Jack Carlson Photography

Orchid Show Time at CBG

Just some of the orchids waiting to be photographed.

Preparations are fully underway for the 2019 Orchid Show at the Chicago Botanic Garden. In fact this year’s show

In the Tropics runs from February 9 – March 24, 2019 and is open most days from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. We’re running 2 orchid show photo classes this year to make it easy for everyone to join us before the show opens to the public. Learn ways to light flowers in addition to focusing and composing tips that will delight you and everyone who sees your images.

Sunday Class: Feb 24 – March 10 (3 Sundays) 8-11 am   Tuesday Class: Feb 26 – March 12 (3 Tuesdays) 8-11 am.

As you may know, there are 3 Ways to Register
1. Call 847.835.8261
2. Visit www.chicagobotanic.org/education
3. Membership and Info Desk staff are now able to take registrations during periods of relative calm.

 

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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.