Mycological Society of San Francisco

Fungus Fair, December 8, 2024

Capturing Fungi: A 2-hour Mushroom Photography Workshop

Alan Rockefeller

Alan Rockefeller is an acclaimed mycologist renowned for his expertise in DNA barcoding, field photography, and microscopy. With over 20 years of experience, he has documented and photographed more than 2,500 fungal species. Alan has dedicated the past 15 years to studying fungal diversity in Mexico, regularly leading forays and sharing his knowledge with mycology enthusiasts worldwide. Alan is passionate about education and has taught thousands of people how to extract and sequence the DNA of their mushrooms. His contributions include uploading over 700 DNA sequences to GenBank and co-authoring several scientific papers, notably on new species of bioluminescent Mycena and Psilocybe. He has also identified over 400,000 fungal observations on platforms like iNaturalist and Mushroom Observer, contributing significantly to the understanding of global fungal diversity. Alan sur Instagram Alan on Facebook Alan on X

Workshop

Capturing Fungi: A 2-hour Mushroom Photography Workshop

Join mycologist and photographer Alan Rockefeller for a hands-on workshop. Participants will learn how to maximize the potential of their equipment, whether it's a cell phone, DSLR, or mirrorless camera. He will guide attendees through the fundamental principles of composition, lighting, and macro photography specifically tailored toward fungi. Key topics include Tricks for getting the best possible photos from a cell phone camera, composition techniques to showcase the textures, colors, and forms of fungi, utilizing macro lenses and focus stacking to capture intricate details and highlight the nuances of mushroom morphology; and tips for effective fieldwork, including making collections and photography for scientific study. You will also be introduced to post-processing techniques using Photoshop and Helicon Focus to enhance and stack images for unparalleled clarity and depth of field. Whether you are drawn to the delicate gills of a Mycena or the vibrant hues of a Cortinarius, this workshop provides a comprehensive toolkit to transform your mushroom photography from ordinary to extraordinary.
Capacity : 45
Price: $20

Past Fairs

The Mycological Society of San Francisco has been hosting 1 or 2 Fungus Fairs each year since 1969. Fairs have been held in San Francisco County, Alameda County, San Mateo County, and Marin County. Historical information is available about previous Fungus Fairs: