Jack Carlson Photography

Autumn Wall Class on for Oct. 1 & 8

Student demand creates the Wall Class-Autumn Edition. You asked, we listened and were able to schedule another trip to both sides of the garden wall.

We’re going back to the wall with Asst. Horticulturalist (and our good friend) Dave Cantwell. Dave is in charge of the entire wall so he will be able to direct us to the sites that are most photo-worthy.  This time, we’ll be exploring the wall from 1-4 pm to take advantage of the west light on the outside planting beds that look great in autumn colors.

Class size limited to just 16 students so sign up early. This is another class you won’t want to miss! To Register: Call 847.835.8261 or go online to //www.chicagobotanic.org/education/adulted

July Wall Class students on a perfect morning.

Wall Class students on a perfect July morning.

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Weekly Photo Tip

Watch that flash!

I was recently at a holiday party and decided to photograph some of the guests with the camera I carry when I don’t want to carry a camera. It’s a fixed-lens (35mm equiv. focal length) with a built-in flash that’s directly over the lens. The light from the flash goes directly into the subject’s eyes and creates the dreaded Red-Eye (aka retinal bounce.) Ask your subjects to look slightly down or a bit away from the camera so your pictures won’t look like this one.

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About Jack

A classically trained musician since childhood, Jack Carlson always had the “ear” of an artist. It was only a short step to develop the artist’s “eye” as well.

The portfolio of this certified photographer reveals images that emphasize mood and composition. Their purpose is to present a feeling in addition to portrayal of person, place or thing. Sometimes that feeling is nostalgia; other times it is serenity.

Each photograph tells a story.