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Upcoming Classes and Events
Listed below are a few of Brian Jorg's upcoming presentations, classes, and digital photography exhibits
open to the public. If you are interested in adding Brian as a speaker at your event, please feel free to
view the Scheduling Page on the link above. The following listing is tentative, classes and events will
be added as they are confirmed. Feel free to stop back and check the current listings.
Upcoming Classes/Events 2017
Peruvian Amazon/Mach Pichu Free Travel Info Night Attend a complimentary Travel Evening on November 2, 2017, from 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. to learn more about the 2018 trip to Peru. Information regarding itineraries, costs and other details for each travel option will be available at the information session. Travel session will take place at the Frisch’s Theater in the Harold C. Schott Education Building at the Cincinnati Zoo. To RSVP for the complimentary presentations or for additional information on travel opportunities provided by the Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden, please contact Christina Anderson at 513-487-3318 or Christina.a@cincinnatizoo.org WHEN: Thursday, November 2
October 25th, 2017 Lloyd Library 7:00-8:00pm Presentation~ Wildflowers of Ohio
Wednesday September 20th 2017 Fundamentals of Digital Photography Class series for Beginer Sold Out 6:00-9:00pm Holiday Inn Express Fairfield 6755 Fairfield Business Ctr. Drive (On Route 4, enter from Fairfield Business center Drive) Fairfield, Classroom Instruction This class, geared toward beginner photographers who want to get more out of their camera, will cover SLR camera basics, white balance, exposure, aperture, shutter speed, close-up, and landscape techniques. This classroom instruction will help make you a better photographer, Attendees are encouraged to bring their cameras to class. We will not be taking pictures, but it helps to follow along with settings, etc. Registration will be limited $79 registration
The Next Fundamentals Class will be posted About the first week of October due to travel
Past Classes  Wednesday, January 18th, 2017 Fundamentals of Digital Photography Class series for Beginners Sold Out! 6:00-9:00pm Holiday Inn Express Fairfield 6755 Fairfield Business Ctr. Drive (On Route 4, enter from Fairfield Business Center Drive) Fairfield, Classroom Instruction This class, geared toward beginner photographers who want to get more out of their camera, will cover SLR camera basics, white balance, exposure, aperture, shutter speed, close-up, and landscape techniques. This classroom instruction will help make you a better photographer, Attendees are encouraged to bring their cameras to class. We will not be taking pictures, but it helps to follow along with settings, etc. Registration will be limited $79 registration
Thursday, February 2nd, 2017 Grounds Industry Expo Sharonville Convention center Presentation-Bulbs for Landscape Color Presentation- Natives-What are They and How Can They Help Sharonville, Ohio
Monday, March 6th, 2017 Sold Out Fundamentals of Digital Photography Class series for Beginners 6:00-9:00pm Holiday Inn Express Fairfield 6755 Fairfield Business Ctr. Drive (On Route 4, enter from Fairfield Business center Drive) Fairfield, This class, geared toward beginner photographers who want to get more out of their camera, will cover SLR camera basics, white balance, exposure, aperture, shutter speed, close-up, and landscape techniques. This classroom instruction will help make you a better photographer, Attendees are encouraged to bring their cameras to class. We will not be taking pictures, but it helps to follow along with settings, etc. Registration will be limited $79 registration
Wednesday, March 22nd, 2017 Fundamentals of Digital Photography Class series for Beginners Sold Out 6:00-9:00pm Holiday Inn Express Fairfield 6755 Fairfield Business Ctr. Drive (On Route 4, enter from Fairfield Business center Drive) Fairfield, This class, geared toward beginner photographers who want to get more out of their camera, will cover SLR camera basics, white balance, exposure, aperture, shutter speed, close-up, and landscape techniques. This classroom instruction will help make you a better photographer, Attendees are encouraged to bring their cameras to class. We will not be taking pictures, but it helps to follow along with settings, etc. Registration will be limited $79 registration Monday, April 3rd 2017 Fundamentals of Digital Photography Class series for Beginners Sold Out 6:00-9:00pm Holiday Inn Express Fairfield 6755 Fairfield Business Ctr. Drive (On Route 4, enter from Fairfield Business center Drive) Fairfield, This class, geared toward beginner photographers who want to get more out of their camera, will cover SLR camera basics, white balance, exposure, aperture, shutter speed, close-up, and landscape techniques. This classroom instruction will help make you a better photographer, Attendees are encouraged to bring their cameras to class. We will not be taking pictures, but it helps to follow along with settings, etc. Registration will be limited $79 registration Wednesday May 17th, 2017 Fundamentals of Digital Photography Class series for Beginners Sold Out 6:00-9:00pm Holiday Inn Express Fairfield 6755 Fairfield Business Ctr. Drive (On Route 4, enter from Fairfield Business center Drive) Fairfield, Classroom Instruction This class, geared toward beginner photographers who want to get more out of their camera, will cover SLR camera basics, white balance, exposure, aperture, shutter speed, close-up, gear, interchangeable lenses, and landscape techniques. This classroom instruction will help make you a better photographer, Attendees are encouraged to bring their cameras to class. We will not be taking pictures, but it helps to follow along with settings, etc. Registration will be limited $79 registration
Wednesday June 14th, 2017 Fundamentals of Digital Photography Class series for Beginners 6:00-9:00pm Sold Out! Holiday Inn Express Fairfield 6755 Fairfield Business Ctr. Drive (On Route 4, enter from Fairfield Business center Drive) Fairfield,
Classroom Instruction This class, geared toward beginner photographers who want to get more out of their camera, will cover SLR camera basics, white balance, exposure, aperture, shutter speed, close-up, and landscape techniques. This classroom instruction will help make you a better photographer, Attendees are encouraged to bring their cameras to class. We will not be taking pictures, but it helps to follow along with settings, etc. Registration will be limited $79 registration Wednesday July 26th, 2017 Fundamentals of Digital Photography Class series for Beginners 6:00-9:00pm Sold Out Holiday Inn Express Fairfield 6755 Fairfield Business Ctr. Drive (On Route 4, enter from Fairfield Business center Drive) Fairfield, This class, geared toward beginner photographers who want to get more out of their camera, will cover SLR camera basics, white balance, exposure, aperture, shutter speed, close-up, and landscape techniques. This classroom instruction will help make you a better photographer, Attendees are encouraged to bring their cameras to class. We will not be taking pictures, but it helps to follow along with settings, etc. Registration will be limited $79 registration
Wednesday August 23rd, 2017 Fundamentals of Digital Photography Class series for Beginner Sold Out 6:00-9:00pm Holiday Inn Express Fairfield 6755 Fairfield Business Ctr. Drive (On Route 4, enter from Fairfield Business center Drive) Fairfield, Classroom Instruction This class, geared toward beginner photographers who want to get more out of their camera, will cover SLR camera basics, white balance, exposure, aperture, shutter speed, close-up, and landscape techniques. This classroom instruction will help make you a better photographer, Attendees are encouraged to bring their cameras to class. We will not be taking pictures, but it helps to follow along with settings, etc. Registration will be limited $79 registration
Past 2016 Events
January 17th, 2016
Cincinnati Nature Center
Presentation~ The Best of South Africa
Cincinnati, Ohio
January 29th, 2016
Purdue State Extention
Professional Landscape Management School
Presentation~ Natralistic Plantings
Southern Indiana University
Evansville, Indiana
Wednesday, February 10th, 2016
Fundamentals of Digital Photography Class series for Beginners
6:00-9:00pm
 101 Commerce Drive
(Corner of Commerce drive and Union Cemetery Road)
Summit Financial Conference Building
Loveland, This class, geared toward beginner photographers who want to get more out of their camera,
will cover SLR camera basics, white balance, exposure, aperture, shutter speed, close-up,
and landscape techniques.
This classroom instruction will help make you a better photographer,
Attendees are encouraged to bring their cameras to class. We will not be taking pictures,
but it helps to follow along with settings, etc.
Registration will be limited
$79 registration
February 6th, 2016
Radio ~In the Garden with Ron Wilson
55KRC
7am-9am
Bog Gardening, Landscaping for Wildlife, Native Plants
February 17th, 2016
The Benchmark
Presentation ~ Argentina
Free and open to the Public
Cincinnati, Ohio
Monday, March 7th, 2016
Sierra Club
March 24th, 2016
Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden
Complimentary Travel Evening
Madagascar
Please join us if you are interested
in traveling to Madagascar with us!
Free Registration required
Contact us for details
Cincinnati, Ohio
March 26th, 2016
Taft Museum
2:30pm
Presentation~ Artistry and the Natural World
Registration required-513-684-4516
Cincinnati, Ohio
Thursday, April 21st, 2016
Fundamentals of Digital Photography Class series for Beginners
6:00-9:00pm
101 Commerce Drive
(Corner of Commerce drive and Union Cemetery Road)
Summit Financial Conference Building
Loveland, Classroom Instruction This class, geared toward beginner photographers who want to get more out of their camera,
will cover SLR camera basics, white balance, exposure, aperture, shutter speed, close-up,
and landscape techniques.
This classroom instruction will help make you a better photographer,
Attendees are encouraged to bring their cameras to class. We will not be taking pictures,
but it helps to follow along with settings, etc.
Registration will be limited
$79 registration
Saturday, July 9th
Midwest Native Plant Conferance
Bergamo Center, Dayton
Topic~ Native Trees and Shrubs
Dayton, Ohio
Tuesday, August 23rd 2016 Fundamentals of Digital Photography Class series for Beginners 6:00-9:00pm 101 Commerce Drive (Corner of Commerce drive and Union Cemetery Road) Summit Financial Conference Building Loveland, Classroom Instruction This class, geared toward beginner photographers who want to get more out of their camera, will cover SLR camera basics, white balance, exposure, aperture, shutter speed, close-up, and landscape techniques. This classroom instruction will help make you a better photographer, Attendees are encouraged to bring their cameras to class. We will not be taking pictures, but it helps to follow along with settings, etc. Registration will be limited $79 registration
Fundamentals of Digital Photography Class series for Beginners Tuesday, October 18th, 2016 6:00-9:00pm 101 Commerce Drive (Corner of Commerce drive and Union Cemetery Road) Summit Financial Conference Building Loveland, Classroom Instruction This class, geared toward beginner photographers who want to get more out of their camera, will cover SLR camera basics, white balance, exposure, aperture, shutter speed, close-up, and landscape techniques. This classroom instruction will help make you a better photographer, Attendees are encouraged to bring their cameras to class. We will not be taking pictures, but it helps to follow along with settings, etc. Registration will be limited $79 registration
14 Day Madagascar Adventure
October 26th~November 8th, 2016
Novembr 12th and 13th Ohio Association of Garden Clubs NCR Country Club (Dayton Region) Western Hills country Club (Cincinnati Region) Topic~ Bog Gardening Cincinnati, ohio Dayton Ohio
December 7th, 2016 Ohio Turf Foundation Ohio State University Short Course Topic~ Natives:Whar are They and How Can They Help Greater Columbus Convention Center Columbus, Ohio Fundamentals of Digital Photography Class series for Beginners Tuesday, December 13th, 2016 6:00-9:00pm 101 Commerce Drive (Corner of Commerce drive and Union Cemetery Road) Summit Financial Conference Building
Past Classes 2015
Fundamentals of Digital Photography Class for Beginners
Saturday, January 31st, 2015
Sold Out!
Lloyd Library
917 Plum Street, Downtown Cincinnati
9:00 am- Noon
This class, geared toward beginner photographers who want to get more out of their camera,
will cover SLR camera basics, white balance, exposure, aperture, shutter speed, close-up,
and landscape techniques.
This classroom instruction will help make you a better photographer,
Attendees are encouraged to bring their cameras to class. We will not be taking pictures,
but it helps to follow along with settings, etc.
Registration will be limited
$79 registration
February 5th, 2015
Tri-State Green Industry Conference
Presentation~ Perrenials and Grasses for Sunny landscapes
Sharonville Convention center
11355 Chester Rd Cincinnati, OH 45246
Monday, February 23rd 2015
Fundamentals of Digital Photography Class series for Beginners
Sold Out!
6:00-9:00pm Grailville Conference Center 932 O'Bannonville Road Loveland,
Ohio
Classroom Instruction This class, geared toward beginner photographers who want to get more out of their camera,
will cover SLR camera basics, white balance, exposure, aperture, shutter speed, close-up,
and landscape techniques.
This classroom instruction will help make you a better photographer,
Attendees are encouraged to bring their cameras to class. We will not be taking pictures,
but it helps to follow along with settings, etc.
Registration will be limited
$79 registration
Digital Photography For Beginners * Promotional vouchers and Gift Certificates From Brian Jorg Outdoors not eligible for these classes Registration/Details can be found at Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden Website
Introduction to Digital Photography January 24th or 27th
Getting the Most out of your Travel Photography February 7th or 10th
Photo Safari- Wildlife March 21st or 31st
Photo Safari-Flowers April 4th or 7th
February 10th, 2015
Complimentary Travel Evening 6:00-7:30pm Join us for an overview of the Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden's trips to Tanzania and Argentina. Harold C Schott Education Center Please RSVP by contacting Christina at 513-487-3318
February 28th, 2015
Midwest Native Plant Society Presentation ~ Trees and Shrubs for the Home Landscape Corps of Engineer Visitor Center 4020 Clarksville Road Waynesville, Ohio
Monday, March 9th, 2015
Fundamentals of Digital Photography Class series for Beginners
6:00-9:00pm
Grailville Conference Center 932 O'Bannonville Road Loveland,
Ohio
Classroom Instruction This class, geared toward beginner photographers who want to get more out of their camera,
will cover SLR camera basics, white balance, exposure, aperture, shutter speed, close-up,
and landscape techniques.
This classroom instruction will help make you a better photographer,
Attendees are encouraged to bring their cameras to class. We will not be taking pictures,
but it helps to follow along with settings, etc.
Registration will be limited
$79 registration
Thursday, April 2nd Benchmark Outfitters 6:30pm Presentation~ South Africa 9525 Kenwood Road Blue Ash, Ohio 45242
Monday, April 20th, 2015
Cincinnati Skyline Field Shoot
Covington riverfront
Meet at the corner of Riverside drive and Garrard
7:oopm-Twilight
This hands-on field shoot will focus on getting great images of landscapes
with their digital SLR cameras. Participants should bring their photo equipment and tripods.
This is a good follow up to the Fundamentals Class
Registration will be limited
April 25-26, 2015
Great Smoky Mountains
Wildflower Photography Class Workshop
Focus on Flowers
Minimum 6 attendees required
Please contact if interested
This weekend field shoot will focus on such topics as Exposure/Natural Light, Fill Flash,
Composition and Equipment. Photo subjects will include the vast selection of
wildflowers, such as orchids and trillium, landscapes, and mountain streams.
- Class Size will be limited
Transportation, food and lodging on your own
Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Tennessee
Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden Native Plant Sale July 11th, 2015 9am-1pm 2210 Mason Montgomery Road
Wednesday, September 23rd 2015
Fundamentals of Digital Photography Class series for Beginners
6:00-9:00pm
101 Commerce Drive
(Corner of Commerce drive and Union Cemetery Road)
Summit Financial Conference Building
Loveland,
Ohio 45140
Classroom Instruction This class, geared toward beginner photographers who want to get more out of their camera,
will cover SLR camera basics, white balance, exposure, aperture, shutter speed, close-up,
and landscape techniques.
This classroom instruction will help make you a better photographer,
Attendees are encouraged to bring their cameras to class. We will not be taking pictures,
but it helps to follow along with settings, etc.
Registration will be limited
$79 registration
October 1st, 2015 RSVP for Complimentary Madagascar Travel EveningJoin us for a complimentary travel evening for the 2016 Madagascar trip. Information regarding itinerary, cost and other details will be available at the information session. Light refreshments will be available. To RSVP for the complimentary presentations or for additional information on travel opportunities provided by the Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden, please contact Christina Anderson at 513-487-3318.
The travel evening is complimentary. Complimentary parking is available in the Education Parking lot. Space is limited.
14-Day Wildlife Expedition to Argentina and Brazil Including BUENOS AIRES and IGUAZU FALLS Departs October 25, 2015
Saturday November 14th, 2015 Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden
Native Plant Seminar
Our fourth annual Native Plant Symposium could very well be our best! An incredible lineup of speakers will present on some very exciting topics relating to the growing world of native plants. Mark Rose, Director of Flannery Fork Botanical Garden Nancy Stranahan, Director of Arc of Appalachia Hardy Eshbaugh, Professor Emeritus Botany, Miami University Tom Hissong, Aullwood Audubon Center & Farm Brian Jorg, Manager Native Plant Program CZBG Steve Foltz, Director of Horticulture CZBG
Monday, November 30th, 2015
Fundamentals of Digital Photography Class series for Beginners
6:00-9:00pm
101 Commerce Drive
(Corner of Commerce drive and Union Cemetery Road)
Summit Financial Conference Building
Loveland,
Ohio 45140
Classroom Instruction This class, geared toward beginner photographers who want to get more out of their camera,
will cover SLR camera basics, white balance, exposure, aperture, shutter speed, close-up,
and landscape techniques.
This classroom instruction will help make you a better photographer,
Attendees are encouraged to bring their cameras to class. We will not be taking pictures,
but it helps to follow along with settings, etc.
Registration will be limited
$79 registration
Ohio State University Short Course
December 9th
Presentations~Natralistic Plantings
Columbus, Ohio
Past Classes 2014
Monday, January 27th, 2014 Sold Out! Fundamentals of Digital Photography Class series for Beginners
6:00-9:00pm Grailville Conference Center 932 O'Bannonville Road Loveland,
Ohio 45140 Classroom Instruction
This class, geared toward beginner photographers who want to get more out of their camera,
will cover SLR camera basics, white balance, exposure, aperture, shutter speed, close-up,
and landscape techniques.
This classroom instruction will help make you a better photographer,
Attendees are encouraged to bring their cameras to class. We will not be taking pictures,
but it helps to follow along with settings, etc.
Registration will be limited
$79 registration
January 15th, 2014
Ohio C.E.N.T.S. Show
OSU Nursery Short Course
Presentation Topic~ Bulbs in the landscape
Columbus Ohio
February 6th,2014
Tri-State Green Industry Conference
Presentation~ EcOhio Wetland Restoration
Sharonville Convention center
11355 Chester Rd Cincinnati, OH 45246 February 15th, 2014
35th Annual OEFFA Conference
The Ohio Ecological Food and Farm Association
Ohio's Largest Sustainable Food and Farm Conference
Presentation-EcOhio Wetland Restoration
Granville, Ohio
Saturday February 22nd 2014 9am-Noon Sold Out! Fundamentals of Digital Photography Class series for Beginners
932 O'Bannonville Road Loveland,
Ohio 45140 Classroom Instruction
This class, geared toward beginner photographers who want to get more out of their camera,
will cover SLR camera basics, white balance, exposure, aperture, shutter speed, close-up,
and landscape techniques.
This classroom instruction will help make you a better photographer,
Attendees are encouraged to bring their cameras to class. We will not be taking pictures,
but it helps to follow along with settings, etc.
Registration will be limited
$79 registration
Wednesday, March 19th, 2014 6-9 pm Fundamentals of Digital Photography Class series for Beginners
932 O'Bannonville Road Loveland,
Ohio 45140 Classroom Instruction
This class, geared toward beginner photographers who want to get more out of their camera,
will cover SLR camera basics, white balance, exposure, aperture, shutter speed, close-up,
and landscape techniques.
This classroom instruction will help make you a better photographer,
Attendees are encouraged to bring their cameras to class. We will not be taking pictures,
but it helps to follow along with settings, etc.
Registration will be limited
$79 registration
Monday, April 21st, 2014
6:00-9:00 pm Fundamentals of Digital Photography Class series for Beginners
932 O'Bannonville Road Loveland,
Ohio 45140 Classroom Instruction
This class, geared toward beginner photographers who want to get more out of their camera,
will cover SLR camera basics, white balance, exposure, aperture, shutter speed, close-up,
and landscape techniques.
This classroom instruction will help make you a better photographer,
Attendees are encouraged to bring their cameras to class. We will not be taking pictures,
but it helps to follow along with settings, etc.
Registration will be limited
$79 registration
Western Wildlife Corridor
April 26th, 2014
10th Annual Flower-a-Thon
Presenatation~ Wildflowers of the Western Wildlife Corridor
6:30pm
Earth Connection
Delhi
May 31st, 2014
Fundamentals of Digital Photography Class series for Beginners
Registration will be limited Sold Out! Lloyd Library
917 Plum Street, Downtown Cincinnati
9:00 am- Noon
Classroom Instruction
This class, geared toward beginner photographers who want to get more out of their camera,
will cover SLR camera basics, exposure, aperture, shutter speed, close-up, and landscape techniques.
This classroom instruction will help make you a better photographer, Attendees are encouraged to
bring their cameras to class. We will not be taking pictures, but it helps to follow along with the settings.
This is a classroom presentation. Class size will be limited
June 5th 2014
Cincinnati Skyline Field Shoot
Covington riverfront
Meet at the corner of Riverside drive and Garrard
8:00 pm -Twilight
This hands-on field shoot will focus on getting great images of landscapes
with their digital SLR cameras. Participants should bring their photo equipment and tripods.
This is a good followup to the Fundamentals Class
Registration will be limited
June 9th~Ault Park
Garden/Landscape Field Shoot
7:30pm- 9:00pm
We will meet below the pavilion
This hands on field shoot will show beginner photographers
field techniques to get better images with their digital SLR cameras.
Participants should bring their photo equipment and tripods.
This is a great follow-up to our 'Fundamentals' class.
Use of Flash Finding the image
Close up photography
Getting better Landscape Images
Brian’s favorite equipment to get better images
Camera settings to get better images
Many more field techniques to get the best images
The class will meet near the pavilion and garden, and will photograph till we run out of light. Participants should bring their photography equipment and a tripod to get the best images.
Monday, June 16th
Cincinnati Audubon Society
Presentation- Native Summer Wildflowers
Presentation will be at the Winton Centre
Winton Woods - Hamilton County Parks
Cincinnati, Ohio
Monday, June 30th Fundamentals of Digital Photography Class series for Beginners
6:00-9:00pm Grailville Conference Center 932 O'Bannonville Road Loveland,
Ohio 45140 Classroom Instruction
This class, geared toward beginner photographers who want to get more out of their camera,
will cover SLR camera basics, white balance, exposure, aperture, shutter speed, close-up,
and landscape techniques.
This classroom instruction will help make you a better photographer,
Attendees are encouraged to bring their cameras to class. We will not be taking pictures,
but it helps to follow along with settings, etc.
Registration will be limited
$79 registration
Wednesday, July 30th
Fundamentals of Digital Photography Class series for Beginners
6:00-9:00pm Grailville Conference Center Loveland,
Ohio 45140 Classroom Instruction
This class, geared toward beginner photographers who want to get more out of their camera,
will cover SLR camera basics, white balance, exposure, aperture, shutter speed, close-up,
and landscape techniques.
This classroom instruction will help make you a better photographer,
Attendees are encouraged to bring their cameras to class. We will not be taking pictures,
but it helps to follow along with settings, etc.
Registration will be limited
$79 registration
6th Annual Midwest Native Plant Conference
"Connecting People with Nature" August 1,2 & 3, 2014 Presentation ~ Native Orchids of Eastern North America
Bergamo Conference Center, Mt St Johns Preserve
Dayton, Ohio
Wednesday September 10th, 2014 Fundamentals of Digital Photography Class series for Beginners
6:00-9:00pm Grailville Conference Center 932 O'Bannonville Road Loveland,
Ohio 45140 Classroom Instruction
This class, geared toward beginner photographers who want to get more out of their camera,
will cover SLR camera basics, white balance, exposure, aperture, shutter speed, close-up,
and landscape techniques.
This classroom instruction will help make you a better photographer,
Attendees are encouraged to bring their cameras to class. We will not be taking pictures,
but it helps to follow along with settings, etc.
Registration will be limited
$79 registration
Wednesday, October 22nd, 2014
Fundamentals of Digital Photography Class series for Beginners
6:00-9:00pm Grailville Conference Center 932 O'Bannonville Road Loveland,
Ohio 45140 Classroom Instruction
This class, geared toward beginner photographers who want to get more out of their camera,
will cover SLR camera basics, white balance, exposure, aperture, shutter speed, close-up,
and landscape techniques.
This classroom instruction will help make you a better photographer,
Attendees are encouraged to bring their cameras to class. We will not be taking pictures,
but it helps to follow along with settings, etc.
Registration will be limited
$79 registration
Saturday October 25th, 2014
Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden
Native Plant Seminar
Presentation~Wildflowers for Sunny Locations
Presentation~EcOhio Wetland overview
registration through the Cincinnati Zoo website
Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden Fall Wildlife Photography Sold Out! Wildlife photography can be one of the most fun and rewarding hobbies around and who could be better to learn form than professional photographer and Zoo horticulturist, Brian Jorg. This class, geared towards beginner photographers, will blend technical expertise with knowledge of wildlife and the Zoo’s collection. You will learn how to get the most out of your camera and how understanding animal behavior will improve your photographs. Then, we will venture out into the Zoo to test your skills. Participants must provide their own camera. Sorry, no vouchers accepted for this class Dates: Nov. 1st or Nov. 8th: 8am-10am Cost:Zoo Members: $55/ Non-Members: $70 Registration availible on the Zoo's website Monday, November 24th, 2014
Fundamentals of Digital Photography Class series for Beginners
6:00-9:00pm The Kenwood 5435 Kenwood Road Cincinnati, Ohio 45227
Classroom Instruction
This class, geared toward beginner photographers who want to get more out of their camera,
will cover SLR camera basics, white balance, exposure, aperture, shutter speed, close-up,
and landscape techniques.
This classroom instruction will help make you a better photographer,
Attendees are encouraged to bring their cameras to class. We will not be taking pictures,
but it helps to follow along with settings, etc.
Registration will be limited
$79 registration
Past Events 2013
DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY FOR BEGINNERS * Promotional vouchers and Gift Certificates from Brian Jorg Outdoors not eligible for these classes Classes offered the Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden Registration on the Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden Website Open Now All classes meet on either Tuesdays from 5pm-7pm or Saturdays from 8am-10am. Please register for either the Tuesday series or Saturday series. Dates: Tuesday Series- January 22, February 19, March 26, April 30: 5pm-7pm Saturday Series-January 12, February 23, March 30 April 13: 8am-10am Cost per Class:Zoo Members: $65/ Non-Members: $75 Cost for Series:Zoo Members: $200 / Non-Members: $220 Sat., Jan. 12 or Tues., Jan. 22- Introduction to Digital Photography The Zoo is a great place to learn to be a shutterbug! During this 4 part series, Brian Jorg, Zoo Horticulturist and professional photographer, will walk you through the fundamentals of digital photography and how to apply this new knowledge to photographing wildlife and landscapes. This class, geared toward beginner photographers who want to get more out of their camera, will cover SLR camera basics, exposure, aperture, shutter speed, close-up, and landscape techniques. This classroom instruction will help make you a better photographer; Attendees are encouraged to bring their cameras to class. Tues., Feb. 19 or Sat., Feb. 23- Travel/Landscape Photography Join us for a two hour photography class that will teach you how to get the most out of your travel photography. Whether you plan to go to the Great Smoky Mountains for a family vacation or the Masai Mara for a grand safari, we will show you how to capture the trip in pictures. From traveling with gear to how to shoot culture, wildlife and landscapes, this class is for you. Tues., March 26 or Sat., March 30- Photo Safari-Spring Blooms This workshop will blend technical expertise with knowledge of the Zoo’s overwhelming flower displays. We will ‘focus’ on landscape and macro photography opportunities with our botanical collection. What better place to learn all the tricks to take better outdoor images than a botanical garden? Attendees should bring their camera and tripod if they have one. Sat., April 13 or Tues., April 30- Photo Safari- Wildlife This workshop will blend technical expertise with knowledge of the Zoo’s wildlife collection. Join us as we peruse the Zoo in search of great wildlife shots. What better place to learn all the tricks to take better wildlife images than a Zoo? Attendees should bring their camera and tripod if they have one. January 16th, 2013
Ohio C.E.N.T.S. Show
OSU Nursery Short Course
Presentation Topic~ Attracting Wildlife to the Home Landscape
Columbus Ohio
January 23rd, 2013
Fundamentals of Digital Photography Class series for Beginners
6:00-9:00 pm
Parkland Theater
6550 Parkland Avenue
Cincinnati, Ohio 45233
Sayler Park
Sold OutThis class, geared toward beginner photographers who want to get more out of their camera,
will cover SLR camera basics, exposure, aperture, shutter speed, close-up, and landscape techniques.
This classroom instruction will help make you a better photographer, Attendees are encouraged to
bring their cameras to classwe will not be taking pictures, but it helps to follow along with settings, etc.
Registration will be limited
February 7th, 2013
Grounds Industry Conference
Presentation~ Native Wildflowers for Sunny Locations
Sharonville Convention center
Sharonville, Ohio
February 9th, 2013
Fundamentals of Digital Photography Class series for Beginners
9:00am-Noon
Sold Out!
Parkland Theater
6550 Parkland Avenue
Cincinnati, Ohio 45233
Sayler Park
This class, geared toward beginner photographers who want to get more out of their camera,
will cover SLR camera basics, exposure, aperture, shutter speed, close-up, and landscape techniques.
This classroom instruction will help make you a better photographer, Attendees are encouraged to
bring their cameras to class, we will not be taking pictures, but it helps to follow along with settings, etc.
Registration will be limited
February 14th, 2013
IMA Horticulture Symposium 'Shade Savvy'
Presentation~ Native Wildflowers for Shade Gardens
Indianapolis Museum of Art
Indianapolis, Indiana
February 20th, 2013
Fundamentals of Digital Photography Class series for Beginners
6:00-9:00pm Sold Out! Grailville Conference Center 932 O'Bannonville Road
Loveland, Ohio 45140
This class, geared toward beginner photographers who want to get more out of their camera,
will cover SLR camera basics, exposure, aperture, shutter speed, close-up, and landscape techniques.
This classroom instruction will help make you a better photographer, Attendees are encouraged to
bring their cameras to classwe will not be taking pictures, but it helps to follow along with settings, etc.
Registration will be limited
March 11th, 2013
Fundamentals of Digital Photography Class series for Beginners
6:00-9:00pm
Grailville Conference Center 932 O'Bannonville Road
Loveland,
Ohio 45140 This class, geared toward beginner photographers who want to get more out of their camera,
will cover SLR camera basics, exposure, aperture, shutter speed, close-up, and landscape techniques.
This classroom instruction will help make you a better photographer, Attendees are encouraged to
bring their cameras to classwe will not be taking pictures, but it helps to follow along with settings, etc.
Registration will be limited
Wednesday, March 20th, 2013
Fundamentals of Digital Photography Class series for Beginners
6:00-9:00pm Grailville Conference Center 932 O'Bannonville Road Loveland,
Ohio 45140 This class, geared toward beginner photographers who want to get more out of their camera,
will cover SLR camera basics, exposure, aperture, shutter speed, close-up, and landscape techniques.
This classroom instruction will help make you a better photographer, Attendees are encouraged to
bring their cameras to classwe will not be taking pictures, but it helps to follow along with settings, etc.
Registration will be limited
Saturday, March 23rd, 2013
Fundamentals of Digital Photography Class series for Beginners
Sold Out!
9:00am-Noon
Parkland Theater
6550 Parkland Avenue
Cincinnati, Ohio 45233
Sayler Park
This class, geared toward beginner photographers who want to get more out of their camera,
will cover SLR camera basics, exposure, aperture, shutter speed, close-up, and landscape techniques.
This classroom instruction will help make you a better photographer, Attendees are encouraged to
bring their cameras to class, we will not be taking pictures, but it helps to follow along with settings, etc.
Registration will be limited
April 8th, 2013
Indianapolis Hosta Society
Presentation~ Trial Proven Annuals
Holliday Park
Indianapolis, Indiana
Wednesday, April 10th, 2013
Fundamentals of Digital Photography Class series for Beginners
6:00-9:00pm Grailville Conference Center 932 O'Bannonville Road
Loveland,
Ohio 45140 This class, geared toward beginner photographers who want to get more out of their camera,
will cover SLR camera basics, exposure, aperture, shutter speed, close-up, and landscape techniques.
This classroom instruction will help make you a better photographer, Attendees are encouraged to
bring their cameras to classwe will not be taking pictures, but it helps to follow along with settings, etc.
Registration will be limited
Monday, April 15th, 2013
Fundamentals of Digital Photography Class series for Beginners
6:00-9:00 pm
Parkland Theater
6550 Parkland Avenue
Cincinnati, Ohio 45233
Sayler Park
This class, geared toward beginner photographers who want to get more out of their camera,
will cover SLR camera basics, exposure, aperture, shutter speed, close-up, and landscape techniques.
This classroom instruction will help make you a better photographer, Attendees are encouraged to
bring their cameras to class, we will not be taking pictures, but it helps to follow along with settings, etc.
Registration will be limited
April 19th-21st, 2013
Great Smoky Mountains
Wildflower Photography Class Workshop
Focus on Flowers
This weekend field shoot will focus on such topics as Exposure/Natural Light, Fill Flash,
Composition and Equipment. Photo subjects will include the vast selection of
wildflowers, such as orchids and trillium, landscapes, and mountain streams.
- Class Size will be limited
Transportation, food and lodging on your own
Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Tennessee
April 26th-28th, 2013 Great Smoky Mountains Wildflower Walk
Weekend of Wildflowers
This weekend wildflower walk will see such beautiful wildflowers as
Yellow Lady slipper orchids, trillium, and up to 100 species
of native wildflowers. Hikes will be on established trails over uneven ground.
Registration will be limited
Transportation, food and lodging on your own
Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Tennessee
Saturday May 4th, 2013 Fundamentals of Digital Photography Class series for Beginners
9:00am - Noon Grailville Conference Center 932 O'Bannonville Road
Loveland,
Ohio 45140 This class, geared toward beginner photographers who want to get more out of their camera,
will cover SLR camera basics, exposure, aperture, shutter speed, close-up, and landscape techniques.
This classroom instruction will help make you a better photographer, Attendees are encouraged to
bring their cameras to classwe will not be taking pictures, but it helps to follow along with settings, etc.
Registration will be limited
Monday May 13th, 2013
Fundamentals of Digital Photography Class series for Beginners
6:00-9:00pm
Parkland Theater
6550 Parkland Avenue
Cincinnati, Ohio 45233
Sayler Park
This class, geared toward beginner photographers who want to get more out of their camera,
will cover SLR camera basics, exposure, aperture, shutter speed, close-up, and landscape techniques.
This classroom instruction will help make you a better photographer, Attendees are encouraged to
bring their cameras to class, we will not be taking pictures, but it helps to follow along with settings, etc.
Registration will be limited
Saturday, May 18th, 2013
Miami Valley Audubon Society
Bird Festival
10:00am -3:00pm
Hueston Woods State Park
Presentation~ Spring in the Eastern Woodlands
Hueston Woods State Park, Oxford Ohio
Saturday, June 1st, 2013
Native Tree Workshop
Presentation~Native Urban Trees
Sponsered by the Midwestern Native Plant Society
Preregistration is Required
Earth Connection
370 Neeb Road
Cincinnati, Ohio
Monday June 3rd, 2013
Fundamentals of Digital Photography Class series for Beginners
6:00-9:00pm
Parkland Theater
6550 Parkland Avenue
Cincinnati, Ohio 45233
Sayler Park
This class, geared toward beginner photographers who want to get more out of their camera,
will cover SLR camera basics, exposure, aperture, shutter speed, close-up, and landscape techniques.
This classroom instruction will help make you a better photographer, Attendees are encouraged to
bring their cameras to class, we will not be taking pictures, but it helps to follow along with settings, etc.
Registration will be limited
Monday, July22nd, 2013
Fundamentals of Digital Photography Class series for Beginners
6:00-9:00pm Grailville Conference Center 932 O'Bannonville Road Loveland,
Ohio 45140 This class, geared toward beginner photographers who want to get more out of their camera,
will cover SLR camera basics, exposure, aperture, shutter speed, close-up, and landscape techniques.
This classroom instruction will help make you a better photographer, Attendees are encouraged to
bring their cameras to classwe will not be taking pictures, but it helps to follow along with settings, etc.
Registration will be limited
Wendesday, August 28th, 2013
Fundamentals of Digital Photography Class series for Beginners
6:00-9:00pm Grailville Conference Center 932 O'Bannonville Road Loveland,
Ohio 45140 This class, geared toward beginner photographers who want to get more out of their camera,
will cover SLR camera basics, white balance, exposure, aperture, shutter speed, close-up,
and landscape techniques.
This classroom instruction will help make you a better photographer,
Attendees are encouraged to bring their cameras to class. We will not be taking pictures,
but it helps to follow along with settings, etc.
Registration will be limited
Thursday, August 29th, 2013
Travel and Landscape Photography for Beginners
6:00pm Grailville Conference Center 932 O'Bannonville Road Loveland,
Ohio 45140 This classroom instruction will focus on taking great landscape and travel images.
Geared toward digital SLR cameras, we will cover the best techniques to get great shots
while traveling, whether a weekend in the Smokies or a safari in Africa. The class will
not only cover the technical skills to get get better images, but also the special situations
encountered when traveling to help you bring home the vacation images you have always wanted.
Please bring your camera to class. We will not be taking pictures,
but it helps to follow along with settings, etc.
Registration will be limited
September 19th, 2013
Presentation~ Trees and Shrubs for Fall Color
Fishers Heritage Park
Fishers, Indiana
Monday September 30th, 2013
Fundamentals of Digital Photography Class series for Beginners
6:00-9:00pm Grailville Conference Center 932 O'Bannonville Road Loveland,
Ohio 45140 This class, geared toward beginner photographers who want to get more out of their camera,
will cover SLR camera basics, white balance, exposure, aperture, shutter speed, close-up,
and landscape techniques.
This classroom instruction will help make you a better photographer,
Attendees are encouraged to bring their cameras to class. We will not be taking pictures,
but it helps to follow along with settings, etc.
Registration will be limited
$79 registration
Friday, October 4th 2013
Presentation ~ Bulbs for Spring Color
Federated Garden Clubs of Cincinnati and Vicinity
Cincinnati, Ohio
FALL WILDLIFE PHOTOGRAPHY Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden Available Classes: October 5th, 8-10am October 12th, 8-10am Wildlife photography can be one of the most fun and rewarding hobbies around and who could be better to learn from than professional photographer and Zoo horticulturist, Brian Jorg. This class, geared toward beginner photographers, will blend technical expertise with knowledge of wildlife and the Zoo’s collection. You will learn how to get the most out of your camera and how understanding animal behavior will improve your photographs. Then, we will venture out into the Zoo to test your skills. Participants must provide their own camera. * This class is sponsored by the Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden. Sorry, not eligible for Groupon vouchers or gift certificates Register thru the Zoo’s website October 21st, 2013
Cincinnati Audubon Society
Presentation- Namibia, Botswana, and Victoria Falls
Presentation will be at the Winton Centre
Winton Woods - Hamilton County Parks
Cincinnati, Ohio
October 24th, 2013
Presentation~ Landscape Photography
Professional Grounds Maintanance Society
Louisville, Kentucky
October 26th, 2013
Native Plant Symposium
Presentations~ Wetland restoration
~Favorite Days in the Field
Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden
Cincinnati, Ohio
Wednesday, October 30th, 2013
Fundamentals of Digital Photography Class series for Beginners
6:00-9:00pm Grailville Conference Center 932 O'Bannonville Road Loveland,
Ohio 45140 This class, geared toward beginner photographers who want to get more out of their camera,
will cover SLR camera basics, white balance, exposure, aperture, shutter speed, close-up,
and landscape techniques.
This classroom instruction will help make you a better photographer,
Attendees are encouraged to bring their cameras to class. We will not be taking pictures,
but it helps to follow along with settings, etc.
Registration will be limited
$79 registration
November 11th, 2013
Travel and Landscape Photography for Beginners
6:00pm Grailville Conference Center 932 O'Bannonville Road Loveland,
Ohio 45140 This classroom instruction will focus on taking great landscape and travel images.
Geared toward digital SLR cameras, we will cover the best techniques to get great shots
while traveling, whether a weekend in the Smokies or a safari in Africa. The class will
not only cover the technical skills to get get better images, but also the special situations
encountered when traveling to help you bring home the vacation images you have always wanted.
Please bring your camera to class. We will not be taking pictures,
but it helps to follow along with settings, etc.
Registration will be limited
Monday December 9th, 2013 Fundamentals of Digital Photography Class series for Beginners
6:00-9:00pm Grailville Conference Center 932 O'Bannonville Road Loveland,
Ohio 45140Classroom Instruction
This class, geared toward beginner photographers who want to get more out of their camera,
will cover SLR camera basics, white balance, exposure, aperture, shutter speed, close-up,
and landscape techniques.
This classroom instruction will help make you a better photographer,
Attendees are encouraged to bring their cameras to class. We will not be taking pictures,
but it helps to follow along with settings, etc.
Registration will be limited
$79 registration
January 14th, 2012
Fundamentals of Digital Photography Class series for Beginners
Sold Out!
9:00-Noon
Grailville Conference Center
932 O'Bannonville Road
Loveland, Ohio 45140
This class, geared toward beginner photographers who want to get more out of their camera,
will cover SLR camera basics, exposure, aperture, shutter speed, close-up, and landscape techniques.
This classroom instruction will help make you a better photographer, Attendees are encouraged to
bring their cameras to class.
Registration will be limited
January 23rd, 2012
Ohio C.E.N.T.S. Show
OSU Nursery Short Course
Presentation Topic~ Bulbs in the Landscape
Columbus Ohio
January 28th, 2012
Fundamentals of Digital Photography Class series for Beginners
Sold Out!
9:00am-noon
Grailville Conference Center
932 O'Bannonville Road
Loveland, Ohio 45140
This class, geared toward beginner photographers who want to get more out of their camera,
will cover SLR camera basics, exposure, aperture, shutter speed, close-up, and landscape techniques.
This classroom instruction will help make you a better photographer, Attendees are encouraged to
bring their cameras to class.
Registration will be limited
February 23rd, 2012
Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden
Complimentary Travel Evening
Featuring 12 day Wildlife Adventure to Alaska
February 25th, 2012
Fundamentals of Digital Photography Class series for Beginners
Lloyd Library
Sold Out!
9:00am- Noon
917 Plum Street~Downtown Cincinnati
This class, geared toward beginner photographers who want to get more out of their camera,
will cover SLR camera basics, exposure, aperture, shutter speed, close-up, and landscape techniques.
This classroom instruction will help make you a better photographer, Attendees are encouraged to
bring their cameras to class.
Registration will be limited
February 29th, 2012
Effective Sustainable Urban Landscape Strategies Symposium
Full Day Seminar
Topic ~ The Urban Landscape as an Ecosystem
Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden
Cincinnati, Ohio
February 29th, 2012
Fundamentals of Digital Photography Class series for Beginners
Sold Out!
6:00-9:00 pm
Grailville Conference Center
932 O'Bannonville Road
Loveland, Ohio 45140
This class, geared toward beginner photographers who want to get more out of their camera,
will cover SLR camera basics, exposure, aperture, shutter speed, close-up, and landscape techniques.
This classroom instruction will help make you a better photographer, Attendees are encouraged to
bring their cameras to class.
Registration will be limited
March 10th, 2012
Fundamentals of Digital Photography Class series for Beginners
Saturday 9:00 am- Noon
The Kenwood
5435 Kenwood road
Cincinnati, Ohio 45227
This class, geared toward beginner photographers who want to get more out of their camera,
will cover SLR camera basics, exposure, aperture, shutter speed, close-up, and landscape techniques.
This classroom instruction will help make you a better photographer, Attendees are encouraged to
bring their cameras to class.
Registration will be limited
March 14th, 2012
Fundamentals of Digital Photography Class series for Beginners
6:00-9:00 pm
Grailville Conference Center
Sold Out!
932 O'Bannonville Road
Loveland, Ohio 45140
This class, geared toward beginner photographers who want to get more out of their camera,
will cover SLR camera basics, exposure, aperture, shutter speed, close-up, and landscape techniques.
This classroom instruction will help make you a better photographer, Attendees are encouraged to
bring their cameras to class
Registration will be limited
March 17th, 2012
Allen County Master Gardeners
Presentation Topic~ Bulbs for the Landscape
Lima, Ohio
March 21st , 2012
6:00-9:00pm
Fundamentals of Digital Photography Class series for Beginners
Grailville Conference Center
Sold Out!
932 O'Bannonville Road
Loveland, Ohio 45140
This class, geared toward beginner photographers who want to get more out of their camera,
will cover SLR camera basics, exposure, aperture, shutter speed, close-up, and landscape techniques.
This classroom instruction will help make you a better photographer, Attendees are encouraged to
bring their cameras to class.
Registration will be limited
March 31st~ John Bryan State Park
Early Spring Wildflower Hike
Join us for this early spring hike were we will see the earliest
of spring wildflowers, including the elusive snow trillium
Registration will be limited
$15 per participant
Yellow Springs, Ohio
April 11th, 2012
Fundamentals of Digital Photography Class series for Beginners
6:00-9:00 pm
Grailville Conference Center
932 O'Bannonville Road
Loveland, Ohio 45140
This class, geared toward beginner photographers who want to get more out of their camera,
will cover SLR camera basics, exposure, aperture, shutter speed, close-up, and landscape techniques.
This classroom instruction will help make you a better photographer, Attendees are encouraged to
bring their cameras to class
Registration will be limited
April 13th, 2012
6th Annual WWC Wildflower festival
Western Wildlife Corridor
College of Mt St Joseph
Delhi Township, Ohio
Nature Photography for sale
April 18th, 2012
Ault Park
Garden/Landscape Field Shoot
6:30pm-Dark
Sold Out!
This hands on field shoot will show beginner photographers
field techniques to get better images with their digital SLR cameras.
Participants should bring their photo equipment and tripods.
This is a great follow-up to the Fundamentals Class
*Groupon eligible class
$35 per attendee
April 20-22, 2012
Great Smoky Mountains
Wildflower Photography Class Workshop
Focus on Flowers
This weekend field shoot will focus on such topics as Exposure/Natural Light, Fill Flash,
Composition and Equipment. Photo subjects will include the vast selection of
wildflowers, such as orchids and trillium, landscapes, and mountain streams.
- Class Size will be limited
Transportation, food and lodging on your own
Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Tennessee
April 27~29 ~ Great Smoky Mountains
Wildflower Walk
Weekend of Wildflowers
This weekend wildflower walk will see such beautiful wildflowers as
Yellow Lady slipper orchids, trillium, and up to 100 species
of native wildflowers. Hikes will be on established trails over uneven ground.
Registration will be limited
Transportation, food and lodging on your own
Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Tennessee
May 16th, 2012
Cincinnati Skyline Field Shoot
Covington riverfront
6:30pm-Dark
Sold Out!
This hands-on field shoot will focus on getting great images of landscapes
with their digital SLR cameras. Participants should bring their photo equipment and tripods.
Registration will be limited
May 21st, 2012
Cincinnati Audubon Society
Presentation- Flora and Fauna of South Africa
Presentation will be at the Winton Centre
Winton Woods - Hamilton County Parks
Cincinnati, Ohio
June 4th, 2012
Sierra Club
Topic ~ My Favorite Places
Cincinnati, Ohio
June 13th, 2012
Fundamentals of Digital Photography Class series for Beginners
6:00-9:00 pm
Grailville Conference Center
Sold Out!
932 O'Bannonville Road
Loveland, Ohio 45140
This class, geared toward beginner photographers who want to get more out of their camera,
will cover SLR camera basics, exposure, aperture, shutter speed, close-up, and landscape techniques.
This classroom instruction will help make you a better photographer, Attendees are encouraged to
bring their cameras to class.
Registration will be limited
June 16th, 2012
What’s Up Under Your Trees? Native Shrub Workshop:
9am to 3pm, Earth Connection $8.00 (includes lunch)
Presentation~ Wildflower Propagation for Beginners
RSVP Kathy McDonald atKathy@cincinnatibirds.com or call513.941.6497
Earth Connection,370 Need Rd, Cincinnati, OH (across from Mt. St. Joseph)
June 27th, 2012
Fundamentals of Digital Photography Class series for Beginners
9:00 am- Noon
Grailville Conference Center
932 O'Bannonville Road
Loveland, Ohio 45140
9:00-Noon
This class, geared toward beginner photographers who want to get more out of their camera,
will cover SLR camera basics, exposure, aperture, shutter speed, close-up, and landscape techniques.
This classroom instruction will help make you a better photographer, Attendees are encouraged to
bring their cameras to class.
Registration will be limited
June 30th, 2012
Fundamentals of Digital Photography Class series for Beginners
Lloyd Library
9:00 am- Noon
This class, geared toward beginner photographers who want to get more out of their camera,
will cover SLR camera basics, exposure, aperture, shutter speed, close-up, and landscape techniques.
This classroom instruction will help make you a better photographer, Attendees are encouraged to
bring their cameras to class.
Registration will be limited
July 11th, 2012
Cincinnati Skyline Field Shoot
Covington riverfront
Meet at the corner of Riverside drive and Garrard
7:30pm-Dark
This hands-on field shoot will focus on getting great images of landscapes
with their digital SLR cameras. Participants should bring their photo equipment and tripods.
This is a good followup to the Fundamentals Class
Registration will be limited
Covington, Kentucky
July 12-22, 2012 12 Day Alaska Wildlife Adventure
Join us for this 12 day Wildlife Adventure to experience brown and black bear,
orcas, puffins,moose, and humpback whales. In addition to wildlife, we will also
experience Alaska's pristine landscape.
Please visit the Alaska tab for more details
Space will be limited
July 25th, 2012
Fundamentals of Digital Photography Class series for Beginners
6:00-9:00 pm
Grailville Conference Center
932 O'Bannonville Road
Loveland, Ohio 45140
This class, geared toward beginner photographers who want to get more out of their camera,
will cover SLR camera basics, exposure, aperture, shutter speed, close-up, and landscape techniques.
This classroom instruction will help make you a better photographer, Attendees are encouraged to
bring their cameras to class.
Registration will be limited
July 28th, 2012
Fundamentals of Digital Photography Class series for Beginners
Lloyd Library
9:00 am- Noon
This class, geared toward beginner photographers who want to get more out of their camera,
will cover SLR camera basics, exposure, aperture, shutter speed, close-up, and landscape techniques.
This classroom instruction will help make you a better photographer, Attendees are encouraged to
bring their cameras to class.
Registration will be limited
Cincinnati, Ohio
August 29th, 2012
Cincinnati Zoo & Botanicalk Garden
Plant Trials Day
Presentation ~ Great Native Plants for Gardens:
From Trillium to Mighty Oaks
Cincinnati, Ohio
Hocking Hills Photography Weekend
September 8th, Sunrise-Sunset
September 9th, Sunrise-Noon
Maximum 10 participants
Join us as we photograph waterfalls and landscapes in a rich and varied landscapes of
Hocking Hills. Old Mans Cave, Cedar Falls, and Upper Falls are just a few of the geological
features we may photograph. Participants should bring their camera equipment and
tripods are a must. This is a beginners class, and participants must have a basic understanding of
their camera. The 'Fundamentals of Digital Photography" will give you all you need to participate.
Participants must be able to climb steps and walk over uneven ground.
Transportation, food, and lodging are not included.
The registration price is for the class fee only.
Further details will be sent to particicpants.
We will take breaks for lunch and dinner
Please contact for any questions
Hocking Hills State Park, Ohio
September 13th, 2012
Fundamentals of Digital Photography Class series for Beginners
6:00-9:00 pm
Parkland Theater
6550 Parkland Avenue
Cincinnati, Ohio 45233
This class, geared toward beginner photographers who want to get more out of their camera,
will cover SLR camera basics, exposure, aperture, shutter speed, close-up, and landscape techniques.
This classroom instruction will help make you a better photographer, Attendees are encouraged to
bring their cameras to class.
Registration will be limited
September 19th, 2012
Indiana State Museum at White River State Park
Presentation~ Annual Trials: The Best Annuals for Sun, Shade, and texture
Marion County and Garfield Park Master Gardener Associations Present:
Garden Night at The Museum
6:00pm- 8:30pm
Marion County and Garfield Park Master Gardeners
Indianapolis, Indiana
September 26th, 2012
Cincinnati Skyline Field Shoot
*If class is postponed due to rain, it will be posted here by 5:00pm
Covington riverfront
Meet at the corner of Riverside drive and Garrard
6:00pm-Dark
This hands-on field shoot will focus on getting great images of landscapes
with their digital SLR cameras. Participants should bring their photo equipment and tripods.
This is a good followup class to the 'Fundamentals of Photography" Class
Registration will be limited
Covington, Kentucky
FALL WILDLIFE PHOTOGRAPHY Available Classes: September 22 Sold Out! September 29 Sold Out! October 6 or October 13 Sold Out! Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden Wildlife photography can be one of the most fun and rewarding hobbies around and who could be better to learn from than professional photographer and Zoo horticulturist, Brian Jorg. This class, geared toward beginner photographers, will blend technical expertise with knowledge of wildlife and the Zoo’s collection. You will learn how to get the most out of your camera and how understanding animal behavior will improve your photographs. Then, we will venture out into the Zoo to test your skills. Participants must provide their own camera. * This class is sponsored by the Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden. Sorry, not eligible for Groupon vouchers or gift certificates Register Online thru the Zoo’s website Zoo Members: $55 / Non-Members: $70 8-10 am October 17th, 2012
Fundamentals of Digital Photography Class series for Beginner
6:00-9:00 pm
Sold Out!
Grailville Conference Center
932 O'Bannonville Road
Loveland, Ohio 45140
This class, geared toward beginner photographers who want to get more out of their camera,
will cover SLR camera basics, exposure, aperture, shutter speed, close-up, and landscape techniques.
This classroom instruction will help make you a better photographer, Attendees are encouraged to
bring their cameras to class.
Registration will be limited
October 24th, 2012 - Benchmark Outfitters
Presentation- Galapagos Adventure
6:30-8:00 pm
Benchmark Outfitters
9525 Kenwood Road #24
Cincinnati, Ohio 45242
November 10th, 2012
Native Plants Symposium
Join us for an exciting, informative day dedicated to great native plants for wildlife, for people, and for the landscape. Expert and entertaining speakers—Jim McCormac, Gene Bush, Guy Sternberg, Brian Jorg, Steve Foltz and Scott Beuerlein—will discuss these wonderful plants and how to best increase the diversity and functionality of our yards and gardens. This full day seminar includes admission to the Zoo, parking, lectures, a catered lunch, a silent plant auction, native plant sale and non profit organization displays. ASLA, APLD, ISA, ONLA, PLANET, and PGMS CEUs Approved
Cost of this full day lecture, including lunch is $45 per attendee.
Event Details:
Date: Saturday, November 10th, 9am-5pm
Tickets: $45 per person, includes parking and catered lunch. Registration Deadline: November 5 Cincinnati, Ohio
November 14th, 2012
Fundamentals of Digital Photography Class series for Beginners
6:00-9:00 pm
Grailville Conference Center
932 O'Bannonville Road
Loveland, Ohio 45140
This class, geared toward beginner photographers who want to get more out of their camera,
will cover SLR camera basics, exposure, aperture, shutter speed, close-up, and landscape techniques.
This classroom instruction will help make you a better photographer, Attendees are encouraged to
bring their cameras to class.
Registration will be limited
2011 Events 2011
Classes, Workshops, and Travel
February 1 ~ Commercial Arborist, Landscaper & Nursery Workshop
Presentation- Tough Trees and Shrubs for Tough Sites
Boone County Extension Office
Burlington, Kentucky
February 3 ~ Grounds Industry Conference
Presentation-Native Wildflowers for Shade Gardens
Sharonville Convention Center
Sharonville, Ohio
February 26~ Civic Garden Center
Presentation - Growing Native Orchids
Civic Garden Center
2715 Reading Rd
Cincinnati, Ohio
March 3 ~12th Annual Central Ohio Perennial School
Presentation ~ Bulbs in the Landscape
Clark County Extension
Springfield, Ohio
March 5- In the Garden With Ron Wilson
55 WKRC Radio
6:00-9:00 am
Topic-Native Plants
March 8~ South African Travel Evening and Wine Tasting
Join us for a travel evening to see
what we can expect from our
South African Safari in September
Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden
Cincinnati, Ohio
March 11~ Orchid Society of Greater St Louis
Presentation - Native Orchids of the Eastern US
Missouri Botanic Garden
St Louis, Missouri
March 14- Wild Journeys Program
Presentation - Kenya Safari
Brukner Nature Center
Troy, Ohio
March 16 - Benchmark Outfitters
Presentation- Kenya Safari
6:30-8:00 pm
Benchmark Outfitters
9525 Kenwood Road #24
Cincinnati, Ohio 45242
March 21~ Cincinnati Audubon Society
Presentation- Wildflowers of the Great Smoky Mountains
Presentation will be at the Winton Centre
Winton Woods - Hamilton County Parks
Cincinnati, Ohio
March 26-John Bryan State Park
Early Spring Wildflower Hike
Sold Out!
 Yellow Springs, Ohio March 30~ Cincinnati Zoo evening Lecture
Presentation - Native Wildflowers
Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden
Cincinnati, Ohio
April 1~Western Wildlife Corridor
5th Annual Wildflower Festival
Native Wildflowers and Nature Photography for Sale
Delhi Township, Ohio
April 15-17 ~ Great Smoky Mountains
Wildflower Walk
Weekend of Wildflowers
We should expect to see a profusion of blooms, such as the rare and unusual
Fringed Phacelia, Showy Orchis, Dwarf Crested Iris,
and a number of Trillium species - all in their springtime glory.
Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Tennessee
Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Tennessee
April 17-19~ Great Smoky Mountains
Wildflower Photography Class Workshop
Focus on Flowers
We should expect to see and photograph a profusion of blooms, such as the Fringed Phacelia,
Dwarf Crested Iris, and a number of Trillium species - all in their springtime glory.
Topics include Exposure/Natural Light, Fill Flash, Composition and Equipment.
- Class Size will be limited
Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Tennessee
April 26 ~ Cox Arboretum Lunch and Learn Series
Presentation-Native Wildflowers for the Shade Garden
Cox Arboretum
Dayton, Ohio
May 11 ~ Garden Photography Field Shoot
for Beginners
Learn to shoot flowers and close-up photography
This three hour class will be taught outside on weekday evenings
Class will meet on site
6:00-9:00 pm
May 18 ~ Cincinnati Skyline Shoot for beginners
Join us for this three hour class on photographing the city skyline
This class will meet on site
(Location in Covington to be announced)
May 18 6:30-9:30 pm
Covington Kentucky
May 21~Fundamentals of Digital Photography Class series for Beginners
Sold Out!
Lloyd Library Downtown Cincinnati
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