The class will meet at The MARC, where the first half hour will be instructional. You'll then go to the Taste, where you'll have the best vantage point possible to shoot fireworks atop a nearby building. Learn how to capture dramatic high-quality images of the Twin Cities' dark side from one of the area's foremost night photographers. The first three sessions will be in the field, the fourth class will be a review session wherein the instructor will critique students' work. Students are also responsible for their own film.
Slide film is recommended to expedite the review process.
Infrared photos also provide a stunning base for hand coloring. You'll learn the basics of this intriguing, unpredictable medium including film, filters, exposure, focus and darkroom development. You'll need to provide a 35mm camera with manual focus capability. Basic knowledge of 35mm cameras and darkroom processing is recommended. The class includes a field trip to a local park.