Josh Lucy

This is Josh Lucy, one of the few tattoo artists in Athens. When I was assigned to take a portrait of someone for my basic shooting class, I knew he would be the perfect subject. He has crazy energy and an awesome personality, and I was excited to see that show through my photographs.

Dawn2Dusk - Beneath the Surface

On Friday, October 22nd, students from all areas of the School of Visual Communication (photojournalism, commercial photography, design) participated in the 12th annual event that captures a place and theme on camera from early morning light to sunset, Dawn to Dusk. This year's theme was "Beneath the Surface", and all photos were taken in Athens County during the time limits of 6:45 AM to 8 PM.

I had heard over and over how fun this event was every year, and now I understand why. Before hand we all got together and brainstormed people, places, and events that people could choose to shoot that day. Then we all went out and ran around like crazy trying to get amazing shots within the time frame. I went all over the place, from the Athens County Dog Shelter to the new bakery in town to a high school football game.

Then came Saturday, the editing day. We all sat down with a VisCom professor and got our work individually edited down from one hundred to five of our strongest images. We then spent hours individually editing and captioning those five, and then the competition began! Everyone's five images were put side by side and viewed by 10 VisCom professors and the top 36 were chosen to run in the Athens News. I was really excited because three of mine were chosen. All 100+ images from all the students can be viewed here: http://2010.viscomd2d.com

These are my five strongest "Beneath the Surface" photos from the day! The first three were chosen for the spread in the Athens News.

Jacie, a hound mix puppy, stares out of a window at the Athens County Dog Shelter in Millfield during time out of her holding pen. Shortly afterward, Jacie and five other dogs were sent to a Columbus rescue.

Gezina Plumb, a baker at the recently opened Fluff Bakery on Court Street, decorates a cake for Halloween.

Athens Middle School students Evan Adams, left, Wyatt Wood and Jonathon Garvin fight for the ball during an Athens High football game at Peden Stadium. These boys routinely have their own fun offside instead of watching the game.

Athens middle school student, Wyatt Wood, hikes a ball to his friends during a Friday night Athens High School football game.

Athens High School cheerleaders Chrissy Gregory, Bethany Hewitt, and Michaela Thompson huddle to keep warm before the start of the Bulldog's football game against Wellston High School.

Ohio Volleyball v. Northern Illinois

I shot my third volleyball match yesterday against Northern Illinois. Unfortunately, the Bobcats fell to the Huskies 3-1, but I still came away with some good action shots. I can feel my sports shooting improving each and every game, and because of that I am satisfied.

LGBT Candle Light Vigil

I always love delving myself into certain situations I've never experienced before, and college is the perfect place to do this. Tonight I attended a candle light vigil in honor of the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender people who have committed suicide due to homophobic abuse and torment. Over 300 people turned out on College Green for a truly emotional and eye-opening event.

Destruction in The Plains

On Thursday, September 16th, I experienced my first tornado. I hope I never have to experience one again. In a matter of twenty minutes, people and animals were taken from their homes and left with almost nothing.

Debris from fallen trees and branches covered the bike path connecting
Athens and The Plains.

Paw Paw Fest

I came to Athens just in time for the 12th annual Paw Paw Festival out at the beautiful Lake Snowden! I had no idea there was such a fruit, but it was delicious- tasted like a mix between an apple and a mango. Here are some photos from the day!

A judge carefully smells a Paw Paw during the "Best Paw Paw" competition.

Working for Backdrop Magazine

A few weeks into school, I joined a club called Backdrop Magazine, the only printed magazine on campus.    The first photo project I've been working on is for an article titled "Trim Without the Gym", which describes different ways to exercise outside of the gym. I had tons of fun shooting this one, and met some great people through it as well. The magazine release date is this Thursday, October 21st, so make sure to pick one up!

Ohio Athletics

I have been shooting tons of Ohio sports since I've been here which is awesome because I didn't photograph many sports back home. There are always photographers at the games, and it's been great to learn different techniques from them. Not to mention, being right down on the court or sitting on the end zone during a touchdown makes watching the games that much more exciting!

Getting Caught Up!

Hello all! Since arriving in Athens on September 2nd, I have experienced so many new and exciting people, places, and things that have given me great reassurance as to why I have chosen to study photojournalism here at Ohio University. The campus is beautiful and the people are welcoming, making Athens the perfect place for me to spend the next four years. After meeting many of my fellow photojournalism and VisCom peers, I know that there is no better place to be. The learning environment here is going to be an enriching one in so many ways. I can't wait to see what lies ahead. 


These next few blog posts will be a catch-up of what I have been shooting so far here in Ohio. Feedback is always welcome. Enjoy!