Jack Carlson Photography

New Levels of Creativity in Composition Class

Got 5 Wednesday mornings and a camera? Then this is your class. Beginning January 18, we’ll explore the 5 basic elements of composition and have a fun time doing it. Using the 3 CBG greenhouses as our base, each week we’ll concentrate on one of the basics: depth-of-field, texture, patterns, symmetry and lines. No special equipment needed–just bring a desire to learn. Remember: there are brownies just waiting to be baked.

Composition in Landscape Photography, January 18 – February 15 (5 Wednesdays), 9-12noon

Now, there are 3 convenient ways to register:

  1. Call 847.835.8261   2. Visit www.chicagobotanic.org/adulted  
  2. Enroll at the Info Desk in the Visitor Center.

In this class you’ll take time to see the light.

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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.