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Sponsored by:
The Friends of Caesar Creek
U.S. Army Corp of Engineers
Caesar Creek State Park
Tom Croce Photography
The Exhibition will take place between: August 31st, 2019 – December 31th, 2019, at the Caesar Creek Lake Visitor Center, located at 4020 N. Clarkesville Road, Waynesville, Ohio 45068.

Eligibility Requirements:
Adult Category – All professional and amateur photographers 18 years of age and older

Youth Category – Anyone 13-17 on the submission date. The entrant must be the solely responsible for all aspects of the photograph.

Entry Requirements:
The Exhibition / Competition is open to any image taken in any of the City, County, State, and Federal Parks or Nature Preserve located in the State of Ohio.

The entry process will consist of two parts.

The first part will consist of selecting approx. 30 images from all the images submitted for inclusion in the Photo Exhibition.

Submit up to 3 digital images for consideration via e-mail to [email protected]

Submit images in the following format:
JPEG, resized to 1024 pixels on the long side @ 72 DPI. File Naming – name individual file with the photographer’s first initial, followed by last name, A for adult, Y for youth, sequential image number, title, sale price.

Example naming format: jsmith_A_1_title_$100
Include your name, address, and email address, along with the titles of the photographs in the body of the email.

Submissions will be accepted starting May 1st 2019. All images must be received by July 31st 2019 at 11:59 PM.

You will be notified by August 15th, 2019 whether your work has been accepted or declined for inclusion in the Exhibition.

All work accepted must be received at the Caesar Creek Visitor Center between August 24th 2019 and August 27th during their normal business hours. All work accepted must be framed and ready to hang with a wire hanger, saw tooth hangers or similar hanging hardware will not be accepted. The maximum size of the final print, including frame cannot exceed 18”x26”

Submission of Digital images indicates your agreement to provide prints meeting these requirements. The judging and awards for the competition will be made from the prints submitted for the exhibition, all judge’s decision are final.

Awards:
Best of Show – Photo Session* + TBD

1st Place, Adult & Youth – Photo Session*

2nd Place, Adult & Youth – $50 Gift Card to Procam, Photo & Video

3rd Place, Adult & Youth – $35.00 Credit for the gift shop

HM, Adult & Youth – Signed copy of “Ohio Landscape”

*Photo Session will consist of approximately 3-4 hours with Ohio certified naturalist Erin Shaw, Professional Photographers Robert Coomer and Tom Croce.

We will head out on the water in canoes to photograph the shore and wading birds that make Caesar Creek Lake their home during the month of September.

The exhibition will open on August 31st at 5:00 pm, and will remain through December 31st 2019 during regular operating hours.

Awards will be presented during the opening reception.

All reasonable care will be taken in handling the work submitted; however the sponsors or the judges will not be held responsible for loss or damage to framed photographs. All work is entered at artist’s risk.

Submission of the work to this exhibition shall be understood to indicate an agreement on the part of the photographer to the terms stated. The photographer retains all copyrights and ownership of submitted images, but grants FOCC, and Caesar Creek State Park use of digital image for promotion and publicity without compensation.

Sales:
20% of the sale price will go to support the FOCC. 80% will be paid to the photographer within 30 days of the closing date.

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{ATTENTION: CHANGE IN TITLING YOUR IMAGES,
Rename your file:”1 (2 or 3) Last Name, First Initial, Title Example: “2 Brown, R. Father and Son”}

CRITIQUE TOPIC: PORTRAITS

Candid, Street, Life Style, Self, Individual, Couple or Group, Conceptual, Fine Arts, Glamor, Boudoir, Environmental and Traditional. We are pleased to be able to arrange this excellent learning opportunity for our members. It is highly suggested for your personal growth as a photographer to apply yourself in preparing your images.

AFTER DINNER: Further Discussion on Portraiture

SEE EXCELLENT 2 DAY PORTRAIT AND PORTFOLIO LEARNING OPPORTUNITY BELOW

Types of Portraits:
One online article describing the above types can be find at:
https://expertphotography.com/types-of-portrait-photography/

DIRECTIONS: Upload up to 3 images per requirements below to: http://ovcc.smugmug.com/upload/5pbcWM/ovcckey

MICHAEL ZERO
He is a highly experienced photography teacher. He has taught over 5,500 people in the Cincinnati rea and beyond. As a former Art Director with real-world advertising experience plus working for Apple as creative. Michael has photographed models from the world’s top agencies like Ford and Elite, as well a many local agencies. He has been published in several magazines and books, and his image has been used on the cover of Photography Masterclass Magazine.
Michael is an adventurer, a tech geek, a husband, a father and one who is in tune with today’s youth and trends.

EXCEPTIONAL 2 DAY OUTDOOR PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOP AT THE ESTATE I MONROE OHIO SEPTEMBER 21 AND 28. THIS WORKSHOP IS BOTH A LESSON AND A PORTFOLIO BUILD OPPORTUNITY.
For Detailed Information see: http://www.michaelzerophotography.com/training#2-day-outdoor-photography-workshop

Brief information below:
Filled with Intermediate and Advanced Concepts;
Models that have a commercial look, trendy lifestyle fashions appropriate for the location;
Each student will get time to work with models in a creative way;
Release to use photos in portfolio;
Using appropriate studio lighting and outdoor lighting.
Image review by Michael and class participants
Learn how to edit wth Lightroom
Much more.

Limited Seating 2 OVCC Members and 3 others have already signed in.
Early Bird Special $225, regularly

CRITIQUE METHOD: A great way for all photography skill levels to learn how to improve, along with having a great time.

INSTRUCTIONS: DO NOT UPLOAD MORE THAN ONE IMAGE AT A TIME Prepare your file for upload to the OVCC Critique site by following these procedures: Members may submit up to three images in JPEG FORMAT. • Depending on quantity of images submitted we may not be able to review all second and third images. FINE PRINT: WE CAN ONLY GUARANTEE CRITIQUING YOUR FIRST IMAGE SUBMITTED, AND IF IT INCLUDES FIRST THE NUMBER 1 (2 or 3) THEN YOUR FULL NAME AND TITLE. 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 1026 pixels wide. For vertical images 736 pixels high. • Rename your file:”1 (2 or 3) Last Name, First Initial, Title Example: 2 Sears, R. Ruins” – Off Topic images will be deleted at the request of several members. TO SUBMIT YOUR IMAGES on or after the FIRST OF THE MONTH to: https://ovcc.smugmug.com/upload/5pbcWM/ovcckey

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LATE CHANGE – WE WILL NOW MEET FOR LUNCH AT 11:30 AM (KRUEGER’S TAVERN, 1211 VINE ST, SEE BELOW) AND START THE TOUR AT 1 PM. IF YOU DON’T WANT TO DO LUNCH SHOW UP AT THE COURTHOUSE AT 12:50 PM. THESE CHANGES ARE AT THE REQUEST OF OUR TOUR GUIDE WHO REALIZED SOME COURT ROOMS MAY STILL BE IN SESSION BEFORE LUNCH AND THE JUDGE IS MORE LIKELY TO BE AVAILABLE AFTER LUNCH.

An OVCC tour of the Hamilton County Courthouse has been arranged. The tour will be guided, with the opportunity to photograph some of the unique art and fixtures within the building including the law library. Currently we will also have some time with one of the judges who is knowledgeable of the history of the courthouse.

The Hamilton County Courthouse is located in downtown Cincinnati, Ohio and contains the Hamilton County Common Pleas Court, the Municipal Court, Small Claims Court, and the Clerk of Courts offices. The present courthouse is the fourth courthouse constructed on the site and was completed in 1919 at a cost of $3 million and dedicated by senator Warren Harding (second courthouse was destroyed in the Cincinnati riots of 1884). The Hamilton County Courthouse is connected to the county jail, the Hamilton County Justice Center, via a skybridge.

Isaiah Rogers, a prominent architect of national reputation, was selected to design the new courthouse. Rogers was perhaps the country’s foremost hotel architect and had recently designed the Burnett House in Cincinnati, the largest and most elegant hotel in the Midwest. His design for the fourth Hamilton County Courthouse was for a massive three-story building, measuring 190 feet square. Its immense size entirely filled the site at Court and Main streets. The building bore a close resemblance to Rogers’ Merchants Exchange building in New York City. Located on Wall Street, this building still stands, with later additions, as the headquarters of National City Bank. A series of arcades accented the ground floor, which was at grade level. The three center bays led directly into the building. Rising above the podium formed by the first floor was a temple-like Greek Revival style building. Its center section was recessed to form a balustraded portico, which was accented by six colossal Corinthian columns supporting a massive triangular pediment in the center of the facade. It rose to a height of sixty feet and was crowned by a massive cornice and balustrade. The front of the building was finished in locally quarried limestone, known as Dayton Marble, while the sides were finished in red brick accented by stone trim.

Camera Equipment – tripods will be allowed, however, given our number if you can get by with a monopod that would be preferred.

Entrance Security – as you might expect all persons entering the courthouse will have to pass through a security line so leave all of your personal defense items at home or in your car.

For More Information – view this 10 minute video
https://historyinyourownbackyard.com/video/hamilton-county-ohio-courthouse/

Or read this historical accounting by Steven McQuillin
https://www.probatect.org/about/history-of-records

Lunch – BEFORE the tour those who are interested can go to lunch at Krueger’s Tavern, 4+ blocks from the Courthouse, located at 1211 Vine Street. They serve burgers, salads, sandwiches, sausage, etc. but I need a head count to make a reservation. Web-site menu is located here: https://www.kruegerstavern.com/menu/

Parking – there is plenty of parking in the surrounding area (see graphic). Consider carpooling.

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Fellow OVCC member Fred Haaser has been asked to present during the Phase 2 Portion of Burning Man. Visit the Cincinnati Art Museum on August 15 in the time period of 5:30-7:30 pm to hear Fred’s presentation or see his highlights video (don’t be surprised if he is in his Burning Man costume).

Currently the presentation will be held in the Castellini Foundation Room located downstairs. If there is any change I will update the notice here.

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ABOVE PHOTO: Pretend it is daylight.

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 Licking River, get a bite to eat at Molly Malones Irish Pub. After lunch we will cross back into Cincinnati on the historic Roebling Suspension Bridge to our starting point. This is an easy 2 ½ mile walk.

INDICATE IN COMMENT SECTION IF YOU WISH TO JOIN US FOR LUNCH AT MOLLY MALONES IRISH PUB.
LOCATION: MEET ATOP WALNUT STREET STEPS AT THEODORE M BERRY WAY – ENTRANCE TO SMALE PARK. See Link https://images.app.goo.gl/icMJH1hDH4Mr5HJTA

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Opening Night Reception: Thursday, August 1 from 5 to 7 pm
Location: Maple Knoll Village, 11100 Springfield Pike, Cincinnati 45246
Enter campus off St. Rt. 4 Springfield Pike onto north entrance at traffic signal south of I-275 Rt. 4 Fairfield exit. Enter Maple Trace Drive, proceed to first stop sign and turn right. Welcome Center entrance is at end. Inside follow event signs.

Once again we will be exhibiting at Maple Knoll Village. Here are the pertinent dates below. Note for first-timers: Maple Knoll usually has free drinks & hors d-oeurves for the Reception night – come out even if your work is not up on the walls. It’s fun! You do not need to be present at the reception in order to show.

In the past, this event has been unthemed. This years exhibitioin with be themed. The subject is Cincinnati. Any subject matter that has to do with Cincinnati landmarks, people, history, etc. will be acceptable. Crossing the river is permitted as long as it says Cincinnati in the overall theme.

Closing: October 3, 2019

Pick up artwork: October 7 & 8 (Monday & Tuesday) See Club Email July 23rd regarding Change in Pickup Policy

Go and visit this page for full instructions:
http://www.ohiovalleycameraclub.com/index.php/maple-knoll-instructions

You can post questions here or on the message board.

Looking forward to another successful exhibit. We sold 14 out of 55 last year.

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“LIMITED TO DUES PAYING MEMBERS OR TRIAL MEMBERS ONLY”

SUBMISSION DEADLINE August 29 , AT MIDNIGHT

Welcome to the August 2023 Shoot & Debrief – Travel Images ( vacations, photo tours , any image that relates to traveling out of town )

Between now and August 29 , determine what photos you would like to share.

No later then Tuesday, August 29, by midnight, upload 3 images.

Thursday, August 31 , 6:30 to 7:30 DEBRIEF SESSION Online

Up to 3 Images to be posted by midnight Tuesday , August 29 , per the following instructions:

1. Resize photo:

• Resolution 72
• Horizontal Images 1440 pixels wide OR
• Vertical Images 930 pixels highTo upload your photos,

2. 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. First Name, then last Initial (for example – Joel , B. )
• Title of image

3. 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 used
• post processing techniques of note

4. Upload your images by navigating to EVENT LISTING, then go to
   PHOTO LINK near the bottom, click and upload images.

Those participating are asked to review all photos in the album, and formulate questions for the photo creator.

Thursday, August 31, or prior , those registered for the event will receive an e-mail from Joel Belsky 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.

**PLEASE BE PREPARED TO DISCUSS YOUR IMAGES ( where were they taken, camera settings, post processes and why you chose the specific image )**

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

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CINCINNATI BUCKEYES VS THE IRON HORSES, FAIRBORN OHIO

OPEN TO ALL OVCC MEMBERS

Base ball is FREE to watch inside Heritage Village Museum; however, a Hamilton Co. Parks parking pass/fee may be enforced, and admission is required to tour the Heritage Village buildings. Obnoxious or rude behavior, dogs or other pets, and smoking are strictly prohibited within Heritage Village and are subject for removal. However, chairs or blankets, a good picnic and complimentary cheers for great plays are highly encouraged! And until the pandemic is over with, we ask that you please exercise and respect 6′ social distancing practices while spectating.

DIRECTIONS:
Enter off Reading Road, approximately one-quarter mile south of Kemper Rd. At Guard House, usually someone is there collecting daily or annual park fees. Proceed to the second drive on the left into Heritage Village Parking up toward visitors building. Walk to the right side, visitors building onto a wide path, and you will see and hear folks gathering to your right.

The Cincinnati Vintage Base Ball Club is a non-profit organization dedicated to faithfully recreating the sport of base ball as it was played in 1869, the year the legendary Cincinnati Red Stockings famously introduced professional base ball to America – coast-to-coast – and defeated every team it faced.

Our club features two teams honoring historical teams from the era – the 1869 Cincinnati Red Stockings and their local rivals from the time, the Cincinnati Buckeyes – who have been playing vintage base ball since 2000 and 2001 respectively. Both teams play ball in authentically recreated uniforms, with equipment made to the standards of the period. The most striking difference is the lack of gloves, which were not used regularly until the 1880’s. We utilize the rules, customs and terminology of the day, maintain honest sporting attitudes during play, and field capable, gentlemanly ball players from all walks of life who share the same love for the game of base ball. The result is an educational, historic and entertaining experience that anyone can enjoy.

We make our home at Heritage Village Museum in Sharon Woods Park, just north of Cincinnati, OH. This small village of period buildings full of “living history” makes the perfect backdrop for a game of vintage 1869 base ball and gives Dan Lyon Field its high acclaim among vintage ballists and fans. We also travel to many historical locations and events in the Tri-State and all around the Midwest, playing dozens of other vintage base ball teams from across the country.

• If you would like to witness a game of 1869 base ball, please review the Red Stockings’ or Buckeyes’ schedule. Please note that dates and times are subject to change.

• If you are interested in hosting a game of 1869 base ball or featuring us at your next civic, historic or private event, please contact us to find out if that can happen.

• If you would like to become a player, umpire or join the club in another capacity, please contact us for more information or click the button below.

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Link to Attend on Zoom: Those registered for the 16th will automatically receive.
New Registrants will receive the link by the 22nd.

Limited to our Event Members and their Guest (2) and to our New Trial Members. For more information Contact Rich Sears at: [email protected]

PRESENTER: PAUL JAMES, LIVE FROM MICHIGAN

MEETING LOCATION:

MASON, OHIO. Mason United Methodist Church, 6315 S. Mason Montgomery Rd. Easy Access off I-71 and I-75. Near North-West corner of Tylersville and Mason-Montgomery Roads.

ENTRANCE: Enter church property off Tylersville Road -Driveway with yard signs 400 ft. west of Mason-Montgomery Rd. Church Entrance is on North Side of their building. ENTER DOOR 2A, JUST LEFT OF MAIN ENTRANCE, INSIDE, FIRST DOOR ON LEFT.

CRITIQUE: WEATHER RELATED MOODS. Submit your weather shots that express emotion, fear, danger, quiet, contemplative delight, sad, hopeful, and the list goes on with

PRESENTATION: ENHANCING IMAGES WITH Ai and OTHER TECHNIQUES

Discover how to enhance your image quality with Topaz Photo AI effortlessly. Customize your Autopilot settings and perfect subject masking to achieve the best results. Export your RAW files from Lightroom to Topaz Photo AI and import the processed DNG files into Lightroom. Get started and see the difference!

Topaz Sharpen Ai and DeNoise versus Topaz Photo Ai.

Also, remove many people from an image, that Photoshop Remove tool will not. You can learn how to remove unwanted objects or people from a crowded scene using Scripts to Stack your images in Photoshop. Although it may require some planning and several photos, the technique produces excellent results. Image Stack Mode is particularly beneficial for cleaning up crowded areas or removing unwanted objects moving through a scene. The algorithm analyzes all the photos and takes a statistical average, keeping identical areas and removing everything that changes between shots, such as cars and people. Using a tripod or holding your camera as steadily as possible is essential to get the best results. Wait at least 20 seconds between each shot to allow people and cars to move, and aim for 8 to 20 photos.

SUBMIT UP TO THREE IMAGES (<2MB) 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.

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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

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Join other OVCC members on August 19th at Oeder’s Lake in Morrow, Ohio for the Little Miami Area Cardboard Boat Regatta (see address below). There will be vendors, booths, food trucks, and of course those magnificent men and women in their cardboard creations floating (?) out on the lake. As this is a public event it is open to all OVCC members including trial members!

Racing will begin at 11:30 am but I recommend arriving at least by 11 am along with your folding chair to find that perfect spot to photograph the mayhem. Bring sunscreen and a large hat. The event is scheduled to wrap up by 2:30 pm.

There is no fee to attend, however, there is a fee to enter a boat if you care to be a contestant.

Long lenses recommended. Bring a wide angle to capture the crowd and festivities, but I’d recommend 200-500 mm to capture closeups of the boats and crews out on the water.

Awards will be given for Most Creative, Most Spectacular Sinking, and “The Titanic.” Each year they run a Hero’s Race open only to veterans, police, fire and emergency personnel. Each year’s winner claims the trophy and bragging rights and needs to come back the following year to defend their title. For the finale there is a Crash and Sink Derby, where anything that is still floating is put back into the water for a winner-take-all/last-one-to-sink challenge.

To stay up-to-date with any changes feel free to checkout the event’s Facebook site here https://www.facebook.com/events/3449778462017924/?ref=newsfeed