‘educate yourself!’ events

New Field Exhibit Zeroes in on Fracking

New Field Exhibit Zeroes in on Fracking

June 2013 - January 2014

Pop quiz: What does fracking mean for the regions currently experiencing an oil boom? Explore the answers from nationally acclaimed photographer Terry Evans and award-winning filmmaker Elizabeth Farnsworth, whose new exhibit at the Field shows how fracking—aka injecting fluids into the ground to fracture oil shale—brings prosperity as well as tragedy to North Dakota. Vivid photography and personal testimony make this tough subject thought-provoking and accessible for all ages. Visit the Field website for more details.

Photo Walk at the Chicago Botanic Garden

Photo Walk at the Chicago Botanic Garden

July 6, 2013

Whether you’re an amateur shutterbug or a sharp shooter, prepare to unleash your inner Ansel Adams at the Chicago Botanic Garden’s Photo Walk. There you’ll get expert tips on natural photography, then walk the garden and let your creativity blossom. Who knows—you might be inspired to submit an entry to the ongoing digital photography contest. Your muse awaits!