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FEBRUARY MEETING IN PERSON: Susan Milinkovich: Winter / Still Life Photography

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{READ ONLY IF you are not current on Dues: Our Monthly Meetings are for OVCC EVENT members only. SEE INFO AT BOTTOM.}*

WE ARE MEETING IN PERSON AT OUR NEW HOME IN BLUE ASH – BLUE ASH PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, SE CORNER REED HARTMAN HWY AND COOPER ROAD. Enter 3rd double door at the back for Hospitality Room.

REGISTRATION CLOSES 4PM day of our monthly meeting.

AS REQUESTED: MASK ARE REQUIRED AND SOCIAL DISTANCE.

PRESENTER: SUSAN MILINKOVICH

CRITIQUE THEME: Winter

PROGRAM: STILL LIFE PHOTOGRAPHY
Still life photography typically refers to photographs that feature an arrangement of inanimate objects. The most common types of still life photography are food, product, tabletop, flat-lay, and flowers. The major advantage of still life photography is the freedom to arrange the objects any way you want, and your ability to control every aspect of the scene. It’s also a great way to master your photography techniques while utilizing your creative and artistic skills. Join us as we learn about the different types of still life photography, how to set up a scene, tips on lighting , ideas for still life scenes, suggested camera gear and equipment, and tips for post processing.

To Register: https://www.meetup.com/Ohio-Valley-Camera-Club/

INSTRUCTIONS FOR SUBMITTING IMAGES: Submit up to three images in JPEG FORMAT TO: https://ovcc.smugmug.com/upload/Hmcnv6/12345

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. NAME is required only for administrative Purposes. For Example: “1 Jones D Shadows” Deadline for submitting images will be 10:00 PM of the Friday prior to our meeting.

IMAGE 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

SUSAN MILINKOVICH BIO:
Susan began photographing with her father when she got her first Brownie camera in elementary school. Her dad gave her the gift of “seeing” a photograph and both parents gave her a love of nature and an appreciation for the beauty to be found in our everyday world. While Susan enjoys capturing the larger landscapes, it is the intimate details of a landscape, structure or flower that draws her attention. Susan has participated in exhibits at Pop Revolution, Middletown Art Center, the Cincinnati Nature Center and Mohawk Gallery as part of Cincinnati’s FotoFocus. Susan teaches classes and workshops on a variety of photography topics.

Susan will be teaching at the Great Smokey Mountain Institute at Tremont, April 22 – 25, 2022.

See her gallery at: https://susanmilinkovich.photoshelter.com/index

  • NOT YET AN EVENT MEMBER: Event members share in the costs of running a highly active club (Speaker Fees, Facility Rentals, Web Based Expenses) and have already paid our annual dues or are Trial Members. If you are a member, and wish to participate in club events write me at [email protected].

Introduction to and Understanding Photography – Session 2 of 6

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Our Introduction to and Understanding Photography program is open to all OVCC members with no requirement for dues.

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
  5. Camera Settings for Specific Images (Part 2)
  6. Image Storage Workflow & Intro to Lightroom

Attend any or all of the classes!

The class will be conducted on-line with each session following one week after the prior session. A pdf copy of the presentation will be emailed after each session to attendees.

Please join my meeting from your computer, tablet or smartphone.
https://www.gotomeet.me/RichSears/introduction-to-photography-six-part-course

You can also dial in using your phone.
United States: +1 (646) 749-3122

Access Code: 196-763-229

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Introduction to and Understanding Photography – Session 1 of 6

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Our Introduction to and Understanding Photography program is open to all OVCC members with no requirement for dues.

This is the first 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:

  • What is Photography?
  • A Short History of Photography
  • Why Photography? Why Do It At All?
  • A Few Words About Equipment
  • It’s All About the Light! Really!

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
  5. Camera Settings for Specific Images (Part 2)
  6. Image Storage Workflow & Intro to Lightroom
    Attend any or all of the classes!

The class will be conducted on-line with each session following one week after the prior session. A pdf copy of the presentation will be emailed after each session to attendees.

Introduction to Photography – Session 1 of 6
Sun, Feb 06, 2022 2:00 PM – 4:30 PM (EST)

Please join my meeting from your computer, tablet or smartphone.
https://www.gotomeet.me/RichSears/introduction-to-photography-six-part-course

You can also dial in using your phone.
United States: +1 (646) 749-3122

Access Code: 196-763-229

New to GoToMeeting? Get the app now and be ready when your first meeting starts: https://global.gotomeeting.com/install/196763229

JANUARY MEETING: Critique-Best of Portfolio / Reasons Behind Setting Up Shoot

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WE WILL NOT BE MEEETING IN PERSON, INSTEAD WE WILL CONTINUE MEETING ONLINE. THIS IS DUE TO THE ADVANCING COVID PANDEMIC.

OUR ORIGINAL SPEAKER UNDERWENT SURGERY EARLIER IN THE WEEK. WE ARE FORTUNATE TO BE ABLE TO BRING YOU ANOTHER KNOWLEDGEABLE NATIONAL PHOTOGRAPHER.

FOR THOSE REGISTERING BY 5:00 PM JANUARY 19TH YOU WILL RECEIVE A LINK TO ATTEND. New Members Free. Otherwise Event Dues Paying Members Only.

CRITIQUE: YOUR BEST PORTFOLIO IMAGES ALL SUBJECTS. Focus on well composed images. Leading lines. Balance. Rule of Thirds.

INSTRUCTIONS FOR SUBMITTING IMAGES: Submit up to three images in JPEG FORMAT TO: https://ovcc.smugmug.com/upload/Hmcnv6/12345

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. NAME is required only for administrative Purposes. For Example: “1 Jones D Shadows” Deadline for submitting images will be 10:00 PM of the Friday prior to our meeting.

Image 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

PRESENTATION: REASON BEHIND SETTING UP A LOCATION SHOT.
Research the location before you schedule your next shoot!

Roaming around with your camera can be fun but it may not get you the results you want. Researching your next location shoot will move your work from snapshot to masterpiece. Planning your shoot will ensure you the best images possible.

When does the Milky Way core rise and will there be a new moon so you can shoot the Milky Way? See Above Image.

If you are planning a coastal shoot will you have low tides at sunrise and sunset? See Below shot of Harris Beach

If you want to photograph the dogwoods in the Smoky Mountains when is the window that will give you the best chance of capturing them?
See Below

PAUL JAMES, ANN ARBOR, MI.
Fine Art Landscape Photographer, Art Show Competitor Nationally, European and American Destination Workshops Year Around.

Gallery: https://european-images.com/gallery.php
Tours: https://european-images.com/photographic-workshop-tours.php

ARTIST STATEMENT

Landscape photography is my passion! It helps me to appreciate the beauty nature brings into my life a uniqueness in the world and the beauty that it brings into my life.

Light is both the photographer’s palette and brush. Harnessing available light is a skill learned through the study of technical theory and then applying it in the field. My goal as a photographer is to search out the images that interest me artistically, and upon finding the essence of a particular place. The use of composition and light enhance my images. Both the Old and New World have much to offer me as a photographer. From sunrise in Tuscany to sunset on Mackinac Island, there is much beauty in the world. All one has to do is look.

People always move too fast past those special places and capturing images with my camera has allowed me to stop and say I need to enjoy this light this place, I will catch up with you later. By teaching, I get to interact with others who want to take a moment and enjoy those special places as the light changes.

Ann Arbor, Mi
734-475-9010

[email protected]

www.PaulCJames.com

READY FOR A BREAK How About Shooting the Sandhill Cranes Over at Ewing Bottoms?

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NOTE: TIME CHANGE. NOW 1:00 – 4:00 PM
CURRENT STATUS: SEVERAL THOUSAND SANDHILL CRANES WERE SPOTTED LAST WEEKEND. GOOD INDICATION THERE WILL BE A CROWD AGAIN THIS COMING WEEKEND.

This Event is limited to our “Registered Event Members” current on dues.
WE ARE MEETING IN BROWNSTOWN IN AT THEIR PUBLIC PARK at 709 – 799 W. BRIDGE ST. BROWNSTOWN IS APPROXIMATELY 10 MINUTES WEST OF SEYMOUR IN.

LOOKING FOR SOMETHING DIFFERENT? Let’s head over to EWING BOTTOMS INDIANA TO CAPTURE SANDHILL CRANES in the great outdoors and Covid Safety. . They spend the winter there in large numbers. A site to behold.

OUR DATE WILL LIKELY CHANGE due to migration patterns or weather conditions, so indicate your LEVEL OF INTEREST 1 to 5 with 1 highest, upfront and follow our updates. Our initial target date is Saturday, January 15th. A location in Brownstown will be pre-selected for us to arrive and meet at 1:00 pm.

• What to bring
tripods may be used
recommending range of lenses
Food and beverage
Walking boots.
We will be stopping for dinner in Seymour Indiana on the way back.

Drive time from greater Cincinnati 1 hours 45 min from West Side to 2 hours 15 min from North and East Side.

Option: As most will drive separately, those wanting to follow someone let us know in the Comment section.

IMPORTANT TO KNOW:
All the land in the Ewing Bottoms is privately owned, so please be respectful of private property. Confine your picture-taking to road sides and do not block roads, try to chase groups of cranes with cameras, or park in private driveways. If the birds change their behavior because of your presence, you are too close. Cranes are protected by law and incidents should be reported to Indiana Department of Natural Resources Conservation Offices at 812-837-9536.

Masking in Lightroom and Adobe Camera Raw (ACR) Workshop

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12/7 UPDATE: To receive the link for our webinar, be sure to
Mail your $10 check made out to “Ohio Valley Camera Club” (Note: “OVCC” is not accepted by the bank and will be returned) to Fred Haaser at:

Fred Haaser (OVCC)
10718 Escondido Drive
Montgomery, Ohio 45249

EVENT REGISTRATION WILL END ONE DAY BEFORE THE EVENT TO ELIMINATE LAST MINUTE REQUESTS & THE POTENTIAL CONFUSION REGARDING REQUIRED EMAIL ADDRESSES, CHECKS BEING MAILED, ETC.

On the day of the workshop you will receive a Zoom link from Fred for the workshop. If your check has not been received you will not be getting the link. Right? THEREFORE I WILL NEED YOUR EMAIL ADDRESS TO SEND YOU THE ZOOM LINK. If you have mailed your check let me know at [email protected].

WHAT: Adobe has just released one of the best upgrades in years for Lightroom and Adobe Camera Raw (ACR). We’ve asked Bert Sirkin to provide a 2.5 hour workshop on the new Masking feature, which is so simple to use compared to masking in Photoshop. I have already used the new masking feature once and it was fantastic making Lightroom all the more powerful.

IMPORTANT. If we get 10 or more signups the workshop will proceed and you will then be asked to mail a $10 check mailed to Rich Sears, who will handle Bert’s workshop fee. You do NOT need to be a paid member of OVCC for this event.

WHO IS THIS FOR? This workshop is for anyone who uses Lightroom Classic and/or Adobe Camera Raw who wants to take advantage of the latest masking techniques.

WILL THIS WORKSHOP BE RECORDED? Yes, the workshop will be recorded, and the recording will be available for you to review whenever you like.

WHY ATTEND? Bert will explain what masking is and how to best use this very important added technique. You will learn everything you need to know about the latest version of Masking in Lightroom and Adobe Camera Raw.

WHAT’S INCLUDED? The online interactive session workshop will be via Zoom. Those who have paid will be sent a link before the session (assuming we get 10+ signups). You will be able to ask questions and benefit from other attendee questions. In addition, you will be provided with the online workshop slides in PDF form and a link to an online video copy of the workshop that you can view as often as you like.

WHAT SOFTWARE IS COVERED? Bert will show how to use masking in the latest versions of Lightroom Classic and/or Adobe Camera Raw.

Shoot and Debrief: FALL HAPPENINGS

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FALL HAPPENINGS

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“LIMITED TO EVENT MEMBERS (DUES PAYING) OR TRIAL MEMBERS ONLY** “

Welcome to the November SHOOT AND DEBRIEF – FALL HAPPENINGS!

This session will be an opportunity to share your photos from Fall Happenings such as holiday decorations, foods, hayrides, pumpkin patch fun, festivals, football games, Halloween, Thanksgiving, etc.

Between now and Tuesday, November 30th – enjoy taking photos at the many fun events which happen in the Fall.

FALL HAPPENING photos should not be pure “nature” photos, those should be included in the October Shoot and Debrief Session.

Tuesday, November 30th, by midnight, upload a maximum of 3 images.

Thursday, December 2, 6:30 to 7:30 DEBRIEF SESSION Online

Up to 3 Images to be posted by midnight Tuesday, November 30, per the following instructions:

  1. Resize photo:
  • Resolution 72
  • Horizontal Images 1440 pixels wide OR
  • Vertical Images 930 pixels highTo upload your photos,
  1. Rename your file:
  • #1 for first priority, #2 for second priority and #3 for third priority.
    Based on the number of participants we may need to limit the
    number of photos shown during the debrief. #3 would be dropped
    for all participants in this case.
  • Last Name, then First Initial (for example – Bader, H)
  • Title of image
  1. Give camera setting information:
  • Lens used (for example 70-200mm) AND focal length of shot (90mm)
  • ISO
  • aperture
  • shutter speed
  • exposure compensation, if used
  • filters, if use
  • post processing techniques of note
  1. Upload your images by navigating to EVENT LISTING, then go to
    PHOTO LINK near the bottom, click and upload images.

Wednesday, December 1 and Thursday, December 2 those participating are asked to review all photos in the album, and formulate questions for the photo creator.

Early afternoon of Thursday, December 2, those registered for the event will receive an e-mail with a link to join the meeting from 6:30 – 7:30.

The meeting will be an open-mic group discussion about the photos captured with the goal of encouraging and helping improve our work.

” **MEMBERSHIP INFORMATION: write Rich at [email protected]

MUSIC HALL – PRIVATE AND CUSTOM INDOOR TOUR

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Registering At Last Minute. Contact Rich for directions at [email protected] or (513)324-5643

Featured Photograph by Jason Bohrer. Additional photography below by Rich Sears.

NOTE: REGISTRATION IS BY MAIL ONLY WITH PAYMENT OF CHECK OR CASH INCLUDED.

We have arranged for a private and customized two-hour tour through our historical landmark: Cincinnati Music Hall with its distinctive Venetian Gothic architecture. It is considered one of the best and most beautiful concert theaters in the world. We will be shooting in the Taft Room, Backstage, Auditorium and a variety of other public and private spaces. They astutely understand photographers – we prefer to be capturing and creating images.

Be sure to arrive early to capture exterior images of this stunning architecture.

CHARGE: $20 only paid in advance. AS A PREMIER OVCC EVENT: THIS MAY SALE OUT. In fairness to all, the first 20 members whose payment has been received will then be registered by the Event Coordinator and will be notified. Where we will meet will also be forwarded. Your payment is to be made out to: “Ohio Valley Camera Club” and mailed to: OVCC, 6691 Fox Hunt Ct. West Chester, Ohio 45069.

Parking in area or across street in Washington Park Garage. Street Car Stop # 8.

NOVEMBER MEETING: HANK ERDMANN: Your Artistic Intent / Experiencing vs Seeing

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Image is by Hank Erdmann

To Register: https://www.meetup.com/Ohio-Valley-Camera-Club/

REGISTRATION CLOSES 5pm day of our monthly meeting. LINK to view will be emailed after 5 PM day of meeting.

PRESENTOR: HANK ERDMANN. Board of Directors, NANPA, Professional since 1980. Natural History and Travel Photography. https://hankphoto.photoshelter.com/

CRITIQUE: YOUR ARTISTIC INTENT. Meaning whatever your artistic skill level is, from beginner to professional, everyone can learn. Select a few of your favorite images, no matter what category – nature, architecture, people etc. Develop an image in mind with some artistic qualities and go for it. Maybe separate your background from your subject by blurring the background, blurring the focus, lessening the color saturation, luminosity, vibrance or texture. OR find an image whose subject is simple, and the background not busy – even crop in to lessen the distraction of the background.

PRESENTATION:

Experiencing nature versus just seeing nature is what brings us as human beings to truly cherish it. By paying attention to our five human senses; vision, hearing, touch, smell and taste and to our six psychological/artistic senses; feeling, awareness, contrast, mystery, beauty, and simplicity, our photographs can start to match our awe and love for the natural world and share those feelings with those who view our images.

At some point in the progression of becoming an artist, and more specifically a photographer, we understand that seeing and documenting subject matter is not enough no matter technically proficient one is. At some point we realize we need more than just technical skill to make images that offer the viewer feeling and inspiration.

INSTRUCTIONS FOR SUBMITTING IMAGES: Submit up to three images in JPEG FORMAT TO: https://ovcc.smugmug.com/upload/Hmcnv6/12345

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. NAME is required only for administrative Purposes. For Example: “1 Jones D Shadows” Deadline for submitting images will be 10:00 PM of the Friday prior to our meeting.

Image 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

BIO: Hank Erdmann has been a professional photographer since 1980. Hank specializes in natural history and travel photography in North America. His images have been published in numerous calendars, magazines, books, and advertising.

Hank teaches photography workshops and seminars and leads photo tours for various entities. Workshop information is available by emailing Hank at [email protected].

Hank has also been recently elected to the board of directors of NANPA (North American Nature Photography Association).

Hank Erdmann resides in Will County Illinois. He has photographed throughout North America, making the Midwest his primary geographic area of interest. A love of history, especially the maritime history of the great Lakes, kindles a special interest in the ports, shorelines, islands, and natural areas of Lakes Michigan and superior and their surrounding environs.

“My photographs are an extension of excitement and joy at seeing a fleeting moment when nature takes light and through color, form, line and texture creates an image that leaves an impression in my mind. Occasionally, I am fortunate to record such images on file. Man’s involvement with nature sometimes can cause striking images as well. I photograph scenes that show man’s enjoyment of nature, his striking images as well, his sharing and use of it, has abuse of it, and nature’s effects on manmade objects. I try to capture a piece of reality, a moment in the history of a subject.

Sharon Woods Fall Colors Photo Shoot – PUSHED OUT 2 WEEKS

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UPDATE: EVENT PUSHED OUT TWO WEEKS DUE TO DELAY IN FALL COLORS. STAY TUNED AS WE MAY EVEN MOVE BACK OUR DATE FURTHER TO SUNDAY NOV. 7TH DEPENDING UPON LIGHTING CONDITIONS.

Southern Ohio was expected to be at peak Fall colors the weekend of October 23. However foresters say due to the warm weather the first half of October, the date for peak colors will now likely fall between October 30th and into next week, and now apparently further.

There is a $5 day fee to enter Sharon Woods to park inside unless you park nearby and walk to the lake (the park system can use your donation). We will meet by the boat house but then quickly more to the locations we feel are best for the lighting.

In the event of rain the event will move to Sunday.

Don’t want to shoot at Sharon Woods? Find your own best location (but try to find water to provide reflections for double the color). You might also consider driving over to the Heritage Village and capturing colors with the historic buildings afterwards.

Be sure to bring a tripod to get the sharpest possible images.

For Post-Processing take advantage of Blake Rudis’ free video on how to get the most out of your Fall color images at this free video on YouTube.
https://youtu.be/1y8ORW1aOZA

Fall Colors Interactive Map
https://smokymountains.com/fall-foliage-map/