Membership
There are two classes of membership of the Photo Group - Full and Associate - with reduced rates for students aged 18 or under and for two spouses or partners in a permanent relationship and dependent children, this is covered by a Family subscription.
Family Membership replaces the old "associate" membership, aimed at allowing a spouse or partner to be a social member and that the spouse or partner is not necessarily expected to play a full member's part in the club, for example entering competitions, though it is allowed if they so wish. Indeed we don't issue a club number to family members unless it's requested.
Associate membership is reserved members for whom Exmouth Photo Group is not their primary photographic club. Associate members are able to attend all main club functions, but not any of the specialist groups. They cannot enter club competitions, vote at the AGM or use any of the Group's equipment.
Current rules for members can be found on the Notice Board or obtained from The Secretary. A list of all members, addresses and telephone numbers is given to all members each year. If membership exceeds the capacity of our meeting facilities, Associate members may be requested to resign their positions to allow further active members to join the Group. There is a Guide for Members which gives a summary of details on this site and if you wish to download a copy please click here.
Joining and Fees
Prospective members are welcome to come along to a few meetings to see whether they would enjoy the activities. There is a membership secretary who will endeavour to introduce you to members and to make sure your stay is as pleasant as possible. You will be given the names of two members to whom you can turn for any advice or help on the Group's activities. If you know someone who is already a member almost certainly he/she will be there as a supporter. Most members are more than willing to give help and advice on any aspect of photography should you need it. Fees are due September and are determined by the membership at the AGM of the previous year. New members are required to pay a small joining fee. Members joining part way through the year pay a proportion of the fee - for the year September 2009 to August 2010 the fees are set out below.
Members are allowed to bring guests along to meetings from time to time but there will be a charge of £3 per evening unless there is a Ticketed Event when the stipulated ticket amount for a guest will be charged.
Joining Fee Full Member Family Subscription Associate Member Junior Member £3.00 £45.00 £65.00 £20.00 £20.00
Application Form
An application form can be downloaded by clicking here and if you wish to join part way through the year then please email me: sah2
talktalk.net for details. A membership number will be issued on receipt of application form and fee.