Last night, the ASMP-ONC chapter held it’s annual Member’s Holiday Party / “Holiday Shoot-out”. Participants were given 10 minutes to photograph any of the mystery objects, which were not seen until they had entered the shooting area.

The two quest judges, John Lionti from Liggett Stashower and Barbara Coleman from the Cleveland Clinic, were assigned the task of choosing the winners. Below are the 1st, 2nd and 3rd place winners of the Holiday Shoot-out.

1st Place
Don Bensman Jr.

2nd Place
Roger Mastroianni

3rd Place
Alejandro Rivera

Map Your Route to Success presented by Leslie Burns

Unfortunately Leslie is unable to travel due to a very nasty illness. We will be rescheduling and will keep you posted.

If you have registered and paid for this event, please go to your confirmation email and follow the directions to “Un-Register” for your refund.

If you have any questions please contact  Joe Harrison.

We are extremely sorry for the last minute cancellation and hope that this will not be a huge inconvenience in your plans today!

Joe Harrison
Co-President
Ohio Valley Chapter
www.asmpovc.org

Contact Joe
859.240.9319

Today, photographers have a gazillion possible marketing roads to follow. Which way should you go? Consultant/Lawyer Leslie Burns of Burns Auto Parts will offer her thoughts on the best routes to success, how to weigh the pros and cons of different roads to select the right ones for your business, and she’ll explain why your route will be unique (that’s a good thing). Also, since some marketing roads have big potholes (like rights-grabs!), she’ll address some of the legal issues to consider in your selections. She’ll even touch on a few copyright issues (her favorite topic!) in the process.

Make sure to come to this event with a notebook and plenty of questions. This will be a great opportunity to pick the mind of one of the best-known consultants out there, now with added legal goodness, and she loves to be asked questions at her events!

Disclaimer: Although Leslie is an attorney, she is not licensed in the state of Ohio. This presentation is not and should not be taken as legal advice—it is offered for educational and informational purposes only. Private consultations with Leslie will not form or constitute an attorney/client relationship.

FULL DETAILS

When:
Wednesday, November 16, 2011
7:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Social time starts at 6:00 PM

Where:
Columbus College of Art & Design (CCAD),Canzani Multipurpose Room, 60 Spring Street
Columbus, Ohio

REGISTER NOW Pre-registration is required!!!

Cost:
0.00 — ASMP Leader
35.00 — ASMP Member
50.00 — Non-member

Consultations: Leslie is also offering private consultations on Thursday, November 17. Membership gets you a big discount!

Non-Member 50-min. consultation: $300
APA-Member 50-min. consultation: $250
ASMP-Member 50-min. consultation: $200
Student 25-min. consultation: $75
Please contact Leslie directly to book a meeting: leslie@burnsautoparts.com.

Our sponsor, BlinkBid, has donated some special prizes

This program is geared to prepare and educate students, emerging associates and assistants with transitioning to a professional photographer.

Gain insight directly from our panel of established photographers on what is needed to successfully operate a professional commercial photography business. You’ll hear their honest and frank perspectives on the things you need to succeed in this rapidly changing business.

The program will be held in a Q&A format, and will consist of a panel of ASMP General Members. Predetermined questions will be presented to the panelist for their input on marketing, pricing, insurance, business ethics, etc. Attendees will also be give the opportunity to present follow-up questions to the panelist.

Date:
November 2, 2011 (Wednesday)

Time:
6:00pm – 7:00pm Social Hour
7:00 – 9:00pm Program

Location:
Keith Berr Productions
1420 East 31st Street
Cleveland, OH 44114
www.keithberr.com

Fees:
ASMP Members- $5
Student non-members – $10
Non-members- $15

Please RSVP by 12:00pm – October 31, 2011 to:
Don Bensman Jr. – President, ASMP-ONC
don@donbensmanphotography.com

Please plan to join us for our next ASMP Ohio North Coast program: “The Speed Portfolio Review”. It’s like speed dating – for your portfolio. This has been an extremely popular program. Bring in your best work for an evaluation from our selected panelists. Each panelist is a creative professional in their field.

Date:
Wednesday – May 25, 2011

Time:
6:00pm – 9:00pm (we will have food and beverages)

Location:
Keith Berr Productions
1420 East 31st Street
Cleveland, OH 44114
www.keithberr.com

Fees:
ASMP Members- $5
Student non-members – $10
Non-members- $20

Please RSVP to:
Don Bensman Jr. – President, ASMP-ONC
don@donbensmanphotography.com

Portfolio Reviewers

Skip Cohen
President
Marketing Essentials International

Marc Manack, AIA
robert maschke ARCHITECTS inc.

Barb Coleman
Senior Manager, Creative Services, Design
Cleveland Clinic | Marketing and Communications Division

John Lionti
Associate Creative Director
Liggett Stashower

Marcia Hall
Gallery Director, Art Consultant
The Bonfoey Gallery

Keith Berr
Owner / Photographer
Keith Berr Productions

Gail Mooney will discuss the increased demand for video and how to identify potential opportunities for you. What tools do you need? How do you change your thinking from still to motion? What are the business models for video production?

Seminar topics

• Markets for video

• Tips for shooting motion

• How to get good audio

• How to shoot great interviews

• Camera gear suggestions

• Editing hardware and software suggestions

• Business of video production — how not to be just a content provider

• Common mistakes photographers make and how to avoid them

FULL DETAILS

When:
Wednesday, September 22, 2010
7:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Social time starts at 6:30 PM

Where:
Dodd Professional

2077 East 30th Street

Cleveland, OH

REGISTER HERE
Pre-registration is required to be eligible for door prizes.

Cost:
25.00 — ASMP Member
0.00 — ASMP Leader
50.00 — Non-member
40.00 — Professional Association member *
10.00 — Student *

Door Prizes
A copy of The ASMP Professional Business Practices in Photography book
An ADBASE Regional Subscription + Emailer (worth up to $990)

Raise your hand if you’re just like me and you’ve almost totally given up on getting another job from an Ad Agency.

I see a lot of hands in the air!

Ok, If I told you that you could better your chances right now, would you take action on it?

Don’t say I never gave you nothin’. Here you go!!

Join Debra Weiss and guests on Thursday September 23rd @ 6:30 p.m. at the Columbus College of Art and Design for an information packed evening with two Art Buyers and a Creative Director. Hear directly from the sources on what is needed to make it as an advertising photographer. Gain insight into what it takes to get their attention, how they choose the photographers they work with and how to build lasting beneficial relationships. You’ll hear their honest and frank perspectives on how you can succeed in this rapidly shifting and increasingly impersonal business.

Can you afford not to attend this program?

Look at that, your’re back in with the agencies again for just a mere penance.
ASMP Members – $35
Non Members – $50
Register Here

Would you like to get more information about next weeks seminar? Click Here

Do you have a nagging feeling you can manage your images better and faster? Are you insecure about your archiving and backup systems? Are you ever disappointed in the final output of your work? Join ASMP and learn about dpBestflow, the definitive digital imaging resource for gaining efficiency, profitability and excellence.

Seminar Topics
- Make informed decisions about choosing the best workflow for your needs
- Maintain the color intent and quality of your work
- Preserve your digital image files (and the work that you do to them) for the short and long term
- Communicate more effectively with clients, printers, digital labs or anyone else handling your files
- Work more efficiently so you can focus on creating great images and growing your business
FULL DETAILS

Date:
May 12, 2010 (Wednesday)


Time:
Sign-in starts at 6:30 PM Program from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM

Location:

Cleveland Institute of Art

11141 East Blvd. – Cleveland, OH

(Parking lot is located just east of the building on Bellflower Ave. and guests can enter through the door located under the Cinematheque sign)


This event is free of charge, but REGISTER HERE to ensure a space.

The Presenter
Judy Herrmann is a past president of the ASMP, an Olympus Visionary and recipient of the United Nation’s IPC Leadership Award. A widely quoted expert, she has lectured extensively on digital photography and smart business practices since 1995. Her consulting practice helps photographers earn more money doing creatively satisfying work.

Please join us for the ONC Annual Meeting. We will have an extended social, followed by an interactive meeting between the chapter’s 2010 board of directors and members. We will be discussing future programs, and ideas on how to promote our chapter to potential clients. If you have questions and/or ideas, this will be a great opportunity to express.

Come prepared to have an enjoyable time, and communicate your ideas.

Date:
March 18, 2010

Time:
6:00PM – Social
7:30PM – Meeting

Location:
Local Heroes Bar and Grill (formerly Alice Cooper’s town)

2217 East 9th

Cleveland, OH

216-566-8100

Fees:

Members – $0.00
Student Non-members – $10.00

Non members – $20.00

Includes: hot appetizers, sandwiches and sodas. A cash bar will be available.

Door Prizes:
We will be giving away 2ea, one year / 625 meg upgrades to PixOasis.com (a $143.00 value). PixOasis.com is the first digital image display and delivery tool designed exclusively for media professionals.

Please RSVP by 12:00pm on March 16th to:
Don Bensman Jr.
President, ASMP-ONC
don@donbensmanphotography.com

Please join us for our annual holiday party at the studio of fellow photographer and chapter Treasurer, Hal Stata.



Date:
Thursday, December 10, 2009


Time:
5:30PM to 9:00PM


Location:
Stata Productions
2220 Superior Viaduct Suite 3
Cleveland, OH 44113

Phone 216-621-1977

www.stataproductions.com



Fees: 

$5 Members

$10 Non-member Guests

Fees includes food and beverages (beer, wine, soft drinks, water, and coffee)



Plus, The MYSTERY PHOTO SHOOT: 

There will be several mystery objects and a studio area, with lighting, set aside behind closed doors. Bring your digital SLR camera, lens, and CF card to join in!
Each photographer will have a designated amount of time to execute their shoot (using one or all objects). Judges will award a 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winner.



Please RSVP no later than 12:00PM on December 9, 2009 to:

Don Bensman Jr.
President, ASMP-ONC
don@donbensmanphotography.com