Jack Carlson Photography

Garden & Travel starts Friday, May 4, and there’s room for more students

Gross Point Lighthouse-a stop for the G & T class.

Garden & Travel Class begins tomorrow, May 4th. If you’re still considering it, don’t wait to enroll. We can make it happen either today or tomorrow since we meet at the garden. You won’t want to miss our special guest speakers who will provide an insight on the layout, planning and planting that makes the CBG such a special place! Our 2 off-property weeks will take us to the Gross Point Lighthouse in Evanston and the Historic Wagner Farm in Glenview. Of course our final meeting is at the garden to enjoy student images during (what else?) Browniefest. As always, there are 3 Ways to Register:
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

Just because you’ve filled the frame…

Too much light reduces interest. Like here.

There’s more to think about than just finding a frame-filling flower or any subject for that matter. Yes, I filled the frame by using a 190mm focal length, with an aperture of f8 (what else?) at 1/10 of a second shutter speed. Yes, the ISO was dialed down low (ISO 64) and the camera was on a tripod. So after having thought about all of that, why is this picture not a keeper? Because I didn’t check the light level that was bouncing off the flower so it’s really too hot (aka bright). Use the live view setting on your camera to assess the light, then dial it down if/when it’s too bright. Like here. See–Think–Act.

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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.