Lilacs in the Arboretum
May 5, 2024
The Arnold Arboretum, MA
$105/person
Photo opportunities abound year round at the Arnold Arboretum, but especially in the spring when the lilacs are blooming
Lilac Sunday (scheduled for Mother’s Day, May 12) is the Arboretum’s signature event, drawing thousands of visitors to view the collection and walk the grounds. On this workshop we will visit the Lilac collection first and then other parts of the park, like the nearby Maples collection. We will meet at the Hunnewell Building at 8 am and take a 10 minute walk to the lilacs
This is not an Arnold Arboretum sponsored event. $5 donation to the Friends of the Arboretum included for all registrants.
What You’ll Learn
Composition
Importance of Lighting and Timing
Exposure refresher
Exposure compensation
White balance
Recommended Equipment
D-SLR or Mirrorless camera
Telephoto
Macro Lens
Tripod
Polarizer to reduce reflections and enhance blue skies
Stepladder for extra separation of foreground from background
Physical Difficulty
Standing and walking on grass, gravel paths, and pavement.
Meeting Details
We will meet at the Hunnewell Building, 125 The Arborway, Jamaica Plain, at 8 am and take a 10 minute walk to the lilacs.