BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 CALSCALE:GREGORIAN PRODID:iCalendar-Ruby BEGIN:VEVENT CATEGORIES:Exhibition DESCRIPTION:WideOpen OHIO Alumni Award Winner Captures Kenya's Endangered C ultures and Wildlife in a New Exhibit \n\nOhio University alumnus and award -winning photographer Jim Koenigsaecker is showcasing his latest exhibit en titled “Documenting Kenya’s Endangered Cultures and Wildlife” at the Visual Communication Gallery in Schoonover Center 140. The exhibit runs from Marc h 1 to March 31\, 2023\, and will feature Koenigsaecker's stunning images o f the natural beauty and culture of Kenya. \n\nAs a former newspaper photoj ournalist\, Koenigsaecker's passion for photography took him on an incredib le journey from covering news events at the White House to capturing live a ctions of the Olympic Games. Over the years\, Koenigsaecker has documented everything from inspiring landscapes to heart-wrenching social inequity\, a nd his latest exhibit reflects his dedication to preserving endangered cult ures and wildlife in Kenya. \n\n"I was drawn to Kenya by the writing of Rob ert Ruark\, Beryl Markham\, and Ernest Hemingway\, and the photography of P eter Beard\, James Nachtwey\, and Sebastião Salgado. When I arrived\, I fou nd an amazing country of extreme contrasts\, from inspiring vistas to heart -breaking poverty\,” Koenigsaecker shared\, “Over the years\, I have been i nvolved with numerous philanthropic causes and projects from building a com munity center in an urban slum to flying anti-poaching patrols in the bush. Along the way\, I have always carried my camera to document what I saw." \n\nThe exhibit reception will be held on Thursday\, March 2 at 6:00 p.m. a t the Visual Communication Gallery\, followed by a talk by Koenigsaecker at 7:00 p.m. This is a rare opportunity to view Koenigsaecker's work up close and hear about his creative process. \n\nKoenigsaecker was awarded the 202 2 Ohio University Alumni Award for the third biennial WideOpen: Excellence in Photography Exhibition at The Dairy Barn Arts Center. He uses his photog raphy as a means of advocacy\, raising awareness about social and environme ntal issues and advocating for change. His work has been featured in severa l galleries\, including a solo retrospective in the Sony Gallery in New Yor k and the Viewpoint Photographic Art Center in Sacramento\, California. \n\ nKoenigsaecker's commitment to philanthropic causes is also evident in his work\, including building a community center in an urban slum and flying an ti-poaching patrols in the bush. He believes that unique cultures and lands capes around the world are changing at an alarming rate\, and he is determi ned to capture as much as he can before they disappear forever. \n\nAs a fr eelance photojournalist since 1986\, Koenigsaecker has shot countless edito rial assignments around the world\, covering a wide range of topics for new spapers\, magazines\, and wire services. He has served on several boards an d committees\, including the US Bank Advisory Board and Citizens for Smart Growth\, a grass-roots political action committee. \n\n"The highlight of my time at Ohio University was participating in the School of Visual Communic ation field school in Scotland with Terry and Lyntha Eiler. It was my first trip abroad and inspired all my future trips\," Koenigsaeker added. DTEND:20230301T220000Z DTSTAMP:20241123T032550Z DTSTART:20230301T140000Z LOCATION:School of Visual Communication Gallery\, Schoonover Center 140 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Documenting Kenya's Endangered Cultures & Wildlife UID:tag:localist.com\,2008:EventInstance_42466107458471 URL:https://calendar.ohio.edu/event/documenting_kenyas_endangered_cultures_ and_wildlife END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CATEGORIES:Exhibition DESCRIPTION:WideOpen OHIO Alumni Award Winner Captures Kenya's Endangered C ultures and Wildlife in a New Exhibit \n\nOhio University alumnus and award -winning photographer Jim Koenigsaecker is showcasing his latest exhibit en titled “Documenting Kenya’s Endangered Cultures and Wildlife” at the Visual Communication Gallery in Schoonover Center 140. The exhibit runs from Marc h 1 to March 31\, 2023\, and will feature Koenigsaecker's stunning images o f the natural beauty and culture of Kenya. \n\nAs a former newspaper photoj ournalist\, Koenigsaecker's passion for photography took him on an incredib le journey from covering news events at the White House to capturing live a ctions of the Olympic Games. Over the years\, Koenigsaecker has documented everything from inspiring landscapes to heart-wrenching social inequity\, a nd his latest exhibit reflects his dedication to preserving endangered cult ures and wildlife in Kenya. \n\n"I was drawn to Kenya by the writing of Rob ert Ruark\, Beryl Markham\, and Ernest Hemingway\, and the photography of P eter Beard\, James Nachtwey\, and Sebastião Salgado. When I arrived\, I fou nd an amazing country of extreme contrasts\, from inspiring vistas to heart -breaking poverty\,” Koenigsaecker shared\, “Over the years\, I have been i nvolved with numerous philanthropic causes and projects from building a com munity center in an urban slum to flying anti-poaching patrols in the bush. Along the way\, I have always carried my camera to document what I saw." \n\nThe exhibit reception will be held on Thursday\, March 2 at 6:00 p.m. a t the Visual Communication Gallery\, followed by a talk by Koenigsaecker at 7:00 p.m. This is a rare opportunity to view Koenigsaecker's work up close and hear about his creative process. \n\nKoenigsaecker was awarded the 202 2 Ohio University Alumni Award for the third biennial WideOpen: Excellence in Photography Exhibition at The Dairy Barn Arts Center. He uses his photog raphy as a means of advocacy\, raising awareness about social and environme ntal issues and advocating for change. His work has been featured in severa l galleries\, including a solo retrospective in the Sony Gallery in New Yor k and the Viewpoint Photographic Art Center in Sacramento\, California. \n\ nKoenigsaecker's commitment to philanthropic causes is also evident in his work\, including building a community center in an urban slum and flying an ti-poaching patrols in the bush. He believes that unique cultures and lands capes around the world are changing at an alarming rate\, and he is determi ned to capture as much as he can before they disappear forever. \n\nAs a fr eelance photojournalist since 1986\, Koenigsaecker has shot countless edito rial assignments around the world\, covering a wide range of topics for new spapers\, magazines\, and wire services. He has served on several boards an d committees\, including the US Bank Advisory Board and Citizens for Smart Growth\, a grass-roots political action committee. \n\n"The highlight of my time at Ohio University was participating in the School of Visual Communic ation field school in Scotland with Terry and Lyntha Eiler. It was my first trip abroad and inspired all my future trips\," Koenigsaeker added. DTEND:20230302T220000Z DTSTAMP:20241123T032550Z DTSTART:20230302T140000Z LOCATION:School of Visual Communication Gallery\, Schoonover Center 140 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Documenting Kenya's Endangered Cultures & Wildlife UID:tag:localist.com\,2008:EventInstance_42466107460520 URL:https://calendar.ohio.edu/event/documenting_kenyas_endangered_cultures_ and_wildlife END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CATEGORIES:Exhibition DESCRIPTION:WideOpen OHIO Alumni Award Winner Captures Kenya's Endangered C ultures and Wildlife in a New Exhibit \n\nOhio University alumnus and award -winning photographer Jim Koenigsaecker is showcasing his latest exhibit en titled “Documenting Kenya’s Endangered Cultures and Wildlife” at the Visual Communication Gallery in Schoonover Center 140. The exhibit runs from Marc h 1 to March 31\, 2023\, and will feature Koenigsaecker's stunning images o f the natural beauty and culture of Kenya. \n\nAs a former newspaper photoj ournalist\, Koenigsaecker's passion for photography took him on an incredib le journey from covering news events at the White House to capturing live a ctions of the Olympic Games. Over the years\, Koenigsaecker has documented everything from inspiring landscapes to heart-wrenching social inequity\, a nd his latest exhibit reflects his dedication to preserving endangered cult ures and wildlife in Kenya. \n\n"I was drawn to Kenya by the writing of Rob ert Ruark\, Beryl Markham\, and Ernest Hemingway\, and the photography of P eter Beard\, James Nachtwey\, and Sebastião Salgado. When I arrived\, I fou nd an amazing country of extreme contrasts\, from inspiring vistas to heart -breaking poverty\,” Koenigsaecker shared\, “Over the years\, I have been i nvolved with numerous philanthropic causes and projects from building a com munity center in an urban slum to flying anti-poaching patrols in the bush. Along the way\, I have always carried my camera to document what I saw." \n\nThe exhibit reception will be held on Thursday\, March 2 at 6:00 p.m. a t the Visual Communication Gallery\, followed by a talk by Koenigsaecker at 7:00 p.m. This is a rare opportunity to view Koenigsaecker's work up close and hear about his creative process. \n\nKoenigsaecker was awarded the 202 2 Ohio University Alumni Award for the third biennial WideOpen: Excellence in Photography Exhibition at The Dairy Barn Arts Center. He uses his photog raphy as a means of advocacy\, raising awareness about social and environme ntal issues and advocating for change. His work has been featured in severa l galleries\, including a solo retrospective in the Sony Gallery in New Yor k and the Viewpoint Photographic Art Center in Sacramento\, California. \n\ nKoenigsaecker's commitment to philanthropic causes is also evident in his work\, including building a community center in an urban slum and flying an ti-poaching patrols in the bush. He believes that unique cultures and lands capes around the world are changing at an alarming rate\, and he is determi ned to capture as much as he can before they disappear forever. \n\nAs a fr eelance photojournalist since 1986\, Koenigsaecker has shot countless edito rial assignments around the world\, covering a wide range of topics for new spapers\, magazines\, and wire services. He has served on several boards an d committees\, including the US Bank Advisory Board and Citizens for Smart Growth\, a grass-roots political action committee. \n\n"The highlight of my time at Ohio University was participating in the School of Visual Communic ation field school in Scotland with Terry and Lyntha Eiler. It was my first trip abroad and inspired all my future trips\," Koenigsaeker added. DTEND:20230303T220000Z DTSTAMP:20241123T032550Z DTSTART:20230303T140000Z LOCATION:School of Visual Communication Gallery\, Schoonover Center 140 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Documenting Kenya's Endangered Cultures & Wildlife UID:tag:localist.com\,2008:EventInstance_42466107462569 URL:https://calendar.ohio.edu/event/documenting_kenyas_endangered_cultures_ and_wildlife END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CATEGORIES:Exhibition DESCRIPTION:WideOpen OHIO Alumni Award Winner Captures Kenya's Endangered C ultures and Wildlife in a New Exhibit \n\nOhio University alumnus and award -winning photographer Jim Koenigsaecker is showcasing his latest exhibit en titled “Documenting Kenya’s Endangered Cultures and Wildlife” at the Visual Communication Gallery in Schoonover Center 140. The exhibit runs from Marc h 1 to March 31\, 2023\, and will feature Koenigsaecker's stunning images o f the natural beauty and culture of Kenya. \n\nAs a former newspaper photoj ournalist\, Koenigsaecker's passion for photography took him on an incredib le journey from covering news events at the White House to capturing live a ctions of the Olympic Games. Over the years\, Koenigsaecker has documented everything from inspiring landscapes to heart-wrenching social inequity\, a nd his latest exhibit reflects his dedication to preserving endangered cult ures and wildlife in Kenya. \n\n"I was drawn to Kenya by the writing of Rob ert Ruark\, Beryl Markham\, and Ernest Hemingway\, and the photography of P eter Beard\, James Nachtwey\, and Sebastião Salgado. When I arrived\, I fou nd an amazing country of extreme contrasts\, from inspiring vistas to heart -breaking poverty\,” Koenigsaecker shared\, “Over the years\, I have been i nvolved with numerous philanthropic causes and projects from building a com munity center in an urban slum to flying anti-poaching patrols in the bush. Along the way\, I have always carried my camera to document what I saw." \n\nThe exhibit reception will be held on Thursday\, March 2 at 6:00 p.m. a t the Visual Communication Gallery\, followed by a talk by Koenigsaecker at 7:00 p.m. This is a rare opportunity to view Koenigsaecker's work up close and hear about his creative process. \n\nKoenigsaecker was awarded the 202 2 Ohio University Alumni Award for the third biennial WideOpen: Excellence in Photography Exhibition at The Dairy Barn Arts Center. He uses his photog raphy as a means of advocacy\, raising awareness about social and environme ntal issues and advocating for change. His work has been featured in severa l galleries\, including a solo retrospective in the Sony Gallery in New Yor k and the Viewpoint Photographic Art Center in Sacramento\, California. \n\ nKoenigsaecker's commitment to philanthropic causes is also evident in his work\, including building a community center in an urban slum and flying an ti-poaching patrols in the bush. He believes that unique cultures and lands capes around the world are changing at an alarming rate\, and he is determi ned to capture as much as he can before they disappear forever. \n\nAs a fr eelance photojournalist since 1986\, Koenigsaecker has shot countless edito rial assignments around the world\, covering a wide range of topics for new spapers\, magazines\, and wire services. He has served on several boards an d committees\, including the US Bank Advisory Board and Citizens for Smart Growth\, a grass-roots political action committee. \n\n"The highlight of my time at Ohio University was participating in the School of Visual Communic ation field school in Scotland with Terry and Lyntha Eiler. It was my first trip abroad and inspired all my future trips\," Koenigsaeker added. DTEND:20230306T220000Z DTSTAMP:20241123T032550Z DTSTART:20230306T140000Z LOCATION:School of Visual Communication Gallery\, Schoonover Center 140 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Documenting Kenya's Endangered Cultures & Wildlife UID:tag:localist.com\,2008:EventInstance_42466107463594 URL:https://calendar.ohio.edu/event/documenting_kenyas_endangered_cultures_ and_wildlife END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CATEGORIES:Exhibition DESCRIPTION:WideOpen OHIO Alumni Award Winner Captures Kenya's Endangered C ultures and Wildlife in a New Exhibit \n\nOhio University alumnus and award -winning photographer Jim Koenigsaecker is showcasing his latest exhibit en titled “Documenting Kenya’s Endangered Cultures and Wildlife” at the Visual Communication Gallery in Schoonover Center 140. The exhibit runs from Marc h 1 to March 31\, 2023\, and will feature Koenigsaecker's stunning images o f the natural beauty and culture of Kenya. \n\nAs a former newspaper photoj ournalist\, Koenigsaecker's passion for photography took him on an incredib le journey from covering news events at the White House to capturing live a ctions of the Olympic Games. Over the years\, Koenigsaecker has documented everything from inspiring landscapes to heart-wrenching social inequity\, a nd his latest exhibit reflects his dedication to preserving endangered cult ures and wildlife in Kenya. \n\n"I was drawn to Kenya by the writing of Rob ert Ruark\, Beryl Markham\, and Ernest Hemingway\, and the photography of P eter Beard\, James Nachtwey\, and Sebastião Salgado. When I arrived\, I fou nd an amazing country of extreme contrasts\, from inspiring vistas to heart -breaking poverty\,” Koenigsaecker shared\, “Over the years\, I have been i nvolved with numerous philanthropic causes and projects from building a com munity center in an urban slum to flying anti-poaching patrols in the bush. Along the way\, I have always carried my camera to document what I saw." \n\nThe exhibit reception will be held on Thursday\, March 2 at 6:00 p.m. a t the Visual Communication Gallery\, followed by a talk by Koenigsaecker at 7:00 p.m. This is a rare opportunity to view Koenigsaecker's work up close and hear about his creative process. \n\nKoenigsaecker was awarded the 202 2 Ohio University Alumni Award for the third biennial WideOpen: Excellence in Photography Exhibition at The Dairy Barn Arts Center. He uses his photog raphy as a means of advocacy\, raising awareness about social and environme ntal issues and advocating for change. His work has been featured in severa l galleries\, including a solo retrospective in the Sony Gallery in New Yor k and the Viewpoint Photographic Art Center in Sacramento\, California. \n\ nKoenigsaecker's commitment to philanthropic causes is also evident in his work\, including building a community center in an urban slum and flying an ti-poaching patrols in the bush. He believes that unique cultures and lands capes around the world are changing at an alarming rate\, and he is determi ned to capture as much as he can before they disappear forever. \n\nAs a fr eelance photojournalist since 1986\, Koenigsaecker has shot countless edito rial assignments around the world\, covering a wide range of topics for new spapers\, magazines\, and wire services. He has served on several boards an d committees\, including the US Bank Advisory Board and Citizens for Smart Growth\, a grass-roots political action committee. \n\n"The highlight of my time at Ohio University was participating in the School of Visual Communic ation field school in Scotland with Terry and Lyntha Eiler. It was my first trip abroad and inspired all my future trips\," Koenigsaeker added. DTEND:20230307T220000Z DTSTAMP:20241123T032550Z DTSTART:20230307T140000Z LOCATION:School of Visual Communication Gallery\, Schoonover Center 140 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Documenting Kenya's Endangered Cultures & Wildlife UID:tag:localist.com\,2008:EventInstance_42466107465643 URL:https://calendar.ohio.edu/event/documenting_kenyas_endangered_cultures_ and_wildlife END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CATEGORIES:Exhibition DESCRIPTION:WideOpen OHIO Alumni Award Winner Captures Kenya's Endangered C ultures and Wildlife in a New Exhibit \n\nOhio University alumnus and award -winning photographer Jim Koenigsaecker is showcasing his latest exhibit en titled “Documenting Kenya’s Endangered Cultures and Wildlife” at the Visual Communication Gallery in Schoonover Center 140. The exhibit runs from Marc h 1 to March 31\, 2023\, and will feature Koenigsaecker's stunning images o f the natural beauty and culture of Kenya. \n\nAs a former newspaper photoj ournalist\, Koenigsaecker's passion for photography took him on an incredib le journey from covering news events at the White House to capturing live a ctions of the Olympic Games. Over the years\, Koenigsaecker has documented everything from inspiring landscapes to heart-wrenching social inequity\, a nd his latest exhibit reflects his dedication to preserving endangered cult ures and wildlife in Kenya. \n\n"I was drawn to Kenya by the writing of Rob ert Ruark\, Beryl Markham\, and Ernest Hemingway\, and the photography of P eter Beard\, James Nachtwey\, and Sebastião Salgado. When I arrived\, I fou nd an amazing country of extreme contrasts\, from inspiring vistas to heart -breaking poverty\,” Koenigsaecker shared\, “Over the years\, I have been i nvolved with numerous philanthropic causes and projects from building a com munity center in an urban slum to flying anti-poaching patrols in the bush. Along the way\, I have always carried my camera to document what I saw." \n\nThe exhibit reception will be held on Thursday\, March 2 at 6:00 p.m. a t the Visual Communication Gallery\, followed by a talk by Koenigsaecker at 7:00 p.m. This is a rare opportunity to view Koenigsaecker's work up close and hear about his creative process. \n\nKoenigsaecker was awarded the 202 2 Ohio University Alumni Award for the third biennial WideOpen: Excellence in Photography Exhibition at The Dairy Barn Arts Center. He uses his photog raphy as a means of advocacy\, raising awareness about social and environme ntal issues and advocating for change. His work has been featured in severa l galleries\, including a solo retrospective in the Sony Gallery in New Yor k and the Viewpoint Photographic Art Center in Sacramento\, California. \n\ nKoenigsaecker's commitment to philanthropic causes is also evident in his work\, including building a community center in an urban slum and flying an ti-poaching patrols in the bush. He believes that unique cultures and lands capes around the world are changing at an alarming rate\, and he is determi ned to capture as much as he can before they disappear forever. \n\nAs a fr eelance photojournalist since 1986\, Koenigsaecker has shot countless edito rial assignments around the world\, covering a wide range of topics for new spapers\, magazines\, and wire services. He has served on several boards an d committees\, including the US Bank Advisory Board and Citizens for Smart Growth\, a grass-roots political action committee. \n\n"The highlight of my time at Ohio University was participating in the School of Visual Communic ation field school in Scotland with Terry and Lyntha Eiler. It was my first trip abroad and inspired all my future trips\," Koenigsaeker added. DTEND:20230308T220000Z DTSTAMP:20241123T032550Z DTSTART:20230308T140000Z LOCATION:School of Visual Communication Gallery\, Schoonover Center 140 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Documenting Kenya's Endangered Cultures & Wildlife UID:tag:localist.com\,2008:EventInstance_42466107467692 URL:https://calendar.ohio.edu/event/documenting_kenyas_endangered_cultures_ and_wildlife END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CATEGORIES:Exhibition DESCRIPTION:WideOpen OHIO Alumni Award Winner Captures Kenya's Endangered C ultures and Wildlife in a New Exhibit \n\nOhio University alumnus and award -winning photographer Jim Koenigsaecker is showcasing his latest exhibit en titled “Documenting Kenya’s Endangered Cultures and Wildlife” at the Visual Communication Gallery in Schoonover Center 140. The exhibit runs from Marc h 1 to March 31\, 2023\, and will feature Koenigsaecker's stunning images o f the natural beauty and culture of Kenya. \n\nAs a former newspaper photoj ournalist\, Koenigsaecker's passion for photography took him on an incredib le journey from covering news events at the White House to capturing live a ctions of the Olympic Games. Over the years\, Koenigsaecker has documented everything from inspiring landscapes to heart-wrenching social inequity\, a nd his latest exhibit reflects his dedication to preserving endangered cult ures and wildlife in Kenya. \n\n"I was drawn to Kenya by the writing of Rob ert Ruark\, Beryl Markham\, and Ernest Hemingway\, and the photography of P eter Beard\, James Nachtwey\, and Sebastião Salgado. When I arrived\, I fou nd an amazing country of extreme contrasts\, from inspiring vistas to heart -breaking poverty\,” Koenigsaecker shared\, “Over the years\, I have been i nvolved with numerous philanthropic causes and projects from building a com munity center in an urban slum to flying anti-poaching patrols in the bush. Along the way\, I have always carried my camera to document what I saw." \n\nThe exhibit reception will be held on Thursday\, March 2 at 6:00 p.m. a t the Visual Communication Gallery\, followed by a talk by Koenigsaecker at 7:00 p.m. This is a rare opportunity to view Koenigsaecker's work up close and hear about his creative process. \n\nKoenigsaecker was awarded the 202 2 Ohio University Alumni Award for the third biennial WideOpen: Excellence in Photography Exhibition at The Dairy Barn Arts Center. He uses his photog raphy as a means of advocacy\, raising awareness about social and environme ntal issues and advocating for change. His work has been featured in severa l galleries\, including a solo retrospective in the Sony Gallery in New Yor k and the Viewpoint Photographic Art Center in Sacramento\, California. \n\ nKoenigsaecker's commitment to philanthropic causes is also evident in his work\, including building a community center in an urban slum and flying an ti-poaching patrols in the bush. He believes that unique cultures and lands capes around the world are changing at an alarming rate\, and he is determi ned to capture as much as he can before they disappear forever. \n\nAs a fr eelance photojournalist since 1986\, Koenigsaecker has shot countless edito rial assignments around the world\, covering a wide range of topics for new spapers\, magazines\, and wire services. He has served on several boards an d committees\, including the US Bank Advisory Board and Citizens for Smart Growth\, a grass-roots political action committee. \n\n"The highlight of my time at Ohio University was participating in the School of Visual Communic ation field school in Scotland with Terry and Lyntha Eiler. It was my first trip abroad and inspired all my future trips\," Koenigsaeker added. DTEND:20230309T220000Z DTSTAMP:20241123T032550Z DTSTART:20230309T140000Z LOCATION:School of Visual Communication Gallery\, Schoonover Center 140 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Documenting Kenya's Endangered Cultures & Wildlife UID:tag:localist.com\,2008:EventInstance_42466107469741 URL:https://calendar.ohio.edu/event/documenting_kenyas_endangered_cultures_ and_wildlife END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CATEGORIES:Exhibition DESCRIPTION:WideOpen OHIO Alumni Award Winner Captures Kenya's Endangered C ultures and Wildlife in a New Exhibit \n\nOhio University alumnus and award -winning photographer Jim Koenigsaecker is showcasing his latest exhibit en titled “Documenting Kenya’s Endangered Cultures and Wildlife” at the Visual Communication Gallery in Schoonover Center 140. The exhibit runs from Marc h 1 to March 31\, 2023\, and will feature Koenigsaecker's stunning images o f the natural beauty and culture of Kenya. \n\nAs a former newspaper photoj ournalist\, Koenigsaecker's passion for photography took him on an incredib le journey from covering news events at the White House to capturing live a ctions of the Olympic Games. Over the years\, Koenigsaecker has documented everything from inspiring landscapes to heart-wrenching social inequity\, a nd his latest exhibit reflects his dedication to preserving endangered cult ures and wildlife in Kenya. \n\n"I was drawn to Kenya by the writing of Rob ert Ruark\, Beryl Markham\, and Ernest Hemingway\, and the photography of P eter Beard\, James Nachtwey\, and Sebastião Salgado. When I arrived\, I fou nd an amazing country of extreme contrasts\, from inspiring vistas to heart -breaking poverty\,” Koenigsaecker shared\, “Over the years\, I have been i nvolved with numerous philanthropic causes and projects from building a com munity center in an urban slum to flying anti-poaching patrols in the bush. Along the way\, I have always carried my camera to document what I saw." \n\nThe exhibit reception will be held on Thursday\, March 2 at 6:00 p.m. a t the Visual Communication Gallery\, followed by a talk by Koenigsaecker at 7:00 p.m. This is a rare opportunity to view Koenigsaecker's work up close and hear about his creative process. \n\nKoenigsaecker was awarded the 202 2 Ohio University Alumni Award for the third biennial WideOpen: Excellence in Photography Exhibition at The Dairy Barn Arts Center. He uses his photog raphy as a means of advocacy\, raising awareness about social and environme ntal issues and advocating for change. His work has been featured in severa l galleries\, including a solo retrospective in the Sony Gallery in New Yor k and the Viewpoint Photographic Art Center in Sacramento\, California. \n\ nKoenigsaecker's commitment to philanthropic causes is also evident in his work\, including building a community center in an urban slum and flying an ti-poaching patrols in the bush. He believes that unique cultures and lands capes around the world are changing at an alarming rate\, and he is determi ned to capture as much as he can before they disappear forever. \n\nAs a fr eelance photojournalist since 1986\, Koenigsaecker has shot countless edito rial assignments around the world\, covering a wide range of topics for new spapers\, magazines\, and wire services. He has served on several boards an d committees\, including the US Bank Advisory Board and Citizens for Smart Growth\, a grass-roots political action committee. \n\n"The highlight of my time at Ohio University was participating in the School of Visual Communic ation field school in Scotland with Terry and Lyntha Eiler. It was my first trip abroad and inspired all my future trips\," Koenigsaeker added. DTEND:20230310T220000Z DTSTAMP:20241123T032550Z DTSTART:20230310T140000Z LOCATION:School of Visual Communication Gallery\, Schoonover Center 140 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Documenting Kenya's Endangered Cultures & Wildlife UID:tag:localist.com\,2008:EventInstance_42466107471790 URL:https://calendar.ohio.edu/event/documenting_kenyas_endangered_cultures_ and_wildlife END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CATEGORIES:Exhibition DESCRIPTION:WideOpen OHIO Alumni Award Winner Captures Kenya's Endangered C ultures and Wildlife in a New Exhibit \n\nOhio University alumnus and award -winning photographer Jim Koenigsaecker is showcasing his latest exhibit en titled “Documenting Kenya’s Endangered Cultures and Wildlife” at the Visual Communication Gallery in Schoonover Center 140. The exhibit runs from Marc h 1 to March 31\, 2023\, and will feature Koenigsaecker's stunning images o f the natural beauty and culture of Kenya. \n\nAs a former newspaper photoj ournalist\, Koenigsaecker's passion for photography took him on an incredib le journey from covering news events at the White House to capturing live a ctions of the Olympic Games. Over the years\, Koenigsaecker has documented everything from inspiring landscapes to heart-wrenching social inequity\, a nd his latest exhibit reflects his dedication to preserving endangered cult ures and wildlife in Kenya. \n\n"I was drawn to Kenya by the writing of Rob ert Ruark\, Beryl Markham\, and Ernest Hemingway\, and the photography of P eter Beard\, James Nachtwey\, and Sebastião Salgado. When I arrived\, I fou nd an amazing country of extreme contrasts\, from inspiring vistas to heart -breaking poverty\,” Koenigsaecker shared\, “Over the years\, I have been i nvolved with numerous philanthropic causes and projects from building a com munity center in an urban slum to flying anti-poaching patrols in the bush. Along the way\, I have always carried my camera to document what I saw." \n\nThe exhibit reception will be held on Thursday\, March 2 at 6:00 p.m. a t the Visual Communication Gallery\, followed by a talk by Koenigsaecker at 7:00 p.m. This is a rare opportunity to view Koenigsaecker's work up close and hear about his creative process. \n\nKoenigsaecker was awarded the 202 2 Ohio University Alumni Award for the third biennial WideOpen: Excellence in Photography Exhibition at The Dairy Barn Arts Center. He uses his photog raphy as a means of advocacy\, raising awareness about social and environme ntal issues and advocating for change. His work has been featured in severa l galleries\, including a solo retrospective in the Sony Gallery in New Yor k and the Viewpoint Photographic Art Center in Sacramento\, California. \n\ nKoenigsaecker's commitment to philanthropic causes is also evident in his work\, including building a community center in an urban slum and flying an ti-poaching patrols in the bush. He believes that unique cultures and lands capes around the world are changing at an alarming rate\, and he is determi ned to capture as much as he can before they disappear forever. \n\nAs a fr eelance photojournalist since 1986\, Koenigsaecker has shot countless edito rial assignments around the world\, covering a wide range of topics for new spapers\, magazines\, and wire services. He has served on several boards an d committees\, including the US Bank Advisory Board and Citizens for Smart Growth\, a grass-roots political action committee. \n\n"The highlight of my time at Ohio University was participating in the School of Visual Communic ation field school in Scotland with Terry and Lyntha Eiler. It was my first trip abroad and inspired all my future trips\," Koenigsaeker added. DTEND:20230313T210000Z DTSTAMP:20241123T032550Z DTSTART:20230313T130000Z LOCATION:School of Visual Communication Gallery\, Schoonover Center 140 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Documenting Kenya's Endangered Cultures & Wildlife UID:tag:localist.com\,2008:EventInstance_42466107474863 URL:https://calendar.ohio.edu/event/documenting_kenyas_endangered_cultures_ and_wildlife END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CATEGORIES:Exhibition DESCRIPTION:WideOpen OHIO Alumni Award Winner Captures Kenya's Endangered C ultures and Wildlife in a New Exhibit \n\nOhio University alumnus and award -winning photographer Jim Koenigsaecker is showcasing his latest exhibit en titled “Documenting Kenya’s Endangered Cultures and Wildlife” at the Visual Communication Gallery in Schoonover Center 140. The exhibit runs from Marc h 1 to March 31\, 2023\, and will feature Koenigsaecker's stunning images o f the natural beauty and culture of Kenya. \n\nAs a former newspaper photoj ournalist\, Koenigsaecker's passion for photography took him on an incredib le journey from covering news events at the White House to capturing live a ctions of the Olympic Games. Over the years\, Koenigsaecker has documented everything from inspiring landscapes to heart-wrenching social inequity\, a nd his latest exhibit reflects his dedication to preserving endangered cult ures and wildlife in Kenya. \n\n"I was drawn to Kenya by the writing of Rob ert Ruark\, Beryl Markham\, and Ernest Hemingway\, and the photography of P eter Beard\, James Nachtwey\, and Sebastião Salgado. When I arrived\, I fou nd an amazing country of extreme contrasts\, from inspiring vistas to heart -breaking poverty\,” Koenigsaecker shared\, “Over the years\, I have been i nvolved with numerous philanthropic causes and projects from building a com munity center in an urban slum to flying anti-poaching patrols in the bush. Along the way\, I have always carried my camera to document what I saw." \n\nThe exhibit reception will be held on Thursday\, March 2 at 6:00 p.m. a t the Visual Communication Gallery\, followed by a talk by Koenigsaecker at 7:00 p.m. This is a rare opportunity to view Koenigsaecker's work up close and hear about his creative process. \n\nKoenigsaecker was awarded the 202 2 Ohio University Alumni Award for the third biennial WideOpen: Excellence in Photography Exhibition at The Dairy Barn Arts Center. He uses his photog raphy as a means of advocacy\, raising awareness about social and environme ntal issues and advocating for change. His work has been featured in severa l galleries\, including a solo retrospective in the Sony Gallery in New Yor k and the Viewpoint Photographic Art Center in Sacramento\, California. \n\ nKoenigsaecker's commitment to philanthropic causes is also evident in his work\, including building a community center in an urban slum and flying an ti-poaching patrols in the bush. He believes that unique cultures and lands capes around the world are changing at an alarming rate\, and he is determi ned to capture as much as he can before they disappear forever. \n\nAs a fr eelance photojournalist since 1986\, Koenigsaecker has shot countless edito rial assignments around the world\, covering a wide range of topics for new spapers\, magazines\, and wire services. He has served on several boards an d committees\, including the US Bank Advisory Board and Citizens for Smart Growth\, a grass-roots political action committee. \n\n"The highlight of my time at Ohio University was participating in the School of Visual Communic ation field school in Scotland with Terry and Lyntha Eiler. It was my first trip abroad and inspired all my future trips\," Koenigsaeker added. DTEND:20230314T210000Z DTSTAMP:20241123T032550Z DTSTART:20230314T130000Z LOCATION:School of Visual Communication Gallery\, Schoonover Center 140 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Documenting Kenya's Endangered Cultures & Wildlife UID:tag:localist.com\,2008:EventInstance_42466107475888 URL:https://calendar.ohio.edu/event/documenting_kenyas_endangered_cultures_ and_wildlife END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CATEGORIES:Exhibition DESCRIPTION:WideOpen OHIO Alumni Award Winner Captures Kenya's Endangered C ultures and Wildlife in a New Exhibit \n\nOhio University alumnus and award -winning photographer Jim Koenigsaecker is showcasing his latest exhibit en titled “Documenting Kenya’s Endangered Cultures and Wildlife” at the Visual Communication Gallery in Schoonover Center 140. The exhibit runs from Marc h 1 to March 31\, 2023\, and will feature Koenigsaecker's stunning images o f the natural beauty and culture of Kenya. \n\nAs a former newspaper photoj ournalist\, Koenigsaecker's passion for photography took him on an incredib le journey from covering news events at the White House to capturing live a ctions of the Olympic Games. Over the years\, Koenigsaecker has documented everything from inspiring landscapes to heart-wrenching social inequity\, a nd his latest exhibit reflects his dedication to preserving endangered cult ures and wildlife in Kenya. \n\n"I was drawn to Kenya by the writing of Rob ert Ruark\, Beryl Markham\, and Ernest Hemingway\, and the photography of P eter Beard\, James Nachtwey\, and Sebastião Salgado. When I arrived\, I fou nd an amazing country of extreme contrasts\, from inspiring vistas to heart -breaking poverty\,” Koenigsaecker shared\, “Over the years\, I have been i nvolved with numerous philanthropic causes and projects from building a com munity center in an urban slum to flying anti-poaching patrols in the bush. Along the way\, I have always carried my camera to document what I saw." \n\nThe exhibit reception will be held on Thursday\, March 2 at 6:00 p.m. a t the Visual Communication Gallery\, followed by a talk by Koenigsaecker at 7:00 p.m. This is a rare opportunity to view Koenigsaecker's work up close and hear about his creative process. \n\nKoenigsaecker was awarded the 202 2 Ohio University Alumni Award for the third biennial WideOpen: Excellence in Photography Exhibition at The Dairy Barn Arts Center. He uses his photog raphy as a means of advocacy\, raising awareness about social and environme ntal issues and advocating for change. His work has been featured in severa l galleries\, including a solo retrospective in the Sony Gallery in New Yor k and the Viewpoint Photographic Art Center in Sacramento\, California. \n\ nKoenigsaecker's commitment to philanthropic causes is also evident in his work\, including building a community center in an urban slum and flying an ti-poaching patrols in the bush. He believes that unique cultures and lands capes around the world are changing at an alarming rate\, and he is determi ned to capture as much as he can before they disappear forever. \n\nAs a fr eelance photojournalist since 1986\, Koenigsaecker has shot countless edito rial assignments around the world\, covering a wide range of topics for new spapers\, magazines\, and wire services. He has served on several boards an d committees\, including the US Bank Advisory Board and Citizens for Smart Growth\, a grass-roots political action committee. \n\n"The highlight of my time at Ohio University was participating in the School of Visual Communic ation field school in Scotland with Terry and Lyntha Eiler. It was my first trip abroad and inspired all my future trips\," Koenigsaeker added. DTEND:20230315T210000Z DTSTAMP:20241123T032550Z DTSTART:20230315T130000Z LOCATION:School of Visual Communication Gallery\, Schoonover Center 140 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Documenting Kenya's Endangered Cultures & Wildlife UID:tag:localist.com\,2008:EventInstance_42466107477937 URL:https://calendar.ohio.edu/event/documenting_kenyas_endangered_cultures_ and_wildlife END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CATEGORIES:Exhibition DESCRIPTION:WideOpen OHIO Alumni Award Winner Captures Kenya's Endangered C ultures and Wildlife in a New Exhibit \n\nOhio University alumnus and award -winning photographer Jim Koenigsaecker is showcasing his latest exhibit en titled “Documenting Kenya’s Endangered Cultures and Wildlife” at the Visual Communication Gallery in Schoonover Center 140. The exhibit runs from Marc h 1 to March 31\, 2023\, and will feature Koenigsaecker's stunning images o f the natural beauty and culture of Kenya. \n\nAs a former newspaper photoj ournalist\, Koenigsaecker's passion for photography took him on an incredib le journey from covering news events at the White House to capturing live a ctions of the Olympic Games. Over the years\, Koenigsaecker has documented everything from inspiring landscapes to heart-wrenching social inequity\, a nd his latest exhibit reflects his dedication to preserving endangered cult ures and wildlife in Kenya. \n\n"I was drawn to Kenya by the writing of Rob ert Ruark\, Beryl Markham\, and Ernest Hemingway\, and the photography of P eter Beard\, James Nachtwey\, and Sebastião Salgado. When I arrived\, I fou nd an amazing country of extreme contrasts\, from inspiring vistas to heart -breaking poverty\,” Koenigsaecker shared\, “Over the years\, I have been i nvolved with numerous philanthropic causes and projects from building a com munity center in an urban slum to flying anti-poaching patrols in the bush. Along the way\, I have always carried my camera to document what I saw." \n\nThe exhibit reception will be held on Thursday\, March 2 at 6:00 p.m. a t the Visual Communication Gallery\, followed by a talk by Koenigsaecker at 7:00 p.m. This is a rare opportunity to view Koenigsaecker's work up close and hear about his creative process. \n\nKoenigsaecker was awarded the 202 2 Ohio University Alumni Award for the third biennial WideOpen: Excellence in Photography Exhibition at The Dairy Barn Arts Center. He uses his photog raphy as a means of advocacy\, raising awareness about social and environme ntal issues and advocating for change. His work has been featured in severa l galleries\, including a solo retrospective in the Sony Gallery in New Yor k and the Viewpoint Photographic Art Center in Sacramento\, California. \n\ nKoenigsaecker's commitment to philanthropic causes is also evident in his work\, including building a community center in an urban slum and flying an ti-poaching patrols in the bush. He believes that unique cultures and lands capes around the world are changing at an alarming rate\, and he is determi ned to capture as much as he can before they disappear forever. \n\nAs a fr eelance photojournalist since 1986\, Koenigsaecker has shot countless edito rial assignments around the world\, covering a wide range of topics for new spapers\, magazines\, and wire services. He has served on several boards an d committees\, including the US Bank Advisory Board and Citizens for Smart Growth\, a grass-roots political action committee. \n\n"The highlight of my time at Ohio University was participating in the School of Visual Communic ation field school in Scotland with Terry and Lyntha Eiler. It was my first trip abroad and inspired all my future trips\," Koenigsaeker added. DTEND:20230316T210000Z DTSTAMP:20241123T032550Z DTSTART:20230316T130000Z LOCATION:School of Visual Communication Gallery\, Schoonover Center 140 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Documenting Kenya's Endangered Cultures & Wildlife UID:tag:localist.com\,2008:EventInstance_42466107479986 URL:https://calendar.ohio.edu/event/documenting_kenyas_endangered_cultures_ and_wildlife END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CATEGORIES:Exhibition DESCRIPTION:WideOpen OHIO Alumni Award Winner Captures Kenya's Endangered C ultures and Wildlife in a New Exhibit \n\nOhio University alumnus and award -winning photographer Jim Koenigsaecker is showcasing his latest exhibit en titled “Documenting Kenya’s Endangered Cultures and Wildlife” at the Visual Communication Gallery in Schoonover Center 140. The exhibit runs from Marc h 1 to March 31\, 2023\, and will feature Koenigsaecker's stunning images o f the natural beauty and culture of Kenya. \n\nAs a former newspaper photoj ournalist\, Koenigsaecker's passion for photography took him on an incredib le journey from covering news events at the White House to capturing live a ctions of the Olympic Games. Over the years\, Koenigsaecker has documented everything from inspiring landscapes to heart-wrenching social inequity\, a nd his latest exhibit reflects his dedication to preserving endangered cult ures and wildlife in Kenya. \n\n"I was drawn to Kenya by the writing of Rob ert Ruark\, Beryl Markham\, and Ernest Hemingway\, and the photography of P eter Beard\, James Nachtwey\, and Sebastião Salgado. When I arrived\, I fou nd an amazing country of extreme contrasts\, from inspiring vistas to heart -breaking poverty\,” Koenigsaecker shared\, “Over the years\, I have been i nvolved with numerous philanthropic causes and projects from building a com munity center in an urban slum to flying anti-poaching patrols in the bush. Along the way\, I have always carried my camera to document what I saw." \n\nThe exhibit reception will be held on Thursday\, March 2 at 6:00 p.m. a t the Visual Communication Gallery\, followed by a talk by Koenigsaecker at 7:00 p.m. This is a rare opportunity to view Koenigsaecker's work up close and hear about his creative process. \n\nKoenigsaecker was awarded the 202 2 Ohio University Alumni Award for the third biennial WideOpen: Excellence in Photography Exhibition at The Dairy Barn Arts Center. He uses his photog raphy as a means of advocacy\, raising awareness about social and environme ntal issues and advocating for change. His work has been featured in severa l galleries\, including a solo retrospective in the Sony Gallery in New Yor k and the Viewpoint Photographic Art Center in Sacramento\, California. \n\ nKoenigsaecker's commitment to philanthropic causes is also evident in his work\, including building a community center in an urban slum and flying an ti-poaching patrols in the bush. He believes that unique cultures and lands capes around the world are changing at an alarming rate\, and he is determi ned to capture as much as he can before they disappear forever. \n\nAs a fr eelance photojournalist since 1986\, Koenigsaecker has shot countless edito rial assignments around the world\, covering a wide range of topics for new spapers\, magazines\, and wire services. He has served on several boards an d committees\, including the US Bank Advisory Board and Citizens for Smart Growth\, a grass-roots political action committee. \n\n"The highlight of my time at Ohio University was participating in the School of Visual Communic ation field school in Scotland with Terry and Lyntha Eiler. It was my first trip abroad and inspired all my future trips\," Koenigsaeker added. DTEND:20230317T210000Z DTSTAMP:20241123T032550Z DTSTART:20230317T130000Z LOCATION:School of Visual Communication Gallery\, Schoonover Center 140 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Documenting Kenya's Endangered Cultures & Wildlife UID:tag:localist.com\,2008:EventInstance_42466107482035 URL:https://calendar.ohio.edu/event/documenting_kenyas_endangered_cultures_ and_wildlife END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CATEGORIES:Exhibition DESCRIPTION:WideOpen OHIO Alumni Award Winner Captures Kenya's Endangered C ultures and Wildlife in a New Exhibit \n\nOhio University alumnus and award -winning photographer Jim Koenigsaecker is showcasing his latest exhibit en titled “Documenting Kenya’s Endangered Cultures and Wildlife” at the Visual Communication Gallery in Schoonover Center 140. The exhibit runs from Marc h 1 to March 31\, 2023\, and will feature Koenigsaecker's stunning images o f the natural beauty and culture of Kenya. \n\nAs a former newspaper photoj ournalist\, Koenigsaecker's passion for photography took him on an incredib le journey from covering news events at the White House to capturing live a ctions of the Olympic Games. Over the years\, Koenigsaecker has documented everything from inspiring landscapes to heart-wrenching social inequity\, a nd his latest exhibit reflects his dedication to preserving endangered cult ures and wildlife in Kenya. \n\n"I was drawn to Kenya by the writing of Rob ert Ruark\, Beryl Markham\, and Ernest Hemingway\, and the photography of P eter Beard\, James Nachtwey\, and Sebastião Salgado. When I arrived\, I fou nd an amazing country of extreme contrasts\, from inspiring vistas to heart -breaking poverty\,” Koenigsaecker shared\, “Over the years\, I have been i nvolved with numerous philanthropic causes and projects from building a com munity center in an urban slum to flying anti-poaching patrols in the bush. Along the way\, I have always carried my camera to document what I saw." \n\nThe exhibit reception will be held on Thursday\, March 2 at 6:00 p.m. a t the Visual Communication Gallery\, followed by a talk by Koenigsaecker at 7:00 p.m. This is a rare opportunity to view Koenigsaecker's work up close and hear about his creative process. \n\nKoenigsaecker was awarded the 202 2 Ohio University Alumni Award for the third biennial WideOpen: Excellence in Photography Exhibition at The Dairy Barn Arts Center. He uses his photog raphy as a means of advocacy\, raising awareness about social and environme ntal issues and advocating for change. His work has been featured in severa l galleries\, including a solo retrospective in the Sony Gallery in New Yor k and the Viewpoint Photographic Art Center in Sacramento\, California. \n\ nKoenigsaecker's commitment to philanthropic causes is also evident in his work\, including building a community center in an urban slum and flying an ti-poaching patrols in the bush. He believes that unique cultures and lands capes around the world are changing at an alarming rate\, and he is determi ned to capture as much as he can before they disappear forever. \n\nAs a fr eelance photojournalist since 1986\, Koenigsaecker has shot countless edito rial assignments around the world\, covering a wide range of topics for new spapers\, magazines\, and wire services. He has served on several boards an d committees\, including the US Bank Advisory Board and Citizens for Smart Growth\, a grass-roots political action committee. \n\n"The highlight of my time at Ohio University was participating in the School of Visual Communic ation field school in Scotland with Terry and Lyntha Eiler. It was my first trip abroad and inspired all my future trips\," Koenigsaeker added. DTEND:20230320T210000Z DTSTAMP:20241123T032550Z DTSTART:20230320T130000Z LOCATION:School of Visual Communication Gallery\, Schoonover Center 140 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Documenting Kenya's Endangered Cultures & Wildlife UID:tag:localist.com\,2008:EventInstance_42466107484084 URL:https://calendar.ohio.edu/event/documenting_kenyas_endangered_cultures_ and_wildlife END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CATEGORIES:Exhibition DESCRIPTION:WideOpen OHIO Alumni Award Winner Captures Kenya's Endangered C ultures and Wildlife in a New Exhibit \n\nOhio University alumnus and award -winning photographer Jim Koenigsaecker is showcasing his latest exhibit en titled “Documenting Kenya’s Endangered Cultures and Wildlife” at the Visual Communication Gallery in Schoonover Center 140. The exhibit runs from Marc h 1 to March 31\, 2023\, and will feature Koenigsaecker's stunning images o f the natural beauty and culture of Kenya. \n\nAs a former newspaper photoj ournalist\, Koenigsaecker's passion for photography took him on an incredib le journey from covering news events at the White House to capturing live a ctions of the Olympic Games. Over the years\, Koenigsaecker has documented everything from inspiring landscapes to heart-wrenching social inequity\, a nd his latest exhibit reflects his dedication to preserving endangered cult ures and wildlife in Kenya. \n\n"I was drawn to Kenya by the writing of Rob ert Ruark\, Beryl Markham\, and Ernest Hemingway\, and the photography of P eter Beard\, James Nachtwey\, and Sebastião Salgado. When I arrived\, I fou nd an amazing country of extreme contrasts\, from inspiring vistas to heart -breaking poverty\,” Koenigsaecker shared\, “Over the years\, I have been i nvolved with numerous philanthropic causes and projects from building a com munity center in an urban slum to flying anti-poaching patrols in the bush. Along the way\, I have always carried my camera to document what I saw." \n\nThe exhibit reception will be held on Thursday\, March 2 at 6:00 p.m. a t the Visual Communication Gallery\, followed by a talk by Koenigsaecker at 7:00 p.m. This is a rare opportunity to view Koenigsaecker's work up close and hear about his creative process. \n\nKoenigsaecker was awarded the 202 2 Ohio University Alumni Award for the third biennial WideOpen: Excellence in Photography Exhibition at The Dairy Barn Arts Center. He uses his photog raphy as a means of advocacy\, raising awareness about social and environme ntal issues and advocating for change. His work has been featured in severa l galleries\, including a solo retrospective in the Sony Gallery in New Yor k and the Viewpoint Photographic Art Center in Sacramento\, California. \n\ nKoenigsaecker's commitment to philanthropic causes is also evident in his work\, including building a community center in an urban slum and flying an ti-poaching patrols in the bush. He believes that unique cultures and lands capes around the world are changing at an alarming rate\, and he is determi ned to capture as much as he can before they disappear forever. \n\nAs a fr eelance photojournalist since 1986\, Koenigsaecker has shot countless edito rial assignments around the world\, covering a wide range of topics for new spapers\, magazines\, and wire services. He has served on several boards an d committees\, including the US Bank Advisory Board and Citizens for Smart Growth\, a grass-roots political action committee. \n\n"The highlight of my time at Ohio University was participating in the School of Visual Communic ation field school in Scotland with Terry and Lyntha Eiler. It was my first trip abroad and inspired all my future trips\," Koenigsaeker added. DTEND:20230321T210000Z DTSTAMP:20241123T032550Z DTSTART:20230321T130000Z LOCATION:School of Visual Communication Gallery\, Schoonover Center 140 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Documenting Kenya's Endangered Cultures & Wildlife UID:tag:localist.com\,2008:EventInstance_42466107486133 URL:https://calendar.ohio.edu/event/documenting_kenyas_endangered_cultures_ and_wildlife END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CATEGORIES:Exhibition DESCRIPTION:WideOpen OHIO Alumni Award Winner Captures Kenya's Endangered C ultures and Wildlife in a New Exhibit \n\nOhio University alumnus and award -winning photographer Jim Koenigsaecker is showcasing his latest exhibit en titled “Documenting Kenya’s Endangered Cultures and Wildlife” at the Visual Communication Gallery in Schoonover Center 140. The exhibit runs from Marc h 1 to March 31\, 2023\, and will feature Koenigsaecker's stunning images o f the natural beauty and culture of Kenya. \n\nAs a former newspaper photoj ournalist\, Koenigsaecker's passion for photography took him on an incredib le journey from covering news events at the White House to capturing live a ctions of the Olympic Games. Over the years\, Koenigsaecker has documented everything from inspiring landscapes to heart-wrenching social inequity\, a nd his latest exhibit reflects his dedication to preserving endangered cult ures and wildlife in Kenya. \n\n"I was drawn to Kenya by the writing of Rob ert Ruark\, Beryl Markham\, and Ernest Hemingway\, and the photography of P eter Beard\, James Nachtwey\, and Sebastião Salgado. When I arrived\, I fou nd an amazing country of extreme contrasts\, from inspiring vistas to heart -breaking poverty\,” Koenigsaecker shared\, “Over the years\, I have been i nvolved with numerous philanthropic causes and projects from building a com munity center in an urban slum to flying anti-poaching patrols in the bush. Along the way\, I have always carried my camera to document what I saw." \n\nThe exhibit reception will be held on Thursday\, March 2 at 6:00 p.m. a t the Visual Communication Gallery\, followed by a talk by Koenigsaecker at 7:00 p.m. This is a rare opportunity to view Koenigsaecker's work up close and hear about his creative process. \n\nKoenigsaecker was awarded the 202 2 Ohio University Alumni Award for the third biennial WideOpen: Excellence in Photography Exhibition at The Dairy Barn Arts Center. He uses his photog raphy as a means of advocacy\, raising awareness about social and environme ntal issues and advocating for change. His work has been featured in severa l galleries\, including a solo retrospective in the Sony Gallery in New Yor k and the Viewpoint Photographic Art Center in Sacramento\, California. \n\ nKoenigsaecker's commitment to philanthropic causes is also evident in his work\, including building a community center in an urban slum and flying an ti-poaching patrols in the bush. He believes that unique cultures and lands capes around the world are changing at an alarming rate\, and he is determi ned to capture as much as he can before they disappear forever. \n\nAs a fr eelance photojournalist since 1986\, Koenigsaecker has shot countless edito rial assignments around the world\, covering a wide range of topics for new spapers\, magazines\, and wire services. He has served on several boards an d committees\, including the US Bank Advisory Board and Citizens for Smart Growth\, a grass-roots political action committee. \n\n"The highlight of my time at Ohio University was participating in the School of Visual Communic ation field school in Scotland with Terry and Lyntha Eiler. It was my first trip abroad and inspired all my future trips\," Koenigsaeker added. DTEND:20230322T210000Z DTSTAMP:20241123T032550Z DTSTART:20230322T130000Z LOCATION:School of Visual Communication Gallery\, Schoonover Center 140 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Documenting Kenya's Endangered Cultures & Wildlife UID:tag:localist.com\,2008:EventInstance_42466107488182 URL:https://calendar.ohio.edu/event/documenting_kenyas_endangered_cultures_ and_wildlife END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CATEGORIES:Exhibition DESCRIPTION:WideOpen OHIO Alumni Award Winner Captures Kenya's Endangered C ultures and Wildlife in a New Exhibit \n\nOhio University alumnus and award -winning photographer Jim Koenigsaecker is showcasing his latest exhibit en titled “Documenting Kenya’s Endangered Cultures and Wildlife” at the Visual Communication Gallery in Schoonover Center 140. The exhibit runs from Marc h 1 to March 31\, 2023\, and will feature Koenigsaecker's stunning images o f the natural beauty and culture of Kenya. \n\nAs a former newspaper photoj ournalist\, Koenigsaecker's passion for photography took him on an incredib le journey from covering news events at the White House to capturing live a ctions of the Olympic Games. Over the years\, Koenigsaecker has documented everything from inspiring landscapes to heart-wrenching social inequity\, a nd his latest exhibit reflects his dedication to preserving endangered cult ures and wildlife in Kenya. \n\n"I was drawn to Kenya by the writing of Rob ert Ruark\, Beryl Markham\, and Ernest Hemingway\, and the photography of P eter Beard\, James Nachtwey\, and Sebastião Salgado. When I arrived\, I fou nd an amazing country of extreme contrasts\, from inspiring vistas to heart -breaking poverty\,” Koenigsaecker shared\, “Over the years\, I have been i nvolved with numerous philanthropic causes and projects from building a com munity center in an urban slum to flying anti-poaching patrols in the bush. Along the way\, I have always carried my camera to document what I saw." \n\nThe exhibit reception will be held on Thursday\, March 2 at 6:00 p.m. a t the Visual Communication Gallery\, followed by a talk by Koenigsaecker at 7:00 p.m. This is a rare opportunity to view Koenigsaecker's work up close and hear about his creative process. \n\nKoenigsaecker was awarded the 202 2 Ohio University Alumni Award for the third biennial WideOpen: Excellence in Photography Exhibition at The Dairy Barn Arts Center. He uses his photog raphy as a means of advocacy\, raising awareness about social and environme ntal issues and advocating for change. His work has been featured in severa l galleries\, including a solo retrospective in the Sony Gallery in New Yor k and the Viewpoint Photographic Art Center in Sacramento\, California. \n\ nKoenigsaecker's commitment to philanthropic causes is also evident in his work\, including building a community center in an urban slum and flying an ti-poaching patrols in the bush. He believes that unique cultures and lands capes around the world are changing at an alarming rate\, and he is determi ned to capture as much as he can before they disappear forever. \n\nAs a fr eelance photojournalist since 1986\, Koenigsaecker has shot countless edito rial assignments around the world\, covering a wide range of topics for new spapers\, magazines\, and wire services. He has served on several boards an d committees\, including the US Bank Advisory Board and Citizens for Smart Growth\, a grass-roots political action committee. \n\n"The highlight of my time at Ohio University was participating in the School of Visual Communic ation field school in Scotland with Terry and Lyntha Eiler. It was my first trip abroad and inspired all my future trips\," Koenigsaeker added. DTEND:20230323T210000Z DTSTAMP:20241123T032550Z DTSTART:20230323T130000Z LOCATION:School of Visual Communication Gallery\, Schoonover Center 140 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Documenting Kenya's Endangered Cultures & Wildlife UID:tag:localist.com\,2008:EventInstance_42466107490231 URL:https://calendar.ohio.edu/event/documenting_kenyas_endangered_cultures_ and_wildlife END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CATEGORIES:Exhibition DESCRIPTION:WideOpen OHIO Alumni Award Winner Captures Kenya's Endangered C ultures and Wildlife in a New Exhibit \n\nOhio University alumnus and award -winning photographer Jim Koenigsaecker is showcasing his latest exhibit en titled “Documenting Kenya’s Endangered Cultures and Wildlife” at the Visual Communication Gallery in Schoonover Center 140. The exhibit runs from Marc h 1 to March 31\, 2023\, and will feature Koenigsaecker's stunning images o f the natural beauty and culture of Kenya. \n\nAs a former newspaper photoj ournalist\, Koenigsaecker's passion for photography took him on an incredib le journey from covering news events at the White House to capturing live a ctions of the Olympic Games. Over the years\, Koenigsaecker has documented everything from inspiring landscapes to heart-wrenching social inequity\, a nd his latest exhibit reflects his dedication to preserving endangered cult ures and wildlife in Kenya. \n\n"I was drawn to Kenya by the writing of Rob ert Ruark\, Beryl Markham\, and Ernest Hemingway\, and the photography of P eter Beard\, James Nachtwey\, and Sebastião Salgado. When I arrived\, I fou nd an amazing country of extreme contrasts\, from inspiring vistas to heart -breaking poverty\,” Koenigsaecker shared\, “Over the years\, I have been i nvolved with numerous philanthropic causes and projects from building a com munity center in an urban slum to flying anti-poaching patrols in the bush. Along the way\, I have always carried my camera to document what I saw." \n\nThe exhibit reception will be held on Thursday\, March 2 at 6:00 p.m. a t the Visual Communication Gallery\, followed by a talk by Koenigsaecker at 7:00 p.m. This is a rare opportunity to view Koenigsaecker's work up close and hear about his creative process. \n\nKoenigsaecker was awarded the 202 2 Ohio University Alumni Award for the third biennial WideOpen: Excellence in Photography Exhibition at The Dairy Barn Arts Center. He uses his photog raphy as a means of advocacy\, raising awareness about social and environme ntal issues and advocating for change. His work has been featured in severa l galleries\, including a solo retrospective in the Sony Gallery in New Yor k and the Viewpoint Photographic Art Center in Sacramento\, California. \n\ nKoenigsaecker's commitment to philanthropic causes is also evident in his work\, including building a community center in an urban slum and flying an ti-poaching patrols in the bush. He believes that unique cultures and lands capes around the world are changing at an alarming rate\, and he is determi ned to capture as much as he can before they disappear forever. \n\nAs a fr eelance photojournalist since 1986\, Koenigsaecker has shot countless edito rial assignments around the world\, covering a wide range of topics for new spapers\, magazines\, and wire services. He has served on several boards an d committees\, including the US Bank Advisory Board and Citizens for Smart Growth\, a grass-roots political action committee. \n\n"The highlight of my time at Ohio University was participating in the School of Visual Communic ation field school in Scotland with Terry and Lyntha Eiler. It was my first trip abroad and inspired all my future trips\," Koenigsaeker added. DTEND:20230324T210000Z DTSTAMP:20241123T032550Z DTSTART:20230324T130000Z LOCATION:School of Visual Communication Gallery\, Schoonover Center 140 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Documenting Kenya's Endangered Cultures & Wildlife UID:tag:localist.com\,2008:EventInstance_42466107492280 URL:https://calendar.ohio.edu/event/documenting_kenyas_endangered_cultures_ and_wildlife END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CATEGORIES:Exhibition DESCRIPTION:WideOpen OHIO Alumni Award Winner Captures Kenya's Endangered C ultures and Wildlife in a New Exhibit \n\nOhio University alumnus and award -winning photographer Jim Koenigsaecker is showcasing his latest exhibit en titled “Documenting Kenya’s Endangered Cultures and Wildlife” at the Visual Communication Gallery in Schoonover Center 140. The exhibit runs from Marc h 1 to March 31\, 2023\, and will feature Koenigsaecker's stunning images o f the natural beauty and culture of Kenya. \n\nAs a former newspaper photoj ournalist\, Koenigsaecker's passion for photography took him on an incredib le journey from covering news events at the White House to capturing live a ctions of the Olympic Games. Over the years\, Koenigsaecker has documented everything from inspiring landscapes to heart-wrenching social inequity\, a nd his latest exhibit reflects his dedication to preserving endangered cult ures and wildlife in Kenya. \n\n"I was drawn to Kenya by the writing of Rob ert Ruark\, Beryl Markham\, and Ernest Hemingway\, and the photography of P eter Beard\, James Nachtwey\, and Sebastião Salgado. When I arrived\, I fou nd an amazing country of extreme contrasts\, from inspiring vistas to heart -breaking poverty\,” Koenigsaecker shared\, “Over the years\, I have been i nvolved with numerous philanthropic causes and projects from building a com munity center in an urban slum to flying anti-poaching patrols in the bush. Along the way\, I have always carried my camera to document what I saw." \n\nThe exhibit reception will be held on Thursday\, March 2 at 6:00 p.m. a t the Visual Communication Gallery\, followed by a talk by Koenigsaecker at 7:00 p.m. This is a rare opportunity to view Koenigsaecker's work up close and hear about his creative process. \n\nKoenigsaecker was awarded the 202 2 Ohio University Alumni Award for the third biennial WideOpen: Excellence in Photography Exhibition at The Dairy Barn Arts Center. He uses his photog raphy as a means of advocacy\, raising awareness about social and environme ntal issues and advocating for change. His work has been featured in severa l galleries\, including a solo retrospective in the Sony Gallery in New Yor k and the Viewpoint Photographic Art Center in Sacramento\, California. \n\ nKoenigsaecker's commitment to philanthropic causes is also evident in his work\, including building a community center in an urban slum and flying an ti-poaching patrols in the bush. He believes that unique cultures and lands capes around the world are changing at an alarming rate\, and he is determi ned to capture as much as he can before they disappear forever. \n\nAs a fr eelance photojournalist since 1986\, Koenigsaecker has shot countless edito rial assignments around the world\, covering a wide range of topics for new spapers\, magazines\, and wire services. He has served on several boards an d committees\, including the US Bank Advisory Board and Citizens for Smart Growth\, a grass-roots political action committee. \n\n"The highlight of my time at Ohio University was participating in the School of Visual Communic ation field school in Scotland with Terry and Lyntha Eiler. It was my first trip abroad and inspired all my future trips\," Koenigsaeker added. DTEND:20230327T210000Z DTSTAMP:20241123T032550Z DTSTART:20230327T130000Z LOCATION:School of Visual Communication Gallery\, Schoonover Center 140 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Documenting Kenya's Endangered Cultures & Wildlife UID:tag:localist.com\,2008:EventInstance_42466107493305 URL:https://calendar.ohio.edu/event/documenting_kenyas_endangered_cultures_ and_wildlife END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CATEGORIES:Exhibition DESCRIPTION:WideOpen OHIO Alumni Award Winner Captures Kenya's Endangered C ultures and Wildlife in a New Exhibit \n\nOhio University alumnus and award -winning photographer Jim Koenigsaecker is showcasing his latest exhibit en titled “Documenting Kenya’s Endangered Cultures and Wildlife” at the Visual Communication Gallery in Schoonover Center 140. The exhibit runs from Marc h 1 to March 31\, 2023\, and will feature Koenigsaecker's stunning images o f the natural beauty and culture of Kenya. \n\nAs a former newspaper photoj ournalist\, Koenigsaecker's passion for photography took him on an incredib le journey from covering news events at the White House to capturing live a ctions of the Olympic Games. Over the years\, Koenigsaecker has documented everything from inspiring landscapes to heart-wrenching social inequity\, a nd his latest exhibit reflects his dedication to preserving endangered cult ures and wildlife in Kenya. \n\n"I was drawn to Kenya by the writing of Rob ert Ruark\, Beryl Markham\, and Ernest Hemingway\, and the photography of P eter Beard\, James Nachtwey\, and Sebastião Salgado. When I arrived\, I fou nd an amazing country of extreme contrasts\, from inspiring vistas to heart -breaking poverty\,” Koenigsaecker shared\, “Over the years\, I have been i nvolved with numerous philanthropic causes and projects from building a com munity center in an urban slum to flying anti-poaching patrols in the bush. Along the way\, I have always carried my camera to document what I saw." \n\nThe exhibit reception will be held on Thursday\, March 2 at 6:00 p.m. a t the Visual Communication Gallery\, followed by a talk by Koenigsaecker at 7:00 p.m. This is a rare opportunity to view Koenigsaecker's work up close and hear about his creative process. \n\nKoenigsaecker was awarded the 202 2 Ohio University Alumni Award for the third biennial WideOpen: Excellence in Photography Exhibition at The Dairy Barn Arts Center. He uses his photog raphy as a means of advocacy\, raising awareness about social and environme ntal issues and advocating for change. His work has been featured in severa l galleries\, including a solo retrospective in the Sony Gallery in New Yor k and the Viewpoint Photographic Art Center in Sacramento\, California. \n\ nKoenigsaecker's commitment to philanthropic causes is also evident in his work\, including building a community center in an urban slum and flying an ti-poaching patrols in the bush. He believes that unique cultures and lands capes around the world are changing at an alarming rate\, and he is determi ned to capture as much as he can before they disappear forever. \n\nAs a fr eelance photojournalist since 1986\, Koenigsaecker has shot countless edito rial assignments around the world\, covering a wide range of topics for new spapers\, magazines\, and wire services. He has served on several boards an d committees\, including the US Bank Advisory Board and Citizens for Smart Growth\, a grass-roots political action committee. \n\n"The highlight of my time at Ohio University was participating in the School of Visual Communic ation field school in Scotland with Terry and Lyntha Eiler. It was my first trip abroad and inspired all my future trips\," Koenigsaeker added. DTEND:20230328T210000Z DTSTAMP:20241123T032550Z DTSTART:20230328T130000Z LOCATION:School of Visual Communication Gallery\, Schoonover Center 140 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Documenting Kenya's Endangered Cultures & Wildlife UID:tag:localist.com\,2008:EventInstance_42466107495354 URL:https://calendar.ohio.edu/event/documenting_kenyas_endangered_cultures_ and_wildlife END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CATEGORIES:Exhibition DESCRIPTION:WideOpen OHIO Alumni Award Winner Captures Kenya's Endangered C ultures and Wildlife in a New Exhibit \n\nOhio University alumnus and award -winning photographer Jim Koenigsaecker is showcasing his latest exhibit en titled “Documenting Kenya’s Endangered Cultures and Wildlife” at the Visual Communication Gallery in Schoonover Center 140. The exhibit runs from Marc h 1 to March 31\, 2023\, and will feature Koenigsaecker's stunning images o f the natural beauty and culture of Kenya. \n\nAs a former newspaper photoj ournalist\, Koenigsaecker's passion for photography took him on an incredib le journey from covering news events at the White House to capturing live a ctions of the Olympic Games. Over the years\, Koenigsaecker has documented everything from inspiring landscapes to heart-wrenching social inequity\, a nd his latest exhibit reflects his dedication to preserving endangered cult ures and wildlife in Kenya. \n\n"I was drawn to Kenya by the writing of Rob ert Ruark\, Beryl Markham\, and Ernest Hemingway\, and the photography of P eter Beard\, James Nachtwey\, and Sebastião Salgado. When I arrived\, I fou nd an amazing country of extreme contrasts\, from inspiring vistas to heart -breaking poverty\,” Koenigsaecker shared\, “Over the years\, I have been i nvolved with numerous philanthropic causes and projects from building a com munity center in an urban slum to flying anti-poaching patrols in the bush. Along the way\, I have always carried my camera to document what I saw." \n\nThe exhibit reception will be held on Thursday\, March 2 at 6:00 p.m. a t the Visual Communication Gallery\, followed by a talk by Koenigsaecker at 7:00 p.m. This is a rare opportunity to view Koenigsaecker's work up close and hear about his creative process. \n\nKoenigsaecker was awarded the 202 2 Ohio University Alumni Award for the third biennial WideOpen: Excellence in Photography Exhibition at The Dairy Barn Arts Center. He uses his photog raphy as a means of advocacy\, raising awareness about social and environme ntal issues and advocating for change. His work has been featured in severa l galleries\, including a solo retrospective in the Sony Gallery in New Yor k and the Viewpoint Photographic Art Center in Sacramento\, California. \n\ nKoenigsaecker's commitment to philanthropic causes is also evident in his work\, including building a community center in an urban slum and flying an ti-poaching patrols in the bush. He believes that unique cultures and lands capes around the world are changing at an alarming rate\, and he is determi ned to capture as much as he can before they disappear forever. \n\nAs a fr eelance photojournalist since 1986\, Koenigsaecker has shot countless edito rial assignments around the world\, covering a wide range of topics for new spapers\, magazines\, and wire services. He has served on several boards an d committees\, including the US Bank Advisory Board and Citizens for Smart Growth\, a grass-roots political action committee. \n\n"The highlight of my time at Ohio University was participating in the School of Visual Communic ation field school in Scotland with Terry and Lyntha Eiler. It was my first trip abroad and inspired all my future trips\," Koenigsaeker added. DTEND:20230329T210000Z DTSTAMP:20241123T032550Z DTSTART:20230329T130000Z LOCATION:School of Visual Communication Gallery\, Schoonover Center 140 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Documenting Kenya's Endangered Cultures & Wildlife UID:tag:localist.com\,2008:EventInstance_42466107497403 URL:https://calendar.ohio.edu/event/documenting_kenyas_endangered_cultures_ and_wildlife END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CATEGORIES:Exhibition DESCRIPTION:WideOpen OHIO Alumni Award Winner Captures Kenya's Endangered C ultures and Wildlife in a New Exhibit \n\nOhio University alumnus and award -winning photographer Jim Koenigsaecker is showcasing his latest exhibit en titled “Documenting Kenya’s Endangered Cultures and Wildlife” at the Visual Communication Gallery in Schoonover Center 140. The exhibit runs from Marc h 1 to March 31\, 2023\, and will feature Koenigsaecker's stunning images o f the natural beauty and culture of Kenya. \n\nAs a former newspaper photoj ournalist\, Koenigsaecker's passion for photography took him on an incredib le journey from covering news events at the White House to capturing live a ctions of the Olympic Games. Over the years\, Koenigsaecker has documented everything from inspiring landscapes to heart-wrenching social inequity\, a nd his latest exhibit reflects his dedication to preserving endangered cult ures and wildlife in Kenya. \n\n"I was drawn to Kenya by the writing of Rob ert Ruark\, Beryl Markham\, and Ernest Hemingway\, and the photography of P eter Beard\, James Nachtwey\, and Sebastião Salgado. When I arrived\, I fou nd an amazing country of extreme contrasts\, from inspiring vistas to heart -breaking poverty\,” Koenigsaecker shared\, “Over the years\, I have been i nvolved with numerous philanthropic causes and projects from building a com munity center in an urban slum to flying anti-poaching patrols in the bush. Along the way\, I have always carried my camera to document what I saw." \n\nThe exhibit reception will be held on Thursday\, March 2 at 6:00 p.m. a t the Visual Communication Gallery\, followed by a talk by Koenigsaecker at 7:00 p.m. This is a rare opportunity to view Koenigsaecker's work up close and hear about his creative process. \n\nKoenigsaecker was awarded the 202 2 Ohio University Alumni Award for the third biennial WideOpen: Excellence in Photography Exhibition at The Dairy Barn Arts Center. He uses his photog raphy as a means of advocacy\, raising awareness about social and environme ntal issues and advocating for change. His work has been featured in severa l galleries\, including a solo retrospective in the Sony Gallery in New Yor k and the Viewpoint Photographic Art Center in Sacramento\, California. \n\ nKoenigsaecker's commitment to philanthropic causes is also evident in his work\, including building a community center in an urban slum and flying an ti-poaching patrols in the bush. He believes that unique cultures and lands capes around the world are changing at an alarming rate\, and he is determi ned to capture as much as he can before they disappear forever. \n\nAs a fr eelance photojournalist since 1986\, Koenigsaecker has shot countless edito rial assignments around the world\, covering a wide range of topics for new spapers\, magazines\, and wire services. He has served on several boards an d committees\, including the US Bank Advisory Board and Citizens for Smart Growth\, a grass-roots political action committee. \n\n"The highlight of my time at Ohio University was participating in the School of Visual Communic ation field school in Scotland with Terry and Lyntha Eiler. It was my first trip abroad and inspired all my future trips\," Koenigsaeker added. DTEND:20230330T210000Z DTSTAMP:20241123T032550Z DTSTART:20230330T130000Z LOCATION:School of Visual Communication Gallery\, Schoonover Center 140 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Documenting Kenya's Endangered Cultures & Wildlife UID:tag:localist.com\,2008:EventInstance_42466107499452 URL:https://calendar.ohio.edu/event/documenting_kenyas_endangered_cultures_ and_wildlife END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT CATEGORIES:Exhibition DESCRIPTION:WideOpen OHIO Alumni Award Winner Captures Kenya's Endangered C ultures and Wildlife in a New Exhibit \n\nOhio University alumnus and award -winning photographer Jim Koenigsaecker is showcasing his latest exhibit en titled “Documenting Kenya’s Endangered Cultures and Wildlife” at the Visual Communication Gallery in Schoonover Center 140. The exhibit runs from Marc h 1 to March 31\, 2023\, and will feature Koenigsaecker's stunning images o f the natural beauty and culture of Kenya. \n\nAs a former newspaper photoj ournalist\, Koenigsaecker's passion for photography took him on an incredib le journey from covering news events at the White House to capturing live a ctions of the Olympic Games. Over the years\, Koenigsaecker has documented everything from inspiring landscapes to heart-wrenching social inequity\, a nd his latest exhibit reflects his dedication to preserving endangered cult ures and wildlife in Kenya. \n\n"I was drawn to Kenya by the writing of Rob ert Ruark\, Beryl Markham\, and Ernest Hemingway\, and the photography of P eter Beard\, James Nachtwey\, and Sebastião Salgado. When I arrived\, I fou nd an amazing country of extreme contrasts\, from inspiring vistas to heart -breaking poverty\,” Koenigsaecker shared\, “Over the years\, I have been i nvolved with numerous philanthropic causes and projects from building a com munity center in an urban slum to flying anti-poaching patrols in the bush. Along the way\, I have always carried my camera to document what I saw." \n\nThe exhibit reception will be held on Thursday\, March 2 at 6:00 p.m. a t the Visual Communication Gallery\, followed by a talk by Koenigsaecker at 7:00 p.m. This is a rare opportunity to view Koenigsaecker's work up close and hear about his creative process. \n\nKoenigsaecker was awarded the 202 2 Ohio University Alumni Award for the third biennial WideOpen: Excellence in Photography Exhibition at The Dairy Barn Arts Center. He uses his photog raphy as a means of advocacy\, raising awareness about social and environme ntal issues and advocating for change. His work has been featured in severa l galleries\, including a solo retrospective in the Sony Gallery in New Yor k and the Viewpoint Photographic Art Center in Sacramento\, California. \n\ nKoenigsaecker's commitment to philanthropic causes is also evident in his work\, including building a community center in an urban slum and flying an ti-poaching patrols in the bush. He believes that unique cultures and lands capes around the world are changing at an alarming rate\, and he is determi ned to capture as much as he can before they disappear forever. \n\nAs a fr eelance photojournalist since 1986\, Koenigsaecker has shot countless edito rial assignments around the world\, covering a wide range of topics for new spapers\, magazines\, and wire services. He has served on several boards an d committees\, including the US Bank Advisory Board and Citizens for Smart Growth\, a grass-roots political action committee. \n\n"The highlight of my time at Ohio University was participating in the School of Visual Communic ation field school in Scotland with Terry and Lyntha Eiler. It was my first trip abroad and inspired all my future trips\," Koenigsaeker added. DTEND:20230331T210000Z DTSTAMP:20241123T032550Z DTSTART:20230331T130000Z LOCATION:School of Visual Communication Gallery\, Schoonover Center 140 SEQUENCE:0 SUMMARY:Documenting Kenya's Endangered Cultures & Wildlife UID:tag:localist.com\,2008:EventInstance_42466107501501 URL:https://calendar.ohio.edu/event/documenting_kenyas_endangered_cultures_ and_wildlife END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR