With 28 gardens, nine islands, six miles of shoreline, and natural areas spread across 385 acres, the Chicago Botanic Garden is both a dream and a challenge for photographers. Enjoy the turning of the seasons and discover places and techniques for creating captivating images, review compositional ideas, and explore how to capture the essence of the Garden. Then, put your knowledge to work photographing the Garden in all its early spring glory using your digital camera, film camera, or smartphone. 

Paul Lucas, nature photographer and instructor
Design Studio, Regenstein Center