Jack Carlson Photography

The Rose Workshop filling fast–don’t wait to register

Lean how to add just enough light.

It’s new and promises to be a wonderful Saturday morning. Yes, the new Rose Garden Workshop on Saturday, June 29 is about to sell out. Max Cap enrollment is 16 and we’re nearly there. We’ll be in the CBG Rose Garden practicing shutter and aperture changes in morning light. Even though I don’t sell them, tripods are strongly encouraged since they hold your camera without complaint while you compose the shot. To register, visit www.chicagobotanic.org/adulted. Then scroll down to the Photographing Roses. Class meets on only one Saturday, June 29, from 8 – 11 am. As always, class is limited to DSLR or Mirrorless cameras. No phones or pads, please.

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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.