Macro Intensive Program

Discover the world around us that is typically unseen to the human eye!

Join Nick Sinnott for an Intensive program on Macro Photography + Drips, Drops & Illusions!

During this class, you will be photographing the Macro details of flowers, crystals, ice, water drops, insects, plus more.  

Class Requirements (General)

• Have a firm understanding of exposure and your camera.  If you have any questions contact: nick@chicagophotoclasses.com
• DSLR or Mirrorless Camera
• Once registered, Nick will have a one-to-one conversation prior to the class to talk to you about your gear.
• Generally, no Macro lens needed.  If you own a Macro lens, great, we will certainly use it.  If you just have a 50mm lens, that will work as well, you’ll just need to purchase a set of Extension Tubes (about $40).
• Tripod or other camera stabilization (Platypod), either is required.
• Cable Shutter Release (Preferred) or IR Shutter Release

General Outline of the Class

• Monday (Day 1): Introductions and Equipment Discussion.
  • Lecture
  • Lab (Active Shooting)
  • Lunch (Provided)
  • Photo Processing Lab (Lightroom / Photoshop)
  • Photo Printing Session
• Tuesday (Day 2): Depth of Field and Focus Stacking
  • Lecture
  • Lab (Active Shooting)
  • Lunch (Provided)
  • Photo Processing Lab (Lr, Ps & Helicon Focus)
  • Photo Printing Session
• Wednesday (Day 3): Water Drop Refractions, Lighting
  • Lecture
  • Lab (Active Shooting)
  • Lunch (Provided)
  • Photo Processing Lab (Lr, Ps & Helicon)
  • Photo Printing Session
• Thursday (Day 4): Field Trip
  • All-Day Field trip to several areas around Chicago
    • Botanical Gardens
    • Conservatories
    • Zoos and Nature Areas
  • Lunch will be provided
• Friday (Day 5): Drips, Drops and Illusions
  • The very popular workshop is included for the final day.
  • Water Tanks Drops
  • Lunch Provided
  • Drip Collision Photography
  • High-Speed Photography
• Saturday – Bonus Day
  • Print your favorite images from the week!