ALL MEETUPS: To maintain the safety for all members, anyone participating in our events will be required to wear a mask at all times. Otherwise do not attend.
OUTDOOR EVENTS: Anyone who maintains a distance no less than 20’ away (length of a car) from anyone participating will not be required to wear a mask if outdoors and will be considered as being apart from our group. After one warning anyone not following the safety protocol will be asked to immediately leave the area and may be subject to further restrictions or suspension.
We will meet at the LONGWORTH HALL EVENT CENTER parking lot – REAR of Building, near middle of building. There is a collapsing storage building, ghost signs on Longworth Hall as well as the aging building details, sometimes old rail cars, under the bridges is some old murals, the cement plant just to the west, is across the street as well as other companies along the river. Walking towards the Bengals stadium on 3rd street, you can shoot the old rail bridge, trains, the plants from above, AND the Suspension Bridge.
LINKS TO Steve Bullock’s Photography Tips For Shooting Decay Page 1 https://stevenbullock.smugmug.com/Glenn-Creek-Distillery-Formerly-Old-Crow-Distillery/i-zPLFRRh/A
ALL ATTENDEES ARE REQUIRED TO WEAR A MASK AT ALL TIMES.
Lytle Park Historic District is one of the oldest areas of the city. East of the park is the Taft Museum of Art, built 1820. To the north is the Literary Club, an example of Georgian style architecture. At the southwest perimeter is the Guilford School, original site of Fort Washington. We will proceed onto fourth street, our rendition of Chicago’s Michigan avenue. To the west of Broadway is Christ Episcopal Church (1835, rebuilt 1957). Across Sycamore is the classical revival-style Cincinnati Gas & Electric Building, 1929. Then our tallest tower, Great American Insurance Building will rise up on your left.
The next block, Walnut to Race, Fourth Street Historic District, turn of the century streetscape. Then to the center of our city, Fountain Square and Tyler Davidson Fountain. Carew Tower – Netherland Plaza, both designed in French Art Deco. Then to the Race Street Historic District with 24 buildings listed on the National Registry. Over to the one of the oldest Contemporary Art Centers in the United States. Then Taft Theater and Procter and Gamble towers.
We will break up into groups no larger than 10 persons. Do Wear Mask and social distance. Thank you
ALL ATTENDEES ARE REQUIRED TO WEAR A MASK AT ALL TIMES.
Cost is $22 per attendee. Preferably pay be check, we loose $2 if cc is used. Does your name on your check match your name with OVCC – if not change in your Profile – See Coment. Payment holds your spot. To pay by check attempt to register, ignore request to pay by cc, then mail your check per instructions below.
You need not be a member of OVCC to attend and you may bring a guest, but all attendees, including guests, must pay the fee. All monies are for the benefit of Raptor, Inc. to help them continue their great efforts.
All non photographer guests are required to pay, simply because of the space limitations and Raptor, Inc. policy.
RAPTOR INC. is a 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to the conservation of local birds of prey via rehabilitation, education and research.
Visit the Raptor, Inc. complex, where their educational birds will be displayed for your photographic pleasure. Birds are perched and hand held by the handlers. Photographers are as close as 10-15 feet from the birds and have lots of time to shoot. Tripods and telephoto lenses of 200-400mm are recommended, however, not necessary. NO FLASH.
Preferably pay by check made out to Ohio Valley Camera Club, mailed to 6691 Fox Hunt Ct. West Chester, Ohio 45069. Specify Date and Provide Email for possible contact.
LOGIN INFORMATION CAN BE FOUND BELOW IN OUR COMMENT SECTION. WE ARE EXPERIENCING TECH ISSUES WHEN ATTEMPTING TO SEND A MESSAGE TO ALL ATTENDEES.
PHOTO BY JOEL BELSKY
VIA WEB CONFERENCING. CHECK YOUR OVCC EMAIL THE MORNING OF THE PRESENTATION FOR LOGIN INFORMATION – add to your calendar.
ONLY READ If Not a Dues Paying OVCC Member: This ONLINE presentation is for OVCC participating members only. Participating members have already paid our annual dues of $20 (were due end of July) or are Trial Members. Join our club at: https://www.meetup.com/Ohio-Valley-Camera-Club SEE LINK at upper right corner of landing page. THEN REGISTER Your Attendance Below and Send YOUR MEETUP NAME (e.g. Jane Smith) and mention August 19th Meeting to: ovccrs@gmail.com to be able to participate.
CRITIQUE: SHADOWS, SILHOUETTES OR INSIDE EACH OTHER. Everyone attending, no matter what your skill level is, should submit to experience learning by critique. Shadows are the most important element(s) or where the subject is seen as a black silhouette, with no detail, against a brighter background. A shadow image can show the shadow of an object without showing the object itself.
EDUCATION PROGRAM: Shuttered by Quarantine: Finding PhotographIc Opportunities in a Pandemic
When the pandemic hit, the ability to safely move about, interact with others, or travel, became greatly hindered. To stave off cabin fever but still keep his eyes and mind sharp, Brian Truono went looking for ways to find photographic opportunities all around him. Utilizing old equipment buried in the back of the closet, the light close at hand, and wondering what is even possible with everyday objects, he set off on a journey to nowhere but home.
Brian will show some techniques that he experimented with during quarantine and other intriguing projects he tinkering with; from photographing family members, household items, using reverse-lens macro photography, microscopy photos, programming a Raspberry Pi camera, building a custom ring light, and even questioning if a one-pixel (yes, pixel) camera is a viable artistic medium.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR SUBMITTING IMAGES: Submit up to three images TO: https://ovcc.smugmug.com/upload/Hmcnv6/12345
Members may submit up to three images in JPEG format. FINE PRINT: We can only guarantee critiquing your first image IF You Rename Your File Accordingly: it includes FIRST, your priority number 1, 2 or 3. Then your last name, first initial and Title of your image. For Example: “1 Jones D Strange Shadows” Deadline for submitting images will be 10:00 PM of the Friday prior to our meeting. • Sizing: reduce all images to Resolution of 72, and, for horizontal images 1440 pixels wide. For vertical images 930 pixels high. • OFF TOPIC IMAGES will be deleted at the request of several members.
BRIAN TRUONO BIO:
Websites: Brian Truono Photography.com, Truono.com Social Media: https://www.facebook.com/BrianTruonoPhotography/ https://twitter.com/btruono?lang=en
Brian Truono, M.Photog, is a landscape fine art photographer from Wilmington, Delaware who is currently residing in Cincinnati, Ohio. He holds a degree in Visual Communication and Graphic Design from The Art Institute of York Pennsylvania, along with earning a Master of Photography degree from the Professional Photographers of America (PPA), earned in 2019. He has served as an instructor at the Delaware College of Art and Design in Wilmington, Delaware. In 2019, he served as Vice President of the board for the Professional Photographers of Southwest Ohio (PPSO).
Brian is self-taught in the field of photography. His work manifests traditional values of expression, imagination and clarity through cutting-edge digital tools. He is persistent in pushing the boundaries and capabilities of the camera in hand.
He is constantly seeking beautiful locations and light, and can often be found jet-setting, road-tripping and hiking around the United States with his wife and travel partner, along with their two daughters.
Walk through Cincinnati’s Riverfront Parks, past the Serpentine Wall, cross over into Newport. We will climb the stairs to the river levee, view downtown Cincinnati and continue walking along the River. We will cross over the Licking River, cross back into Cincinnati on the historic Roebling Suspension Bridge to our starting point. This is an easy 2 ½ mile walk.
We will break up into groups not larger than 10 persons. Wear mask and social distance. Thank you.
LOCATION: MEET ATOP WALNUT STREET STEPS AT THEODORE M BERRY WAY – ENTRANCE TO SMALE PARK. See Link https://images.app.goo.gl/icMJH1hDH4Mr5HJTA
What: A Photo exhibit open to the public. Where: Maple Knoll Village, 11100 Springfield Pike, Cincinnati, Ohio 45246 When: The exhibit runs Thursday, September 17 through Thursday, October 29, 2020 Opening Reception: Likely not this year.
EXHIBITION THEMES WILL BE ARTISTIC or CINCINNATI. Tip: when selecting your images people generally purchase what they relate to.
REQUIREMENTS:
” Any sales of images will be managed directly between the artist and Maple Knoll. Maple Knoll will retain a percentage of the sale price (30%), so price you images accordingly. ” Once you have been notified that your image has been selected, you will be required to download, print, and fill out a written form to attach to each piece selected for the show. ” Individuals will be notified which photos were selected via a group email announcement. ” Submissions – Each person may submit up to five (5) images for consideration ). About 50 – 60 photos will be chosen for participation. Deadline for submission is July 20th to Auguest 3rd up to midnight. Selections will be announced on Tuesday, August 18th.
” Drop Off – Selected finished works must be dropped off at Maple Knoll Village offices on September 14th – 15th, 9am-4:30pm or by appointment – call (513)782-2462. ” Pick Up – Unsold pieces must be picked up at Maple Knoll: November 2nd – 3rd, 9am-4:30pm or by appointment. Any prints left will be donated to charity. ” All photos must have hanging hardware of some sort when delivered (sawtooth hangers are acceptable). Attach a small label with your name and the title of the work and contact information somewhere on the back of each work. Also, you MUST fill out an entry form which MUST accompany each work in the exhibit. You will be notified where to download a copy of that form at a later date, so keep an eye on the event page for this exhibition.
HOW TO POST SUBMISSIONS: ” Please post your entries to the following website link: https://ovcc2.smugmug.com/upload/SRGnLH/ExhibitatMk2020 ” Upload your photo without digital matting, framing or personal watermark. Images will be watermarked by the club during their stay on the SmugMug site. They will be viewable there only in large format and will have right click disabled. ” You do not have to upload large files to the site for consideration. Try to keep your file sizes reasonable. 1400 pixels on the long side is more than enough for consideration of acceptance. Your print is what you are selling, not the digital file. So, try and keep them under 8MB. ” SAVE your image in jpg format and title with Your Name, Title of Piece, Type of Medium, Outside Finished Dimensions of the Piece, Price, Your Email and Phone before uploading. Any image without contact information will not be considered and deleted from the Gallery. If you are already a Smug Mug User, be sure to log out of your own account before trying to post in OVCC’S account. ” After you have uploaded your images, CLICK ON “DONE” in the upper right hand corner. Title Example: Jeffrey Smith, Heavenward, color film print on canvas, 16×24, $150, jsmith@anywhere.com, 513-555-1010 “
” Pricing information: It’s important to consider your costs and the Maple Knoll cut when pricing your images. You should be able to profit a minimum of 10 to 30% after all the expenses to produce your work, including the Maple Knoll cut. This year it is 30%. Make sure you add at least 40% to the price, over and above what it cost you to produce the work.
If you have questions, please contact Rich Sears or Fred Haaser through the OVCC website or ask on the message board.
OVCC and Maple Knoll thank you for your participation.
VIA WEB CONFERENCING. CHECK YOUR OVCC EMAIL THE MORNING OF THE PRESENTATION FOR LOGIN INFORMATION – add to your calendar.
READ If Not a Dues Paying OVCC Member: This ONLINE presentation is for OVCC participating members only. Participating members have already paid our annual dues of $20 or are Trial Members. Join our club at: https://www.meetup.com/Ohio-Valley-Camera-Club SEE LINK at upper right corner of landing page. THEN REGISTER Your Attendance Below and Send YOUR MEETUP NAME (e.g. Jane Smith) and mention July 15th Meeting to: ovccrs@gmail.com to be able to participate.
CRITIQUE: MOUNTAINS AND BIRDS. Everyone attending, no matter what your skill level is, should submit to experience learning by critique.
TRAVEL PRESENTATION ON Patagonia, South America Region
INSTRUCTIONS FOR SUBMITTING IMAGES: Submit up to three images TO: https://ovcc.smugmug.com/upload/Hmcnv6/12345
Members may submit up to three images in JPEG format. FINE PRINT: We can only guarantee critiquing your first image IF You Rename Your File Accordingly: it includes FIRST, your priority number 1, 2 or 3. Then your last name, first initial and Title of your image. For Example: “1 Jones D Shadows” Deadline for submitting images will be 10:00 PM of the Friday prior to our meeting. • Sizing: reduce all images to Resolution of 72, and, for horizontal images 1440 pixels wide. For vertical images 930 pixels high. • OFF TOPIC IMAGES will be deleted at the request of several members.
FRED HAASER BIO:
Fred 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
During these trying times, everyone will be required to wear a mask and allow for social distancing.
Historic 19th-century church with dramatic architecture, twin towers, stained glass & murals.
Mother of God Parish is a parish church of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Covington, Kentucky. Italian Renaissance Revival structure. The building was dedicated on September 10, 1871. This, their third building, sported a large portico supported by four Corinthian columns, two large towers and a central dome topped with a lantern and cupola. In 1875 a magnificent Koehnken Organ was installed in the church balcony. The official title of the parish is The Assumption of Mary, Mother of God, Parish. The church was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1973.
Upon entering give everyone time to take a shot from the back, before proceding into the Sanctuary.
Bring a tripod and cable release for higher quality images.
Please give consideration to making a donation to Mother of God Church for their hospitality.
The Ohio Valley Camera Club considers ourselves very fortunate in being able to bring to our members and the public in greater Cincinnati, northern Kentucky, Indiana, Dayton and Columbus and areas in between a fine educational opportunity presented by an acclaimed photographer and educator, BLAKE RUDIS, f. 64 Academy. . Won’t you join us from your home on Monday June 29, 2020 – 6:00 – 8:30PM
TWO STEP REGISTRATION PROCESS – MEMBERS Steps 1 & 2 NON-MEMBERS Step 2 Only
First Indicate Below Your Attending So OVCC Knows.
Actual REGISTRATON: https://www.bigmarker.com/f64-academy/Ohio-Valley-Camera-Club-Presentation
Blake Rudis Will Critique and Demonstrate Adjustments In Photo Shop see below.
ABOUT THIS WEBINAR: Have you ever wondered what makes the viewer’s jaw drop when they see a photo they like? A few answers that come to mind are probably Composition, Color, Subject Matter, or even Shape & Form.
But, what if I told you the answer is you. Yes, you! As simple as that sounds it makes all the difference.
In this Live Event, we will dive deep into the emotive side of photography. We will discuss how to find yourself in your work so you can harness your passion while making your best images ever. We will then look at user-submitted photos and transform them with subliminal artistic decisions that will help take them to the next level.
It doesn’t matter if you are an absolute beginner, or if you’ve been into photography for decades. There will be something for everyone! Come with an open mind and a notebook of questions!
► TO SUBMIT A PHOTO FOR CONSIDERATION FOR SECOND HALF OF THIS PRESENTATION, please use this link: https://www.dropbox.com/request/9dva8MZh80x5myVKDl2U
***PLEASE HAVE ALL SUBMISIONS IN BY JUNE 24TH. AGENDA: • Session 1: Finding You In Your Work: ~40 minutes • Session 1 Q & A ~15 Minutes • 10 Minute Break • Session 2: Member Critique/Edit Sessions: ~40 minutes • Session 2 Q & A ~15 Minutes • Conclusion and Closing Remarks PRESENTER: • BLAKE RUDIS Creator of f.64 Academy and f.64 Elite Blake Rudis is a classically trained artist who started as a painter, transitioned into printmaking and sculpture, and finally decided to double down on his love for photography. He incorporates his knowledge of aesthetics and color theory in his photography courses and is known for his acclaimed Photoshop® workflow.
Blake is a self-published author and is an independent photo educator. His past partnerships include Creative Live, Topaz Labs, Plotagraph Pro, and ON1.
Pamela will be re-presenting her Macro Presentation she gave at our meeting in May 2020. This is definitely worth watching.
Please join my meeting from your computer, tablet or smartphone. https://www.gotomeet.me/PamelaDeCamp/macro-photography
You can also dial in using your phone. United States: +1 (669) 224-3412
Access Code: 569-758-253
New to GoToMeeting? Get the app now and be ready when your first meeting starts: GoToMeeting Download Macro Photography: Getting Up Close and Personal! Thu, Jun 18, 2020 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM (EDT)
