How is your image different than a simple ID photograph? The image is different because I added flowers to the photograph to make the picture more complex. What lighting techniques did you use ? I added an umbrella light on the left side of her, and expanded on the whites. What is the feeling / mood that is set by the combination of lighting and your model? The feeling is joy and happiness because of the colors and brightness that were used in this. What could you do differently to heighten that mood? I could get rid of a few shadows on the photograph.
How is your image different than a simple ID photograph? In an average ID photograph I would be taking it of just their face, not their profile. What lighting techniques did you use ? I expanded on the shadows of her cheek bones and had her against a black background to emphasize her skin tone more. What is the feeling / mood that is set by the combination of lighting and your model? Dark, I went for the mood I felt when I saw Johnny Depps profile. What could you do differently to heighten that mood? I could have darkened her hair more in the photograph, and not let the light from her hair in the picture.
How is your image different than a simple ID photograph? It's not really that different, the lighting and head positioning is the only thing thats somewhat different. What lighting techniques did you use ? Just one small umbrella lamp that bounced off a side wall onto her face What is the feeling / mood that is set by the combination of lighting and your model? Either mystery or just laid back What could you do differently to heighten that mood? Make the white balance a little lower.
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Why did you select the image? Because it reminds me of Mexico and how much fun I had. How is the image compositionally dynamic? I used darker contrasts in the image How does the viewer's eye move around the image? Because there is so much going on in the image to look at. What technical considerations did you make when shooting the image ( aperture, depth of field, shutter speed, etc.) I adjusted the depth of field and the lighting (which is a little difficult to see because its in black and white.
Why did you select the image? I think its a good example of focus on certain objects How is the image compositionally dynamic? I used a darker contrast on this photo as well How does the viewer's eye move around the image? The viewer could either be looking at the number or the background. What technical considerations did you make when shooting the image ( aperture, depth of field, shutter speed, etc.) I focused on the aperture.
Why did you select the image? I think I set this photo up very nicely and focused on all the correct things. How is the image compositionally dynamic? I used a lighter contrast How does the viewer's eye move around the image? From the pole to the seats in the auditorium What technical considerations did you make when shooting the image ( aperture, depth of field, shutter speed, etc.) Aperture and depth of field.
Why did you select the image? I loved the highlights this image had. How is the image compositionally dynamic? I used a lighter contrast How does the viewer's eye move around the image? From the colors on the scarf to the black backdrop. What technical considerations did you make when shooting the image ( aperture, depth of field, shutter speed, etc.) Lighting, I aligned the light to add extra highlights to the image, as well as aperture
Why did you select the image? The color choice How is the image compositionally dynamic? A lighter contrast color How does the viewer's eye move around the image? From the flowers to the grey back drop. What technical considerations did you make when shooting the image ( aperture, depth of field, shutter speed, etc.) Aperture
Why did you select the image? Because he's my favorite singer, and I loved the lighting during the finale. How is the image compositionally dynamic? A very dark contrast How does the viewer's eye move around the image? There's so much to look at, such as the guitar, sparks falling, lights in the distance or the stage with his band. What technical considerations did you make when shooting the image ( aperture, depth of field, shutter speed, etc.) Shutter speed and depth of field.
Why did you select to combine the images you chose? The portrait as well as the landscape was good quality, and I figured it would create an overall better picture quality. What message or mood is conveyed by their combination? Happiness because of the bright colors and warm sunny day. What part(s) of your image do you feel were particularly successful? Why? The color contrast between the grass and the flowers. What would you like to manipulate further/touch-up? The dullness on the top left and right of the photograph.
Do you feel the images are successful? yes, this image is very successful because he always makes me happy and laugh, which is portrayed in the photograph. How did you bring your viewer the emotional attachment you have to the subject? The viewer can see how goofy and funny my little brother is. If you were someone's favorite person, how would you want to be photographed? In a picture where I'm smiling and happy.
Do you feel the images are successful? Yes, this was taken this past Sunday where it was FINALLY a nice day out so I could go canoeing in Lake Rico, it was sunny and just overall a good day. How did you bring your viewer the emotional attachment you have to the subject? By putting my Lokai bracelet in it, the Lokai bracelet is a way of finding a "mental balance" which I find when I'm on Lake Rico. Gives me time to think about everything with zero to little distractions. If you were someone's favorite person, how would you want to be photographed? In a picture where I'm smiling and happy.
Do you feel the images are successful? Yes I took this picture right after my friends and I went mudding and had to wash it. Although, I wish there was a way I could have gotten the stick shifter in the photograph to portray how much fun it is to drive a standard. How did you bring your viewer the emotional attachment you have to the subject? By taking the Jeeps top off, it's not just a daily driver it's driving for fun. If you were someone's favorite person, how would you want to be photographed? In a picture where I'm smiling and happy.