(Helsinki) English Camera Club

Picture: Weijie Sun

Helsinki English Camera Club (HECC) would love to invite anyone with a passion or interest in photography to join our club.
Our goal is to create a relaxed English-speaking environment, a space to learn, make new friends, network, and have fun.

Whether you are beginner or advanced or if you shoot with the phone in your pocket or have the latest pro camera our club is for everyone regardless of your level. The group can be seen as a photographic social club, where the focus is on sharing ideas and learning with like-minded people. Our club has people from all over the world including Brazil, China, Finland, Ireland, Malta, Mexico, USA, Vietnam and many more other places.

Come join us next time! We will have meetings on every last Thursday of each month starting at 18.00

Not yet a member? Join here!

Helsinki English Camera Club was founded under the auspices of the Helsinki Camera club (Kameraseura Ry est. 1921) in the autumn of 2022 to diversify the services to any non-Finnish speakers who are interested in sharing their knowledge in any form of camera work (still or video) and who would like to communicate in English.

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Club Managers: Jimmy Doyle and Damien Hayes

Tulevat tapahtumat

Model Shoot at Suomenlinna

28.09.2023 - 18:00

This month’s event will be a live Model shoot at Suomenlinna. We will be shooting at least 2, maybe 3, different locations on Suomenlinna Island. We will have studio flash units, soft-boxes, and some models, thanks to a collaboration with Kameraseura’s Persona group.

Menneet tapahtumat

Seurasaari´s Hidden Treasures

31.08.2023 - 18:00

This month we shall delve into the hidden treasures of Seurasaari.
Lots to see and photograph. From the picturesque bridge to the museum buildings, the rugged shoreline to the abundant forestry there should be more than enough to keep our cameras busy…

Helsinga Medieval Day – 12.08.23

12.08.2023 - 12:40

Its time to warm up the Flux Capacitor, because we are going back to the Middle Ages with the LAUANTAIKAMERAT Club to experience Helsinga Medieval Day!

Panning the City

27.07.2023 - 18:00

This month we shall venture into the heart of the city to capture panning shots of moving people, cars, bikes etc where the subject is clear and focused but the background in blurred by motion.
No specialist equipment is required, just your camera and a lens.

This month shall we try something quite new? Once the photography has ended we shall, if anyone would like to come along, go to a pub and enjoy a drink together. This is a great way to get to know each other better.

Looking forward to seeing you all again.

Lets meet up at the main door of Stockmann at 18.00

Black & White Long Exposures

29.06.2023 - 18:00

This month we will be exploring Black & White photography and for those who have an ND ( neutral density ) filter, also long exposures.

For b&w photography only a camera is required but for long exposures a tripod and at least a 10 stop ND filter will be needed.

NATURAL WORLD PHOTO COMPETITION 2023

05.06.2023 - 00:00

Aika päästää luovuutesi valloilleen, tutkia luontoa ja vangita sen omaleimaisuus. Lataa kuvat kilpailuun, jonka järjestämme yhdessä South Manchester Camera Clubin kanssa, viimeistään 5.6.2023.

HECC goes Skating at REDI

25.05.2023 - 18:00

Summer is finally blazing, and we’re cranking up the excitement for our next meet-up! We will hit the outdoors and capture the art of skateboarding through our lenses.

HECC goes Suomenlinna 27.4.

27.04.2023 - 17:50

Seascapes, cityscapes, splashing waves, caves, or architecture, take your pick. This month’s venue has it all: Suomenlinna.

Helsinki English Camera Club 30.03.

30.03.2023 - 18:00

Kamera-galleria
Kaapelitehdas, Tallberginkatu 1 B, 4. krs, Helsinki

We are thrilled to announce that our upcoming meeting will feature an incredible presentation by the super-talented travel and landscape photographer Sami Laitinen.
Sami has a unique eye for capturing stunning natural landscapes that transport us to another world.

Helsinki English Camera Club 23.02.

23.02.2023 - 18:00

Kamera-galleria
Kaapelitehdas, Tallberginkatu 1 B, 4. krs, Helsinki

Are you ready to turn photography into an art form? Join us on Thursday, 23 at Eerikinkatu 46 @ 18.00 for our next camera meet-up where we will explore the fascinating world of ”painting with light”.

Helsinki English Camera Club 26.1

26.01.2023 - 18:00

Street Portrait photography class

It’s time to grab your cameras and phones, and let’s meet at 18.00 @ Eerikinkatu 46 on January 26th. We will start with a short introduction and then head to a location nearby Eerikinkatu.

We will have lights and a model or two to photograph.

Welcome everyone!

Helsinki English Camera Club 1.12

01.12.2022 - 18:00

Kamera-galleria
Kaapelitehdas, Tallberginkatu 1 B, 4. krs, Helsinki

After a little chat and introduction, we will hit the streets for some fun camera action. Bring along some Christmas themed items like a sweater or hat. Don’t forget to bring along your own camera or phone to capture some magical winter street photography. After about an hour of shooting, we will meet back at Eerikinkatu and go through all the amazing photos and have some Christmas snacks. Welcome everyone!

Helsinki English Camera Club

Helsinki English Camera Club 24.11.

24.11.2022 - 18:00

Kamera-galleria
Kaapelitehdas, Tallberginkatu 1 B, 4. krs, Helsinki

We are having our new group’s second meeting and you’re invited to join us!

Our plan is to do partnered lay flat photography. We will bring in a bunch of nick nacks and back table top things to shot with. The idea is both people take a photo and one is a hand model for it. After photo shoot we’ll have a look at the photos together:)

Kuvagalleria