Composition Shooting Assignment

DSLR Camera

IPhone Camera

Elements & Principles of Photography

Leading Lines 

Definition- Where the viewers eyes are attracted to lines that lead them through the photograph.

This represents leading lines with the neon green lines on the side of the escalator to the top. I picked this picture because I simply like airports.

Vertical Lines 

Definition- Lines that run up and down in the photograph.

This is vertical lines because the color pencils  run up and down through the photograph. I chose this photo because its so simple it is and I really like the colors and how they standout.

Horizontal Lines

Definition-Lines that run from left to right in the photograph.

This could be horizontal lines because the lines of the house siding go throughout the photograph. I picked this photo because everyone loves going to there house and being home after a long day.

Diagonal Lines

Definition-Lines that run in a slanted direction through the photograph

This photograph could be diagonal line because how the lines run on the bench run up and down but travel to the left corner. I chose this photograph because how a simple object like this bench could be created into a unique photograph.

Curved Lines

Definition- Lines that move your eyes through the picture fallowing the curved line in a free flowing manner.

This shows curved lines because of how the pier travels through the photo and our eyes fallow it smoothly. This photo kind of reminds of one of my favorite spots to vacation growing up hence why i picked this photo.

Symmetrical Balance 

Definition- One side of the photograph matches up with the opposite side.

The trees line up to make this photograph symmetrical balance. I chose this photograph because winter would have to be my favorite season.

Asymmetrical Balance

Definition- Different objects on each side of the photograph.

This shows asymmetrical balance because of the line of camels on the left side compared to the building to the right on the opposite side. I chose this picture because I really enjoy photographs of colorful sunsets, so although I couldn't go out tomorrow and take this photo I really enjoy how it looks.

Unity

Definition-  The elements in a photograph being brought together as one.

Unity is showed with the hands being placed together, key word being together. I chose this photo because how simple, both to take and in general, yet meaningful it is.

Variety

Definition- A bunch of different objects that go together to make the photograph.

The different colors and flowers help to showcase variety in the photograph. How this photo means something to me?, well I enjoy flowers and think they are beautiful and this seems like a simple yet eye-catching photograph.

Movement/Rhythm

Definition- "Moves" the eyes through the photograph while showing some sort of action. 

Just like the definition says the viewers eyes are moved through the photograph with the line of the flying birds. I chose this photo because where I live we always have geese in our yard so I think its brilliant to create a photo like this. 

Emphasis

Definition- To have the subject of the photograph standout.

Emphasis gives the view a straight up answer to what the are looking at and in this case it is the basketball. I picked this photo because a lot of people in my family has done basketball and I enjoy going to their games.

Proportion/Scale

Definition- Comparing the size of one object to another.

In this photograph we are comparing the size of the MP3 to the people. For my reasoning of choosing this photo I just though it was very clever, and who doesn't love music?

Repetition/Pattern

Definition- A element being repeated other times throughout the photograph.

The sign is repeated throughout the photograph making in repetition/pattern. I'm actually going for my drivers test this month so thought a picture of a road would fit well.

Bird's Eye View

Definition-Being able to look down on the subjects in the photograph.

This  is giving the viewers a bird's eye view because of the angle looking down for a good distance at the city streets. I chose this photo because I actually got back from a trip to NYC. 

Worm's Eye View

Definition- Being able to look up at the subjects in the photograph

This is a worm's eye view because how the viewer is position, they are looking up at the subject. Picked this one because I actually did golfing courses for about 2 or 3 years.

Horizon Line

Definition- A horizontal line where the ground meets the sky.

In this case the horizon line is dividing the sky and water. I chose this photo because growing up my father owned a sailboat (that is now no longer, due to being to busy to sail) but now sailing is a hobby that I enjoy.

Rule of Thirds

Definition-The photograph is divided into 9 equal parts and the main subject should be placed along the lines or intersections.

This is rule of thirds is basically not in the middle and that's why the Labrador is shifted slightly to the right. Also when I saw this photo I had to use it because I love/have black labs.

Framing

Definition- Where the main subject in the photograph is "framed" by another subject.

This photograph has the girl's eye framed by the piece of wood. I really have no good reasoning for choosing this photo; other then the fact when I saw it I thought she looks like a teen and so am I, basically that's what went through my mind.

Simplicity

Definition-  A simple subject that is showcased creatively.

Simple, a leaf in snow. I picked this one because fall and defiantly winter are my favorite seasons.

Texture-

Definition- Letting the viewer see how the subject feels as if they themselves have touched it. 



The viewer is able to get a feeling of what the peacock feather may feel like, if they were to touch it. Lastly, I chose this photograph because my favorite animal is a peacock and my distant family actually has one.

Compositional Match Game

Compositional Match Game

Image	E/P of Design	Rational
	Framing	Directs viewer's attention to what is important using objects or elements existing in the scene.
	Repetition/Pattern	The repeated consistency of an element in work.
	Bird’s Eye View	View from above looking down.
	Rule of Thirds	Compositional rule of thumb where the whole image is divided into 9 equal parts; compositional elements should be placed along these lines or intersections.
	Symmetrical Balance	One side balances or mirrors the other.
	Vertical Lines	Lines that run north & south, shows grandness & spirituality.
	Unity	All elements of a piece of work together to produce a balanced, harmonious, complete whole.
	Asymmetrical Balance	Different objects balance each other out on the page.
	Leading Lines	Lines that lead the eye to other points in an image.
	Horizontal Lines	Lines that run east & west, shows rest, calmness tranquility.
	Diagonal  Lines	Lines that run in a slanted direction.
	Proportion/Scale	The relative size of one object in relation to another.
	Texture	The appearance & feel of a surface.
	Curved Lines	Lines that deviate from straightness in a smooth, continuous fashion.
	Movement/Rhythm	Shows action & the path of the viewer's eyes through the artwork.
	Worm's Eye View	View from below looking up.
	Emphasis	Elements in a piece that are given dominance or attract attention.
	Variety	Difference in elements & principles of design that give an  interesting composition.
	Simplicity	Singling out an item from their surroundings.
	Horizon Line	Used to emphasize the sky or the ground based on the placement of horizontal line where ground meets sky.

What is Composition?

.     What is composition?

- - Composition is the placing of the subject and how everything around it works together to create the photograph.

    Why is it important to understand & utilize composition in photography?

- -Composition is important because it help your photos standout to your audience.
 

   Describe aspects of a “snapshot”.

   -A snapshot is a point and shoot photo that is meant to capture a memory.
 

   Describe aspects of a “photograph”.

   -A photograph is meant to tell a story and hold a deeper meaning while simultaneously be creative and eye catching.

 

 "Photography is the art of  discovery”

Camera Basics Quiz

Group A

 

ISO- 200

Aperture- f/4.0

Shutter Speed- 1/13

To create a small depth of field I lowered my aperture so that my flowers would be in focus while my background would be blurred and made sure that my exposure meter was evened out.  

ISO-3200

Aperture- f/3.5

Shutter Speed-1/200

To capture a moving subject and freeze the motion was accomplished by changing the shutter speed to a lower faction of a second. Meaning the shutter is open for less time and is able to capture that movement. Once the shutter speed was faster I adjusted the aperture to even out the exposer meter.

ISO-200

Aperture- f/4.0

Shutter Speed-1/5
To keep this photograph void of grain was all about the ISO. For this photograph I had a low aperture making the background blurry but had no grain thanks to the ISO of 200 because of my lighting.

ISO-200
Aperture- f/6.3
Shutter Speed-3"
Although this photograph is creepy it is what I took from the prompt to "take a blurred motion selfie using the timer". So I figured the photograph had to show motion, so what I did was set the timer for 10 seconds and made sure I had a slow shutter speed and that my exposure meter was evened out. Once I hit the button to take the picture I waited the ten seconds for the camera to take the picture. Halfway through the photo I changed positions so that my background would be clear while I was not clear because of my motion.



Summary
Overall through this unit I learned about aperture and how basically a low number, meaning a small depth of field would just have the subject in the front clear while the rest is blurry. Then a large depth of field has everything in clear view and a high number. For shutter speed I learned that the faster the shutter speed the faster the shutter will close being able to capture the motion without blur compared to a slow shutter having blur. ISO is how the camera is going to react with the light. Last, white balance is simply how the whites are going to show in the photograph.



Understanding Focal Lengths

These photographs show my understanding of Focal Lengths

 

 

 

18 mm

ISO-400

Aperture- f/4.0

Shutter Speed-1/25

 

 

24 mm

ISO-400

Aperture- f/4.0

Shutter Speed-1/25

 

 

35 mm

ISO-400

Aperture- f/4.5

Shutter Speed- 1/20

 

 

55 mm

ISO-400

Aperture- f/5.6

Shutter Speed- 1/20

 

 

The focal length is magnification, or how much of the photograph is in view. The higher the number the more magnification and the lower the number the less magnification, meaning more is in view.