Level: All

Sunday

Oct 5

10:00 am - 1:30 pm

Instructor: Susanne Brandt

Fee: $125 (incl all supplies)

Workshop Description:

This course will focus on using your smartphone to capture Infrared photographs. Participants will be introduced to the Magical World of “Unseen Light“ as Infrared wavelengths are not visible to the naked eye. Infrared photography has a surreal and dream-like quality, unlike traditional photography.

Instruction will be given on how to acquire and install an infrared filter on your smartphone. An iPhone 6 or greater or an Android phone will work for this technique, and the filter can be easily attached and removed from your smartphone.

During this class you will learn how an Infrared camera captures photographs of landscapes, architecture, still life, nature and the human form. Demonstrations will be given on how to capture photographs utilizing the filter as well as processing and editing the photographs.

In addition to learning about capturing infrared photographs, students will also be introduced to the art of “Hand Coloring” infrared photographs. Hand coloring not only adds depth to your photographs but also offers a meditative way to slow down and connect with your work.

Students will have the opportunity to take photos of stunning seascapes, floral still lifes, and the natural surroundings of the Rowayton Art Center grounds, as well as hand color one photograph. Come join us and enhance your artistic vision. No prior photography experience is necessary for this course, just a desire to learn about the “Magical world of Infrared Photography.”

Supply List:  It is required that all students have a smartphone for this workshop.  Both iPhones and Android phones can be used.

About the Instructor:

Susanne Brandt is an artist and arts educator who lives and works between CT and coastal
Maine, drawing inspiration from the natural beauty of the New England landscape. Susanne
holds a Bachelor of Fine Arts from Alfred University as well as a double master’s degree in
Art Education.
Her current body of work explores the deep connection between art and nature, focusing on
abstract botanicals that reflect elements of mysticism. Susanne creates painterly, ethereal
images that invite quiet, internal dialogue with the natural world. Her cyanotypes and
phytograms often incorporate ocean water, seaweed and sand, reflecting her commitment to
raising awareness about the urgent need to protect our marine life and oceans. She also
often enhances her photographs with paint, inks, gold leaf, and hand-drawn elements,
transforming her images into mixed-media artworks.

Susanne’s career spans 24 years of teaching art at Wilton High School, where she served as
the head art teacher for many years. She is passionate about sharing her knowledge and
inspiring students of all ages to explore their creativity and connect more deeply with the
environment through art. In her workshops, she incorporates elements of meditation and
mindfulness, encouraging students to slow down and find relaxation through the creative
process.

Susanne has been exhibiting her work in group and solo exhibitions in CT & New York City
for over 30 years.

 

Website:  https://www.sbrandtphotography.com/