Activity 6

Connect with someone new and create three environmental portraits.
At least one image should demonstrate how you have directed them towards a relaxed expression and body posture. Discuss the process of direction.

In this picture, the swimmer is in his natural environment. The detail in this picture is good because we can see water droplets and the splash perfectly. 

In this picture, the tennis player is in his natural environment. We can see the tennis ball in motion, the tennis racket and the rest of his body is stopped in mid-motion.

In this picture, we can see the volleyball player in a relaxed happy mood. She has a smile on her face showing she is in a good mood. 

Activity 5

Find one portrait image that has included significant or informative detail. Describe the importance of the additional information and how it is likely to be read by the viewer.

http://www.sikids.com/photos/1182/college-basketball-games-watch/1

In this picture of the basketball player, we can see his enthusiasm. In the background we can see how excited the crowd is. The detail in this image is significant because we can clearly see the sweat on his body. 

Activity 4

Photograph the same subject varying both the depth of field and focal length of the lens. Discuss the visual effects of each image.

 Great Depth of Field

Shallow Depth of Field

These two pictures that I took both demonstrate depth of field. The top picture shows great depth of field because the foreground in blurry. The bottom picture demonstrates shallow depth of field because the foreground is in focus and the background is not.

Activity 3

Collect four portrait images with two to five subjects.In at least one image the subject should have been placed in the foreground.Comment on the arrangement of the subjects in relation to the camera and the effectiveness of the design.

 http://digital-photography-school.com/family-portraits-dos-and-donts

In this family portrait on the beach, the subjects are in the middle of the frame. The effectiveness of the design works because the background is calming and makes the eyes focus on the subject. 

http://digital-photography-school.com/family-portraits-dos-and-donts

This family portrait taken in a field makes the family pop because their navy blue clothes pop out against the green background. They are in the center-right side of the frame and we can see everyone perfectly besides the dog. 

http://digital-photography-school.com/family-portraits-dos-and-donts

This adorable picture of a father and daughter is set in rule-of-thirds. The green background makes the white on subjects stand out. 

http://digital-photography-school.com/5-tips-for-young-family-portraits

In this final picture the family is in the center with a camera angle from bottom-up. The little boy is in the foreground making the eyes focus on him more than his parents. 

Activity 2

http://www.shalimarbphotography.com/gallery/portrait-photography/

This picture of the little girl is in the center and is the main focus of the image. There is a shallow depth of field.

http://designspiration.net/image/1600172421733/

This picture is in a rule of thirds and is in shallow depth of field because half her arm is not in focus. 

http://designspiration.net/image/1600172277440/

This picture of the girl is in shallow depth of field because the background is blurring. She is the center and the vantage point is straight on which causes the blurriness of the background.

http://www.munozphotography.com/blog/brotherly-love-studio-portrait-session/

This picture is the same as the rest and in the center of the frame and in shallow depth of field.

Unit 13: Portraiture and Studio Photography

Activity 1

http://insplainesight.com/?p=374

In this picture we can infer that she is a pastry chef based on the outfit she is wearing, the cake decorating she is doing and the kitchen background. The kitchen has pots and pans everywhere showing that she is a dedicated chef and a bit messy.

http://www.billcramer.com/series.html

In this picture the girl is holding the goal, a soccer ball and dressed in her goalie uniform showing she is a dedicated soccer player. She has a serious face acknowledging that she loves the game and is serious about it. 

https://patkanephoto.wordpress.com/page/10/

This picture of a guy holding a fish is an example of rule of thirds, it shows that he is a fisher. The fish is big, so that shows that he is a talented fisher and knows how to find the big fish. His facial expression makes it seem as if he is excited, surprised and proud to have caught the fish.

http://www.flickr.com/groups/672565@N23/discuss/72157603925890722/

This picture of the guy with his guitar is an example of leading lines. His face shows that he is passionate about the instrument but seems shy.

Activity 4

The below pictures are both examples of a fine art background photomontage. The artists of both pieces use multiple fine art pictures and edit them to create the final products. In the first image, the artist used contrast to make the colors and tree branches pop out more. In the second image, the artist used contradiction because the trees are floating in the air instead of planted in the ground. 

If the first artist were to make a series of similar pieces, they would more than likely be the same concept except the colors and designs would be different. If the second artist were to make a series it would be similar with contradictions, messing with the viewer. 

http://www.etsy.com/listing/92741579/fine-art-print-giclee-archival-print

http://creativitysymposium.pressible.org/lizhoelzle/photomontage

Activity 3

As editor exercise the increasing power over information control, there should be limits on them to the extent to which they can manipulate the images. Some guidelines that they should follow are:

• No altering body images
• No editing an image and claim it to be your own
• Give credit to original artist
• Ask permission to use a person/image for montage

Edited Example:

President Obama Answers the Call

Original Image:

Original Obama Photo

More examples on Photo montages click here

Activity 2

Adolf, The Superman - John Heartfield

This political photomontage entitled Adolf, The Superman by John Heartfield was created during the Nazi reign in 1932 in his homeland. The montage was banned in his homeland in Germany. The image was used as an anti-Hitler poster during an election, it refers to the financial backing Hitler received from wealthy industries who feared a Communist government. 
Adolf, The Superman is effective in communicating the message because it shows Hitler as himself with the only thing in his soul is Nazism and the coins from the wealthy industries.
The technique that he used was Seeing Through The Lines. He made the subject as if he was in an x-ray, showing his bones and the coins he swallowed.

Defended To Death - Peter Kennard

This political photomontage named Defended to Death by Peter Kennard was the face of the Campaign for Nuclear Disarmament in the early 1980's. The picture was a part of the 'Peace Posters' with the radical Greater London Council from 1982-1986. It was used to promote peace for schools, community centers and tree unions.

Defended to Death is an effective photomontage because it shows the United Kingdom and the United States protecting the world from nuclear bombs and Cold War. 

The technique that Kennard used was Recognizing the Familiar. He used images that are familiar to the public and combined them to create a bigger meaning. 

Unit 11: Photomontages

Activity 1

Fading Away by Henry Peach-Robinson

I think Victorian painters might have criticized these early photomontages because the photographers, such as Henry Peach-Robinson and Oscar Gustave Rejlander, were altering reality. They took multiple negative and combined them together to create a new picture allowing the public to view it as it is. Some of the photographs that they took were beautiful and were destroyed to create these photomontages. 

I think there are two main reasons for this revival of the old technique. One reason would be because of computer programs such as Adobe Photoshop, making it easier and quicker to make these photomontages. Another reason would be because of public opinion. The public has grown to accept and demand an alternate reality. With this demand, more photographers are leaning towards this type of work.

Activity 3

Age/Generation: Being a teenager in a generation that is constantly adapting to new technologly we constantly want the new "it thing". I catch myself doing this more often than I should. However, I have tried to control my desire to want more and lower my use of technology. 

http://telecomnewspk.com/best-iphone-apps-for-teenagers/

Gender: Throughout history, females have been used for watching children, cleaning the house and making food for her family. However in today's society, women are just as powerful as men. I try to push myself to gain the same respect that men receive.

http://montessorimeetmot.blogspot.com/2012/09/the-perfect-parent.html

Race:As a Mexican, many people assume we came into the United States illegally. However, I was born and raised in Arizona and shake off all the comments I receive from people. Although, I may have always been a US citizen, the comments become annoying and hurtful. I try to inform others that making these stereotypes is mean and wrong. 

http://www.unm.edu/~popejoy/Press/72Mexican%20Hat%20Dance.jpg

Personality: When one thinks of an extrovert, the first thing that may pop into their head is the "popular group" that is always portrayed in movies. However, in high school there is not specific "popular" group. Everyone is friends with everyone and do not care for much about trying to prove anything. I have friends with many different backgrounds and interests. I enjoy having friends like this and encourage others to do the same because that way you have a large variety of friends and is easier to make more.

http://cdn01.cdn.justjaredjr.com/wp-content/uploads/headlines/2011/11/cymphonique-how-to-rock-cast.jpg

Activity 2

Attractive and Unattractive Features on a Face

       Attractive Female Facial Features

• Symmetrical Features
• Pretty Eyes
• Nice Straight White Smile
• Strong Cheek Bones
• Soft Chin
• Big Eyes and Pupils
• Good Complexion

Cara Delevingne

http://www.thejawdrop.com/2012/12/28/my-new-favourite-model-cara-delevingne-20-photos/

Emma Watson

http://img.ibtimes.com/www/data/images/full/2012/09/07/302348-emma-watson.jpg

     

Attractive Male Facial Features

• Symmetrical Features
• Pretty Eyes
• Nice Straight White Smile
• Strong Jaw Line
• Good Complexion

Tom Daley

http://www.walesonline.co.uk/showbiz-and-lifestyle/television-in-wales/2013/01/06/splash-a-hit-with-saturday-night-viewers-91466-32553995/

Zac Efron

http://www.teenidols4you.com/picture.html?g=Actors&pe=zac_efron&foto=554&act=65&mv=4&pic=433624

I believe that media images and public opinion are responsible for categorizing beauty stereotypes. For example, others may find other facial features or people more attractive than others. The media tells us who or what we find attractive. Over time, we grow to obsess over this and possibly harm us. Some people crave to look like a celebrity or have a specific feature, and go to great lengths to achieve it. One way they can do this is through surgery to fix, add, or remove something from their body.

Unit 10: Self Image

Activity 1

1. Age/generation

In my generation, we depend heavily on technology. We take many things for granted and do not appreciate it as much as we should. Also, being a teenager we want more freedom but at the same time have our parents take care of us.

http://www.pocketfinder.com/blog/supporting-teen-driving-safety/

2. Gender

Being a female has its pros and cons. Pros are women get to wear heels and sometimes use our looks to get what we want. However, the cons are periods, making sure we do not get pregnant, and guys thinking they can use us. 

http://www.followthefashion.org/springsummer-fashion/teen-fashion.html

3. Race

Living with a Mexican background has its privileges and its issues. Growing up, I had to learn about the Mexican culture every single year, learn how to speak the language fluently, cook specialty dishes and how to clean. 

http://mexico-pr.com/mexico-real-estate.html

4. Religion
I was raised with a strong Catholic background. My grandparents are huge Catholics and raised my dad to follow their ways. Being a Catholic, i attend church nearly every Sunday. It is nice to have a strong religion.

http://kuyakevin.blogspot.com/2011/04/cross-gods-revelation-of-love.html

5. Class or caste
My family would be classified as a middle class family. My parents earn a fair amount of money but not a crazy amount to make us rich. The majority of our society is classified under the middle class, but many teenagers take their parents money for granted and abuse it.

http://www.langleytoday.ca/issues-the-disappearing-middle-class/

6. Personality
I fall under the category of extrovert because I am very social and hate being myself and much rather be with people. I enjoy socializing and meeting new people. Although at times, I like being alone and not being interrupted, usually when I need to think or am in a bad mood.

http://www.socialnatural.com/2012/predicting-identity-extroversion-and-introversion-1/

7. Intelligence
With the encouragement and knowledge that I have of my grandparents' lack of education, I push myself to go further in education. I attend a public school, enrolled in honors class and honors clubs. I plan to go to a 4 year university after my graduation in May, and learn more about the world and to help improve society. 

http://hipslopemama.blogspot.com/2008/09/is-this-public-school-any-good.html

8. Political persuasion
I am mostly categorized as a Republican. However, I disagree with some Republican ideas and agree with the left winged side. But all in all, both parties have their ridiculous or smart ideas.

http://althistory.wikia.com/wiki/File:Republican-elephant.gif