Jack Carlson Photography

Exploring Thatcher Woods–with Cameras–July 7

Trailside Nature Museum in River Forest

You won’t want to miss this one day only chance to explore the Thatcher Woods. We’ll begin with an introductory powerpoint in the Trailside Nature Museum which is actually an 1877 Victorian mansion is a marvel unto itself and worth exploring.  Then will cover some photo basics before meandering down one of the many trails around the ponds that lead to the DesPlaines River. Water levels are currently quite high so be ready to capture really unusual images.

Wherever you sit, keep your camera dry.

This is a Chicago Botanic Garden class that will meet at the Trailside Nature Center, 738 Thatcher Ave
River Forest, IL.
There are 3 ways to register for this class:
1. Call 847.835.8261
2. Visit www.chicagobotanic.org/education
3. Membership and Info Desk staff are now able to take registrations during periods of relative calm

 

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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.