Our Mission:

Leelanau Photography Club exists to create opportunities that bring people together to make images with purpose.

What Makes Us Different

• We’re Purpose-Driven → Our projects are built around real stories, not abstract assignments. We contribute to historical archives and local institutions.

• We’re Grounded in Place → Leelanau is more than a backdrop—it’s our subject, our classroom, and our community.

• We’re Built for All Skill Levels → Whether you’ve never touched a camera or you’ve been shooting for 30 years, you belong here.

• We Value Peer Learning → You don’t need to be a teacher to share what you know. Everyone has something to offer.

Our Long-Term Vision

LPC isn’t just a club — it’s a living archive.

Our goal is to preserve Leelanau’s people, places, and daily life through visual documentation. We aim to make this work accessible, educational, and enduring.

That means:

• Contributing images and stories to the Leelanau Historical Society Archives

• Offering free photography workshops to help members grow their skills and contribute meaningfully to LPC’s visual record
• Partnering with local libraries to make cameras, editing tools, and workspaces accessible to the public

• Hosting public exhibitions that reflect the region’s life and landscape

• Publishing photo essays that elevate local voices and stories
• Supporting organizations and individuals who want to preserve local stories

Want to Go Deeper?

Visit our Get Involved page to learn how you can:

• Join a Field Session

• Submit images to a community project

• Help us organize, plan, or support

• Contribute your skills—even outside photography