Photographing Wildflower Landscapes

Class Description

Whether using a film or digital, a point-and-shoot or advanced SLR camera, this class is designed to help any photographer take better photos of wildflowers and the landscapes in which they grow. Students will see photographic principles illustrated with “before and after” photos, and will have a chance to put these principles to work during a daylong hike to one of Portland’s premier wildflower destinations. The class will conclude with a gentle critique of student photos.

Course Objectives:

· Provide students with several concrete tips for taking better photographs.

· Encourage students to try new approaches and techniques.

· Give students a change to try different equipment (filters, diffusers & reflectors, tripods, etc.) without having to purchase it

· Offer individualized suggestions through a gentle critique of student photos.

Format:

· Dates coming soon.

*specific hike subject to change depending on wildflower blooming conditions

Cost: $60/person

Cost Includes:

· In-class instruction and handouts

· Film and processing; or digital processing and transfer

· Use of a variety of equipment the day of the hike

· Review of Saturday’s photos and constructive, but gentle, critique of photos

Students Must Provide:

· Basic photographic equipment

· Lunch and transportation the day of hike

Class Size: Minimum 6; maximum 12

Topics to Be Covered:

· Improving General Composition:

o types of landscape photographs,

o editing photos of extraneous details,

o changing orientation and perspective,

o getting the most from flower close-ups

· Technical Details

o Understanding and maximizing depth of field

o Light and optimizing less than optimal lighting condition.

· Two Secret Weapons for Better Photos

Instructor:

Jessica Sall has been an avid photographer for over 25 years. She received formal education in photography as a journalism student. Most recently her plant and garden photos have been published in a variety of newspapers, trade magazines and organizational marketing materials.