One city holds my heart for photowalks: Chicago. I’m stoked to be back there, and I hope you’ll join me for a fun photowalk making portraits downtown. We’ll use speedlights, so bring ’em if you have ’em, and if you don’t have any flashes, well then come on down and see what can be done. We’ll work together and make some frames. After the portraits, I’ll probably seek out a cityscape or two as well. I’m most pleased to be joined by my pal, David Crewe–a fine photographer, and a generous teacher who also writes for Photofocus.
This is a hands-on shooting time when you can practice various techniques, like dragging the shutter, long exposures, and light placement for the most flattering portraits. All skill levels are welcome!
Here are some pictures I’ve made during other photowalks in Chicago.
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When
Wednesday December 2nd, 2015 at 7:00pm
Where
Let’s meet in the lobby of the Hyatt at 151 E. Upper Wacker Dr. and we’ll head to the river walk below.
Be sure to check out Spot Hero to save on nearby parking.
What to Bring
Bring your camera with fresh batteries and memory cards. I’ll use speedlights and a tripod; bring your light stand and modifiers if you have them, but not so much stuff that you’re weighed down. I expect we’ll focus on portraits, but I’ll happily head out to find some cityscapes afterward, too. Bring a coat and hat–the weather forecast looks great, but it will be evening chilly–I can’t wait for the cozy looking, warm coat pictures we’ll make! Gloves are a good idea, too. Remember to bring a fun attitude, too 😀
Levi Sim is passionate about making photographs and helping others make their pictures better, too. Join him on Twitter and Instagram (@PhotoLevi), read more of his articles here, and join him for a photowalk in a city near you.
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