Slow shutter speed
Deep depth of field
Light Writing
Fast shutter speed
Shallow depth of field
Wednesday, September 10, 2014
Friday, September 5, 2014
Camera Exposure
Shutter Speed
The time it takes for the camera to open and close its shutter. This can range from 30 seconds to 1/4000 of a second. Faster shutter speeds (1/4000) freeze the frame and capture only the light that is present in that small amount of time. Slower shutter speeds (30 seconds) capture all of the light that is let into the frame. They can capture motion as well.
Slow
Fast
Aperture
The hole or an opening in a camera that light travels through. More specifically, the aperture is the opening that determines the angle of light rays that come to a focus in the frame. Aperture is recorded with an f-number. The lower the number, the larger the diameter of the aperture opening. When the number is higher, that means the aperture itself is larger, and more things are in focus. With lower aperture, the focus of the photo is usually only on one specific subject.
Low
High
ISO
How sensitive the camera is to the available light. The lower the ISO number, the less sensitive it is to the light, while a higher ISO number increases the sensitivity of your camera. When the ISO number is increased, the noise or graininess of the picture goes up. Usually higher ISOs are used when taking a photo in the dark without flash, or to balance out the aperture and shutter speed. Lower ISOs are used when there is plenty of natural lighting already available.
Lower (Still not very low)
Higher (Still not too high)
The time it takes for the camera to open and close its shutter. This can range from 30 seconds to 1/4000 of a second. Faster shutter speeds (1/4000) freeze the frame and capture only the light that is present in that small amount of time. Slower shutter speeds (30 seconds) capture all of the light that is let into the frame. They can capture motion as well.
Slow
Fast
Aperture
The hole or an opening in a camera that light travels through. More specifically, the aperture is the opening that determines the angle of light rays that come to a focus in the frame. Aperture is recorded with an f-number. The lower the number, the larger the diameter of the aperture opening. When the number is higher, that means the aperture itself is larger, and more things are in focus. With lower aperture, the focus of the photo is usually only on one specific subject.
Low
High
ISO
How sensitive the camera is to the available light. The lower the ISO number, the less sensitive it is to the light, while a higher ISO number increases the sensitivity of your camera. When the ISO number is increased, the noise or graininess of the picture goes up. Usually higher ISOs are used when taking a photo in the dark without flash, or to balance out the aperture and shutter speed. Lower ISOs are used when there is plenty of natural lighting already available.
Lower (Still not very low)
Higher (Still not too high)
Thursday, August 28, 2014
Artist Critique
How do your eyes travel through the frame?
What/where/who is your subject?
Do you know what you want to express, and is this message clear?
Would the photo look better through a different focal length (change in distance from subject)?
- When I look at this picture, my eyes at first look to the lighter part of the palm, and then travel over to the area where the fingers are grasping the palm.
- The subject of this photo is the hand of an ape. It is a close up picture and the ultimate focus is on that and only on that.
- This is expressing the detail and complexity of the ape, as it provides an extremely clear and detailed view of the wrinkles on the palm of the hand and the hairs on the fingers. You are also able to see the hair coming from the top of the hand, as it is longer and wraps around the side.
Would the photo look better through a different focal length (change in distance from subject)?
- I think the focal length of this photo is almost perfect, for if the picture were zoomed in a bit, the viewers would be missing some of the detail on the fingers and the edges of the hand. If it were taken closer, the viewers would only get to see the palm, and the photo would be less interesting overall.
Do you like this photo?
- I chose this photo to critique because I really like it. I like it because usually my favorite photos are those taken close up, and focus on one particular subject. This photo is not busy, but it is not too simple either. The composure of this photo was really well done, as there is a specific focal point and the lighting is also pretty well exposed over the entire photo. I really think it's interesting how the photographer got the ape to remain still long enough to take this picture and for it to turn out extremely clear, not blurry at all. I love how you can see every bit of detail in the palm, fingers, and all over the subject.
Tuesday, August 26, 2014
Fundamental Elements of Design
Space- An empty and blank area that is undefined by barriers.
Color- The property of an object that causes the reflection of light to effect the eye's sensations. Different sensations are created by the wavelengths of the light ray that is reflected.
Value- The measure of how light or dark a color is on a spectrum.
Line- Defined by two points, it is a long and narrow mark, showing the edge that can create different two dimensional figures.
Texture- How a certain substance or object feels when touched. Texture can also be seen, for example you can tell if something is fuzzy or slimy.
Color- The property of an object that causes the reflection of light to effect the eye's sensations. Different sensations are created by the wavelengths of the light ray that is reflected.
Value- The measure of how light or dark a color is on a spectrum.
Shape- The external appearance and outline of an object that defines its limits in space.
Form- The specific shape of an object that gives it individuality and character.
Line- Defined by two points, it is a long and narrow mark, showing the edge that can create different two dimensional figures.
Wednesday, August 20, 2014
5 Things That Inspire Me
1. Colorado / Nature
This inspires me because every summer I go out to Colorado and have the best time. All of the scenery is beautiful, including Aspen Mountain and Maroon Bells. I have a lot of friends there that I only get to see them for a few months out of the year, and they make sure that I have a great time while I'm up there. The beauty and everything about Colorado inspires me to do my best during the school year because I know the faster I get through it the faster I can go back. It also makes me very happy.
2. Dreams
Dreaming is very inspiring for me, especially about the future. Knowing that I could be anything I want to, and do anything I want to. One of my personal goals is to go to Duke University for college. Anytime I want to skip school or a homework assignment, I remind myself that one day I won't have to deal with any of it anymore and that if I really try it will be one step closer to going to Duke.
3. Faith- "Oceans (Where Feet May Fail)" by Hillsong UNITED
Faith inspires me to be a better person, to forgive, and to be thankful. The most inspiring mass I have ever gone to is at Duke University Chapel. It was about Genesis and how God creating the world. The sermon was really moving and motivating. It inspired me to become a better Christian and to be a better person all around.
4. Friends
My friends never fail to inspire me. It's pretty hard to explain, but when my friends make me laugh, they inspire me to make other people laugh as well. The most important trait in a friend for me is humor. When my friends make me laugh, I become happy. Happiness is inspiring in so many ways, because you can do so much with it.
5. Charity
Volunteering with disabled children inspires me because I get the opportunity to see first hand how challenged some people are. Even though the might be happy, they will never get to experience any of the freedoms and responsibilities in life. It inspires me to be a better person and never take anything for granted.
This inspires me because every summer I go out to Colorado and have the best time. All of the scenery is beautiful, including Aspen Mountain and Maroon Bells. I have a lot of friends there that I only get to see them for a few months out of the year, and they make sure that I have a great time while I'm up there. The beauty and everything about Colorado inspires me to do my best during the school year because I know the faster I get through it the faster I can go back. It also makes me very happy.
2. Dreams
Dreaming is very inspiring for me, especially about the future. Knowing that I could be anything I want to, and do anything I want to. One of my personal goals is to go to Duke University for college. Anytime I want to skip school or a homework assignment, I remind myself that one day I won't have to deal with any of it anymore and that if I really try it will be one step closer to going to Duke.
3. Faith- "Oceans (Where Feet May Fail)" by Hillsong UNITED
Faith inspires me to be a better person, to forgive, and to be thankful. The most inspiring mass I have ever gone to is at Duke University Chapel. It was about Genesis and how God creating the world. The sermon was really moving and motivating. It inspired me to become a better Christian and to be a better person all around.
4. Friends
My friends never fail to inspire me. It's pretty hard to explain, but when my friends make me laugh, they inspire me to make other people laugh as well. The most important trait in a friend for me is humor. When my friends make me laugh, I become happy. Happiness is inspiring in so many ways, because you can do so much with it.
5. Charity
Volunteering with disabled children inspires me because I get the opportunity to see first hand how challenged some people are. Even though the might be happy, they will never get to experience any of the freedoms and responsibilities in life. It inspires me to be a better person and never take anything for granted.
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