Jack Carlson Photography

Winter Class set for The Grove, National Historic Landmark Site

The 1853 Kennicott House on a bright winter morning.The Grove is a National Historic Landmark site in Glenview. The large house that’s visible from Milwaukee Avenue is just the tip of the wonderful buildings and trails that are just waiting to be explored. Learn more about this iconic landmark site (and your camera) by joining us for the new Bare Bones of Winter photo class on 2 Sunday mornings from 9 – 12 noon.  February 21 and 28 will find us in the Kennicott House for a veritable time-trip that’s certain to justify getting up and out even on a winter Sunday. Each class begins with  coffee, powerpoints and handouts. Then it’s outside to capture images of both the houses and grounds of this natural treasure. The Grove is a facility of the Glenview Park District.

For Details and To Enroll: Send an email  to the Program Supervisor:  Kris.VanVorhiss@glenviewparks.org

 

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Weekly Photo Tip

Bright Light and Melting Snow Shots

Don’t leaf good subjects in the snow.

Even though it may be melting, the snow that’s still around the Carlson Camera Clubhouse is acting like a giant white board when it comes to reflecting light. When set to either A (or Av) or S (Tv), the camera’s light meter may want to shut down a bit since it’s only goal is to even out the light in any scene. If your snow shots are looking a bit gray they are either (very) old monochrome snaps or under-exposed newer images. What’s to do? Remember your old friend , the exposure compensation setting. You may be lucky enough to have a +/- button on the camera body which you can press then turn the thumb wheel to add or subtract light in 1/3 stop increments. If no button, look for light or exposure adjustments in the camera’s menu where you can find, then change the light level.

Remember this old bromide: When it’s bright, Add Light. No, I didn’t come up with that line, but I continue to perpetuate its use. You should, too.              

Also, remember to shoot BEFORE action happens to capture movement in the frame. Once you see it, then push the button, it’s too late.

Shoot before you see it drop.

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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.