April 19 Bones and Bugs

April 19 - Bones and Bugs Workshop

About the Workshop

Bones & Bugs Macro Photography Workshop

Treasure Coast Photography Center is hosting a Bones & Bugs Macro Photography Workshop at the Dino Lab in Rockledge, Florida on April 19, 2025. This is a unique opportunity to photograph museum-quality dinosaur bones, modern animal skeletons, and an extensive insect collection up close.

Workshop Details:

  • Date: April 19, 2025
  • Time: Meet at the Photography Studio in Fort Pierce by 8:30 AM
  • Location: Dino Lab, Rockledge, FL
  • Duration: Approximately 3 hours on-site
  • Transportation: Donna Carmichael will be driving a van with space for 9 additional participants
  • Cost: $40 per person
  • Accessibility: The workshop is not handicap accessible

This is a fantastic opportunity to explore macro photography with fascinating subjects. Space is limited, so reserve your spot today!

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Things To Bring

For the Bones & Bugs Macro Photography Workshop, photographers should bring the following equipment to get the best shots:

Essential Gear:

  • Camera: A DSLR or mirrorless camera with manual settings for precise control.
  • Macro Lens: A dedicated macro lens (e.g., 90mm, 100mm, or 105mm) for high-quality close-up shots. If you don’t have a macro lens, a telephoto lens with close focusing ability or extension tubes can work.
  • Tripod: A sturdy tripod to keep your camera stable, especially in low-light conditions.

Lighting & Accessories:

  • External Flash or Ring Light: Helps illuminate details in bones and bugs. A diffuser is useful to soften harsh shadows.
  • LED Light or Small Portable Light Panel: If flash isn’t available, a continuous light source can help highlight textures.
  • Reflectors or White Cards: Useful for bouncing light onto your subject.

Other Helpful Items:

  • Remote Shutter Release: Reduces camera shake for sharp images.
  • Extra Batteries & Memory Cards: You’ll be shooting a lot—come prepared.
  • Kneepads or a Small Cushion: If you’ll be getting low for shots.
  • Notebook & Pen: To take notes on settings, lighting, and techniques.

Is it Macro or Micro Photography?

Photographing small things, such as insects, bones, and tiny details, falls under macro photography—not micro photography.

  • Macro photography captures small subjects at life-size (1:1) or larger magnifications, showing fine details. This is commonly used for insects, flowers, and textures.
  • Micro photography typically refers to images taken through a microscope at much higher magnifications, beyond what a standard macro lens can achieve.

Since the workshop involves photographing dinosaur bones, animal skeletons, and bugs without a microscope, “macro photography” is the correct term.

Register For The Workshop