Lighting

Artificial:

Multiple

Hard

Reflector

Soft

Single

butterfly

soft

loop

rembrant

silhouette 

hard

split

Existing

45 degree

side

back

front

Natural

direct

shade

Working with the different types of lighting possibilities has allowed me to explore my options when photographing a subject. Upon revision of my finished project, it is clear that lighting has a large effect on the quality and mood of my photograph. It has the ability to portray certain messages and to drastically alter a photo. If I were to complete this project again I would focus more on my subject and work more with positioning. Overall, I am content with my finished product and cannot wait to start the next part. I recommend ensuring clarity and quality of the photo in order to fully appreciate the effects of the lighting.

Final Project Composition

Compositional Strategies Used

framing

reppetition/pattern

worms eye view

leading lines

curved lines

unity

horizon line

diagonal lines

symmetry 

rule of thirds

Rational

This display represents me and my day through color, compositional strategies, and layout. My day always starts with a cup of tea. It wakes me up and, for awhile I am able to relax and think about what I need to do for the day. The use of framing shows this, as I am able to focus and think about what I need to during this time. I always have black tea with both milk and sugar. I think its much more refreshing than coffee, and wakes me up just as well. After my tea, I get ready for school. I usually do my makeup first. The use of repetition and pattern in this photo shows how my routine has become habit and repetitive. I do it without thinking and have a system I go through every morning. I keep my makeup more natural, and always do exactly the same thing. I never really experiment with things like others. I have a certain style and I haven't changed it for a few years. I then go get dressed. I shot a picture of my closet form a worms eye view in order to portray the importance of clothes in my life. My outfit can determine the kind of day I have. A really good choice can give me the confidence I need throughout the day, while a bad choice can make me feel uncomfortable. I usually like to dress up a little, and wear something different everyday. I then leave for school. I usually leave around 7:10, so I am able to see the sunrise on my way to school. Everyday it looks a little different, but it is always beautiful and refreshing. Once I get to school, I am on a strict schedule that is determined by the clock. The curved line in the photo of the clock suggests the cyclic routine of school, as every day, although interesting and fun, is seemingly the same. When I get tired of a class, I find myself counting down the minuets; or when I am taking a test, I find myself wishing I had more time. Time becomes a large part of my day. I then go home for awhile and have a snack and unwind from my day at school. I usually have a fruit, and the photo I took highlights the refreshing quality of fruit. I used unity to signify the way I relax and pull myself together after school. I then go to a rehearsal of some sort, either violin or voice. The horizon technique used shows the way my life is compartmentalized and sectioned between school and extra curricular activities. Rehearsal acts as both a release and a restorative, but it is not really relaxing. I am finally able to relax when I get home. It is usually late, and I take a shower immediately. The photo of the water, with the use of diagonal lines, shows the calming effect of the water. After my shower I start my homework. I try to always do it in an organized fashion, as represented by my use of symmetry in my photo. It is often hard but I tend to enjoy it. I love reading, especially novels for English. Finally, I am able to go to bed. My cat always comes in my room, and sleeps right next to me. I used the rule of thirds to emphasize her closed eyes, as to me she symbolizes sleep and rest. The color changes between my two compositions signify the differences between morning and evening for me. I think of mornings as harsh and exciting, represented by cool colors. I think of evenings as relaxing and inviting. I used warm colors in this composition to portray those feelings. 

Final Project Composition Shooting Assignment

Final Project Composition Proposal

Shot #1-Tea
    Every morning after I get up, I have a cup of tea. I used to drink coffee in the morning, but I found that tea wakes me up just as well, and is much more refreshing. To me, tea is comforting and gets me ready for the day. I plan to take this picture using either birds eye, framing, or simplicity for this photo. I have a mug I made at Color-Me-Mine I made that I use every morning. I will take the photo so that the rim of the cup frames the tea bag inside, and at an angle downward as though to imitate my point of view.
Shot #2-Makeup
    After I get my tea, I start getting ready by putting on my makeup. I have a makeup table I use, and I'm hoping to do some kind of shot with a mirror and a makeup item. I have used makeup as subjects for shots before, and I like how they came out. I like the vibrance and colors. For this shot I will probably use symmetry, simplicity, or texture.
Shot #3-Closet
    I then pick out my outfit for school. I really like putting outfits together, and I think each article in my closet is representative of me. Often, my outfit has an effect on my day. If I pick out a particularly nice outfit, I will feel confident the rest of the day. I will probably use vertical lines in addition to repetition and variety.
Shot #4-School
    School is a large part of my day. I plan to take a picture from a worms eye view in order to portray the importance and dominance of school in my life. I hope to take a picture of the big CV, because that seems to represent the school as a whole, as no single aspect takes priority. I am very involved in my school as a whole and the large cv, to me, represents all the possibilities it offers and the different things I take part in daily.
Shot #5-Clock
   At the end of the day, I always start to look at the clock a little more often. I plan to take a photo of a clock that represents repetition and pattern as it nears three o'clock. To me, school represents order and a system that is on a repetitive pattern. I have the same classes at the same time every day. It puts me on a strict schedule that is dictated by the clock.
Shot #6-Snack
   After school I always have a snack to wind down and refresh. I like texture shots of fruit so I plan to do this in my photo. The texture shot captures the water in the fruit, which highlights the refreshing quality of it.
Shot #7-Music
   I have an activity related to music every day after school. I plan to take a picture using leading lines of the music, that lead to my violin in the background. For me, music has opened may doors and lead me on a path that has been successful. Music allows me to both relax and engage, and is an essential part of my day.
Shot #8-Candles and homework
   After I come home from rehearsals, it is always late. I get worried about finishing my homework. When I put candles on it has a very comforting and calming effect. I plan to use a birds eye view down on my homework because candles give me the stamina I need to finish everything I need to get done
Shot #9-Shower
   My shower is always the last part of my day. It is the only time I have all to myself to reflect on my day and things I need to do the next. I plan to take a texture shot of the water, as the hot water on my skin is a freeing and relaxing experience that winds me down.
Shot #10-Cuppy
    I plan to have my last shot be a picture of my cat sleeping. She usually sleeps next to me at night, and  I fall asleep petting her. For this shot I plan to use rule of thirds for this photograph.

Photographic Composition

Composition Shooting Assignment

DSLR Camera

DSLR and some iPhone

Elements and Principles of Photography

Image	E/P of Design	Rational
	Framing	Framing is when something in the photo surrounds a scene so as to focus the viewers attention to a specific part of a scene. This photo is a good example because I have fences around my house I could potentially use for my project.
	pattern/repetition	Pattern or repetition is when a photographer captures an image that has a design that duplicates throughout most of the photograph. I like this photo because I never thought of auditorium seats like this. I have been performing since age three and to me a picture like this shows the audience in an interesting way. It reminds me that there are patterns and repetition in places you wouldn't immediately think of
	birds eye view	Birds eye view is when the photograph is taken directly above the subject. This often portrays authority over the subject. I think this picture exemplifies bids eye view well, because it displays the view necessary, but also clearly shows dominance with the subject being a child. My baby cousins are close to me for the holidays, so I have the chance to take a photo like this.
	movement/rhythm	Movement can be shown in an image through blur and implied motion. In addition, it causes the eye to move around the photo. I like this photograph because I used to dance and it shows the importance of each part of a step. I may be able to take a picture like this of one of my friends, and capture different parts of their movement.
	horizon line	Horizon line makes use of the line between earth and sky. The picture is split upon the horizon line of the composition into two distinct parts. I always take pictures of the sunset because it is so beautiful. The pictures always end up coming out the same and with no comparison to what I actually saw, so I hope to take one that lives up to my expectations.
	vertical lines	Vertical lines make use of lines that run up and down. This photograph is not taken very well, but I like the idea of setting up art supplies. I think I may recreate this with markers or crayons and improve it.
	unity	When a photographer makes use of unity, they are connecting the entirety of their photo with some unifying effect. I think this is a good example because there is not really one subject of the photograph, other than the idea of unification. I want to take a photo like this with something other than hands.
	rule of thirds	The rule of thirds is used when objects are placed on the third lines as well as the focal points. The composition can also be split into thirds regarding the scene. Here, the kiss is placed on the focal point. I have a lot of holiday candy at my house right now, which would make a shot such as this possible. I like the idea of one thing being a different color, or standing out in a certain way being placed on a focal point.
	leading lines	Leading lines lead the eye to specific point or subject. The lines in this photograph lead the eye to a specific focal point in the distance. I have taken photos like this in the past, and there is a road that is not often too busy that I would have the chance to use if I wanted to recreate this scenario.
	horizontal lines	Horizontal lines are created from the lines going from left to right throughout the photograph. Horizontal lines usually portray a sense of tranquility and rest. That can be displayed in this picture, as the woman is resting on the stairs. I think stairs are a good example for horizontal lines and it would be easy to find some to photograph.
	texture	Photographers use use texture to portray the way something would feel. I like this picture as an example because the viewer is able to perceive the feel and consistency of the fur. I plan to photograph my animal's fur up close to create the same effect. e
	proportion/scale	Proportion is used to show the true size of something with something else as a reference. Often, a photograph masks the reality of an object but proportioning allows the photographer to show the viewer the actuality in size, usually in order to portray some type of theme. I like this picture because it shows that the object doesn't have to be a mini-version of something. You can use your hand, or anything to scale an object and make the photograph interesting.
	diagonal lines	Diagonal lines usually draw a viewer's eye through the photograph. It makes use of slanted lines to move the viewers eye. I chose this picture as my example because I have taken a photo like this before. I did not realize I used a specific technique, and I can now recreate it with more advanced knowledge of my camera.
	curved lines	Curved lines move the eye around the photograph and direct the eye in different ways. The eye usually follows a path of the curved lines. This photograph demonstrates curved lines well, as the curved edges of the leaves draws the eye and moves it down the photo. I have a plant like this at my house that I would be able to use to recreate this picture.
	symmetrical balance	Symmetrical balance refers to the photograph being equal on both sides. This photo exemplifies it well, and it reminds me of my driveway. I would be able to use my driveway to take a picture similar to this one.
	worm's eye view	Worms eye view shots are taken from a lower angle and look up at the subject. Worms eye view shots portray power and superiority. I like taking pictures like this, because its a view that people don't normally see. During the spring, I have taken many photos like this, and I plan to find things outside to photograph in the winter.
	emphasis	Emphasis is used to accent a single object or subject. This can be done through color, texture, size, or anything that is different from the rest of the photograph. This photograph exemplifies it well because it shows emphasis both visually and theoretically, with the flower growing through concrete. I really like this idea, and plan on recreating it with a flower in snow.
	variety	Variety is when the photographer captures objects varying in color, size, or shape. This can make for a interesting composition and allows the photograph to stray away from uniformity. I chose this picture because I had taken a picture very similar to it for a previous project. I like the way it is taken, and plan on taking one like it using other objects.
	simplicity	Simple compositions usually contain few objects or subject, and force the viewer to focus on the few things depicted. This allows for little distraction and draws all attention to one subject. This photograph is simple, as it contains a single subject and has minimal distractors. It would be easy to recreate with any subject of my choice.
	asymmetrical balance	Asymmetry is when there is a difference between the two halves of a photograph. This photo demonstrates asymmetry well, as the right side is significantly heavier than the left due to object placement. I love seeing hot air balloons and I hope to photograph them well some day.