Wisner Large Format Seminar Outline
I. Optics
    A. Basic optical theory for the photographer
              1. Basic lens terminology: f:stops, focal lengths, etc.
              2. Simple lens theory, basic formulas
              3. Seidel aberrations
              4. Diffraction and resolution limits
              5. Color correction
              6. Coatings
              7. Geometry of circles of confusion, depth of focus

    B. Choosing a lens
              1. Design types and characteristics: Modern and Classic lenses
              2. Determining unvignetted coverage of a lens at any given stop
              3. Understanding manufacturers published specifications

II.Camera movements
    A. Focusing and depth of focus without movements
    B. How to focus on a receding plane: the Scheimpflug principal
    C. How to focus complex subjects.
    D. How to focus using the most effective stop
    E. How to photograph geometrical objects such as architecture.
    F. Yaw-free movements

III. Sensitometry
    A. Reciprocity law.
    B. H&D curve
    C. Placing the exposure properly on the curve
    D. Metering
    C. Controlling contrast

IV. Logistics in field
    A. How to choose equipment
    B. How to get to your destination efficiently.
              1. Back packs, cases
              2. Air travel

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