Jack Carlson Photography

Beginning Photo Class set for Monday Oct. 11–at CBG

Autumn colors waiting to be photographed.

Got camera questions? Want to get some wonderful autumn-color pictures? Well then, we have the perfect class for you. It’s Beginning Digital Photography that meets at the Chicago Botanic Garden from 9-12 noon on 4 Monday mornings beginning October 11. Don’t worry if you have a camera but no idea how it works because in this class we assume that you have no prior knowledge. Just remember to charge the camera’s battery before class and be certain to bring ti to class with you. That’s it! You’ll receive handouts during the week that you can read before class to prepare for the week ahead. Once in class, we will discuss the topic(s), watch powerpoints and then go out into the garden to practice using our cameras. It’s a great time–especially during autumn, so tell your friends to join us. They will thank you later. Note: Class is limited to DSLR or Mirrorless cameras, please.

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Weekly Photo Tip

Get an Infrared Filter to create snow

 

Infra-red filter creates eerie snow effect.

Magnus, the faithful camera clubhouse cat, thoughtfully dropped a B+H gift card in my Christmas stocking. I used the card to order an Infrared (IR) filter which, as you will remember knocks out all wavelengths of light below the filter rating. In this case, all light below 930nm doesn’t make it through the filter, and the wavelengths that do make it require 2 1/2 minutes of exposure time. This filter is so dark red, the composing and focusing must be done before the filter is attached to the front of the lens. In addition to a tripod and ballhead, it helps to have gloves and a mug of some type of warm liquid to keep hands and insides warm while walking around behind the camera for those 150 seconds while the shutter is open.

IR filters come in varying strengths which affect the price. Mine wasn’t priced in the low-end promo department, but the effects it creates are both enjoyable and worth the price. Get one and see for yourself.

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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.