Panorama, High Definition Resolution, and Layering

Panorama: 

I love this picture because I think it shows the true beauty of Portland. I love the color detailing in this photo, and how deep the blues and reds are in it. To edit this photo I darkened it a little bit, and also adjusted some of the colors and contrast. I then blended all 7 photos into a panorama on Photoshop, which gave me this final image. 

Layering: 

I love this picture for many reasons. This photo is an example of layering two photos on top of each other, making each slightly transparent so that they can both be seen. The first photo is a picture of a present bow, which I edited to give it a golden tint. The second photo is a picture of lights wrapped around a tree, and I used camera shake to drag out the lines. I think that these two pictures complement each other perfectly by contrasting in color and shape. 

High Definition Resolution (HDR)

For this picture, I blended three photos together that were all taken in the same spot, but at different exposures. I used a very underexposed photo, a normally exposed photo, and an overexposed photo of the river for this picture. I adjusted the colors and detailing, which gives it more of a painted effect. I think that this picture is almost like a fantasy, given the color combinations and beautiful textures created by the river and clouds. 

Assignment #5: Motion

Stop Motion:
I love how the camera caught the motion and texture of the hair while it was moving. I think that the shapes it produced are very interesting, along with the contrasting colors of brown, blonde, and red bricks in the background.

Tripod Use:

I think this picture of fascinating. The way that the feet are lined up next to each other and gradually fade is intriguing and mysterious. I edited it using the vignette setting to increase the visibility of the ghost feet, and to draw your attention into the subjects of the photo.

Panning:
I like this shot because of all the lines created in the background. I think that the warmth of this photo gives it a very relaxed feeling, which is nice.

Camera Shake:
In this photo I used movement to create waves of light while the shutter was open. I really like this picture, and I think all the colors are beautiful. I also like that it used the rule of thirds to draw in your attention to the word "but".

My Diptych and Triptych

For my diptych I chose two photos from a babysitting session where we played around with ink pads and colors. I loved the patterns and textures in these photos, and I also loved the intrigue caused by her hands covering her face in the first photo. I chose to make them black and white because I felt that there was enough detail in the photos alone without the color. I think that these two have a very strong relationship because of both their subject and tone, and that they represent the joy of childhood. 

In these photos I played around with shutter speed and exposure to light and color. My dad introduced me to this idea, and I ended up loving the creativity of it. The lines made by the front and tail lights of the cars draw your eyes into the center of the photo by using leading lines. I think that these photos also have a strong relationship by similar colors and simplicity, and tie together the constant use of our roads and transportation methods. 

Assignment #4: Shape

My three best photos

This photo is radially balanced, and uses geometric shapes. I liked the arrangement of the mirrors, and I think that the contrasting textures and prints adds intrigue to the photo. I also liked the repetition of the subjets, which draws your attention to the shapes in the photo. I chose to make this photo black and white, and I think it gives it a dramatic touch by emphasizing the shadows and reflections. 

This photo has a symmetrical balance, and is also organic in shape. My favorite part of this photo is the curving shape to the bar, which I think makes the photo more interesting since it's such an uncommon shape. I also love the simplicity of the picture. Because the bar is the only thing in the frame, all your attention is drawn to the details and wear of the metal.

This photo has a symmetrical balance, and is organic in shape. The thing that stood out the most in this scene is the variety of shapes that make up the dangling branch. I think the idea of complex shapes making up a simplistic one is very interesting and contemporary. The symmetrical balance in this photo continues to add to the simplicity, and draws your attention into the subject.  

Project #3: Color

 

 

                                                              

       

Assignment #3: Grids

For this assignment I created 5 grids, and this one is my favorite. All of the pictures in this grid were taken on a trip to the Portland Farmers Market, which was a great place to shoot. For me, this grid represents comfort. I think that the lighting in the picture with the van has a very warm feel to it, and everyone loves a good cookie. While those two pictures are very relaxing, I like the contrast with the bright peppers. 

Walker Evans 

This photo is one of my favorites from Walker Evans' work. It flashes back to "old times" where you could get bubble gum for a penny, and fill up gas at 10 cents a gallon. I liked this picture because of the contrast you would see if you compared this post office to one in our modern world. The Coca Cola advertisement also adds a vintage touch to this scene, which to me is the perfect touch.