Events & Classes

Saturday, July 16, 2022
8:30 AM - 11:30 AM Central Time

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You want your photographs to have great compositions, but maybe you're not sure where to start. Does the "Rule of Thirds" sound more like mathematics than photography? In this class I will explain the very foundation of artistic composition using easy to understand graphics and several photographic examples. With famous and not-so-famous photographs, I will reveal what works and what doesn't and explain why. This unique, in depth survey of composition provides creative understanding that no photographer should be without! In this class you will learn:

• The basics of 2D design

• What excites our eyes and brains

• How to direct the eye

• How to use color for composition

• The Rule of Thirds and how to apply it

• How to use emotive subjects to activate composition

• How to see and talk about photographic composition

• Editing photographs for composition

Instructor: Frank Meuschke, artist and educator

Level: Beginner

$48 member/$53 non-member
Limit 30, Online via Zoom

This workshop is part of the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum Adult Education programming. All proceeds go toward supporting horticultural and nature education at the Arboretum! To see all photography classes offered at Arboretum, click this link.

 

 

Woodland Weeds Walk & Talk Canceled Due To Forecast of Wind and Rain

Saturday, April 30, 2022

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM 

 

Are you gardening or maintaining woodlands? Have you ever wondered which plants belong and which are weeds? Shelterwood owner, Frank, will show you some of the most common, like Garlic Mustard,. point out their favored habitat, and share strategies and tips for management. This is a great opportunity to learn from Shelterwood successes and failures as you begin, or continue, work in your woodlands.

This program is free, but space is limited! Please register by sending an email (on the upper left) with your name.

• This program will take place unless it is pouring or snowing
• Please wear sturdy shoes, gloves, and weather-appropriate clothing.
• Registrants will receive an email with details
• No purchase necessary
• The nursery will be open offering as many plants as late April allows.