Thursday, June 28, 2012

Photo Critique #1

Greg's photos


#1: I really like the motion that's happening in the picture. It's especially cool that it looks like he's about to chop the controller into pieces. Some things I would change about this picture is the tilt in the second picture. It's difficult to set the camera in the same position again, but it would have made the picture that much better I believe, if both shots had the same angling. Also, I like the use of shadows in this blur motion because it adds to the effect of a slightly dark photo.

#2: Perfect exposure in this sequence. The colors all really stand out on their own and the minute details in the texture of the picture can be seen, such as the biker's sweat or even the feel of the plants. The sky is also exposed well, which is something I've been having problems with. Kudos! You already know how the beam at the bottom affects the picture, but it's cool, I don't think it detracts from the overall picture. Maybe another thing to consider is not cutting off the second biker in the picture? I wish I could see more of him, but he has direction in the photo and looks like he's stopped in place, so I can deal.

#3: Again, I appreciate how good the exposure is in this picture. All the colors, especially the left photo,  are rich and vibrant and really make the pictures pop. Woo color! The positioning of the biker is right on a line of thirds in both pictures, leading the eye from the subject to the foreground. The planes in the picture give lots of visual interest. I wouldn't change a thing about this picture. Fine job!

In motion

sequence shot


 blur motion


stop motion

Monday, June 18, 2012

Writing Assignment #1

-Mary Ellen Mark

a photo that speaks volumes.
This photograph evokes raw emotions, seeing children trying to fit into characteristic adult roles. The scene is closed within this picture and the smoking girl immediately catch the viewer's eye. Each of the young girls is positioned on a vertical line of thirds, thereby dissecting the picture into two distinct halves.  The composition of this shot works well to not show entirely all of the children's bodies, but rather balances the subjects in focus with the background setting.  The girl sitting in the pool has such a dazzled look on her face, seemingly overcome with new experiences. Her positioning in the pool is separated by distance from the "older" girl, perhaps by chance or by her wariness of such taboo behavior. 
The girl in the foreground draws many immediate observations and conflicting emotions. Her stance is stand-offish, as if she couldn't care less about what you think of her. Have  you ever seen such a small child smoke a cigarette before?? It's still hard to believe that she's so young and already putting such terrible toxins in her body. She also looks as if she has make-up on, aging her appearance even more.

Monday, June 11, 2012

Composition







Various shots from the multiple places I'm staying right now. Enjoy!

Thursday, June 7, 2012

WOAH THIS IS MY FIRST POST IN MY CLASS. Going to go take pictures somewhere this weekend....? Need five pictures posted to the blog by Monday! Ready, GO.