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THE INDIANHEAD

PHOTOGRAPHER

Published by the Indianhead Professional Photographers, Inc.

In the Spirit of Cooperation, Not Competition

Editor: Ginny B. Otto

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2012 Officers

President Neil Geiger

113 E 5th StreetKaukauna, WI 54130

920-766-9679

Vice PresidentHelen Kolpitcke

TreasurerPhil Ziesemer

Past President/Program Director

Ellie Hussong

T8592 N. 57th StWausau, WI 54403

715-849-8300

SecretaryMarilyn Graveen

425 Burns St.Wausau, WI 54401

715-675-9757

Indianhead Photographer’s Inc.Appointed Chairs

Print ChairTom Blomlie17198 54th St.

Chippewa Falls, WI 54729715-723-1636

Assistant Print ChairHelen Kolpitcke

MembershipTom Giles

4812 Fairfax Street Eau Claire, WI 54701

715-834-2993

Newsletter EditorGinny Otto

5487 Elmwood AvenueStevens Point, WI 54482

715-544-6001ottophotography@charter.net

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Page 1 - Cover//Officers Page 2- Letter from the EditorPage 3- President’s NotesPage 4- General Mtg ReportPage 5- New 2013 Board Members Page 6- Fellowship AwardsPage 7- Notes from Our Print ChairPage 8- Print Comp -Specified CategoryPage 9- Print Com - Open/JudgesPage 10- May Meeting DetailsPage 11/12- Speaker InformationPage 13 - June Meeting Info/ACI AdPage 14- Upcoming Events/Div AwardsPage 15- PPA/ WPPA Upcoming EventsPage 16/17- Member ArticlePage 18- Member’s Page

Directors: Roy Meronek - 1 year / Lindsey Marie Kersten - 2 years

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Newsletter DeadlineMay 20, 2013

Wow! What a great meeting we had in April. Our thanks to American Color for sponsoring Mary and Mark Bortz. Their Character Workshop was the greatest. And thanks to Erwin; the coolest model ever! His sense of humor had us rolling in laughter. It was great to experience this journey of creating unique images from beginning to end. If you don’t use Light Room or Lucis Art you should really be inspired at this point. And our grateful thanks to Laura Sedivy for hostessing, not to mention her son’s hot from the oven cookies! We welcome our new board and wish them a wonderful season, full of new ideas. We are proud to be a strong organization in this world of uncertainty. It isn’t just being a part of an organization, but instead, of a wonderful extended family. It is hard to imagine not participating in such a fantastic group of creative people, sharing the same interests and learning from one another. Our congratulations to those receiving their Fellowship awards and to Kirk Kolpitcke for his Photograph of the Year Award. He was also the recipient in January of his Master of Photography Award from the PPA. We are proud that he is a member of our organization. He has provided us with his knowledge of hand posing, judging skills and sharing the education he has received over the years. He is a real asset to our group. Being Editor, it is always hardest to mention your own awards. I can just thank you receiving the Photographer of the Year Award and encourage all of you to enter our monthly competition. It is guaranteed to improve your daily work and help you to receive the awards you deserve. Photography is a growing process. Set your goals high, stick with them, and you will achieve much as well as succeed in your business. Next month prove’s to be another winner with Christie Kline on “Babies Dream...Why Can’t We?” Be sure to join us in Stevens Point to fill your head with new ideas.

Attention:If anyone has received awards, please email your name and results to

ottophotography@charter.net subject line: IPPA Newsletter

Ginny

May

May DayComes but once a yearA basket of violetsLove and cheer

Flowers bring us Lots of joy Playing startsFor girls and boys

Out the window We enjoyThe sight of birdsAnd new found toys

The sun providesA cheerful glowWith summer comingBefore you know

GraduationsWeddings and moreWe’ll soon be heading’Out the door

Christie Klineon ‘Babies Dream”Will spark our thoughtsIt sure will seem

Get out your camerasAnd clear those cardsTake those picturesIn beautiful yards.

Soon we’ll wishThat we could restBut we know for usThat summer is best ...Ginny Otto

Letter From the Editor

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A Note From Our New President

See our newly updated

Indianhead Websitewww.indianheadphotographers.org

Spring is here. Love is in the air and brides are lookingfor great wedding photographers who are in to creatingbeautiful memories.

Itʼs hard to imagine, after 34 years in the business, Iʼd be talking about and remembering my first wedding - a double wedding, no less. I was asked to assist my cousin who worked for Roger Crocker Studio out ofSheboygan, WI. What an experience! I told myself that I would never photograph another wedding. Yet here I am 34 plus years later, still photographing weddings and loving it.

I believe that what makes a good wedding photographer is one who keeps an open mind,learns from others, and makes his photography his own style.

Cudoos go out to the late Monte Zucker and Clay Blackmore who continues on in the Monte Zucker style. The late Ron Warwick, Patsy Hodge, Hanson Fong, and David Ziserare just a few who have inspired me and continue to do so.

It is my hope that you have the opportunity to learn from the wedding pros of today. Take a little piece of what you learn and add it to your wedding photography.

! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! Neil Geiger

2013 PRESIDENT NEIL GEIGER

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General Meeting Report April 8th, 2013

Location: Marathon City, WI Hostess: Laura SedivySubmitted by Marilyn Graveen, Secretary

• Call to order - Phil Ziesemer at noon.

• Welcome and Introductions

• Secretary’s Report As printed in the newsletter by Ginny Otto. • Treasurer’s Report Phil Ziesemer read two cash flow reports. Tom Giles motioned to accept. Marilyn second. Motion approved.

• Membership Report Tom Giles gave the Membership Report. It was announced that the two membership applications of Rosalind Kealiher and Cindy VanProoyen had been approved, as was the application for life membership of Pat and Carol Clifton.

• WPPA Report Ginny announced that the WPPA Long Range Planning session will be held on Sunday, April 14th, at the Mead in Wisconsin Rapids at 1 pm. The budget meeting will be held on Monday at 10 am. Any members are welcome to attend.

• Old Business

• New BusinessPhil Ziesemer handed the gavel to new President, Neil Geiger.Neil introduced the new board for 2013.

• Motion to Adjourn

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Congratulations to Our New 2013 IPPA Board

*President - Neil Geiger *Vice President - Helen Kolpitcke*Past Pres / Program Director - Ellie Hussong

*Secretary - Marilyn Graveen*Treasurer - Phil Ziesemer

Directors: *Roy Meronek 1 year / *Lindsey Marie Kersten 2 years

Appointed Chairs and Committees: Membership Committee - Tom Giles

Fellowship Awards Committee - Tom Blomlie Web Editor - Tom Giles

*Newsletter Editor - Ginny Otto *Print Chair - Tom Blomlie Assistant Print Chair - Helen Kolpitcke

Special Services Award Committee - Paul Hafermann / Pat Clifton

2013 IPPA BOARD OF DIRECTORS

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2013 Fellowship Awards

KIRK KOLPITCKE2013 PHOTOGRAPH OF THE YEAR

“BUSTED”

GINNY OTTO2013 PHOTOGRAPHER OF THE YEAR

TOM BLOMLIE - RCVD 1 PLUS 25 BARTOTAL OF 15

TOM GILES - RCVD 1 PLUS 25 BARTOTAL OF 15

GINNY OTTORCVD 2 PLUS 25 BAR

TOTAL OF 13

KEN NOESEN - RCVD 1 PLUS 25 BARTOTAL OF 13

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Notes from our Print ChairThings that should be done for Print Competition

Files must be sized with the longest dimension being no more than 4000 pixels. Color space of sRGB; file format is JPEG, quality 10; DPI 300; file size no larger than 3.5 mb.

Entries shall be named as follows; Title_O/S_MakersName.jpg O= Open S= specified example Blue Eyes_S_Tom Blomlie.jpg.

This is very important as it helps when putting into Pro Select. This way nothing has to be rearranged after it is put into the computer.

If you could email them to the print chair by Sunday at 7pm before the meeting would be appreciated. Please sent them to ippa_competition@live.com If not bring it to the meeting on a jump drive or a CD. It must be delivered to the print chair at least one half hour before print competition is to begin. Anything later than that will not be excepted.

May 13 , 2013 Print Competition

Categories“ Seniors ” and “Open”

May enter up to two images

2013 IPPA Print Competition Categories Only Digital Files will be accepted

January Family February Story Telling April Red May Seniors June Wedding October Open (up to four prints) November Pre-State/District Competition Open (up to four prints)

12 Elements for Competition:

1-Impact2-Creativity

3- Style4-Composition

5-Print Presentation6-Center of Interest

7- Lighting8- Subject Matter9- Color Balance

10-Technical Excellence11-Technique

12- Story Telling

PLEASE NOTE:

THESE RULES APPLY FOR THE INDIANHEAD COMPETITION ONLY

WPPA AND PPA RULES APPLY FOR THE STATE AND DISTRICT COMPETITIONS

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April 2013 Print Awards

Category: Red

“Dreaming in Red” 77 Ginny Otto

“Taylor” 79 Karleen Weinfurter

9Judges: Kirk Kolpitcke, Neil Geiger, Speakers - Mary & Mark Bortz, Phil Ziesemer

Alternate Tom Giles - Foreman Tom Giles Print Crew: Tom Blomlie Score Keeper: Helen Kolpitcke

“Bella” 80 Neil Geiger

Gold Arrow

“Cradled in Pink” 83 Ginny Otto

“Homeless” 80 Neil Geiger

“Composed Composer” 78 Roy Meronek

Category: Open

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Open House8:30 - 9:30 am

Splendid Photography by Serena615 Evelyn CourtStevens Point, WI

MAY 13TH MEETING SCHEDULE

8:30 - 9:45 am Open Houseat Splendid Photography

9:00 Board Meeting10:00 Print Competition

11:00 SPEAKERCHRISTIE KLINE

12:00 Lunch/General Meeting12:45 SPEAKERS

Map Quest directions are on the Indianhead web site.

Meeting Location

Park Ridge Restaurantlocated in the Econo Lodge5110 Main St. Stevens Point

Host: Serena Sblendorio

RSVP: 715-252-2352 call or email reservation

by Noon, May 9thserena@essentialrecruiting.com

Meeting Cost: Members $25 or $35 Walk-ins / Cpls

Buffet Lunch Provided

May 13th, 2013 MeetingHost: Serena Sblendorio

Speaker: Christie Kline“Babies Dream..Why Can’t We?”

Location: Stevens Point, WI

serena@essentialrecruiting.com

RSVP BY NOON, THURSDAY, May 9TH715-252-2352

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Christie KlineChristie is a second generation photographer operating out of Germantown, IL. Christie’s passion for photography started at an early age, working with her mother who established the studio in 1977. Now a co-owner with her mother, Christie took over the shooting in 2002. Growing up surrounded by the love of photography, Christie is proud to carry on her mothers’ dream.

The studio, “Sonshine Portrait Design”, is located in a one of a kind studio built in 2006. While babies and children are the studio’s specialty, they serve a broad range of clients. Christie feels that by getting to know each client individually, she can create a product as unique as they are. The end result is a portrait tailor made for each client. Christie’s talent for design, light and final composition sets her apart from her competition. Her personality and attention to detail keeps her clients coming back. Her new “Posh Collection” has receive rave reviews from clients and other photographers alike.

Christie holds the Professional Photographers of America, “Master of Photography” degree and is a Certified Professional Photographer. She is a member of Professional Photographers of America, Northern Illinois Professional Photographers and Professional Photographers of Illinois. Since 2006, Christie has won numerous awards for her photography on a local, state, district, and international level. These awards include the prestigious Fuji Masterpiece Award, two Kodak Gallery awards, and others. Her work has been featured and published in the PPA International Loan Collection. She has also been named in the top ten photographers for Illinois the past three years.

Christie is now speaking and sharing her success with other photographers across the United States, giving back to the profession that has given her so much.

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Upcoming Meeting - June 10th, 2013

Speaker: Fuzzy Dunkel“ Seniors ”

Hostess: Jan FavretLocation: Eau Claire, WI

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UPCOMING SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

May 13, 2013 Stevens Point - Host Serena Sblendorio - Speaker Christi Kline

June 11, 2013 Eau Claire - Host Jan Favret - Fuzzy Dunkel “Seniors”

2013 NORTH CENTRAL DIVISION AWARDS

INDIANHEAD MEMBERS

PAUL HAFERMANN 76, 77, 77, 79

GINNY OTTO 77, 80, 84, 78

JD WACKER 76, 77, 77, 79

JEAN WACKER 80, 77, 77, 73

BOB ZETTLER 76, 77, 78, 78

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UPCOMING SCHEDULE OF EVENTSInternational Photographic Competition 2013

Entries Open: April 15th - Closes June 28 (early deadline) July 12, 2013 (late deadline requires extra fees)

Judging Dates: July 29 - August 1, 2013

June 29-30, 2013 - SMS Business Basics

Are you in “the Loop” ? Check the PPA website for more information

PPA News

“To Plant a Garden is to Believe in Tomorrow” ...Audrey Hepburn

WPPA NewsUPCOMING SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

2013 Fall Shoot-OutOctober 20 & 21st, 2013

Hotel Mead - Wisconsin Rapids, WI

2014 Spring ConventionFebruary 26th - March 3rd, 2014Radisson Hotel, Green Bay, WI

The 2014 Spring Convention will includeThe North Central District Photographic Competition Judging

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Not so many years ago I sat envious at the numberous awards being presented at our April meeting. I had watched intently the months of competitions that preceeded this special day, and thought how I would never be able to compete with the talents of such wonderful photographers as these. I admired the work and dedication they had given to their craft. I was envious, not only of the awards, but their accomplishments over the years.

I soon began to realize that the Fellowship Awards received were given to those who gave their time and efforts, not only in attending meetings, but holding offices, entering the print competitions and being active in other photographic organizations. I already knew that for me, knowing other photographers and learning from the speakers was tops, but perhaps by being a bigger part of the organization I could benefit even more.

Then they presented the “Photograph of the Year”. Wow! How wonderful it would be to hang that on my wall someday. Imagine... of all the images entered in the past year, this image was selected as the best. To top that off, the next award was “Photographer of the Year”. Now that would be really incredible. But for me, that didn’t seem within reach for a lifetime. These photographers did work well beyond what I could ever imagine doing. But after some thought I decided that, although I never dreamed I could achieve that goal, I would make it mine. After all, everyone needs a goal and it would give me something to work toward. I spent a lot of years watching other photographers receive these awards, thrilled for them to be able to reach that peak. I made up my mind to enter at every meeting I could. When I began. I told myself that it wasn’t about me, but the images I presented. Whatever the judges said, good or bad, I could not take to heart, but use it as a tool to improve my work. This was a learning experience I am forever grateful for. I soon learned that the more the judges picked apart my work, the more potential they thought the image had to go further in competition. So I soon looked forward to the comments and criticism that the judges made. I listened intently and tried to make those changes in my work.

“If I Can Do It, So Can You!”

Aim for the Stars ... and Reach the Moon !

by Ginny B. Otto

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I also learned about consistency. One year I noticed that the recipient of the Photographer of the Year did not have really high scores, however, the consistancy of entering was the big factor in her achieving it. I think that opened several people’s eyes in knowing that they, too, could qualify for this award. A number of photographers began to enter at each meeting and it proved to be helpful in the outcome. The benefits of entering each month were seen in their work as well. This last month I am proud to say that I received this prestegious award for the second year in a row. My records show that I have entered at every Indianhead meeting I could. The consistancy is there, and over the years it as given me the opportunity to improve tremendously. Since that day I made this goal my own, I have made an effort as well to enter in the WPPA, PPA, and District competitions. Each time I have pushed myself to do better and better in the quality of my work. As a result I have been able to achieve many prestigious awards. I would never have dreamed to be where I am today. I am now two merits away from the PPA Master of Photography Award. My goal is to not only achieve that this year, but to merit all four entries and go for the gold as well. I have learned in life that if you set your goals high, you can achieve them if you put enough effort into it.

However, this is not about me. It is meant to encourage those who have not yet began to enter competition, but who would love to improve on their work, someday qualifying for these awards as well. Perhaps it is a bit intimidating to enter along side those who seem to get the high scores, or maybe you don’t think your images are good enough for competition. You’ll never know unless you try. And there are many people out there who would love to help you if you just ask. We all started somewhere and remember how it was the first time we entered.

I commend those new members who jump in without fear of the water, however, also realize that not everyone is ready and stand at the side of the pool waiting for the right moment. Make this your moment. Ask someone to help you get started in competition. You’ll soon learn to appreciate your efforts and begin seeing the improvement of your own work. Be consistant in your efforts and don’t give up. Enter each month and watch your scores grow. Climb this amazing ladder to success.

When I started in photography, I set one specific goal per year. Make this yours. You only have to gain by doing so. The water is warm and we are there to help ease you in.

“Aim for the moon and reach the stars!”. You, too can reach your goals.

Additional note: Each time you enter, you receive one point towards your Fellowship Degree. Each print receiving a score of 80 or more and each Gold Arrow Award gives you more points. Attending meetings, hosting a meeting, judging, holding a Board of Directors or an appointed position all are ways to achieve your Fellowship Award and become more active in Indianhead. Ask questions. Volunteer. We offer you the opportunity to achieve your goals.

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MEMBER NEWS

Our thoughts go out to Dick and Cindy Standeven and family. Cindy’s mother passed away recently.

We wish IPPA member Paul Hafermann much success as President of WPPA this year.

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