Jack Carlson Photography

Just back from a few days away from the Camera Clubhouse

Yes, even in Spain, some people still use CAMERAS.

That’s right–I’m just back from a trip that was actually booked in October of ’23. There were times when thinking about this trip to Spain, I wasn’t certain my foot and cane would be my friend. All worked out fairly well, and  I am now convinced more than ever that most of life is the same in any postcode. It just happens earlier in other times zones.

p.s. The Doc Nature class is GO! It begins next Saturday at the CBG. Openings are still available so why not grab your DSLR or Mirrorless CAMERA and join us.

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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.