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Macro Seminar is GO for this Sunday, June 27 at CBG

June 22, 2021

Macro Seminar: Frame-filling fun.

Yes, you read that right. The June 27 Macro Seminar is go at the Chicago Botanic Garden. We will meet at 9 am in Classroom 4 of the Learning Center. Park in Lot 5 or 6, then walk over to the building. Don’t go thru the Visitor Center or you’ll miss us.  What follows are some FAQs that should answer most, if not all of your questions. To register for this fun-filled one-off seminar, visit www.chicagobotanic.org/adulted. Then scroll down to photography.

 FAQ’s

Q:  Will I need a tripod for the seminar?

A:  A tripod will not be 100% necessary but bring yours if you have one .

Q: I have other lenses in addition to a macro. Shall I bring them?

A:  Yes—they will be good for comparing image sizes.

Q: My lens says “macro” but I’m not convinced that it is. Will it work for close-ups?

A:  Bring the lens to class. The definition of “macro” and close-up have changed.

Q:  Can I use close-up filters or extension tubes instead of a macro lens?

A:  Certainly! Bring them to class.

Q: What are close-up filters and extension tubes?

A: You’ll find out on Sunday, June 27.

Q: Will I receive information on which macro lens I should consider purchasing?

A: Yes.

Q: I would like to purchase a macro lens. How much should I spend?

A:  That decision can be made only by you and your banker. Especially if you don’t live alone.

 

 

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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.

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