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2022

STATUS UNCERTAIN: Civil War Encampment at Caesar’s Creek Pioneer Village

13 September 2024
David Smith
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WEB PAGE: https://www.lasr.net/travel/city.php?Civil+War+Encampment+at+Caesar%27s+Creek+Pioneer+Village&TravelTo=OH0713024&VE=Y&Event_ID=OH0713024e013

THOSE GOING, PLAN ON SOMETHING ELSE IN THE PARK OR WAYNESVILLE IN CASE THIS IS BOGUS.

9 15 2022
We have been unable over the past three weeks to confirm the activity is on as they advertise to do. The number given is to a volunteer Chamber of Commerce in Waynesville.
I was able to reach someone at Ceasar’s Creek this morning who stated while they do no show an activity, there indeed could be one through a group of volunteers.

I have a phone message in this morning to the lead person. Remain tuned for further word.

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This is a public service notice for members to show up individually at your own convenient time – designated group events are restricted.

Learn about the life of a soldier in 1863. Groups re-enacting soldiers representing infantry, artillery, and cavalry units from Ohio and other states will be camped in the Village. The soldiers will have their encampments around the Village and will be helping us by presenting a living history of the Civil War. They will be giving presentations about different aspects of the Civil War from how life was to what weapons were used and medical treatments which were common practice in the day. See the units square off on the battlefield each afternoon.

Address: Caesar’s Creek Pioneer Village, 3999 Pioneer Village Rd. , Waynesville, Ohio

Ph: (513) 897-8855 (Always call and confirm events)
Web: www.ccpv.us
Fee: $5.00

Private Downtown Tour of Painted Murals and Their History

13 September 2024
David Smith
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Tour is for our paid Event Trial members only. See below how to become an event member.*

Cincinnati is an awe-inspiring colorful art gallery. Walk through historic streets and explore our city’s impressive collection of downtown-area monumental murals.

Our tour guide will both educate and entertain us by sharing the behind-the-scenes info on how these spectacular murals came to be. These offerings are the official ArtWorks mural tours in Cincinnati. Our tour guides encourage audience participation, and you’ll have a blast learning more about the rich arts and cultural scene of Cincinnati.
Our tour will take us through uptown and Over The Rhine.

Prepaid Fee: $25. In the event of a rainout our tour will be rescheduled.
PAYMENT must be received by Tuesday, September 6th to be included.
Make payment to: “Ohio Valley Camera Club” and mail to OVCC, 6691 Fox Hunt Ct., West Chester, Ohio 45069.

Meeting location: Mr. Tarbell Tips His Hat, 1109 Vine St. Cincinnati, OH 45202 AT 9:15 AM

Street parking is available, or the parking lot on the corner of Walnut St. and Central Parkway. Street parking is also available.

OPTION: Afterward let’s socialize at The Taft Ale House, 1429 Race Street for lunch.

*Event membership: write rich at [email protected]

UC Water Skiing Competition -Open to all OVCC Members

13 September 2024
David Smith
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The OVCC has been offered an opportunity to photograph a University of Cincinnati Water Skiing Team competition vs. other regional school teams. This will be a rare opportunity to photograph ski jumping and tricks without having to drive to Florida! There is no charge to attend this event and parking is immediately behind a pavilion where you can shoot if you so desire.

Time: the competition runs from 8 am to 6 pm but we are recommending attending at 10 am or 2:30 pm to capture some of the best of the competition.

Sharing Images: we are requested to share our images with the students. After the event a SmugMug gallery will be created to allow the uploading of images which will then be shared with the students.

Directions: look for a blue gate with the title of Skiers Runway. Drive through the gate up a small hill and park behind the viewing pavilion.

Equipment: the skiers will be between 75 to 150 feet away when photographed. So bring the appropriate telephoto lens (thinking 70-200 mm should be adequate, maybe a bit more). This will be a good opportunity to practice shot panning if desired to introduce the sense of motion.

Sports Etiquette: once the competition is underway be sure to exercise good judgment and etiquette by moving your position if requested, and not distracting coaches or judges.

August Shoot & Debrief ( Modes of Transportation )

13 September 2024
David Smith
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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,
  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. First Name, then last Initial (for example – Joel , B. )
  • 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.

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]”

AUGUST MEEETING: TOM CROCE: B&W CLOUDS-STORMS / B&W PROCESSING

13 September 2024
David Smith
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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].

PHOTO OPP: STEAM LOCOMOTIVE COMING TO LEBANON

13 September 2024
David Smith
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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.

The Railway Museum of Greater Cincinnati

13 September 2024
David Smith
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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]

PRIVATE GUIDED TOUR: CINCINNATI MUSEMUM CTR INCLUDING ROTUNDA CATWALK & TOWER A

13 September 2024
David Smith
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Categories: 2022, July, Past Events

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SATURDAY, JULY 30TH
9:45 AM – NOON & BEYOND

REGISTRATION IS CLOSED.

EVERYONE WILL SIGN A RELEASE TO PARTICIPATE IN THE ROTUNDA CATWALK AND TOWER A – WALKING UP TWO TO THREE STORIES.

MUSEUM CENTER

Here We Go Again. We have arranged for a private tour of one of our area’s top icons They are on the national historic registry, they are the Cincinnati Museum Center, with its art deco style design. Work on Union Terminal started in August 1929 and was completed on March 31, 1933. Housed in Union Terminal, an art deco train station and National Historic Landmark, Cincinnati Museum Center continues to bring the world to Cincinnati through its more than 3 million artifacts, archival materials and artworks.

Our tour will include their Rotunda, with awe inspiring world-famous mosaic tile murals. The largest half-dome in the western hemisphere. spanning 180 feet, with a height of 106 feet.

Rotunda Catwalk – we will be above the flag. We Will Return to the Rotunda after our tour ends for more photography time.

Tower A – overview of the back railyard, the original control tower of the station.

Amtrak Station

Concourse

Losantiville Dining Area

President’s Office

Ice Cream Parlor

LET’S HAVE A GREAT TIME.

WHILE AT THE MUSEUM CONSIDER CATCHING, America’s Epic Treasures featuring Preternatural by Michael Scott at additional charge

#### ” An immersive exhibition inspired by the beauty of natural landscapes and the destructive and rejuvenating nature of the elements”

July – Shoot & Debrief *****DECAY*****

13 September 2024
David Smith
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Categories: 2022, July, Past Events

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

Welcome to the July SHOOT AND DEBRIEF – ***** Decay ( state or process of rotting , decomposing or rusting – can be a piece of decay , an abandoned structure , interior of a structure , etc… ) *****

Between now and Tuesday, 26 – determine what photos you would like to share.

Tuesday, July 26, by midnight, upload a maximum of 3 images.

Thursday, July 28, 6:30 to 7:30 DEBRIEF SESSION Online

Up to 3 Images to be posted by midnight Tuesday , July 26, 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. First Name, then last Initial (for example – Joel , B. )
  • 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.

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

Thursday, Thursday July 28, those registered for the event will receive an e-mail from Rich Sears 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 this speck image )**

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

Bert Sirkin Workshop: Understanding Photoshop Layers

13 September 2024
David Smith
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This is an OVCC PAID EVENT

For our Event Members who are current on dues, there will be no charge.
For all others, you are invited to participate in this 3 hour workshop for $12. Or enjoy our active schedule of events and other club paid webinars for a full year, $30 (through June 30, 2023) See information below on how to pay.*

OUR WEBINAR LINK WILL BE SENT THE DAY PRIOR TO OUR EVENT TO FULLY REGISTERED MEMBERS ONLY, with payment received.

Professional Photographer Bert Sirkin, who has previously presented to the OVCC on Infrared Photography and Lightroom Masking, will be presenting a 3 hour workshop on Understanding Photoshop Layers. Bert Sirkin, creator of PhotoBert CheatSheets, has been teaching photography and post-processing topics for the past 40 years and has taught photography workshops nationally.

Layers in Photoshop, arguably one of the most powerful features in Photoshop, allows you to composite photos, work on specific areas of photos, and so much more. The workshop is intended for people with no experience using layers, or Lightroom and Photoshop users who aren’t as comfortable with layers as they would like to be. Bert will cover everything you need to know about layers, and how to best use them. This is an intensive class that will provide you with an outline and video that you’ll be able to reference over and over again until you become an expert with Photoshop layers.

Regardless of your experience with Lightroom or Photoshop, we’re sure you’ll leave with some great tips that will improve your editing. Here’s what’s covered in the workshop:
– What is a Photoshop Layer?
– Why Use Layers?
– The Layer Panel
– The Background Layer
– Creating New Layers
– Moving Layers
– Opacity & Transparency
– Layer Visibility
– Type Layers
– Layer Masks
– Smart Objects
– Blending Modes
– Linking Layers
– Layer Groups
– Compositing Layers, and more.

Signup for the Workshop here using this Event and an on-line Zoom meeting notice will be emailed to you 1-2 days before the event.

*Submit check, money order or cash made out to “Ohio Valley Camera Club” and mail to OVCC, 6691 Fox Hunt Ct., West Chester, OH 45069. No cc.