Below is an updated list of all assignments : End of term is only two weeks away, which means report cards are rapidly approaching

The following assignments will be included on the November report card:

1. Rule of thirds: hand in (10)
2. Photographer's Assign: hand in (10)
3. Pet Photographer Assign.: hand in (10)
4. Crop Assign: hand in (10)
5. 10 Apple shots (20)
6. Portrait (one in colour, one in black and white) (10)
7. Reflective Portrait (10)
8. 6 Colour shots (20)
9. Your name shot separately in objects (20)
10. Pet portrait (10)
11. 2-3 shots motion blur (10)
12. Studio skills (20)
13. What I have learned so far/reflection (10)
14. Photos organized in sets on Flickr (10)
15. Make me a contact (5)

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Assignment the week of Oct. 26-30

Assignment #9: The new assignment for this week is "so scary". This assignment is meant to inspire you to get some thematic classic Halloween shots, however you can interpret the quote however you want. Feel free to take a pic of your sister's morning bed head, or your brother's long toenails, or a pic of Mr. Fussell when he is telling you to get out of the halls and back to class. This assignment could be interpreted literally or otherwise. I would like you to take 6 or more shots, choose your best to post to Flickr. Use Friday's dress up day as an opportunity, I am sure there will many scary creatures lurking the halls.

Criteria: Intelligent and creative interpretation of "so scary", clear focused shots, playing with angles and utilizing the other conventions of photography ( refer to your sheet on taking a good phtograph).
Value: 20 marks

This week, continue taking your own shots for portfolio. Happy shooting!

Motion Blur Assignment Oct 21

As we discussed in class, try out the technique of creating a few motion blur photos. You can create a blur to try to create a painterly effect or to create a straight colour blur. Have fun playing with this technique. If you get some good shots send them to me.

Criteria: Artisic look and feel of photo, not just blurry, but blurred to create an artistic effect.

Value: 10 marks

What to work on for Friday Oct. 16

I am away today and Mr. Titley is in for me. You should continue to work on the following:

1. Take pics for the following assignments : name in objects, colours, pet portrait and written pet photographer assignment.
2. Move your photos from your L Drive to Flickr
3. Organize your photos on Flickr into sets
4.Create a folder with your first name and last initial in our new photostorage folder on the desktop
5.Delete ALL photos on your L drive once photos have been transferred.
6.Through Google go to how to crop a photo in CS4 ( There are several very clear videos)
You can then work on beginning to edit your photos slightly ( do not over crop) either in Flickr via Picnik or bring your pics into Photoshop CS4 and try cropping through this program.
If you have the chance, at least open up Photoshop and have a look around.

The weather is not that great today NO NIKONS OUTSIDE IN THE RAIN PLEASE!!

Take some pics on the weekend if you have your own camera.

Assignments for the Weeks of Oct. 5-16

Photo by: Alicia Higgins

Congratulations on a great first few weeks of photography. I see students expanding their creative thinking and pushing boundaries... in a good way! Reminder the Photographer Assignment is due, make sure you print out two photos or provide me with a link to a site if possible.


Weeks of Oct. 5-16

Assignment #4: Pet Portrait- Take a pic of your pet, or if you don't have a pet take one of a friend's pet or one that frequents your neighborhood. Get creative with angles, distance from your subject, rule of thirds or dress them up a bit. I have already seen a few great pet pics, keep shooting!
Criteria: In this assignment, I am looking for you to capture the true essence of your pet. Take them into an environment that lets them show their personality. Photo should be framed well, catch my attention, in focus,  and exhibit your pet's character.
Value: 10

Check out this article: How to Photograph Pets

Assignment #5 Written up and handed in: Google pet photographers and in your write up answer the following questions: What makes a good pet photographer? What skills beyond photography are important for a pet photographer? Find two great pet photos and hand in with this assignment, explain why you like the pics you chose.
Value: 10

Assignment #6: Colours - Head out and experiment with colour. You are attempting to get some interesting pictures of objects which will focus mainly on the colour of the objects. This should be an assignment where you focus on contrast in order to make your colour stand out. NO PHOTO RETOUCHING OF COLOUR IN EDITING PROGRAMS PLEASE. You are to take 6 good shots of 6 different colours ( you choose your favourites) Think about composing these shots, play with distance from your subject. This assignment may require you to use props.
Criteria: I am looking for contrast in the shot, the focal point should be the object in your chosen colour, minimal background interference, the colour should jump out at me.
Value: 20

Assignment #7: Your Name in Objects -  Using found or created objects, create the letters in your first name. Take a photo of each letter. The idea here is to put all of the letters together to make your name and then print it out. I would like to create an Isfeld Photo title to use on our bulletin board and on our blog banner.
Criteria: Photos should be clear, letters should be distinguishable, and you should get creative with your letters. Have fun!
Value: 20


Another reminder, you have an extra day for Thanksgiving, get outside and take some pics of family, friends,fall, or head to the beach.

Yet Another Great Apple Pic

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Photo by Emily Glowach

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