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The Grove Presents a new Autumn Color class

August 18, 2014

Ever been to a photo class in a restored 1856 family home? Join us for the new Autumn Color Class which will meet in the library of the Kennicott House at The Grove. This national historic landmark site is composed of over 6 miles of trails that are just waiting to be photographed. The buildings range from an 1840’s log cabin to The Redfield  Manor House from 1929. There’s such a vast range of photo subjects that this class will meet from 9 – 12 noon on 3 Saturdays beginning September 27. To register, visit the Glenview Park District website, at www.glenviewparks.org.

The National Historic Kennicott House

The National Historic Kennicott House

Log cabin at The Grove in early winter.

Log cabin at The Grove in early winter.

The 1929 Redfield House in spring

The 1929 Redfield House in spring

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Weekly Photo Tip

Get an Infrared Filter to create snow

 

Infra-red filter creates eerie snow effect.

Magnus, the faithful camera clubhouse cat, thoughtfully dropped a B+H gift card in my Christmas stocking. I used the card to order an Infrared (IR) filter which, as you will remember knocks out all wavelengths of light below the filter rating. In this case, all light below 930nm doesn’t make it through the filter, and the wavelengths that do make it require 2 1/2 minutes of exposure time. This filter is so dark red, the composing and focusing must be done before the filter is attached to the front of the lens. In addition to a tripod and ballhead, it helps to have gloves and a mug of some type of warm liquid to keep hands and insides warm while walking around behind the camera for those 150 seconds while the shutter is open.

IR filters come in varying strengths which affect the price. Mine wasn’t priced in the low-end promo department, but the effects it creates are both enjoyable and worth the price. Get one and see for yourself.

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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.

Upcoming Classes

Jul 9
8:00 am - 11:00 am

Waterlily Workshop-back at CBG by popular demand-Saturday, July 9

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