Making Friends With Middle Georgia Art Association

Hey Shutterbugs!

Like most folks I'm still learning my camera. It seems to be process that's never complete because digital and the cameras today have so many cool options and variables. I have a Cannon SLR and a Cannon point and shoot, so between the two of them I have a lot of choices. Folks learn in different ways, I'm more of a hands on type of person. That's why as an amateur photographer I've really enjoyed the Middle Georgia Art Association.

This week they had a night time shoot at Riverside Cemetery in Macon. We had loads of fun and came out with some pretty cool pictures. Before the event I kept hearing the term night painting, well I'm embarrassed to say I really thought folks were going to show up with acrylics and some canvas to paint the night sky. Nope, what they meant is a technique that leaves your shutter speed open for a good long time, like fifteen seconds or so. Then you shine light on different objects to get great effects.

This kind of stuff might make for a fun assignment for you to try in your own backyard. Just remember you must must must have your camera on a tripod or else you'll end up with just shots of blurry shadows.

If you want more information on the Art Association you can check out there website at www.middlegeorgiaart.org. They also offer camera classes taught by Lynn Barta (who is a regular contributor to this blog) and Jim Messer.