Thursday, April 9, 2015

Thursday, April 9 practice identifying types of shots personal project directions-due Thursday, April 27

Reminder: there is a test on Monday, April 13 on yesterday's readings, which includes the following. This is your homework grade (10%) of the 3rd quarter marking period. This will be the last grade that I will input for this marking period.
The marking period ends on Friday, April 17.

One marking period to go......

In class: 
1.We are reviewing the three types of shots you will be using.
2. Directions for your personal photojournalism project. The due date is Thursday, April 23. Please keep this page as a reference.

  3. Fundamental photo tips.




Three types of photos dominate photojournalism –1.establishing shots2. mid-range shots and 3. close-ups.

Let's practice identifying them.


 












































Personal photo project details.

Personal Photo Project is due Thursday, April 23
Of what will this consist?
    You may take as many pictures as you wish, but you will share only 10 images with the class.
Can I have more?
   No.
How will these be shared?
    You may have them on a Prezi or a Power Point or some other similar program.
So what are the parameters for taking these pictures?

      You must have an objective, that is a clearly defined point to taking your series of photos.This may range from something expressive or emotional to an event or occasion. This is not to be a haphazard collection or arrangement of images, but a thoughtfully planned out goal that unites an idea and demonstrates your proficiency in using various photo techniques to convey your ideas.  
 Can it be from some place I already took pictures?
      No, these are new images that demonstrate you have an understanding of the rules of composition, as used them to express your photo objective.

 What type of pictures must these be exactly?
  You may organize these how you wish, but within the pictures you must demonstrate your understanding the following:
        close-up
        mid range shot
        establishing shot
        symmetry
        use of foreground
        conscious incorporation of texture
        rule of thirds
       understanding of the placement of the horizon line 
       conscious incorporation of details
       varied perspective (tilting up or down)
       framing
      lighting


Obviously, more than one of these will be included in a shot; however, each must be addressed.

Paper Part

Not everyone can present on Thursday, April 23 but everyone must turn in the following graphic organizer. Be mindful that there is writing component  of the organizer. (class handout or adapt from below) Don't forget the reflection piece at the end.  Note that you will have class time on Tuesday and Wednesday, April 21 and 22 to assemble the writing component and Prezi / Power Points. Make sure to have your photos with you. There will be no class time on the 27th; I'll just collect your paperwork. If you wish you may put a copy of your photo onto the graphic organizer. 


Photojournalism Project                    Name_________________________________________________
Photo project objective statement:
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type of shot/ technical
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                                                In approximately 250 words, describe your process of taking the photos, including any pleasures, frustrations and obstacles you encountered. 

Take a look!

 face changes in different lighting http://imgur.com/gallery/wCslIbw

Ten tips for taking better photos


1. Hold It Steady

A problem with many photographs is that they're blurry. Avoid 'camera shake' by holding the camera steady. Use both hands, resting your elbows on your chest, or use a wall for support. Relax: don't tense up. You're a marksman/woman holding a gun and it must be steady to shoot.


2. Put The Sun Behind You

A photograph is all about light so always think of how the light is striking your subject. The best bet is to move around so that the sun is behind you and to one side. This front lighting brings out color and shades, and the slight angle (side lighting) produces some shadow to indicate texture and form.


3. Get Closer

   The best shots are simple so move closer and remove any clutter from the picture. If you look at most 'people' shots they don't show the whole body so you don't need to either. Move close, fill the frame with just the face, or even overflow it. Give your shot some impact. Use a zoom to crop the image tighter.


4. Choose A Format

Which way you hold the camera affects what is emphasized in your shot. For tall things (Redwoods, Half Dome) a vertical format emphasize height. Use a horizontal format to show the dramatic sweep of the mountains.


5. Include People

Photographs solely of landscape and rocks are enjoyable to take but often dull to look at. Include some of your friends, companions, family, or even people passing by, to add human interest. If there's no one around, include yourself with the self-timer.


Have you ever got your photos back only to discover that something that looked awe-inspiring at the time looks dull on paper? This is because your eye needs some reference point to judge scale. Add a person, car, or something of known size to indicate the magnitude of the scenery.


6. Consider Variety

  You may take the greatest shots but if they're all the same type or style, they may be dull to look at. Spice up your collection by adding variety. Include landscapes and people shots, close ups and wide angles, good weather and bad weather. Take personal shots that remember the 'being there' - friends that you meet, your hotel/campsite, transportation, street or hiking signposts.


7. Add Depth

Depth is an important quality of good photographs. We want the viewer to think that they're not looking at a flat picture, but through a window, into a three-dimensional world. Add pointers to assist the eye. If your subject is a distant mountain, add a person or a tree in the foreground. A wide angle lens can exaggerate this perspective.



8. Use Proportion

The beauty of an image is often in its proportions. A popular technique with artists is called the Rule of Thirds. Imagine the frame divided into thirds, both horizontally and vertically, like a Tic-Tac-Toe board. Now place your subject on one of the lines or intersections. Always centering your subject can get dull. Use the Rule of Thirds to add variety and interest.


9. Search For Details

It's always tempting to use a wide angle lens and 'get everything in'. However, this can be too much and you may loose the impact. Instead, zoom in with a longer lens and find some representative detail. A shot of an entire sequoia tree just looks like a tree. But a shot of just the tree's wide base, with a person for scale, is more powerful.


10. Position The Horizon

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20 Photos: South Korean ferry 'Sewol' is seen sinking at the sea off Jindo

The South Korean ferry 'Sewol' is seen sinking as flares are set off to aid the night search

20 Photos: A devastating fire in Valparaiso, Chile, consumed more than 100 houses
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20 Photos: Residents survey the damage after a forest fire burned homes in Valparaiso

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20 Photos: Oscar Pistorius rubs his eyes in court in Pretoria
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20 Photos: Spectators watch from the stands of the Kim Il Sung Stadium
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20 Photos: Gareth Bale celebrates after scoring Real Madrid's second goal
Gareth Bale celebrates after scoring Real Madrid's second goal five minutes from the end of the Copa del Rey final against Barcelona at the Mestalla stadium in Valencia. Real won 2-1 to claim the trophy
20 Photos: Penitents from the 'Cristo de la Buena Muerte' in Zamora, Spain

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20 Photos: A vet conducts medical examinations on a male orangutan in Sumatra
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