Jack Carlson Photography

CBG Wednesday Intro Photo Class needs Students

The Wednesday edition of the CBG Beginning Photo Class could use a few more students. The class is set for March 25. If you know someone that has more questions than answers about camera controls and settings, pass the word about this class. We’ll meet on 4 Wednesday mornings from 9-12. What a great time to be at the Chicago Botanic Garden–especially now that the snow is on the way out. Who knows what fine photo subjects we’ll find? Take the mystery out of camera menus and buttons.

 

Let your interest blossom--take a class.

Let your interest blossom–take a class.

Call 847-835.8261 to register or visit www.chicagobotanic.org/adult education.

Beginning Digital Photography

March 25-April 22 (No April 15 class due to Antiques & Garden Faire)

9-12 noon

Plant Science Lab

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Weekly Photo Tip

Filters can make a difference

18mm, f8 @ 1/30, no filter

18mm, f8 @ 1/80 with 3-stop ND Grad

I received a 3-stop, soft-edge ND grad filter from the Camera Clubhouse cats. They decided to purchase from Breakthrough Photography since I mentioned that one of my students brought Breakthrough Filters to a recent class and, on inspection, the filters seemed to be very well made. An ND Grad filter starts dark and fades to clear so the placement of the dark portion is determined by both the bright part of the scene and the photographer. This filter made quite a difference in holding down the sun in the upper part of the image. Check out the “no-filter” image and ND Grad image. The difference will amaze you. Please note: I have no affiliation with Breakthrough Photography and chose them only based on student referral. 

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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.