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Join the West Texas Photographic Society

Explore the art of photography with fellow enthusiasts in the heart of Abilene. Connect, learn, and grow your skills with us.

About the West Texas Photographic Society

The West Texas Photographic Society is dedicated to fostering a vibrant community of photographers in Abilene. Our mission is to inspire creativity and passion for photography among members of all skill levels. We offer monthly meetings, workshops, and exhibitions to support and showcase the talents of our members. Join us to share your love for photography and be part of a supportive and dynamic community.

Membership Guidelines

Monthly Meetings

Attend our monthly gatherings to discuss techniques and share insights.  All meetings are open to the public so bring a friend!

No Membership Required

Six Monthly Image Competitions

Assigned theme image competitions help sharpen the members’ photography skills

Membership Required

Presentations/Workshops

Participate in hands-on presentations/workshops led by experienced members and photographers.

No Membership Required

Annual Exhibition

Showcase your work in our community annual exhibition held during May-June at the Center For Contemporary Arts.

Membership Required

Annual Membership

Gain access to all events and resources with an annual membership.

$20 

Upcoming Events

March Monthly Meeting

5:30PM - 7:30PM
March 20, 2025 - Image Competition

The assigned theme for the March meeting is Lone Tree.

April Monthly Meeting

5:30PM - 7:30PM
April 17, 2025 - Image Competition

The assigned theme for the April meeting is Water Reflections.

May Monthly Meeting

5:30PM - 7:30PM
May 15, 2025 - Image Competition

The assigned theme for the May meeting is Old Signs.

WTPS Annual Exhibit

11AM - 5PM
May 8, 2025 - June 28, 2025, Center For Contemporarty Arts

We hope you will choose to take part in this years exhibit.  Please note that membership is required to submit photographs for the exhibit.

Photography Insights and Stories

Welcome To Our New Website

Welcome To Our New Website

Welcome to our new West Texas Photographic Society website. It will be under construction for a bit so check back regularly for new content.  I have a lot of ideas on how to utilize the website and make it a gathering place for members as well as non-members.  Here...

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November 2024 Image Competition Winners

November 2024 Image Competition Winners

Congratulations to our September image competition winners.  The theme for this month was All Things Railroad.  Thank you to everyone who submitted images for this month's competition as there were a lot of images submitted.[dipl_image_card title="1st Place: Steam...

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Join Our Creative Community

Discover the vibrant world of photography with the West Texas Photographic Society. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or just starting out, our monthly meetings offer a fantastic opportunity to learn, share, and grow. All of our monthly meetings are open to the public.  Join us at our next gathering and be part of a community that celebrates the art of capturing moments.