WRPC - West Rand Photographic Club

Our History

The Florida Camera Club was formed in 1964. Over the years numerous members have passed through their doors. Due to the high cost of photography, active membership declined and a need to attract young blood was determined. Profoto Camera Club was started in 2002 by Brett Skolmen as a natural addition to his photographic enterprise at Profoto Camera and Photo Centre in the Hillfox area. In that short space of time he attracted over 80 active members to the club. Due to venue problems he had two options, namely disband the club or amalgamate with one of the existing clubs in the area. Negotiations were started between the two chairmen and members of both clubs unanimously decided to combine the two clubs for the promotion and enjoyment of photography. As a clean start was desired by both clubs, a new name was proposed and a new constitution adopted. The West Rand Photographic Club is therefore a young vibrant club, combining knowledge and expertise of the Florida Camera Club and the enthusiasm and keenness of the Profoto Camera Club.


Our Purpose

- To promote knowledge, understanding and appreciation of photography.
- To promote knowledge, understanding and appreciation of photography for juniors.
- To improve the standard of photography among members.
- To promote personal contact and co-operation amongst photographers and other interested persons.
- To become affiliated to any organisations which may assist in achieving the purposes of The Club.