Educational Materials

Now in its 37th year – takes place on Sunday, April 6, starting at 1:00 p.m. (awards presentation at 2:30 p.m.) in Montgomery. The event is presented by the Montgomery Arts Commission and is open to beginners and serious amateurs alike. 

The event is sponsored by Pella Windows and Doors! 

Get your photos ready! 

Photographers may submit up to three photos from March 3 – 28. 

Entry Form at https://www.montgomeryohio.gov/exposure-montgomery-photo-competition/

2025 Judges are:

• Allie Blankenship Cincinnati Art Museum
• Arabeth Balasko Cincinnati Museum Center
• H. Michael Sanders Professor Emeritus UC Blue Ash

The judges look for photos that capture technical brilliance, originality, or a unique point of view and are chosen from both adult and student (high school or below) categories.

Up to 10 winners in the student category and up to 10 winners in the adult category are awarded $100 each.

In addition to the exhibit and awards presentation on Sunday, April 6, the public is invited to a preview reception on Saturday, April 5 from 12 to 4 p.m.

The Montgomery Arts Commission is a group of citizen volunteers who support and foster an appreciation of the visual and performing arts by producing community-wide arts events offered year-round for all ages, most of which are free.

Please join us! We would love to see your works of art! 

Julie Machon, 

Staff Liaison to the Montgomery Arts Commission 

Entry Information

• Each entry must be an original photograph of the competitor’s own creation.
• Entries must be in photographic medium: black and white, color or experimental.
• Each entry must be securely mounted on a stiff backing suitable for hanging.
• Matting/mounting is required for a photograph to be exhibited. Unmatted/unmounted photographs will be judged but are ineligible for exhibition.
• Dimensions of each entry, including the matting, must be at least 8” x 10” but not more than 16” x 20”.
• The entry form must be clearly visible and affixed securely to the entry’s backing material signifying the proper direction to hang the photo.
• Entries in frames and/or under glass will not be accepted.
• Entries signed or otherwise identified on the photograph’s front will be eliminated from consideration.
• No more than 3 entries per competitor will be accepted.
• Any entry displaying subject matter deemed by the judging panel or the Arts Commission as unsuitable for public display to an audience of all ages shall be rejected for all purposes of the competition.

Entry Fee

A non-refundable entry fee of $5.00 (student) or $10.00 (adult) is required for EACH entry.  Cash, checks (payable to the City of Montgomery) and Visa/MC, American Express or Discover are all accepted.

Payment can be made when the photo is dropped off at City Hall.

For additional information, call 513-891-2424.

IN-PERSON AND ONLINE, IF AWAY.

TO ATTEND IN PERSON CLICK ATTEND BELOW. IF YOU LIVE MORE THAN 30 MINUTES AWAY YOU MAY CHOOSE TO VIEW ONLINE, OR COME AND SOCIALIZE.  WRITE ME AT OVCCRS@GMAIL.COM BEFORE 3:00 PM ON MEETING DATE.  INDICATION OF ATTENDANCE AT THIS EVENT SITE WILL NOT GET YOU THE LINK.

Date: Wednesday, March 19
Time: 6:30 – 8:30 PM  REGISTRATION CLOSES AT 3PM ON OUR MEETING DATE.

PRESENTATION: BOTSWANA: FRED HAASER

Botswana is every photographers dream photo shoot for a Safari. While on safari you will be in a modified Toyota truck with full view of animals such an elephants, giraffes, hippopotamus, crocodiles, lions, gazelle, baboons, 500 species of colorful birds, and many other animals. From the top of the bed of the truck you will be within 20 to 30 feet of full grown lions with nothing between the animals and your camera lens. Out in the bush you’ll spend the night in canvas tents and travel perhaps 750 km during your journey. Photographing in Botswana is the trip of a lifetime.

COMPETITION-CRITIQUE: LEADING LINES  RICH SEARS, JUDGE.  Leading Lines can be natural or human-made.  where human-made or natural lines.  They lead the viewer’s eyes through a photograph to the subject or the heart of the image.  Leading lines are a compositional element that can be used across all kinds of photography, from portraits to landscape shots.

SUBMIT UP TO THREE IMAGES – LANDSCAPE: 2800 X 1800p/ PORTRAIT 1800 X 1200p IN JPEG FORMAT TO: https://ovcc.smugmug.com/upload/Hmcnv6/12345

FINE PRINT: RENAME FILE: as an example:  #1 #2 #3 Tom Brown Landscape Grandeur.

DEADLINE : SATURDAY, MARCH 15^TH AT MIDNIGHT

LOCATION: EVENDALE BELL TOWER ARTS PAVILION -LOWER LEVEL. Located at 3270 Glendale Milford Rd (TURN ONTO KINGSPORT DRIVE} near Reading Rd (US 42)

BIOS:

 FRED HAASER started out in Photography as a young teenager using a Polaroid Swinger, moved to full 35 mm film kit in 1980, and then digital in 2000. Today he is a serious amateur photographer using pro equipment traveling on-location in search of the best images possible.

Fred retired in 2016 after a 36-year career as an engineering manager developing 3 gas turbines for GE Aviation in Cincinnati. He is now Co-Organizer of the Ohio Valley Camera Club (OVCC), and working to capture images at all 62 US National Parks having completed 42 currently, and with 12 more planned for 2020.  See more of Fred’s work at:  https://500px.com/fredhaaser

RICH SEARS  As Organizer I maintain an exceptionally active club, emphasizing strong educational options, activities and socializing. I seek varying photographic opportunities and learning. I enjoy nature photography, landscape, wildlife, macro, infrared and existing light. 

I worked for the Eastman Kodak Company in Rochester, NY.  Later in the Cincinnati area I opened and managed a popular photofinishing lab and a portrait studio.  Portraiture, High School Seniors and Weddings,

May 18th 1:30 to 4:00 PM

Introduction to and Understanding Photography Series

This is the sixth of six classes of An Introduction to and Understanding Photography. The concepts that will be presented over the six sessions will cover the early history of photography, exposure, composition, camera settings for specific images, and backing up your images. The class is intended for beginners to intermediate level photographers. Even if you have been around photography for years, you will learn something new in these sessions.

Today’s session will cover:

• Image Storage System
• Some Words on Backing Up Data/Photo Files
• Processing Workflow

The six-session series will cover:

1. Introduction to Photography
2. Exposure, Part 1
3. Exposure, Part 2
4. Intro to Composition & Specific Image Setups (Part 1)
5. Camera Settings for Specific Images (Part 2)
6. Image Storage Workflow & Backing Up Your Photos
   
   

The class will be conducted on-line.  An email with Zoom link information will be sent out a few days prior to the session.  Join the Zoom session 15 minutes early, from your computer, tablet or smartphone. This extra time will allow you time to resolve most software issues or figure out the controls for your camera and mic.

TUITION Watch our entire series of six comprehensive (Really) classes for only $30. Or select which individual classes you wish to watch for only $10 per class. Series purchase includes previous recordings and pdf copy of scripts.

Download the Zoom app and be ready when the meeting starts to avoid any delays in attending.

MAY 11TH 1:30 TO 4:OO PM

Introduction to and Understanding Photography Series

This is the fifth of six classes of An Introduction to and Understanding Photography. The concepts that will be presented over the six sessions will cover the early history of photography, exposure, composition, camera settings for specific images, and an introduction to Lightroom. The class is intended for beginners to intermediate level photographers. Even if you have been around photography for years, you will learn something new in these sessions.

Today’s session will cover:

• Camera Settings for Specific Images (Part 2)

The six-session series will cover:

1. Introduction to Photography
2. Exposure, Part 1
3. Exposure, Part 2
4. Intro to Composition & Specific Image Setups (Part 1)
5. Camera Settings for Specific Images (Part 2)
6. Image Storage Workflow & Backing Up Your Photos
   
   

The class will be conducted on-line.  An email with Zoom link information will be sent out a few days prior to the session.  Join the Zoom session 15 minutes early, from your computer, tablet or smartphone. This extra time will allow you time to resolve most software issues or figure out the controls for your camera and mic.

TUITION: Watch our entire series of six comprehensive classes for only $30. Or select which individual classes you wish to watch for only $10 per class. Series purchase includes previous recordings and pdf copies of scripts.

Download the Zoom app and be ready when the meeting starts to avoid any delays in attending.

APRIL 27TH 1:30 TO 4:00 PM

Introduction to and Understanding Photography Series

This is the fourth of six classes of An Introduction to and Understanding Photography. The concepts that will be presented over the six sessions will cover the early history of photography, exposure, composition, camera settings for specific images, and an introduction to Lightroom. The class is intended for beginners to intermediate level photographers. Even if you have been around photography for years, you will learn something new in these sessions.

Today’s session will cover:

• What is Composition
• Composition Rules & Elements
• More Rules of Photography
• Camera Settings for Specific Images (Part 1)

The six-session series will cover:

1. Introduction to Photography
2. Exposure, Part 1
3. Exposure, Part 2
4. Intro to Composition & Specific Image Setups (Part 1)
5. Camera Settings for Specific Images (Part 2)
6. Image Storage Workflow & Backing Up Your Photos
   
   

The class will be conducted on-line.  An email with Zoom link information will be sent out a few days prior to the session.  Join the Zoom session 15 minutes early, from your computer, tablet or smartphone. This extra time will allow you time to resolve most software issues or figure out the controls for your camera and mic.

TUITION Watch our entire series of six comprehensive (Really) classes for only $30. Or select which individual classes you wish to watch for only $10 per class. Series purchase includes previous recordings and pdf copys of scripts.

Download the Zoom app and be ready when the meeting starts to avoid any delays in attending.

Sunday, April 6th, 1:30 to 4:00 PM ONLINE

Introduction to and Understanding Photography

Following Parts all starting at 1:30 PM: April 27th May 11th May 18th

This is the third of six classes of An Introduction to and Understanding Photography. The concepts that will be presented over the six sessions will cover the early history of photography, exposure, composition, camera settings for specific images, and an introduction to Lightroom. The class is intended for beginners to intermediate level photographers. Even if you have been around photography for years, you will learn something new in these sessions.

Today’s session will cover:

• Auto, Program, Aperture, Shutter, & Manual Camera Modes
• Equivalent Exposure Values
• Using the Different Exposure Metering Modes
• Setting White Balance, What is 18% Gray?
• Exposure Compensation
• Understanding Focusing
• Histograms
• Different Exposure Techniques (ETTR)
• Putting It Altogether

The six-session series will cover:

1. Introduction to Photography
2. Exposure, Part 1
3. Exposure, Part 2
4. Intro to Composition & Specific Image Setups (Part 1)
5. Camera Settings for Specific Images (Part 2)
6. Image Storage Workflow & Backing Up Your Photos
   
   

TUITION Watch our entire series of six comprehensive classes for only $30. Or select which individual classes you wish to watch for only $10 per class. Series purchase includes links to view previously recorded parts and pdf copies of scripts.

The class will be conducted on-line.  An email with Zoom link information will be sent out a few days prior to the session.  Join the Zoom session 15 minutes early, from your computer, tablet or smartphone. This extra time will allow you time to resolve most software issues or figure out the controls for your camera and mic.

Download the Zoom app and be ready when the meeting starts to avoid any delays in attending.

Sunday, March 23rd 1:30 to 4:00 PM ONLINE

Introduction to and Understanding Photography Series

This is the second of six classes on An Introduction to and Understanding Photography. The concepts that will be presented over the six sessions will cover the early history of photography, exposure, composition, camera settings for specific images, and an introduction to Lightroom. The class is intended for beginners to intermediate level photographers. Even if you have been around photography for years, you will learn something new in these sessions.

Today’s session will cover:

• Exposure
• Aperture (Depth of Field, Bokeh & Hyperfocal Distance)
• ISO (Noise)
• Shutter Speed (and being Artistic)

The six-session series will cover:

1. Introduction to Photography
2. Exposure, Part 1
3. Exposure, Part 2
4. Intro to Composition & Specific Image Setups (Part 1)
5. Camera Settings for Specific Images (Part 2)
6. Image Storage Workflow & Backing Up Your Photos
   
   

TUITION Watch our entire series of six comprehensive classes for only $30. Or select which individual classes you wish to watch for only $10 per class. Series package includes link to view previous recordings and pdf copy of scripts.

The class will be conducted on-line.  An email with Zoom link information will be sent out a few days prior to the session.  Join the Zoom session 15 minutes early, from your computer, tablet or smartphone. This extra time will allow you time to resolve most software issues or figure out the controls for your camera and mic.

Download the Zoom app and be ready when the meeting starts to avoid any delays in attending.

The Bockfest parade is traditionally lead by a goat pulling a keg and the reigning Sausage Queen along with the official parade marshal. This officially marks the beginning of a weekend of festive celebration that might end in blaming a goat on your horizontal position. Goats, the German Renaissance, beer, irreverence, and originality are all highly esteemed aspects of a parade entry. There are no fire trucks for the kids. In the past, entries have included faux-monks pulling a Trojan goat, Goat Busters, German beer bands, keg-men, goats on Segways, Bockalypse, “Bockter” Suess, and patriotic chants of “drink more beer.”  The parade will start to form in front of Arnold’s Bar and Grill, located at 210 East 8th Street, step off at 6:00PM.  MEET: AT THE ALLEY NEXT TO ARNOLDS BAR at 5:30 pm to catch up on the lay of the land and where best to shoot the parade. Capture several people dressed in Renaissance Costumes, etc. PARK: Paid parking lot entrance off east bound 7th street just east of main street. Walk out onto blocked off 8th street.