Movement, Work Diary

Today we were set with the task of capturing images including movement. Originally i had the idea to take pictures of moving cars going down the road, this didn't quite work as i planned because i wasn't able to take photos of cars moving very fast in that environment. Instead, i had to change location and focus on taking photos inside of buildings that have a lower level of light. Originally this came with its own set of complications as I light is critical for capturing movement. Once I found some well lit areas around the shopping centre I was able to capture some interesting examples of movement across different scales and genres. I was able to get a good amount of variation in some pictures.

I chose this photo as it shows an example of movement on a person. I like this because it shows two expressions of the subject that have been urged into one. The look of this photo is similar to an illusion as it is difficult to tell where one image ends and the other begins. We can also see examples of contrast between the white background and the dark clothing of the person.

I chose this photo because it is an example of movement in an everyday setting ad situation. The side of the frame is full with blurring of movement of the doors and of the people moving. The image starts in a chaotic way but as you bring your eyes to the centre of the image you can see the image begin to slow and become clearer. We cam see examples of pattern of the tiles on the floor. Examples of depth can be seen as the image begins to change over longer distances.

Progression:

 but if i was to do it again i would have tried to find some different examples, i would also learn from my mistakes with the lighting and be able to focus more of my time on finding interesting examples. The use of the slow shutter speed offers some interesting looking results that I would like to use in my own work. This effect would be good if I wanted to find ways of showing light or depth and would cause my images to become more eye catching.

Movement, Straight Images

Movement, image bank

Both of these images use the same technique in order to create an accurate representation of movement. A low shutter speed is used in order to capture all of the movement of the subject in one image. This is represented in both a blur and light. From the severity of the movement, we can even judge how fast the subject was moving.

These images show movement in a number of different ways. We can see that we can show movement in vehicles, liquids, nature, people and clothes. A slow shutter speed is used in some photos in order to create the effect of blurring on an object that shows where it has been and where it is going. other examples of movement are shown through poses and still images. These can represent movement even though we can't see any movement. instead, we are forced to assume that the subjects in the image are moving by the way that they are captured mid movement.

Reflection, Work diary

We were set with the task of capturing reflection in our environment. We began with an advantage because the weather was very bright and sunny. This allowed us to easily photograph our examples with a lot more clarity. We took advantage of our environment and went over to the town to see the different examples of reflection. In shops we were able to find machines that reflected along with mirrors that we were able to photograph in a clothing store. I was able to capture different examples of reflection while incorporating different formal elements. I was able to capture light reflecting off a surface in a way that showed texture. I was also able to show pattern within reflections. Overall, i was very pleased with the different examples that i was able to find, along with the quantity of photos that i had collected.

I chose this image because it shows reflection in a mirrored object. The images within the reflection are slightly distorted due to the curved shape of the mirror. We can also see some examples of depth as the warped background slowly begins to fade into the distance. The frame of the mirror allows for some elements of pattern to be seen. We can also see an example of contrast of urban environments within the reflection and the nature in the background.

I chose this example because it shows reflection on a different surface type. Instead of the typical mirrored surface, we are given a shiny metal material that reflects the light and gives a soft glow on the surface that slowly changes the tone of the wall. This shows us that even though the surface isn't reflecting a clear image, we are still able to show some interesting effects on the surface that are able to highlight different formal elements.

Progression:

 If i had to change anything i would have tried to find some replacements for the shop window reflections that i captured which could have been replaced by a more interesting alternative. I liked this subject as it allowed me to consider the effect that reflection can have on the image. I would like to incorporate this use of reflection in order to highlight elements of the image such as light and depth.

Reflection, Definition Post

Definition:

-the throwing back by a body or surface of light, heat, or sound without absorbing it
-serious thought or consideration

Personal Definition:

-Light that bounces off a surface

Describing words: Replication, Strong, Fuzzy, Exact

This example uses reflection to show aspects of other formal elements. The umbrella is shown with the light from the sun shining through, adding vibrant colours to the picture and is being shown reflected in the puddle. The angle of the reflection also adds to the depth of the image as it is changing the appearance of the man by making him seem taller.

This image is a simple form of reflection. I like this example because it highlights one of the many ways that you can express points and ideas through formal elements such as reflection. This adds more depth to the picture and makes it more interesting overall.

This image shows how reflection can really alter the appearance if objects and people. The light in the water is refracting the light which is causing the image to seem disjointed. This technique shows us another example of how you can adjust represent an image in multiple ways through reflection

This image is my favourite out of the selection. It shows another way that reflection can be used to make a photo even more interesting. The mirror is angled towards the camera in a certain way that makes the girl seem invisible in parts. The backgrounds are perfectly lined up, adding to the illusion of the photo.

Tone, Work Diary

We were set with the task of capturing images of tone using the environment around us. For this project we changed the filter of the camera to a black and white setting for the first time, we were able to capture tone far more easily. We were also assisted by the cloudy weather because it added to the different shades of grey that we were able to find. I wanted to search for unique examples of tone and in order to achieve this i used multiple examples of the formal elements. An example of this is when we went inside a building to take photos, i used the reflection of the floor along with the depth of the large open spaces to capture even more shades. I was happy with the amount of photos that i was able to collect and i took the photos back to edit the best ones out of the collection.

I like this image that i captured because of the multiple formal elements that can be seen taking place. The light is seen reflecting from the floor, introducing a new range of colours, along with the depth of the hallway that makes the brightness of the image dim down as the distance increases.

I also chose this picture because some of the same formal elements are seen playing parts in this photo through different mediums. The use of reflection is now represented through the rain soaked street. We can see the like strongly reflecting off puddles and continues up the street. Depth can be seen as i have used people to show the change in distance as well as the change in tone.

Progression: 

If i was to do this again, i would like to include other forms of tone and i would like to look more into natural elements instead of modern structures. I enjoyed using the black and white filter within this topic and the way that it enhances certain aspects of image such as light and reflection. I would like to incorporate the use of a black and white filters in my photos in order to make them appear more striking and noticeable.

Reflections, straight prints