We only have one club in the area and I know a few of the members there. They are all a bunch of pretentious..... Well anyway I have chosen not to attend their meetings.
I have found that photographers are either easy going or straight up....fill it in with your favorite....
There seems to be no middle ground with the people in my area. When I was looking at joining a club I was asked what did I shoot. I told them a D90 with just some kit lenses. I got an "Oh".
Fast forward to now and I was asked to join by a member just because I was carrying the D610. They didn't realize I was "That D90 shooter."
Some members are cool...some not so cool. Glad the OP is having fun. It is great when you can find a respectful click to socialize with that shares your passion.
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