Today we will finish up the critique.
After we complete it you will continue with your research on the history of photography. Today explore the work of two significant pioneers of photography.
Sir John Herschel
Joseph-Nicephore Niepce
Louis Dageurre
Who were these men and what were their contribution to the development of photography?
Friday, January 31, 2014
Wednesday, January 29, 2014
Critique Today
Today we will look at the two projects we have been working on, the 20 pictures of a single object and the still life.
Take 15 minutes to think about what you're going to say about your work as well as a couple of classmates work.
I expect everyone to contribute in an articulate and creative manner.
Take 15 minutes to think about what you're going to say about your work as well as a couple of classmates work.
I expect everyone to contribute in an articulate and creative manner.
Monday, January 27, 2014
Assignments Due - Plus Research on the Camera Obscura
Today the following projects are due. Please make sure they are posted to your blog:
If you have completed these assignments then begin research on the Camera Obscura.
SHARE THIS RESEARCH WITH ME ON A GOOGLE DOC!!!
First begin with this video...it's a brief history of photogrqphy from TED.
Illuminating Photography, From camera Obscura to Camera Phones
Use the following questions to guide you in your exploration of the camera Obscura:
- 20 pictures of a single subject
- Still Life and Statement.
If you have completed these assignments then begin research on the Camera Obscura.
SHARE THIS RESEARCH WITH ME ON A GOOGLE DOC!!!
First begin with this video...it's a brief history of photogrqphy from TED.
Illuminating Photography, From camera Obscura to Camera Phones
Use the following questions to guide you in your exploration of the camera Obscura:
- What does the term Camera Obscura mean?
- What IS a camera Obscura?
- What were the earliest examples of the principles the Camera Obscura utilizes?
- How does the Camera Obscura work?
- How was it used?
- Who is credited with first using the camera Obscura in painting?
- What role did the Camera Obscura play in the development of photography?
Here are some resources to help you:
Thursday, January 23, 2014
Adjustment Layers Review - Hue/Saturation, Levels, Curves
Today we will review how to use Photoshop Adjustment Layers.
Creating adjustment layers
Do one of the following:
For Hue-Saturation (Converts to Black and White)
1. Click the New Adjustment Layer button
at the bottom of the Layers panel, and choose Hue/Saturation
2. Move the Saturation slider all the way to the left
3. Click ok
Here is a video showing how to do it.
For Levels (Adjusts Contrast in your picture)
1. Click the New Adjustment Layer button at the bottom of the Layers panel, and choose Levels
2. Move the Shadows, Midtones, and Highlights Sliders to adjust the range of contrast in your image
3. Click ok
Here is a video showing how to do it.
This link will take you to a description of using Levels in Photoshop. The photo in the example is in color but it works the same in black and white.
Curves
Previously we learned how to adjust and improve the overall tonal contrast of an image with Levels using the Levels adjustment layer.
Creating adjustment layers
Do one of the following:
For Hue-Saturation (Converts to Black and White)
1. Click the New Adjustment Layer button
at the bottom of the Layers panel, and choose Hue/Saturation2. Move the Saturation slider all the way to the left
3. Click ok
Here is a video showing how to do it.
For Levels (Adjusts Contrast in your picture)
1. Click the New Adjustment Layer button
at the bottom of the Layers panel, and choose Levels2. Move the Shadows, Midtones, and Highlights Sliders to adjust the range of contrast in your image
3. Click ok
Here is a video showing how to do it.
This link will take you to a description of using Levels in Photoshop. The photo in the example is in color but it works the same in black and white.
Curves
Previously we learned how to adjust and improve the overall tonal contrast of an image with Levels using the Levels adjustment layer.
The levels tool is good for adjusting the shadows and highlights of a picture, but it is limited in its ability to adjust the mid-tones in a picture. There is only one slider for the gray tones in the levels tool.
When we use Curves we have the ability to adjust many different tones of gray in our image.
Please watch the video below to learn how to locate and use the Curves adjustment layer.
Tuesday, January 21, 2014
Assignment - Still Life
The Still Life was one of the first subjects of interest in photography.This was due to the influence of painting on early photographers as well as the fact that the cameras themselves took a long time to expose the image.
Check out some of these examples...
35 Superb Examples of Still Life photography
40 Interesting Examples of Still Life Photography
Your assignment is to create an atmospheric still life.You can work with any almost type of light source, including daylight, indoor light, reading lamps, or light boxes. I suggest you avoid flash, as this will create harsh shadows.
Experiment with the arrangement of your elements in the composition until you find the best picture possible.Pay particular attention to the background in your arrangement.
Try using different apertures (F stops) to manipulate the Depth of Field (amount of image in focus) in your picture.
You might also try using deliberate over or underexposed to create a particular mood.
Write a brief statement about your picture including your intentions and the technical aspects of the image, such as exposure and any photoshop manipulation you may have used.
Check out some of these examples...
35 Superb Examples of Still Life photography
40 Interesting Examples of Still Life Photography
Your assignment is to create an atmospheric still life.You can work with any almost type of light source, including daylight, indoor light, reading lamps, or light boxes. I suggest you avoid flash, as this will create harsh shadows.
Experiment with the arrangement of your elements in the composition until you find the best picture possible.Pay particular attention to the background in your arrangement.
Try using different apertures (F stops) to manipulate the Depth of Field (amount of image in focus) in your picture.
You might also try using deliberate over or underexposed to create a particular mood.
Write a brief statement about your picture including your intentions and the technical aspects of the image, such as exposure and any photoshop manipulation you may have used.
Wednesday, January 8, 2014
Welcome to Photo 2!
Welcome to class! Prepare yourself to be challenged! Photo 1 was safe and easy for most of you, but now it's time to seriously explore your creative and expressive side.
The expectations are significantly higher this time.
First we'll go over the syllabus and projects for the semester, and then we'll each set up a blog. After you create your blog send the address to me at johncazort@ga.ozark.k12.mo.us.
Also, please review the syllabus with your parent or guardian and ask them to send me an email confirmation that you have read it.
NEXT CLASS: Bring your camera plus items that you would like to include in a Still Life composition.
The expectations are significantly higher this time.
First we'll go over the syllabus and projects for the semester, and then we'll each set up a blog. After you create your blog send the address to me at johncazort@ga.ozark.k12.mo.us.
Also, please review the syllabus with your parent or guardian and ask them to send me an email confirmation that you have read it.
NEXT CLASS: Bring your camera plus items that you would like to include in a Still Life composition.
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