Chats and Forums

The Analog Photography Users Group - Devoted to traditional (non-digital) photographic processes; includes discussion forum, gallery, and invitation to submit work.
www.apug.org/

Aperture - Gallery and weekly chatroom for an online club.
aperture0.tripod.com/

BadOrGood.com - Members can submit photographs, provide comments, and discuss photo related issues.
www.badorgood.com/

Black and White Photography Forum - Forum where people may ask or give information, post images, or discuss black and white photography.
www.bwphotographyforum.com/

Camera-info - Features forums for digital and analog cameras sorted by manufacturer as well as darkrooms. Includes photo galleries, technical data, reviews and newsletters.
www.camera-info.com/

Canine Photographers - Discussion list for issues related to photographing dogs.
groups.yahoo.com/group/CaninePhotographers/

ClubSnap - Photography articles, news, reviews, tips, discussion forums and photo of the month competition. List of members and invitation to join.
www.clubsnap.org/

DA Photo Contest Forum - Forum discussing photo contests and general photography topics. Friendly members offer advice and support to aid your photography.
www.dailyawards.com/DAForum/

Digital Photography Forum - A digital photography community for photographers of all skill levels to share knowledge, get critiques on photos, and discuss techniques. Also offers free members gallery.
www.photozo.com/forum

Fallen1.com - Portal with forums, photo critiques, articles, links, and reviews arranged in directory format.
www.fallen1.com

Family Portraiture - A forum for portrait photographers to give advice and venue dates, upload pictures, and share links.
groups.yahoo.com/group/family-portraiture/

FilmAlley - For videography and photography in Malaysia, Singapore, and around the world. Includes articles, galleries, and news.
www.filmalley.com

FocusU - Photo sharing site, with albums arranged by travel, pets, holidays, nature, and portraiture.
www.focusu.com

Foto Forum - For amateur photographers to share tips, questions, and their photos. Users may upload their images for others to view and vote for photo of the month.
www.fotoforum.com/

FriendlyPics.com - A community to share photos online, post comments, or send an e-card. Also links to photography lessons.
www.friendlypics.com/

Fuji Forum - For users of Fuji FinePix cameras to share knowledge and techniques.
www.fuji-forum.co.uk

Groups.aol: Club Photography - Forum where pictures may be shared and information posted on a message board.
groups.aol.com/photographymgr/

iPhotoForum.com - A place for photographers of all skill levels to share experiences, get critiques on photos, and discuss the latest technology. Also offers monthly photo assignments.
www.iphotoforum.com

Jaeda's Fine Art/Photography Forum - A friendly place of discussion for artists and photographers. Artists encouraged to post their work for helpful critique and to share resources with one another.
p098.ezboard.com/bjaedasfineartforum

Koni-Omega Discussion Forum - For those interested in the Koni-Omega medium format camera, including the early Simmon Omega and later Rapid-Omega cameras. Photos can be uploaded for critique or show.
www.koni-omega.org/discus/

Magic of Photo - Photographs posted in categorized galleries by registered members for viewing and comment, with message board, and articles. New members accepted. [English, Russian, and Swedish]
www.magicofphoto.com/

Microstock Photography Forum - Dedicated to stock photographers selling work online. Discuss techniques and workflow as well as the sites themselves.
www.talkmicro.com

Mississauga Camera Club - Shows club activities and competitions, newsletter, membership fees and opportunity of free entry to the online section and post to image galleries and discussion forums. [MSN Group]
www.mississaugacameraclub.ca/

Missouri Photographers Forum - Photographers from the midwest and abroad can share their techniques, work, news, information and chat with other enthusiasts.
missouriphoto.net

NFolio - Online photo portfolio and critique system. Also features forums and articles on photo techniques.
www.nfolio.net/

Open Photography - A world wide community of photographers sharing their work in the spirit of Open Source. Galleries, F.A.Q.s and Reviews. Anybody can help the site grow with his work.
www.trypill.org/

Photo Board International - An art-based, members only message board with workshops and technical forums. Members are screened, but threads are visible to the public.
www.photoboardinternational.com/

Photo Critique Forum - Users may post works for critique, or be a photo critic. Organized by genre of photography.
www.photocritique.net/

Photo Forum - A place for people who love photography. Features a knowledge exchange forum, galleries divided by subjects, and contests.
www.photoforum.com

The Photo Forum - A place to discuss photography and get advice on equipment, techniques, and general questions. Includes link directory with an emphasis on career resources and publications.
www.thephotoforum.com/

Photo Imagination - Allowing every photographer, whether amateur or professional, to share their best photos with the Internet community. New members accepted, voting panel, forum.
www.photoimagination.com/

Photo Inside - For designers and photographers. Includes interviews, photos, graphics, and portfolios in addition to a forum.
www.photo-inside.com

Photo Malaysia - Community for photographers interested in Malaysia, with invitation to join, calendar of events, news, and discussion forum.
www.photomalaysia.com/

Photo News Network - Hosts forums for professional photographers, covering wedding, portrait, stock, and digital issues. Also contains articles and images.
www.photonews.net/

The Photo Rooms Forum - Offers photo critiques sorted by subject, reference materials, tutorials, and equipment. Geared to all skill levels.
www.thephotorooms.com

PhotoBanter.com - A forum covering traditional 35mm, medium and large format, and digital photography. Acts as a gateway with the rec.photo newsgroups.
photobanter.com

PhotoCamel - Discuss camera bodies, equipment, selling photography, workflow, and for-sale items. Geared toward professional photographers.
www.photocamel.com

PhotoChart.com - Offers free photo hosting and comment features. Database is arranged by subject matter, including animals, architecture, gardens, and sports.
www.photochart.com

PhotoForum - English version of Russian site for posting, commenting on and rating photographs of different genres.
www.photoforum.ru/

The Photographer's Corner - Online gallery and community forums. Membership is free and includes free gallery space to upload your images.
www.photographers-corner.com

PhotographersPlace.Com - Offers photo critiques, downloads, forums, link directory, and classified ads.
www.photographersplace.com

PhotographyCorner - Features articles and forums that range from beginner to professional. Includes news, photograph of the month, and quote of the day.
www.photographycorner.com

PhotoPoints - International community where members can submit photos for critiques, competition, or display. Includes discussion forums and help from experts.
www.photopoints.com/main

PhotoSIG - Community featuring a unique photo critique system and lively discussion forums.
www.photosig.com/

PhotoTakers.com - Photography Forum - Encourages discussion of techniques, medium format and digital photography, product reviews, and contests and critiques. Includes special sections for beginner questions.
www.phototakers.com

PhotoTopix - UK forum helping people meet up to do assignments, share photographs and chat to other members. Includes member galleries and articles.
www.phototopix.co.uk

Porter's Message Board - A friendly forum for photographers of all levels. Includes a monthly theme challenge forum.
www.porters.com/message_board/index.php

Professional Photography - Offers articles, a bulletin board, and free e-mail addresses.
www.zuga.net/

Professional Wedding Photographers' Forum - Encourages discussion on the profession and the sharing images for critique and review.
www.pwpforums.com

Projects for Photographers - Offers participation in photo projects, pictures posted by members, articles, and fora on a range of photographic topics.
www.usefilm.com/

ProPhotogs.com - Forums, workshops, and chats for the professional photographer geared to business aspects as well as technical topics. Basic membership is free.
www.prophotogs.com

Pro4um - Photography related chat rooms and bulletin boards, as well as posted images. Registration fee required for the professional discussion area.
www.pro4um.com/

Shutter Freeze - Indian photography forum for professional and amateur photographers to showcase their work and discuss techniques, equipments, and related issues.
www.shutterfreeze.com/forum/

Shutterbugs Online Photography Community - Features forum discussions, galleries, portfolios, contests, news, links, blogs and articles.
www.shutterbugs.info/

Shutterbutton - Categorized portfolios assembled by the site owner or submitted by photographers. Also contains technical help, discussion forums, and chat rooms.
www.shutterbutton.com/

St. Louis Photo Forum - St. Louis and surrounding areas photography forum, including a calendar of events, online albums, and critiques.
stlphotoforum.com

Talk about Photography - Chat about your photos, digital cameras, film or movie cameras and dark room tricks, technical data, photographers, and freelance photography.
www.talkaboutphotography.com

TalkNikon - A forum for Nikon enthusiasts. Find information on techniques, image editing, and selecting the right lens, or show off your photos.
www.talknikon.com/forums/

The Third Eye - Community for critical analysis and discussion with emphasis on digital photography. Membership required.
www.communityzero.com/thirdeye

TrekEarth - Browse photos based on region or subject matter, and critique and discuss photos with fellow members. Also includes forum.
www.trekearth.com/

Ultimate Photography - An active online message board for professional and amateur photographers. The forum is attached to the Ultimate Photography web ring.
www.webring.com/forum?forum=ultphoto

Wedding Photojournalism Community - Discussion groups for displaying images, equipment, and business tips.
p211.ezboard.com/bweddingphotojournalists