Photo by Bob Baikauskas
Lincoln Hills
Photography Club
The Photo Club is comprised of residents of the Sun City Lincoln Hills community in Lincoln, CA.
Below is a list of our monthly meetings and activities
General Meeting - 2nd Wednesday @ 9:00AM
The General Meeting, in Kilaga Presentation Hall usually features a guest speaker on a specific aspect of photography. It also is a forum to discuss current and upcoming events of interest.
Summaries of General Meeting Presentations are archived HERE
YouTube links to General Meeting videos are HERE
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Board Meeting, OC Multipurpose Room - Monday before the General Meeting @ 9:00AM
Board Meetings are open to any current Photography Club member. Copies of the approved "Board Meeting Minutes" are posted HERE
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Exhibits
Exhibitions offer club members an avenue to show their photographs. Some use these occasions as an opportunity to sell their work. Find information on current and upcoming exhibits below. Overview of our Exhibit Efforts can be found HERE
Field Trips and Great Adventures
To learn more about above planned, recent and past trips and adventures HERE
Facebook Page
This “member only” tool is used to communicate photography ideas, promising sites, area photography activities, and conversation
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To join, click link: LHPC Facebook
Special Learning Session (SLS) (was Photography Special Interest Group) - 1st Wednesday @ 9:00AM
The Special Learning Session (SLS) includes exploration of camera settings, composition tips, post processing tools, smart phone photography, and specialized areas such as bird and Milky Way photography. The presentations are developed to take into consideration the needs of beginner and intermediate photographers, as well as, a refresher for more advanced users. Speakers and suggestions are welcome. Slide shows are posted on the club website for future viewing. For more info go to the SLS's Webpage HERE
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General Meeting
October 8, 2025, 9:00am
Kilaga Springs Presentation Hall
The presentation will begin with a definition of street photography and examples created bu famous street photographers, such as Henri Cartier-Bresson, Gary Winogrand, Saul Leiter, Robert Frank, Vivian Maier snf Jay Maisel. Techniques and camera settings will be discussed, as well as approaches to street photography. The balance of the presentation will be filled with examples from David's portfolio.
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See David Robertson's presentation by clicking [HERE].
STREET PHOTOGRAPHY
Presented by David Robertson
David Robertson
Holiday Breakfast and Social
Tickets on Sale at the October and November General Meetings!
Tickets are going on sale for our annual Holiday Breakfast Buffet— a member favorite event that you don’t want to miss! The buffet will be on December 5 in the Orchard Creek Ballroom which will open at 8:30 AM for social time. The breakfast buffet will begin at 9:00 AM. The ticket price is only $12 and tickets will be available at the Oct and Nov General Meetings. If you miss purchasing at the General Meetings, you can reserve a spot and pay at the door by first contacting Diane Margetts at dmargett@yahoo.com or 916-955-1809 (phone/text).
Don’t miss out on this fun, annual holiday event!
Special Learning Learning Session using Snapseed Editing Software
October 6th & 20th, 2025​
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Want to make your phone photos pop with just a few taps? Join us for a fun, hands-on introduction to Snapseed, a powerful (and free!) photo editing app. In just two hours, you’ll learn how to quickly enhance your images, fix common problems, and add creative flair, all from your smartphone or tablet.​​​
When:
Part 1 Monday, Oct 6, 2025 and
Part 2 Monday, October 20, 2025
Where:
Multi-Media Room
Time
1:00 pm - 3:00 PM
Instructor: Cokie Lepinski
Experience: All Levels
Snapseed Images- Apple Version
Equipment Required:
Smartphone or Tablet with the Snapseed App Installed. See Google Play and Apple Store links below. Maximum # of Participants: 12
Registration: REQUIRED. Please cancel if you are unable to make it, so that we can extend to the waiting list.
Register by emailing the instructor, Cokie Lepinski, CokieL@gmail.com
Reflections, Color, and Light: Hands-On Photo Play
A Special Learning Session - November 3, 2025
1-3 pm
Join us for a fun and interactive two-hour photography workshop to discover creative ways to photograph reflections and vibrant abstracts. You'll rotate through 3-4 fun shooting stations using a variety of inexpensive or common items. Whether you use a smartphone, DSLR, or mirrorless camera, you'll learn simple, effective techniques to craft eye-catching images. No special equipment needed—just bring your camera and curiosity!
​You will need to know the basics of your camera body or smartphone app you use to shoot photos (such as how to shoot macro on your device), but beyond that, no real experience is needed. The stations are designed for ease, and tripods are generally discouraged due to limited space in our room. If you're using a DSLR or mirrorless camera, bringing a macro lens can help you capture especially vivid close-up details.
​Instructor: Cokie Lepinski, Email: CokieL@gmail.com, www.CokieLepinski.com
Experience level - all levels
Equipment required: smartphone or camera body (and if you have a macro lens, all the better, but you can do fine with a telephoto zoom lens).
Date: Monday, November 3, 2025, 1-3 pm
Location: Orchard Creek’s Multi-media room (near restrooms closest to the WellFit end of Orchard Creek)
Max participants: 12
Registration: REQUIRED. Please cancel if you are unable to make it so that we can extend an invite to those on the waiting list.
Register by emailing the instructor, Cokie Lepinski, CokieL@gmail.com
Candy Tray
Photos by: Cokie Lepinski
Solar Serenade
SOCIAL COMMITTEE OPENING
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We have an opening on the social committee so here is your opportunity! Duties include:
-Recommending events, menus, etc., to the board
-Selling tickets for upcoming events.
-Organizing and working at the events
If you are interested in helping out, please contact Diane Margetts at dmargett@yahoo.com or by text at 916-955-1809
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FOTO OP - California Swan Festival 2025
November 6 through 9th, 2025
This is an opportunity to view and photograph a variety of migrating and local bird species at multiple locations around Sacramento (1 to 2 hours average drive time from Lincoln). The Swan Festival is made up of sixteen different tours. To see where each tour is bird focus, locations, times and cost, please use the following link. Tours & Workshops – California Swan Festival
Since we couldn’t just pick one tour as a field trip, we suggest reviewing the tours and picking one that appeals to you. As members share who is going where, we will distribute this information with those attending to help with car-pooling or sharing photographic opportunities together. To register for a tour, use this site. Registration – California Swan Festival. Registration starts Oct 7th. Please email Jim at jimlhpc@gmail.com once you sign-up.
Field Trip
NEVADA CITY VICTORIAN CHRISTMAS FIELD TRIP
December 17, 2025 5pm to 9pm Nevada City
Christmas is right around the corner. Join fellow club members to capture the spirit of the holidays on Main Street as Victorian-attired carolers and other folks walk the streets. Off Main Street are the Victorian-style homes dressed for the holidays.
And, one significant advantage is that we don't have to worry about driving and parking. Our Sun City Lifestyle team has arranged bus transportation. See the Sun City website, under Life Styles Day Events. Victorian Christmas in Nevada City Event #: LST598 Cost is $60. Bus leaves Orchard Creek lodge at 4 pm and returns at 10 pm. Tickets go fast.​ If you wish to drive, parking can be a challenge, there is some public parking available and a shuttle service from Nevada County Rood Center - 950 Maidu Avenue, Nevada City ($7 adult). Recommend going early.
We are planning a group dinner. More Information to follow.
Nevada City Victorian Christmas - Nevada City, California
Death Valley National Park Field Trip
March 16th to 20th, 2026, 4 nights
Join fellow members and discover the beauty of Death Valley’s many geological and historical sites. We will cover sunrises, sunsets and the dark skies this week will create some great astrophotography opportunities. Photo instructional sessions will be provided by our Truman Holtzclaw. Looks like a number of our experienced photographer members will be joining us who always are willing to share their knowledge and provide a few tips.
Heather Brown has worked hard to secure special group discount rates at Stovepipe Wells Village, in the heart of Death Valley. Please contact Heather right away regarding all accommodations and pricing to ensure obtaining a room at favorable rates.
More details to follow on photo locations and itinerary. Your field trip leaders are Heather Brown, Rick Maness and Nancy Whitaker. For more information, please email Heather at: heatherbrown.lhpc@gmail.com
Please let her know if you will be attending.
MEMBER DEATH VALLEY SLIDESHOW VIDEOS:
The slide shows below were prepared following a previous Death Valley field trip taken in 2016 by members of the Lincoln Hills Photography Club. The images were contributed through the creativity of Truman Holtzclaw, Les Thomas, Kathy Houston and Charlie Schuman. Truman Holtzclaw narrated the presentations. Click on the video links below to view:
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Click on Photo to go to the Respective Gallery Page on this Website
Photo by Michael Deal
Photo by Mike Johnson
Exhibits
Photographer: O Truman Holtzclaw
Rhonda Campbell, Exhibit Coordinator Provides Orchard Creek "Alcove" July 1 - 31, 2025 Exhibit Update
This exhibit included 13 Photographers with 26 photographs displayed. We SOLD a total of 8 photographs, with one a reprint.
Participating Club Photographers include:
Allen Adler, Bob Baikauskas, Rhonda Campbell, Glen Fidler, Truman Holzclaw, Madeline Jacquot, Mike Johnson – 1 Sold, Maggie Rose McGurk, Pat Monda, Jim Sakaguchi – 1 Sold, Carol Smith – Sold 3 with one commissioned for reprint - Sold, Steve Stewart – 2 Sold, Simon Vu -1, and Larry White.​​
Exhibit Details Document
Buonarroti's Restaurant Exhibit Beginning 8/15/2025 and ending 12/15/2025
Photo by Vicki White
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Photographers for the current exhibit include Ron Nabity, Greg Geren, Jim Sakaguchi, and Vern Rogers. A total of 16 photographs are on exhibit.
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Please consider demonstrating our appreciation to the Manager/Chef at Buonarroti Restaurant by visiting their website below, reviewing their menu, and reserving a table for a delicious meal.
​Buonarroti’s Ristorante - www.buonarrotis.com
460 Lincoln Blvd. Lincoln, Ph: 916-645-7951
​Questions? Contact Denise Souza, Buonarroti Exhibit Coordinator, at dlsouza0129@gmail.com.
Current Exhibit - Kilaga Springs Spa
Kilaga Springs Spa currently has an exhibit.
Themes of the photo images, which must be followed for each Spa room, are: Ponds, Beaches, Lakes, Meadows, Forests, Streams and also Landscapes and Flowers.
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Photo by Jim Moon
Current Exhibit - Simple Pleasures
The next call for photographs for the Simple Pleasures Restaurant exhibit will be announced in September 2025. Visit this page, check our President's updates, or check your email for updates.
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Simple Pleasures Restaurant Exhibit Coordinator :
Denise Souza
Cell: 916-300-1536
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Photo by Klara Kleman
Application to Exhibit
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SCLH Photography Club Facebook Page
This is a place for SCLH Photography Club Members to have a conversation about photography, cameras, and places to shoot photography in the area. You can ask a specific "how to" or "where can I find..." or "how can I improve this shot?" or "thinking of going to.....does anyone want to come too?" You can post great photography-related websites that others might like. Use your creativity. The SCLH Photography Facebook page is a PRIVATE page. Only members of LH Photography Club can join this Facebook page, and they cannot invite family nor friends.
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To join click on the link below, and Kate or Heather will send an invitation to your email address. The link in the invitation will time out in 48 hours. OR send an email to heatherbrown.lhpc@gmail.com . She will reply to you with the link for the Facebook page. Click on the link and wait for Kate or Heather to authorize entry.
To join, use this link: LHPC Facebook