About us
This is a group of folks of all levels who enjoy getting out, exploring, and photographing the great nature around us by visiting local parks in Virginia, Washington, DC, and Maryland around the I495 Beltway. We are planning to provide ways to get together to learn digital photography techniques and do some portrait and street photography. There is a Facebook Group at: https://www.facebook.com/groups/286732975305378
I wrote the Virginia Beltway Photography Meetup Group Guide Book which lists 25 locations that the group has visited. There is an Info to Know section with links for directions and information about the location, plus photographs I have taken at the locations. Here is the link to the paperback book and Kindle version: https://cutt.ly/VBPMGB_Amazon The website for the Guide Book is https://cutt.ly/VBPMGB and has an Update and Errata document that lists the changes in the Guide Book since it was first published.
Upcoming events
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Photograph Flying Circus and Balloon Festival - Sat., Sept. 19
5114 Ritchie Rd, Bealeton, VA, USI am going on Saturday, September 19th. Feel free to go when it works for you.
Save the date for a weekend of incredible views and memories to last a lifetime! Weather dependent, there will be a morning Hot Air Balloon launch followed by an afternoon airshow, and then an evening Hot Air Balloon launch on Saturday, Sept. 19th AND Sunday, Sept. 20th! Multiple chances to see our wonderful airshow and beautiful balloon launches!
http://www.flyingcircusairshow.com/balloon.html
Adults.............. $ 20.00
Military Members... $ 15.00*
(* w/valid Active/Reserve/Guard/Retired Military ID)
Children 5-12....... $ 10.00
Children Under 5...FREEParking is free.
What time does the Flying Circus open during the Balloon Festival?
Our gates open at 06:00 on both Saturday and Sunday. It is best to arrive well before 07:00, as the line to get in will often back up with late-arriving guests.My goal is to take photos of when the hot air balloons are inflated in the morning. I probably won't stay for the air show as I have seen it before.
The hot air balloon launch occurs twice daily between 7 a.m. and 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. and 8 p.m. The airshow runs from 1:30 p.m. to 3 p.m. Between 9 a.m. and 1:30 p.m., members can photograph the antique planes, meet with other members, or have lunch. Once ticketed, re-entry is permitted.
By sending in an RSVP and joining this meetup event hosted by the Virginia Beltway Photography Meetup, I am also agreeing 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
19 attendees
Photograph Scott Kelby's Worldwide Photo Walk® Oct. 3, 2026: 10AM
Woodly Park/Zoo Metro Station, NW, Washington, DC, USFor the 16th year, I will be leading Scott Kelby's Worldwide Photo Walk in Washington, DC. I will post more details as the walk gets closer.
To officially join the WWPW, go to
https://worldwidephotowalk.com/walk/washington-dc-streets/A Successful Walk Checklist:
Prep Camera(s) & Lens(es)
Charge Batteries
Sunscreen & Hand Sanitizer
Empty Cards
Bring Water
View T-Shirts: Coming Soon
Check the Forecast
Donate to a Great Cause (To Donate to The Springs Of Hope Kenya Orphanage - https://worldwidephotowalk.com/donate/)In the upper right corner is a link for Photo Walk Login and create your account there...
and register. There is a photo contest for the best photograph taken that day with some big prizes. Any photos uploaded here or on the Flickr Group do NOT qualify for the prizes.
REMINDER: You need to sign up on the World Wide Photo Walk website https://worldwidephotowalk.com/walk/washington-dc-streets/) to be a part of being an official Walker and enter the contest to win the prizes!
REGISTRATION is now open!
By sending in an RSVP and joining this meetup event hosted by the Virginia Beltway Photography Meetup, I am also agreeing 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.
4 attendees
Photograph Summit Point DRIFT NIRVANA® FoF/ToT - Sat. Oct 24
Summit Point Main, 201 Motorsports Park Cir Summit Point, WV 25446, Summit Point, WV, US# DRIFT NIRVANA® FEINT or FRIGHT (FoF)/Tunnel of Terror (ToT): October 24 and October 25
https://www.facebook.com/driftnirvana
To gain entry for free as a media representative, you must complete the registration and be approved. If your name is not on this website, expect to pay ($15 online and $20 at the door).
https://www.motorsportreg.com/index.cfm/event/event.status/uidEvent/678CCBC9-96F1-D6D8-F8BFC1004916CF06$20 online and $25 at the door per person
https://events.summitpointmp.com/products/october-25-26-2025-drift-nirvana-feint-or-frightEvent Schedule (subject to change):
7:30-8:45 Tech and Registration
8:45 Driver's meeting and then Media meeting
9:00 - 12:00 Hot Track
12:00 - 1:00 Lunch break
1:00 - 5:00 Hot Track
5:00 End of DayMedia sign-up: https://www.motorsportreg.com/events/drift-nirvana-media-credential-request-2026-summit-point-motorsports-park-064673
There is a place to have lunch at the track that is not too bad...
See cars race around the track and burn rubber like in Fast and Furious.
Bring: Water, fully charged batteries, empty cards, tripod, comfortable shoes
Share only your very best, most interesting shots after the field trip and keep it down to between 5 and 10 photos.
By sending in an RSVP and joining this meetup event hosted by the Virginia Beltway Photography Meetup, I am also agreeing 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.
3 attendees
Attend Mid-Atlantic Photo Visions Event 2026 Conference - Nov 7-8
George Mason University (Mason Square), 3351 Fairfax Dr, Arlington, VA, USTHIS IS AN INFORMATIONAL meeting - For complete details, check out their website: https://midatlanticphotovisions.org
Mid-Atlantic Photo Visions will be held at George Mason University, Mason Square, located in Arlington, Virginia, roughly 4 miles west of Washington, D.C.
This year’s show will include presentations, hands-on workshops, an awards presentation from our photo competitions, and multiple vendors.
5 attendees
Past events
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