Improve your photographs of nature in this half-day workshop – a talk followed by hands-on experience. The class takes place on Saturday, October 28 beginning at 9:00 am at the Arnold Arboretum at one of the most beautiful times of year. The instructor is Erik Gehring, a freelance photographer and multi-media producer.

Learn about composition, color, light, depth of field and focus. Bring your camera and manual and familiarize yourself with the operation of your camera prior to the workshop. $70 fee. Register at www.my.arboretum.harvard.edu. Image copyright Erik Gehring.