3/04/2008
My Loss is Your Gain
Big changes are in the works ! After five years of managing my photography business and retail studio location here in Dayton, Ohio, with lots of painful lessons learned, I’m finally moving onward. The Jim Crotty family is moving to Texas !
I will be continuing my photography business there, but without the expense and burden of a retail studio location. I will be doing more in the way of freelance, commercial work as well as returning to teaching part-time at the community college level.
When I began Picture Ohio, LLC I emphasized my work with nature and landscape photography, only to realize later that the true potential of the business was by shooting location and assignment work for businesses and other organizations.
This is why I have so many framed prints still sitting in my studio. I made the unfortunate mistake of investing quite a bit of resources in custom framing during my first two years of being in business. Anyone who knows anything about artwork knows just how expensive framing can be.
I have 24″x30″ prints, custom framed with black wood and double white mats, of Dayton and Ohio scenics, nature and landscapes. I also have several 16″x24″s and 8″x12″s. These framed prints have been on display in several area restaurants.
The problem is I can’t take them with me to Texas, so . . . .
My loss is your gain. On framed prints that are normally listed for $250.00 I am offering for sale at $50.00 each. 16″x24″ at $25.00. 8″x12″ at $15.00.
I also have many, many mounted and unmounted prints sitting in my print bins. Some the mounted prints are as large as 40″x60.” Lots of unmounted prints in the 5″x7″ to 16″x24″ range. All of these I’m offering for sale from as low as $5.00 (5″x7″s and 8″x10″s) to $50.00 for the largest mounted prints.
All these prints, and more, need to be sold. EXTREMELY low prices. Sidney my dog is not for sale, despite urgings from the wife. He’s coming to Texas too.
This is a “cash and carry” sale only. Pricing applies to just those prints, both framed and unframed, that are currently in stock at my studio in Centerville at 6372 Far Hills Ave., just a few doors down from Elsa’s.
No refunds or returns. All sales are final. No special orders. I accept cash, check, VISA or Mastercard. Ohio retail sales tax applies.
Labels: art, artwork, Dayton, Ohio, photography, prints
4/27/2007
ALL ABOUT YOU! MAY AMA MEETING
Making it all about YOU!
Erik Collins, Manager – Economic Development, Montgomery County
May 9, 2007
Montgomery County Economic Development is recognized as a business-friendly, collaborative and responsive division of Montgomery County. It values nurturing partnerships among the business community and Montgomery County jurisdictions, as well as organizations in the Greater Dayton region, in an effort to build and maintain a strong, viable economy for our residents. We strive to develop quality economic development programs that will assist local companies in being competitive in the global environment.
Discover what YOU can do to build lasting partnerships within the Miami Valley and across the country to ensure profitability and continued return on investment.
Join us May 9th at the Schuster Center to learn more about economic development, marketing, and how YOU fit into the equation!
Date: May 9, 2007
Time: Networking and Registration at 11:30. Lunch and program begins at 12:00pm.
Location: Schuster Center View Map*
Parking: (Corner of Second and Main St., FREE parking at the corner of Second and Ludlow)
Cost: Members $22, Non-members and Guests $36, Students $10
Note: Walk-ins will be charged an additional $5. No shows will be billed.
Registration: Click here* to register! Registration deadline is Noon, Monday, April 9th, 2007
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3/23/2007
AMA April Meeting - John Moore shares his Tribal Knowledge
John Moore, Author of Starbucks Tribal Knowledge
April 11, 2007
For the past decade, John Moore has made his mark in the marketing world by creating, championing, and implementing marketing ideas and branding ideals for Whole Foods Market and Starbucks Coffee.
As the Director of National Marketing for Whole Foods Market, John focused his team on engaging in activities which were less about using traditional advertising and more about using the influential power of customers as the advertising vehicle. At Starbucks, John led countless highly successful in-store and out-of-store marketing promotions as a Retail Marketing Manager.
Today, through speaking engagements and through his Brand Autopsy Marketing Practice , John shares business and marketing advice with companies aspiring to become the next Whole Foods or Starbucks.
In his most popular presentation, Starbucks Tribal Knowledge, John shares the many lessons he learned from Starbucks on how to build an endearing and enduring brand.
Date: April 11, 2007
Time: Networking and Registration at 11:30. Lunch and program begins at 12:00pm.
Location: Schuster Center View Map*
Parking: (Corner of Second and Main St., FREE parking at the corner of Second and Ludlow)
Cost: Members $22, Non-members and Guests $36, Students $10
Note: Walk-ins will be charged an additional $5. No shows will be billed.
Registration: Click here* to register! Registration deadline is Noon, Monday, April 9th, 2007
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Registration: http://guest.cvent.com/i.aspx?4W,M3,674a8fbd-4609-44d5-9aba-3e0913d05082
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2/21/2007
Dayton AMA, March Event, Marketing & Project Management
Marketing and Project Management
Brian Montgomery, Director, Products and Services, WorkflowOne
March 14, 2007
Date: March 14, 2007
Time: Registration and Networking begins at 11:30 am. Lunch and presentation will begin at 12:00pm
Location: Schuster Center (View Map)* (Corner of Second and Main St., FREE parking at the corner of Second and Ludlow)
Cost: Members $22, Non-members $36, Students $16
Registration: Click here* to register. Registration deadline is Noon, Monday, March 12, 2007
Note: Walk-ins will be charged an additional $5, no shows will be billed.
What do creative “ponytail types” in marketing have to do with the “Gantt chart geeks” in project management? Plenty! Come hear how a little dose of discipline can help your marketing programs and campaigns be more effective (and maybe even more enjoyable!).
Brian is the Director of Products & Services at WorkflowOne, responsible for digital print, fulfillment and technology solutions. With over 24 years of experience in marketing, strategic planning, product development and product management, he has created products, strategies and marketing plans that delivered real growth in both revenues and profits. In addition to his current role, he has directed product marketing and strategy at the world’s largest provider of software for nonprofit organizations. Prior, Brian was a brand manager at IBM, where he also oversaw implementation of the company’s product portfolio management and led the development of his
division’s overall strategy. He has also held various product development and product management roles at LexisNexis, the industry leader in electronic research and publishing. Brian has an MBA from Capital University and an undergraduate degree from The Ohio State University. (He may also have been a Certified Project Manager,
but don’t tell anyone!)
For questions about registration or the event, please contact the Dayton AMA at hospitality-dayton@marketingpow
1/25/2007
AMA February Event
Marketing from L.A. to L.A.
Dinner Meeting
Laston Charriez, Director, Procter and Gamble North American Marketing
February 7, 2007
Laston Charriez, Director for Procter & Gamble’s Marketing Organization in North America, is responsible for developing and executing marketing training, recruiting and career pathing in the United States, Canada and Puerto Rico. Laston’s group oversees the development of new marketing knowledge and execution of marketing training for all of the almost 1,300 marketers in North America.
For the last 5 years Laston has overseen the management of P&G’s business in the U.S. Hispanic and African American markets from Procter & Gamble’s Puerto Rico office. Laston started the pilot program that led to the creation of the Multi-Cultural Division and he led the Paper Brands for this Division for 3 years (Pampers, Always, Charmin and Bounty).
You are invited to come hear Laston speak about his expertise with Latin American demographics and the stories behind some successful and not-so-successful P&G launches in Latin America. He brings it home to Los Angeles with a discussion on the US Hispanic Market and how P&G has successfully grown
Date: February 7, 2007
Time: Networking and Dinner 5:45 pm. Speaker starts at 7 pm.
Location: Sinclair College, The Ponitz Center Great Hall (Building 12) (View Map) (View Directions)
Parking: Available in Lot A on West Fifth Street, follow the walkway on the second level to Building 12
Cost: Members $22, Non-members and Guests $36, Students $10
Registration: Click here* to register! Registration deadline is Noon, Friday, February 2, 2007
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1/19/2007
Appearance on ABC 22/Fox 45 on January 22nd
This coming Monday - January 22nd - I will be appearing on the local morning television news program of ABC 22 and Fox 45, Dayton. I’m scheduled to appear at around 7:40 AM. I will be presenting a print of my award-winning wildlife photograph that was recently published in National Wildlife and Nature’s Best magazines as well as being part of the current Nature’s Best show at the Smithsonian Natural History Museum in Washington, D.C.
I will also be showing some other large display prints from my work in nature, landscape and wildlife photography and sharing a few tips on nature photography in general. Hopefully I will also be able get a plug in for my commercial and studio photography services. In a market like Dayton, being labeled as just a nature photographer has created far more challenges than opportunities. I just need to think of a way to communicate the fact that Picture Ohio is indeed a full-service photography studio.
12/29/2006
Dayton AMA January Meeting - Connecting to Customers
- create, build, and leverage the value of executive level customer relationships,
- gain critical customer insight
- drive quantifiable business results
See you there!
12/05/2006
Dayton AMA December Meeting
Celebrate the Season with the Dayton AMA
Date: December 13th, 2006
Time: 5:30 – 7:30pm
Location: Figlio • 424 East Stroop Road • Dayton, OH 45429
Cost: $8 – walk-ins will be charged an additional $5
Registration: Click here* to register. Registration deadline is Noon, Wednesday, December 13th, 2006
Join us Wednesday, December 13th for our Holiday Networking event. Come meet and mingle with Dayton’s top marketing professionals while enjoying delicious Hors d’Oeuvres catered by Figlio and contributing to a great cause
We will be sponsoring the Blue Star Mother’s Organization so please consider bringing a donation for our brave men and women who are currently serving over seas and away from their families during the holidays. Some items to bring are: dried fruit, CD’s, DVD’s, magazines, holiday goodies (nonperishable), Slim Jims, peanuts, small packages of cookies, monetary donations for shipping costs, and other small items they can put in their pockets during missions. These items will be given to soldiers that don’t receive mail from family and friends and will help to brighten their holidays with the thought that someone back home cares for their well-being.
For questions about registration or the event, please contact the Dayton AMA at hospitality-dayton@marketingpow
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Registration: http://guest.cvent.com/i.aspx11/29/2006
Aerial Photography from an Unique Angle
Leisa and Wendel Atkins of Perfect Perspectives Aerial Photography provide a unique method for capturing aerial images of property and building projects. They utilize radio controlled helicopters with high-resolution digital cameras, enabling them to photograph properties from lower altitudes and in most cases more attractive angles as compared to aerial photography conducted from conventional aircraft.
And their equipment is a bit more expensive and involved than what you’ll find at the local hobby shop, as is their training and certification.
Leisa stopped by my studio a few weeks ago to show me samples of their work. I was very impressed. When I saw her print of the low-altitude print of Dayton’s 5th Street, I knew right away that they had a unique product and service. Check them out.
11/16/2006
Photo Wins in National Competition and to be in Exhibit at the Smithsonian
More at calmphotos.com
Nature's Best: Experience Nature Through the Art of Photography at the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History
11/09/2006
AMA Eye Opener Event Tuesday Nov 14th
Find out about this and other events by visiting the community calendar section of my Squidoo Lens, Dayton Marketing Community. Check it out!
java talks - AMA Dayton Chapter - daytonama.marketingpower.com
11/06/2006
Marketing In Dayton: Dayton AMA November Meeting
Date: November 8, 2006
Marketing in the Dayton Area
Join us Wednesday, November 8th to hear Matt Owen, from the Dayton Area Chamber of Commerce, talk about how the Chamber is dedicated to continuously improving the business environment of the region. Named “Nation’s Best Chamber” in 1998 and first runner-up in 2001 by the National Association of Membership Development, the Dayton Area Chamber of Commerce represents more than 3,000 organizations in the multi-county Dayton region. The organization’s vision has not wavered since its founding in 1907 by National Cash Register Founder & President John H. Patterson. From those beginning days to now, the Chamber realizes its vital role as the lead business advocate in our region. Among thousands of initiatives and projects in our almost 100 year history, the Chamber was instrumental in: the adoption of one of the first commission-city manager forms of government in the City of Dayton; the establishment of Wright-Patterson Air Force Base; the development of Dayton International Airport; and workforce development initiatives such as the nationally recognized Job Center and the electronic job bank, Nationjob.
Matt Owen, Manager, Marketing and Communications,
Dayton Area Chamber of Commerce November 8, 2006
Date: November 8, 2006
Time: Registration and Networking begins at 11:30 am. Lunch and presentation will begin at 12:00pm Location: Schuster Center (View Map)* (Corner of Second and Main St., FREE parking at the corner of Second and Ludlow)
Cost: Members $22, Non-members $36, Students $16 Registration: Click here* to register.
Registration deadline is Noon, Monday, November 6, 2006
calendar of events - AMA Dayton Chapter - daytonama.marketingpower.com
10/30/2006
Halloween Fun: What do you see ?
10/04/2006
Dayton Marketing Community
Dayton Marketing Community
10/03/2006
Dayton AMA October Meeting - Marketing for the Arts
Did you realize that Victoria Theatre Association not only presents over 300 performances a year for over 350,000 patrons, they also manage the Benjamin & Marian Schuster Performing Arts Center, the Metropolitan Arts Center with the Loft Theatre, and the Victoria Theatre for the benefit of the entire arts community. An integral part of downtown Dayton and one of the city's premier arts organizations, Victoria Theatre Association has a new vision and a new strategy for the future that includes promoting a downtown arts district. Here to share that vision will be VTA president & CEO Dione Kennedy, with support from vice president of marketing & communications Sue Stevens. We look forward to seeing you Oct. 11th as we explore the exciting world of arts marketing!"Marketing for the Arts
Wednesday, October 11th 2006
Benjamin & Marian Schuster Performing Arts Center, map
Networking begins at 11:30 am with lunch and speakers to follow from 12:00 - 1:00
Cost: Members $22.00, Non-Members $36.00, Students - $16.00
Click here to register for the event
Registration deadline is Noon, Monday, October 9, 2006
9/21/2006
Making the Cover, again . . .
For a third time, one of my nature photographs has been chosen for publication on the cover of Ohio State Parks Magazine.
The recently issued Fall/Winter 2006 edition features one of the photographs I captured last October during one of many visits to Hocking Hills State Park in southeastern Ohio. This image is of a Red Maple near Cedar Falls, in all of its’ autumn glory.
Previously my photographs have been featured on the covers of both the Spring/Summer 2006 and Spring/Summer 2004 issues of Ohio State Parks.
9/01/2006
Satisfy Your Need for Speed - AMA Speed Roundtable Discussions
I want to pass along the following message about the upcoming AMA Speed Roundtable Discussions at Brixx Ice House on September 13th. This is your chance to meet some of the best and brightest marketing professionals in Dayton, and share your thoughts on how to revitalize the Gem City. Join the fun.