What we’re about
Mission Statement: We are a friendly group of photography enthusiasts dedicated to the advancement of photography as art, hobby and profession.
We help our members reach for their creative potential by:
· Sharing ideas and information on all aspects of photography.
· Providing regular programs and competitions for members.
· Creating a space for constructive dialogue, feedback and criticism.
· Providing advice, help and encouragement.
· Providing or sponsoring lectures, demonstrations, and exhibitions for the benefit of the community.
· Providing opportunities for good fellowship and mutual aid.
All levels are welcome, digital or film: New to photography, hobbyists, part-timers, even pros: Meet others in the area that are also interest in photography! Each meeting has a different topic; if you are interested in that topic, then RSVP "Yes" and come to the meeting. If you are not interested -no problem! -but please RSVP with "no".
Copyright notice: All material on this site or any Photo SA web presence is copyrighted by the Photo SA camera club. All rights reserved. Written material on any Photo SA web presence may not be used without the club's permission. All rights to the photographs that appear on any Photo SA web presence are retained by the photographer who created them. Please note, Photo SA may share images submitted for meetings or contests for use elsewhere (for example, social media web sites) without obtaining permission of the photographer who created the image(s).
Photo SA Disclaimer: Participation in any PhotoSA event is voluntary. Each person who attends/participates in PhotoSA events assumes full responsibility and liability for themselves and their guests. PhotoSA does not assume any liability or responsibility for individuals participating in PhotoSA events.
Upcoming events (4)
See all- Photo SA "Tracing the Thread” Thurs. Sept. 11Needs location
The Photo SA update (monthly)
- Next event: "Tracing the Thread” by John Hendrick
- Portrait Profits - photo business class (free) every Monday
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1. "Tracing the Thread”
An Evening with John Hendrick
📅 When: Thursday September 11th, 6:30-8 PM
PRESENTATION DESCRIPTION
In this talk, John Hendrick unpacks the quiet narrative running through his work, one shaped by transition, presence, and the power of showing up with a camera in hand. Through projects like NEXUS, Field Notes, and Interwoven Cities, John reflects on how photography became a tool not just for seeing, but for staying grounded after decades of global service as a Navy Corpsman.He shares insights into developing long-form personal work, cultivating vision through repetition, and approaching everyday environments with intentionality. From the streets of San Antonio to international features with Leica and Capture One, John discusses how walking the same streets for years revealed stories he didn’t know he was telling until the work came together.
This talk isn’t just about cameras or composition, it’s about tracing your own thread through the noise of life, and honoring the moments you don’t yet realize are significant. A live Q&A will follow.
(bio at the end of this message*)Event Details:
Date: Thursday, Sept. 11th
Time: 6:30 - 8PM
Location: TBD
Cost: $10 suggested donation (voluntary -to help cover costs)
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Link to our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/photosa/
******2. PORTRAIT PROFITS - photo business class (free) every Monday at noon, except for the 2nd Monday of each month when its moved to 6:30 in the evening. (no RSVP, just show up!) Livestreamed to the Portrait Profits Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/PortraitProfits
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Jim Landers
text/call 210.663.0558
jim@LandersPhotoSchool.com#PhotoSA #UpliftingPhotographers #LandersPhotographySchool #Photographers #photographymeetups #SanAntonio #Finerworks
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*More about our speaker:
John Hendrick is a New York-born, San Antonio–based photographer whose work explores memory, movement, and the tension between chaos and clarity. A 23-year U.S. Navy Corpsman turned visual artist, his practice draws from lived experience, fusing street photography with fine art sensibilities. His images have been featured by Leica Mexico, Leica Portugal, and Leica Latin America, as well as Capture One, and he is a regular contributor to both Pepper Magazine and The Raw Society.John’s work has been published in a range of local and international publications and exhibited across gallery spaces. He has appeared as a guest on several photography and creative podcasts, offering insight into the evolving role of art, resilience, and storytelling. Currently an instructor at UTSA Arts, he also serves as a brand ambassador for Unbound Merino and Caddis Eyewear, brands that reflect his commitment to intentional design and everyday utility.
Through his evolving projects, including Field Notes, Homeland, Interwoven Cities, and most recently NEXUS, John invites viewers to pause, observe, and reconsider the overlooked moments that shape our lives.
