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This course will start off in the field discussing some of the available medium format panoramic cameras and the unique characteristics of each, so you know what to expect. Topics such as camera basics, metering, composition, filter use and exposure settings will be discussed. The course will have the emphasis on results rather than the ritual. The intent is to create photographs and assist participants on a one-to-one basis.
We will meet in the field in the San Francisco area (approximately around 3:00pm) for a late afternoon / early evening photo shoot and then again the next morning for a sunrise / early morning photo shoot (cameras can be rented – see the rental information section at the end of this document). We will then reconvene at Calypso Imaging at noon on day two to get our film processed and have lunch (provided) before we sit down to continue our lecture and discuss our results as a group. During this time, we will also observe some images taken with the Linhoff 6x17 panoramic camera.
Next course: Sept. 20 -21, 2003
Course times: Day one: 4:00pm until sunset. Day two: One hour before sunrise until 5:00pm. Lunch provided approximately at noon on day two.
Instructor: Jim Guthrie
Cost: $325
Lab fee: $30 (covers access to a technician to process our film and either 8 rolls of 35, 8 rolls of 120 or 4 rolls of 220). Discounts for future film scanning through Calypso Imaging are also available.
Film type: Please select transparency film using the E-6 process for this course. We will use a light box to discuss our work after film processing.
Topics Covered:
Camera Basics
Advantages / disadvantages of various cameras
Lens options
Mechanical movements
Dealing with distortion
Composition
Expanding your horizon by 2 or 3 times
Altering the rule of thirds
Adding depth to your image
Keeping your images simple
Filters
Neutral density graduated filters
Light fall off
Vinyetting
Learn when and when not to use
Exposure Control.
Compensate for focus drop off
Reciprocity
Hand held meters (often a must with these cameras)
Lighting extremes
Other Topics
Shooting Vertical
Panoramic Rental Information
There are several companies that can rent you panoramic equipment on a daily basis if you don’t have your own camera. The following are a couple options in the San Francisco area.
| Camera | Film Type | Lens Options | Daily Cost |
| Noblex | 35 | standard | $40.00* |
| Noblex | 120 | standard | $60.00* |
| Linhoff 6x17 | 120 or 220 | 90mm | $100.00* |
* Discount coupons are available if you mention this course.
| Camera | Film Type | Lens Options | Daily Cost |
| Linhoff 6x17 | 120 or 220 | 90mm | $60.00 |
| Linhoff 6x17 | 120 or 220 | 65 amd 135mm | $60.00 |
| Horseman 6x12 | 120 or 220 | 45,55, and 65mm | $60.00 |
| Camera | Film Type | Lens Options | Entire Course |
| Linhoff 6x17 | 120 or 220 | 90mm w/center filter | $75.00 |
You can check with other facilities in your area.
Note: Be sure to verify when renting a camera that it contains the appropriate mounting plate for your tripod. Long exposures are common for these types of cameras and our lighting conditions. In addition, many panoramic cameras do not contain built-in meters so plan accordingly.
To sign up please contact Jim Guthrie at 425-487-2329
or by e-mail at: jim@panoscapes.com
