Assignments the Weeks of Nov. 15-30

Make the common uncommon: In this assignment you need to take a series of 10 or more shots in which you take a common item (1 item of your choice)  and make it the focus of a creative series of shots. Examples: a shoe, pencil, a skateboard,a tennis ball, a cell phone, toothbrush, eating utensils, books, ipod, a lock etc. Utilize your knowledge of angles, backgrounds, distance of shot ( vary the shots, do not take all close-ups)
Criteria: I will be using the composition of shots information as criteria for this assignment. SO READ THE ARTICLES BEFORE DOING THE ASSIGNMENT
Value: 20 marks

Photo by: Alex Bowen













Have a read on the composition of shots:
Creative Compositions: Finding Framing
5 Elements of Composition in Photography
http://digital-photography-school.com/5-more-elements-of-composition-in-photography

Photo: L. Chase

Friends and Family Assignment: Take a minimum of 10 shots focusing on capturing the personality and essence of your friends and family. If you have no friends, go find some. Seriously though, take pics of anybody. Just be polite and ask to take their pic first. Refer to the info in the previous three articles on composition and framing. Photo Tip: Move up close to your subject, you will generally take a better photo of them. Have your camera settings set to head and shoulders. Look for natural light, or create some reflective light. Have fun! Criteria: use the elements from the previous three articles. Value: 20 marks