Chicago Botanic Garden Fall 2019

52 To register, visit chicagobotanic.org/education or call (847) 835-6801. Focusing on Nature: Annual Student Photography Exhibition September 27 – October 13 Opening Reception Thursday, September 26, 6 – 8 p.m. Joutras Gallery, Regenstein Center Photographing the Garden With 27 gardens, nine islands, six miles of shoreline, and natural areas spread across 385 acres, the Chicago Botanic Garden is a dream and a challenge for photographers. Discover places and techniques for creating captivat- ing images, review compositional ideas, and explore how to capture the essence of the Garden. Then, put your knowledge to work photographing the Garden. Paul Lucas, nature photographer and instructor $79/$99 | Lakeside Room, Visitor Center 2 Saturdays, September 28 & October 5, 8:30 – 11 a.m. iPhone Photography There are hundreds of photography apps available for iPhones, and many have similar features. This class will explore some of the better-known apps along with instruction on use for nature photography. We will go over the basics of iPhone photography along with fieldwork. Examine the photos taken during class and learn how to enhance, manipulate, or alter them. iPhones are mandatory. Tobin Fraley, photographer $99/$124 | Classroom 4, Learning Center 3 Tuesdays, November 12 – 26, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. New! How to Buy a Camera Have you been thinking about buying a digital camera but find it confusing? Remove the mystery by exploring features, sizes, and price points of many levels and brands of cameras. Whether you haven’t taken a picture since film days or are completely new to the hobby, all are welcome and no camera is required. Jack Carlson, certified professional photographer $49/$62 | Plant Science Lab, Regenstein Center Sunday, December 1, 9 a.m. – noon Capturing the Holiday Lights December nights are perfect for making outdoor holiday lights come alive. Begin with a review of camera settings and image-framing concepts, then proceed outside to photograph the festive color. Review and discuss the newly captured images. Learn how to transform your photo into holiday cards. Digital cameras only. A tripod and shutter release are strongly recommended. Jack Carlson, certified professional photographer $49/$62 | Plant Science Lab, Regenstein Center For beginning photography students: Tuesday, December 3, 6 – 9 p.m. For experienced photography students: Tuesday, December 10, 6 – 9 p.m. Focus on Photography Certificate of Merit Program Certificate classes are open to all, as long as prerequisites have been met. For details, visit chicagobotanic.org/certificate. 2019 Certificate Programs Graduation If you will be completing your certificate pro- gram by the end of 2019, you must register for graduation no later than Tuesday, December 17, at chicagobotanic.org/certificate. Ceremony is Friday, January 24. Lightroom 1 Lightroom 1 is a wonder tool for organizing and editing images. We will begin by down- loading images from your camera, naming folders, backing up your work, and importing them into Lightroom. This workflow system allows you to locate and develop images into collections for emailing, printing, or other proj- ects. A personal laptop with Adobe Lightroom CC is required for all classes. FPC requirement Dianne Kittle, fine art photographer $343/$429 | Classroom 5, Learning Center 7 Fridays, September 27 – November 22, 9:30 a.m. – noon (no classes November 8 & 15) Photography