Jack Carlson Photography

Lightscape 2020 — Great Visual Experience

Recently I went to the Chicago Botanic Garden to see this year's version of Lightscape. Yes, it was worth the investment of both time and money to get a ticket. Then strolling around the revised and revamped route to see what  new visual delights waited around the bend made it all worthwhile. Get there whenever your schedule permits--just book a time, grab your mask, camera and go. For times, … [Read more...]

Reserve your time to visit LIGHTSCAPE at the CBG

Get on line to reserve your time/date to visit Lightscape,  the walk-through colorful experience that opens soon. Here are the details: Lightscape November 13, 2020 – January 3, 2021 (select dates) 4:30 – 10 p.m. / 4:30 – 11 p.m. select Fridays & Saturdays Closed Nov. 26, Dec. 24 & 25 Tripods or other forms of camera support are not permitted in the Lightscape area. … [Read more...]

Still space in on-site classes

Trees Class  Photographing Trees, 5 Saturdays, October 10 – November 7, 2020, 9 a.m. – noon We will be looking for bits of autumn color in addition to texture and symmetry. Why not help yourself to some great seasonal color--and fun. There are 3 openings as I write this, so why not join us. To register for this class, call Customer Service: (847) 835-6801,  Main: (847) 835-5440, Member: … [Read more...]

5 Students needed for 9.16 Japanese Island Class at CBG

Here's great news: We're going to run a 2nd section of Photographing the Japanese Islands--if 5 or more people let me know they will enroll in the class. Dates are: September 16-23-30, from 9-12 noon at the Chicago Botanic Garden. Once you've decided to join us, send a note to me at the usual: jack@jackcarlsonphotos.com. When we have at least 5 students, the school and registration staff will add … [Read more...]

Darien Garden Club hosts Zoom Meeting on 9.8

I'm honored to have been asked by the Darien Garden Club to be the speaker at their September meeting. It's now going to be held on Zoom so why not join us. Visit dariengardenclub.com for details and the invitation. Plan to sign on about 6:45 pm so you will be ready for the 7 pm meeting. A wonderful evening will be had by all since there are new handouts and 2 powerpoint presentations just … [Read more...]