Join us for the exciting launch of our 2025 ArtTalks Series! Starting at 7:00 PM, we’re thrilled to feature our very own President, Sherwood Frazier, sharing his knowledge about cameras and photography as it relates to capturing reference photos.
This event is open to everyone, and we warmly invite you to engage with all our Guest & Member speakers. Bring your curiosity and questions for an enriching experience in a welcoming, art-filled atmosphere. Don’t miss this chance to learn, connect, and be inspired! |
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| Sherwood Frazier, Photographer
Capturing Scenes for Painting – A Basic Guide to Cameras for Artists
- Briefly introduce the importance of reference photography for painters.
- Explain that cameras see differently than the human eye, and understanding their capabilities can help artists create better references.
- Set expectations: This is a practical talk covering camera handling, composition, and technical aspects that affect how a scene is captured.
- Why Use an SLR? (Control over focus, exposure, and depth of field)
- Basic Handling: Holding the camera properly for stability.
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| Essential Settings for Artists:
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- Aperture: How it affects depth of field (useful for focusing on specific elements in a scene).
- Shutter Speed: How motion is captured and why it matters.
- ISO: Adjusting for different lighting conditions.
- White Balance: How it affects colors in a scene.
- Shooting in RAW vs. JPEG: Why RAW might be beneficial for artists who want true-to-life colors and details
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| Using a Cell Phone Camera for Reference Photos
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- Pros & Cons Compared to SLRs: Convenience vs. control.
- Settings That Matter: cell phones all differ slightly, but most can do the following
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- Adjusting exposure manually (tap and drag on most smartphones).
- Focus control (locking focus for consistency).
- Using HDR mode wisely (can help with shadows/highlights). Older cell phones may not have this.
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