The Barn

The Barn, a new Albany staple, had its soft opening in Jone of 2019. They quickly realized that they needed more room to accommodate al of the customers and food trucks wanting a piece of the action. NOW Building, began work early November of this year. The finished product will involve heating lamps, loads of seating inside and outside, and a grass area for summer yard games. 

Jason Crow, is one of the three owners of The Barn. Brian Hovelsrud and his son running it along side him. Behind him is the party room. The space is available for rent. So far they have hosted class reunions, staff parties, and birthdays. Jason is looking forward to the future of this project, as is the rest of Albany.

 Inside is where you will find beer on tap and hard cider. hey also serve kombucha and soda for those who don't or aren't old enough for their selection of alcoholic beverages. Along two walls live four flat screens showing any game playing. Football being the most common this time of year.

The day before reopening, co-owner Jason Crow was making his rounds. Talking to al the truck owners and tap deliverers to ensure the next week goes smoothly. They had just moved the trucks back into their spots after the construction had finished. Safety regulations are strict for food trucks, needing to be around 9 feet apart and properly wired.

Stacy Hovelsrud has become a regular here at the Barn Her frequent visits may be due to her husband Brian co-owning the establishment. Sitting at the bar allows her to talk to all the employees and watch what ever game is playing. The Arizona football game was playing this time. 

Tis the season, even at a tap house. Next to the window facing the food trucks outside lives a tree this time of year. If you look close enough you cans see the ornaments are made from beer keg lids and a red solo cup on top.

Week 10 Forum

Topic 1:

My favorite photo I took this term was this portrait of Alondra Cortez. I like this photo the best because of the lighting and clarity. I had no idea what I was doing whenI took this picture. I had tried doing this two times before but was never really proud of any. This was a lucky picture. Looking back I realize I did some things subconsciously that did help, like getting to know her before I took pictures, and moving around to get better angles. This photo helped my throughout the rest of the term. It reflects that sometimes you just get lucky, or you just have to keep trying. My best photos have never been the first one taken. You just have t wait until the moment happens, and hope you capture it. I do think that I have improved over my time in this class. I know how to change the brightness settings, which I did not know how to do in my first week. I think that was painfully obvious when I took pictures of Fabian Gonzales. I also learned how to change lenses without breaking anything. That skill really helped my shoot Bradley Boyce for his swim meet.


Topic 2:
My goals for this class week 1, " My three goals for this class, is to be able to use a camera correctly, feel comfortable talking to strangers, and to learn how to write well."
I think I did this. I am not 100% with a camera yet, but I do think I can take good pictures in a variety of settings. I would not be able to shoot anything professionally but I can take really good portraits. My best pictures were of Pam and Alondra and they were both portraits. I can definitely talk to strangers. I had to do this for a lot of my pictures. Fabian Gonzales was a complete stranger, I haven't seen him since I took hat picture. But the conversation was easy and comfortable. That was actually easier than expected. Writing is still not my strong suit. I'm not sure it ever will be, but do think I can say what I need to accurately and efficiently. My captions say what is happening and provide background information when needed. But my flow and word choice could do better still.

Linsey Addario book report

I quickly fell in love with this book. Linsey Addario’s, “It’s What I Do” is an incredibly compelling heartfelt book. One of my favorite part s was early on in chapter two. It is part of her journey when she first travels to Afghanistan. Her interaction with Mohammed, the embassy employee is very well written. On her first day they didn’t speak, and each time she visits to obtain her travel visa, he becomes a little more comfortable. This scene is so compelling for me because of the contrast to what I’m am accustomed too.In america, there is a more informal atmosphere to everyday tasks, while it is strict there. I also really enjoyed this section because of how respectful Addario was. She was patient and respectful to their culture and traditions, even though they were very different from her normal. I think this ability translates into her work. I would describe her style as very accurate. She was able to make the subjects feel so comfortable with a stranger from a different country. Her people skills were incredible as well as her camera technique. She capture the people or the scenery. She doesn't just take a picture, she captures a moment. It is clear to see this in any of her photos, especially her Pulitzer prize winning photo of the young woman. She has such a drive to document these moments and share them with the world. I can completely understand her drive behind it. I know that I would never be able to do it. She leaves so much behind for her work, her family and various romances, I wouldn't be able to sacrifice as much. I don't think she is crazy by any means, she just lives differently than I would ever be able too. I respect her a lot for this reason.

From this book, I learned that photos should be natural. My only experience to photography before this was getting my senior pictures taken. That was a very posed professional setting. All of her work is genuine and flows well from photo to photo. Early in the book, in chapter two, she is able to photograph a group of Muslim women. They tell her stories and their views on the political climate they live under. Skipping to chapter nine, she is able to document the locals living under warfare while never seaming biased in her work. The photos that convey the most emotion are my favorites. My favorite from her book are on pages 147, 152, 212, 216, 217, and 221. If I had to choose my overall favorite, it would be her photo of Bibi Aisha. It won the Pulitzer Prize, and I can see why. It is a respectful photo, by being a beautiful portrait, but shows as much emotion. You can feel the weight of this photo.



Bibi Aisha, whose husband cut off her nose because she had left their home to seek help. This photo was on the cover of Time magazine. November 2009

The quote from this book that most resonated with me was in the very beginning of the book. In the first paragraph in chapter, she says, “I was only a year and a half old and couldn't swim, so i was standing on my father's shoulders...suddenly, with-out a word, I bent my knees and jumped into the water. My sisters were stunned. My father said he ;et me go because he knew I would be fine. When I emerged from the water, I was smiling”(19). I like this line because it foreshadows the story while giving background information about her at the same time. It sets the tone of her life and becomes more relevant the longer you read. I think it was brilliant to start the story this way. I would definitely recommend this book to others. It is a great read. I love how many emotions you can feel while reading this. It illustrates dangerous countries and a complicated career with such clarity and accuracy. I loved this book.

Week 8 Forum

So far in the Lindsey Addario book we have been reading in class, the most compelling chapter has been chapter 9, “The Most Dangerous Place In The World”. In this chapter she is traveling throughout China, Korengal Valley, with the United States Military, taking pictures of the troops at camp, interacting with civilians, and on perimeter walks. This chapter follows her and her partner, Elizabeth Rubin who is secretly pregnant at this time. Later in the Chapter she returns home to her boyfriend and the shock of being in a different environment is difficult for her to deal with. On page 189 she writes, “I walked to the bedroom in the rear of the apartment, closed the door behind me, and collapsed into tears”. The chapter ends with her photos and stories being manipulated and trashed by her editors because of differing perspectives. This chapter was my favorite because it showed more aspects of the job. I felt like it was the most complex, while still staying with the rest of the book. My favorite quote from this chapter was on page 165, saying “ I had always been a loyal friend. Elizabeth reminded me several times a day that I could never utter a word about her pregnancy, and I obliged”. I think it humanizes her.

My favorite photo so far is on page 219. I like this photo because the background looks so remote and alone, but the subjects are real people living in it. It is a very “real” photo without being graphic or very saddening. 
From this book I have learned to always be prepared with enough equipment. Always bring batteries, sim cards, and lenses. This is said throughout the book but is brought up again in chapter 9.

 

My Hometown: Albany

Icarus, a mural in down town Albany painted by Seth Jefferson in 2009. While many residents said they did't think this piece matched the historic feel of own town, it has stayed here for ten years. Albany only ha two murals, many residents wish to add more in the future. M favorite part of this depiction os Jefferson's color choice. When the sun is on the west side of this building, the yellow is so vibrant. The contrast to the green trees and architecture is stunning.

The Albany Farmers Market has been going strong since it was founded in 1991. Just ten miles from the much larger Corvallis Market, this gathering is full of variety and smiling faces. Booths stocked with anything from fresh breads, produce, mushrooms, beeswax, and hand-made tamales. Many vendors can give tips and tricks to keep the produce ripe for longer and fun recipes to try. Opening at 9am  and closing for the weekend at 1pm, there is plenty of time to see all their is to offer. This event is no temporarily closed for the winter season soon, but will pick up when the weather permits. 

Bailey Filley is a senior at West Albany High School this year. There she has been a massive part of the music department. Playing trombone in the Wind Ensemble, Jazz band, and Pit Orchestra. She is loved by her community for her activeness in various clubs and honors. She is planning to attend the University of Oregon next fall to study Criminal Justice. Her favorite place in Albany is the Antique Store off of 2nd street. It is one of the many things she will miss when se leaves for college. 

Week 7 Forum

TOPIC 1: MY NEIGHBORHOOD/MY HOMETOWN
For next week's “Hometown” assignment I am going to shoot the city of Albany. I grew up here and have seen it change throughout my life. I have a lot of memories here. For the landmark I am thinking about something downtown. Most likely the carousel or Pix theatre. For the activity I want to shoot the Saturday market. It isn’t as big as Corvallis's but it still has quite the variety. I am unsure of who I want the portrait to be of but I’m thinking a teacher here in town. I really liked school growing up and I think it would add a personal touch to the project. I think the hardest photo shoot will be of the activity. There is so much going on at the Saturday market. I'm not sure what I want to focus on.


TOPIC 2: TWO PHOTO STORY IDEAS
One idea for my photo story I am thinking about shooting my friends soccer team lead up to their last game. It is the OSU women’s recreation league. I think it gets skipped over and it would be cool if more people knew about it. I would try to make it to some of their practices or meeting before the final game. They would mostly be on OSU’s campus.
To do this I would need to talk to the head coach and the team to make sure they were comfortable with me doing this. I would also need to work around my job schedule so I'd need to be in communication with my manager as well. It would also be ideal to be talking to some of the players to hear about anything going on directly from them.
Another photo story idea I have is to document my friends barbershop quartet while they prep for their first gig out of high school. They have a pretty irregular practice schedule so that will be a little tricky to find times. I would take photos of them at rehearsal, signing or arranging music.
To do this I would need to talk to the four singers and their instructor. They all need to be onboard with this idea before I could start. I would also need to know where they practice and if there was anything they didn’t want me to cover. To pull this off I would need to build a good rapport with them because I would be around them a fair amount.

Action Photos- Swim Meet

On November 9th 2019 the Courtside Aquatic Swim Club held a swim meet at the Albany Community Pool. The crowded pool was split into two halves, one half the warm up side and the other being the competitive side. Outside is food provided to the athletes and families along with some setting is you want a break from the chlorine air. The events began at 12 PM and ended at 5:38 PM. A total of 682 athletes competed in 120 different heats.



The 100 breaststroke had 12 heats with 97 swimmers. This was mixed event for those 13 and over. Each competitor was timed and evaluated by their club and the USA competitive swimmer regulators. The sidelines of the pool were lined with family and friends to support during this event.



Bradley Boyce is a 14 year old freshman at South Salem High School. He is a member of the Courtside Aquatic Swim Club, and has been a USA competitive swimmer for 8 years. On November 9th he swam a 134.87 second 100 breaststroke and a 17 second freestyle. He didn't PR in the breaststroke but was still happy with his performance.

Photographer of The Week - Annie Leibovitz

The artist I chose to research is Annie Leibovitz. She was born on October 2 1949 in Waterbury, Connecticut. She is best known for her intimate portraits- typically with celebrities. Her most famous magazine cover being of John Lennon and Yoko Ono. She became the first woman to hold an exhibition at Washington's National Portrait Gallery in 1991. She attended the San Francisco Art Institute for painting, but switched to photography some time later.
Leibovitz was hired to the Rolling Stone Magazine in 1970 where she became the head photographer in just two years at the age of 23. With them she toured and really got her name into the photography world. In 1980 she began working on even more high-profile campaigns such as American Express. Her portraits led her to win a Clio Award in 1987.
In 1991 her collection of over 200 photos were exhibited at the National Portrait Gallery in Washington, D.C. She also published several books; Photographs: Annie Leibovitz, 1970-1990, Women,1999, and American Music, 2003. In 1996 she worked as the official photographer of the Summer Olympics in Atlanta, Georgia. A compilation of her black-and-white portraits of American athletes were published in the book Olympic Portraits.
My favorite photo of hers is this portrait of Woopie Golberg. I like the emotion and how it is different than her normal photography. I lover her ability to always male the model the center of attention.

Sources:https://www.widewalls.ch/annie-leibovitz-photos/queen-elizabeth-ii-2007/
https://milk.xyz/articles/4310-annie-leibovitz-s-women-is-here-for-an-empowering-comeback/
https://www.google.com/search?sa=X&q=annie+leibovitz+artwork&tbm=isch&source=univ&ved=2ahUKEwiDhZG1xr_lAhUGup4KHZW5BVsQ7Al6BAgDEDc&biw=1225&bih=630#imgrc=FLNs2hbBRzYonM:

Week 6 Forum

For my next project I hope to shoot my friends red soccer game. It is on Saturday the 9th of November, at OSU. I am nervous for this shoot because I have never used a different type of camera or shot action before. I am unsure if I will really be able to get a clean photo. I will try my best and just remember that only one has to turn out and I can take as many as I want to get that one. For my overall photo, I would want to do a large picture of the field or a shot of the crowd. For my medium photo, I am thinking about getting some behind the goal or some warm up photos. I want my medium photo to be my action shot. Lastly, for my close up, I am thinking about doing the players after the game or right before.

Environmental Portrait: Jason Crow

Jason Crow in a co-owner in "The Barn" in Albany, Oregon. He decided to open up shop after working in the Albany School District for 5 years. Jason and his colleagues wanted to have a place where anyone would be able to find something to eat, drink, and feel welcome. The Barn, located in Hickory Station across from Love Yoga Studio, is a tap house and food truck establishment. They have been open since July and are currently expanding more. Construction is planned to finish up in the next month or so, Jason is excited for his customers to have more seating and cover for these winter months coming up.

Jason Crow

Week 5 Forum

I think Addario’s adventures have been thrilling. It is very interesting to read them on paper, but I know I would not feel the same if I were to live them. Her work ethic and drive are very inspiring to me. She works so hard for her career and herself. She sacrificed a lot of things to make herself a better photographer. I think her commitment is very admirable. I know that I would not be able to give up what she has for this career. I am very close with my family, and wouldn’t be able to go that long without seeing them. She gave up partners and her home, and I couldn’t do that as easily as she could. I also have really enjoyed seeing her personal growth throughout her story so far. She has gone through a wide variety of events, each having the possibility of making her shrink back. Yet, she only get stronger and more of a talented and respected woman. In the last chapter I have read, her and her coworker Mathew are kidnapped and while she does freak out, she never lets them know. She has a level head and allows them to make it out alive.
I have learned that one I can stay respectful and still get good pictures. She always makes sure that her subjects are comfortable with her taking their photos. I like that she treats them a humans and not just stories. My favorite photos of hers reflect that. I really enjoy the pictures that make her subjects look human. They Were taken at a very polarized time and I really like that she didn't let their negative connotation in America affect her work. This photo from her website is a great example of this.

In her book that we have been reading this term, my favorite quote is, “Something in me had changed after those months in Iraq. I was now a photojournalist willing to die for stories that had the potential to educate people” located on page 134. This quote stands out to me because it again just shows her dedication. She is so committed to the people and the story.

Environmental Portrait: Pam McQueary

Pam Mcqueary is a behavior specialist for the Albany School district. She works specifically with elementary age kids. Pam and her team make specialized education plans for students at her building and other elementary schools in Albany. This could include a more structured schedule to supervised recess to blow off steam. 

Pam McQueary

Forum week 4

Topic 1)

My primary subject for next weeks project is Pam McQueary. She is a behavior specialist in the Albany school district, and on the district behavior team. Her environment would be in her office or while she is in one of the classrooms she helps in. If I were to add props I would add her desk, her computer, or one of the behavior tools she would use to help the children she sees. I am going to contact Pam through email because she uses it the most. Do do this well I would need to check the lighting because the building she primarily works in has a lot of windows. I would also like to check out my possible locations and see which has the best look. 

Topic 2)

My secondary subject is Jason Crow. He recently became co owner of the “Barn” in Albany Oregon. It is a tap house with food trucks there also. I would photograph him in the tap house. Most likely behind the bar or in front of some food trucks. The props I would use are the bar front or some glasses.  I am going to contact Jason through text message because it is the best way to reach him. To do this I would have to check the lighting before hand, because it is dark inside. I would also need to find a specific spot, it is a running business so things could get moved around. 

LBCC Life Week 2

The tree memorial for the old growth cut down this year was held on Sunday, October 20th. The community gathered together to mourn through songs, poems, and speeches. The service was about an hour long and finished with donuts and apple cider for those who came.

Hanna Washburn and Shelley Willis reminiscing about walking through old growth trails at McDonald forest. Shelley is part of an a cappella group called Absolute Harmony that preformed three songs during the service.

Micki Reaman and Shelley Willis looking at the tree stump from the old growth. This was finished and covered in wild flowers throughout the memorial. It has significant time periods written on the rings inside. 

Week 3 Forum

Topic 1)

I shot the very end of my business 101 class. I always thought it was cool to see how people react to a class ending. Some leave right away, while others stay and finish what they were working on.

The lighting was a big challenge, the classroom has fluorescent lights, and I have never been great with those. It was unexpected that the amount of people were still in the class when I took these pictures. I expected less.

I started out with my closer shots and then moved farther away. I thought it created the idea that I was leaving too.

If I had to do this again, I would work on my angles. I was too focused on not being in the way of my peers that I compromised the shot.

I think they got the point across, but they could have been executed better.

Topic 2) Self Critique

The best photo I have taken in this class so far is definitely the portrait of Alondra Cortez. She is posed correctly, her facial expression is flattering, and the lighting is good. I loved talking to her, she was a great person to work with.

The worst photo I have taken in this class so far was of Fabian Gonzales. It was for my first assignment, and I hadn’t figured out how to use a camera yet. While he did a great job, the lighting was bad and you couldn’t really see much. It was a shame because I really enjoyed talking to him.

To overall improve my photos, I need to work on my confidence with the camera. I still feel like I am inconveniencing people when I ask to take their picture. This causes me to rush, and leave before I have taken enough.

LBCC life

Clarissa Palmer  is packing up after her business 101 class Thursday,October 17.

She just wrapped up her group activity and is heading to the Math Cafe to study. 

Alex Godinez, Cynthia Kraayenbrink, and Amerika Rojas Alvarez (pictured from right to left) are finishing up their class activity. With the class ending a few minuets early, it gave them to finish up tonights homework. 

 Mindy Bean's business 101 class stayed a little after it ended to finish up their assignment. This class ends at 10 AM on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Today they learned about the laws of business.

Week two Forum

Annie Leibovitz went to san Francisco art institute for painting, the Library of Congress awarded her with the “Living Legend” Award in April of 2000, and in 1991, the National Portrait Gallery in Washington staged an exhibition of her work. This was just the second time this prestigious gallery featured the work of a living person. The part of her photos that stand out most to me is the emphasis on certain parts she creates. She knows how to draw in people's attention with her lighting, contrast, and posing. Her Claim to Fame was her work with John Lennon in 1971. It led her to getting a better job. Her magazine cover of him in 1980 was later voted best cover in the past 40 years.

Lindsey Addario
I really like the book. Her writing style really draws me in, I keep wanting to read ahead but we talk about certain parts in class so I don’t want to get lost.
Her story is very impressive. All of the things she has been through, her home life and adult career. It’s all very overwhelming to me.
I think her work is very dynamic. All of her photos make me feel connected to the subject. Her writing is very similar. Her work makes the viewer feel something. It's not just random words or pictures; they have meaning.
Some lessons I can apply from looking at her work is to use the variety given naturally. She does posed, candid, and portraits all very well. Being able to do all of those types of pictures on the spot is a skill that I wish to develop
My favorite quote so far is, “ I'd grown up my whole life witnessing the sorrows of outcasts, but I accepted that my father had found happiness" I like tis because I can relate to her story. My parents split and I had to learn to be happy with out both of them in the same house.
My favorite photo of hers is of a woman Bibi Aisha. She was a 19 year old woman at the time. She had no nose, ears, and had short hair while she wore a green head scarf. I really like this photo because it is posed but still natural and fluid. The shadows in the back add dramatic effect without drawing attention away from the subject. Her positioning in the picture to get the light to hit certain features is also very artistic.

Humans of LBCC

Alondra Cortez

Alondra Cortez is a freshman here al LBCC. She is double majoring in sociology and psychology, and wants be eventually go to law school. From there she will become an attorney, and wants to focus on immigration, child advocacy, and criminal justice. When asked why she wanted to focus on these aspects of law she answered with, “Just that inequality really frustrates me… I have family members that have gone through the justice system as juveniles and as adults” She continues to talk about how if things would have been a little different, they could have had very different lives. She wants to make a difference in the justice department, not only in the courtroom but outside as well. Alondra also talked about her connection with the foster system. She had many friends growing up in the system and spoke about how it negatively impact their lives. Her friends, “had no say” in where they were being put or if they wanted to move. She also talked about the ‘foster kid’ mentality. She said being a foster kid, “can give you less opportunities or feel like they shouldn’t get certain things”. She hopes to become a foster mom one day to help make these kids lives a little easier.

Reuben Acosta

Reuben Acosta is a business major, and is originally from Astoria, Oregon. His favorite parts about Linn Benton Community College are how it is easy to get around, and that all the teachers are nice. He also mentioned how the food from the schools cafe was better than he expected. He moved away from his siblings, a twenty two year old brother and a four year old sister, to come to school. Reuben came to LBCC to play baseball and to further his education. He has been playing for as long as he can remember, and is now playing centerfield for the school team. His future plan is to either transfer to a four year degree school or to just jump right into the business world after his associates. He doesn’t want to end up in a job he doesn’t like, “life's too short”. Make sure you come out and support the baseball team this spring season

Week One Forum

Topic One: My name is Ahni Washburn. I am majoring in business at LBCC this year. I took this photo Journalism class to gain experience in photography and to have a fun elective while doing my required classes. I have no prior experience in photography or journalism so this class is very new to me.

Topic 2: My three goals for this class, is to be able to use a camera correctly, feel comfortable talking to strangers, and to learn how to write well.

Topic 3: This assignment was easier than I thought it would be. My main concern wasn't talking to people, I was more concerned about the pictures not turning out. I was scarred of wasting their time.  To hopefully combat any awkward pictures I split the interview by talking first and last while taking pictures in the middle. When I do this type of experience again I will definitely take more pictures of the subjects. My favorite part of this assignment was talking to new people.

Humans of LBCC

Humans of LBCC

Sabrina Parsons

“Duolingo’d the heck out”

Sabrina Parsons is a first term student here at Linn Benton Community College. She is a journalism major and is twenty years old. She took two years off between high school and now to travel. She first drove cross country to Georgia and back before nannying in Italy the following summer. She worked for an English speaking family of five. She watched three children between the ages of seven and ten. She was able to visit over seventeen cities, stay in the mountains and several different parts of the country with the family. She was also able to see Rome, Florence, and Venice by herself. To prep for this job she learned a little Italian on Duolingo, but said she leaned more of te language just by being there and talking to fluent speakers.

Fabian Gonzales

Fabian Gonzales is a forestry here at Linn Benton Community College. He will be transferring to Oregon State University for winter term to further his education. Gonzales is thirty one, he is married, and has two kids. They are all initially from California, moving here only two weeks ago. When asked why the sudden change in location, he replied by saying that his wife had always wanted to move to Oregon, and the schools here were good for his major. Gonzales is an Army veteran. He is attending school after serving four years in the military, stationed in Colorado. He was also attached to a cavalry union tour in Iraq from 2008-2009. I talked to Gonzales while he was in between classes in the Veterans Center here on campus.