lightroom empowers nature photographers to bring out the best in their images—from subtle tonal adjustments to dramatic transformations. She’ll explore with you Lightroom’s editing tools, AI-powered features, and mobile workflows that make it easier than ever to enhanceContinue reading “November 11, Tuesday, 6:30pm EST (via in-person & on Zoom) – Jessica Kende”
BWAC Members Exhibition
New Yorkers Capturing Nature was held June 7–29, 2025 at the Brooklyn Waterfront Artists Coalition in Red Hook, Brooklyn. It was designed to showcase how we, as photographers, see nature throughout the city from a variety of perspectives—ranging from up-close details to sweeping, wide-angle views and everything in between. We encourage unique interpretations of natureContinue reading “BWAC Members Exhibition”
Remembering Don Young 1933-2025
We are saddened by the passing of longtime member Don Young. He was with the former New York City Sierra Club Photography Committee (now re-named Sierra Club Photo NYC) since the early years of its founding, fifty years ago. He died September 4th at the Amsterdam Nursing Home in New York City from heart problemsContinue reading “Remembering Don Young 1933-2025”
October 14th, Tuesday, 6:30pm EST (via Zoom only) -Chris Murray
The Subjective Landscape Many landscape photographs can be considered objective representations that are little more than recordings of actual appearances. However, they can also be subjective in that they are a creative and personally expressive response that reflects the photographer’s thoughts and feelings. In this presentation Chris will distinguish two schools of thought in landscapeContinue reading “October 14th, Tuesday, 6:30pm EST (via Zoom only) -Chris Murray”
Sierra Photo NYC is now Sierra Club Photo NYC
Our club has gone through a number of name changes throughout our 50 year existence. This season marks time for one more iteration. The board has decided to rename our group Sierra Club Photo NYC. The reason for adding “Club” to our existing name, is to bring awareness that our group is associated with theContinue reading “Sierra Photo NYC is now Sierra Club Photo NYC”
Sierra Photo NYC’s 50th Anniversary Celebration! Tuesday, September 16th, 2025
We’re kicking off a new season by celebrating a major milestone — 50 years as a photography group! Join us in person at the School of Visual Arts as we reflect on our journey, looking back at the first 50 years and ahead to where we’re going together. This will be a great opportunity forContinue reading “Sierra Photo NYC’s 50th Anniversary Celebration! Tuesday, September 16th, 2025”
Members’ Night, Tuesday, June 10 at 6:30 pm EST (via Zoom only)
This month will be our last Members’ Night of the season! The meeting will take place on June 10th, the second Tuesday of the month, and will be held on Zoom only. You may submit up to 8 nature-themed images. Format each as a JPEG file, sRGB format at 72 pixels per inch, with 1920Continue reading “Members’ Night, Tuesday, June 10 at 6:30 pm EST (via Zoom only)”
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