1_Photography

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 * 1st Assignment**


 * Create a wiki** at Wikispaces.com
 * choose K-12 educational wiki
 * choose Basic wiki
 * once your account has been created, create a wiki page - the name should be Namedpub.wikispaces.com
 * example: johndpub - your wiki address will then be **http://www.johndpubwikispaces.com**
 * send your wiki address in an e-mail to me at - **mikeller.2010@gmail.com**
 * I will create a link with your name on the sidebar of my wiki, so that you or anyone else (Mr. Keller) can check out your work.


 * 2nd Assignment**


 * Create a voki on your **Home** page that introduces your wiki to visitors - go to www.voki.com
 * copy the code after it has been created, and paste it into a widet on your site (Mr. Keller will demonstrate)
 * Answer the following 3 questions below on your **Home** page:


 * Questions**:

1) Tell me about the computer classes that you have taken at REC.

2) What type of technology related plans after high school?

3) What do you hope to get from the course?


 * 3rd Assignment**

Watch the TED talks video on Photography - National Geographic

As you are watching, jot down a couple of points for "Tips on Being a Professional Photographer", below.


 * Tips on Being a Professional Photographer** - (Qualities)


 * You need to be a good storyteller - pictures tell a story
 * The pictures need to connect with people in an emotional way to be successful
 * Needs to be able to take good quality pictures consistently - day in and day out.
 * "Magic" photos are rare. Pro photographers are always looking for that "magic" photo.
 * Learn to be culturally sensitive and aware - ie. learn as much about the subject that you are shooting, as you can.
 * Dedication - Follow your vision and plans to the end
 * Patience - loads of patience
 * A good photographer can see a picture or story developing and will stick with it, until he/she has what they want.


 * 4th Assignment**

Watch the video that Mr. Keller has on professional photographers. Complete the 2 sets of lists below:


 * Tips for Taking Better Photos from the Pros**


 * **"The Sweeping picture"** - encapsulates the story in one picture - it tells the whole story.
 * You need to take a lot of photos to get a few good ones. In fact National Geographic photographers take on average 1500 photos for every one that is published. Pro photographers can take 25,000 - 35,000 photos per assignment.
 * Be Ready - That camera has to be on the ready at any time - you also must be very familiar with your equipment.
 * You must be in the heart of the action. You cannot "hang back", and hope that a good photo will come along.
 * Become an apprentice to an accomplished photographer - learn from the "masters"
 * Learn as much as you can about the subject - shoot in your own "backyard" - choose subjects that you know.
 * Get a liberal Arts education
 * "If your photos aren't good enough, you aren't reading enough" - Paolo Pellegrin
 * Use "Environmental photos" - close enough to your subject, but step back to show your subject in its environment.
 * Travel light - carry only what you need.
 * Keep at it - keep working that scene - you may need to take a dozen shots before the right moment appears.
 * Learn from your mistakes


 * 5th Assignment**

I would like a write up and examples of some of their best work. Please include a bibliography with your work. Save your research as a pdf and post a link on your page (which is on my master wiki). Also include a picture of the photographer above the link. Select this:
 * Research a famous** **photographer**.

 for specific questions and ideas for your project.
 * [|Details]
 * [[file:mkellerappsoft1/Famous_Photographers.doc|Download]]
 * 43 KB

Here is an example for


 * 6th Assignment**

=**Elements of Design**=

**slideshow # 1**


1) Create "Taking Better Photos - Elements" Powerpoint. - See Master Powerpoint as an example. Type your name on the Title slide.

Place 2 photos from Flikr on the first slide that demonstrates the first principle. Then, add two of your photos on the next slide. That means that you will need 2 slides for each category. ex. 5 elements x 2 slides = 10 slides plus Title slide.

[|An overview of Elements and Principles of Design]
 * Elements** (a part of the photo)

> They are natural to us (ex. the horizon) Vertical lines suggest dominance (ex. trees dominate the landscape). Diagonal lines give us a feeling of movement or tension. Smooth curves are pleasing to our eye. Angular curves are not. They create a sense of confusion. > [|Video on "Lines"] Photos from Flikr:
 * 1) **Lines** - are made up of moving dots. They can be used to convey motion. Horizontal lines bring peace and harmony to the photo.




 * 2. Shapes** - are made from lines.

Another good intro to [|Elements] with def'ns. Shapes are 2D (two dimensional) figures that can either be geometric or organic (found in Nature).. Some of the geometric shapes are listed below. We will look at the geometric shapes only for our assignments. Here's a short video on [|shapes and abstract photography].
 * Triangles - are stable, they also can be used to lead our eyes.
 * Squares - are stable and boring. We don't see the lines that create the square, only the space that is created.

__**Videos**__ We can begin by watching a video on "Backgrounds" and "Light" - general introduction to photography.
 * **Backgrounds** - Watch for distracting objects behind your subject.
 * Use a larger aperture (f2, 2.8, 4) to help isolate your subject (blur the background).


 * Light** - 4 considerations

Try this series on [|Light]
 * Time of Day - morning and evening give us warm, soft light
 * Position of Light - Backlighting, side lighting and frontal lighting all give a different "look" to a photo.
 * Light and Shadow - watch for the play of these together
 * Correct Exposure - Use exposure compensation to get the best "look"


 * Types of Light**


 * Hard Light - High contrast, has a certain sparkle to it's quality. Shows a lot of detail, but is not flattering for portraits.
 * Soft Light - Low contrast, is more flattering for portraits, however, it can appear to be somewhat dull.


 * Shapes** cont.
 * Rectangles - Also stable, but not as much as squares. They are more varied than squares, and therefore are more interesting.
 * Circles - Very pleasing the the eye, and stable.
 * Ovals - Like rectangles compared to squares, they are more interesting than circles.

3. **Color** Find a definition of color, as it relates to elements of a photograph. Find 2 examples of complementary colour, in or around the school.
 * Watch video on [|complementary]****[|colours]**
 * How colour [|affects our mood]**


 * Show photoshop example of how to use gaussian blur filter to isolate a subject.

before after gaussian blur

4. **Texture** Find a definition of texture, as it relates to elements of a photograph. Some tips on shooting texture can be found [|here]. Tips on adding extra in a photograph with Photoshop can be found [|here]. After you find a definition of texture, I would like you to read the above tips and add a few point form tips onto your slide. Another review of the Elements of Design in one [|drawing].

5. **Form** Form is the 3D counterpart to 2D drawings (ex. what a cube is to a square). In other words, forms are three dimensional shapes. Forms can be geometric or organic. We can walk around 3D forms. They help create perspective and depth in our photography. Here is a good [|video] on creating "depth", using form, as well as light, shadow, colour, design, etc.



6. **Value or Tone** (lightness or darkness of an object) "In art or photography, tone refers to the degree of lightness or darkness of an area. Tone varies from the bright white of a light source through shades of gray to the deepest black shadows". To read more, see [|here].



7. **Space** Space is the area around a shape or the distance between 2 shapes. The shape is the positive space, and the area around it is the negative space. Space is necessary to frame your subject.

Here are some examples of the use of space, and also a god review of the [|Elements of Photography]. Here is a video on the use of [|negative and positive space].



Compress your powerpoint slide show (under "File" - "Reduce File Size") and post to your "Photography" page on your wiki.

= = =Video Intermission= Some photography videos that you might want to check out: > > > In your wikis, under "Photography", use the above titles, and summarize the presentations with 3-5 points for each.
 * TED Talks - "[|Impossible Photography]" by Erik Johansson
 * [|TED Talks] - [|Sebastiao Salgado]
 * [|Flying cameras]
 * [|Drone Threats]?
 * "[|The Beautiful Nano Details of our World]" - Gary Greenberg
 * "[|Imaging at a Trillion Frames per Second]"
 * [|Portraits of Vanishing people]

=**Principles of Design**=

**slideshow # 2 [[file:2_Principles of Design_2017-18.pptx]]**
A good intro to the concept of [|Principles of Design] A video on [|symmetrical vs asymmetrical balance.]

[|Formal and Informal Balance] 1. **Balance** It is a state of equalized tension and equilibrium, which may not always be calm.
 * **Symmetrical** - produces a formal balance that is stable, but can become boring if used too often.
 * **Asymmetrical** - produces an informal balance that is attention attracting and dynamic.
 * **Radial** balance is arranged around a central element. The elements placed in a radial balance seem to 'radiate' out from a central point in a circular fashion.
 * **Overall** is a mosaic form of balance which normally arises from too many elements being put on a page. Due to the lack of hierarchy and contrast, this form of balance can look noisy.

2. **Direction** (movement)

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All lines have direction - Horizontal, Vertical or Oblique. Horizontal suggests calmness, stability and tranquillity. Vertical gives a feeling of balance, formality and alertness. Oblique suggests movement and action =====

The element of direction can have a powerful influence on the mood of a painting. It is something often overlooked, but making a conscience decision about the dominant direction in a painting can have a noticeable effect on the atmosphere of the work.

Sometimes the subject will dictate the dominant direction. Sometimes the subject will allow you to impose a direction on it.In the paintings below the subject dictates the direction. The strong horizontal lines of the water, boats and buildings in the first example give a feeling of stillness and calm. In the second example, the diagonal lines of the shoreline and the rocks reinforce the feeling of movement. The third example has a dominant vertical direction which adds a static orderly influence to what might be a random chaotic painting. - John Lovett







Other examples of direction in photos:



3.
 * Gradation (m****ovement)**

As you can see below, the color gradient goes from a warm color to a cool color. In the B & W gradient, it goes from a dark tone to a light tone. In both of these cases, there is some movement - that is, your eye follows the change in tone or color, resulting in a sense of "movement". In contrast, the solid black cube is "static" as far as movement is concerned, because there is no change.



4. **Patterns/Repetition/Rhthym** Patterns can be interesting by themselves. They become even more interesting if there is some change in the pattern.



5. **Contrast**

Watch this [|video] on the contrast of light and colour. Choose 3 of the following types of contrast for your slideshow. The bolded examples of contrast are recommended (easy to find in the school).
 * Space
 * Filled / Empty
 * Near / Far
 * 2-D / 3-D
 * Position
 * Left / Right
 * Isolated / Grouped
 * Centered / Off-Center
 * Form
 * Simple / Complex
 * Beauty / Ugly
 * Whole / Broken
 * Direction
 * Stability / Movement
 * Structure
 * Organized / Chaotic
 * Mechanical / Hand-Drawn
 * ===**Size**===
 * Large / Small
 * Deep / Shallow
 * Fat / Thin
 * ===**Color**===
 * Grayscale / Color
 * Light / Dark
 * Complementary
 * ===**Texture**===
 * Fine / Coarse
 * Smooth / Rough
 * Sharp / Dull
 * Density
 * Transparent / Opaque
 * Thick / Thin
 * Liquid / Solid
 * Gravity
 * Light / Heavy
 * Stable / Unstable

6. **Harmony** Harmony in visual design means all parts of the visual image relate to and complement each other.



Check out these color wheels for Color scheme ideas. Choose 1 of the schemes as your model to find in or around the school. [|Color Wheel]

7. **Dominance/Emphasis**

Watch this [|video].

Dominance gives an object interest, counteracting confusion and monotony. Dominance can be applied to one or more of the elements to give emphasis.




 * An [|example] of Dominance, sub-Dominance, and Subordinate elements in a photograph.

8. **Unity**

When all elements are in agreement, a design is considered unified. [|Unity of Design]


 * Principles of Design - Source - Wikipedia



=**Compositional Tools**=

**slideshow # 3**

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The Composition SlideShow



Pick up the slideshow from the Shared Storage, called "Composition_Master_Short". There are eight (8) composition assignments within this slideshow. order to demonstrate that you understand the concept.
 * The first slide in each topic is a def'n and demo for you.
 * The 2nd slide in each topic is empty - for you to get two (2) examples from FLICKR, in
 * The third slide is for you to place two (2) of your pics that you have taken.

Total = 33 pts 1 title slide - 1pt 8 slide topics
 * 16 pics from FLICKR - 16 pts
 * 16 pics that you have taken - 16 pts


 * Assignment a)**

"Rule of Thirds" Remember: thirds can be horizontal or vertical, as well as an intersection at the 4 points. [|Rule of Thirds intro]

__[|Rule of Thirds - New Video]__

__Check out this PDF - further explanation__

Now, check out my examples in the slideshow.


 * Assignment b)**

"Leading Lines"

Check out this series: [|Leading Lines] [|Leading Lines 1] [|Leading Lines 2] [|Leading Lines 3]

Modify Assignments after this point - to better suit new slideshow entitled "Composition Master_Short" ---


 * [|Rule of Odds]**

"Keeping it Simple" Take 2 pics that demonstrate the composition principle of keeping the subject simple. This means that you should move in a little closer, and be careful to keep the background uncluttered and simple. The subject can be anything that you like. Check out this show.
 * Assignment b)**

"Less is more" - Try to keep things simple and uncluttered. "KISS" principle - "keep it simple and straightforward"

"Getting in Close" Try getting in **very** close, and taking an abstract detail - you may get unusual results.
 * Assignment c)**
 * (4 photos of abstract details on 2 slides).**


 * [|__Thomas Hawk - Photo Walk__ ("Getting in Close or Filling the Frame")]

Try using different lenses for unusual perspectives ex. an ultra wide lens Try getting in **very** close, and taking an abstract detail - you may get unusual results. Try as many different perspectives as you can think of (sideways, up/down, on your belly, up high, etc) - photographing everyday objects. Digital is free - so shot a lot. Take 15-20 shots of the same subject.

"Selective Focus" Use a low angle to visually isolate your subject against the sky or a wall If your background is not sufficiently out of focus, don't despair (it may not be with these small sensor cameras) Use Photoshop to help to "selectively focus".
 * Assignment d) (Works better with DSLR cameras)**
 * 4 photos (2 per slide)**
 * __Selective Focus__

a) Open the the document in the Pick up folder, entitled, "Close Focus" b) Objective - Isolating your subject from the background. c) Assignment - To create a photo similar to the Dragon fly in the article. d) Technique - Use a large aperture on the camera (AV setting) - Use a low angle to visually isolate your subject against the sky or a wall - If your background is not sufficiently out of focus, don't despair (it may not be with these small sensor cameras) - Use Photoshop - Select the subject in Photoshop ex. the dragon fly, and choose "inverse selection". Now, add a filter to the background. Try "Gaussian Blur" and adjust the strength to your taste. It should be something realistic. Post to your wiki as "Selective Focus"


 * Assignment e)**

"Visualization" [|Video on Composition Tips]

You need to "visualize" in your "minds eye", what you see in life. That is, approaching the subject in a way that "captures" the essence of what you see and what you want to present. It is possible to use framing aids, in order to help compose your photo.


 * Assignment f)**

Some videos on Landscape photography - Good suggestions and tips for better photos. Some examples of frame within a frame in here as well.


 * [|Antony Spencer]
 * [|10 Tips for Better Landscapes]

Check out this reading on FWAF - Frame within a frame http://digital-photography-school.com/composition-exercise-frame-within-frame

Add 2 slides to your Composition slide show - 2 from Flikr, 2 of your own photos.




 * Assignment g)**

[|Tips on Composition] - "Simplification and Negative Space"


 * __No Horizon / Horizon__


 * Assignment h)**
 * __Diagonals__


 * Assignment i)**
 * __Vertical vs Horizontal Framing__

Check these out for some different ideas:
 * Videos for inspiration -** Something completely different from elements, principles and composition, but very interesting.

[|Imagination in photography]

=---= =**Tips and Tricks**=

**slideshow # 4**
= = To create a sense of movement in the photo and as a means of isolating your subject, you can do one of the following:

- **Panning** (subject is still, background is blurred, or has movement) - **Time exposure** (subject is moving, background is still)

Examples of panning:

Examples of Time Exposure: = = =**Action Shots**=

**(freeze and blur)**
a) Open the slideshow in the Pick up folder (Desktop Publishing) entitled "Action Shots" Take notes on the article linked on slide 11. Post this on your wiki under the "Photography" section. b) Watch the video (slide 13 link). c) Take the 5 shots - 2 blurred, 3 Freeze frame shots. d) You will be creating a new Powerpoint slide show, entitled "Action Shots". Place your photos in here. Format the slideshow, and make it look good.

Notes: You can use any the toys - hula hoops, etc., if they might help you in getting good shots. You can find an area of the school to practice and photograph.


 * __Resources__**

"The Snapshot Interview" [|Portrait Lighting by B & H]

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Transcript here

"Life of Water" - video 100 photographers from across Canada, came together to share their vision of this subject - water.

Something totally different - [|Zombie Parasites] by National Geographic. An interesting look at how one researcher used his imagination and imaginative techniques to photograph the world of parasites.