Period 1- Semester Final

Final Exam

1.  My favorite photo from the Lens Blog is the 6th photo which is a Mercedes Benz driving through the desert. The first reason that this is my favorite photo is because it shows depth of field which makes the sand look never-ending. The second reason that this is my favorite photo is because The rule of thirds is applied into this photo which keeps it interesting rather than leaving the car in the middle, you get to use your imagination and let it run as fast as you want it to. The third reason why this is my favorite photo is because it uses the composition rule, eliminate and simplify which makes the picture clear and clean cut.                                              
2. The photo that I think is the best would be the 7th photo. It uses depth of field because some of the lights appear very small in the back and very large up close. Another great composition rule they used was Balancing elements, they were able to capture some light consistently in different parts of the picture. The third composition rule used to make this the best picture would be Background. The background is simply black and unobtrusive, which is great because it doesn't take away from the neon lights                                                                                          
3. I thought this photo was my best work this year because i was able to incorporate 3 different composition rules into my picture which included  the Rule of Thirds, Filling the Frame, and eliminate and simplify. I also think this is my best work because of the experience I had while taking it. I had to not only angle the camera but angle Deborah so that her face was hitting the light exactly how I wanted it to. The last reason I thought this was my best work because I often look back at it for inspiration on my next photo. If I was given more time on this assignment, I would have taken that time and put it to use while editing. I could have made the colors more vibrant and had a bigger contrast with the walls and her face.  http://jessicasdigitalphotos1.blogspot.com/2014/09/third-photo-assignment-fill-frame.html                                                               
4. My three rules of composition include the Rule of Thirds, Eliminate and Simplify, and Filling the Frame.                                                                                                                                              
5. http://jessicasdigitalphotos1.blogspot.com/2014/10/portraits.html     First Portrait                             This Photo Includes two composition rules. One of them is The rule of thirds because Anish is off center an near the left side. The second rule is Filling the frame. I did not wan to cut off the Neon green and yellow mural because it adds a pop in  contrast with the shaded part of his face                                                                                         
6.  The first composition rule that Mr. Farley Explained was getting comfortable. People need to feel comfortable in order to let their true emotions come out and be captured.                                       
7. The best benefits that come out of working in groups is:A) getting different perspectives, B)getting things done more efficiently,C) learn how to work with others and their schedules, D)manage work load and time accordingly, and E)develop better communication skills.                                                    
8. The difficulties that are associated with working in groups is A)distraction with your peers, B) unequal distribution of work, C) unclear communication which ends in misinterpretation D) working around everyone's busy schedules. and E) conflict between team members.                        
9. http://sharonhsuphotography.blogspot.com/2014/10/atpi-contest-photos.html                               I thought the first photo photo taken by Sharon Hsu was amazing! The background, and colors create a comforting mood for the entire picture.                                                                                
10. Our Masters of Photography project was Eugene Smith. Smith captured some humorous and even silly photos however all these photos all were about serious issues, war for example. Eugene was able to use his photography to try and convince young people to join and help fight the war so he used his photography to spread awareness and make a statement                                     
11. Dorothea Lange's most famous picture was named Migrant Mother. The photo was taken in Nipomo California on March of 1936. The agency that employed her at the time of the photo was called FSA: Farm Security Administration.                                                                                        
12. Life Magazine began publishing in 1936.                                                                                                  
13. Elvis was born on January 8, 1935.                                                                                                            
14. Robert Capa was a founding member of Magnum which started in 1947. 

Abbey Road Album Cover

We tried to create this popular  album cover of the Beatles. 

Photography Project Reflection

1. How do you think your project represents your work as a student?

I think this project represents my work as a student very well because it shows everyone not only what we are capable of but also how we incorporate creativity into our work. We are able to show our  photography skills and also our editing skills.


2. How has your understanding of photography changed during this school year?

My understanding of photography has changed greatly this school year. I've realized that there's a lot more work than just clicking a button. There's a bunch composition rules, lighting, angles, your own perception on things. It has turned out to be much more complicated and creative than I ever imagined.

3. What are some of the benefits of working in a group?

Some of the benefits I have found from working in a group is that there is always someone there to help you. When you're alone, you always have to try and figure out things quickly and efficiently so when you have partners the efficiency increases. It is also a lot more fun when working in groups!

4. What are some of the disadvantages of working in a group?

The biggest disadvantage in working with partners was the lack of organization. There's so many people and we all need to take our photographs, so the order of who's got done first was all mixed up. Also another disadvantage is that you cannot rely on your partners 100% of the time because on some days they might be absent so you have to postpone your shots.

5. Now that you have had more time to reflect, is there anything that you would have done differently with your recent project?

If I was given the opportunity to redo my project I would definitely have spent more time organizing and planning with my group members. We had to work together a lot more than I assumed and also taken more shots for each photo so I could of had a wider variety to choose from.


6. Is there anything else that you want to include? 

Over all this project was enjoyable and after it was finished it was really amazing looking back on everyones hard work.