Class Summary
Date & Time:
November 7 @ 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Location:
Hunt's Photo, Melrose
Featuring:
An eye-opening exploration of how neutral density and polarizing filters remain essential tools in modern photography
Co/Guest Instructor:
Jim Reisman, Nisi
Important Notes:
This is a free class, but registration is encouraged.
Join us for an eye-opening exploration of how neutral density and polarizing filters remain essential tools in modern photography. In this engaging presentation, Jim Reisman from NiSi Optics USA will demonstrate how these filters help photographers master exposure, achieve stunning long-exposure shots, and create images with unparalleled vibrance—effects that simply can’t be replicated in post-processing.
But ND and polarizers are just the beginning. We’ll also touch on the creative impact of special effects filters, such as Black Mist and other filters. How they can add cinematic depth, soften highlights, and enhance atmosphere in a way that software alone cannot achieve.
With so many filter options and mounting systems available, choosing the right one can be overwhelming. This session will also break down the different filter systems—magnetic, screw-in, and square—to help you determine what best suits your photography style and workflow.
Whether you’re looking to enhance landscapes, portraits, or cinematic visuals, filters remain an essential tool for photographers at all levels. This presentation will provide both technical insight and creative inspiration to help you make the most of these powerful tools.
About Jim Reisman
Jim Reisman is a longtime professional photographer and photography-industry executive with decades of experience. His background behind the camera, combined with his experience in the photo industry, has given him a deep understanding of the challenges photographers at every level face when creating better images.
Throughout his career, Jim has focused on helping photographers improve their work by understanding their equipment, controlling light, and making more informed creative decisions at the time of capture. For the past seven years, he has brought that experience to NiSi Optics, where he serves as Chief Operating Officer for North America. His presentation offers a practical photographer’s perspective on the continuing relevance of filters and how they can help today’s digital photographers create images that cannot always be duplicated in post-processing.
