Manhattan Miniature Camera Club
Since 1933

Join us If you’d like to

Improve your photography skills
Mentoring available to new members
Engage a forum where you can show your work
Learn from presentations on a range of topics
Share your love of photography
Enter monthly competitions
Participate in small group photo outings and workshops

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From Anywhere in the World! We're on Zoom!

The Manhattan Miniature Camera Club (MMCC), a long-standing photo club in New York, now hosts all its competitions online, eliminating geographical barriers. With internet access, you can effortlessly join our monthly contests through a Zoom meeting. Sit on your sofa, learn the latest photography techniques, and share your understanding of beauty with photography enthusiasts worldwide.

Our monthly competitions are divided into different groups for experienced photographers and beginners. Submit photos you want feedback on and/or challenge yourself in the special theme. Regardless of your skill level, you'll receive guidance from professional photographer judges during each competition.

Join us and immerse yourself in the global photography community without leaving your home!

Questions? Call us!

Carol

212-595-6328

Joel

718-309-1157

Upcoming Events

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The MMCC's season runs from September to June. Throughout the season, MMCC yearly members can participate in monthly competitions. These competitions have two main categories: an "Open" category and a "Themed" category. The Open category is split into two skill levels: "Basic" for beginners and newer members, and "Salon" for our more advanced and professional photographers. In the Themed category, however, everyone competes together, giving new photographers a chance to challenge our most experienced members.

Mon, Dec 08
Competition: Natural Landscapes with Judge Jordan Basem
Details
Dec 08, 2025, 6:45 PM – 8:30 PM EST
Online Meeting
Nature photography which can include the "hand of man" Judge: Jordan Basem
Mon, Jan 12
Competition -- Abstract Images with Judge Sylvain Durand
Details
Jan 12, 2026, 6:45 PM – 8:30 PM EST
Online meeting
Use shapes, patterns and textures to create an abstract image Judge: Sylvain Durand
Mon, Jan 26
Program: Photo Conversation: What makes an image artistic?
Details
Jan 26, 2026, 6:45 PM – 8:45 PM EST
Online Meeting
Members will discuss and present images that address the artistic dimension of photography
Mon, Feb 09
Competition: The Overlooked with Judge Kenneth Hoffman
Details
Feb 09, 2026, 6:45 PM – 8:30 PM EST
Online meeting
Photograph what is often unseen!
Mon, Feb 23
The Art of Cropping with Anastasia Tompkins
Details
Feb 23, 2026, 6:45 PM – 8:45 PM EST
Online Meeting
Acclaimed photographer Anastasia Tompkins will share her secrets about how to crop compelling images
Mon, Mar 09
Competition -- Echoes of the Past with Judge ChatCPT!
Details
Mar 09, 2026, 6:45 PM – 8:45 PM EDT
Online meeting
Judge: ChatGPT!
Mon, Mar 23
Program: Wildlife Photography with Angela Poggioni
Details
Mar 23, 2026, 6:45 PM – 8:45 PM EDT
Online meeting
Join master wildlife photographer Angela Poggioni for a discussion of the art of wildlife photography
Mon, Apr 13
Competition -- Minimalism
Details
Apr 13, 2026, 6:45 PM – 8:30 PM EDT
Online Meeting
Simplicity, negative space and a minaml number of elements used to capture a compelling image Judge: Pete Kolonia
Mon, Apr 27
You Be the Judge
Details
Apr 27, 2026, 6:45 PM – 8:45 PM EDT
Online Meeting
Members take turns judging submitted photos
Mon, May 04
Competition -- Wildlife
Details
May 04, 2026, 6:45 PM – 8:30 PM EDT
Online Meeting
Photos of wild animals in their natural environment Judge: Anastasia Tompkins
Mon, May 18
Best of Year!
Details
May 18, 2026, 6:45 PM – 8:30 PM EDT
Online Meeting
Members can submit six from those they entered into this year's competitions. The submitted photos can be modified from original submissions. They will be judged by three judges to determine Best of Year

Blog - Tips, News & Stories

This is your one-stop hub for all club news and for resources to elevate your photography skills.

In this section, you will find:

Club Newsletters: Stay informed with our latest activities, member stories, and important announcements.
Photography Tips & Techniques: We will continuously share practical tips, post-processing guides, creative inspiration, and any knowledge from our seasoned members and pro photographers to help you capture better images.

Check back often to explore, learn, and grow with us on your photographic journey!

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