Adult Education - New York Botanical Garden

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New! Writing from the approaching
Bareness of the Winter gardens
2 Sundays, Dec. 2 & 9, 9:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m.
132GWP402, NYBG, Wallis Wilde-Menozzi
Amid the beautiful scenery at NYBG, students
will discuss the use of metaphor and detail as
a basis for writing about the seasons. In special
workshops, pieces will be crafted by writers
who can be inspired by a special blend of the
natural beauty surrounding them, examples from
literature, and thought-provoking discussion
within the classroom. Messages of color and
adaptation, activity and dormancy, and cultivation
and wilderness will be examined and developed
as the writers explore their own personal
interpretation of winter’s advancing darkness.
Please bring lunch.
This course is co-sponsored by the Sarah
Lawrence Writing Institute and The New York
Botanical Garden. Building upon Sarah Lawrence
College’s strong reputation in writing, the Institute
provides a supportive community for novice and
established writers.
$200/$180
photographing the trees of the neW York
BOTANiCAL GARDEN: wORKSHOP
Sunday, Oct. 21 (Rain Date Nov. 11), 8 a.m.–4 p.m.
132GWP944, NYBG, Rich Pomerantz
The majestic trees within the Botanical Garden
provide a wealth of subjects for photographers.
Explore these stately specimens with your
camera, learning how to see and capture
beauty and form using light and pixels (or film if
you prefer). Bring your camera; an SLR (single
lens reflex) with both a medium (100–200
mm) telephoto lens and a wide-angle lens
is recommended for greater creativity. Wear
comfortable and sturdy footwear, and please
bring lunch.
$180/$162
To register or for more information, call 800.322.NYBG (6924) • nybg.org/AdultEd
CAPTuRiNG THE BEAuTY Of ORCHiDS:
Workshop
Sunday, March 17, 10 a.m.–5:30 p.m.
133GWP946, NYBG, Emily Kelting
The Garden’s renowned Orchid Show is ideal for
photographing the beauty of these highly prized
flowers, implementing skills of composition,
background control, close-up angles, and
capturing natural light. Using macro and other
lenses, create exciting imag es filled with colors,
textures, and interesting lines. Complete the
day with a presentation and critique of your
photographs. Bring your digital camera, charged
battery, storage cards, and accessories. A laptop
and tripod may also be useful. Wear comfortable
and sturdy footwear, and please bring lunch.
$158/$142
New! fLOwER PORTRAiTS: wORKSHOP
wednesday, Oct. 10 (Rain Date Oct. 17),
10 a.m.–4 p.m.
132GWP947, NYBG, Jeffrey Falk
Learn creative approaches to plant photography,
encompassing visual composition, theory,
managing light, choosing a background, and
close-up photography of seasonal blooms
on the Garden’s grounds. Equipment will be
demonstrated before venturing outdoors to
take photos. The workshop culminates with a
critique of the participant’s work and a summary
of the day’s lessons. This workshop is designed
for photo enthusiasts at the intermediate level.
Required equipment: Digital SLR with zoom
telephoto (200-300 mm max) with lens hood,
other lenses of your choosing, remote shutter
release, tripod, and a USB flash drive. Wear
comfortable and sturdy footwear, and please
bring lunch.
$135/$122
digital camera Basics for the Beginner
Saturday, Jan. 26, 10 a.m.–1 p.m.
133GWP120, NYBG, Donald Gambino
Learn how to use the digital camera and
gain knowledge of “digicam-speak” and of
the terminology, parts, and features of digital
cameras. Bring your camera’s USB and yellowtipped
video cable to class. It is recommended
that beginners take this introduction before other
digital camera classes.
$57/$51
nature Writing and photographY 61
Nature Writing & Photography
Let the magnificent 250 acres of The New York Botanical Garden inspire you to enhance
your skills of capturing and communicating the beauty of nature. Focus on building proficiency
in nature writing by exploring topics such as finding inspiration, choosing a subject,
instilling self-discipline, and self-critiquing and editing. Photography classes are designed
for a variety of skill levels, from those who would like to begin learning the basics of this
exciting art form to those who are mastering a more developed sense of expression with
the lens.
top 10 techniQues for digital photographY
Saturday, Jan. 26, 2–5 p.m.
133GWP125, NYBG, Donald Gambino
Refreshing the basics and bringing a new
perspective to digital photography is the focus
of this special one-session presentation and
lecture. Get to know your camera better, and
learn how to prepare for a photo shoot, tips and
tricks of composing images, and the artistic
considerations that make photos stimulating
and not just “snapshots.” Technical issues are
addressed.
$57/$51
digital camera picture management
Saturday, feb. 9, 10 a.m.–1 p.m.
133GWP133, NYBG, Donald Gambino
Become skilled at retrieving your images.
Learn methods of processing, organizing, and
managing your photos. Explore proper naming,
filing, organizing, printing, Web site usage,
and e-mailing of images. Basic image control,
enhancement, alteration, sizing, cropping,
and rotation are demonstrated. Prerequisite:
Experience taking photos with a digital camera.
Bringing a digital camera to class is optional.
NOTE: Basic methods and best practices will be
shown for both Mac and PC; the demo in class
is on a Mac.
$57/$51
New! goodBYe digital camera…
hello iPHONE!
Saturday, feb. 9, 2–5 p.m.
133GWP153, NYBG, Donald Gambino
Learn the best techniques and tips for using
the iPhone camera. Discover the variety of apps
available for photo taking, special effects, editing,
post-processing, and more. The best way to
organize and share your photos and videos via
apps, e-mail, e-cards, and social media will be
demonstrated. Bring your charged iPhone.
$57/$51