Thursday, December 17, 2015
Monday, December 14, 2015
Friday, December 4, 2015
MyPlan
my plan for my headshot would be playful because I'm not that much of a serious person so i would want it to be playful and silly to reflect my personality . i think i would want my background to be outside .
macro
perspective
contrast
repetition 
light as the subject
contrast of content
balance
circular compostion
leading lines
normal composition
Wednesday, December 2, 2015
PocketWizard
1. How many PocketWizards do you need to fire a flash remotely? 2
2. How does a PocketWizard transmit a signal? will receive a radio signal
3. How many channels are available on a PlusX transmitter? 10
4. How can you tell if a signal has been sent or received? it glows solid red
5. What do you need to remotely trigger your camera to take a photo? cord cable
Tuesday, November 17, 2015
Friday, November 13, 2015
Monday, November 2, 2015
Thursday, October 29, 2015
Thursday, October 15, 2015
Stock Images and Legal Issues
1. What is a model release? Why do you need one? a model release is where you get consent from your models to let you use your photos and you need one to protect yourself legally and if the model doesn't like the picture they can't make you take it down or sue you .
2. Why should you keyword your photos? so they are easier to find later on .
3. Why do you have to be careful about shooting images with brand
names or logos? because the brand could sue you for copyright.
4. Why should you save space? to be able to add text or headlines around the photo .
5. Why do designers like Royalty Free images? its a bargain and not as expansive .
6. Why should designers be careful about using Royalty Free images? other designers might have used the same photo they are marketed far and wide .
7. What is an alternative to Royalty Free images? manage rights
8. In your words, what is the difference between Royalty Free and
Rights Managed stock photography? Royalty free is cheaper but there is a higher chance someone else has and is using the same photo you are . rights managed has more unique and memorable photos , but it is alway harder to deal with , with branding requirements . . . you get what you pay for basically .
9. What is a legal issue that is covered in the FAQ that you never thought of before you read about it? if you take a picture of a relative and they are even semi nude you can be charged with child pornography
10. Why is it an interesting legal issue to you? because when i was little my mom has done the same thing and it happens all the time moms take more pictures like that when the kids are little .
2. Why should you keyword your photos? so they are easier to find later on .
3. Why do you have to be careful about shooting images with brand
names or logos? because the brand could sue you for copyright.
4. Why should you save space? to be able to add text or headlines around the photo .
5. Why do designers like Royalty Free images? its a bargain and not as expansive .
6. Why should designers be careful about using Royalty Free images? other designers might have used the same photo they are marketed far and wide .
7. What is an alternative to Royalty Free images? manage rights
8. In your words, what is the difference between Royalty Free and
Rights Managed stock photography? Royalty free is cheaper but there is a higher chance someone else has and is using the same photo you are . rights managed has more unique and memorable photos , but it is alway harder to deal with , with branding requirements . . . you get what you pay for basically .
9. What is a legal issue that is covered in the FAQ that you never thought of before you read about it? if you take a picture of a relative and they are even semi nude you can be charged with child pornography
10. Why is it an interesting legal issue to you? because when i was little my mom has done the same thing and it happens all the time moms take more pictures like that when the kids are little .
Tuesday, October 13, 2015
Still Life
1. Review the painting example and provide a list of three items that were often seen in painted still life artwork.
flowers , fruit , vases
2. In your own words, write a paragraph that explains what factors the photographer must consider when doing still life photography.
some of the factors that a photographer should consider when taking a still life is the aperture size , the lighting , and balancing elements . when theres too much going on the photo will ooh to busy , when the lighting isn't right it will other look too dark or too light .
3. Why is the Aperture Priority mode on the camera helpful when doing still life photography?
it detects the depth of filed and you can zoom in control it . you can isolate your subject if you wanted to .
4. Why is a small aperture sometimes beneficial for still life photography?
a smaller aperture will bring more sharpness to your photo also your near and far objects. it helps blur out the background and focus on your subject .
1. Find an example of Stock Photography that interests you and post it to your blog.
2. What is an example of Stock Photography that you could take at your home or in Austin? nature like trees or gardens .
3. Who is interested in buying stock photography? people who want to use it for advertisement . to use for business .
4. Why should commercial photographers consider shooting stock photography? people will pay you for your photos .
1. What are some objects that you have that you could arrange for a Still Life shoot? jewelry
2. What backdrop/background could you use to enhance the emphasis on subject or contribute to setting the scene of the photograph? a white background to make the background not distracting and to make it simply .
3. What kind of feeling are you trying to evoke by grouping these objects and background together? luxury , classy , expensive , elegant .
flowers , fruit , vases
2. In your own words, write a paragraph that explains what factors the photographer must consider when doing still life photography.
some of the factors that a photographer should consider when taking a still life is the aperture size , the lighting , and balancing elements . when theres too much going on the photo will ooh to busy , when the lighting isn't right it will other look too dark or too light .
3. Why is the Aperture Priority mode on the camera helpful when doing still life photography?
it detects the depth of filed and you can zoom in control it . you can isolate your subject if you wanted to .
4. Why is a small aperture sometimes beneficial for still life photography?
a smaller aperture will bring more sharpness to your photo also your near and far objects. it helps blur out the background and focus on your subject .
1. Find an example of Stock Photography that interests you and post it to your blog.
2. What is an example of Stock Photography that you could take at your home or in Austin? nature like trees or gardens .
3. Who is interested in buying stock photography? people who want to use it for advertisement . to use for business .
4. Why should commercial photographers consider shooting stock photography? people will pay you for your photos .
1. What are some objects that you have that you could arrange for a Still Life shoot? jewelry
2. What backdrop/background could you use to enhance the emphasis on subject or contribute to setting the scene of the photograph? a white background to make the background not distracting and to make it simply .
3. What kind of feeling are you trying to evoke by grouping these objects and background together? luxury , classy , expensive , elegant .
Thursday, October 8, 2015
Friday, October 2, 2015
PhotosForFreeShoot
ISO 400
f/16.0
1/125
ISO 400
f/16.0
1/125
here are my 3 favorite photos i took during my free shoot i have more but they weren't as bright . i like these photos because of how bright they look and its very clear .
Wednesday, September 30, 2015
RAW vs. JPEG
What are three advantages of a RAW file: soft ware is easy to get to . not as sharp . better to display highlights and shadows.
What is one disadvantage of a RAW file: not suitable for printing directly .
What are three advantages of a JPEG file: corrections isn't needed most times . readable by an image program . capacity is no issue at all .
What is one disadvantage of a JPEG file:
loose data when you edit .
Write your own one sentence definition of what a JPEG file is.
IS quicker than RAW but you loose data every time you edit .
Write your own one sentence definition of what a RAW file is.
Write your own one sentence definition of what a RAW file is.
RAW takes longer in the process of editing but it can look better than JPEG .
Under the first heading "Capturing the Images," how much of the data does a RAW file retain after it is captured by the camera?
it captures all the data and retains all the information
Under the second heading "Processing the Files," what are some of the things that a RAW file enables a photographer to edit after the image is taken?
contrast , white balance , shadows , colors and saturation .
Under the third heading "Practicalities," what are some of the factors that photographers must consider when deciding to shoot in RAW?
you have to have a bigger memory card because its a larger file than JPEG . RAW file collects more data .
Under the fourth heading "Which one is for you?" why would an aspiring professional photographer need to know how to work with RAW files?
because JPEG has limited editing options . when you learn RAW you can make your pictures look outstanding . the techniques will enhanced your photos and make the customers more happy . you will also have more skills then people who don't learn .
Make a list of three occasions it would be better to shoot in RAW.
1.Wedding photos 2.maternity photos 3.candid photos
Make a list of three occasions it would be better to shoot in JPEG.
1.Party 2.Football game 5. anywhere high speed .
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