Bonnie.Chow
Silver Bows
Title of photo: Silver Bows
Objective 2: Creative Exposure
The camera mode (P, Tv, Av, M) and why I chose it: Av mode was set so I could have control over the aperture setting and depth of field.
f stop used and why: f/8.0 was used to ensure the best quality photo as it is the best spot for the lens to shoot at.
shutter speed used and why: I was able to use 1/30 shutter because the camera was rested on the floor. I wanted the shot to be crisp and to capture the detail.
ISO used and why: ISO 200 was used since I was shooting close to a very bright window with no other light in the room (outdoor light). I wanted a crisp shot with minimal noise.
Exposure compensation and why it was used: Exposure compensation was set at +2/3 to adjust to the brightness; to make the subject less dark in the bright background.
Focal length and why: 36 mm was used to better compose the photo and to make for a simple background. I did not want to get too close to the object that the camera could not focus.
Objective 3: Elements and Principles of Design
The principles of design demonstrated (describe the use):
Repetition – The repetition of the bows creates a sense of unity. The similar smaller bow in the background also helps to create depth in the photo.
Contrast – The is a noticeable difference between the various light and dark black/white tones which shows a strong contrast.
Emphasis – The front bow is placed close to the top left point of interest drawing the eye there right away.
Movement – The bows are angled away from the camera which creates an implied diagonal line that leads your eye into the photo … gives depth
Unity/harmony – The repetition of the bows show harmony as they have a similar shape, detailing, and placement.
The elements of design demonstrated (describe the use):
Line – The curved lines of the bows give a sense of charm and beauty. Some diagonal lines (implied, the way the bows are angled away from the camera) lead the eye through the photo and gives depth.
Form – Shadows in the creases and edges of the shoe itself and the bows show the 3-D form of the objects. The hard lighting did not flatten the photo too much as it was coming from the side and the subject was further away from the window. This also helped to define the shape of the bow from that side and give form to the other side.
Shape – The recognizable and elegant shape of the bow adds interest to the photo.
Texture – The neat knotted texture of the bow makes it look “put together” and the detailing creates a delicate feel.
Value/tone – This photo has various tones of gray in it, including some blacks and whites too. I converted it to black and white to get rid of any other colours to emphasis the gray tones. This helped to add contrast to the photo.
Objective 4: Lighting
Type of lighting and why: I used direct side lighting to ensure strong contrast in the photo. The bright sunlight added lots more white to the photo than if I had shot somewhere with soft lighting. Also I wanted make the ray of sunlight to be noticeable.
Objective 5: Post Production (ex. dust/spot removal, contrast, white balance, sharpening, borders, etc.)
Corrections/adjustments made:
-resized for Flickr
-adjusted levels, highlights, and shadows to add contrast
-unsharp mask to define details and sharpen edges
-added signature (very subtle in the corner, so it doesn't compete with the focal point)
-small vignette border to soften edges
-removed a distracting spot on the focal point
Objective 7: Photographic Styles (ex. portrait, landscape, etc.)
Type/style of photography: Still Life (simple background, different perspective, unity, shape, form are all present in this photo)
The camera mode (P, Tv, Av, M): Av
f stop used: f/8.0 - shot with a large depth of field
shutter speed used: 1/30
ISO used: 200
Exposure compensation: +2/3
Focal length: 36 mm
Silver Bows
Title of photo: Silver Bows
Objective 2: Creative Exposure
The camera mode (P, Tv, Av, M) and why I chose it: Av mode was set so I could have control over the aperture setting and depth of field.
f stop used and why: f/8.0 was used to ensure the best quality photo as it is the best spot for the lens to shoot at.
shutter speed used and why: I was able to use 1/30 shutter because the camera was rested on the floor. I wanted the shot to be crisp and to capture the detail.
ISO used and why: ISO 200 was used since I was shooting close to a very bright window with no other light in the room (outdoor light). I wanted a crisp shot with minimal noise.
Exposure compensation and why it was used: Exposure compensation was set at +2/3 to adjust to the brightness; to make the subject less dark in the bright background.
Focal length and why: 36 mm was used to better compose the photo and to make for a simple background. I did not want to get too close to the object that the camera could not focus.
Objective 3: Elements and Principles of Design
The principles of design demonstrated (describe the use):
Repetition – The repetition of the bows creates a sense of unity. The similar smaller bow in the background also helps to create depth in the photo.
Contrast – The is a noticeable difference between the various light and dark black/white tones which shows a strong contrast.
Emphasis – The front bow is placed close to the top left point of interest drawing the eye there right away.
Movement – The bows are angled away from the camera which creates an implied diagonal line that leads your eye into the photo … gives depth
Unity/harmony – The repetition of the bows show harmony as they have a similar shape, detailing, and placement.
The elements of design demonstrated (describe the use):
Line – The curved lines of the bows give a sense of charm and beauty. Some diagonal lines (implied, the way the bows are angled away from the camera) lead the eye through the photo and gives depth.
Form – Shadows in the creases and edges of the shoe itself and the bows show the 3-D form of the objects. The hard lighting did not flatten the photo too much as it was coming from the side and the subject was further away from the window. This also helped to define the shape of the bow from that side and give form to the other side.
Shape – The recognizable and elegant shape of the bow adds interest to the photo.
Texture – The neat knotted texture of the bow makes it look “put together” and the detailing creates a delicate feel.
Value/tone – This photo has various tones of gray in it, including some blacks and whites too. I converted it to black and white to get rid of any other colours to emphasis the gray tones. This helped to add contrast to the photo.
Objective 4: Lighting
Type of lighting and why: I used direct side lighting to ensure strong contrast in the photo. The bright sunlight added lots more white to the photo than if I had shot somewhere with soft lighting. Also I wanted make the ray of sunlight to be noticeable.
Objective 5: Post Production (ex. dust/spot removal, contrast, white balance, sharpening, borders, etc.)
Corrections/adjustments made:
-resized for Flickr
-adjusted levels, highlights, and shadows to add contrast
-unsharp mask to define details and sharpen edges
-added signature (very subtle in the corner, so it doesn't compete with the focal point)
-small vignette border to soften edges
-removed a distracting spot on the focal point
Objective 7: Photographic Styles (ex. portrait, landscape, etc.)
Type/style of photography: Still Life (simple background, different perspective, unity, shape, form are all present in this photo)
The camera mode (P, Tv, Av, M): Av
f stop used: f/8.0 - shot with a large depth of field
shutter speed used: 1/30
ISO used: 200
Exposure compensation: +2/3
Focal length: 36 mm