Resources
Digital Photography Lab Resources
The photography facility at Club House 4 is equipped with an array of equipment and supplies for use by Camera Club Members.
Digital Computer Lab
The Digital Computer Lab is equipped with one iMac computer, one Windows 7 PC and two Windows XP PCs. Each computer is equipped with several versions of Photoshop, Photoshop Elements, ProShow Gold, and Professional software for editing images and software for scanning slides and photos to create digital images. There are also three photo-quality printers installed which can be accessed from any of the four computers. The Epson 4800 Professional Printer will print photos from 8.5 inches wide to 17 inches wide on sheet paper stock or on roll paper stock. Also available are one Nikon Slide or Negative Film Strip Scanner and one Epson Flat Bed Scanner, which will scan from slides, negative film strips or printed photos.
Each resident member is allocated five 8.5” x 11” prints per week; non-residents pay a fee for supplies and resident members pay the same fee for the sixth and subsequent 8.5” x 11” prints in any week and all larger size prints. Fee schedules are posted above the respective printers, and charge slips are available for member use. Fees are payable by cash or check to the Camera Club.
The Digital Computer Lab is open and supervised daily Monday through Friday from 9am to noon and 1pm to 4pm and Saturday from 9am to noon. Supervisors are present to monitor equipment and activity, but are not expected to have knowledge of all equipment and software programs. Stop in during open hours and use the equipment as it is available or you can reserve slots of time on any computer by signing up in advance on the reservation schedule.
Be sure to bring your images to the Digital Computer Lab on removable Flash Disk or Rewritable CD and store all your work onto the removable media when you end your session; images and files left on the computers will be deleted periodically.
Mat Cutting Room
The Mat Cutting Room is equipped with tools and supplies for cutting Mats and mounting prints. All users pay a fee for supplies used.
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Saddleback College Emeritus Institute
The Saddleback College Emeritus Institute was established as an educational opportunity for the pursuite and enhancement of lifelong learning, primarily for the older adult. As such, the Emeritus Institute offers several photography-related courses that meet in the Photography Classroom of Clubhouse 4. The Emeritus Institute has an office in Clubhouse 4 where you can pick up a copy of the catalog that lists semester courses. You can also access information about the Emeritus Institute Classes online at http://www.saddleback.edu/emeritus/.
Ideas for Local Shoots
Heritage Hill Historical Park, Lake Forest
Heritage Hill Historical Park, near the Ralphs Shopping Center at Serrano and Lake Forest Drive in Lake Forest has historical buildings and old farm equipment that you can photograph. The park is open on Wednesday through Sunday from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. Admission is free. During the school year, be aware that groups of school children frequently tour the park in the mornings, so it is best to plan your visit for the afternoon.
Flower Fields
The 50-acre Flower Fields in Carlsbad is a great place to shoot spring blooms. The site is open only between March 1 and May 13 in 2012, so be sure to plan a visit. Hours are from 9:00 am to 6:00 pm daily. Admission is $11 for adults and $10 for seniors who are 60+.
Laguna Niguel Regional Park
Laguna Niguel Regional Park at 28241 LaPaz Road offers opportunities for images of Great White egrets, geese, and squirrels before noon. A small stream flows through the park near the entrance. Further into the park there is a lake with fishing from the shore and small boats.
Segerstrom Center for the Arts
The Segerstrom Center for the Arts in Costa Mesa provides good opportunities for architectural images and reflections. Be aware that security guards are very protective and might ask you to leave.
Soka University
Soka University offers excellent opportunities for architectural images. The fountains in front of the complex are active subjects in early morning. Late afternoon offers great opportunities for architectural studies with shadows and reflections.
Union Station, Los Angeles
Take the Metrolink into Union Station for an opportunity to photograph this art deco architectural treasure. Tripods are not allowed, but you can freely roam the site and take unlimited hand-held shots. Be sure to increase your ISO for the dim lighting.
Share your favorite locations for photography in Southern California. Send email to Elaine Randolph (webmaster) about your favorite locales, any links associated with them, and other tips (such as the best time of year or best time of day to photograph that locale).