finding more newbie climbers?

i came to a realization today. if i continue to climb exclusively with climbers who are above my level, i'm going to have a hard time growing as a climber. particularly in becoming a better lead climber.

i often get invited out by climbers who are pulling rock significantly above my level. while i'm not exactly sure why this happens, i suspect it may have something to do with my being a photographer. you'd be surprised what people will put up with for a good photo! but i'm no victim. i've also milked my photo expertise for some rope gunning as well.

so what would happen if i climbed regularly with folks who were at or below my level? most likely, i'd have no choice but to get scared and start leading early and often.

i need to find more newbie climbers.