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ASMP/ONC Social Gathering -August 15, 2017

August 3rd, 2017  |  Published in Uncategorized

ASMP/ONC Social Gathering -August 15, 2017

We are planning on getting together at an outdoor venue by the lake/boat docks and marina for some conversation and good food. If you are able to make it, please stop by. This is an outdoor event, weather permitting, dogs, pets, suntanning lotion, wind breaker, sun glasses are encouraged and don’t forget your camera for that sunset shot to post on your Facebook or Instagram.
There is no need to RSVP, and we look forward to seeing you there! As part of the event we will be running our next Facebook cover photo contest, “Day at the Lake,” so don’t forget to bring your camera! Stay tuned for details on how to enter.
Follow us on the Facebook ASMP/ONC Group page:  Facebook Group ASMP/ONC
ASMP/ONC Blog: ASMPONC BLOG

When:
August 15, 2017

Time:
5:30PM

Where:
Whiskey Island Still & Eatery
2800 Whiskey Island
Cleveland, OH 44102
Whiskey Island Still and Eatery

ASMP-ONC Pints & Pixels Re-scheduled

June 29th, 2017  |  Published in Uncategorized

ASMP-ONC Pints & Pixels Re-scheduled

Dear Friends
I’m sorry to inform you, at this time the ASMP/ONC board has decided to reschedule the Pints and Pixels event to a fall program.  There seems to be a lot of things going on around town that week/weekend.  Timing is everything and we want this event to be a successful with great attendance.  We apologize for any inconvenience and we hope you understand.

Sincerely,
John Bashian  and the ASMP/ONC Board.

ASMP/ONC Pints & Pixels Program on Friday, July 7, 2017

June 27th, 2017  |  Published in Uncategorized

Join us at our always popular “Pints & Pixels” event on July 7th.  
ASMP/ONC will be presenting a Pints & Pixels in the five-minute portfolio format. Your work will be showcased in five-minutes to show 20 slides that will auto-advance every15 seconds. Share your commercial work, self-assigned projects or fine art work what you are working on.  ASMP Members and Non-members are welcome to participate. This is a great opportunity to share your creativity amongst your contemporaries and friends. 
Disclaimer. WARNING some adult content and or nudity may be present in these presentations

Date: Friday, July 7, 2017
Reception: 6:00 p.m.
Meeting Starts: 6:30 p.m.
Location: Keith Berr Productions, Inc.
1420 East 31st Street, Cleveland, OH
Driving and Parking Directions
Presenters:  ASMP Members and Non-members are welcome to participate.
Cost:  $5.00 for Members and Presenters,  $10.00 for Non-Members
Door Prizes: Tickets will be given with each paid admission for your chance to take home some cool door prizes.
Call For Entries Deadline:   5:00 pm on Saturday,  July 2nd. 
File Size and Format as follows:  Jpegs only; 1024 x 768 @ 72ppi w/ image quality at 10. 
Submit images to: jb.bashian@gmail.com
Please help with an RSVP
Your RSVP is strongly encouraged. By doing so we will be able to order enough food, beverages and chairs to make this event a comfortable experience for all who participate.  Thank you.
Don’t forget to follow on the Facebook ASMP/ONC Group Page

#ASMPONC

ASMP Social on May 24th will now be at MERWIN’S WHARF

May 17th, 2017  |  Published in Uncategorized

Venue change for the ASMP Social on May 24th will now be at MERWIN’S WHARF
“A Day on Cuyahoga River’s Irishtown Bend and Boardwalk”

We are planning on getting together at an outdoor venue Cuyahoga River’s Irishtown Bend and boardwalk for some conversation and good bar food. If you are able to make it, please stop by. This is an outdoor event, weather permitting, dogs, pets, suntanning lotion, wind breaker, sun glasses are encouraged and don’t forget your camera for that sunset shot to post on your Facebook or Instagram  There is no need to RSVP, and we look forward to seeing you there!  As part of the event we will be running our next Facebook cover photo contest, “Day on the River” so don’t forget to bring a camera with you! Stay tuned for details on how to enter.
Don’t worry, we will have another social later in the year by the lake.

Sorry for any inconvenience
JB

When:
May 24, 2017

Time:
5:30PM

Where:
Merwin’s Wharf
Cuyahoga River’s Irishtown Bend
1785 Merwin Ave, Cleveland,OH 44113
216.664.5696

https://clevelandmetroparks.com/parks/visit/parks/lakefront-reservation/merwin-s-wharf

The Recently Released OS X El Capitan. What’s New?

October 9th, 2015  |  Published in Uncategorized

Date:
10/29/2015

Meeting Type:
CDPUG General Meeting

Reception Starts:
6:00 p.m.

Meeting Starts:
6:30 p.m.

Where:
Garfield Heights Library
5409 Turney Rd
Cleveland, OH 44125
Driving and Parking Directions

Speaker(s):
Scott Seifert of Team Spike Consulting, LLC

Cost:
Free for members and for guests. Complimentary refreshments for members.

Raffle Prize(s):
Take Control eBooks: “Upgrading to El Capitan” and “Upgrading to El Capitan”

Apple has recently released OS X El Capitan, the annual upgrade to the Mac Operating System. What improvements and changes are there? Is this a “must have” upgrade? Having issues after upgrading? Attend the October CDPUG meeting and learn all about OS X El Capitan!

Scott Seifert of Team Spike Consulting, LLC, will share what he has learned from running the new public beta and the final product for an extended period. Scott will demonstrate many of the new features that will add even more power to OS X.

OS X El Capitan gives you simpler, smarter ways to do the things you do most with your Mac. Like working in multiple apps at the same time using Split View. Searching for information with an even more helpful Spotlight. Keeping your favorite websites handy with Pinned Sites. Managing your email with full-screen view and swipe gestures. And turning notes into useful checklists. Improvements under the hood make your Mac snappier and more efficient for all kinds of everyday tasks — from opening PDFs to loading your email. And with Metal for Mac, you get faster and more fluid graphics performance in games and high-performance apps.

Please help with an RSVP
While an RSVP is not required for our members and guests to attend, it is strongly encouraged! We order the food, based on the number of RSVPs we receive. So, to make sure that we order enough food for all who attend, please RSVP at the following link: Click here to submit an RSVP. Thank you for your help!

NOCA’s MadMen Event

October 7th, 2015  |  Published in Uncategorized

Get yourself to NOCA’s MadMen event on Friday, October 16 at Artful Living Gallery in Gordon Square. From 6:00 p.m. until the madness stops, you’ll be able to feast on martinis, beer, wine and hors d’oeuvres.

There will be a business card raffle. There will even be a prize for the person sporting the best MadMen dress. (Theme attire is optional.)
RSVP before the madness subsides.

The event is free, but a $5 donation is requested. There will be free parking available in the parking lot accessible off West 67th Street behind the Capitol Theater. Street and Gordon Square valet parking (on Detroit) are also available.

Looking for rental partners ASAP

August 9th, 2015  |  Published in Uncategorized

600’ second-floor studio on Lee Rd and Mayfield with 4 west-facing windows for gorgeous afternoon natural light.

(NO elevator.)

Upgraded electrical system suitable for multiple  strobes.

Ancient air conditioner.

Off street parking for ONE car while you are shooting.

Security system.

Available 24 x 7 access.

Online calendar for scheduling.

Bathrooms down the hall for M/F. No showers. (No baths either.)

I am interested in one, maybe two others with whom to share the space.

Must be neat, organized and provide proof of personal liability insurance.

Will discuss $$$ with the right person.

Herb Ascherman
Herb@ascherman.com
216-559-0104

Proofing for Designers: Catching Common Writing Errors

July 16th, 2015  |  Published in Uncategorized

Date:
7/30/2015

Meeting Type:
CDPUG General Meeting

Reception Starts:
6:00 p.m.

Meeting Starts:
6:30 p.m.

Where:
Maple Heights Branch, Cuyahoga County Library
5225 Library Lane
Maple Heights, OH 44137-1291
(Off Libby Road between Broadway & Lee)
Driving and Parking Directions

Speaker(s):
Norm Friedman, writer & leader of workshops on writing in the workplace

Cost:
Free for members, $10 for guests

Raffle Prize(s):
Two copies of Norm’s book, “100+ Instant Writing Tips”

Norm will devote time to writing issues of particular interest to designers, such as correct capitalization of titles, maximization of subhead effectiveness, and tips on making photo captions compelling. He will also highlight some of the most common errors in word use, grammar, and punctuation and leave plenty of time for your questions. Come armed!’

Please help with an RSVP
While an RSVP is not required for our members and guests to attend, it is strongly encouraged! We order our food, based on the number of RSVPs we receive. So, to make sure that we order enough food for all who attend, please RSVP at the following link: Click here to submit an RSVP. Thank you for your help!

For more information about CDPUG, visit our website: http://www.cdpug.org

Phase One XF IQ3 Camera System Launch Event at Dodd Camera

June 15th, 2015  |  Published in Uncategorized

Introducing the new CF Camera System
Join us to see the lunch of the new XF Camera System. The XF Camera system features key design changes to each of the core elements in a modern camera system, vastly improving performance and reliability. This includes lens performance, sensor performance, body mechanics and electronics, autofocus system, software and controls. Be amongst the first to get your hands on this great new technology from Phase One. Ready to go today in limited quantities as well as the new IQ3 line of digital backs.

Launch Event Featuring:

  • Direct from Denmark - Phase One Manufacturing Engineer, Peter Tirsgaard will be present to discuss and answer questions about the XF Camera System and the XF IQ3 Digital Backs.
  • The Dodd Pro Team will be there to give you expert advise, train and shoot with you!
  • Also in attendance will be Phase One’s representative for the Eastern US, Francis Clark Westfield.

XF Camera System Highlights:

  • The New Honeybee Autofocus Platform(HAP-­1)
  • New Flexible OneTouch User Interface (UI)
  • New range of IQ3 Digital Backs
  • Light Metering in Waist Level
  • XF Camera System and Capture One Pro 8.3

Register Now!

Cleveland, OH
June 16, 2015: 1PM – 6PM
2077 East 30th St.
Cleveland, OH 44115
216.361.6805

Cincinnati, OH
June 18, 2015: 1PM – 6PM
6475 East Galbraith
Cincinnati, OH 45236
513.791.3333

There’s much more but we want you to come and see for yourself. Please join us. If you can’t make it to one of the launch event contact Dennis Semick to schedule a test drive at 216-361-6805 or email dsemick@doddcamera.com.

June 16, 1pm – 6pm
Dodd Camera Cleveland
2077 E. 30th Street
Cleveland, Ohio 44115

Dodd Camera – Spring Show & Sale

May 27th, 2015  |  Published in Uncategorized