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.