The following are a few links you might find interesting to help give you some background information on your macro and your video assignment.
fyi lens choices This link briefly looks at a shoot using 4 different lenses.
A few photography tricks
manual focus settings
A good introduction to manual modes
a great explanation of manual modes
Intro to Video basics VIDEO
This blog focuses on the advanced assignments and work of the grade 11/12 Photography class at Mark Isfeld Secondary school.
Sunday, October 4, 2015
Friday, October 2, 2015
NEW ASSIGNMENT MACROS
Isfeld Advanced Photography: NEW ASSIGNMENT MACROS: ( Click on the underlined title to take you to another portion of this site which has details of this assignment and a number of links to help you out.) You will be expected to take 20 macro shots, 10 black and white and 10 colour.
Friday Oct. 2 Current Assignment Update
Check out some new technology gadgets at the following link:
NEW TECHNO GADGETS
The following is an update of all assignments to date with criteria. I will also post up a few of the upcoming assignments.
Assignment #1: Poses : 5 girl poses and 5guy poses, also include 2 poses done right and 2 examples of how you could do it better. ( Essentially a before and after shot) When you post these to Flickr, comment in the description what you did in the second shot to make it better. All of these can be saved under an album, POSES.
Criteria for this assignment: Photos should be in focus, using elements of composition, non-distracting backgrounds, a flattering shot of the individual and a few of the shots should be full body…not all head shots. (marks 20) DUE - marking this weekend.
Assignment #2: PART A: Product shots:10 shots. You are to choose a product to shoot and you are to take 10 different shots of your product. Try to mix it up a little…take shots of people using your product, take inside shots on clean backgrounds, take you product outside to shoot…lots of experimentation. Upload all 10 shots to Flickr under album, PRODUCT SHOOT.
Magazine ad PART B: After you have completed the 10 shots , you are to choose the best 1 or 2 shots and create a magazine ad which will be saved on MS Chase's jump drive and saved to Flickr under the product shoot album.
Criteria for this assignment: PART A: Photos should show experimentation, varied background and evidence of trying to showcase the product at its best. Not all shots have to be perfect, since I am marking your process in this assignment. ( marks 10) PART B: Product should be the focus of the ad, shot is clear, lighting effects work, logo or slogan is included in the ad, and most importantly looks professional…like an ad I would see in a magazine. ( marks 20)
Assignment #3: Backgrounds: In this assignment you are shooting to create interesting and varied background for post production work. We will be utilizing these backgrounds for overlays or layering work in Photoshop at a later date. Post onto Flickr in alblum entitled BACKGROUNDS (10 shots minimum)
Criteria for this assignment: Try to take a variety of shots, include some textures , shoot face on or straight on…avoid shooting on an angle and taking photos of pre-existing art…make your own art!Try not to have too much going on in the backgrounds, less is more. (marks 10)
Assignment #4: Macros: PART A: In this assignment, you will be shooting 20 macro ( or up close) shots. 10 will be in black and white and 10 will be in colour. I would like to see a variety of shots and not too many flower shots…please do not recycle any old photos from other years or past assignments. Make sure your black and white shots show lots of contrast. You may use Ms Chase's macro lens but a good lens does not necessarily make a great photo. Think about your subject matter, getting new and interesting shots, think about your lighting and experiment!
PART A 20 photos uploaded to Flickr in an album entitled MACROS, PART B You will take these 20 shots and put into a slideshow set to music which will be presented in class. Due date TBA
Criteria for this assignment: Photos should be composed well, be in focus, have a clean background. I am looking for wow photos…ones that are more than good, but rather, spectacular and breathtaking!
(PART A 20 shots=20 marks) (PART B Slideshow 40 marks presented in class)
Assignment #5: 5 fall shots…open to interpretation. Make sure you meet Elements of Composition criteria ( marks 10)
Work habits: In addition to assignment marks, a mark out of 10 will be assigned by the teacher based on : time on task, use of class time, striving to perform your best work, experimentation, and asking for feedback on your work.
NEW TECHNO GADGETS
The following is an update of all assignments to date with criteria. I will also post up a few of the upcoming assignments.
Assignment #1: Poses : 5 girl poses and 5guy poses, also include 2 poses done right and 2 examples of how you could do it better. ( Essentially a before and after shot) When you post these to Flickr, comment in the description what you did in the second shot to make it better. All of these can be saved under an album, POSES.
Criteria for this assignment: Photos should be in focus, using elements of composition, non-distracting backgrounds, a flattering shot of the individual and a few of the shots should be full body…not all head shots. (marks 20) DUE - marking this weekend.
Assignment #2: PART A: Product shots:10 shots. You are to choose a product to shoot and you are to take 10 different shots of your product. Try to mix it up a little…take shots of people using your product, take inside shots on clean backgrounds, take you product outside to shoot…lots of experimentation. Upload all 10 shots to Flickr under album, PRODUCT SHOOT.
Magazine ad PART B: After you have completed the 10 shots , you are to choose the best 1 or 2 shots and create a magazine ad which will be saved on MS Chase's jump drive and saved to Flickr under the product shoot album.
Criteria for this assignment: PART A: Photos should show experimentation, varied background and evidence of trying to showcase the product at its best. Not all shots have to be perfect, since I am marking your process in this assignment. ( marks 10) PART B: Product should be the focus of the ad, shot is clear, lighting effects work, logo or slogan is included in the ad, and most importantly looks professional…like an ad I would see in a magazine. ( marks 20)
Assignment #3: Backgrounds: In this assignment you are shooting to create interesting and varied background for post production work. We will be utilizing these backgrounds for overlays or layering work in Photoshop at a later date. Post onto Flickr in alblum entitled BACKGROUNDS (10 shots minimum)
Criteria for this assignment: Try to take a variety of shots, include some textures , shoot face on or straight on…avoid shooting on an angle and taking photos of pre-existing art…make your own art!Try not to have too much going on in the backgrounds, less is more. (marks 10)
Assignment #4: Macros: PART A: In this assignment, you will be shooting 20 macro ( or up close) shots. 10 will be in black and white and 10 will be in colour. I would like to see a variety of shots and not too many flower shots…please do not recycle any old photos from other years or past assignments. Make sure your black and white shots show lots of contrast. You may use Ms Chase's macro lens but a good lens does not necessarily make a great photo. Think about your subject matter, getting new and interesting shots, think about your lighting and experiment!
PART A 20 photos uploaded to Flickr in an album entitled MACROS, PART B You will take these 20 shots and put into a slideshow set to music which will be presented in class. Due date TBA
Criteria for this assignment: Photos should be composed well, be in focus, have a clean background. I am looking for wow photos…ones that are more than good, but rather, spectacular and breathtaking!
(PART A 20 shots=20 marks) (PART B Slideshow 40 marks presented in class)
Assignment #5: 5 fall shots…open to interpretation. Make sure you meet Elements of Composition criteria ( marks 10)
Work habits: In addition to assignment marks, a mark out of 10 will be assigned by the teacher based on : time on task, use of class time, striving to perform your best work, experimentation, and asking for feedback on your work.
Saturday, September 26, 2015
On the edge of new technology
Being aware of new technology trends and learning about what is new and fresh is one way to be ahead of the game, or maybe even create a job for yourself in the future. Check this one out.
http://www.styleshoots.com
Advice for Jean Marc: READ THIS!
http://www.styleshoots.com
Advice for Jean Marc: READ THIS!
Friday, September 25, 2015
Friday Sept 25
Today we had a look at The Flickr Blog and looked at a portrait photographer's collection of work. We discussed mood lighting and the importance of creating a style that is unique. We then watched a video on Jimmy the Dog, and how an individual can become famous over night with one creative idea and a little talent.
NEW ASSIGNMENT : You are to produce a collection of 10 background photos that can be used for overlays or changing out the backgrounds in your photos. Try to shoot a variety of different shots. May include textures, sky, fabric bokeh etc. Make sure you fill the frame. Also try to shoot head on for best results.(10 marks)
NEW ASSIGNMENT : You are to produce a collection of 10 background photos that can be used for overlays or changing out the backgrounds in your photos. Try to shoot a variety of different shots. May include textures, sky, fabric bokeh etc. Make sure you fill the frame. Also try to shoot head on for best results.(10 marks)
Monday, September 21, 2015
Sunday, September 20, 2015
Shooting on white backgrounds
The following is a good article on how to shoot products on white backgrounds. This works best for smaller products and for exposure on the web. It is worth the read and helps with how to set up the camera for shooting and how to create inexpensive lighting.
Great product Photography
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How to set up a basic product shoot
commercial photography
Great product Photography
step-by-step-producing-a-magazine-quality-photo-of-watches--photo-6416
How to set up a basic product shoot
commercial photography
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