I noticed yesterday that a few crocus have popped their petals above ground so there was only one thing to do: grab a camera and a bit of gear and head to the blooming flower field. You gear people have, no doubt, begun to wonder about the lens and settings so here they are. Lens: 70-180 macro zoom. It's been discontinued for some years, but is my macro. While it's considered to be slow … [Read more...]
Signs of Spring = Signs of Spring
Until now, I've been quite involved in researching, writing and shooting for two new classes which is why this old website hasn't been updated for some time. Classes are now quite thin until April, so here I am back at the site.Had a moment to walk around the old camera clubhouse yesterday and actually found/saw some crocuses that have popped up about 1/2 inch. Did I have a camera with me … [Read more...]
Winter Tips from the Smart Gardener
February 2021 Smart Gardener: Winter PhotographyBy Nina KoziolThe winter landscape, freed from its summer splendor, may appear bare and forlorn to some, but for those who take the time to stroll around the Garden, there are wonders to contemplate—and to photograph. Birds, berries, branches and bark. Shadows and frost. Interesting seed pods, patches of moss in the woods, lichen … [Read more...]
Winter Contrasts Class Syllabus
Hi Everyone, Several people have emailed questions about the content of this class since it's (a) new and (b) in winter. Because it's new, more time than usual has been required for me to get the final form together. I have it finished so here's the syllabus. Please join us if you can--new classes are always great fun! There are 3 Ways to Register 1. Call: Customer Service: (847) 835-6801, Main: … [Read more...]
2022: A year to find new ways for happiness
I've been wondering about new ways to add happiness to my life in this new year and it's just now occurred to me: think small. I'll be concentrating on things that … [Read more...]
My 2022 New Year’s Resolution: Shoot Film
I (very) recently learned that Igor, my friend and master printer/owner of the VIP Photo/Video Lab in Park Ridge, IL (www.Vipprolabandvideo.com) processes and prints 120 film in addition to digital and 35mm. Since I just happen to (still) have a medium format camera here at the olde camera clubhouse, I ordered some print film from B+H. Yes, shooting film will certainly raise the "shoot … [Read more...]