Photo One:
This is one of my best photos from the capturing light assignment. Compositionally, this phone has very strong line and positive/negative space. The stripes of the light in the photo lead the viewer repeatedly up and down the photo. The eye can start at the top and the lines of the light curve at the bottom, leading the eye back up the photo. As for positive/negative space, there is a nice black background around the light and in between the paths of light. As for technical aspects, there is clearly a very slow shutter speed because the camera was able to capture so many light trails. There is also very dark lighting in the room the photo was taken so that the light trails would stand out. I chose this piece because I loved the intricate colors in the light trails and the different colors that intertwine with each other throughout the streaks. There are always different places to look, whether it be at a different color, natural opacity, or line thickness. This photo I don't think conveys any kind of mystery, and it's not simply cute. It's just awesome to look at. |
Photo Two:
This is one of my all time favorite photos I've ever taken. This photo, from the aperture assignment, has very strong line/shape and focal point. With the shallow depth of field, the focal point is clearly the fine tuners and the tailpiece. As for line and shape, the circle ends of the fine tuners are a smooth shape, along with the f-hole, bridge and c-bouts that greatly contrast with the straight lines created with the strings. Technically speaking, the cello is a great example of contrast with the black negative space in the background. Also, this photo is a great example of lighting position. With the shadows from the fine tuners a viewer can see that the light is coming from the top right corner of the photo. Artistically, this photo is a great example of the power of point of view. When watching a cellist play, no one usually watches from below the musician, they would instead watch from straight on. So, a view from the bottom of the cello looking up offers a new perspective on a classic instrument. The fiery color of the cello stain is also stunning, as opposed to a more classic, delicate cello stain. |
Photo Three:
Looking at this photo, the compositional element that is more prevalent is the rule of thirds. Instead of placing the subject in the middle of the frame, the model is positioned in the right hand side of the photo. There is also a prevalent compositional aspect of angle. Instead changing where I was standing to add an angle to the face, a photo is taken straight on with a tilted face. The tilt in the face also adds to the technical aspect of light. The light source is clearly coming from the left side of the frame because the model's face is brightest on the left side. The turn of the face changes the amount of light that hits all sides of the face, adding range to the light values. This photo also represents contrast, as light lightness of his face and the stripes on his jacket contrast with the dark background. Artistically speaking, this photo is extremely compelling. The subject's mouth is in the process of opening, but what does that expression become? A laugh? A classic smile? It's perplexing. The angle of his face with a straight point of view from the camera also add to artistic point of view. |
Photo Four:
An interesting fact about this photo is that it was taken on my kitchen counter and the black background was made with my little brother's viola case. Technically, this photo represents a shallow depth of field, because the "G" is in focus and the rest of the letters gradually become less focused. Also, because this was taken in my kitchen, the light was natural and came from behind me, illuminating the fronts of the scrabble letters. Compositionally, this photo was taken with a straight on perspective, but the staggering of the letters adds interest. There is also a great sense of balance because the letters are evenly placed in the frame. Artistically, this is a compelling subject matter. If you didn't know who I was, it might make you wonder why the photographer chose to spell out "GRACE." That would create a sense of perplexing mystery. Also, using a viola case as a background is definitely an unexpected piece of the composition. |
Photo Five:
Unlike many of my other photos, this one was not taken on a DSLR and instead was taken on my phone. This photo is a great example of line and texture. The line created by the planks leads the eye from left to right and onto the overgrown grass next to it. The smooth texture of the blanks and the thick, stringy texture of the grass greatly contrast with each other. This photo was also originally black and white, but I think the natural colors of the brown wood, the green grass and the small purple flowers create a completely different, mystical mood. This is also an interesting point of view because just beyond this are the North Elementary soccer fields. Normally, this area of the grounds is overlooked by people playing soccer there during the fall season. No one even thinks to look beyond the fields to see what's around them and look at the fields from a different place. Technically speaking, this was a fast shutter speed because the photo is not too bright. The fast shutter speed didn't allow too much light to get in. Also, there is a wide depth of field because no one thing, like the flowers, is the only thing in focus. |
Photo Six:
I took this photo out of school and it's another one of my absolute favorites. I did a day trip with my friends to an abandoned train tunnel in northern MA. Compositionally, this photo is a great example of the rule of thirds. Instead of positioning the tunnel opening in the center of the frame, it's positioned on the right hand side of the photo. This creates a lot more interest, especially with the line and texture of the wet tunnel walls being illuminated by the last of the light. Technically, this photo is a great example of what light can do to change a photo. The light from outside the tunnel shines into the tunnel in such a way that's it's like death and the viewer is walking into the light. The shutter speed of this photo is also long, 1/15 of a second in order to light up an almost pitch black tunnel. Artistically, this photo is extremely eerie, as the light alludes to death and the darkness of the tunnel gives a creepy vibe. |
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