F-Stop: Iconic Oshkosh
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Chief Oshkosh B&W
Submitted by: John MarxThis image shows the statue of Chief Oshkosh in Menominee Park. It is an icon of Oshkosh since the city was named after him and his tomb is also there on the shore of Lake Winnebago. This was Menominee tribal land and he is honored by having his grave in his native homeland in the city which bears his name.
Chief Oshkosh B&W
On the Maine Beach
Winter sunset on the Fox
"A Little Sip of Grace
Submitted by: Lisa WegnerElsewhere Coffee House Downtown Oshkosh , WI - Caption "A little sip of Grace"
"A Little Sip of Grace
A Season Aglow
Submitted by: Joni GrollFall is full of warmth and a bit of spice. Everwhere you look, Oshkosh and nature show the world a spectacular array of beauty.
A Season Aglow
Asylum Bay Reflection
Submitted by: Brian BorkowiczLife and death on the water. What’s more “Oshkosh” than that?
Asylum Bay Reflection
Asylum point light house
Submitted by: Karissa McDowellMuch of Oshkosh revolves around the lake, this cute little lighthouse is part of that.
Asylum point light house
Chief Oshkosh
Submitted by: Steve SchultzChief Oshkosh stands proudly while overlooking Menominee Park and Lake Winnebago.
Chief Oshkosh
Demolition Derby
Submitted by: Patrick FraserThe Demolition Derby at the County Fair. My favorite event. This shows how much fun Oshkosh is. I feel like county fairs are harder and harder to find in towns and Oshkosh has one of the best.
Demolition Derby
Double Icon
Submitted by: Connie SchusterThe Federal Reserve Association Building located at 105 Washington Ave. was built in 1914. It has been on the National Register of Historic places since 2016. The library reflected in the glass doors compliments its beautiful architecture. These two buildings are the gateway into the downtown district.
Double Icon
Downtown talent
Submitted by: Stefanie TylerA great capture of the native roots of Oshkosh. Combining the history with a modern twist depicts Oshkosh’s desire for modern history. While this may be a newer work of art, it will hopefully be art history!
Downtown talent
Ducks, Menominee Park, Oshkosh, Wisconsin
Submitted by: Patricia E HansonA beautiful Sunrise over Lake Winnebago, with the wind making waves and moving the clouds. Birds were chirping, swimming, and flying. The air was fresh and clean. This is a happy place.
Ducks, Menominee Park, Oshkosh, Wisconsin
Elk through the fence
Submitted by: Karissa McDowellThe Menominee park zoo is an Oshkosh staple and these are their biggest residents! This was taken in March so they we’re really in their element with the snow.
Elk through the fence
Entrance to the River
Submitted by: Elizabeth FinchThis railroad bridge connects the Fox River to Lake Winnebago and is symbolic of “Oshkosh on the Water”. This bridge can be seen throughout much of the city
Entrance to the River
Foggy Winter Evening at Asylum Point
Submitted by: Kelly ReyerA sunset and fog make for beautiful colors at the Asylum Point lighthouse.
Foggy Winter Evening at Asylum Point
Good Morning George
Submitted by: Connie SchusterThis statue of George Washington has been an icon looking over Millers Bay since July 4th 1957. He has seen the seasons change and has weathered them all. In this picture he has caught the light of the sun rising on a beautiful autumn morning in September.
Good Morning George
Joy & Innocence
Submitted by: Joni GrollOshkosh provides so many moments of pure joy and simplicity to experience for all ages.
Joy & Innocence
Lion of the Library
Submitted by: John MarxThis is a photo of one of the lions by the front steps of the Oshkosh Public Library. They have been a symbol of the library and Oshkosh for many years. There are other copies of the lions around the city and people have enjoyed decorating them and taking their photos with them as souvenirs of their visit to the area.
Lion of the Library
Mark Habeck
Submitted by: Oshkosh SunriseOne can't think of Oshkosh without thinking about our natural waterways. This early morning January sunrise captures the Fox River, the distinct silhouette of an Oshkosh water tower, WIOUWASH trail, and UWO campus.
Mark Habeck
Morning in the Square
Submitted by: Beanie LittletonSince it's assembly in 2000, the Sundial, nestled in downtown's Opera Square Park, has been a prominent space for locals to gather and connect. Whether catching up with an old friend, meeting up with someone new, or attending one of Oshkosh's many festivities, the Sundial offers a striking, memorable, and accessible meeting ground. Pictured is a artistic view of the Sundial semi obscured by a tree. New Moon cafe and the jazz mural painted on it's south wall stand proudly in the distance. The dial face used as seating for passerbys gleams with morning light. Living in Oshkosh for over a decade, I view the Sundial as a comforting monument that exudes feelings of home. I wouldn't doubt that many Oshkosh residents feel the same.
Morning in the Square
Morning Run
Submitted by: Lisa WegnerFall in Oshkosh at it's finest. Running down 9th Ave Oct 23rd 2022.
Morning Run
My Hometown
Submitted by: Carol KlabundeTook this and had it made into a postcard to send to our grandkids
My Hometown
On the Maine Beach
Polk Library Butterfly
Submitted by: Mark HabeckNatural beauty abounds throughout Oshkosh, especially on the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh campus where butterfly gardens and native prairie habitats provide an oasis from city life.
Polk Library Butterfly
Punch and The Murder Monkeys
Submitted by: Patrick FraserPunch and The Murder Monkeys - Playing live during Oshkosh Art in The Alley @ Jambalaya. Oshkosh has a great music scene and moving here from Chicago and being a musician it is great to see so much music in this town.
Punch and The Murder Monkeys
Sailboats Sit Calmly in Miller's Bay
Submitted by: Jeane DroverThe sun rises over Miller's Bay in Oshkosh's Menominee Park. Sailboats have been stored here every summer for as long as I can remember.
Sailboats Sit Calmly in Miller's Bay
Stop the Car
Submitted by: Lisa RudolphPart of what makes Oshkosh a destination city in my opinion is it's waterways. They provide enviable fishing, boating, silent sports and of course, sunsets. Each time we travel away for the day, I try to time it so that we are crossing the Lake Butte Des Morts bridge at sunset and I have my camera ready for that iconic shot out the car window! I call them "Stop the Car" shots.
Stop the Car
Sunrise, Menominee Park, Oshkosh, Wisconsin
Submitted by: Patricia E HansonA beautiful Sunrise over Lake Winnebago, with the wind making waves and moving the clouds. Birds were chirping, swimming, and flying. The air was fresh and clean. This is a happy place.
Sunrise, Menominee Park, Oshkosh, Wisconsin
Sunset over the Fox
Submitted by: Kelly ReyerOshkosh is the City on the Water and this photo captures the beauty of the sun setting over the Fox River in downtown Oshkosh.
Sunset over the Fox
Symbolism and entertainment
Submitted by: Antonio AlexanderIt captures Oshkosh by telling the origins of this great city from its rich culture & entertainment the city brings to me it brings peace joy and happiness
Symbolism and entertainment
Time Tether
Submitted by: Claire Koepp“We need to stop at the fountain! We always stop there before we leave.”
Water seems to have a gravitational pull on children. If we are ever nearby the Opera House Square Sundial fountain, we cannot leave without stopping by to say hello. This regular practice is now an anchor of their childhood – tied to memories of Saturday mornings eating mini donuts at the farmers market and gathering with friends & family. It anchors warm core memories of this city, their home. When childhood is over, this Sundial will continue to be a tether back to this time in their lives – as I’m sure it will do similarly for many others.
Time Tether
Watching my Grandson Learn to Sail in Millers Bay
Submitted by: Jeane DroverI have watched my grandson learn to sail in Miller's Bay over several summers. This amazing sailing program is run through Oshkosh's Recreation Department and is a unique opportunity for area children.
Watching my Grandson Learn to Sail in Millers Bay
13-17 years old
Creating Iconic Chronicles
Submitted by: Hailey HardelThis image features photos I took for Agul Tong, a senior of the class of 2024 at Oshkosh North. For this piece, I blended together many pictures we took in the downtown area. In this image, beautiful features of our architecture are seen, representing Oshkosh's past. Also, multiple murals found in downtown Oshkosh are blended onto the image, representing Oshkosh's creative growth and path to a future of many more flourishing creative endeavors. The youth is undoubtedly going to bring an abundance of success and creative change to our city, so the fact that I used Agul's senior photos to create this image represents Oshkosh's future that our extraordinary and iconic youth will bring. The image is colorful, diverse, complex, and has more beauty to be found the more you observe it, just like our iconic city of Oshkosh!
Creating Iconic Chronicles
Glowing history
Submitted by: Stefanie TylerThe iconic Paine Art Center and Gardens has too many beautiful elements to capture. Stained glass not only captures the heart of an art enthusiast but also taps into the heart of many religious community members
Glowing history
Rustic Bridge
Submitted by: Joshua ZietlowThis rustic bridge shows Oshkosh through a new perspective and shows the beauty of old Oshkosh.
Rustic Bridge
Sunset at Ohio Street Bridge
Submitted by: Kathleen O’ConnorThis is a serene image of the Ohio Street bridge at sunset, highlighting a common piece of Oshkosh life. Many citizens cross this bridge every day, as it is one of three connections between the North and South sides of Oshkosh. Two parts of our city are divided by the Fox River, but united by a beautiful display of architecture. This bridge signifies oneness and the peacefulness maintained amongst a growing city. Birds and insects provide a contrasting natural soundscape for this site, encapsulating the duality of life in Oshkosh.
Sunset at Ohio Street Bridge
The shining F-22
Submitted by: Lillianna BergerI think this photo captures "Iconic Oshkosh" because it was taken at Airventure 2023 and people from around the U.S. come to see this amazing convention.
The shining F-22
‘On the Water’ Tower
Submitted by: Kathleen O’ConnorThis photo is a shot of the downtown Oshkosh water tower amidst fall foliage. The ‘on the water’ logo can be seen as a proud demonstration of one of our city’s most abundant natural resources. From the time of early settlement to now, water has always played a key role in the success and popularity of Oshkosh. This photo is a display of the cruciality of water to our city and appreciation toward our assets.
‘On the Water’ Tower
