Most Memorable Experience

Learning about the different types of photography and artists had a really big impact on my learning throughout the semester. I had no idea how many different types of photography there were before I took this course. There are so many different things that can make a photo special. Perspective for instance, I found myself taking more pictures from different view points after and during this semester. This added something new to my photos that cannot be captured just by taking a regular picture at eye level. I was introduced into a new world of art, and I will never take a picture the same way as before again. This semester has really changed how I take my pictures.

I am most proud of my hobbies assignment, it was really amazing to do what I love and actually get to take pictures of it. I love to travel so when I was on my trip I tried to take as many photos as possible. It wasn't hard to take amazing shots in Paris, Monaco, Venice, and Florence. I felt like I could express myself by photographing all of the things that I have always wanted to see and explore. This really inspired me and my work. This assignment has really helped me become a better photographer.

Who Am I

This is the link to my "Who Am I" video.

Who Am I?

Baking is my passion, it takes me to a different place, I can relax but I’m also extremely focused. I’m always looking to improve my baking skills. Its a nice way to spend an afternoon, baking not only keeps me busy but it also pays off in the end, I’m left with something sweet. Making new things is always my favorite thing to do, I’m very eager to learn and do better each time.

Culture Clash

Purpose:

• To create a Clash of Cultures by creating your own Photo montage, combining images from Beijing, China and Yarmouth, Maine, USA;

• To further develop your Photoshop knowledge and skills;
• To create a “surreal” landscape by montaging a variety of photographs;

• To know, use, and understand the Four Collage Techniques to in your Photo Montage: Juxtaposition/fragmentation, Point of View, Scale Change, Overlapping

The successes of this project were the sizes of each picture. It was very difficult to get the size of each picture exactly how I wanted them to be though. Another challenge that I had was placing the images in good spots. Sometimes I had to change where I was putting images because I didn’t like the way it looked. I learned how to incorporate images with others and make them look good together.

Free Choice, Jillian

When I created this image I heard the dripping of the rain gently falling from the roof. I smelled freshly mown grass from across the street. I saw the sun coming out for a minute which made things perfect, and beautifully colored flowers that were blooming. I felt the cold wind rushing past me when I bent over to take the picture. 

Definitions

Juxtaposition/fragmentation: Two things being seen or placed closely together with a striking effect, also the process of breaking or being broken into small or separate parts.

Point of View: The position from which something or someone is observed.

Scale Change: The difference in something and how much it has changed.

Overlapping: To cover part of the same area of interest.

Inspiring Digital Artist, Marcin Jakubowski

Purpose:

• To become familiar with 5 accomplished digital artists;
• To see what is possible in the world of digital art.

Richard Avedon, Famous Photographer's Movie

This is a link to my Famous Photographer's Movie, Richard Avedon.

Hobbies, Jillian

When I created this image I heard the waves crashing on the rocks down at the beach. I smelled the bakery that was around the corner. I saw brightly colored houses everywhere. I felt the warm sun on my face and the wind gusting by. 

Food

I heard while creating this image the sound of the fridge door closing, and plates clinking together. As I opened the box from the bakery I smelled the strawberries that were covered in dark chocolate. I saw the delicate layers of the pastry intricately placed on the pastry. I felt excited to eat one of my favorite desserts. 

Creative Portraits

When creating this image I heard loud clanging noises coming from the kitchen in the cafeteria. I smelled my friend's coffee that steamed from her mug. I saw her sit down, and fold her legs which made an interesting pose. I felt the cold air rushing inside of the school when the doors opened. 

Selfie

My friend and I sat down in two opposite booths in our school cafeteria. I was trying to be creative using my phone to make it look like the wood piece almost divides the picture in half. I believe this is an excellent selfie because it looks interesting and is creative. 

Portrait Techniques

One portrait technique that I find interesting and would like to use in my work is where you Alter Your Perspective. Changing the angle that I take pictures with can make a huge difference, it can make the image look more interesting. Another technique is Break the Rules of Composition, this involves putting your subject in the center or on different sides of the shot. A third technique would be Play With Backgrounds, this allows the subject in the image to stand out more by using a background that could be either minimalistic, or one that is colorful or has a design that makes the subject stand out more. The last technique I found interesting was Hold Your Camera on an Angle. This makes photographs very interesting and involves having some fun and being creative while taking pictures. 

Famous Portraits

 Richard Avedon 

"Harper's Bazaar"

The photographers style is catching the strange part of people, some of the photographs look like he caught some people off guard, others look staged in order to look a certain way. And his photographs are in black and white. I choose this portrait because I thought it was visually interesting. The way the women has arched her back and how the men are posed. 

Arnold Newman

 Leonard Bernstein Philharmonic Hall New York

The photographer's style seems to show people in their element. Meaning it shows people in their work places, or in places that they just may like to be in. Almost all of the photographs have two parts to them, showing a person's emotions, and also showing a place where they are posed. I like this photograph because its really amazing, I love the stage and chairs in the back, it is a really interesting photograph. 

Annie Leibovitz

Leonardo DiCaprio With a Swan

The photographer's style mostly focuses on strange yet interesting pictures of celebrities. I choose this photograph because I like Leonardo DiCaprio, I also liked the swan draped around his neck. 

History of Photography

One thing I learned when completing and presenting this poster was how long photography has been going on for. I had no idea that photography has been around for this long. Another thing I learned was that there were so many different types of photography that could be done. Each way is very different and can make photographs look very interesting. The last thing I learned was that some great inventors spent a ton of their time trying to perfect a new and different system of photography and some found new ways by accident.

Shadow

When creating this image I heard the soft rain drops fall off the roof outside. I smelt a fire from nearby houses burning. I saw some dying flowers in the corner of the room that were beautiful. I felt the warmth from a heater I was standing next to. When creating this image I felt comfortable 

City Of Lights

Purpose:

• To strengthen your creative problem-solving skills so that you are looking at things in a different way;
• To find letters of the alphabet in everyday objects to create a word;
• To become familiar with basic photoshop tools.

I learned while doing this project that the way I position my camera to take a picture is very important. When taking a photograph, placement is key for a great shot, otherwise you may not be able to capture what you intended to. I also learned that it takes certain lighting to make a great shot happen. If there is no decent lighting then the picture may not be exciting. Lastly I learned to be really creative in photographing certain things. Before doing this project I didn't think that I could make everyday items and shapes look really interesting. It was sometimes hard trying to find interesting shapes to spell out words with, but once I took the time to find decent lighting, a perfect place to hold my camera, and everyday common things, putting them together made some nice photos.

Unusual Perspectives

When I took this picture I heard the soft sounds of the wind blowing and the waves crashing together. I smelled a hint of salt in the air. I saw a beautiful sunset, clouds that made beautiful shapes, and a quiet serene scene. I felt the cold wind on my face from cars that passed. 

Composition

This is a photograph of an art cooling rack, I zoomed in with my camera to create a different view. The rule that is used is framing. The circle shape makes a nice frame for the lines inside. The frame makes this photograph interesting because it really shows a viewer's eye where to look.

Shapes, Organic, and Geometric

I created this image because the colors caught my eye and the way these paint pallets were stacked was interesting. I took multiple pictures of these pallets to get the right look. This picture shows the best angle of these paint pallets. Since I was supposed to photograph shapes, these pallets seemed like the perfect subjects to photograph.

Motivation

I enjoy photographing nature. I try to use different points of view in my photographs to make them more interesting. I also enjoy photographing the buildings in cities.
What motivates me to be successful is when there is something that is really interesting or beautiful that I can photograph. I want to make it look as beautiful or as interesting as the way I see by taking a picture. I can be successful if a teacher gives me time to take decent photos. If I am rushed to take a picture then the may not be the type of quality as I would like them to be.