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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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OPEN TO ALL OVCC MEMBERS.

There will be a line so arrive prior to Village Museum Opening at 10 am..
The Park itself is open daily from dawn to dusk.

Visit the Village for free and discover the history of Ohio during the 1800s. Several buildings will be open and interpreters in historical clothing will do demonstrations. Heritage Village Museum (13 buildings) is a living history museum depicting life in Southwestern Ohio through-out the 19th Century. Homes, out-buildings and equipment on the museum grounds were moved here from other locations in the region to be preserved and aid in telling the story of our recent past. Interpreters at the museum provide the facts and stories that bring the Village to life with nostalgic glances of days gone by.

During special events at the Village interpreters demonstrate some of the historic tasks and crafts of the 19th century such as spinning, weaving, candle-dipping, soap making, hearth cooking, carpentry work, herb lore, gardening, printing, trade and bartering, and communication.
While you are here explore all the buildings, talk with the interpreters, try your hand at activities you see happening. You are a very important part of this Village. Linger awhile and enjoy your stay. That is why we have benches, for you to sit and soak up the quiet days of yesteryear. Enjoy your visits to the Village, learn something old, and come back soon.

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Jeddo Coal Co. image from Trip Advisor

Public service notice to all members.

The moment the conductor fires up the steam locomotive the noise is both exhilarating and deafening. Come grab capture images of a steam locomotive from a by-gone era just up the road in downtown Lebanon.

The weekends of August 5th and August 12th The Lebanon Mason Monroe Railroad (LM&M Railroad) will be powered by a steam locomotive. The public and riders are welcome to come in close for taking pictures. Departures from the Lebanon Station, 198 S. Broadway, Lebanon will be: August 5th, 6th, 12th, and 13th at 10 am, Noon, 2:00 pm and 4:00 pm.
I plan to be there this coming Sunday for the 10 am departure.

### If you wish to catch a ride tickets are available at: 16 E. South St. or by phone at: (513) 933-8022

### PRICING

• Adults: $20
• Seniors (62+): $18
• Children (2-12): $18
• Infants (any child under 2 years of age): FREE

Sundays will offer less interfering car traffic on Broadway. After departure walk up Broadway into town to visit the shops and Village Ice Cream Parlor at 22 St. Broadway.

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“LIMITED TO DUES PAYING MEMBERS OR TRIAL MEMBERS ONLY”

*****NOTE: SUBMISSION DEADLINE MOVED TO MONDAY, AUGUST 22, AT MIDNIGHT BECAUSE I WILL BE TRAVELING THE REST OF THE WEEK*****

Welcome to the August SHOOT AND DEBRIEF – ***** Modes of Transportation ( Automobile, Plane, Jet, Train, Truck, Bicycle, Boat, Ship, Foot, Animal ) ***** Land , Air or Sea )*****

Between now and Monday 22 , – determine what photos you would like to share.

Monday , August 22, by midnight, upload a maximum of 3 images.

Thursday, August 25, 6:30 to 7:30 DEBRIEF SESSION Online

Up to 3 Images to be posted by midnight Monday , August 25, 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 use
• 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 25, 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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FOR PAID EVENT AND TRIAL MEMBERS ONLY. Questions: write rich at: [email protected]

CRITIQUE: BLACK & WHITE STORMS, CLOUDS, WEATHER.
Black and White photography lends itself to more fully expressing the impact of clouds, weather, and storms. Capturing the full tonal range from black to white can be so powerful to in drawing people to your images. If you are heading out into the weather do remember to protect your equipment from the rain. Try the Jumbo size freezer bag.

PRESENTATION: PROCESSING B & W IMAGES

https://www.tomcrocephoto.com
https://www.tomcrocephoto.com/Workshops-Seminars
https://www.facebook.com/Tom.Croce.Photo

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.

BIO:
Tom Croce is originally from Cleveland, Ohio and currently reside in Lebanon Ohio. He received his B. Ed. Degree from Miami University School of Fine Art and a Master of Architecture Degree from Washington University in Saint Louis. Tom is self-taught free-lance nature photographer with over 30 years experience. Recently the focus of his work is with fine art Black and White Landscape. Tom pursues his passion for nature and wildlife photography offering prints and workshops. To see more of his work visit www.tomcrocephoto.com

UPCOMING SEMINARS/ WORKSHOPS:

### October 2nd – 4th, 2022, (Sold Out)

### Second Dates October 6th – 8th, 2022

### Maggie Valley, N.C.

• NOT YET AN EVENT MEMBER: Event members share in the costs of running a highly active club 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].

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This weekend and next the The Lebanon Mason Monroe Railroad (LM&M Railroad) will be powered by a steam locomotive. The public and riders are welcome to come in close for taking pictures. Departures from the Lebanon Station, 198 S. Broadway, Lebanon will be: August 6th, 7th, 13th, and 14th at 10 am, Noon, 2:00 pm and 4:00 pm.
I plan to be there this coming Sunday for the 10 am departure.

### If you wish to catch a ride tickets are available at: 16 E. South St. or by phone at: (513) 933-8022

### PRICING

• Adults: $20
• Seniors (62+): $18
• Children (2-12): $18
• Infants (any child under 2 years of age): FREE

Sundays will offer less interfering car traffic on Broadway. After departure walk up Broadway into town to visit the shops and Village Ice Cream Parlor at 22 St. Broadway.
If you wish to catch a ride tickets are available at: 16 E. South Street or by phone at: (513) 933-8022.

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*****Limited To Dues Paying Members or Trial Members *****
This is the best place in the area to photograph and learn about railroad equipment. It is volunteer – run and aimed at preserving the railway artifacts of the region. The Railway Museum of Greater Cincinnati maintains over 80 units of railroad equipment and acquires several new pieces every year. The yard is huge and makes photographing of the train cars and locomotives easy and fun.

*****There is a fee of five dollars per person to tour the yard. The $5.00 is a donation that keeps this historic establishment up and running.*****

***** OVCC MEMBERSHIP INFORMATION***** Please write Rich at [email protected]

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CAPTURING MOVEMENT

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

Welcome to the August photo shoot and debrief – CAPTURING MOVEMENT!

Based on member input we will schedule Monthly Shoot and Debrief Events with topics broader in scope so more can participate. Events will be announced with longer lead time, to eliminate stress in capturing and editing photos you are proud to share.

Between now and Tuesday, August 24 – take photos that capture movement – a frozen moment in the action, photo with blur to indicate motion, trail of lights, etc…

Tuesday, August 24 by midnight, upload a maximum of 3 images.

Thursday, August 26, 6:30 to 7:30 DEBRIEF SESSION Online

Please do not go back into your inventory, rather take new photos or choose ones taken this year.

Up to 3 Images to be posted by midnight Tuesday, June 29th 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.
• Last Name, then First Initial (for example – Bader, H)
• 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 use
• 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.

Wednesday, August 25 and Thursday, August 26 those participating are asked to review all photos in the album, and formulate questions for the photo creator.

Early afternoon of Thursday, August 26, 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]”

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Cincinnati Buckeyes vs Blackbottom 9 (Hamilton Ohio)

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.

In the mid- to late-1860’s, Cincinnati had two major base ball clubs, the Cincinnati Base Ball Club (better known as the “Red Stockings”) and the Buckeye Base Ball Club of Cincinnati (a former townball club). The former had superior leadership and was able to pay for premium talent (including a few former Buckeyes). This led them to take their nine across the country in 1869, where they defeated all opponents, spread the glory of professional base ball from coast to coast, and put Cincinnati on the sporting map. The latter club… did not. Despite being a superior team early on, the Buckeyes were behind the ball, so to speak, on the concept of paying players, and, after being embarrassed on several occasions by their rival Red Stockings, folded after the 1869 season.

In 2001, the Buckeyes were resurrected to return as the local rivals to the 1869 Cincinnati Red Stockings, together forming the Cincinnati Vintage Base Ball Club. Sporting uniforms* and equipment recreated as faithfully as possible, and adhering to the rules and customs of base ball as published for the 1869 season, the two teams brought vintage base ball to Cincinnati. Their mission is to provide an entertaining educational experience that accurately portrays the game of base ball as it was played according to the rules and customs of the day. Club members share a mutual respect for the game of base ball and one another, and through competitive matches with other clubs, will develop increased skills and understanding about the beginnings of the National Pastime.
The most obvious difference between vintage “base ball” and modern baseball are the lack of gloves, which weren’t widely used yet in 1869. Another striking difference is the atmosphere of the game, where great value is placed on honest sportsmanship and gentlemanly behavior, and spectacular plays get hearty “Huzzahs” no matter which team is favored.

The Blackbottom 9 of Hamilton, OH, visit Heritage Village Museum to take on the Cincinnati Vintage Base Ball Club, closing the double-header with a match against the Cincinnati Buckeyes.

The two teams host their vintage base ball games at Dan Lyon Field in Heritage Village Museum – a period village located in Sharon Woods Park, just north of Cincinnati, OH. The Village offers a truly appropriate backdrop for the vintage game, and has become one of the finest spots to experience a game in the vintage sport. The club also travels the region and Midwest to play other vintage ball teams, and often at historical venues, museums or period-themed events, having played ball at such landmarks as Cooperstown, Gettysburg, The Hermitage, Greenfield Village at The Henry Ford, several Civil War reenactments and minor league ballparks, and even Great American Ballpark, home of the MLB Cincinnati Reds.

ABOUT THE PLAY
http://www.cincinnatibuckeyes.com/the-1869-game/

© The Cincinnati Buckeyes 2021.

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Event has been rescheduled for Sunday, October 10th. Sorry for any inconvenience.