In this class, students will learn the principles of color landscape photography, including composition, light, and camera settings. With two online sessions and a field session on the grounds of The Morton Arboretum, students will have the opportunity to practice under the guidance of their instructor, learn from one another, and get feedback on their work.
This program includes two live online sessions and one on-site session at the Arboretum.
Instructor: Mike Baker, professional photographer
Health and Safety: Program participants must abide by the Arboretum’s health and safety guidelines. Guidelines are subject to change, so please check back frequently.
Age: 16 and older
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Mike Baker, professional photographer
Mike Baker is an award-winning and published fine art photographer based in the Chicago area. He began his photographic adventures while in the United States Air Force, stationed in Berlin, Germany, merely to document his travels throughout Europe. Since then, he has developed a keen eye for travel, landscapes, and cityscape photography. His approach to photography can be best described as “elevating the ordinary.” He takes what many would deem ordinary subjects and makes them extraordinary as he searches for distinguishing patterns, shapes, light, and shadow. His specialties include creating imagery in monochrome (black and white).
His work has been exhibited in art galleries and shows, published in coffee table books and magazines, and has won awards in international competitions. His work has also been added to private collections and he continues to create new work and share his passion for photography via presentations and photographic workshops.
Thursday, November 3, 2022, 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.: Attend live session online.
Saturday, November 5, 2022, 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.: Attend in person at the Arboretum, Parking Lot 29.
Thursday, November 10, 2022, 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.: Attend live session online.
