Macro and Close-Up Photography on a Budget (May 11)

Dates: May 11, 2024

Meetings: Saturday, 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM CST

Location: Online Zoom Classroom

Cost: $85 (HCP members receive a 10% discount)

Instructor: Laszlo Perlaky

Skill Level: Open to All Levels

This informative and inspirational workshop introduces students to new techniques and tools for close-up and macro (extreme close-up) photography using inexpensive lenses (on DSLR or mirrorless cameras), point-and-shoot cameras, or smartphones. Participants will learn how to photograph with a normal lens in combination with various close-up filters, magnifiers, or plastic lenses while reviewing compositions and controlling exposures. Students will receive a historic overview of close-up photography, demonstrations of set-ups and techniques, and a critique of images discussing technical, compositional, and artistic aspects.

Objectives:

• Review standard macro and close-up photography equipment (cameras and lenses)

• Learn how to creatively use inexpensive alternatives, including close-up filters, extension tubes, reversing and coupling rings, focusing rail, and much more 

• Get creative with controlling natural light using inexpensive plastic objects, reflective foils, black boxes, and flashlights

• Improve your understanding of light metering leading to better exposures

• Discuss aesthetic and technical considerations of image-making 

Prerequisites: None

Course Prep: 

Please have your camera and lens at your disposal as well as a notepad and pen. Students must know how to take screenshots of their computer screens in advance of taking this course.