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2021

Masking in Lightroom and Adobe Camera Raw (ACR) Workshop

12 September 2024
David Smith
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Categories: 2021, December, Past Events

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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

12 September 2024
David Smith
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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

12 September 2024
David Smith
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Categories: 2021, November, Past Events

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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

12 September 2024
David Smith
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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

12 September 2024
David Smith
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Categories: 2021, November, Past Events

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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/

Debrief – Signs of Fall Landscape and Nature Photos – PUSHED OUT 1 WEEK

12 September 2024
David Smith
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Categories: 2021, October, Past Events

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SIGNS OF FALL LANDSCAPE AND NATURE PHOTOS

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

Welcome to the delayed October SHOOT AND DEBRIEF – SIGNS OF FALL LANDSCAPE AND NATURE PHOTOS!

This session will be an opportunity to share your beautiful “fall” nature photos.

Between now and Tuesday, November 2th – enjoy taking photos that capture NATURE during this fall season.

To help qualify NATURE photos, choose photos showing signs of fall found in nature not signs of fall created by humans. Our November Shoot and Debrief will be for photos showcasing signs of fall created by humans, such as decorations and displays, lights, hayrides, pumpkin patch fun, Halloween, Thanksgiving, etc…

Up to 3 Images to be posted by midnight Tuesday, November 2nd, 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, October 3d and Thursday, November 4th those participating are asked to review all photos in the album, and formulate questions for the photo creator.

Early afternoon of Thursday, November 4th, 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]”

OCTOBER MEETING ONLINE: STEVEN BULLOCK DRONE PHOTOGRAPHY

12 September 2024
David Smith
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REGISTRATION CLOSES 5pm day of our monthly meeting. LINK to view will be emailed after 5 PM day of meeting.

Be sure to information below on his upcoming 3-Day Intensive Seminar on “How to Make Money in Photography”

PRESENTOR: STEVEN BULLOCK

CRITIQUE THEME: Drone Photography / or a subject from ground level you would like to shoot from a Drone. OR you may submit any image you would like.

PROGRAM: SHOOTING FROM A DRONE

Initially a short intro to “what and how”, and FAA Regulations (hobby vs Part 107 Certification requirement.

Steve will then share several of his Drone shots. Then discuss opportunities for creativity, how to approach owners for approval to shoot. A short version of Do’s Don’ts”.

Ways to “see” before to lift off.

Steve will back all this with links to referenced items in a pdf.

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

STEVEN BULLOCK BIO:
One of our more popular presenters, a consummate commercial photographer: Architectural, Professional Sports, Commercial, Event Photographer. Voted/Awarded Best Photographer at National AAOC Juried Art Voted/Awarded Best Photographer at The Sarasota MASTERS Art Event Feb. 2016.

Steven resides outside of Louisville Kentucky and is constantly on the go every week traveling throughout our country. I did just recently shoot The San Francisco Opera House and some of these will be in an upcoming Time Magazine article about the principal people there.
https://stevenbullock.smugmug.com/San-Fransisco-Opera-House-Principal-Persons/

I will be shooting the upcoming ACM Awards in Nashville TN Nov. 10th.

This year I am already at 124 shoots, all over the country, and have another 15 scheduled. A little busy!

UPCOMING SEMINAR: I will be doing a “HOW TO MAKE MONEY IN PHOTOGRAPHY”, a 3 Day Intensive seminar in February. This will be IN-PERSON in Louisville KY, shooting for the first week of February. Date TBD. It’s an updated version (New and Improved! LOL) vs previous seminars. I will get you an updated flyer and info. later.

Websites: stevenbullock.com & StevenBullock.smugmug.com

Raptor Shoot

12 September 2024
David Smith
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Categories: 2021, October, Past Events

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ALL MEMBER EVENT. OBSERVE CURRENT COVID PROTOCOLS.
You need not me be an EVENT Member 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.

RAPTOR INC. is a 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to the conservation of local birds of prey via rehabilitation, education and research. Location: 961 Barg Salt Run Rd., Milford, Ohio.

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 10, 2021 10:00 AM – 11:15 AM Attendance Limit 10.
If you want to participate in this event, you should reserve your spot sooner than later. Cost is $22 per attendee.

All non-photographer guests are required to pay, simply because of the space limitations and Raptor, Inc. policy.

Visit the Raptor, Inc. complex, where their educational birds will be displayed for your photographic pleasure. Birds are perched and handheld 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.

You need not me be an EVENT Member 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.

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.

EVENT Membership: eligible to attend all events hosted by OVCC. Some training presentations may have their own additional charges. Write [email protected] for more detail.

Waterfalling Near Clifton Mill, Clifton Ohio

12 September 2024
David Smith
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MEETUP BEGINS: 8:50 AM . WE WILL DEPART NOT LATER THAN 9 AM AND RETURN TO CINCINNATI BY 4 PM. THERE WILL BE AN OPTIONAL EXTENDED TOUR.

Waterfalling in the Fall is always fun. Let’s shoot Cedar Cliff Falls-Indian Mound Preserve near Cedarville Ohio in Peterson Park on St. Rt. 42 and the Gristmill and in Clifton Mill.

ADVISE US IF YOU WILL BE CARPOOLING FROM WEST CHESTER LOCATION IDENTIFIED BELOW OR DRIVING SEPARATLY IN COMMENT SECTION.

Then on to the historic Clifton Mill, one of the largest water-powered gristmills of the remaining forty-seven in the United States. We will shoot the falls off Water Street on the back of the mill. Historic site with a vintage mill, covered bridge, ’40s-era gas station & casual American eatery. Address: 75 Water St, Clifton, OH 45316.

We will take in lunch at the Clifton Mill Restaurant.

After lunch we will proceed west a couple of miles to Glen Helen Nature Preserve. We will take in The Cascades. This will conclude the OVCC meetup.

OPTIONAL EXTENDED ACTIVITIES: There are several other waterfalls and activities in the greater area to which those wishing to can certainly remain and enjoy.

Meet at Voice of America Center, Tylersville and Cox Roads. ENTER VOICE OF AMERICA CENTRE DRIVE OFF TYLERSVILLE RD, ONE TRAFFIC SIGNAL EAST OF COX RD. IMMEDIATELY FOLLOW THE ROAD TO YOUR LEFT AND AHEAD TO A CURVE ON YOUR RIGHT. PARK THERE, INSIDE THE CURVE, AT THE FAR POINT AWAY FROM CITY BARBEQUE AND BONEFISH GRILLE RESTAURANTS. IF YOU ARE NEARER DAYTON OR PARTS NOTTH, MEET US AT CEDAR CLIFF FALLS IN PETERSON PARK. Main parking lot directly off St. Rt. 42. 2750 US-42, Cedarville, OH 45314 at 10:00 AM. NOTE: FROM EXERIENCE DEPENDING ON YOUR GPS DEVICE, YOU MAY NEED TO DRIVE .7 MILE FURTHER NORTH.

Time table:
Arrive Voice of America Center 8:50 am.
Leave VOA Center NOT LATER THAN 9:00 am.
Arrive Cedar Cliff Falls approx. 10:00 am.
Depart 11:00 am to Clifton Mill. Arrive 11:15 am.
Meet at Clifton Mill Restaurant 12:10 pm.
After Lunch head East on Water St., turn Left onto West St. Rt. 343 to Glen Helen Nature Preserve Education Center (not open), address 1075 Rt. 343 dirt road – approx. 3.2 miles. We will walk to “The Cascades.”
Arrive Voice of America Center 4 pm.

Shoot and Debrief – OTR and Queen City Underground Tour Photos

12 September 2024
David Smith
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Categories: 2021, October, Past Events

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OTR AND QUEEN CITY UNDERGROUND TOUR PHOTOS

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

Welcome to the early October (belated September) photo shoot and debrief – OTR AND QUEEN CITY UNDERGROUND TOUR PHOTOS!

This session will be an opportunity for members who attended the OTR Photo Walk back on May 22, 2021 or either of the two Queen City Underground Tours on August 15 or September 11 to share photos captured at the events. If you missed all these events, photos from OTR captured at any time are encouraged.

If you want to join the Queen City Underground Tour on September 11, check availability by directly contacting American Legacy Tours at (859)951-8560. The fee is $29 for the 90 minute tour starting at 10:15 am.

Between now and Tuesday, October 5th – edit your photos from these events, or head to OTR to capture some new shots.

Tuesday, October 5, by midnight, upload a maximum of 3 images.

Thursday, October 7, 6:30 to 7:30 DEBRIEF SESSION Online

Up to 3 Images to be posted by midnight Tuesday, October 7, 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, October 6 and Thursday, October 7 those participating are asked to review all photos in the album, and formulate questions for the photo creator.

Early afternoon of Thursday, October 7, 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]”