SEEING the LIGHT at the GROTTO
2 hr | $229
Private tours only
What makes a great image? It's all about the lighting! But what is good light? Take advantage of the peace and solitude of mornings at the National Sanctuary of Our Sorrowful Mother as you learn how to make your photos stand out with beautiful light and composition. We'll capture images of the chapels, statues and gardens on the picturesque 62 acres.














What You'll Learn:
F-stops/Depth of field
Shutter speeds
Aperture priority
Lens selection
Finding quality lighting
Lighting direction
Exposing for the highlights
Center point focusing
Spot metering
White balance
Perspective
Exposure compensation
Composition
ISO
Where We'll Go:
The Grotto (Cave & Plaza)
Stations of the Cross
The Chapel of Mary
Meditation Chapel
The Peace Garden
Saint Anne's Chapel
Labyrinth
Via Matris
Mysteries of the Rosary
The Monastery
Meeting Location:
8840 NE Skidmore St, Portland, OR 97220. In front of the welcome sign at the entrance.
Requirements:
DSLR or point and shoot camera
Admission:
Admission fee to the upper level is included!