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Save-the-Date Class Listings

October 31, 2017

How many pumpkins do you have?

  

HI Everyone,

We’ve scheduled classes that are certain to expand your photographic skills while providing at least a bit of a challenge. Think of this list as a “SAVE THE DATE” card since these classes aren’t yet open for registration.

FAQ’s about Classes

Q: Why are there no classes listed for November, 2017?

A: All the October starts spill over into November so there’s no room left.

Q: What accounts for the almost 2-month gap (Dec. 7 – Feb. 10) between classes?

A: The instructor is having his left knee replaced.

Q: When will I be able to register for these classes?

A: Keep checking out the CBG website. When you see them there, it’s go time.

Q: Will any of the December classes have a Browniefest?

A: Sorry.

NEW! Natural Beauty at Home and Beyond

Jack’s Photo Exhibition opens December 3 at Trailside Nature Center

Exciting News! I’m having my first-ever photo exhibition at the Trailside Nature Center in River Forest. The exhibit opens on Sunday, December 3rd with a reception from 1 – 3 pm. The collection will include many images from my personal library that have never been on display.  Please join us.

2017 December Classes

 

Photographing Wonderland Express Sun., Dec. 3, 8 – 10 a.m.
Photographing Wonderland Express Wed., Dec. 6 , 8 – 10 a.m.
Photographing Tips: Choosing and Using the Correct Lens Sat., Dec. 9,  9 a.m. – noon
Capturing the Holiday Lights – Beginner Tues., Dec. 5, 6 – 9 p.m. 
Capturing the Holiday Lights – Intermediate Thurs., Dec. 7, 6 – 9 p.m. 
 2018 Winter Classes

Composition in Landscape Photography

 

5 Sat., Feb. 10 – Mar. 10, 9 a.m. – noon  

Beginning Digital Photography Feb.

Photographing Winter Sunsets

 

16 – Mar. 9 9-12 noon

2 Sun., Feb. 18 & 25, 4 – 6 p.m.

Photography Tips & Tools: Flash Sun., Feb. 25,  noon – 3 p.m.
Photographing Orchids 3 Tues., Feb. 27 – Mar. 13, 8 – 11 a.m.
Photographing Orchids 3 Sun.,  Mar. 4 – 18, 8 – 11 a.m.

 

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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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