Welcome to our Website
The Gateway Photographers of Staten Island is a Photography Club that provides all photo enthusiasts a place to share images, discuss photographic experiences and learn from other members.
Our Membership is comprised of men and women of all ages with a vast variety of personal experience and styles. The activities we provide allow beginners an opportunity to learn and enjoy photography. Advancing to a higher level of excellence can easily be achieved by attending our programs.
Semi-Monthly Meetings
Meetings are held on the first and third Wednesdays starting at 7:30 PM from September through June. We are located at Sacred Heart School, corner of Castleton Ave. and North Burgher Ave.
Programs and Workshops
Through the programs offered at Gateway, individuals can learn the fundamentals of photography and special techniques in an entertaining and enjoyable style.
Our hands-on workshops also play an important role in Gateway's approach to teaching photography. Some of these include the use of models, animals and table top setups to demonstrate unusual techniques, not usually attempted by everyday shooters.
Every member and invited guest is given an opportunity to take part in the session, photographing the subjects and participating in the planned activities. There is always much to learn at each session because each workshop offers it's own unique set-up and technique for you to experiment with.
Field Trips The Club offers scheduled field trips to fun events and beautiful scenic locations.
This provides Members and Guests with an environment where camaraderie and friendship can flourish.
Please be advised, our field trips can be habit forming.
Photo Competitions
Our Monthly competitions provide an opportunity for members to showcase their inspirational images.
Submissions are critiqued by an experienced independant judge who offers suggestions on how to improve various photographic techniques.
The suggestions are offered as a benefit all and by doing so allows the competitions to function more as a self-improvement aid for creating more dynamic images, rather than just a competition between members.
All competitions are conducted in three individual categories: slides, black & white and color prints. Photos are Judged and Scored, those earning a score of "8" receive an Honorable Mention Certificate and those given a "9" score receives an Award Ribbon.
Our Year-End competition held at the end of May is the year's best and final highlight.
The purpose of this competition is to determine which photos are the "Best of the Best" of the year.
All qualified photos are reviewed by two judges who determine which entrys will receive the
"Photo of the Year" award for each category.
Even if you are just a casual photographer wanting to improve your photographic skills, we are here to help you.
Our more experienced members are always willing to assist, guide and advise those who seek help in improving their photography skills.
Still not convinced?
Feel free to stop by and experience it all for yourself.
Guests are always welcome to drop by at no cost or obligation.
The only requirement you need to join us is a passion for this wonderful hobby we all share, called...Photography.
Thank You for Stopping by.
Enjoy our "Fun with Photography" Slideshow below