Controlling Motion, in class

In each of the examples above, how are the images affected by shutter speed? How can creative use of shutter and/or camera movement create different impressions of time?

Using shutter priority. To freeze a fast moving subject, shoot with ISO 400 or 800 (depending on light available). For long exposures (drag shutter) and panning shots, shoot with the lowest number ISO available, and perhaps shaded light

Create interesting examples of the following:

• Freeze a fast moving object with a fast shutter speed, 1/500 second or faster
• Create the impression of blurred moving object passing across a stationary background with a slower shutter speed (drag shutter). Try 1/30. Make sure camera is as stable as possible, using lens stabilization, if you have it.
• Try a very long shutter speed to create overall blur.
• Track a moving subject across a background, with 1/2 to 1 second exposure, creating a PAN shot

Project 1: Images in a theme.

Project 1: Images in a theme.

Using your continually developing skills as a photographer, create a concise group of images closely related to a subject/theme/idea. The images should be well exposed, well composed, well selected, and properly processed in Photoshop. Plan to turn in a group of 8 images from the many that you shoot.

Themes may be fictional, personal, political, documentary, visual, or aesthetic...up to you, but should be concise and meaningful. No cute pet pictures, beer cans, flower gardens or similarly trite subject mater, please.

Due dates:

9/29, preliminary critique

10/8, final critique

Plan to turn in:

• 7 files, processed (using image processor) to 1200 pixels by the longest side, jpeg quality 10 or higher
• 2 of the above images as LAYERED photoshop files, 1200 pixels by the longest side, to demonstrate photoshop skills 
• 5 high quality prints, using an inkjet printer, with correct color management. These prints should be created from your full resolution master files, rather than the 1200 pixel screen files

For Wednesday 9/18

Prepare for Photoshop Lab Practicum

Be able to accomplish the following, with sample images provided, without notes.

RAW file workflow:

Global

• White Balance
• Clipping Limits
• Exposure/Brightness Adjustments
• Contrast Adjustments
• Color Adjustments
• Correct workflow options/smart object

Local

• RAW Spot retouching

Process RAW file into PS as Smart Object, then:

• Local adjustments (basic dodge and burn)
• Sharpening

File management:

• Save as PS file, with smart object, correctly named and sized

Photoshop file workflow:

Global

• Clipping Limits
• Brightness and Contrast adjustments with curve adjustment layers
• Blending mode adjustment layer curves with opacity
• Blending mode adjustment layer curves with curve shape and opacity
• At least 1-2 other appropriate adjustment layers
• Sharpen with High Pass

Local

• Easy Dodge and Burn
• Dodge and Burn with adjustment layer curves/blending mode/layer mask

File management:

• Save as PS file, correctly named and sized

To do for 9/11 and 9/16

Today (9/11)

3pm-3:30pm

Finish all photoshop edits for Assignment 3. Please turn in 1200 pixel/side layered .psd files, as well as JPEG versions. Why both? The psd  files will show off your photoshop skills, while the jpegs will be more easily projected for critique. 7 images.

3:30 critique of design elements (assignment 3)

4:30-end of class

Choose images from 4x4 assignment that support some notion of a narrative. It can be a visual, thematic or story narrative...come up with some sort of thread or rationale that might tie the images together. Make your case with the strongest supporting images. Then begin to optimize these images in Photoshop with global and local adjustments

Next class (9/16)

Be prepared to critique the 4x4 images at the beginning of class. Plan to turn in both 1200 pixel PSDs and JPGs.

Read chapters 3,4

Bring cameras for shooting

To do for Monday 9/9

Read/Discussion:

Re-read pages 18-30. Pick at least 2 question/answer combinations that you resonate with the most (in a positive way). Then pick 1-2 that you agree less with. Be prepared to discuss your reasoning in class.

Shoot: "4x4" exercise on page 51. Edit down to 6 images that create the most compelling visual narrative.

Extra Credit: Artist Q&A and/or Exhibition Review

Thursday, September 5th, 6:30 pm, Sella–Granata Gallery, Woods 109

Attend the Artist Talk for "Defining Place" and ask a thoughtful question during the Q&A (10 points) *and/or* write a 1—page, thoughtful review of the exhibition, referencing specific works/projects to support your opinions (10 points)

Do one for 10 points, do both for 20 points