As a photographer, there are times when you want to create an image that has the “dreamy” look that a limited depth-of-field provides. Other times, you may want all parts of the image to be sharp—which is not always possible in a single image. Focus stacking is the process of combining multiple images—to create a single image that is sharp throughout.
Join us on Wednesday, January 11, at 7 pm as Dennis Baker presents the topic of focus stacking. He will explain the concept of “depth-of-field” as it relates to the subject being photographed. He will show both macro and landscape subjects that would be good candidates for focus stacking. Dennis will demonstrate effective techniques for capturing a sequence of images that can be focus stacked—including appropriate camera settings. After a series of shots are taken, Dennis will show how to use Photoshop to focus stack a sequence of images and list other software programs that are capable of focus stacking. Additionally, Dennis will briefly explain the automated process of “in-camera focus stacking” for cameras that have that capability. Finally, he will provide a list of resources for further investigation.
Dennis Baker is an experienced educator and photographer. Since completing a 35-year career in public education as a teacher and administrator, Dennis has worked as a free-lance photographer, photographed around the world, and has taught photography classes at several local institutions. Dennis is president of the West Shore Photography Club. His work is displayed on his website: www.dennisbakerphoto.com. He lives in Mechanicsburg, PA with his wife.
This meeting is virtual only, via Zoom. All members of the Frederick Camera Clique will receive the Zoom link via the email blast; visitors are welcome to attend the presentation as well, and may request the link by sending email to info@frederickcameraclique.org.