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ABOUT US
The Austin Shutterbug Club (ASC) was founded in 1998 as a nonprofit photographic organization. The objective of ASC is to encourage the photographic enthusiast in the enjoyment and improvement of his or her photography. Any person may join ASC by paying and maintaining current annual club dues.
General Information
Purpose
The Purpose of the Austin Shutterbug Club shall be to encourage an interest in photography, provide an opportunity for the exchange of ideas, to provide an enjoyable forum for the development of artistic and technical photographic skills and to promote a healthy spirit through educational programs, exhibition and competition. The club is open to members of all photographic skill levels. Top of Page
Monthly Meetings
Club meetings are held on the 2nd Thursday of each month at 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM at:
- Northwest Recreation Center
2913 Northland Drive
One block east of MoPac
- Club meetings are open to the public and visitors are always welcome and are invited to attend any meeting. The first part of the meeting is devoted to a presentation on a topic of interest in photography, followed by a refreshment break. During the second part of the meeting, the results of that month’s competition will be presented. Top of Page
Membership
The Austin Shutterbug Club is open for membership to anyone with a serious interest in photography. Membership categories are Adult, Family and Youth (under 21 years of age). Membership in the ASC is limited to 100 members to abide by IRS guidelines for not-for-profit organizations. However, membership may be increased as necessary and membership limit re-filed with the IRS. Top of Page
Dues
Dues support a membership for one year. Dues are payable in January for that calendar year and become delinquent after the February meeting of that year. Dues for new members will be paid upon joining and are valid for that calendar year. Dues shall be pro-rated only for new members on a semi-annual basis in July. Dues are as follows:
Adult: $ 20.00
Family: $ 30.00
Youth: $ 15.00
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Club Year
The club year mirrors the calendar year running from January through December. All fiscal activities are based upon the club year. Annual club competitions accumulate points during each single club year. Year-end awards are compiled in December and awarded during the annual Christmas Party and Awards Dinner in December.
2006
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