Wednesday, December 3, 2014

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.

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