Assignments September 12-15

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  • Comments 3 – Due Monday before class is over

Comment on your favorite four photos from the photo 1 composition photos or advanced shallow depth of field photos. Please go through different student’s work to view more than four. Your comments need to include the photography and art language that we have talked about so far. This is not a one word or one sentence comment. Take your time and think about the other person’s work, what spoke to you, what did you like, what could be included to make the photo more dynamic, etc. Make sure that your comments are thought provoking and helpful. Type out your comments on four of your favorite photos on the blog. Then in Microsoft Word, copy each of your comments and the photo that you commented on, include the photographers name, and upload your word document to your blog as Comments 3.

  • Emphasis – Due Thursday before class is over

Emphasis draws viewers into your image and holds them there long enough to tell your story. It adds visual weight to your main subject and tells viewers what to focus on. This website explains how to use emphasis in your photography. Take photos that emphasize different subjects. Edit and upload your best six to your bog. Title the blog post “Emphasis,” put the images in a gallery 3×2 and title each image in the caption area. 

  • 10 Photograph Photo Essay – Due Next Thursday September 22

Photo essays tell a story in pictures, and there are many different ways to style your own photo essay. With a wide range of topics to explore, a photo essay can be thought-provoking, emotional, funny, unsettling, or all of the above, but mostly, they should be unforgettable.

A photographic essay is a form of visual storytelling, a way to present a narrative through a series of images. A great photo essay is powerful, able to evoke emotion and understanding without using words. A photo essay delivers a story using a series of photographs and brings the viewer along your narrative journey.

You will create a photo essay about a “ PERSON…PLACE… or THING.

For example: Day-in-the-life photo essay: These kinds of photo essays tell the story of a day in the life of a particular subject. They can showcase the career of a busy worker or struggling artist, capture parents’ daily chores and playtime with their children, or memorialize the routine of a star high school athlete. A day-in-the-life photo series can be emotionally evocative, giving viewers an intimate glimpse into the world of another human being.

4 Tips for Creating a Photo Essay

  • Creative photography can be fun, sentimental, eye-opening, or gut-wrenching. It can expose a truth or instill a sense of hope. With so many possibilities to share a good photo essay, it’s important to keep the following tips in mind:
  • Do your research. There may be many types of photo essay topics available, but that doesn’t mean your specific idea hasn’t already been tackled by a professional photographer. Look up the best photo essays that have already been done on your topic to make sure the narrative can be executed in a new and interesting way.
  • Follow your instincts. Take photos of everything. Overshooting can be helpful. You never know what you’ll need, so the more coverage you have, the better.
  • Only use the best images. From your lead photo to the final photo, you’re creating a visually vivid story. However, if you use too many images, you risk diluting the impact of your message. Only include the key photos necessary.
  • Be open-minded. Your project may evolve past its initial concept, and that’s okay. Sometimes a photo essay evolves organically, and your job as a photojournalist is to extract the right narrative from the images you’ve captured—even if it wasn’t the original idea.

The photo essay will consist of 10 total photos and uploaded to your blog. Also, you will include a short description of the subject you are documenting. One paragraph minimum. Title your blog post “Photo Essay.” Using Adobe Express, create a collage with your ten images. Below is an example. You will have 2 weeks to complete this Photo Essay assignment.

Assignments September 6-8

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  • Comments 2 – Due Tuesday before class is over

Comment on your favorite four photos from the photo 1 elements of art or principles of design photos or advanced commercial photos or sound photos. Please go through different student’s work to view more than four. Your comments need to include the photography and art language that we have talked about so far. This is not a one word or one sentence comment. Take your time and think about the other person’s work, what spoke to you, what did you like, what could be included to make the photo more dynamic, etc. Make sure that your comments are thought provoking and helpful. Type out your comments on four of your favorite photos on the blog. Then in Microsoft Word, copy each of your comments and the photo that you commented on, include the photographers name, and upload your word document to your blog as Comments 2.

Shallow Depth of Field  – Due Wednesday before class is over 

Read this article that explains more on shallow depth of field and how to take great photos using this technique. Then you will take photos that show good use of shallow depth of field. The subject can be anything of your choice. You will submit your best 3 photos that show this technique. Blog post title should be “Shallow Depth of Field.” Make sure to title all photos in the captions box and put the photos in a gallery 3×1. Below is an example. 

Man vs Nature – Due Thursday before class is over 

You will take photos that show man vs nature. Be creative with the topic and show what the topic makes you think of. You will submit your best 3 photos that show this technique. Blog post title should be “Man vs Nature.” Make sure to title all photos in the captions box and put the photos in a gallery 3×1. Below is an example. 

 

 

Assignments August 29-September 1

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  • Comments 1 – Due Monday before class is over

Comment on your favorite four photos from the advanced photos class for their shadow photos and/or photography 1 texture photos. Please go through different student’s work to view more than four. Your comments need to include the photography and art language that we have talked about so far. This is not a one word or one sentence comment. Take your time and think about the other person’s work, what spoke to you, what did you like, what could be included to make the photo more dynamic, etc. Make sure that your comments are thought provoking and helpful. Type out your comments on four of your favorite photos on the blog. Then in Microsoft Word, copy each of your comments and the photo that you commented on, include the photographers name, and upload your word document to your blog as Comments 1.

  • Commercial Writing – Due Monday Before Class is Over

On your blog,  post 3 commercial photos by a working commercial photographer (look on this website to understand what commercial photography is, there are a lot of other sites as well.). In 250 words, write about: what type of commercial photography is each image, what stood out that made you choose the image, and what did the photographer do well to “sell” the item. Include in the caption area the photographer’s name for each photo. Title your blog post “Commercial Writing.” 

  • Commercial Photography: Due Wednesday Before Class is Over

Photograph 4 different commercial shots. Your commercial photography can be in any of these categories: Sports, food, product, fashion, wedding/event, and wildlife. Make sure that you research the topic/s you choose before so that your images are worthwhile. Below is a link that explains and shows examples and the photography planning sheet that you will need to fill out and turn in with your photographs. Post all four advertising photos to your blog with titles as a gallery (2×2), title each image in the caption area, blog post should be titled “Advertising Photos.” Below are examples from past student work.

Commercial Photography Information

Commercial Photography Planning

  • Sounds in Photography – Due Thursday before class is over

Pick 2 sound words, turn in 2 photos: snap, crackle, pop, whistle, rustle, swoosh, bass, crescendo, resonance, boom, echo, screech, rattle, thud, scream, click, shout, whistle, twack, shhhh, shush, tsk tsk, squeak, creak, symphony, boing, chime, ring, silence, tap, knock, hiss 

Instructions: do NOT photograph something making that sounds, rather think about the sound, figure out how the noise would LOOK, and photograph something that looks how the sounds feels.

Title your blog post “Sounds in Photography,” title each photograph in the caption area. The two photos should be in a gallery.

Assignments August 22-25

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  • Camera Angles Writing – Due Tuesday before class is over

Find a photo from the Internet showing an alternative camera angle and write a  20 sentence writing critique about the Internet photo. Include the photographers name in the caption section while uploading photo. Blog post title should be “Camera Angle Writing.”

  • Alternative Camera Angles – Due Wednesday before class is over

-Take 4 shots of the same subject from 4 different camera angles (from above, below, straight on and tilted). Edit your photos and title them. Blog post title should be “Camera Angles.” Post as a gallery 4×1.

  • Shadows and Light – Due Thursday before class is over

-Photograph 3 photos which show strong shadow and light. Edit your shadow photos and then upload to your blog with titles. Blog post title should be “Shadows and Light Photos.” Post as a gallery, 3×1.

Shadow Examples Below

 

Assignments August 15-18

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  • Inspirational Slide Show – Due Monday before class is over

Create a slide show or video using iMovie titled PHOTOS THAT INSPIRE ME. Under each photo you selected explain why this photograph inspires you. Make sure to include the photographer’s name. Choose 15 photos using the links below (these website have no copywriter issues, are large images so they will be clear, and give you the name of the photographer. Submit your slideshow here.

Royalty Free Site 1

Royalty Free Site 2

  • Project Choice – Due Thursday before class is over

Choose two of the choices below to take photos of for this week (upload to your blog with the title of the choice as your blog post, six photos for each choice with titles for each, do as a photo gallery 3×2). This should be two different posts with six images for each post.

Please remember to think about perspective, rule of thirds, background, be creative and take awesome photos!

Black and White – All six photos will be converted to black and white

Color – Pick a color and all six photos will have that color is dominant in all six images

Food – Pick any type of food and take six photos up close and personal

Texture – There are tons of different textures in the world, shoot close and fill the frame using six different types of texture

Sunsets and Sunrises – Six of the most dramatic sunsets and sunrises

Emotions – Six photos that show emotions

Sky and Clouds – Sky scapes can be dramatic and stormy or light and beautiful. Capture as big a variety as you can in six different images

Perspective – Shoot all six images from one perspective. This should be a different kind of perspective, not just at eye level.

Trees – Six photos of trees in different lighting

Anything with wheels – Cars, trucks, bikes, motorcycles, trains, there are so many things with wheels. Six images that show artistic view of wheels

 

Assignments August 8-11

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  • Blog 

Check to make sure you can still log into your blog and that you are part of my class. If not create a new blog, click my class, join a class, and ask to join kacieanglin.

Update the about me widget and make sure you like your theme or change it.

  • Inspirational Slide Show

Create a slide show or video using iMovie titled PHOTOS THAT INSPIRE ME. Under each photo you selected explain why this photograph inspires you. Make sure to include the photographer’s name. Choose 15 photos using the links below (these website have no copywriter issues, are large images so they will be clear, and give you the name of the photographer. Submit your slideshow here.

Royalty Free Site 1

Royalty Free Site 2

Royalty Free Site 3

 

Example:

 

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Photo by: Kübra Arslaner

This photo inspires me because I love to read and love organization.

The lighting that is hitting the books gives them an interesting look and shows off the books.

I also really like how the books are lined up, organized, and have color.

All of these inspire me.

Assignments December 13-16

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53. Choice Photos Due Thursday by 3:00

Photograph, edit, and upload 6 photos of your choice. Pay attention to the backgrounds, viewpoint, and composition. Title the blog post “Choice Photos.” Upload as a gallery 3×2 with titles.

54. Critique – 7th Hour Due Wednesday before class is over/ 8th Hour Due Tuesday before class is over

(Copy these questions and answer them for each student that presents, before class is over save this and upload it to your blog as “Documentary Project Critique)

Students name being critiqued:

Name of documentary project:

What emotion/s does the documentary bring out and explain:

What caught your eye and explain:

Is this documentary successful in telling their story, explain and give an example from the project:

Assignments December 6-9

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51. Song – Due Thursday before class is over

Find a song, or even a speech that you like. Take a series of images that can be used to create a slide show version of that audio-work. Make sure that you take enough photos to fill the time space of the song or the speech. Put it together in a video. Here is an example, that may be helpful.  Below is an example from a student. Though there is some animation, they could have been done with still images, or you may choose to add some animation as these have. You need to include the title of the song or speech and the author somewhere in the video. You can use any program you are comfortable with. Title the blog post “Song.”
 
52. Meticulous – Due Thursday before class is over

Meticulous means to show great attention to detail, very careful and precise. For this assignment you will meticulously arrange everyday objects that can be found around your home.

First, look at the photography work of Emily Blincoe. 

Select your favorite work by her and put it on your blog with a short explanation why this image caught your eye.

Search you home for a variety of objects and items that can be used to create your meticulous arrangement.

Find a simple suitable background for your shot. This could be a plain pillow case, large piece of paper, or anything large enough with no pattern. Set up your arrangement and be meticulous and pay attention to details. Make sure you are in adequate lighting, and please remember how important good lighting is in photography.

Take a few photographs from above, looking straight down at your arrangement. Go in as close as you can. Make sure your image is tack sharp!  Never rely on just taking one shot.

Edit your favorite photographs with Lightroom and then post to your blog.

Meticulous arrangement of objects, which are then photographed have been used in advertising and commercial photography for years.

Your blog post will contain your favorite image by Emily Blincoe and explain why. Then a gallery 3×1 with 3 of the images that you took. These three images will all be different objects that have been meticulously put together. Title the blog post “Meticulous.” Title each image in the caption area. Below are some examples.

 

Assignments November 29-December 2

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49. Focus on Reflections – Due Tuesday before class is over

Take a series of images that use reflections or refractions of light. There are many great examples HERE.

This image is by Miki Asai, her website is HERE.

Upload to your best 6 photos to your blog by Tuesday before class is over. Title the post “Reflections” and make sure to title each photo and put into a gallery 3×2.

Photo by Miki Asai

50. Paper Cut-outs & Photos – Due Thursday before class is over

Find little quirks in the environment around you, a bent post, length of chain, crack in a sidewalk or wall… and add a character to the environment that connects with it in a creative way. Many more samples at this LINK. Do it on paper so as not to disturb the area or deface property. You can draw the images or you can cut them out of magazines or print from the internet, then set those images up to take photos. Below is an example and make sure to look at the link above for more samples. You will upload your best six photos to your blog in a gallery 3×2 with titles. Title the post “Paper Cut-Outs & Photos.”

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Assignments November 15-18

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45. Comments 11 – Due Monday before class is over

Comment on your favorite four photos from the photo 1 still life photos or advanced photos. Please go through different student’s work to view more than four. Your comments need to include the photography and art language that we have talked about so far. This is not a one word or one sentence comment. Take your time and think about the other person’s work, what spoke to you, what did you like, what could be included to make the photo more dynamic, etc. Make sure that your comments are thought provoking and helpful. Type out your comments on four of your favorite photos on the blog. Then in Microsoft Word, copy each of your comments and the photo that you commented on, include the photographers name, and upload your word document to your blog as “Comments 11.”

46. Mysterious, Intriguing, or Beautiful – Due Tuesday before class is over

Look at these examples and more examples here for ideas.

Upload your best three photos Tuesday before class is over. Title the blog “Mysterious, Intriguing, or Beautiful Photos” as a gallery 3×1 with titles for each photo.

47. Senior Portraits – Due Thursday before class is over

Photograph a friend for a mock senior portrait session. Utilize natural lighting, fill flash outside and also studio strobe lighting. Take at least 50 photos utilizing a variety of locations, poses and clothing choices. Upload your best 6 photos to your blog as a gallery 3×2, title the photos, and title the blog post “Senior Portraits.”

48. Women in Photography – Due Thursday before class is over

Watch this video and then summarize the video and give your thoughts. This should be three paragraphs. You will be graded on conventions and ideas and content. Title the blog post “Women in Photography.”