Pacific Photographic Society

Join us for a weekday shoot at the Flower Fields!

The nearly fifty acres of giant ranunculus flowers that make up The Flower Fields at Carlsbad Ranch are in bloom for approximately six to eight weeks each year – from early March through early May – literally bringing the famous fields back to life.

Thursdays are Senior Special days, tickets are only $20 for those age 60+ .

IMPORTANT: You must purchase your ticket online, and select Thursday, April 3 at 9 a.m. as your ticket time! Tickets are not sold on-site, and a limited number are sold for each time slot. Do not wait until the last minute to purchase, as tickets may sell out. Purchase tickets here: https://theflowerfields.seetickets.com/timeslot/the-flower-fields-timed-entry

If you have an annual pass, no need to purchase a ticket. :)

The gates open at 9 a.m., and we'd like to be the first ones in so we can get wide shots of the fields without other visitors in the way. We will meet at the front entrance at 8:45.

Bring your favorite gear! Options include macro lens, a longer zoom, a fast 50mm, tripod, flash or ring flash, reflector to cut out unwanted sunshine, crystal ball, etc.

Please Note:

By submitting a YES RSVP and participating in any PPS event, you agree that PPS, Organizers, and Event Hosts are NOT responsible for your safety or for any injury or damage to your person or your property, or that of your guest(s). You agree that you have read the instructions of the announcement and that you and your guest(s) are assuming all risks of participating in the event.

Join us for an architectural shoot in Old Town San Diego. We will meet in front of the Cosmopolitan Hotel at the corner of Calhoun and Mason Street. We will take the group photo at 8:00 AM and then set off, so please arrive a few minutes early.
We will begin by photographing the buildings in Old Town State Park. We will then walk along San Diego Avenue to Heritage Park where there are Victorian Houses in several styles. From there we will walk up to the Presidio. There is a museum there that opens at 10:00 AM if you want to have a look. Admission is your donation. Afterward we will walk back down and take photos in the Bazaar Del Mundo. Those who are interested can go for breakfast after our shoot.
There is plenty of free parking in the various lots around Old Town (see map).
For lenses I suggest wide angle such as 14-24, 16-35, etc. or medium zooms such as 24-70. You can also challenge yourself by using a prime lens. I suggest sturdy walking shoes and the usual sun gear if necessary.
Any questions? Contact me, Walter through my member profile. On the day of the shoot I can be reached at (619) 886-7893.

Please Note: By submitting a YES RSVP and participating in any PPS event, you agree that PPS, Organizers, and Event Hosts are NOT responsible for your safety or for any injury or damage to your person or your property, or that of your guest(s).You agree that you have read the instructions of the announcement and that you and your guest(s) are assuming all risks of participating in the event.

Let's do some bird photography at the SD River. Note: this meetup location is along Quivira Way, not the more popular Robb Field. Shorthand description: Seaworld drive west--exit Ingraham St. but stay in right lane to exit to W. Mission Bay Drive--left at Quivira Way--left down Quivira to where it meets the river. This is also an opportunity to shoot the sunset if conditions are favorable. There are many residents, herons, egrets and shore birds. Pic above shot on Jan 3, 2025. Telephotos with a long reach work best. Hightide is around 7:30 pm and sunset is at 7:23 pm.
Please Note:
By submitting a YES RSVP and participating in any PPS event, you agree that PPS, Organizers, and Event Hosts are NOT responsible for your safety or for any injury or damage to your person or your property, or that of your guest(s). You agree that you have read the instructions of the announcement and that you and your guest(s) are assuming all risks of participating in the event.