Jack Carlson Photography

Second Orchid Class Starts Feb. 22 at CBG

Due to overwhelming demand, another Orchids Class will begin February 22 at the Chicago Botanic Garden. The class will meet on three Mondays, Feb. 22-29 and March 7 from 8-11:30 am. Both classes will be very experiential in that students will review their  images from the Orchid Show immediately upon returning to the classroom. Lots of photo time and info in these Orchid Classes so call 847.835.8261 today.

Still time to enroll in the Orchids class.

Still time to enroll in the Orchids class.

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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.