Virginia Beltway Photography Meetup

Informational Event—David may or may not attend

You can park at Jones Point Park
https://maps.app.goo.gl/QxhX31ioQTGnnwU29

Walk south under the Woodard Wilson Bridge, and there is a fishing pier to see the fireworks to the left of the Ferris wheel.

We will meet at the pier: https://maps.app.goo.gl/Te99T6iSz7YqfwS59

• You do need a lens around 100mm (full frame equivalent).
• Sunset is at 4:49 pm
• The Fireworks start at 5:30 PM
• Tripods are necessary for long exposures.
• Fireworks only last for about 5-6 minutes.

Typical camera setting:
Manual Mode

• Shutter Speed: 2-3 secs
• Aperture: f/11
• ISO: 100
• Use a remote shutter mechanism (wireless or cable).
• Use a tripod

By sending in an RSVP and joining this meetup event hosted by the Virginia Beltway Photography Meetup, I agree to abide by the rules and regulations (where applicable) of the event location. I also agree to the terms of the following release and waiver of liability, which shall be binding on my heirs, executors, administrators, successors, and assigns. In consideration of my (and my child’s) participation in the Virginia Beltway Photography Meetup, I do hereby release, discharge, and hold harmless the Organizer, its members, officers, directors, employees, and the leader(s) of this event from any and all liability by reason of any damage, loss, expenses, or injury arising from my (and my child’s) participation in this event, including that caused solely or in part by the fault of any and all of the above-named parties.

Informational Event—David may or may not attend

You can park at Jones Point Park
https://maps.app.goo.gl/QxhX31ioQTGnnwU29

Walk south under the Woodard Wilson Bridge, and there is a fishing pier to see the fireworks to the left of the Ferris wheel.

We will meet at the pier: https://maps.app.goo.gl/Te99T6iSz7YqfwS59

• You do need a lens around 100mm (full frame equivalent).
• Sunset is at 4:53 pm
• The Fireworks start at 5:30 PM
• Tripods are necessary for long exposures.
• Fireworks only last for about 5-6 minutes.

Typical camera setting:
Manual Mode

• Shutter Speed: 2-3 secs
• Aperture: f/11
• ISO: 100
• Use a remote shutter mechanism (wireless or cable).
• Use a tripod

By sending in an RSVP and joining this meetup event hosted by the Virginia Beltway Photography Meetup, I agree to abide by the rules and regulations (where applicable) of the event location. I also agree to the terms of the following release and waiver of liability, which shall be binding on my heirs, executors, administrators, successors, and assigns. In consideration of my (and my child’s) participation in the Virginia Beltway Photography Meetup, I do hereby release, discharge, and hold harmless the Organizer, its members, officers, directors, employees, and the leader(s) of this event from any and all liability by reason of any damage, loss, expenses, or injury arising from my (and my child’s) participation in this event, including that caused solely or in part by the fault of any and all of the above-named parties.

Meeting in the big room at George Mason Library in Annandale, VA, for a get-together to celebrate this Meetup group being 11 years old! We will have food and drink. Bring your favorite prints (2 max and any size) that you took in 2025, and bonus points if they were taken at a Virginia Beltway Photography Meetup. This year we will have three prizes: for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd.

Please review the Meeting Room Terms & Conditions. Only light refreshments, such as granola bars and bottled water, are permitted. Additionally, the meeting room must be cleared no later than 5:55 p.m. Users are responsible for room setup, including arrangement of tables and chairs, and cleanup, including returning furniture to its original placement. Setup/cleanup time should be included in the reservation. Groups are expected to leave rooms in an orderly condition promptly at the conclusion of the reserved time.