Jack Carlson Photography

Intermediate Photo Classes Start Nov. 19 and 22

Intermediate Photo classWednesday or Saturday mornings will find students learning about lead-lines, framing and other ways to put a new, creative perspective in the images they capture. If the Intro classes are all about how to drive your car, the Intermediate classes answer the “where should we go?” question. Each of the 4 meetings of these 9-12 noon classes will find us exploring different parts of The Garden. It’s great fun, so just call 847.835.8261 to register. November 19-December 17 (no class 11.26) 4 Wednesdays or November 22- December 20 (no class 11.29)

9 am — 12 noon

Helping a student during recent 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.