Photo 1: Nick frantically runs across the courtyard to catch the bouncing ball. Nick was playing a game of two square and he lost control of the ball.
Tuesday, April 10, 2012
Sports/Action Shoot Finale
Photo 1: Nick frantically runs across the courtyard to catch the bouncing ball. Nick was playing a game of two square and he lost control of the ball.
Wednesday, April 4, 2012
Wednesday, March 21, 2012
Touching People
1. What do you think about this project and photo essay?
I think this is a interesting project, however if i were the people in the photos i would be creeped out by the idea of touching a complete stranger. Most of the people in these photos look uncomfortable and awkward. I like that the photographer is thinking outside the box and trying to be creative.
2. What would you do if someone approached you with a camera and asked you to participate in a photo shoot and then asked you to touch a stranger?
I would be completely weirded out by the idea of having to touch a person I didn't know. I probably would end up participating in the photo shoot if I were able to see the person in advance and make sure that they don't look too creepy.
3. Think of an unusual photo shoot similar to this one that you think would be fun to go and shoot.I think a fun unusual photo shoot would be one where people are placed in settings that they should not be in. For example, a baseball player in their full uniform standing by the alter at a wedding, or a priest in the middle of a rock concert. Photos like this would be funny, interesting, and something outside the box.
4. Finally, tell me what you thought of the photography, did the photographer think about the rules of photography that you know about? What types of photos did he take?
I don't think the photographer took into consideration the rules of photography. Most of the photos have the same composition which consists of the two main figures placed in the center of the photo. He took portraits of these people and some are in landscape view. Overall the photographer could have used more interesting angles of points of views for his photos.
I think this is a interesting project, however if i were the people in the photos i would be creeped out by the idea of touching a complete stranger. Most of the people in these photos look uncomfortable and awkward. I like that the photographer is thinking outside the box and trying to be creative.
2. What would you do if someone approached you with a camera and asked you to participate in a photo shoot and then asked you to touch a stranger?
I would be completely weirded out by the idea of having to touch a person I didn't know. I probably would end up participating in the photo shoot if I were able to see the person in advance and make sure that they don't look too creepy.
3. Think of an unusual photo shoot similar to this one that you think would be fun to go and shoot.I think a fun unusual photo shoot would be one where people are placed in settings that they should not be in. For example, a baseball player in their full uniform standing by the alter at a wedding, or a priest in the middle of a rock concert. Photos like this would be funny, interesting, and something outside the box.
4. Finally, tell me what you thought of the photography, did the photographer think about the rules of photography that you know about? What types of photos did he take?
I don't think the photographer took into consideration the rules of photography. Most of the photos have the same composition which consists of the two main figures placed in the center of the photo. He took portraits of these people and some are in landscape view. Overall the photographer could have used more interesting angles of points of views for his photos.
Sports/Action more details
1.) Name of photographer - Jordan Murph
General focus of portfolio (photoj, sports, stories, etc.)- sports
List three problems that the judges note with the portfolio -
-sort of repetitive with the photos and content
-one photo is missing a main subject/object
-some photos have bad composition
List two things the judges like-
- great action shots
-really good composition and lighting to make a photo unique and intriguing.
What is your overall impression? What did you like or not like?
-Overall i really like this photographer because they have really good sports and action shots. The photographer includes photos with really cool lighting and it makes the photo more dynamic.
2.)
What did the judges note as strengths as they were critiquing it?
They mentioned that he had good composition and didn't include pictures that repeated the same thing or concept. Good job at capturing motion photos and he had everyone in the photo performing an action.
What do you see as strengths? Do you see any weaknesses?
Strengths include a unique point of view and interesting photos with new concepts. Weaknesses are that some of the photos look a bit staged and posed for. Other than that this is a really strong portfolio.
3.) Briefly describe the process the judges went through in deciding the winner.
They went back through all of their favorite portfolios and narrowed it down to whose portfolio made more sense and told an interesting story. They made sure that the story was made obvious with all the photos included and that there wasn't any photos that were just thrown in the portfolio.
Part 2:
1. Describe one photo that you agree with the judges on. Explain why you and the judges do or do not like it.There's one photo where a boxer is in the midst of getting punched and the judges say that it is in an awkward position and I agree with them. I also agree that this is an overall interesting photo because of the content and motion.
2. Describe one photo that you do NOT agree with the judges on. Explain why you think the judges are wrong.
One photo i do not agree with the judges on is a photo with a race car going at a really fast speed and part of the photo is blurry. The judges say that this photo is not dynamic and they don't like the content. However, I really like this photo and think the photographer uses a unique angle to make the photo interesting.
General focus of portfolio (photoj, sports, stories, etc.)- sports
List three problems that the judges note with the portfolio -
-sort of repetitive with the photos and content
-one photo is missing a main subject/object
-some photos have bad composition
List two things the judges like-
- great action shots
-really good composition and lighting to make a photo unique and intriguing.
What is your overall impression? What did you like or not like?
-Overall i really like this photographer because they have really good sports and action shots. The photographer includes photos with really cool lighting and it makes the photo more dynamic.
2.)
What did the judges note as strengths as they were critiquing it?
They mentioned that he had good composition and didn't include pictures that repeated the same thing or concept. Good job at capturing motion photos and he had everyone in the photo performing an action.
What do you see as strengths? Do you see any weaknesses?
Strengths include a unique point of view and interesting photos with new concepts. Weaknesses are that some of the photos look a bit staged and posed for. Other than that this is a really strong portfolio.
3.) Briefly describe the process the judges went through in deciding the winner.
They went back through all of their favorite portfolios and narrowed it down to whose portfolio made more sense and told an interesting story. They made sure that the story was made obvious with all the photos included and that there wasn't any photos that were just thrown in the portfolio.
Part 2:
1. Describe one photo that you agree with the judges on. Explain why you and the judges do or do not like it.There's one photo where a boxer is in the midst of getting punched and the judges say that it is in an awkward position and I agree with them. I also agree that this is an overall interesting photo because of the content and motion.
2. Describe one photo that you do NOT agree with the judges on. Explain why you think the judges are wrong.
One photo i do not agree with the judges on is a photo with a race car going at a really fast speed and part of the photo is blurry. The judges say that this photo is not dynamic and they don't like the content. However, I really like this photo and think the photographer uses a unique angle to make the photo interesting.
Monday, March 19, 2012
Japanese Earthquake
When i look at this picture, I instantly feel sad and have a feeling of isolation. The people are walking and observing the ruins of their hometown. There is leading lines and symmetry. This picture is intriguing because the photographer uses leading lines to engage the viewer. I also like how there is a lot of shadows which creates a sense of terror and suspense.
This picture shows how many people went to go out and help those affected by the disaster in Japan. The photographer uses a rule of composition which is balance. Instead of placing the lead figure in the center, he places the figure more towards the right side of the photo which makes the photo look more interesting.
Monday, February 27, 2012
Newspaper Design Notes
2 sizes of newspapers:
The flag: the name of your publication - every good newspaper should have this! *can include a photo*
Folio: Includes the name of school/city, a slogan, and the date. Also include the name of the section and the page #.
Headlines: Large texts that grab your attention.-always complete sentences (without punctuation at the end)
Captions: There are 3 parts to a caption
-The Jump tells you where to find the story
Story Divider: a thin line between stories
Infographic: a graphic with information. They can be a chart, bar graph,
Index: where the page sections begin
Volume & Issue #:
Journalistic Decision Making:
- Broad Sheet: a longer newspaper style
- Tabloid: much wider and shorter style
The flag: the name of your publication - every good newspaper should have this! *can include a photo*
Folio: Includes the name of school/city, a slogan, and the date. Also include the name of the section and the page #.
Headlines: Large texts that grab your attention.-always complete sentences (without punctuation at the end)
Captions: There are 3 parts to a caption
- every photo must have a caption
- Caption head: attention grabber (complete sentence)
- Caption itself: must be 2 sentences long
- 1st sentence: to describe action scene in photo. Should always be written in present tense.
- 2nd sentence: Gives you background information pertaining to the photo.
- Photo credit
-The Jump tells you where to find the story
Story Divider: a thin line between stories
Infographic: a graphic with information. They can be a chart, bar graph,
Index: where the page sections begin
Volume & Issue #:
Journalistic Decision Making:
- What stories they will include in the newspaper
- Where the stories go
Front Pages of the World
What is your favorite newspaper front page? Why?
My favorite newspaper front page is The Boston Globe from Boston,MA. I really like the layout of this newspaper and how they chose to place the photos in the center. The photos stand out and make an impact.
What is your favorite headline from that newspaper? Why are you interested in it?
My favorite headline from this newspaper is the one that states: Third Monkey dies at Harvard Research Center. This one caught my eye and made me want to read the article. I'm interested in it because this is not something you see everyday.
How many stories are on the front page of your favorite?
There are 11 stores on the front page of your favorite.
What do you notice that all newspaper front pages have in common?
They all have multiple photos and several headlines that will catch a reader's attention. They use color photos to make the cover stand out more.
What are things that vary on the front pages of different newspapers?
The main things that varies is the layout of the newspaper. Some newspapers have several stories positions to the side and some have them in the center. Some newspapers also only have one story with only one picture.
My favorite newspaper front page is The Boston Globe from Boston,MA. I really like the layout of this newspaper and how they chose to place the photos in the center. The photos stand out and make an impact.
What is your favorite headline from that newspaper? Why are you interested in it?
My favorite headline from this newspaper is the one that states: Third Monkey dies at Harvard Research Center. This one caught my eye and made me want to read the article. I'm interested in it because this is not something you see everyday.
How many stories are on the front page of your favorite?
There are 11 stores on the front page of your favorite.
What do you notice that all newspaper front pages have in common?
They all have multiple photos and several headlines that will catch a reader's attention. They use color photos to make the cover stand out more.
What are things that vary on the front pages of different newspapers?
The main things that varies is the layout of the newspaper. Some newspapers have several stories positions to the side and some have them in the center. Some newspapers also only have one story with only one picture.
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