Wednesday, September 29, 2010
Photograms: A Thematic Series
For our second photography problem we will be working in the darkroom creating Photograms. Photograms are pictures that are created without a negative. They are created by placing objects on light sensitive paper followed by an exposure from a light source. These objects will block light (similar to a negative) and create different values of black.
Ultimately, you will be creating a thematic series. A theme is simply a subject that your image will be about. A series is multiple photographs that are pieced together. Basically, you will be creating 1 unified piece of art that has subject matter that all relates to one theme. For tomorrow, you will need to bring in objects that have a general connection. Stuff in my backpack, pocket, or locker are unacceptable. School supplies have been overdone. Think of a way to make this personal to you. If you hare having trouble, look at the slideshow below to get ideas.
Ultimately, you will be creating a thematic series. A theme is simply a subject that your image will be about. A series is multiple photographs that are pieced together. Basically, you will be creating 1 unified piece of art that has subject matter that all relates to one theme. For tomorrow, you will need to bring in objects that have a general connection. Stuff in my backpack, pocket, or locker are unacceptable. School supplies have been overdone. Think of a way to make this personal to you. If you hare having trouble, look at the slideshow below to get ideas.
Thursday, September 16, 2010
Pinhole Photograph Evaluation
Below is the final evaluation for your pinhole photographs. I will be giving a hard copy out the day of the critique (friday 24). Take a look at the document to see the exact criteria I will be grading you on.
ph - EVAL
ph - EVAL
Saturday, September 4, 2010
Pinhole Photographs
Our first shooting problem will involve you making a camera out of found objects. A pinhole camera is basically a light tight box that has a small hole in it. You will need to have materials to make this out of in class on Tuesday. Take a look at the requirements below and look at the slide presentation to get ideas for your camera.
Specifications:
You must make your camera from found materials.
Objects that have a natural way of opening. The opening must be able to fit your hand through.
Durable - Objects that will not crush or rip.
Unique objects - Do not pick the first thing that you find. Look around your house and look at what can make a good pinhole camera. Remember, one of your photographs needs to be directly related to your camera
Manipulation of materials - You can change your camera around for practical purposes. For example, if you want your camera to look like a mailbox, you can design materials to create one.
Objects to avoid:
- Clear materials
- Plastic materials that are translucent
- lighter colors are allow a lot of light through
- hard to paint
- Soda cans, flimsy materials (they rip and crush easily)
Specifications:
You must make your camera from found materials.
Objects that have a natural way of opening. The opening must be able to fit your hand through.
Durable - Objects that will not crush or rip.
Unique objects - Do not pick the first thing that you find. Look around your house and look at what can make a good pinhole camera. Remember, one of your photographs needs to be directly related to your camera
Manipulation of materials - You can change your camera around for practical purposes. For example, if you want your camera to look like a mailbox, you can design materials to create one.
Objects to avoid:
- Clear materials
- Plastic materials that are translucent
- lighter colors are allow a lot of light through
- hard to paint
- Soda cans, flimsy materials (they rip and crush easily)
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