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

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.