treasure coast photography center
MONTHLY MEETINGS 2026:
TCPC Studio
1109 Soltman Ave, Fort Pierce
- January 8
February 12
March 12
April 9 From The Heart Opening Reception & Awards ceremony at Port St. Lucie Mid Florida Events Center 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
May 14
June 11
July 9
August 13
September 10
October 8
November 12
December 10 Social time begins at 6:00 PM
Meeting runs from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM
As always, members are encouraged to bring a mounted print for group discussion and critique.
BEHIND THE LENS:
Kathy Graham
“Photography isn’t just about mastering the camera—it’s about seeing clearly and telling the truth of what’s in front of you.”
Behind the Lens: Kathy Graham
Kathy Graham discovered her passion for photography at a young age when her aunt gifted her first camera upon graduating high school—a moment that would shape the course of her life. From that point forward, she never looked back.
As the wife of a Naval Officer, she spent years traveling across the United States, experiencing a wide range of landscapes and communities. These journeys cultivated a deep appreciation for the country’s natural beauty, which she captured through her lens with curiosity and intention.
While supporting her family through the constant movement of military life, she also served as a Navy ombudsman. In this role, she became a trusted resource for families, providing support, guidance, and a critical communication link between command leadership and loved ones at home. Her ability to connect with people and bring clarity during uncertain times reflects the same patience and attentiveness that define her photographic work.
Throughout these years, her dedication to photography remained constant. She worked in numerous portrait studios and went on to manage a studio in Poughkeepsie, New York, where she refined her technical skills and developed a strong eye for composition and storytelling. Equally important, she began teaching—sharing both technique and the subtle nuances that transform a good photograph into a meaningful one. Her commitment to both learning and teaching became a cornerstone of her approach.
After years focused on portraiture, she turned her lens toward wildlife photography—an evolution that allowed her to merge technical mastery with a deep respect for the natural world. Continually evolving, she remains driven to capture authentic, fleeting moments. For her, photography extends beyond mastering the camera; it is about seeing clearly and portraying each subject truthfully, blending technical precision with an intuitive, artistic eye.
She embodies the spirit of the Treasure Coast Photography Center—continuing to learn with intention and create with purpose.
UPCOMING EVENTS
About Our Contests
Contests are the gateway to the Treasure Coast Photography Center. They are where most members begin—and where real growth takes place.
At TCPC, contests are not about winning.
They are about learning, intention, and continuous improvement.
Each month, you move through a simple, powerful process:
shoot → refine → share → learn → repeat
Monthly Contest — The Core Experience
Our Monthly Contest follows a consistent rhythm designed to build skills:
Opens on the 1st of each month
Discussion Group (first Wednesday, 6:30 PM) for feedback on work-in-progress
Submissions close at 9:00 PM that same evening
Voting follows
Results are shared and discussed at the monthly meeting
This structure encourages intentional shooting, thoughtful refinement, and steady progress.
Expanded Opportunities
F3C Digital Competition — Broaden your perspective beyond TCPC
From The Heart (Juried Competition) — A curated exhibition focused on artistic impact
Why It Matters
Most contests ask, “Is this image good?”
We ask, “What did you learn creating it?”
Our contests help you:
Build technical and creative skills
Develop your photographic voice
Stay consistent and engaged
Grow within a supportive community
Monthly Themes
January – Then and Now
February – Seen From Where I Stand
March – Framed By Nature Or Structure
April – A Place I Will Return To
May – Hands
June – Quiet Moments – A Focus on Eyes
July – Light Before Color (B&W and Monochrome)
August – The Art of Simplicity – Still Life
September – Objects In Motion
October – A Story – Three Images In One Frame
November – What Remains – Weathered Places, Fading Details
December – My World, Within One Square Mile
Learn with Intention. Create with Purpose.
Field Trips
January 10 Fort Pierce Farmer’s Market
February 14 Port St. Lucie River Cruise
March 14 Flagler Museum at Whitehall
April 11 No Field Trip
May 9 No Field Trip
June 13 Palm Beach Zoo
July 11 House of Refuge
September 12 Fort Pierce Skateboard Park
October 10 Jensen Beach Indian Riverside Park
November 14 No Field Trip
December 12 No Field Trip
The images displayed in Masters of Light are used under the principles of fair use for educational and non-commercial purposes. They are presented solely to illustrate the artistic work and provide historical and educational context. All rights to the original images remain with their respective copyright holders. If you are a rights holder and believe your work has been used inappropriately, please contact us and we will address your concerns promptly.
Mission statement
- To provide leadership and support in the Art of Photography.
- To provide continuity in TCPC, Inc. activities of education and culture.
- To increase photographic awareness by disseminating information to TCPC, Inc. members and the community at large.
- To recruit members and the community at large.
- To provide an orderly means of assembly.
- To retain records for use in assisting TCPC, Inc functions.
- To ensure all photographic displays are within the guidelines of acceptable community standards.
From the Heart Juried Photography Exhibition 2025
From the Heart Juried Photography Awards Animals
From the Heart Juried Photography Exhibition 2025 Animals
From the Heart Juried Photography Awards Flora Landscape
From the Heart Juried Photography Exhibition
2025 Flora Landscape
From the Heart Juried Photography Awards Open
From the Heart Juried Photography Exhibition 2025 Open
From the Heart Juried Photography Awards People
From the Heart Juried Photography Exhibition 2025 People
Honorable Mention at Large
The Treasure Coast Photography Center, Inc is a nonprofit 501c3. From the Heart is our way of giving back to the community by using photography and a juried art show, we raise money for local charities in the treasure coast area. Over the past eleven years we have raised over $60,000 that we have given to various charities. Our organization does not retain any funds received, it all goes towards the expenses of the event and then to the charity that is chosen for that year.eleventh
