This photo I took over Memorial Day weekend at Yosemite Valley, has changed how I view photography. I believe that this photo really portrays my breakthrough, and shows how I have improved in my photography skills. I wanted to get a photograph so good that I never have done before, and I did it with patience. After taking several shots of this creek, I took my time to determine which angle was right. I am glad how this picture turned out. There are different levels in this photograph. The creek and small rocks can be seen in the bottom portion. The grassland and spread of trees can be seen in the middle portion of the photograph. And the towering rocks, and the smoky sky can be seen in the top portion of the photograph.
2, What is the difference between shape and form?
A shape can simply be a line, or any form of a geometric shape. Form is more than a shape, it goes beyond showing length and width. Rather, form expresses depth, which is very important in the field of photography. Form is shape and more.
3. What is the difference between pattern and repetition?
Pattern can be the repeating of an object or a symbol in a photograph. It is the same figure seen repeatedly in the work of art, Similar to form, repetition extends beyond pattern. Repetition uses a pattern to unify the photograph and make the work of art seem alive.
4. Define movement using one of your photos and an explanation. You may also link to your earlier explanation when we defined principles of design.
The definition of movement is the path the viewers' eyes take as they observe the photograph. Movement can be seen in this photograph On this Mission Peak trail. At first, the viewer's attention is drawn to the base of the trail in this picture. The two shadows on the left are not too far from the base, and hence are the next point of attraction in the photo. The trail then extends beyond the horizon of the hill, before slightly appearing again. Once the trail can no longer be seen, the viewer's attention is brought to the peak, and then finaly to the sky scattered with clouds.
5. Of the last three projects, what was your best work? Include the link to your best work and explain why you believe this is your best work. How did this project change you? How did you learn to see differently?
Of my last three projects, I believe my Final Project is my best work for various reasons. Because this was the last project I did in my photography class, I wanted to finish it with no regrets. I made sure to use all the knowledge of photography I learned throughout the year in this assignment. I was patient and I took hundreds of shots from various angles and took my time to pick the best ones. I used principles such as, Rule of Thirds, Depth of Field, and Balance. This project changed my because it allowed my to change my perception of photography. I learned to see differently by taking a more patient approach to this assignment. The beautiful scenery of Yosemite National Park supplemented my work and helped make this my best assignment in my opinion. The weather was perfect, the lighting was on point, and the smoke from nearby wildfire gave the sky a warm, amber-like look.
