Jack Carlson Photography

CBG Winter Photo Class Starts 2.18.15

The Serpentine Bridge in winter.

The Serpentine Bridge in winter.

 

The always popular Winter Photo Class begins on February 18 and runs 4 Wednesdays (9-12 noon). Capturing images of The Garden is always challenging at this time of year, so join us to learn the techniques and camera settings that are best for this season. Tripods are strongly encouraged, in addition to hats and mittens. Bring filters if you have them. Learn which ones to buy if you don’t. Either way, you’re certain to get some wonderful winter images.

A snowy Spider Island.

A snowy Spider Island.

Call 847.835.8261 to register for this class.

 

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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.