Jack Carlson Photography

A Hidden Treasure in Glenview

A friend told me about a very interesting (albeit small) arboretum that adjoins a park in Glenview, Il. Yesterday was fairly warm with intermittent sunny spells so I grabbed a camera and found the car keys which weren't as dusty as I expected them to be. I found the main entrance to the park but missed the target area until I pulled in. This is one of those "hiding in plain sight" areas that's … [Read more...]

NBC 5 runs crocus picture on Sunday night

Hi Everyone, Many thanks for your kind words about the picture that ran on the Channel 5 News at 10 pm last night (4.5). Wasn't certain that Pete Sack would actually use it so I didn't send a pre-watch notice. Spending time strolling around the yard looking for more photo subjects and I'd encourage you to do the same.  Wouldn't it be nice to have another class before the year is … [Read more...]

DIY Challenge #5: Shoot birds but beak careful

The easiest way to do this is when there's a bird feeder within range of your camera. Just set the camera on a tripod, and fill the frame with the feeder. Use auto focus on the feeding station, then lock in the focus by changing it to manual. To fill the frame with the feeder as the subject, use the longest focal length you own. This could help you determine whether (or not) you could use more … [Read more...]

DIY Challenge #5 — Indoor Flash

DIY Photo Challenge # 5--Flash Jack Carlson, Photography Instructor jack@jackcarlsonphotos.com When using any type of flash (in camera or external) remember to change the White Balance to Flash. Don’t rely on “AWB”. Light from a flash tube—either in-camera or external—can be softened by using a bounce card.  One can easily be made by using a rubber band to attach a white paper or index … [Read more...]

New Website Tab: The DIY Challenge

There's a new tab on the website: DIY  Challenge. Each week, I'll be suggesting assignments that you can do in and around your house, condo or apartment. Attach both images to an email and send it to me if you would like my thoughts on your pictures. There's no charge for any of this, and you can enroll by just sending pictures to me. While Browniefests will remain virtual until classes at … [Read more...]

DIY Challenge #4– Reflections (3.28.20)

DIY Photo Challenge # 4 Reflections Jack Carlson, Photography Instructor jack@jackcarlsonphotos.com These times, when we’re all confined under what seems rather like house arrest, there’s still a great photo opportunity that’s in your neighborhood--especially given the current  state of many roads. Look for the images that are reflected in the pools of water near the edge of the … [Read more...]