Welcome to The Photo Exchange.org
The Photo Exchange.org is a non-profit membership organization dedicated to promoting photography as a fine art.
Based in Irvine, California, we have been hosting monthly meetings since 1990 in Orange County, CA.
Welcome, please bookmark and visit regularly to view our current activities and important information about The Photo Exchange.
We meet on the third Thursday of each month at the Irvine Fine Arts Center from 6:30-9:30pm. The center is located at 14321 Yale St. in the city of Irvine. For meeting dates and directions select the Calendar of Events.
Our monthly meetings are centered on an evening of constructive image critiques. All members are encouraged to bring up to five images for review. Every effort is made to provide an open and friendly atmosphere for the critiques. Great feedback is provided from a variety of imaging perspectives.
Discussions are positive and encourage the growth of the imaging arts.
Visitors are welcome to attend a few meetings before paying a membership of $36 per year. Membership benefits go beyond the meetings held each month. Every year an anniversary party is held in April. The annual event is a highlight for members who wish to participate in the print exchange. In addition to the food and good conversation, before the evening is over, every participant will make a selection for their print exchange.
This website is another benefit made possible through our membership support. There is also The Photo Exchange blog created, and maintained by Photo Exchange dedicated members Doug Stockdale and Gerhard Clausing. The blog is packed with useful photographic events, happenings and information. The blog is accessed by visiting www.thephotoexchange.wordpress.com
We have many other projects in development for our members. Stay tuned for further announcements.
The Photographers' Exchange group prides itself on the diversity of its membership. There are several members who work in a very traditional manner, while others are very experimental in concept and technique. We have never thought of ourselves as an exclusive organization; all levels of skill and ability are welcome. The meetings are a place where an “exchange” of ideas is encouraged and supported. Please come by and visit us at The Irvine Fine Arts Center on any third Thursday of the month. We encourage you to view and enjoy our members' work here at The Photo Exchange.org
Check Us Out on Facebook. This is a membership group as well so be patient with any submission requests.
Events
Exchange Thursday Meetings
We meet the third Thursday of every month unless otherwise noted here.
Frequently Asked Questions
“Working with thephotoexchange.org has been a truly enriching experience. This group has a passion for fine art photography and remarkable dedication to the physical print.”
- Bill Edwards, MFA
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About Us
The Photo Exchange is a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting photography as a fine art. We believe in the power of photography to inspire, connect, and create meaningful experiences. Since 1990, we have been bringing together photographers, artists, and enthusiasts to share their passion for the art of photography.