No matter where you are in this country, we all celebrate the 4th of July in some form. Whether it's a parade, a cookout or just hanging out with family/friends, this is one day we should just enjoy. I've added fireworks shots to the opening slide show. The best way to photograph them is with a tripod for your camera, f8, manual focus set to infinity, and Bulb mode for shutter speed. That's the … [Read more...]
Intermediate Photo Class needs only one more student to run
Ok, I've just learned that we can run the Intermediate class if just one more (at least) person enrolls. This class begins on Saturday, July 8 and runs for 6 weeks until August 12. All classes meet at the Chicago Botanic Garden from 9 -- 12 noon. To register, visit www.chicagobotanic.org/adulted. Then scroll down to photography. Just think, you will have your own small-group private lesson. … [Read more...]
Around the 4th of July, it’s time to get out with your camera
I know, it's been some time since I updated my site. Many things have popped up which kept me away from the keyboard and you probably know what it's like to play Wack-a-Mole. That said, I'll be spending more time here in the camera clubhouse in the immediate future. I'll be providing some tips for 4th of July pictures including what makes interesting subjects in a parade and how to shoot … [Read more...]
Here’s a new DIY Challenge
Let's say you have some unplanned time coming up soon. Then let's say you have a camera with a close-focusing lens. Sounds like the run-up to a good time, right? Well what would be an interesting, yet challenging subject to photograph? Out of everything you may have thought of, what I'm about to propose probably didn't make the cut and won't appear on your list of suggestions. Here it is: Look for … [Read more...]
B&B Enrollment hits Max Cap but hope remains
Just received word that our annual Photographing Butterflies and Blooms Class has reached the max enrollment of 16 students. But wait--there's still hope for those of you who didn't enroll in time. Let's start a wait list and run another section of B&B if enough students are on the list. I can't promise that it will happen, but you know the old bromide: Nothing ventured, Nothing gained. This … [Read more...]
Composition Class is Good to Go Online June 29
I've just learned that the Composition Class has enough students to run. It begins June 29 and runs through July 27 from 6:30-8:30 pm on Zoom. Each week we will explore one of the 5 elements of photographic composition. Your choice of photo venues is quite unlimited which adds to the enjoyment of using your camera. The class is limited to DSLR or mirrorless cameras. To enroll, visit … [Read more...]