Introduction to Infrared Photography - Dinosaur Provincial Park

Workshop Summary:

Introduction to Infrared Photography at Dinosaur Provincial Park, Alberta

Come and join me for a hands-on Infrared capture and post process workshop. We will use Canon EOSR fully modified cameras. You will experience infrared photography at 720 nanometer (standard B&W) and 665 nanometer (enhanced colour). Class size limited to 3 participants.

We will spend an afternoon shooting infrared images from various locations in and around Dinosaur Provincial Park, Alberta. This will be followed by a 2 hour walk through of post processing techniques using Light Room Classic. (in person at Seven Persons Classroom or online via Teams)

During our day of shooting, we will discuss:

• What is Infrared Light?

• How is it different from Visible Light?

• How to visualize your image for Infrared

• What elements should be incorporated in an Infrared image

• The importance of in Camera White Balance

• How to set a Custom White Balance

• Using manual setting for exposure and aperture

• Working with challenging lighting scenarios

• Making the most of natural light

During our 1 hour of Post Processing, we will discuss: (via Teams or Zoom)

• How to best convert your RAW files

• Jpeg or Tiff. . . 8 bit, 16 bit? Which is better?

• Workflow for Light Room Classic

• Colour Swapping techniques

• The little tricks to make your images pop

What is Supplied:

• Experienced instruction

• Introduction to recommended equipment and gear

• One day use of a fully modified Canon EOSR camera

• One day use of both 720nm and 665nm filters

• One day use of Irix 15mm wide angle prime lens

• One day use of a tripod and ball head

What is not included:

• Hotel accommodations

• Transportation to and from locations

• Meals

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