Jack Carlson Photography

Summer Sunsets Class is GO!

Great news: The new (Photographing) Summer Sunsets class will begin on July 23.

Learn how to create in-camera sun-stars.

Learn how to create in-camera sun-stars.

From 6:30-9:30 on 4 Wednesday evenings, we’ll be creating sun stars in the camera, using shadows as lead lines, and over-exposing for effect. Some openings remain, so why not join us to learn more about capturing images in these challenging light levels. Call 847.835.8261 to register.

Pastel-soft colors created by setting sun.

Pastel-soft colors created by setting sun.

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Weekly Photo Tip

Watch that flash!

I was recently at a holiday party and decided to photograph some of the guests with the camera I carry when I don’t want to carry a camera. It’s a fixed-lens (35mm equiv. focal length) with a built-in flash that’s directly over the lens. The light from the flash goes directly into the subject’s eyes and creates the dreaded Red-Eye (aka retinal bounce.) Ask your subjects to look slightly down or a bit away from the camera so your pictures won’t look like this one.

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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.