Like the Clicktiques, the Speaker Meetings were a major part of the Club’s activities. Through the years, the event has been called “Speaker’s Meeting”, “Speaker Meetings”, “Speaker Meeting” and “Program”.  Today, the Club has settled on the name “Program Night”.  Regardless of the name, it remains a signature event.

Many renowned photographers graced the Club during its early years: Robert Becker - portrait photographer, Morton Axler -travel photographer and Ray Fisher -photographer of famous people, to name a few. Those who were with the Club during its early years will agree, however, that few speakers were as venerated and loved as Julius Sirilo.

Below is Master Photographer and Kendall Camera Club member - Julius Sirilo. He was described in a newsletter as follows: "Professor Sirilo discussed films and lighting, photo composition, exposure, subjects, cameras, lenses, depth of field, proper camera placement, backgrounds and much more. It never ceases to amaze us how the man's love of photography, profound knowledge of the subject and total dedication continues to make an impact in our community year after year." 

Julius Sirilo is truly "Man of the Year" and for this reason a special award is given in his honor during the Annual End of Year Awards Ceremony. The Kendall Camera Club honors his memory! 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Consistent with the past tradition of excellence …

In 2011, Program Night had presentations by Canon Explorer of Light - Jennifer Wu, National Geographic photographer, Raul Touzon, architectural photographer, Robin Hill, Miami Herald photo-journalist, Charles Trainor - to mention a few.