coffee-shop class #6: all about flare

... well, not really.

however, lens flare can be one of those 'happy misteaks' that can add drama and impact to your photography. while getting good images with natural sun flare isn't rocket science, did you know you can still get a similar effect after sunset or even indoors (like a wedding reception)? seriously.

in the next coffee-shop class, we'll discuss some good/bad ways of dealing with lens flare including: how get it the natural way and then how to create your own flare using a single off-camera flash (sans photoshop, of course :)

does removing your hood or filter increase or reduce your chances of getting flare? the answer may not be what you'd expect! we'll talk about the theory before putting it to practice using various lighting scenarios.

who: those wanting to learn more and play with lens flare created by both natural and artificial light sources

when: wednesday, june 25, 2008 from 7:00 - 9:00 pm (we'll do about 45 minutes inside, and the rest outside shooting and experimenting). plan on staying as long as you can to shoot in the "magic hour of light."

where: paris on the platte, 1553 platte street #102, denver, CO 80202, MAP. the coffee shop serves a variety of food & drinks and is located one block east of the denver rei downtown and walking distance from the 16th mall and rtd lightrail. on-street parking available, so bring quarters. we'll continue to explore the neighborhood after sunset.

why: to teach and learn and have fun, plus an opportunity to network with other denver photographers

cost: *free*

what to bring: camera and an assortment of lenses and a single off-camera flash/strobe

RSVP: in the comments section of the blog below. class size limited to 10.

homework: bring some samples of your own work using flare to share with the group (either digital or prints).
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to learn more about the kern-photo 'coffee-shop class,' click HERE.
if you are lost, call r. j. kern of kern-photo at 303.474.0983.